mission viejo: Mission Viejo High School Gives back to the Community - 07/18/08 03:47 PM
On July 19 the Mission Viejo Football team is planning a 5k run/walk to support their program, "On a Mission to Find a Cure." The walk will take place at Great Parks Neighborhood, formerly the El Toro Marine Corps Air Station at 8 a.m.
The Mission Viejo football team … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Mission Viejo, CA Short Sale - Orange County Short Sales - 07/16/08 03:53 PM
27691 Torija Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Price: $575,000 (subject to change)
Property Description:
Take a nice drive by Mission Viejo Lake as you head home to your one level cul-de-sac beauty. Pull up into your driveway, admire your oversized front yard, then go inside through your 2 car attached garage … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Alcohol in Gasoline?? - 07/04/08 01:32 AM
I drove the 300 miles from Rancho Santa Margarita California to Lake Havasu Arizona. 20 miles outside of the Lake, I passed through Parker Ariz. There was a gas station on the corner, Terrible Herbst or something like that, with regular at $3.67. That's a lot of money, but a lot less … (3 comments)
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mission viejo: Mission Viejo Market Update - 06/30/08 11:42 PM
Mission Viejo Market Update - Mission Viejo
by John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR®
Mission Viejo CA Real Estate
These are the latest statics derived from the SoCalMLS for the City of Mission Viejo, for June, 2008:
Active Listings: 461 (of which 31 are foreclosure; 166 are short sales)
Lowest … (1 comments)
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mission viejo: Buying a New Hybrid Car to Save Money? Not So Fast! - 06/18/08 10:55 PM
So, you don't need a new car, but your car gets 17 miles per gallon, and a new Hybrid will get you, what, 35 MPG.
Let's do the math.
Let's say you drive 15,000 miles a year. And let's say you spend $5 on per gallon of gas.
15,000/17 = 883 Gallons … (9 comments)
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mission viejo: Concentrate On the Market That is Selling- Or What IS Selling in your Neighborhood - 06/18/08 10:33 PM
Do the research, then concentrate on selling homes in the price range that is most active. I am going to guess that the low end is selling in your market. I know that's what is happening here, and it's just a guess that the same is happening all over the country.
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mission viejo: SolarCity Solar Seminars in Orange County this June - 06/11/08 12:53 PM
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Event is scheduled from 7-8:30pm
Come and learn about how solar electric systems work and what it takes to get one.
SolarCity is one of the leading solar installers and has a strong presence here in Orange County. They're also the first … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: More signs of increasing home sales - 05/21/08 06:30 PM
Doing some website maintenance at DickHamer.com, I discovered some interesting signs that well-priced real estate is on the move in south Orange County. Since I offer lists of listings showing the best-priced buys in both the over-$500K and under-$500K segments, I can track how many of them change from Active to … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Orange County California Market Time Report - 04/17/08 - 04/21/08 12:35 PM
Market Time Report: First Time Home Buyers are Back
April 17, 2008
Current housing demand continues to outpace last year and the reemergence of first time home buyers is a major factor. If you listen to or read all the recent reports regarding "sold" statistics for March, one would quickly come to the … (5 comments)
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mission viejo: Snap Shot - Dove Canyon Calif. - 04/13/08 03:30 PM
Dove Canyon
4/13/08
Sales Figures
Dove Canyon is one of the most desireable places to live in Southern California. While home prices are still pretty high in relation to many parts of the country, they have come down substanially here over the last year.
There are currently 39 Homes listed for sale in … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Mission Viejo Home Inventories Go Down in March - 04/02/08 06:06 PM
As of April 2nd, 2008 according to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) the total number of active listings in Mission Viejo totaled 458 homes (condos, townhomes and single family homes). This is down 23 homes from February 2008 with a total of 481 homes on the market. We have seen a nice … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Short Sales - FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions - 03/26/08 02:05 PM
Short Sales - FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions - Mission Viejoby John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR®Mission Viejo CA Real Estate
What is a short sale? A short sale is a transaction where the seller is attempting to sell their home for less than what they owe on it.Why would a bank forgive tens … (2 comments)
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mission viejo: Saving with Custom Shutters! - 03/20/08 12:22 PM
www.GreatMissionViejoHomes.com
www.SOCdreamhomes.com
Many Mission Viejo homes like my own are situated in such a way that sun bakes in through the largest of the windows and sliding doors, creating an oven effect that wastes energy by increasing the need for more air conditioning. Selecting the right window coverings can make a noticeable difference … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: The Hope Now Alliance Not Living Up To Expectations - 03/14/08 04:00 PM
Hope Now hotline leaves callers frustrated; ‘more work to be done'
From an article today at MSNBC.com, it seems The Hope Now Alliance, a private partnership organized by the federal government, seems to be falling short of expectations. Though the Alliance is pursuing its mission on several fronts, including a mass mailing … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Has the Real Estate Market Hit Bottom Yet? - 03/14/08 03:36 PM
In Orange County, CA, I believe that we're nearly there, if not right on top of it.
New home sales and rental prices were one of my first indicators. New home builders are the first home sellers to drastically slash prices. Their homes are rarely priced incorrectly because they're a cash flow company … (3 comments)
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mission viejo: AT&T files suit vs. Little Old Mission Viejo? - 03/13/08 01:48 PM
Whoa...is this technology vs. community?
AT&T earlier this week filed suit against the city of Mission Viejo contending it is violating the california Public Utilities code by not giving AT&T access to install telecommunications equipment.
AT&T's complaint states that for more than a year they have tried to gain right-of-way access to install … (2 comments)
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mission viejo: Recreation Centers In Mission Viejo - 03/11/08 09:35 PM
Recreation Centers In Mission Viejo by John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR® Mission Viejo CA Real Estate If you are recreation and fitness oriented, feel free to enjoy these fine facilities provided by the City of Mission Viejo:
Montanoso Recreation and Fitness Center Includes: Weight equipment, Jazzercise, Aerobics, Yoga, Tennis, Basketball, … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Community Center Remodel Nears Completion In Mission Viejo - 03/11/08 09:16 PM
Community Center Remodel Nears Completion - Mission Viejo by John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR® Mission Viejo CA Real Estate Built as a focal point for local Mission Viejo residents, the Norman P Murray Community & Senior Center is nearing it’s Grand Re-Opening with the conclusion of recent renovations. The expanded … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Mission Viejo Named in Top Four Cities To Purchase in 2008 - 03/11/08 07:30 PM
Don't you just love when you read something good about the area you live in. Recently as I was reading up on the internet, I came across this article and want to share so those Home Buyers looking to move into the area have a little more information.
In a recent article, … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: SAT Scores for Mission Viejo Area High Schools - 02/28/08 12:41 AM
SAT Scores for Mission Viejo Area High Schools - Mission Viejo by John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR® Mission Viejo CA Real Estate Feb 27, 2008
The following chart lists the results of the 2007 SAT scores for the local high schools which are governed by the Saddleback Valley or Capistrano Unified … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Is it Time to Buy a Home in Rancho Santa Margarita? - 02/25/08 09:40 PM
Is it Finally Time to Buy?
I think so, based mainly on my observations. A couple of months ago, I was amazed at the number of entry level homes on the market at fire sale prices. In the last week, while there are still a lot of homes for sale, it … (1 comments)
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mission viejo: Resort Style Living in Foothill Ranch - 02/24/08 03:31 AM
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mission viejo: Disclosing Toxic Mold in Home for Lease - 02/15/08 12:24 PM
As an Agent, one of the things I hear a lot is “Disclose, Disclose, Disclose”. This applies whether you are selling your home or renting it out. Whether you are a landlord or an agent representing a landlord, you have to disclose everything that you have actual knowledge about that … (1 comments)
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mission viejo: Rethinking the placement of solar panels - 02/14/08 05:46 PM
Why not turn this
Into this?
Growing up in a city built on rolling hills like Mission Viejo, I was always bothered by the fact that homeowners were forced to pay property tax on basically unusable hills they had purchased along with the rest of their home. Well, for … (11 comments)
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mission viejo: Search Orange County Real Estate - 02/14/08 02:23 AM
Orange County Real Estate - From Laguna Beach & Laguna Niguel to Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita & Coto de Caza.
South Orange County is a very specific region of California offering a dynamic set of demographics. When searching for housing in the area the terrain is varied and a newcomer would be wise to … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Ladera Ranch & Las Flores Real Estate - Orange County - 01/19/08 12:25 AM
Lippman Properties - Expert Realtors in Ladera Ranch & Las Flores Homes/Real Estate. Coto de Caza & Rancho Santa Margarita Homes. See surrounding areas of Mission Viejo. Find exquisite homes in both Ladera Ranch and Las Flores (Orange County) through an automated home search. Jane & Doug Lippman specialize in these areas with over 20 years … (2 comments)
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mission viejo: Ladera Ranch Real Estate-Luxury Homes - 01/18/08 11:32 PM
I was called out to speak with a client in Ladera Ranch, (Orange County), today about the value of homes. They felt as if the community had been quite over valuated over the past 3 years. They couldn't understand why their neighbors, all 5 of them, had not sold their homes … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: South Orange County Luxury Homes Sales - 01/18/08 11:28 AM
I took another tour through the luxury custom homes being built in Covenant Hills, part of the Ladera Ranch master planned community in Orange County. Nearly 30 homes sit with For Sale signs on them as the community has been widely effected by the home sales slow down.
A prospective client of … (1 comments)
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mission viejo: Just Listed…SOLD in 5 days! - Mission Viejo - 01/07/08 06:29 PM
Just Listed…SOLD in 5 days! - Mission Viejo by John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR® Mission Viejo CA Real Estate 2007 actually ended for me with a bang instead of a whimper! I took a listing on December 8th and had it sold in 5 days!
This was a win-win-win-win transaction … (6 comments)
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mission viejo: Turn your Business into a Giving Machine - 12/06/07 12:10 AM
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
It's the perfect time of year to give back to the communities in which you work. And don't say you don't know what to do. There are numerous built in opportunities. We just completed our 6th Annual Toys for Tots event in the Rancho Santa Margarita area of … (2 comments)
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mission viejo: Trout Fishing On Lake Mission Viejo - 12/03/07 12:50 AM
Trout Fishing On Lake Mission Viejo - Mission Viejo by John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR® Mission Viejo CA Real Estate For all of you fishermen and fisherwomen, Lake Mission Viejo is the place to be in December for lots of angling activities. The lake has been stocked with 12,000 pounds … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Lake Mission Viejo Parade of Lights - 12/03/07 12:27 AM
Lake Mission Viejo Parade of Lights - Mission Viejo by John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR® Mission Viejo CA Real Estate Come down to Lake Mission Viejo for the 29th Annual Parade of Lights event scheduled for December 8, 2007, 4:30-8:30pm. This year’s event includes Santa’s arrival, beach bonfires, craft faire, … (1 comments)
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mission viejo: Mission Viejo and Lake Forest Rank Tops as Safest City - 11/20/07 01:33 PM
Congratulations go out to two cities in the Saddleback Valley that received honors from the QC Press as being in the in the Top 10 Safest Cities in the Nation. (YEAH!)
Mission Viejo ranked #1 safest city in the nation. With a population of 98,483 it had the lowest crime rate during 2006 … (1 comments)
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mission viejo: Mission Viejo Ranked Safest City - 11/20/07 01:13 PM
Mission Viejo Ranked Safest Cityby John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR®Mission Viejo CA Real EstateIn a recent study by the Washington based CQ Press, the City of Mission Viejo was named the #1 Safest City in the nation for cities of at least 75,000 residents. The report, based on FBI statistics for … (1 comments)
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mission viejo: MISSION VIEJO, CALIFORNIA: America's Safest City - 11/19/07 07:25 PM
Source: Congressional Quarterly, Inc. (CQPress) and the FBI - November 18, 2007
According to CQPress.com's 14th Annual City and Crime Rankings Publication, Mission Viejo, CA has achieved the honor of America's Safest City. The citizens of Mission Viejo can now enjoy their long awaited honor. After more than 10 years of being ranked … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: $699,900 Lowest Priced Cul-De-Sac 4/5 Bedroom Home with a Place to Store all your Toys, RV, Boat - 11/09/07 10:57 AM
Just Reduced to $699,900 Large 4 Bedroom Home with a Loft that could be enclosed for a 5th bedroom. Over 2500 sq ft of living space and a 13,000 sq ft lot. Large Backyard with a view. Gated Paved RV area with room for an RV , Campers, Motorcycles, Jet skis … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Public Golf Course in Mission Viejo - 11/01/07 02:59 PM
Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club is one of the few great pubic golf courses located in Mission Viejo. Also if you play golf check out "The Golf Courses.net" for a referance to other golf courses in the area.
Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club26772 Avery PkwyMission Viejo, CA 92692(949)305-5100
http://www.thegolfcourses.net/golfcourses/CA/38475.htm
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mission viejo: Mission Viejo - 10/31/07 02:54 PM
MISSION VIEJO
Recreational activities; The city has numerous parks; there are about two per square mile. The city has three golf courses, The Mission Viejo Country Club, Casta del Sol Golf Course, our newest course Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club. At the center of the city is a man-made lake, Lake Mission Viejo, … (4 comments)
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mission viejo: Southern California Homeowners Insurance Issues - 10/25/07 06:59 PM
If you currently have any escrows open, please re check with the insurance company regarding any policy changes to insure the home. Please check on the fire insurance. Many companies are changing their policies and/ or requiring an agent to do an inspection or drive by to confirm property eligibility. Also … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Zero Down Home Loans in Orange County California - 10/23/07 01:01 AM
If you have been told that you need thousands of dollars to purchase a home in Orange County, that is not the case. As a realtor in the Orange County area it is my mission to help people realize their dream of home ownership. Please feel free to call my 24 … (1 comments)
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mission viejo: Two Fantastic RV Parking Properties in Mission Viejo with Large Lots - 10/16/07 02:19 PM
I have two wonderful RV Parking properties on the Market in Mission Viejo. One listing is priced at $745,000 with 4/5 bedrooms on a cul de sac with 2500 sq ft. The lot is very large with 13,000 sq ft and the backyard has a view of Saddleback Mountains. The other … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: South Orange County Best Real Estate Buy's - Remember, It's Possible! - 10/15/07 07:41 PM
The opportunity for homebuyers has not been this good in years for those looking to buy in South Orange County. Below is a snapshot of some great opportunities you may want to consider if owning a home is a dream of yours.
As a professional investor as well as real estate agent, … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Operation Innocence - for your Children in Orange County - 07/09/07 06:20 PM
Concerned about protecting your children from Online and Social Threats? Attend a FREE seminar given by Elite Development Group and learn about the tools available to you, and what you can do to safeguard your family.
Who: For you and your childrenWhat: Operation Innocence, a free seminar.When: July 24, 2007, 6 - 8 PMWhere: Life … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Great Outdoor Living in Mission Viejo - 07/04/07 02:47 PM
Ideal Home for Outdoor EntertainingLocation: North Mission ViejoUnusual home, it's a must see! Highly upgraded entertainer's home with two patio areas plus lanai, a walk-up sun deck, outdoor bar area, party lights in the pool and spa, and plenty of storage. New appliances, two-tone paint, carpet, copper wiring, fence, etc. Service … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Saddleback Valley High Schools Place Top in the Country - 06/30/07 05:54 PM
Congratulations go out to three of our local high schools in the Saddleback Valley. Newsweek Magazine recently ranked America's Top 1200 schools and two were located in the city of Mission Viejo and one in the city of Laguna Hills.
Newsweek ranks public and private schools according to a ratio that … (1 comments)
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mission viejo: Summer Activities at Lake Mission Viejo - 06/15/07 01:29 AM
Summer Activities at Lake Mission Viejo by John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR® Mission Viejo CA Real Estate With schools ending their academic year and summer nearly upon us, it’s time to plan your activities around Lake Mission Viejo. Classes and activities are available for lake members and their guests of … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: No Interest Rehab Loans Available for Mission Viejo Residents - 06/15/07 12:51 AM
No Interest Rehab Loans Available - Mission Viejo by John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR® Mission Viejo CA Real Estate The City of Mission Viejo is offering eligible residents the opportunity to get up to $20,000 in deferred payment, home improvement loans. Applicants must own and occupy a home in Mission … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Mission Viejo Multi-Family Garage Sale - Saturday June 16th - 06/12/07 04:36 PM
The Flores Family Real Estate team is sponsoring a neighborhood garage sale this Saturday June 16th, from 7:00 am till 1:00 pm.
The location of the garage sale is off the 5 freeway and Oso Parkway and the between the intersection of Oso and Montonoso and Margurite and Estenciero.
There is anticipated … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Sunset Concerts at Lake Mission Viejo - 06/07/07 09:11 AM
Sunset Concerts at Lake Mission ViejoSunset Concerts at Lake Mission Viejo - Mission Viejoby John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR®Mission Viejo CA Real EstateThe Lake Mission Viejo Association has just announced the schedule for the upcoming Summer Sunset Concert Season. This yearly tradition features four concerts at the lake featuring a variety … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Portola Hills- Buyer Wanted for this Beautiful Remodeled Home! - 06/05/07 08:50 PM
Welcome Home!
Call Kelly to Schedule a Showing!
This is the home you have been waiting for and all the work is done with you in mind! Located in the sought after neighborhood of Crestmont in beautiful Portola Hills, this JM Peters home has been completely remodeled with only the finest details:
4 … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: South Orange County Home Sales Update - 06/02/07 12:38 PM
(click on title to see full chart) South Orange Couny Home Sales - May 2007
Information compiled from SoCalMLS 6/2/07 and is deemed accurate, but not guaranteed.
Marlene Bridges, REALTOR
Certified Residential Specialist
Seniors Real Estate Specialit
www.LiveTheCaliforniaDream.com
For All Your South Orange County Real Estate Needs ~ I'm Here To Help.
Please rate this post - … (4 comments)
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mission viejo: Mission Viejo Lake - Summer is on it's way! - 05/06/07 07:55 PM
Wow, summer is on it's way and what a great resource we are blessed to have in South Orange County. You ask what is it? Mission Viejo Lake. This wonderful lake is in the center of the city of Mission Viejo. It is surrounded by Estate Homes, Shopping, Restaurants and a huge walking path that is highly utilized … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: 26801 Calle Maria, Mission Viejo, CA - 04/23/07 11:29 AM
Fabulous Single Story
This wonderfully remodeled Mission Viejo, California home has it all with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1,796 square feet of living space. Enjoy entertaining in the large backyard with mountain views and a spa. Or take a wonderful evening stroll through the family neighborhood or walk do the nearby … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: 26491 Naccome Dr, Mission Viejo, CA - $775,000 - 04/17/07 02:07 AM
26491 Naccome Dr, Mission Viejo, CAby John Alesi, Mission Viejo REALTOR®Mission Viejo CA Real Estate
Updated tri-level Chanteclaire model3 bedrooms and 3 baths, approx 2088 sq. ft. on a nearly 9000 sq. ft lotLarge family room could divided and converted to 4th bedroom Elegant travertine, marble and granite … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Mortgage Meltdown - Just Breath, Orange County, CA. - 03/16/07 06:47 PM
Mortgage Meltdown, Mortgage Meltdown, BREATH!
Yes, it is all over the media and though the crystal ball might be a little foggy, Kelly wants to remind residents that we live in pretty special place and keep this in mind as you hear these dire headlines. Orange County shouldn't be compared to the … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: South Orange County Real Estate for Singles - 03/07/07 12:34 PM
What a wonderful area we are blessed to live in. Yet, many singles wonder is this the place to buy a home when it can be defined as the ultra suburb. My answer to the question, is really a question right back at you, where else would you want to live? Here are just a … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Orange County California Housing Market - 11/30/06 01:42 PM
Hello Friends, Here is my November California Market Report! Be sure to check it out!What effect will this month's election have on the housing market? Here is this month's market summary and a breakdown of some local cities per the Orange County Register. Lake Forest median price up 7.7%, Laguna Hills … (0 comments)
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mission viejo: Mission Viejo Named Safest City in California - 11/20/06 01:20 AM
Mission Viejo
My little "burg" of Mission Viejo (not really mine, I just live and work here) was recently named the safest city in California and the second safest city in the nation! This according to a recent report published by Morgan Quitno Press for cities with a population off 75,000-99,999 residents … (1 comments)
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