jill murty real estate: In Honor of Halloween.... "THE HEADLESS DOG" - 10/31/18 06:21 PM
Halloween greetings from my foster pups, Tipper & Jones! 
As you can see, Tipper's neck is exceptionally flexible.  That's one of many talents these beautiful puppies possess!  They are also excellent at:
Playing to exhaustion Napping like rock stars Flopping down and positioning themselves for the belly rubs they expect you to provide Being endlessly entertaining Not only are Tipper & Jones brothers, they're really good friends.  They're hoping they get adopted together.  That would be way cool. 
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jill murty real estate: Whatever You Do, Keep Moving - 03/27/18 10:30 PM
This isn’t a real estate pitch, but…. if you’re thinking about making a move, contact me. 
This is a departure from real estate and very important.  It’s about mobility.  Mobility is the gift we have, but often don’t appreciate until we lose it or see someone we love losing the ability to do everyday things for themselves.
Imagine a situation where you needed assistance to stand up, to get to the bathroom and to perform basic hygiene tasks.  If assistance doesn’t arrive in time, well, you know what would happen.  You wait for someone to help you get cleaned up and changed into … (3 comments)

jill murty real estate: Meet the Murty's New Foster Pups, Delilah & Doughboy! - 03/22/18 09:34 PM
Two New Foster Pups Have Arrived at The Murty House! Two New Foster Pups Have Arrived at The Murty House!  
Delilah and Doughboy are the latest Murty foster pups to live with us until they find their forever homes.  These kids are obviously gorgeous and an absolute delight!  A couple of sweethearts with razor sharp puppy teeth, these beauties are charmers.
 
Their interests include:
 
Eating treats Giving puppy kisses Bringing joy to your life Receiving tummy rubs Exploring and playing in the yard and house Looking at you as though you’re the most important person in the whole … (6 comments)

jill murty real estate: Property Tax Fairness Initiative (Portability) May Be Coming to CA - 03/09/18 09:46 PM
November 2018 update: Unfortunately, Prop 5 did NOT pass.  The way in which the people in Sacramento re-wrote the description in the voter guide was confusing and deceptive.  Voters largely did not understand Prop 5 as written in the voter guide and it failed to pass.   It's remarkable, because the Property Tax Fairness Initiative had widespread support when explained accurately!   I believe the Property Tax Fairness Initiative will return to the ballot in 2020.  Please stay turned for updates.   Thank you for visiting my blog and be sure to contact me if you or someone you know are … (5 comments)

jill murty real estate: Low Cost Vaccine & Microchip Clinic 2018 | Mission Viejo - 02/21/18 02:29 PM
 
Calling All Dogs, Cats and their People! The Low Cost Vaccination and Microchip Clinic is Here  
Do you and your furry family members live in Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills or Rancho Santa Margarita?  Is it time to get those furry kids vaccinated or microchipped?  I’ve got good news for you if the answer is yes.  Mission Viejo Animal Services Center is hosting four low cost vaccination and microchip clinics this year!
 
Keeping your pets up to date on their vaccinations is just another way of showing you love them.  Having them microchipped is the … (5 comments)

jill murty real estate: The Last Day to Pay Property Taxes Due Feb. 2018 isn't in February - 02/19/18 07:40 PM
APRIL 10, 2018That's the last day of the grace period to pay property taxes for the installment due February 1, 2018.
 Be sure to pay by April 10, 2018 to avoid the late fee, which is a hefty 10%.  If you plan to pay by check, make sure the envelope is postmarked no later than April 10, 2018.
 
Per the Orange County Treasurer-Tax Collector's website, you also have the option to pay online using the methods:
 
eCheck (no fee) Credit card: 2.3% fee with a minimum of $3.95 Visa Personal debit card: $3.95 flat fee All other types of debit cards: 2.3% fee … (1 comments)

jill murty real estate: Smart Problem Solving and Negotiation Equal a Big Win for All - 02/18/18 03:35 PM
An unfortunate problem leads to a creative solutionEvery real estate transaction is unique and as much as you plan, surprises can pop up.  When faced with the following situation, I was ready to apply my problem solving and negotiation skills to ensure my client was not disappointed.
 
THE SITUATION
I listed my client's condo and found her a replacement home that she absolutely loved.  The transaction was going well and then it happened. The buyer's agent stopped answering his phone and was not responding to texts.  I contacted his transaction coordinator to see if she knew why the agent was unreachable.  She was … (3 comments)

jill murty real estate: Panda the Foster Dog Wants a Family of Her Very Own | K9 Kismet - 06/09/17 07:08 PM
Panda the Foster Dog Wants You!
 
Fostering dogs has been a part of life at the Murty household for many years.  Our most recent addition is Panda!  She's crashing at our place until she's adopted by a family of her very own.
 
Panda is still a puppy at about 10 months old. We think she's a Pointer/Pittie mix and we know she's beautiful.  She's black with white accents, she's energetic and ready to play fetch, go for walks, car rides and will happily join you on whatever adventures you may have in store.
 
We're fostering Panda through K9 Kismet, an all breed rescue group … (2 comments)

jill murty real estate: SOLD by JILL MURTY | Ocean View Condo in Dana Point - 08/28/16 09:05 AM
  SOLD by JILL MURTY 
Ocean View Condo in Dana Point 
 
What a terrific ocean view condo property!  Ocean view from multiple areas in this neat condo, walking distance for most people to Dana Point Harbor, shops, restaurants and the beach.  
This should have been a smooth transaction, but the buyer side was really pathetic.  We had cause to throw them out of the transaction on multiple occasions, but the nice seller decided to stick it out to the end.  The buyer's agent paid the seller's carrying costs for the 30+ days they were late closing.
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jill murty real estate: A Nice Neighbor Showed Up at Open House. Well, Not Really. - 08/15/16 05:46 AM
 I like it when neighbors visit open house at my listings. Usually.
 
 
I was was hosting open house at a nice listing in Laguna Niguel.  Visitor parking in the community is limited and an open house visitor parked in an assigned space.  About half of the assigned spaces were open at the time and the visitor randomly selected one.
The open house visitor and his sister who was helping with the home search were in the open house for a few minutes when a neighbor stormed in and yelled "Does someone in here own a white pick up truck?"  The answer was Yes.  "You're … (11 comments)

jill murty real estate: I Gave Up $1.5 Million in Transactions and I'm Glad I Did - 08/02/16 08:47 AM
  Doing Right by the Client   
 
I recently got some major kudos for doing the right thing.  I was kind of embarrassed at the attention because doing what I did should be normal; not something worthy of grand praise.  So what happened?  I gave up two sales transactions that would have totaled around $1.5 million in favor of advising my clients to do something that better suited their situation.
 
A while back, my clients refinanced their house.  Not too long after, they contacted me saying that they wanted sell their house and buy another.  I asked why they wanted to do that … (33 comments)

jill murty real estate: Gorgeous Laguna Niguel Condo | OPEN HOUSE July 30 & 31, 12:30-4:30 - 07/28/16 08:36 AM
OPEN HOUSE in LAGUNA NIGUEL 
JULY 30 & 31 from 12:30-4:30
 
Stop by and check out my beautiful Laguna Niguel two bedroom condo listing at open house this weekend!  The home at 28381 Paseo El Siena in Laguna Niguel is a hidden treasure not to be missed.  Can't make it to the open house?  Contact me to schedule a private showing.
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jill murty real estate: JUST LISTED by JILL MURTY | Laguna Niguel Two Bedroom Townhome - 07/03/16 06:21 AM
 Laguna Niguel Two Bedroom Townhome for Sale
LISTED by JILL MURTY
 
This clean and stylish home is in the charming and well maintained gated community of Bridgeport Terrace in Laguna Niguel. The home features two bedrooms, one and a half baths and a single car attached garage. Click for more information and photos of this awesome property!
(Click on the photo for the single property website) 
 
LAGUNA NIGUEL HOMES FOR SALE
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jill murty real estate: The Young Open House Visitors Who Made My Day - 04/23/16 12:13 PM
The Young Open House Visitors Who Made My Day
 
Today, I hosted open house at my nice listing on 16 Canyon Island in Newport Beach when two young ladies whose combined age was probably a couple of years shy of twenty, walked in and asked if it was okay to see the open house.  
 
I said of course.  They politely asked if I wanted shoes off or for them to wear shoe covers.  I answered and they toured the property.  They gave me feedback on the property and compared it to others they'd seen.  
 
The young ladies were more polite and thoughtful … (8 comments)

jill murty real estate: When is the Last Day to Pay Orange County, CA Property Tax 2016 - 04/06/16 03:50 AM
 When is the Last Day to Pay 2016 Property Taxes 
Orange County, CA
 
The last day to pay the property tax installment that is due February 1 is April 11, 2016.  It is normally April 10, but because it falls on a Sunday this year, so it bumps to Monday, April 11, 2016.  
 
To pay, review or print your property tax bill, visit the Treasurer-Tax Collector's site.  Scroll down and input your parcel number or property address and follow the prompts from there.
 
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Interested in Selling or Buying a Home in Orange County, CA?
I can help!  Contact me today to get started.
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jill murty real estate: JUST LISTED | Newport Beach Two Bedroom, Two Bath East Bluff Townhouse - 04/04/16 01:46 AM
 JUST LISTED by JILL MURTY
Newport Beach Two Bedroom, Two Bath Townhouse
This lovely townhouse is located in the prestigious East Bluff area of Newport Beach.  Surrounded by multi-million dollar homes, 16 Canyon Island, Newport Beach is a real find.   This is home is super clean and ready for you to add your personal touch.
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Interested in this property?  Do you have one to sell?
I can help!  Contact me today to get started.
JILL MURTY | 949.355.5321 | JillMurtyRealEstate.com
 
ALL NEWPORT BEACH HOMES FOR SALE
Balboa Peninsula Homes for Sale
East Bluff - Harbor View Homes for Sale
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jill murty real estate: Maybe It Was Because Your Counter Offer Sucked - 04/03/16 12:35 PM
That's what I told an agent today.
 
I'm representing a buyer who just submitted an offer on a property.  The listing agent said she'd send a counter offer.  She emailed it and then sent me a text message saying that my email bounced her counter offer.  Thanks Cox.  But that's another story.  
 
The listing agent followed up with a phone call.  I picked up and said "Got your text.  Maybe the email bounced because your counter offer sucked."  The agent was silent for a second and we both cracked up.
 
As it turned out, my buyer client accepted the counter offer and we're opening escrow … (11 comments)

jill murty real estate: Obstacles to Showing a Property - 03/21/16 07:25 AM
 Obstacles to Showing a Property
 
 Unfortunately, there are sometimes obstacles to showing properties and the reasons are varied.  
 
The listing agent may be slow to return calls to schedule showings The sellers may be particular about showing timeframes for one reason or another The property may be occupied by tenants who don't wish to cooperate with showings Then there are those rare times when there's a physical obstacle to showing a property  
My client and I visited this property.  The front gate was locked.  Check out where the lock box is hanging....just beyond the locked gate.
 
I'd spoken with the listing agent and … (12 comments)

jill murty real estate: SOLD by Jill Murty | 31881 Paseo Cielo, San Juan Capistrano - 03/18/16 01:49 AM
SOLD by Jill Murty | 31881 Paseo Cielo
San Juan Capistrano
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This property is in the Del Obispo area area of San Juan Capistrano, just minutes to the beach and Dana Point Harbor.  DEL OBISPO AREA HOMES FOR SALE IN SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO  
ALL SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO HOMES FOR SALE
 
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jill murty real estate: IN ESCROW | 31881 Paseo Cielo, San Juan Capistrano - 03/17/16 05:05 AM
- IN ESCROW -
Four Bedroom Home in San Juan Capistrano
My property listing at 31881 Paseo Cielo in San Juan Capistrano has four bedrooms and three and a half baths and is situated on a large lot of 18,295 sq. ft.  There is no homeowners association (HOA).  The property is located in the Del Obispo area of San Juan Capistrano, which is a short drive to the beach.
(Click on the photo for the single property website) 
 
Interested in Selling or Buying a Home in Orange County, CA?
Contact me today to get started!
JILL MURTY | 949.355.5321 | JillMurtyRealEstate.com
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