weichman: Make Some Lemonade in Real Estate- Costa Mesa California Real Estate!
- 02/18/10 06:03 AM
It's probably no surprise that homeowners who have faced the ordeal of foreclosure feel a certain measure of shame or guilt about their experience. Whether or not those feelings are warranted, it's hard to survive the process completely unscathed. What is surprising is the recent development of "buyer's guilt." Some who are fortunate enough to afford to take advantage of a low-priced foreclosure offering are suffering some degree of remorse about the transaction. Whether it's because they got a deal that none of their friends or family did, or whether they just feel badly about someone else's unhappy situation, the … (0 comments)
weichman: Firefighter honored as Costa Mesa employee of the month.
- 02/11/10 11:56 PM
COSTA MESA, Costa Mesa firefighter/paramedic Todd Palombo – who founded the Santa Letter Program – was recently honored as the city's employee of the month. Each holiday season, needy Costa Mesa children from local motels and shelters write letters to Santa. On Christmas Eve, volunteers use antique fire trucks to distribute food, clothes and toys to those children and their families. Costa Mesa paramedic Todd Palombo, who founded the Santa Letter program, gives a bag of food to Alma Jimenez for her family in December. Palombo was named Costa Mesa's Employee of the Month in February. This past Christmas, five … (1 comments)
Phew! After four years of declining home sales, the numbers appear to be finally turning back upward, with closed sales and pending contracts at above-normal increases. In particular, first-time buyers helped buoy the market by taking advantage of low prices and interest rates, as well as the $8,000 tax credit offered by the federal government. At least for now, home prices remain attractively low, and mortgage payments as they relate to income are very comfortable. All the information seems to point to the fact that home prices have actually overcorrected downward. What does that mean? It indicates that many … (0 comments)
weichman: What is a Short Sale?
- 02/02/10 02:32 AM
A "Short Sale" is when a home seller sells his home for a lesser amount than what is owed on his mortgage, and the mortgage lender agrees to accept the lesser amount in lieu of a full payoff. By way of example, a Short Sale may be appropriate for a home seller whose mortgage balance is $250,000 but whose home wouldn't sell for more than $220,000. Rather than pay the $30,000 difference to the lender at the time of sale, the seller enters into an agreement with the lender by which all sale proceeds are paid to the bank and … (0 comments)
weichman: George Washington Didn't Sleep Here, But You Could!
- 01/31/10 04:30 AM
Open House Today! 1-4 PM! Check out this beauty! Detailed information, price and directions can be found below! http://www.teamweichman.com/listings/C6FA721F-9E0A-A276-5D4E3CBD3D14E712.shtml Larry Weichman is President and Broker of Costa Mesa-based real estate powerhouse Weichman Realtors. Larry and his highly-trained team of professionals have proudly served Costa Mesa since 1976. For questions about an upcoming sale or purchase, call him directly at 714-241-4532 or email your questions to Larry@TeamWeichman.com. Be sure to visit www.TeamWeichman.com for the latest news and information on the Orange County real estate market.
It's the best news in real estate since last year's First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit: an estimated $22 billion will pump into our economy as a result of the government not only extending the tax credit, but including current homeowners, too.
The existing $8,000 maximum credit stays in place for first-time buyers. A "first-time" buyer is one who has not owned a home during the three years prior to the purchase. However, repeat buyers who have lived in their home for five of the past eight years may also qualify for up to a $6,500 tax credit … (3 comments)
weichman: Every Wonder Why Our Clients Love Us So Much?
- 01/20/10 05:57 AM
We go the extra mile for our sellers! That is why we have taken a greater market share here in Costa Mesa over the last few years. From our Home For Sale Signs to our quality property videos. See below for our most recent property video. Quality control and attention to detail is what sets TeamWeichman.com apart from our competition! http://larryweichman.posterous.com/just-listed-in-costa-mesa-huge-single-story-f Larry Weichman is President and Broker of Costa Mesa-based real estate powerhouse Weichman Realtors. Larry and his highly-trained team of professionals have proudly served Costa Mesa since 1976. For questions about an upcoming sale or purchase, call him directly … (1 comments)
weichman: Open House Today! 1-4 January 16, 2010
- 01/16/10 02:08 AM
Cul-de-sac home nestled in Costa Mesa's Mesa Del Mar!Location: Costa Mesa, CACute and cozy single story featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Scraped ceilings and large RV access are just some of the amenities. This property is located in a cul-de-sac near schools, shopping and parks! Value range priced from $575,000-$600,000InformationContact Information Larry Weichman(714) 241-4532Web Site: TeamWeichman.comContact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other FlyersPricingPrice: $600,000Flexibility: NegotiableAdditional Pricing Information: For additional information please dial 800-283-1765 and enter extension 2045!Property Location2897 El RioCosta Mesa, CA 92626View MapFeaturesBedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Garage Size: 2 CarSchool District: Newport MesaSquare Footage: 2257Agent Name: Larry WeichmanBroker: Weichman RealtorsAttributesAppliancesRange/OvenDishwasherInterior AmenitiesFireplaceExterior … (4 comments)
weichman: Investment Training Camp
- 01/16/10 01:20 AM
If you can hear the whispers below the din of panic, you know that the recent financial and housing collapses have actually created some amazing opportunities for smart investors. Low interest rates and depressed property values have combined in an environment favorable for long-term gains. It may not be for everyone, but if you're in the right financial position, you have plenty of options. However, there is a right way and a wrong way to invest, and it's the wrong way that led so many to suffer in the recent housing crisis. Don't think about investing in real estate until … (1 comments)
The golf tournament planned for Monday is being moved to Monday, March 29. Details etc. to follow. This was done because of the heavy rain forecast planned for Monday. We want to have the best tournament possible. Please direct any complaints, comments or concerns to my direction. I will be in touch over the next week to finalize up new details. Thank you for your understanding. Please notify any groups or people that were planning … (0 comments)
weichman: U.S. Postal Service in Costa Mesa! Thank God My Service Is Not Like Them!
- 01/12/10 09:54 AM
I don't know about you but my experience with the 92626 Post Office, the last 45 days has not been good at all! Early in December I had 5 bills sent from the office on Adams, none of them ever arrived at the intended destination. I went to the Post Office to voice my concern ( I really meant to yell, but that is not my nature) the nice supervisor gave me an 800 # to call to lodge my complaint. After thinking about it I thought this was a waste of time, so I took a deep breath & got … (0 comments)
weichman: Get The Credit You Deserve!
- 12/31/09 07:09 AM
Mortgage applications are being reviewed far more thoroughly now than in the past, and your credit score should be 680 or higher to qualify for the best interest rates. So how do you determine your score, and know you're getting the credit you deserve? Everyone is allowed one free credit report per year from the three reporting agencies (Experian, Equifax and TransUnion). Review the reports for accuracy and act quickly to correct any errors or omissions. Approximately 35% of your credit score is based on the timeliness of your payments. Make sure that no late payments older than seven years … (1 comments)
weichman: When Push Comes To Shove!
- 12/15/09 12:46 AM
If you're under pressure to sell your home quickly in a challenging market, you may have to swallow a large dose of reality and take some radical steps to increase your home's visibility. While making concessions can seem difficult, please consider the following proven suggestions to produce a quick sale. Remember that there are myriad possibilities for exposure in today's internet-driven society. In addition to your agent's traditional print and online marketing tools, use social networking sites like facebook and Twitter to promote your listing to younger first-time buyers. When setting your price, place it ten to fifteen percent below … (0 comments)
weichman: Prescription Discount Health Savings Card Free To You From The Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce
- 12/12/09 01:11 AM
Prescription Discount Health Savings Card The Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce is proud to offer a FREE DISCOUNT HEALTH SAVINGS CARD. Simply download and print a free card below to receive savings of up to 75% off prescriptions at pharmacies around the country. All prescriptions processed through the program are completely confidential. This program has "LOWEST PRICE" logic to guarantee that you pay the lowest price on your prescriptions (you pay the lower of a discount off the Average Wholesale Price-AWP, a discount calculated off MAC Pricing, or the Pharmacy Promotional/Retail price). Please enter your name and e-mail address below … (0 comments)
Both homeowners and real estate agents are best served when a home sells quickly for a good price. There are many steps both parties can take to achieve that goal, and a recent trend is proving its value: whether the local market is hot or cool, statistics reveal that a "Staged" home will sell faster and for a higher price.
This service is called Staging because it's basically about "theater." A professional Stager assesses your home's strongest and weakest features, and creates a series of "scenes" sure to appeal to your "audience" of buyers.
There are four major areas of concern: … (6 comments)
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