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14 Easy and Unforgettable Ideas for Thanksgiving

Nov 24, 2014 | Holidays

Thanksgiving is coming up which means now is the time to start brainstorming ways to make your holiday one for the record books. If you’re hosting the holidays at your house then you’re going to need some inspiration. From decorations and table settings to delicious dishes, here are some ideas we found online that are not only easy, they fun! An unforgettable day starts with setting the mood the moment your guests walk in the door… 1. Pumpkin Topiaries and Corn Stalks for an Autumn Porch Step by step how to transform your porch. 2. Craft your own Pumpkin Vases Any shape, any size, any flower, everywhere in or around your home! We got this idea from Frugal Flourish. Now it’s time to make the indoors unforgettable as well… 3. Set up a Prim and Perfect Food Station Setting up a coordinated food table like this one is a piece of cake when you have the right tools. Get all the free printable decorations for this here. 4. Create a Pumpkin Diorama A pumpkin diorama like this one from Sweet Paul is a fun and quirky way to celebrate. Who said pumpkin carving is just for Halloween? 5. Burlap Place Settings to Brighten up the Table Simple, easy and you can personalize them. Step by step instructions here. 6. Or These Rosemary Wreaths You can also save this one for Christmas! Source Weddingomania.com 7. If You’re Feeling Handy, Try This Rustic Planter Box Centerpiece Made from old pallet boards, can fill it this rustic masterpiece with fruit, leaves, or any fall decor you already have! DIY instructions for this brought to you by The Pin Junkie.... read more

Just Listed 2 Rochelle in Ladera Ranch

Oct 29, 2014 | Homes

2 Roshelle Lane, Ladera Ranch | Nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac in the exclusive neighborhood of Covenant Hills this private home offers five bedrooms plus an office. Revel in the gourmet kitchen’s luxury, culinary accoutrements; granite counters and backsplash, stainless steel Thermadore appliances, dark wood cabinets, breakfast nook, and island with breakfast bar. French doors open to outdoor spaces extending the entertainment options. The secluded backyard features an oversized pool, spa, water features, covered patio, built in barbecue and refrigerator. A Juliette balcony and a spa-like en suite bathroom with spa tub, separate shower, dual vanities, marble counters and dark wood cabinets accent a relaxing sanctuary that is the master suite. Additional features found within the 4,100 square foot interior include new engineered hardwood floors throughout the downstairs, new carpet upstairs, new paint throughout, and an abundance of windows that radiate natural light. The home provides an impressive backdrop to Covenant Hills’ amenities including five distinctive village clubhouses that feature pools, gardens, water play parks, tennis courts, tot lots, barbecues, picnic areas, outdoor fireplace and a skate park. The beauty of this home is matched by the security and exclusivity provided by the community walls that surround... read more

Via Havre Guest Suite

Oct 22, 2014 | Homes

The ground floor guest suite at 108 Via Havre features new carpet, new paint, recessed lighting and an en suite bathroom with limestone shower and flooring, Calacatta marble counters and custom cabinets. This would make the perfect in-law... read more

Events in Orange County | October 2014

Oct 15, 2014 | Events

The month of October is simply jam packed with amazing events and things to do in Orange County, CA. Spooky Halloween fun, Oktoberfest blow outs and more going on all month long. We’ve gathered the best of the best for a complete list of things to do in Orange County this October 2014. Get ready to fill up your social calendar, there’s a lot of fun to be had! OC Halloween Events Empty Grave Haunted House in Laguna Hills October 3rd – November 2nd Scare yourself silly at the Empty Grave Haunted House maze at the Laguna Hills Mall this Halloween season. The maze is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights from October 3rd – November 2nd. Open Fridays and Saturdays 7-midnight, and Sunday from 7-10pm. Event website: themtgrave.com Higgins Manor Haunted House in Mission Viejo Limited dates from October 25th – November 1st This is one of the best home-run haunted houses in Orange County, located on a cul-de-sac in Mission Viejo at 23761 Singapore Street. The haunted house is free however small donations to the Modjeska Ranch Dog Rescue are encouraged. Higgins Manor has 11 themed rooms, a walk-through cemetery and amazing monsters! This home haunt will be open October 25,26, 31 and November 1st from 7-10pm. Event website: www.yelp.com Anaheim Fall Festival and Halloween Parade October 25th, 11am-5pm Anaheim Fall Festival and Parade will take place in the city’s downtown. Visit craft booths, participate in the costume contests (one for the kids and one for the dogs), play with the pot bellied pigs and more. Other festivities include the parade, Motel 6 Feet Under haunted maze,... read more

Port Claridge is in Escrow!

Oct 9, 2014 | Homes

1943 Port Claridge, Newport Beach | This wonderful Harbor View single-level Monaco model is located in the inner loop of the Port Streets, one of Newport Beach’s premier neighborhoods. The light and bright kitchen includes granite countertops, white subway tile backsplash, white wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting and a breakfast nook. Wood laminate flooring throughout. The living room features vaulted ceilings, wood burning fireplace and sliding glass door leading to the backyard, which creates a perfect indoor/outdoor living space. The master bedroom boasts a double-door entry, vaulted ceilings, mirrored closet doors and a fully renovated master bath with a jetted sunken tube, soft close cabinets and travertine tile. The secondary full bath has also been fully renovated and includes soft close cabinets and travertine tile. It’s walking distance to Bonita Canyon Sports Park, public tennis courts, Pavilions and restaurants and is just steps to the amenities that the Port Streets offer: Award Winning Andersen Elementary School, community clubhouse and pool. Also, it’s located on one of only a few streets that end at the green belt which includes a playground, tot lot and basketball court. This opportunity is not to be missed for anyone interested in living in the coveted Port... read more

Beautiful Family Room at 108 Via Havre

Sep 30, 2014 | Homes

The family room at 108 Via Havre is the perfect place for the kids to hang out while the adults are in the kitchen or entertaining in the living room. It opens to the courtyard which features a Viking BBQ and... read more

I Had a Short Sale or Foreclosure – How Long Before I Can Buy Again?

Sep 16, 2014 | Buyers, Real Estate News

If you’ve been through a short sale or foreclosure and are looking to get into another home, it’s the type of loan you get that determines how long you have to wait. Educate yourself and check out our quick breakdown of the wait periods after both short sales and foreclosures based on the type of loan you secure. Are you eligible for the reduced wait period? Defining extenuating circumstances For the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans there are reduced wait periods available under extenuating circumstances for foreclosures and short sales. What are these extenuating circumstances? Well there are a few but they’re more restrictive than you’d think. If you had a loss of job or a loss in the family you might be eligible. However things like divorce and general financial hardship do not apply. To be eligible for the reduced wait period you must also have AUS (automated underwriting services) approval and a max LTV of 90%. Each loan has a specific LTV which specifies the percent of the home value a lender will lend to you as a borrower. For example with a 90% LTV loan on a home priced at $600,000, you could borrow up to $540,000 which is a requirement of at least 10% down payment. Calculating your specific wait period: Fannie Mae Foreclosure: Calculated from the date the title was transferred out your name (the borrower) to the date the credit report is pulled on the new transaction. Short Sale: Calculated from the date of competition of the short sale to the date credit report was pulled on new transaction. Freddie Mac Foreclosure: Calculated from the... read more