http://www.orangecoastvillas.com/realestatedigest Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel, Newport Coast, Newport Beach, Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano Fri, 14 Mar 2008 17:18:41 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The government annonced today that inflation stayed steady in February, in spite of fears that we are headed towards a recession. This is expected to take some pressure off the Federal Reserve, which is considering a new round of cuts in interest rates. http://www.orangecoastvillas.com/realestatedigest/2008/inflation-steady-in-feb/ UCLA analysts bring an unexpectedly optimistic outlook on California and the nation's economic strength, by forecasting that although the following months are not going to be pretty, we are not headed towards a recession. http://www.orangecoastvillas.com/realestatedigest/2008/ucla-experts-say-no-recession-in-sight/ To my awesome clients, thank you for your business, your loyalty and your continued referrals to family, friends and neighbors! To my terrific office staff and business associates, thank you for all your hard work in keeping my clients happy! To my fellow realtors, thank you for your help in making our real ... http://www.orangecoastvillas.com/realestatedigest/2007/happy-thanksgiving/ In this buyers market, it is a good idea to get your home in as good shape as possible before you start marketing it. With a significant inventory to choose from, buyers are very selective about their choices, and they will either opt for a home in top condition, or ... http://www.orangecoastvillas.com/realestatedigest/2007/selling-your-home-presale-inspection-a-good-strategy/ Did you know that if you sell hour home at the end of 2007 and you open a 1031 exchange before the New Year you get to defer any capital gain taxes due until 2009?  At its core, a 1031 exchange is designed to accomplish one simple goal: to defer capital ... http://www.orangecoastvillas.com/realestatedigest/2007/1031-exchange-year-end-tax-tip/ With the October wildfires in Southern California behind us, many people in the affected areas are concerned about landslide risk following the fires. It’s a known fact that landslides commonly occur in connection with other major natural hazards such as wildfires, heavy rainfalls and earthquakes.  Luckily our coastal South Orange County area ... http://www.orangecoastvillas.com/realestatedigest/2007/post-wildfire-landslide-prevention/ Don't make any significant purchases between your home loan's approval and the actual closing date, warns Ilyce Glink at Inman Real Estate News. Your lender will pull an additional credit report just before closing to make sure you are still capable of paying your mortgage. This may sound like common sense, ... http://www.orangecoastvillas.com/realestatedigest/2007/buying-a-home-dont-make-significant-purchases-between-approval-and-closing/ What better day to mark the debut of our newsletter than Veterans Day! Our lasting gratitude to all the fine men and women who wear our country's uniform, and our utmost respect to their families! http://www.orangecoastvillas.com/realestatedigest/2007/veterans-day/