Costa Mesa's Neighborhood Blog

A blog about Newport and Costa Mesa with an emphasis on Costa Mesa Real Estate and Newport Beach Real Estate, written by a lifetime local resident of coastal Orange County whose knowledge of the area, combined with a strong background in mortgages, real estate and being an attorney, gives her clients many advantages.

Nature's Glory - Wordless Wednesday

Nature's Glory - Wordless Wednesday

Fairview Park Costa Mesa

 

It's amazing to me the colors that nature can provide some days.  I just had to pull over and take a few photos so that I could share them.

 

This photo was taken at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa.  It is completely unretouched and was taken on my phone. 

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

Two Little Posers - Speechless Sundays

Two Little Posers - Speechless Sundays

 

 speechless sundays

 

 

You know, it's really too bad that we never have any fun in our house.  A few days ago, my husband brought home some new hair care product for my son.  He loved it, and promptly tried it out on his little brother.  You can see the results above. 

When I wanted a picture of the new 'do, they both had to get in the middle of it and out do each other.  Apparently the dog needed to get in on it too.

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

Buying a Costa Mesa Home? - Avoid Buying Obsolescence

Buying a Costa Mesa Home? - Avoid Buying Obsolescence

 

So, you've decided it's time to buy a Costa Mesa home, and you're thinking about what you really need.

Perhaps you've been pre-approved or you know about how much you want to pay monthly, and so you've come up with a purchase price.

Now, you're trying to decide what's important to you.  I always sit down when people are considering buying a Costa Mesa home to ask several questions.

It's important to consider what's important to you in buying a Costa Mesa home, and it's also important to try not to buy obsolescence.

And, you're probably wondering what "buying obsolescence" means.

For instance, most buyers these days expect want demand at least 1.5 baths in a home, so if you're thinking that you could "live" with just one bathroom, you might consider what that might do to your pool of buyers when you're ready to sell your Costa Mesa home.

When you're buying a Costa Mesa home, make sure to consider how other buyers might look at it later when you're ready to sell it so that you don't have problems selling an obsolete home.

If you want to work with an agent who takes the time to consider things like future value and saleability of your Costa Mesa home, please give me a call at 714-319-9751.

 

 

Originally Posted at: Buying a Costa Mesa Home

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

Why You Should Do as I Say when Selling Your Costa Mesa Home and Not as I Do

Why You Should Do as I Say when Selling Your Costa Mesa Home and Not as I Do

 

When you decide to sell your Costa Mesa home, your Costa Mesa Realtor will likely make some suggestions to "stage" your home and make it look its best.

This is one of the services that I offer to my Costa Mesa sellers.  And, I will typically walk through and make numerous suggestions from small to big things that a seller can do to make their Costa Mesa home more attractive to the largest number of buyers.

One of the easiest things to do is paint, and I often recommend this.

So, you're wondering what does this have to do with doing as I do and not as I say?

Colorful Wall Paint

My home is fairly colorful, and I have many strong paint colors and even a mural on a wall.  This is not what I would recommend for a Costa Mesa home seller.  When I sold a friend's home a few years ago, she commented that my home did not look at all as I was recommending for her home. I had to point out that my home isn't for sale, and I am living in it, and it is currently decorated according to our tastes.

If your home isn't for sale, then it's fine to decorate it to your own taste and enjoy it, but if selling your Costa Mesa home for the most money in the shortest amount of time is what you want to do, then it may be time to make some changes.

If I were to sell, my home would not look as it does now, but since I'm not selling it right now, I'm going to just enjoy it. So, for now, if you're selling your Costa Mesa home, you're better off doing as I say and not as I currently do.

If you would like to sell your Costa Mesa home and would like to know how I will expose your home to the most number of buyers, please contact me for a free, no obligation consultation at 714-319-9751.

Originally Posted at: Selling Your Costa Mesa Home

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

Lovely Foothill Ranch Home - Less Move in Costs

Lovely Foothill Ranch Home - Less Move in Costs

 

This lovely 2 bedroom 2.5 bath home is turnkey and ready for its new owner.

 

In addition to the wonderful indoor and outdoor spaces, it comes with a few added bonuses.  Have you ever noticed that when you move into a new home, there are all of these extra expenses you hadn't considered? 

Well, with this home, there are a few less.  With the right offer, the seller will include the refrigerator, the washer and dryer, the barbecue and the patio furniture.  That will definitely leave a few extra dollars in your wallet; right where you like them.

 

So, if you would like to schedule a private showing of this lovely home, please contact me at 714-319-9751.

 

 

Lovely Foothill Ranch TownHouse


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$282,500
Townhouse
Main Features
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 1,046 sqft
Location
80 Anacapa
Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
USA

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Christine Donovan

Christine Donovan

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(714) 319-9751
christine@donovanblatt.com
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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

Huntington Beach Triplex has Great Upside Potential

Huntington Beach Triplex has Great Upside Potential

 

 Huntington Beach Triplex

 

This Huntington Beach triplex features one three bedroom unit in front and an additional two studios in back.  This property needs some work and comes with great upside potential. A similar property next door sold recently for $600,000.

 

For more information on this Huntington Beach income property, please contact Christine Donovan at 714-319-9751.

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

Orange Pool Home - Large Lot - Needs a Little TLC

Orange Pool Home - Large Lot - Needs a Little TLC

This Orange pool home features an open floorplan with a good sized kitchen and a large lot. The home needs to be updated, and this is accounted for in the price.

To schedule your private showing of this home, please contact Christine Donovan at 714-319-9751

Lovely Orange Pool Home


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$389,000
Single Family Home
Main Features
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Unit
Interior: 1,696 sqft
Lot: 8,250 sqft
Location
625 Del Mar
Orange, CA 92865
USA

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Christine Donovan

Christine Donovan

DRE 01267479
(714) 319-9751
christine@donovanblatt.com
http://www.donovanblatt.com



Listed by: Christine Donovan

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

Turnkey Quail Hill Irvine CA Home is Looking for You

Turnkey Quail Hill Irvine CA Home is Looking for You

This home is perfect for the buyer who just wants to bring furniture and moving.

In addition to the wonderful indoor space, it has a lovely patio area perfect for enjoying the great weather.

Please contact Christine Donovan at 714-319-9751 to schedule your private showing.


Lovely Quail Hill Home with Open Floor Plan


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$455,000
Condominium
Main Features
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Unit
Interior: 1,468 sqft
Location
398 Quail Ridge
Irvine, CA 92603
USA

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Christine Donovan

Christine Donovan

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(714) 319-9751
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http://www.donovanblatt.com



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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

Costa Mesa Real Estate News - Westside Costa Mesa Homes 1-7-12

Costa Mesa Real Estate News - Westside Costa Mesa Homes

 

 

Southwest Costa Mesa, better known as the Westside or Westside Costa Mesa, is a wonderful area of Costa Mesa which borders both Newport Beach and Huntington Beach. It is typically quantified as being West of Newport Boulevard.

It encompasses Fairview Park and the Talbert Nature Reserve.

 

It has a wide mix of homes ranging from single family homes, to condos and apartment buildings. The homes overlooking the bluffs have beautiful views of the ocean and wildlife in the Santa Ana River.

 

The current real estate market report for Westside Costa Mesa is below:

Westside Costa Mesa Homes

 

Westside Costa Mesa Homes Absorption 

The number of Westside Costa Mesa homes for sale has fallen dramatically in the last couple of months while the number of sales are up slightly, making for a stronger sellers' market.

 

Please see homes currently for sale in Westside Costa Mesa below:

 

 

 
Please see market reports for other areas of Costa Mesa and nearby cities below:

Central Costa Mesa Homes

Costa Mesa Homes

Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report 

Westside Costa Mesa Homes 

Eastside Costa Mesa Homes

South Coast Metro Costa Mesa Homes 

Huntington Beach Real Estate News

Newport Beach Homes

Fountain Valley Real Estate News

Balboa Peninsula Real Estate Report

Newport Heights Real Estate News

Lido Isle Real Estate News

Balboa Island Real Estate News

Versailles Real Estate News

Newport Shores Real Estate News

Newport Terrace Homes

Corona Del Mar Homes

Villa Balboa Real Estate News

Dover Shores Real Estate News

Newport Crest Real Estate News

Glen Mar Real Estate News

 

 

If you would like to buy or sell a home in Westside Costa Mesa, please contact Christine Donovan at 714-319-9751.

Please click homes for sale in Westside Costa Mesa to see homes currently for sale or see above.

 

Copyright © 2011 by Christine Donovan, All Rights Reserved. Costa Mesa Real Estate News- Westside Costa Mesa Market Report.

Originally Posted at: Westside Costa Mesa Homes

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.

How Can We Help Our Clients with their Costa Mesa Home if They Do Not Trust Us?

How Can We Help Our Clients with their Costa Mesa Home if They Do Not Trust Us?

 

As a real estate broker, I assist people with the purchase and sale of what is usually there largest asset, their home.

Because of this, I feel that it is incumbent upon me to use my knowledge and my expertise to do the best job possible for them.  In order to do this to the best of my ability, I need my clients to trust me.  I need them to trust me with their true motives for buying and selling (not what they think I want to hear). 

I need them to trust me enough to listen to my advice.  Perhaps the most important thing I can do to help my clients is to help build the trust and confidence that allows them to truly hear and believe what I tell them.  When I tell them that their property won't sell at a particular price or that a home they truly want should not be underbid, it is imperative that they have the faith in me to listen.

Building trust is harder with some people and easier with others.  I try to do this by first listening to what my clients tell me, and then making sure I understand what they said.

I work hard to deliver everything that I say I will, and when there's a problem, I don't hide it from my clients.  I come to them, tell them what the problem is and offer a suggestion.

Has it worked?  I think so.  Take a listen below, and let me know what you think.

 

 

This post is a submission to the ActiveRain / Adobe EchoSign Trust Contest. I could possibly win a prize. You can find out about the contest by clicking here

 

 

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About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate.

Are you upside down in your home? Is it worth less than you owe? Are you concerned about making your mortgage payment? For more information see Options to Foreclosures, understanding short sales or contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com to discuss your options.

If you want to buy a home or to list your property for sale, please click Newport Beach homes, Costa Mesa homes, Huntington Beach homes or Orange County homes.  Click the link if you are interested in buying a home at a courthouse auction sale.

Contact me at christine@donovanblatt.com or 714-319-9751 to learn about her system which will make your buying and selling experience easier.

Disclaimer: All information in this blog is deemed reliable but is subject to change at any time and is not guaranteed to be accurate nor are there any warantees either express or implied. This blog is not intended to offer any legal, tax or other advice.

Federal Government Disclaimer (MARS) 

  1. You may stop doing business with us at any time. You may accept or reject the offer of mortgage assistance we obtain from your lender [or servicer]. If you reject or accept the offer, you do not have to pay us.  
  2. Christine Donovan, DonovanBlatt and Donovan Group are not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender; and 
  3. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan.

Click Orange County homes for sale to view all OC homes for sale.