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.

Newport Beach Dory Fleet at Sunset - Wordless Wednesdays

Newport Beach Dory Fleet at Sunset - Wordless Wednesdays

 

Newport Beach Dory Fleet

 

 

The Newport Beach Dorymen have been in Newport Beach since 1891 and continue to operate today bringing in the fresh catches of fish daily at the foot of the Newport Pier.

 

 

For more information about the Dory Fleet, please see Newport Beach Dorymen.

 

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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.

7 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • September 21 2011 11:21PM

What Happens When the OC Fair is Over? - Wordless Wednesdays

What Happens When the OC Fair is Over? - Wordless Wednesdays

 

 

 OC Fair

 

So, I'm running a little late, but I didn't get home until 11 last night, and I really wanted to share this photo.

 

I was driving home 2 nights ago, enjoying the beautiful sunset and thinking maybe I'll stop when I get off the freeway and grab a picture.  Then, I drove by the Orange County Fair and saw the partially disassembled ferris wheel and knew I had to have a picture.  Unfortunately, I was passing the Fair exit as I saw it.  I got off at the next light frantically considering the fastest way back and concerned I was losing the light as I watched pink change to orange.

Finally, back at the fairgrounds, I raced out of my car, chasing across the lot while carnies watched me curiously.  I grabbed a few photos, grateful for the light that was still there. 

 

When I returned to my car, the woman in the car next to me said, "So, did you get it?"  It turned out she had seen the same thing and felt the same way that I did, that it was something that she had to have on "film". So what do you think?  Was the running around worth it?

 

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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.

13 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • August 19 2011 02:25AM

I'm Coming Dad as Fast as I Can - Wordless Wednesdays

I'm Coming Dad as Fast as I Can - Wordless Wednesdays

 

 

Newport Beach English Cocker Spaniel

 

It's amazing what breeding and instinct can do for a dog.  Our pup loves to fetch and fetch and fetch.  Throw it in the water, it's all great fun.  He will go and go until your arm is ready to fall off and then ask for more.

 

 

 

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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.

17 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • August 04 2011 01:59AM

January in Newport Beach - Wordless Wednesdays

January in Newport Beach - Wordless Wednesdays

 

 

 

Newport Beach Pier

 

Reasons to live in Newport Beach?  It was around 80 degrees today.  Women were laying on the beach in bikinis, surfers were out without their wetsuits.  The blue sky was dotted by puffy white clouds.  In other words, it was a perfect January day in Newport Beach.

If you're considering relocating from the East Coast or any where else to take advantage of our weather, please give me a call 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.

11 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • January 26 2011 11:58PM

Palm Trees in the Snow? - Wordless Wednesdays

Palm Trees in the Snow? - Wordless Wednesdays

 

 

Southern California Palm Tree in the Snow

 

Well, maybe not exactly, but one of the nice amenities about Southern California is that you can surf in the morning and snowboard in the afternoon.

Our beaches and our mountains are quite close together, and it doesn't matter what outdoor activity your prefer, we are likely to have it here.

 

Looking to enjoy this opportunity, please give me a call at 714.319.9751 to discuss buying a home where you can enjoy the sand and the snow.

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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.

17 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • January 19 2011 11:23PM

A Big Yawn and a Small Smile - Wordless Wednesdays

A Big Yawn and a Small Smile - Wordless Wednesdays

 

Wordless Wednesdays

 

I seem to be on a boy and his dog kick.  These two were having fun laying around and just enjoying each other's company, and then as I watched them, I caught the look on both of their faces.

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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.

17 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • January 05 2011 11:47PM

The Mystery Machine Visits Costa Mesa - Wordless Wednesdays

The Mystery Machine Visits Costa Mesa - Wordless Wednesdays

 

 

The Mystery Machine Visits Costa Mesa

 

 

Driving down the street the other day in Costa Mesa, I spotted Shaggy and Scooby's Mystery Machine in a local driveway.  I just had to stop and grab a quick picture for posterity.  It brought back a lot of memories from childhood as well as a certain, unforgettable song that's been playing in my head every since.

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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.

19 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • September 22 2010 11:06PM

You Want Me to Kiss What - Wordless Wednesdays

You Want Me to Kiss What - Wordless Wednesdays

 

 

Orange County Fair

I love that the llama looks slightly baffled by the whole situation and is eyeing the camera as though asking,  "What am I supposed to do now and who on Earth is she?"

Proof that you never know what can happen in the petting zoo.

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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.

20 comments • Christine Donovan Costa Mesa CA Homes Broker/Attorney 800-610-7253 DRE01267479 • September 09 2010 01:19AM