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.

Need an Orange County Verizon Store? Visit Matt Chiarella in Costa Mesa for Amazing Service!

Need an Orange County Verizon Store? Visit Matt Chiarella in Costa Mesa for Amazing Service!

 

Yesterday I went to the Verizon Store at 2300 Harbor Boulevard in Costa Mesa, CA.  I had some hopes that someone would be able to help me with an issue resulting from an insurance claim on a netbook.

 

I had dealt with the insurance company twice who had replaced my netbook with what I did not consider to be a comparable replacement.  The new netbooks appeared to run about 1/3 as fast as my old one and was a different manufacturer.  It didn't matter if I wanted to use the internet or Word; everything was excruciatingly slow.

Verizon Store Costa Mesa

When I complained about the first one, they sent me another of the same brand and model that had the  problem.

In frustration, I visited the Verizon store in Costa Mesa.  Matt was a great balm to the frustration that I had been experiencing.  Although he was uncertain if he could get a better result than I had, he was happy to try.  He contacted the corporate side of the insurance company and had a solution for me in just a few minutes, compared to the hour and 20 minutes I had spent with unsatisfactory results.

 

In addition to being so helpful and willing to try to resolve my problem, he also patiently answered my numerous questions about iPhone versus Droid and iPad versus Droid tablets and blue tooth headsets.  Yes, I went in to the Verizon store with several different agendas.

So, if you're thinking about getting the new Verizon iPhone or you want to upgrade to a Droid or just need some help from your Verizon store, be sure to give Matt Chiarella a call at 949-515-4202 or 949-315-9247.  It will be well worth the small effort, and I expect he will give you as great a service as he did me.

 

Originally posted at Costa Mesa Verizon Store.

 

 

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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.

Baker Party Rentals - Costa Mesa - Helps Set the Stage for a Perfect Party

Baker Party Rentals - Costa Mesa - Helps Set the Stage for a Perfect Party

 

Last weekend, I had a party with a Mardi Gras theme.  I planned to have it outside on a large balcony, reminiscent of a balcony overlooking the French Quarter.

The only problem, was the balcony wasn't very inspiring by itself.  I knew I needed tables, chairs, etc., but I wasn't entire sure what they etc. might be.

Before Baker Party Rentals - Costa Mesa

 

Fortunately for me, I met Beth of Baker Party Rentals in Costa Mesa.  When I called to discuss this with her the first time on the phone, I told her that I already had masks, beads and other goodies from New Orleans for the party.  She recommended that I bring these to Baker Party Rentals, and we would decide on what I needed and what linens and such would be good for my party, particularly since they had a Mardi Gras table set out in their store.

When I walked in, I was surprised at all of the ideas that were there just waiting to be borrowed.  They has so many themes and lovely items from which to choose.

 With Beth's guidance, I was able to choose everything I needed to really dress up my balcony and have a great Mardi Gras party.

You'll see in the pictures in the post what a difference Baker Party Rentals made in the ambience for my party.

Baker Party Rental Costa Mesa

 

 

If you have an event coming up and aren't sure what you need or how to proceed, give Beth a call at 714-545-4667 or stop by at 1151 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA.

 

Baker Party Rental Costa Mesa

 

Baker Party Rental Costa Mesa     Baker Party Rental Costa Mesa

 

 

In addition to all of the great items they have at Baker Party Rentals, they're a great resource for other things you might need for your party, like catering.  Beth referred me to Greg Bell of At Your Service Catering, and the food was phenomenal.  So, be sure you give her a call when you're planning your next event.

 

 

 

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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.

At Your Service Catering - Really Spiced up My Party!

 

At Your Service Catering - Really Spiced up My Party!

 

This last weekend, I had a Mardi Gras themed party, and as part of it, I wanted Cajun food.

I have family in Louisiana and am perfectly capable of making the food.  However, it didn't sound like much fun to make food for 30+ people instead of visiting with friends and family in from out of town.

 

Mardi Gras Party Newport Beach At Your Service Catering

Fortunately me for me, I was introduced to Greg Bell of At Your Service Catering in Fountain Valley by Beth at Baker Party Rentals.

She assured me that he is fantastic and that she had used him for some of her own events.  With her hearty recommendation, I contacted Greg to discuss what he might be able to do for me.

With just a few days to go before the party, At Your Service Catering  was able to come up with just the menu I wanted.  Even better, it would be delivered to the party, set up for me, and I wouldn't have to do a thing but enjoy.  Greg discussed different options with me, including the ingredients of each dish, so it would be exactly as I wanted.  He even recommended the right equipment from Baker Party Rentals so that I would have the right set up to serve the food.

 

Mardi Gras Party - Orange County - At Your Service Catering

Greg arrived right on time, with gumbo, red beans and rice and corn bread muffins with cinnamon butter.  It all smelled wonderful.  He got everything set up for us and even lit the Sterno.  We didn't have to do anything but enjoy our feast.

When, we started dishing up the food, everybody truly enjoyed it, and the muffins disappeared by the handful and were gone in no time.

As I mentioned above, I have family in Cajun country, I also had a Cajun chef who lived with us when I was a child, so I'm somewhat particular about this kind of food.  And, At Your Service Catering really came through.  The food was great and exactly what I had hoped to have for my party.

If you are looking to make your next event successful and easy, do yourself a favor and call Greg Bell of At Your Service Catering at 714-803-3453 and let him do the work so you can enjoy your party.

 

 

 

 

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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.