The Annual Howl-idays Fund Raiser will be held on Saturday November 5, 2011 at the Costa Mesa Bark Park 890 Arlingtion Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM . Back for another year by popular demand, the BARK PARK PHOTO STUDIO will be taking pictures of you and your dog on our special holiday set. For $15.00 we will take 5 photos and put them on a CD. We will also have our Boutique open for purchasing tee shirts, sweaters, and all kinds of doggie wear. All proceeds go to the Bark Park Operating Fund. (Sorry, we can’t take credit cards so bring your checkbook!) Weichman Realtors is proud to support this organization and many other fine Costa Mesa based groups! Larry Weichman is President and Broker of Costa Mesa-based real estate powerhouse Weichman Realtors,”the most trusted name ... 11/03/2011

  Essay Winnter left to right: Arielle Esparza, Victoria Madrid, Kinani Asuega, and Jocelyn Vidal OCC Poster Artists left to right: Laura Niguyen, Hassan Ibrahem, Yessenia Juarez, and Richard Machesne   COSTA MESA LIBRARY FOUNDATION 2011 ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCED     Winners of the 2011 Essay Contest sponsored by the Costa Mesa Library Foundation were announced at an awards dinner October 20th at the Captain's Table at Orange Coast College.  With the theme "My Favorite Book", first place in the 5-6th grade category went to Arielle Esparza from Victoria School. She won $100 for her essay on "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland". Runner up Victoria Madrid of Paularino School won $50 for her essay on "Romeo and Juliet".   In the 7-8th grade category, the winner was Kinani Asuega of Cos... 11/02/2011

A Prince and a Ninja Went for a Walk in a Pumpkin Patch       Last week, the Orange County Model Engineers had their Pumpkin Patch Run.  The train rides were free, and the kids were able to pick their own pumpkin from the Pumpkin Patch for $3.  It was a great deal and a lot of fun all around. This year, we had a prince and a ninja taking a walk in the pumpkin patch. 10/30/2011

Costa Mesa Real Estate News - Costa Mesa Market Report     Originally no more than a way station built by Spanish missionaries, Costa Mesa's first real estate development occurred in the 1880s. This failed to prosper, but Costa Mesa has thrived.       Long time residents may remember when the area was called Fairview and Paularino, but today, the city is a focal point in Orange County with the Orange County Performing Arts Center, South Coast Repertory Theatre and South Coast Plaza as major drawing points. It is hard to believe that Costa Mesa was once nicknamed "Goat Hill" because of its rural flavor.       The modern day Costa Mesa real estate market began as beach bungalows just minutes from the ocean. Even then, Costa Mesa, bordering Newport Beach, captured the best of Newport Beach... 10/30/2011

What Should a Buyer Look for in a Costa Mesa Realtor? So you're considering buying a Costa Mesa home, and you're not sure what you should be looking for in a Costa Mesa Realtor to help you buy your new home.   There are several important factors to consider when choosing your Costa Mesa Realtor. Experience Does your Costa Mesa Realtor have experiencing helping clients buy homes? Are they a listing or a buyers' agent? If they don't have experience, do they have a mentor to help them through the process? Knowledge While experience is critical, your Costa Mesa Realtor should also have knowledge. Has your Costa Mesa Realtor kept up with the current market? Does he understand short sales? Can he effectively interview the listing agent to learn whether or not the short sale is likely to be su... 10/30/2011

What Should a Seller Look for in a Costa Mesa Realtor? So you're considering selling your Costa Mesa home, and you're not sure what you should be looking for in a Costa Mesa Realtor to help you sell your home as quickly as possible for the most money.     There are several important factors to consider when choosing your Costa Mesa Realtor. Experience Does your Costa Mesa Realtor have experiencing selling homes? Are they a listing or a buyers' agent? If they don't have experience, do they have a mentor to help them through the process? Knowledge While experience is critical, your Costa Mesa Realtor should also have knowledge. Has your Costa Mesa Realtor kept up with the current market? If your home is upside down and you need to short sale it, have they taken the time to learn how to ef... 10/30/2011

Victoria Elementary Fall Festival   Victoria Elementary will be having its Fall Festival on Friday 10-28-11 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm.  This is a great opportunity for the kids to come out and play games, run through the obstacle course, do the cake walk and have some great food while helping to support their school. Victoria Elementary is located at 1025 Victoria St., Costa Mesa, CA 10/28/2011

  Short sale listings at Costa Mesa CA real estate show that the local market is dominated by these distressed properties. 217 Costa Mesa CA homes and properties are now active listed for sale - with average list price of $535k.  71 of those Costa Mesa listings are short sales (33 percent of market) - with average list price of $422,506.          Mesa Verde detached single level home listed at Costa Mesa - $779,000 - 4 bedrooms and 3 baths - MLS# S674476 - IDX link               129 Costa Mesa short sales have sold with closed escrows so far this year - with average sold price of $497k.                East Costa Mesa home listed - $749,000 - 3 bedrooms and 3 baths - MLS# S676807 - IDX link       CONTACT US HERE about stopping foreclosure and listing and sale of your Costa Mesa and Oran... 10/26/2011

Short Sales in Mesa Del Mar Do you currently own one of the short sales in Mesa Del Mar? Composed of eight-hundred homes developed in the 1960's, Mesa Del Mar sits behind the Orange County Fair Grounds and is near the beach.  A very quiet community, Mesa Del Mar is somewhere that I am very familiar with and one can occasionally spot me at either the Mesa North Starbucks or every two weeks at the 5 Car Wash. My familiarity and understanding of the area will make working with Short Sales in Mesa Del Mar that much easier.  Before I get started with the Short Sales in Mesa Del Mar process, I want to cover a couple thing.  Do you feel that you're stuck with your only option being Short Sales?  You may have other options.  For example, you can always take a stab at getting a loan modification... 10/25/2011

Costa Mesa Real Estate - Eastside Costa Mesa Homes   Eastside Costa Mesa is a charming area of Costa Mesa which borders Newport Beach, and, as a result, tends to have higher property values than some other areas of the city. It is bounded by Irvine Boulevard on the east, Newport Boulevard on the west, 15th Street on the south and Mesa Drive on the north.   Most of the original lots in Eastside Costa Mesa are around 10,000 square feet, a large size lot in Orange County, which allows for space to expand smaller, older homes if desired.   Eastside Costa Mesa is known for wide streets and lovely, mature trees, homes with picket fences and an eclectic mix of different types of homes.   The current real estate market report for Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate is below:     Sales inventory has... 10/23/2011

Goat Hill Junction Model Trains and Pumpkin Patch Run - 10/23/11     Today between 10am and 2pm, the Orange County Model Engineers will be having its 2nd Annual Pumpkin Patch Run. There will be unlimited train rides and a donation of $3 per pumpkin.  Hot dogs and hamburgers will also be for sale while supplies last. Goat Hill Junction is located at 2500 Placentia Avenue and is across the street from Estancia High School and Fairview Park.   Originally published at Goathill Junction Pumpkin Patch Run. 10/23/2011

I love me a farmers market!  And the Orange County Fairgrounds Farmer's Market Costa Mesa is no exception; local growers selling their fresh picked wares.  I mean, what is not to like? Not only are there farmers selling their produce, but there are vendors selling fresh juice's made from their fruits and veggies along with local artisans and bakers.  And what sets these folks apart from others (ie grocery stores ) is the passion that they have for their products.  Take for instance Roman, the local grower who prides himself on his heirloom tomatoes. Do not even get this guy started talking about hydroponics.  And I mean it.  Unless of course you are passionate about growing plants sans soil, then by all means seek this man out and pick his brain.  The point I am making is that at Orange... 10/20/2011

There is a newer community that has popped up in an older community of Costa Mesa and it is called The Grove at Mesa del Mar.  What is unique about these homes is the land they are built on.  This piece of land was a sanctuary for local Mesa del Mar residents.  It use to be a small convenient store and a gas station and now as one would imagine over time is new homes.  How do the residents of Mesa del Mar feel about this?  Some are happy to see new construction around them and some are not happy because now they have to drive to the store rather than walk like they once did.     What is unique about The Grove at Mesa del Mar?   They one of the few new construction homes in west side costa mesa Brand spanking new in a well established community Mesa del Mar Not eye sores of the neighborh... 10/19/2011

Costa Mesa Halloween Event - Orange County Market Place Trick or Treat Festival - 10-30-11     The 14th Annual Trick or Treat/Halloween Hearse Show and Procession will occur on Sunday 10/30/11. Kids will enjoy free trick or treating from 10am to 2pm. There is also giant pumpkin carving. The "Freak Show Deluxe" shows at 11am, 1pm and 2:30pm. The Hearse Procession begins at 10am. The entry fee is $2 for adults.  Children 12 and under are free. The OC Marketplace is also known as the OC Swapmeet and is located at the Orange County Fairgrounds. For more information and a free ticket see Orange County Market Place Trick or Treat Festival. 10/16/2011

Scammers Use Vacant Homes as Bait! Beware In Orange County California Las Vegas police and real estate agents are warning renters of a new scam in the area, which has also been stretching nationwide. Scammers are posting housing ads online, such as on Craig’s List, that promote a vacant home available for rent. The unsuspecting renter pays a security deposit and sends monthly rent checks to who they believe is their landlord.  But the landlord doesn’t really own the property and is pocketing the money, police and agents warn. Scammers are targeting vacant homes and foreclosed properties in the rental scam, they say.  Brenda Crosbie-Jaeger, a real estate agent in Las Vegas, says the scammers are posing as real estate professionals and putting together fake lease agreements and forging t... 10/15/2011

Costa Mesa Real Estate News - South Coast Metro Costa Mesa Market Report   South Coast Metro is an area that encompasses both Costa Mesa and Santa Ana. However, the South Coast Metro area in Costa Mesa usually refers to the area east of Bear Street and north of the 405 (San Diego Freeway). It is at the junction of Orange County's 55 and 405 freeways. It is the area of Costa Mesa closest to South Coast Plaza. In this unique neighborhood, premier office space and world class shopping vie with first class dining and performing arts venues to form a cosmopolitan blend of culture and business.    The Real Estate Market Report for South Coast Metro is below:         Based upon general definitions, it appears that the South Coast Metro Costa Mesa homes appear to have moved into a sellers’ mark... 10/09/2011

Costa Mesa Real Estate News - Central Costa Mesa Homes Report   Central Costa Mesa is an area of the city, triangular in shape, which is bordered by Harbor Boulevard, Baker Street and Newport Boulevard/ the 55 Freeway. The Market Report for Central Costa Mesa Homes is below:       Central Costa Mesa is experiening a sellers' market with just a little more than 3 months of inventory on the market. See below for HOMES CURRENTLY FOR SALE IN COSTA MESA. Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa and nearby cities:   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... 10/09/2011

  Get The Goods On Your Real Estate Agent Before You Hire Them! Costa Mesa CA Real Estate. Costa Mesa, CA  October 6, 2011 I think what Redfin was trying to do was right on!  They tried to show what the sales are for agents that are trying to win your business.  It still can be done, just drop me a note and I will run the for you if you are looking for an agent in Orange County California that is a member of our association. Below is the note note Redfin posted on their web site the other day: Redfin just took down Scouting Report 1.0 for good. Our latest problem was that the data we used for Scouting Report had problems at the source that weren’t easy for us to fix, mostly because agents work informally in teams, or sometimes don’t formally record when an out-of-town agent represented ... 10/06/2011

Beautiful Remodeled 2 Story Pool Home in Costa Mesa, CA! Save $50,000 see before the public in Costa Mesa Real Estate!Location: HalecrestThis professionally remodeled 3 bedroom home sits on a large lot with upgraded bathrooms, hardwood flooring and cozy brick fireplace! A generous sized kitchen boosts Granite countertops and top of the line stainless steel appliances! The well thought out floorplan makes this an entertainer's dream, not to mention the resort style backyard featuring a sparkling swimming pool and spa! Be the first to see this magnificent jewel!InformationContact InformationLarry WeichmanLarry@TeamWeichman.com(714) 241-4532Web Site: http://www.TeamWeichman.comContact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other FlyersPricingPrice: $450,000.00Flexibility: NegotiableAdditional P... 10/02/2011

Upscale Costa Mesa Haven! 3 car garage, 5 bedrooms! Location: Mesa Verde Collection InformationContact InformationLarry WeichmanLarry@TeamWeichman.com(714) 241-4532Web Site: http://www.TeamWeichman.comContact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other FlyersPricingPrice: $929,000.00Flexibility: NegotiableAdditional Pricing Information: For additional pricing and information please dial 800-283-1765 and enter extension 2135!Property Location2704 HibiscusCosta Mesa, CA 92626View MapLinksView all available foreclosures instantly. See community information. Search Recent Home Sales Search all available listings.FeaturesBedrooms: 5Bathrooms: 3Year Built: 2001Subdivision: Mesa Verde CollectionLot Size: 6942Garage Size: 3 CarSchool District: Newport MesaSquare Footage: 2972Agent Name: Larry Weich... 10/01/2011