Costa Mesa Real Estate News - Westside Costa Mesa Market Report       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:     Based upon general definitions, it appears that Westside Costa Mesa should be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears to be a Buyers' market. Give... 10/23/2010

  Costa Mesa Real Estate - Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate News 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:           Ba... 10/23/2010

Smooth Sailing in Costa Mesa California Real Estate As a buyer, you want your offer to be accepted and your contract to close on schedule.  However, in today's climate, you should expect some negotiation, and submit your offer with the following advice in mind. The financing contingency in your offer will state your loan total and anticipated interest rate and approval date.  Strongly consider locking in that rate with the lender, as rates are still very low, and you'll avoid any future fluctuations in the market. Reserve funds now for your settlement costs at closing.  Anticipate anywhere from 2% to 6% of the amount you're financing, plus your down payment (less any earnest money you offered as a deposit), which will be presented in the form of an official (cashier's) check. If your d... 10/22/2010

Sellling A Home In Costa Mesa California Is Not Scarier Than Halloween! Our October 2010 Flyer To Costa Mesa Residents If you are thinking of Sellling A Home In Costa Mesa California It  Is Not Scarier Than Halloween! Larry Weichman is President and Broker of Costa Mesa-based real estate powerhouse Weichman Realtors,"the most trusted name in Costa Mesa Real Estate". Larry and his highly-trained team of professionals have proudly served Costa Mesa since 1976. For questions about an upcoming sale or purchase, call him directly at 714-241-4532 or email your questions to Larry@TeamWeichman.com. Be sure to visit Larry Weichman in Costa Mesa CA for the latest news and information on the Costa Mesa real estate market.  Lic #00573423  10/18/2010

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 living at a fra... 10/17/2010

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: Based upon general definitions, it appears that Central Costa Mesa is returning to a balanced market with approximately 6 months worth of inventory. Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa and nearby cities: Central Costa Mesa Homes Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Homes Eastside Costa Mesa Homes Costa Mesa Homes South Coast Metro Costa Mesa Homes Huntington Beach Real Estate News Newport Beach Real Estate News Fountain Valley Real Estate News Balboa Peninsula Real Estate Report N... 10/17/2010

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 homesshould be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears ... 10/17/2010

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS We all know the mantra of real estate: location, location, location.  The neighborhood is usually the most critical factor in determining a home's value.  When you begin your home search, you should create a list of criteria for the neighborhood in which you want to live, work, and play. Ask yourself questions like how long is the commute to your workplace?  Is an urban setting or a rural area more suited to your lifestyle?  What is the crime profile for the neighborhoods that interest you?  How convenient is it to get to shopping centers, churches, schools?  Speaking of schools, how is the area's school district rated?  Even if you don't have or plan to have children, the quality of the school district is another significant factor that determines the home's futu... 10/16/2010

No one's going to buy a home without taking a thorough tour, and Open Houses are an easy and convenient way to make the initial rounds.  If you're going to visit one open house, you may as well plan to visit several in the area to get an overall impression and basis for comparison.  While you're "on the circuit," observe a few points of etiquette.  First and foremost, be sure to ask permission before taking the lens cap off your camera or video recorder.  If the owners are still occupying the home, they may consider it an invasion of their privacy. Even if the owners are not present during the open house, don't voice any criticisms within earshot of anyone around.  Save that discussion for later with your agent, because you never know who might overhear you, like a neighbor or a friend... 10/12/2010

Costa Mesa Real Estate News - Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Homes Market Report The Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa was largely built around the Mesa Verde Country Club, a private club and golf course Costa Mesa Country Club, which is a public course, is also located within Mesa Verde's boundaries. Most Mesa Verde Costa Mesa homes were built in the 1960's and 1970's, with several of the homes actually built right along the golf course. Mesa Verde is bordered by Fairview Regional Park and the Costa Mesa Golf Course on the south, Harbor Boulevard on the east, the Santa Ana River to the west, and the 405 (San Diego Freeway) on the north. The Estancia Adobe, built in the late 1800's is also located within Mesa Verde in Estancia Park, and provides insight into the history of this wonderful are... 10/10/2010

Costa Mesa Real Estate News - Westside Costa Mesa Market Report 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: Based upon general definitions, it appears that Westside Costa Mesa should be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears to be a Buyers' market. Given all that is going on... 10/10/2010

Costa Mesa Real Estate - Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate News 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: Based upon general d... 10/10/2010

Consumer and Industry Warning: False and Misleading Designations and Claims of Special Expertise, Certifications and/or Credentials By Wayne S. Bell Chief Counsel -- California Department of Real Estate I. Introduction In the Fall 2010 edition of the Real Estate Bulletin, Real Estate Commissioner Jeff Davi, in his message to readers (see "What's on your Card?"), raised important legal and ethical issues and provided some guidance regarding the use of specialty designations by licensees of the California Department of Real Estate (DRE). The DRE has issued prior warnings and alerts to consumers and licensees alike about the flood of fraud in connection with pre-foreclosure and foreclosure-related rescue, forbearance and forgiveness services on behalf of financially distressed homeowners,... 10/09/2010

  Soon is the answer!  Don't put the a/c away for this weekend! WEDNESDAY High: 64°FLow: 54°F MOSTLY CLOUDY. NUMEROUS SHOWERS AND CHANCE OF THUNDERSTORMS IN THE MORNING...THEN CHANCE OF SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS IN THE AFTERNOON. HIGHS 61 TO 66. WINDS SOUTH 15 MPH. GUSTS TO 25 MPH IN THE AFTERNOON. CHANCE OF MEASURABLE PRECIPITATION 70 PERCENT. OVERNIGHT: PARTLY CLOUDY IN THE EVENING...BECOMING MOSTLY CLOUDY. CHANCE OF SHOWERS. LOWS 51 TO 56. LIGHT WINDS. CHANCE OF MEASURABLE PRECIPITATION 30 PERCENT. THURSDAY High: 68°FLow: 54°F CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF SHOWERS IN THE MORNING...THEN PARTLY CLOUDY IN THE AFTERNOON. HIGHS 65 TO 70. LIGHT WINDS. CHANCE OF MEASURABLE PRECIPITATION 30 PERCENT. OVERNIGHT: PARTLY CLOUDY. PATCHY FOG OVERNIGHT. LOWS 51 TO 57. LIGHT WINDS. FRIDAY High: 77°FLow: 5... 10/06/2010

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: Based upon general definitions, it appears that Central Costa Mesa is returning to a balanced market with approximately 6 months worth of inventory. Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa and nearby cities: Central Costa Mesa Homes Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Homes Eastside Costa Mesa Homes Costa Mesa Homes South Coast Metro Costa Mesa Homes Huntington Beach Real Estate News Newport Beach Real Estate News Fountain Valley Real Estate News Balboa Peninsula Real Estate Report N... 10/03/2010

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 homesshould be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears ... 10/03/2010

Costa Mesa Real Estate News - Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Homes Market Report The Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa was largely built around the Mesa Verde Country Club, a private club and golf course Costa Mesa Country Club, which is a public course, is also located within Mesa Verde's boundaries. Most Mesa Verde Costa Mesa homes were built in the 1960's and 1970's, with several of the homes actually built right along the golf course. Mesa Verde is bordered by Fairview Regional Park and the Costa Mesa Golf Course on the south, Harbor Boulevard on the east, the Santa Ana River to the west, and the 405 (San Diego Freeway) on the north. The Estancia Adobe, built in the late 1800's is also located within Mesa Verde in Estancia Park, and provides insight into the history of this wonderful are... 10/03/2010

Costa Mesa Real Estate News - Westside Costa Mesa Market Report 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: Based upon general definitions, it appears that Westside Costa Mesa should be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears to be a Buyers' market. Given all that is going on... 10/03/2010

Costa Mesa Real Estate - Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate News 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: Based upon general d... 10/03/2010

Team Weichman knows that one of the most important marketing tool that always makes an impression you should consider is a "staged" home, particularly if you'll be moved out of your home while it's listed for sale.  Naturally your Team Weichman may already have connections to staging professionals, but if you're going to conduct your own interviews, here are some points to cover. First, it's an absolute must to meet in person and to see their portfolio.  Many stagers often have specialties, so you'll want to know what experience they have preparing your type of home, and working with listings that are in your selling price range.  You want to be sure that the furnishings and decor that they provide are appropriate for your setting. Next, focus on the stager's training and background.  ... 10/03/2010