Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce 30111 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite A || Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 || (949) 363-0136 || Fax: (949) 363-9026 || lncc@lnchamber.com   Thinking of joining the Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce? Call today for questions or information for the Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce. Meetings are at the new City Hall of Laguna Niguel on Crown Valley Parkway Network Meetings are on Tuesdays at 11:30 and have a fee for Members $8- and Potential Members $13-   For more information email LNCC@LNChamber.com =============================================================== LAUREN SELINSKY IS A LAGUNA NIGUEL REALTOR(R) AND GIVES YOU MARKET REPORTS FOR LAGUNA NIGUEL AND LAGUNA NIGUEL REAL ESTATE FORECLOSURE LIST OR LAGUNA NIGUEL BANK OWNED PROPERTIES AS WELL. CALL NOW! 949-310... 03/05/2012

Did you know that a reverse mortgage can be used to purchase a home? The answer is yes you can and it's simple.  Example based on 65 year old borrower: Purchase Price: $500,000 Reverse Mortgage: $304,500 Down Payment: $195,500 (Cash to Close) Best of all no FICO's, No Income to qualify and know payments as long as you live in the property and maintain the taxes & insurance. Call or email me to learn more, Estimates in minutes: Toll Free: (800) 792-1904 Ex 801 or Direct: (949) 278-7200 Email: Robert.Ross@Omni-Fund.com  Website: www.SocalReverseIt.com   03/05/2012

    Spring is almost here so why not start your spring cleaning early - Start by PRE-cleaning!-          REDUCE the amount you have to clean by going through the closets, drawers, and shelves where clutter lives.  Chances are there are a few shirts with the tags still on or books you read years ago and haven't picked up since... Donate them! -          REUSE what you find in the spring cleaning process!  Your stock pile of old shopping bags can help you reorganize your closet, and you can cut down on waste by cleaning with those old towels rather than paper towels.   -          RECYCLE stacks of magazines and old electronics. Make a green cleaning kit.             Homemade, non-toxic cleaners will save cash, the environment, and your health!  Follow these easy recipes to start cleaning... 03/03/2012

  We are halfway through the first quarter of 2012. The big question in everyone's mind is whether the economy continues to grow from here, or does it slow down like it did during the spring and summer of 2011? Remember, only a few months ago we were talking about the danger of a double dip recession. A stronger finish to the year ended that talk, but still many analysts have been predicting some sort of slowdown in 2012. What could prevent such a slowdown and keep the economy on pace to strengthen through 2012? We have already introduced the "big three" factors we will be watching. Not necessarily in order or priority, these factors are employment, housing and Europe. The numbers regarding employment are encouraging. First time unemployment claims last week hit the lowest level in near... 03/02/2012

Great way to reuse and recycle your plastic soda bottles.  This would be great for school, home, apartment or office. Could easily be done for a small or large space area. Save our Earth… Think Green! Reuse, Reduce and Recycle.     Spring is almost here! Time for planting and gardening.  Have a Great and Productive Week! 02/28/2012

Looks like you can by more home for your money in Laguna Niguel in the past week in terms of supply and demand, the market is getting cooler - more supply is coming on the market relative to the sales demand. However, in recent weeks prices have been moving higher. Since it is technically a Buyer's market, this price trend may be a result of improved quality (newer, larger) of the homes being listed. Look at the descriptive statistics where you may notice the homes being listed are larger and newer than they have been in the past. Download this report Read more on Laguna Niguel's market report. Thanks for reading this. Articles on short sales. Phone: (949) 244-0444. arna@ehome.com. Experience, Excellence and Service View my homes for sale. Arna Freedman specializes in loan modification ... 02/27/2012

Happy Saturday Active Rain!  We have come to the last Saturday in February 2012! My assistant took this picture the other day while leaving the office. Luckily we have been having such nice weather lately & such beautiful sunsets! Wishing you all much success & happiness the rest of the week & into March!   "You are born an original....don't die as just a copy." 02/25/2012

I came across this question on articleserver.net & after reading the question I thought to myself, you know what, I have the same exact question! "I am a real estate agent and I am not sure how LinkedIn can help me since it is a business to business platform and I am targeting consumers and homeowners. Should I be focusing just on Facebook which is more consumer oriented? And, if I should be on LinkedIn, how can I best utilize it to help me obtain more business and clients?" So I thought I would do some research and see how I could answer that question not only for myself but for everyone else who may be confused with LinkedIn. Media Professionals - A recent study showed that 92% of all journalists are on LinkedIn which is more than any other social networking site. This means that you... 02/24/2012

For a free and complete list of Foreclosed homes for sale in Laguna Niguel, CA. or any other city in Orange County, NO OBLIGATION REQUIRED, call today and request the list: 949-350-8922 or click on any of the pictures you see below and more information of those listing will be provided.  Laguna Niguel Bank Owned Homes For Sale 02/23/2012

    Young Brad from the country applied for a salesman's job at a city Department store. It was one of those massive stores that sells just about everything.   The boss asked him, "Have you ever worked in sales before?" "Yes, I was a salesman in my home town," said Brad. The boss liked him instantly and said, "I'll give you a trial day here at the store, start tomorrow, and I'll come and see you after closing time to see how you went."   When the boss met up with young Brad the next day at closing time, he saw him shaking hands with a beaming customer. After they parted, the boss walked over and asked, "Well, that looked good! How many sales did you make today?" "That was the only one," said the young salesman. "Only one!?!" blurted the boss. "Most of my staff make 20 or 30 sales a day.... 02/22/2012

  If you’re a realtor, marketing begins with figuring out your goals, your vision, and how these can combine to create your brand. A marketing strategy also describes the niche market you will be working with. However, many people are unaware of the various realtor marketing tools that can help a real estate agent set his or her plans in motion. Read on to discover the marketing tips from NAR & eCommission for accomplishing just that.   Vision/Brand Consistency After defining your realtor marketing ideas, set about determining whether your current processes and marketing materials support your new vision. For instance, if your new approach centers on providing environmentally-friendly and tech-savvy real estate service to eco-conscious families, you might decide to switch from a paper ... 02/21/2012

Every blade of grass is a study; and to produce two, where there was but one, is both a profit and a pleasure. ~ Abraham Lincoln He was speaking about agriculture, but it made me think about how people manage their properties, manage their money, and their business.  More than anything, Lincoln wanted every American to have the chance to improve himself and get ahead in life. For this, education and practical knowledge were critical. He believed in productivity and conservation. Some Environmentalists  and Agriculturists today, echo the economic and social argument of Lincoln's days.   I hope you have a great President’s Day!    02/20/2012

  Tweet Tweet. Twitter. What is it & how can it help me? A lot of people are still confused on how you can use Twitter to improve your business. Twitter marketing can be an effective and inexpensive social media solution for your real estate business.  With only 140 characters required, Twitter offers a short and sweet way to get your message out.Twitter can also be an incredible addition to your current marketing campaign and a truly remarkable marketing tool within your business.  Used strategically, Twitter can be a fun way to raise awareness about your personal brand and other social networks. So how can you use Twitter to market your business? Here are 3 simple strategies from Better Homes & Gardens that you can apply today!   1.  Connect with Potential Clients Similar to Facebook... 02/18/2012

AYSO Spring Soccer in Laguna Niguel AYSO Region 41 in Laguna Niguel is pleased to announce the Spring Soccer Season will begin in February 2012.  Teams will be formed based on certified coach availability.  First priority will be given to players with family members who are active R41 Fall Season volunteers and then to active volunteers from other AYSO regions.  Next we will try to accommodate R41 players from Fall 2011, followed by fall 2011 players from other AYSO regions, and then players who did not participate in the fall 2011 AYSO season. Within each priority group, first to complete registration, including payment, will be given priority. Priority is not a guarantee of team placement, but it means that all priority players are selected first.  There may not be room for all playe... 02/17/2012

There seems to be a new trend circulating the social media outlets, you can find one for everything! Here is ours! 02/17/2012

  I got this story passed along to me via email and it made me LOL so I thought I would share it with you! Happy Friday!   An old German shepherd starts chasing rabbits and before long, discovers that he's lost.   Wandering about, he notices a panther heading rapidly in his direction with the intention of having lunch. The old German Shepherd thinks, "Oh, oh! I'm in deep do do now!"   Noticing some bones on the ground close by, he immediately settles down to chew on the bones with his back to the approaching cat.   Just as the panther is about to leap, the old German Shepherd exclaims loudly, "Boy, that was one delicious panther! I wonder, if there are any more around here?"   Hearing this, the young panther halts his attack in mid-strike, a look of terror comes over him and he slinks ... 02/17/2012

  If you’re a new agent just getting started in the Real Estate industry here are the top elements that are not only crucial to you but crucial to your business. It is very important to make sure before you start anything to have all of these fundamentals done.   -Secure your own domain name   -Make sure you have a standalone website that can easily grow with you   -Have your own IDX (MLS search tool)   -Put together a letter that you can send to your sphere of influence   -Get to know Craigslist   -Become a “GURU” of your market. 02/15/2012

                                                      LAGUNA NIGUEL REAL ESTATE The LAGUNA NIGUEL, 92677 market is currently quite strongly in the Buyer's Advantage zone (below 30). The 90-day Market Action Index stands at 17.78. With several months of inventory available at the current sales rate, buyers should find ample choices.   MEDIAN PRICE IN LAGUNA NIGUEL REAL ESTATE     We continue to see prices in this zip code bouncing around this plateau. Look for a persistent up-shift in the Market Action Index before we see prices move from these levels.  Inventory of Properties Listed for Sale   Inventory has been climbing lately. Note that rising inventory alone does not signal a weakening market. Look to the Market Action Index and Days on Market trends to gauge whether buyer interest i... 02/15/2012

Sometimes one creates a dynamic impression by saying something, and sometimes one creates as significant an impression, by remaining silent. However, it is our responsibility to make sure that the impression we give, is appropriately understood. This is a big responsibility that we must always do and achieve. We all shine on, like the moon, and the stars, and the sun. ~ John Lennon 02/14/2012

In honor of Valentine’s Day I thought it would be nice to give you a little background on the Holiday & a few fun facts I have put together! Wishing everyone a wonderful day filled with much love & happiness! Spread the love today! Saint Valentine's Day, often simply Valentine's Day, is a holiday observed on February 14 honoring one or more early Christian martyrs named Valentinus. It was first established by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD, and was later deleted from the General Roman Calendar of saints in 1969 by Pope Paul VI. It is celebrated in countries around the world, mostly in the West, although it remains a working day in all of them. The day first became associated with romantic love in the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in the High middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flou... 02/14/2012