My Laguna Niguel listing on 29031 Paseo De Ocaso in Niguel Hills was brought to life by the talented Danielle Guren of Thoughtful Interiors. Danielle has a way of making things beautiful, warm and welcoming.  People who visited the property consistently commented positively on how the home was presented. To say that Danielle is a delight to work with is an understatement.  Her attention to detail is impressive.  Her work ethic is uncommonly awesome. Anyone in Orange County, California who is searching for the right person to stage their home or do a redesign ought to contact Danielle Guren of Thoughtful Interiors.  You'll be glad you did. Here's an example of Danielle's work:    01/20/2015

CMA - The Real Estate Acronym. All industries have their own acronyms. The “CMA” acronym is used by Realtors all the time and not always recognized by the public. It stands for “Comparative Market Analysis” and is provided to home sellers to aid in determining a listing price. It is almost the same as an appraisal. Appraisers are looking at past history for the last three to six months of home sales. The Realtor CMA is looking  at past sales, current pending sales, expired listings (which did not sell) and similar active listings which we call “the competition”. In addition a seasoned Realtor is making an educated guess at where the market is going in the next 30 to 60 days.   Real Estate Contracts RPA is an acronym we use in California. RPA stands for the “Residential Purchase Agreeme... 01/15/2015

    Never look back, unless you are planning to go that way. ~ Henry David Thoreau   Looking forward to a happy, healthy and prosperous 2015     12/30/2014

As we approach Thanksgiving, I present the proper way to eat pumpkin pie... Another slice, please!   11/22/2014

Rancho Niguel Winter Coat & Blanket Collection this Saturday November 22nd. The Swanson family lives in the Windrose tract of the Rancho Niguel Subdivision. This wonderful family has an annual tradition of collecting winter coats and blankets for the less fortunate. They give all the donations to the More of Jesus ministry operated by Randy and Sue Felton who also live in Windrose. Randy and Sue have a much needed ministry of helping homeless families and the elderly living in motels or under bridges in the Orange County area. Check them out at www.moreofjesus.org website. The Swansons are taking all donations this Saturday November 22 at 28775 Calle Vista in Laguna Niguel, CA 92677. It is near the intersection of Crown Valley and Moulton. Why not clear your closet of unneeded coats, bl... 11/21/2014

Selling My Orange County Home During The Holidays   Many homeowners in Orange County are always unsure if the holidays are the best time to put their home on the market or not. In a lot of cases many homeowners that have their homes listed already will take their home off the market during the holiday season, while other homeowners will wait until after the new year to list their home. The holidays are actually one of the best times to list your home in Orange County. Please watch this video to see the top 3 reasons why listing your Orange County home during the holidays could be the best choice for you! If you have any questions or would like ot schedule a free seller's consultation to discuss what would be the best strategy to getting your home sold for the most money please call me a... 11/21/2014

The Old Piano Tree in California.  When music and nature come together, it makes beautiful art.GO  GREEN!! 11/06/2014

Photo Courtesy : imgur.com Wow, what a little daredevil! Happy Halloween!  May all your treats be sweet.   10/31/2014

Laguna Niugel and Aliso Viejo residents have some awesome outdoor recreation opportunities. The cities of Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo and Dana Point California are located in south central Orange County west of the interstate 5 freeway. Residents of these cities are blessed with many outdoor recreation possibilities, not to mention the world famous beaches.  The Laguna Niguel Regional State Park, is a fabulous public park which provides biking, boating, picnicking, hiking, bird watching, nature trails, fishing and model plane flying locations.  The land for the Laguna Niguel Regional State Park was originally part of the large Mexican land grant, Rancho Niguel in the 1800's. The Laguna Niguel Corporation donated the land for the park in 1970 and it is a very popular destination. The Alis... 10/13/2014

Laguna Niguel Botanical Preserve The city of Laguna Niguel maintains an 18-acre botanical garden in the heart of the city. Open every day from sunrise to sunset, the Niguel Botanical Preserve is free to all and hosts a drought-friendly landscape of California native plants as well as those indigenous to other similar Mediterranean climates.  The Niguel Botanical Preserve contains multiple walking trails leading to various specialty gardens and quiet seating areas. More information can be found on the Niguel Botanical Preserve website.  10/06/2014

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July 10,2014 | New Laguna Niguel Listings This Week   New listings in Laguna Niguel this week! Checkout the links below to find your new Laguna Niguel house or condo. Be among the first to see these great properties, contact me to schedule a private showing at 949-510-2395 or email me atkarenpfiddler@gmail.com and see them this weekend!   New Listings in Laguna Niguel of Single Family Homes New Listings in Laguna Niguel of Condominium Homes   If you are considering a sale of your existing Laguna Niguel home, put the power of the premier luxury real estate brand in the world to work for you. Sotheby's International Realty provides the best exposure for your property to ensure the highest possible sales price. Contact me today to hear about the marketing program I can provide with no addi... 07/10/2014

What Is Your Laguna Niguel Property Worth Today?  Laguna Niguel is an affluent, master planned community located in the coastal San Joaquin Hills of southern Orange County, California. The name Laguna Niguel is derived from the words "Laguna"... Spanish for "lagoon", and "Nigueli"... the name of a Juaneo Indian village once located near Aliso Creek. The population increased from 61,891 based on the year 2000 census, to 62,979 in 2010. Laguna Niguel is bordered by Laguna Beach, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Mission Viejo, Laguna Hills, and Aliso Viejo. Housing in the area includes condominiums and large mansions overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Laguna Niguel is located on the Rancho NiguelMexican land grant of Juan Avila. He retained ownership until 1865, when a severe drought killed of... 07/01/2014

Community Garage Sale June 28th in Rancho Niguel Subdivision In Laguna Niguel Huge community garage sale this Saturday June 28th in the subdivision of Rancho Niguel in the city of Laguna Niguel California. Time 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM. All types of items for sale and seventy-five families or more will be participating.   Once a year garage sale event for the community of Rancho Niguel in Laguna Niguel CA. Lots of fun and great buys. Cross streets are Moulton Parkway and Rancho Niguel Rd.  Homes for sale in Rancho Niguel. Sponsored by the Ron Buck Real Estate Group at Keller Williams Realty 949-456-0505. Ron Buck bre 01364665 - www.RonBuckGroup.com or JonRonTeam.com Keller Williams Realty 01375978 06/27/2014

Laguna Niguel Real Estate Info on Laguna Niguel CA     Welcome!  If you were looking for info on Laguna Niguel CA, you came to the right place.  Laguna Niguel CA is in South Orange County right next to Dana Point.  They meet at a street called Camino Del Avion.  Laguna Niguel is just a few miles from some of the nicest beaches and that is very alluring to prospective residents and visitors.   Laguna Niguel real estate varies in a huge way!  You can find condos starting at about $185K and view estates that can sell for more than $15 million dollars.  Great ocean views, a more quiet area, less traffic, beachy community and close to everything.....that's what Laguna Niguel brings to the table. If you want to find info on Laguna Niguel CA and to see all of the Laguna Niguel Homes for sale, ... 06/25/2014

  An incredible, close-up photo of the Tampa Bay water spout from this week! Courtesy of Instagram     06/13/2014