The Internet Says What?   Do you believe everything on the internet including the value of your home?   Hopefully you do NOT!   As real estate professionals we take valuation seriosly. Frankly our reputation is dependent on it!   If you are considering selling your home or know of anybody who is...please put us to task and we will provide a comprehensive professional valuation & market report FREE!           Trust A Local Professional!              OCLister.com          "Your Newport Beach Real Estate Advocate" 07/27/2014

Is it important to consider absorption rate when considering selling your home? What is Absorption Rate? During an evaluation of a property, I provide a link to absorption rate. The absorption rate is a report of the current inventory  in a particular area or city, and provides trends in regards to the number of homes per month are selling over the past one year. This is important information for both buyers and sellers, as you can monitor trends by area by month. Absorption rates show monthly trends, and information about sales for past one month, three months, six months and twelve months.  Absorption rate is basically - the length of time it will take to sell all the active listings assuming that no new listings are added. This provides absorption rate. This is important information ... 07/25/2014

Bayshores Houses for Sale in Newport Beach | Homes for Sale in Bayshores in Newport Beach June, 2014 Market Update Bayshores is a highly desirable Newport Beach community located in Newport Beach. Bayshores has  approximately 252 homes and it is located off Coast Highway in a guard gated community. There are bay front homes which have incredible views of Newport Harbor. Many of the homes are being renovated or rebuilt! Some of the amenities in Bayshores in Newport Beach include private beaches, playground,  a park, BBQ area and guest dock.  Bayshores is a highly sought after area in Newport Beach. Status as of June,  2014 5 active listings 0 in back up status 0 in pending 2 sale in June, 2014 Pricing stats below: Average sales price of $3,707,000 Average price per square foot of $1,180.... 07/25/2014

Balboa Peninsula Point in Newport Beach | Balboa Peninsula Point Homes for Sale Market update for June, 2014 Balboa Peninsula Point  is located in a highly desirable location in Newport Beach on the Balboa Peninsula. Balboa. Balboa Peninsula Point encompasses the homes from A Street to the end of the Balboa Peninsula. Located at Balboa Peninsula Point are bay front homes,  and ocean front homes. Balboa Peninsula Point is home to the famous Wedge. Due the direction it faces with the jetty, with a certain swell, the waves can be enormous, and truly only meant for the experience body boarder, surfers, and body surfer. Currently, Balboa Peninsula Point in Newport Beach has the following: 14 active listings 2 in back up status 2 in pending status 2 sales in the month of June, 2014 Sales stat... 07/25/2014

Newport Beach, California As of today there are over 350 homes of the market in beautiful Newport Beach.   Luxury living from $275,000 to over 18 million USD.     V.I.P. Instant MLS:   OCLister.com     For more information or a showing CALL  714.459.2017     Protection For The Investor Of Luxury!   Pete X & Associates GRI, MCNE, CDPE Realty ONE Group CA-BRE:01925275 "Your Newport Beach Real Estate Advocate"   Important:If you're visiting any new home community or open house there is NO need to give personal information to someone who is NOT working on your behalf. At least tell them you're working with an agent and just want to look. Remember to not say much, anything you say can be used for their benefit NOT yours.   Outstanding Referral Partners Nationwide         07/23/2014

Newport Beach, California  One of the most desirable beach communities here in Southern California. No need to vacation when you live here!     V.I.P. Instant MLS:   OCLister.com     For Instant Action CALL 714.459.2017     Protection For The Investor Of Luxury!     Pete X & Associates GRI, MCNE, CDPE Realty ONE Relocation Team CA-BRE:01925275 Greatrepresentation@gmail.com "Your Real Estate Relocation Advocate" Whether you need to buy or sell we're there!   Masterful Representation at NO cost is what we provide for buyers. Representing client's best interest in any transaction.   Important:If you're visiting any new home community or open house there is NO need to give personal information to someone who is not working on your behalf. At least tell them you're working with an agent and ... 07/23/2014

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Balboa Island, Newport Beach Full Service V.I.P. Representation With A Rebate! Limited Clientele   For full details send the type of property and price range you are looking for to: Greatrepresentation@gmail.com       For Available Properties:   OCLister.com     Protection For The Investor Of Luxury!   Pete X & Associates GRI, MCNE, CDPE Realty ONE Group CA-BRE:01925275 "Your Real Estate Advocate"   Masterful Representation at NO cost is what we provide for buyers. Representing client's best interest in any transaction.    Important:If you're visiting any new home community or open house there is NO need to give personal information to someone who is not working on your behalf. At least tell them you're working with an agent and just want to look. Remember to not say much, anything you ... 07/17/2014

Importance of Decluttering when Preparing Your Home to Sell | Selling Your Newport Beach Home Whether or not you are considering selling your home, it is important to declutter. Living with clutter just creates anxiety in my opinion. I know we are all guilty of hanging onto "things" that we think have sentimental value, or an item of clothing that we might fit into again. Do you really think that you will wear something that is 10 years old? Do you think it will be in style? There are some tips in the closet that you can use to "get rid of" items that you may not use.  Do you have a pile of ironing, but yet do not iron? Then either take it to the dry cleaner to be properly pressed or discard. Are you hanging onto your "skinny clothes", but have not worn then for a year? Then it is time ... 07/15/2014

Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach | Market Update | June, 2014 Balboa Peninsula  is a very desirable area in Newport Beach. The Balboa Peninsula offers diverse living with condos and single family homes. There are bay front homes, ocean front homes and there are both condos and single family homes for sale. Consider living in a Balboa Peninsula condo, Newport Beach oceanfront home or even consider living on the bay front. Currently, there are 34 active listings on Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach, 2 in back up status, 9 pending, and a total of 7 sales during the month of June, 2014. Average price for the past one year was $2,974,022 Average price per square foot of $1,178.06 Median price was $2,312,500 Median price per square foot of $1,063.76 Average DOM 100/166Previous market reports... 07/15/2014

 Newport Beach, California Enjoy Outstanding Premium V.I.P. Service With Rebate! (For Limited Clientele)   For the details please send the type of property your looking for and the price range to:  Greatrepresentation@gmail.com You will receive a private direct phone number of an experienced Realtor that is ready to work.   Full Representation & Protection For All Of Our Clients!   For Available Properties:   OCLister.com   Protection For The Invester Of Luxury!   Pete X & Associates GRI, MCNE, CDPE Realty ONE Group "Your Real Estate Advocate" CA-BRE:01925275 Office License:CA-BRE:01878341   Masterful Representation at NO cost is what we provide for buyers. Representing client's best interest in any transaction.   Important: If you're visiting any new home community or open house there ... 07/14/2014

Importance of Professional Photography with Listing Your Home In my opinion, one of the most important considerations when listing your Newport Beach home for sale is ensuring that your Realtor® utilizes professional photography when presenting your property for sale. The photography of your home, landscape, exterior, interior is extremely important when presenting your property on line and also for print media. Professional staged photography makes a huge difference. Here are a few quick tips before the professional photography is taken: Declutter your property Clean all surfaces as it can show up in photographs Prepare flower beds and exterior landscaping for exterior shots, make sure that flowers and plants are trimmed and prepared. Paint and touch up exterior or interior paint throu... 07/12/2014

Balboa Island Homes for Sale | Market Update | June, 2014Balboa Island is a highly sought after area of Newport Beach. Balboa Island in Newport Beach consists of  three islands in Newport Beach and the islands include the main island, the little island and Collins Island. Collins Island in Newport Beach is a gated community and has only 8 homes located on it, and these homes on Collins Island have incredible views of Newport Harbor. Balboa Island is a highly desirable area of Newport Beach. Buyers move to Balboa Island because of the lifestyle. Balboa Island has unique charm, with close proximity to upscale shopping and dining in Newport Beach. And take the ferry across to the Balboa Peninsula to visit the beach. The statistics for Balboa Island are as follows for the month of June, 20... 07/12/2014

July 10,2014 | New Newport  Beach Listings This Week   New listings in Newport Beach this week! Checkout the links below to find your new Newport Beach 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 at karenpfiddler@gmail.com and see them this weekend!   New Listings in Newport Beach of Single Family Homes New Listings in Newport Beach of Condominium Homes   If you are considering a sale of your existing Newport Beach 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 ad... 07/10/2014

Shanghai Pine Garden Restaurant 300 Marine Ave Newport Beach, CA   Was downtown Balboa Island just yesterday while looking for a place to eat, we came upon a older looking Chinese restaurant and rolled the dice. It paid off! My guest and I left very satisfied and full for the grand total of $17.(Not including tip) for the both of us. Afterwards we checked out a few properties as a potential second home for an out of state client and than just enjoyed the boats and scenery afterwards. The afternoon in Balboa turned out much better than expected. Single family homes on Balboa Island in Newport Beach typically runs from 1.5 million to 10 million U.S.D. For current listings:   OCLister.com     For more information or a showing CALL 714.459.2017     Pete X & Associates GRI, MCNE, CDPE Realty... 07/10/2014

Newport Beach, California  A highly desirable affluent beach community with currently a little more than 70 one to five bedroom condos on the market. From ultra luxury to fixers there is nothing like Newport Beach!   V.I.P. Instant MLS:   OCLister.com   For more information or a showing CALL  714.459.2017   Protection For The Investor Of Luxury!   Pete X & Associates GRI, MCNE, CDPE Realty ONE Group CA-BRE:01925275 Office License:CA-BRE:01878341   Masterful Representation at NO cost is what we provide for buyers. Representing client's best interest in any transaction.   Important:If you're visiting any new home community or open house there is NO need to give personal information to someone who is not working on your behalf. At least tell them you're working with an agent and just want ... 07/06/2014

What Is Your Newport Beach Property Worth Today?  Newport Beach, incorporated in 1906, is an affluent city in Orange County, California, 10 miles south of downtown Santa Ana. The population was 85,287 at the 2010 census. Newport Beach is also home to Newport Harbor. The city's median family income and property values consistently place high in national rankings. The Daily Pilot, a newspaper published in the neighboring city of Costa Mesa but which serves the greater Newport-Mesa community, reported in 2010 that more than a quarter of households have an income greater than $200,000, and the median value for homes is approximately $1 million. The Upper Bay of Newport Beach is a canyon, which was carved by steam in the Pleistocene period. The lower bay of Newport was formed much later by s... 07/01/2014

Newport Shores Fourth of July Parade and Celebration 2014 For decades, Newport Shores has celebrated the Fourth of July with an annual Parade and Celebration for the neighborhood. My siblings and I looked forward to it every summer, spending the night before decorating our bikes.  Some years, we even decorated ourselves.       The Parade This year, the parade starts at 10:00 am at the clubhouse. There will be food, games and more from 10am to 3pm. Get your bikes, scooters, wagons and yourselves decorated and get ready to celebrate. Be sure to come on out and enjoy the Newport Shores Fourth of July parade.         Carnival Games and Food Admission to the carnival is free. However, there will be a charge for all games and food. There will be a dunk tank, tattoos, bounce houses and more. ... 06/29/2014

Live The Good Life In Newport Beach!   There are at least a dozen active condos in Newport Beach for under $500,000. most are 1-2 bedroom homes. Some are good deals! See for yourself:   OCLister.com   For information or a showing please call 714.459.2017 Pete X  GRI, MCNE, CDPE X Group Advocates with Realty ONE Group CA-BRE: 01925275 Office License:CA-BRE:01878341   Masterful Representation at NO cost is what we provide to buyers. Representing client's best interest in any transaction. Special rebate and 5 year warranty for newly built homes.   Important:If your visiting any new home community or open house there is NO need to give personal information to someone who is NOT working on your behalf. At least tell them your working with an agent and just want to look. Remember to not say m... 06/29/2014

Big Canyon Homes for Sale | Big Canyon Newport Beach Market Update | April, 2014 Big Canyon in Newport Beach is a highly desirable newport Beach community.  This market report includes the builder tracts of Big Canyon and there are a total of six builder tracts  which includes Big Canyon Custom, Big Canyon Deane, Big Canyon Villas, Big Canyon McClain, Big Canyon Fairway One. (Big Canyon has both custom homes and condos for sale). Some of these tracts are Newport Beach gated communities. The area of Big Canyon in Newport Beach  is bordered by MacArthur, Ford Road, San Joaquin and Jamboree.  Stats as of April, 2014 Active listings 17 Back up listings 3 Pending listings 4 Sold listings 2 Compared to listings in April, 2013 11 active listings compared to 8 active listings in March, 2013 6 b... 05/20/2014