Yorba Linda, California:Spend a Little Time with our past Presidents today at the Richard Nixon Library. In Honor of Presidents Day Admission to The Richard Nixon Library, Museum and Birthplace are FREE!The day begins at 10:00 with George Washington's Favorite, Cherry Pie! FREE for the first 100 Guests. The day continues with appearances and stories from George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln. Between 1:00 and 3:30 there will be a presentation from the  Nixon Legacy Forum on the Effective Use of the President's Time I live near the Nixon Library and have visited many times. Yet I still enjoying visiting on Presidents Day. It's a little slice of history right in our own back yard!     Written By Tina Maraj, Yorba Linda Resident     Celebrating 20 Years of Residential Real Estate Sales   ... 02/15/2010

Happy President's Day! I took these photos about two months ago while visiting the Richard M.Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in nearby Yorba Linda, CA. The museum itself if a great place to visit for many reasons. One of which is this copy of the famous Emanuel Leutz 1851 painting of George Washington crossing the Potomac.                    No doubt we've all seen this painting many times, yet I can tell you seeing this larger than life copy was a real treat. I just wish I could have captured the beauty my more with my little camera. I've read where there are other copies of this famous work including one hanging the in West Wing of the White House. Just yesterday I wrote a post on FREE ADMISSION to the museum on President's Day, February 15. So if you're in Southern California y... 02/14/2010

Yorba Linda, CA is home to the Richard M. Nixon Presidential Library in Northern Orange County. President's Day is Monday, February 15th, to celebrate admission to the library and museum is FREE all day long. Hours are from 10:00 to 5:00. At 1:30 there will be a special panel discussion on the "Effective use of the President's time" by four of the President's personal staff members. Get a inside look at the what goes on in the White House. So round up the kids or just head over there yourself on Monday, President's Day, the first 100 in attendance will receive a complimentary cherry pie! The museum is located in beautiful Yorba Linda, CA in northern Orange County. Yorba Linda was the birthplace of Richard M. Nixon and is now the final resting place of the President and First Lady.  Clic... 02/14/2010

Orange County's Million Dollar Homes Head To The Auction - City of Yorba Linda  Search all Orange County Luxury Homes or Search all Yorba Linda Foreclosures! Yorba Linda's million dollar homes in Foreclosure as of 02/08/2010.   Monday2/8/2010 12:00:00 PM Address: 18739 TURFWAY PK City: YORBA LINDA State: CA Zip: 92886 County: Orange APN: 323-511-38 Sale Status: Postponed to 02/08/2010(Beneficiary's Request) TS Number: CA08217134CH ASAP Number: 3008459 Notice of Sale Amt: $1,068,359.39 Opening Bid Amt: 0 Sold Amt: 0 Sale Location: At the North front entrance to the County Courthouse, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA. Trustee: Quality Loan Service Corporation Trustee Phone#: (619)685-4800   Wednesday2/10/2010 12:00:00 PM Address: 19503 CLEVELAND BAY LANE City: YORBA LINDA State:... 02/08/2010

Take a look at this home at 19641 Ridgewood in Yorba Linda. How's this for an inviting room? You'll love the attractive fireplace. Stylish celebrations are ideal for the sophisticated dining room. Step into the nicely updated family room. You will have no storage worries in this large, eat-in kitchen! You'll find 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 1 half bath in this home. There's room for your desk, computer and printer in an extra room. To arrange for your personal showing, contact your REALTOR® today. 02/05/2010

This home is located at 5300 Los Estados in Yorba Linda. The light in the living room creates a vibrant atmosphere. Imagine entertaining in the attractive, formal, dining room. Enjoy a quiet moment with a cup of coffee in the warm, inviting kitchen. The comfortable family room boasts beautiful warm colors and is a perfect place to entertain family and friends. Eye-catching views surround you. Imagine relaxing in the backyard on a pleasant afternoon. Contact your REALTOR® today to arrange for a personal showing. 02/05/2010

January, 2010  In Your Apartment somewhere in Orange County You're looking at buying a home in Orange County for $500,000.  You have 20% to put down, and you have managed to maintain a good credit score of 690.  Your friendly Bank of America loan officer (we'll call him Paul) says today's interest rate for you with good credit is 5%.  "Not bad," you say.  Of course, you ask the million dollar question: "So, what would my monthly payment be?"  You hear Paul tapping his calculator throught the phone. "$2,147 which includes principal and interest."  You scratch your chin and think about how much you and your spouse bring in for income.  After some rough calculations you say, "Ok, I think between the wife and I we can swing that, buuuuuuut, we want to wait out the market just a little longe... 01/28/2010

For the patient buyer who wants to find the right home, a short sale can be the answer. We have partnered with a professional short sale negotiation team who have successfully completed 94% of our short sale transactions in the last year. One unique approach we take with our short sales is to submit only one offer to the bank that we can support based on recent comparables. This way, the buyer knows that they cannot be outbid after months of waiting. Of course, we continue to collect "back up" offers in case the buyer does not stay with us. If you know anyone who is facing foreclosure, please urge them to visit us at www.ZeroShort.com, stop by our open house or call me directly anytime at 714 276-7006. If you know someone who is looking for a great value in today's market, please have t... 01/16/2010

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Yorba Linda Real Estate and Homes For Sale Update - Dec 2009   Yorba Linda, CA Real Estate - We've noticed that there are certain cities in the North Orange County area that have a tremendous amount of opportunity in the upscale home price point. We comparing upscale home sales which we roughly define as homes with:At least 4+ Bedrooms between $700,000 - $1,000,000minimum 3+ Full Bathroomsand a home size of at least 2,400+ sqftWe've really been noticing a lot of good deal on homes in Yorba Linda, CA. Here's the numbers for Yorba Linda homes for sale that fit the above criteria in the last 45 days or so....22 Homes For Sale 12 in Escrow10 Closed SalesWe've included these two beautiful examples of homes currently on the market!Compare this with the nearby city of Fullerton and you'll see... 12/17/2009

President Richard Nixon's 97th birthday is going to be celebrated on January 9th at the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in Yorba Linda with the laying of a presidential wreath from the White House by Nixon's daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox.  There will also be a lecture on Nixon's legacy by his son-in-law and free admission all day to the museum.  Just one of the benefits of living in Yorba Linda California.  Take advantage of this wonderful resource available in Southern California. 12/17/2009

Contact Info for all events: Yorba Linda Public Library 714-777-2873, x7. URL: http://www.yorbalindalibrary.comLIBRARY CLOSED FOR FURLOUGH    The FIRST Monday of each month: The Yorba Linda Public Library will be closed for furlough, or time off without pay, as a cost saving measure. This is one of 13 days that the Library is closed for furlough through June 2010. Additionally, the Library will be closed the week prior to Christmas. Battle of the Books Registration - September 21, 2009 - December 19, 2009 at the library onlyEvent: Saturday, February 27, 2010  9:00 am at Lakeview Elementary School, 17510 Lakeview Ave.There will be a general information session Saturday, January 9, 2010 in the Yorba Linda Public Library Community Room from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.All parents and students a... 12/14/2009

The Mustang Basketball Team is asking for our help to build their team. There are costs involved in starting a brand new team. They must build the infrastructure of basketballs, uniforms, and support material from scratch. If you are interested in making a tax deductible donation to their booster club,  call Mary Barr 714-809-9901 or mail a check made out to YLHS Basketball Booster Club to 19900 Bastanchury Road, Yorba Linda, Ca 92886 12/14/2009

Celebrate 2010 in Style at the New Year's Eve Blue and White Bash and help support the Boys and Girls Club! Join the party at the Black Gold Golf Course, One Black Gold Drive, from 7:30 pm - 1:00 am. Dance to live music by The Green Natives. Gourmet Food ad passed Hors D'oeuvres. Complimentary Beer, wine and Champagne toast To purchase your all inclusive ticket $125/person, call 714-528-8140 ext 112 or email: amanda@everykid.org 12/14/2009

BLACK GOLD GOLF COURSEDecember Special Join us anytime during the month of December and receive:Twilight Rates starting at 11:00 a.m. & Super Twilight Rates starting at 1:00 p.m.Players Club Members receive Twilight Rates at 10:30 a.m. & Super Twilight Rates at 12:30 p.m.* Must mention this special at time of booking. Please call 714-961-0060 to make your tee time now.Sunday Funday's Join us any Sunday now thru the end of February 2010from 10:45 a.m.- 12:45 p.m. to receive:Twilight Rates & Free AppetizerPlus, be entered in a drawing for a free round of golf. 12/14/2009

RE/MAX Homes & Estates Pre-Foreclosure Division  (714) 588 -7676 ∙  www.orangecountyshortsalerealtor.com   If you are in a situation where: • You lost your job • Your Medical Expenses are too high • Just went through/going through a divorce • You are behind on your payments • You have no equity • You can't afford the cost of selling your home • Your income has been reduced • You are in foreclosure   WE CAN HELP YOU! It's easy and doesn't cost you any MONEY! Our services are Free!!! WHEN THE DEBT EXCEEDS YOUR HOME'S VALUE... we can help is with a SHORT SALE.   Benefits of a Short Sale: • Avoid Foreclosure • Avoid Bankruptcy • Reduced damage to your credit • Postpone your foreclosure sale date • A short sale will stay on your credit approx 3 years • BE FREE of financial and emotional burd... 11/24/2009

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Yorba Linda, California Real Estate Market Report- November 1st, 2009Yorba Linda Active Listings= 231Lowest priced listing in Yorba Linda = $149,000.00Highest priced listing in Yorba Linda = $6,350,000.00Active Listings Property Type: 191 Single Family Residences 40 Condos/Townhouses                                 Active Listings Sale Type: 165 Standard Listings 9 REO* Listings 57 Short Pay** Listings                               Active Listings Price Range: 178 priced at or above $500,000.00 53 priced below $500,000.00                               Yorba Linda properties in Pending & Back Up Status= 170Pending & Back Up Status Listing Type: 60 Standard Listings 23 REO* Listings 87 Short Pay** Listings                               Yorba Linda Properties Sold From 10/1/09-10/31/09= 62... 11/04/2009

Boo!!! - Is the End of 2009 Going to Be Scary???   This chart shows the US unemployment rate for the last 30 years. It is good to look at a larger span of history since a cursory glance at year-over-year since 2000 would be scary. But looking at the "bigger picture," we see that we're actually in a normal cyclical pattern of job loss and jobs gained. Interestingly, the peaks for unemployment were 1983, 1993 and 2003...ever 10 years, on the money. We see dips in the unemployment (job gains) in between those horrible peaks. Now in 2009, we're seeing a peak coming that is earlier than the normal 10 year pattern. So, comments are welcome as to why that may be and where you think we're headed from here. However, knowing that there are dips and valleys and peaks and mountains gives us more of... 10/27/2009