Flag retirement ceremony set for June 14 If you have an old, unserviceable American flag, you can drop it off at City Hall for a special flag retirement ceremony on Flag Day. Boy Scout Troop 700 of Aliso Viejo will host its 6th annual ceremony for retiring tattered American Flags at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14 at Orange County Fire Authority Fire Station 57. Community members are invited to the ceremony that will include proper homage and disposition of the flags by the troop's color guard and veterans honor guard. A free reception follows the ceremony. Flags collected at Aliso Viejo City Hall will be properly disposed of during the ceremony. Flags can be dropped off to Community Services Supervisor Gracie Duran at 12 Journey during City Hall business hours (http://www.cityofalisoviejo.c... 06/01/2016

PublishPristine Home, Desirable Coronado community of Aliso Viejo. Turnkey, Model Perfect, Immaculately Maintained, Updated and Upgraded, Well Designed Floor Plan with Dual Master Suites, some of the many fine features include Light & Bright Interior Spaces, High Ceilings, LED Recessed Lighting, Gorgeous New Hardwood Floors, Upgraded Custom Light Fixtures, Media Nook, Cozy Fireplace, New Paint, New Carpet, New Tile, Upgraded Appliances, Water Efficient Toilets, Walk-In Closets, Upstairs Laundry, Skylight, and so much more. Kitchen boasts Upgraded Appliances & Hardware, Recessed Lighting, Tile Flooring, and a Highly Prized Breakfast Bar. The primary Master Suite with Vaulted Ceilings, Double Door Entry, and a Beautifully Remodeled Master Bath with New Cabinetry, Upgraded Granite Topped D... 05/26/2016

Aliso Viejo Stats: Real Estate, Community, Schools, etc. I just recently updated my website and added this new feature that gives you thorough statistics of Aliso Viejo, or any other zip code you type in. If you are looking at real estate value projections, average days on market, the number of homeowner vs. renters in an area, the ability to do a side by side comparision of other areas to a particular area of interst, get information of the schools, etc. you will love this feature! Personally, I am a numbers girl. I love charts, graphs, statistics and numbers. I feel that is the purest and most honest way of making educated predictions, spotting patterns and making the best decsions based on that knowledge. If you are someone that appreciates numbers, charts, graphs and stats like I do... 03/28/2016

Aliso Viejo, CA. Weekly Real Estate Update (March 21st, 2016)This Week:The median list price in Aliso Viejo, CA. this week is $884,400. Inventory and days-on-market are both trending higher recently. However, the improving Market Action Index implies some increased demand will temper the negative trends. Supply and Demand: In the last few weeks the market has achieved a relative stasis point in terms of sales to inventory. However, inventory is sufficiently low to keep us in the Seller's Market zone so watch changes in the MAI. If the market heats up, prices are likely to resume an upward climb. Price: We continue to see prices in Aliso Viejo bounce around these current levels. Look for a persistent change in the Market Action Index before we see prices deviate significantly from here. ... 03/26/2016

Selling My Own Home in Aliso Viejo, 5 Reasons to ReconsiderAs the spring real estate market continues to heat up and we get closer and closer to the summer market, it is natural for homeowners in Aliso Viejo and surrounding areas in Orange County, like yourself, that may be on the fence about selling their home, to consider ways in which they can get their home sold and maximizing their profits while doing so. In some cases homeowners begin to justify that the biggest area where they will save is by not hiring a Realtor and paying a commission. While that is a tempting thought, there is a lot more involved in selling a home then just placing it on a few websites, letting people into your home and hoping one of them will buy it, here are some things to consider. Based on the National Ass... 03/24/2016

You will adore this community!! Picture Perfect, Corner Lot, DETACHED Home located in the highly desirable Village Cottages Gated Community. Dramatic vaulted ceilings, traditional arched entryways and niches, quality custom baseboards and door casings, sculptural bullnose corners, impressive gas fireplace with detailed mantle and fireplace surround, ceramic tile entry foyer, recessed lighting, decorative raised panel Colonist interior doors, decorative arched mullion windows, plantation shutters, dual pane windows. Spacious Kitchen with Custom Crafted European Style Oak Cabinetry, Granite Countertops, Gorgeous Travertine Backsplash, Pendant Lighting, Matching Stainless Steel Appliances, and a highly prized Breakfast Bar. Peaceful private Master Suite with a huge walk in closet and a Spa... 03/16/2016

Aliso Viejo, CA. Weekly Real Estate Update (Feb. 29th, 2016)This week: The median list price in Aliso Viejo, CA. this week is $789,900. The Market Action Index has been trending down lately, while inventory and days on market are climbing. The trends imply a weakening market.Supply and Demand: Homes sales continue to outstrip supply and the Market Action Index has been moving higher for several weeks. This is a Seller's market so watch for upward pricing pressure in the near future if the trend continues.Price: Prices in Aliso Viejo, CA. seem to have settled around a plateau. Look for a persistent down-shift in the Market Action Index before we see prices deviate from these levels.If you are thinking about selling your Aliso Viejo home, call me today for a free, no pressure, consultatio... 03/02/2016

Aliso Viejo, CA. Weekly Real Estate Update (Feb. 22nd, 2016)This Week: The median list price in Aliso Viejo, CA. this week is $782,894.Inventory has been lightening lately and the Market Action Index has been trending up. Though days-on-market is increasing, these are mildly positive indications for the market.Supply and Demand:Home sales continue to outstrip supply and the Market Action Index has been moving higher for several weeks. This is a Seller's market so watch for upward pricing pressure in the near future if the trend continutes.Price:Prices in Aliso Viejo seem to have settled around a plateau. Look for a persistent down-shift in the Market Action Index before we see prices deviate from these levels.If you are thinking about selling your Aliso Viejo home, call me today for a f... 02/27/2016

Aliso Viejo Pocket Listing-Beat The Competition, See it Today! Coming soon to the Aliso Viejo real estate market! This beautiful home offers 4 bedroom 2.5 bathrooms, beautifully remodeled with new paint throughout, new flooring and renovated kitchen. The open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting breakfast nook and breakfast bar that overlooks the family room with custom built-ins surrounding a cozy fireplace for entertaining guests. The private backyard has a refreshing oversize pebble-tec spa and water feature that heats up quickly for year-round use. Located in one of the best neighborhoods in Aliso Viejo on a cul-de-sac street with golf, tennis, and parks nearby.  If you would like to beat the competition and get a sneak peek of this home before it hits the ... 02/08/2016

Aliso Viejo, CA. Weekly Real Estate Update (Jan. 25th, 2016)This Week:The median list price in Aliso Viejo, CA. this week is $819,000.Inventory is up and Market Action is trending down recently. While days-on-market appears to be trending lower, the overall conditions are weakening a bit. Supply and Demand:In the last few weeks the market has achieved a relative stasis point in terms of sales to inventory. However, inventory is suffiiciently low to keep us in the Seller's Market zone so watch changes in the MAI. If the market heats up, prices are likely to resume an upward climb. Price:Prices in Aliso Viejo seem to have settled around a plateau. Look for a persistent down-shift in the Market Action Index before we see prices deviate from these levels. If you are thinking about selling y... 01/26/2016

Visit beautiful Aliso Viejo And the beautiful Soka University~ In Aliso Viejo, CA.  First, let's learn a little about our city.... The planned community of Aliso Viejo's original 6,600 acres was once part of the 26,000-acre Moulton Ranch, owned by the Moulton family, who took title in the 1890s to land originally granted to Juan Avila by the Mexican government in 1842. Over the years, portions of the ranch were sold and became Leisure World, Laguna Hills and Laguna Niguel. In 1976, the Mission Viejo Company purchased the remaining 6,600 acres to create a new planned community – Aliso Viejo – with a master plan for 20,000 homes for a planned population of 50,000. The master plan was approved by the Orange County in 1979, and homes were first offered for sale in March 1982. Aliso Viejo's ... 01/20/2016

Aliso Viejo, CA. Weekly Real Estate Update (Jan. 11th, 2016)This Week:The median list price in Aliso Viejo, CA. this week is $779,900.Inventory has been lightening lately and the Market Action Index has been trending up. These are mildly positive indications for the market.Supply and Demand:Home sales continue to outstrip supply and the Market Action Index has been moving higher for several weeks. This is a Seller's market so watch for upward pricing pressure in the near future if the trend continues.Price:Again this week we see prices in Aliso Viejo remain roughly at the level they've been for several weeks. Since we're significantly below the top of the market, look for a persistent up-shift in the Market Action Index before we see prices move from these levels.If you are thinking abo... 01/14/2016

Aliso Viejo, CA. Weekly Real Estate Update (Jan. 4th, 2016) This Week:The median list price in Aliso Viejo, CA. this week is $769,388.Inventory has been decreasing lately but the Market Action Index is falling also. With days-on-market climbing, these are relatively negative implications for the market.Supply and Demand:While the Market Action Index shows some strengthening in the last few weeks, prices have not seemed to move from their plateau. Should the upward trend in sales relative to inventory continue, expect prices to resume an upward climb in tandem with the MAI.Price:Again this week we see prices in Aliso Viejo remain roughly at the level they've been for several weeks. Since we're significantly below the top of the market, look for a persistent up-shift in the Market Action ... 01/09/2016

Aliso Viejo, CA. Weekly Real Estate Update (Dec. 28th, 2015)This Week:The median list price in Aliso Viejo this week is $754,444. Inventory is tightening and days-on-market is falling. The Market Action Index shows demand heating up. These are realtively bullish signs for prices.Supply and Demand:Home sales continue to outstrip supply and the Market Action Index has been moving higer for several weeks. This is a Seller's market so watch for upward pricing pressure in the near future if the trend continues. Price:Again this week we see prices in this zip code remain roughly at the level they've been for several weeks. Since we're significantly below the top of the market, look for a persistent up-shift in the Market Action Index before we see prices move from these levels. If you are thi... 12/30/2015

Aliso Viejo, CA. Weekly Real Estate Update (Dec. 21st, 2015)This Week:The median list price in Aliso Viejo, CA. this week is $759,000. Inventory has been lightening up lately and the Market Action Index has been trending up. Though days on market is increasing, these are mildly positive indications for the market. Supply and Demand:While the Market Action Index shows some strenghting in the last few weeks, prices have settled in a bit of a plateau. We are currently in a seller's market, so prices will likely resume their climb, should this trend persist.  Price:We continue to see home prices in Aliso Viejo bounce around this plateau. Look for a persistant up-shift in the Market Action Index before we see prices move from these levels.  If you are thinking about selling your Aliso Viejo ... 12/24/2015

Aliso Viejo, CA. Weekly Real Estate Update (Dec. 7th, 2015)This week:The median home price in Aliso Viejo, CA. this week is $758,944.Inventory is tightening and days on market is falling. But demand as measured by the Market Action Index is trending down. The market is not giving strong up or down signals from these data.Supply and Demand:The market has been cooling over time and prices have recently flattened. Despite the consistent decrease in Market Action Index, we're in a seller's market (where significant demand leave very little inventory available). If the market action index begins to climb, prices will likely follow suit. If the market action indext drops consistently or falls into the buyer's zone, watch for downward pressure on prices.Price:In the last few weeks we have seen... 12/09/2015

10 Reasons to Sell Your Aliso Viejo Home During the Holidays 1. The people that are out looking for homes in Aliso Viejo during this time of year, tend to be much more of a serious buyer.2. Serious buyers have fewer homes in Aliso Viejo to choose from, so you have less competition. 3. Houses are especially appealing with Holiday decor.4. After the holidays, the supply of available homes for sale in Aliso Viejo increases substantially, which lowers the demand for your home.5. Buyer's tend to be emotionally motivated at year-end.6. Buyer's have more time to look with less constrained work schedule than non-seasonal times.7. Many people will purchase by year-end for tax purposes.8. You can still be on the market, but have the option to restrict showings to 6-7 days during the holidays.9. S... 12/08/2015

Attention Twelve Picket Lane Residents in Aliso Viejo, CA.To the homeowners that live in the Twelve Picket Lane Neighborhood or in any of the comparable neighborhoods nearby:I hosted an open house today on 50 Bluff Cove, which is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 1,500 sq.ft. home, basic upgrades, clean and cute, listed at $569,900. I had 19 buyers, that are looking to move to this area, walk through the home today. Most of them seemed very interested in the home, if anything, it sold them on the neighborhood even more. Because of the close proximity to the award winning schools, the quaintness of the neighborhood itself along with how close it is to the Aliso Viejo towncenter, it is a highly desireable location for many buyers right now. Though I had 19 qualified buyers walk through this home... 12/05/2015

Aliso Viejo Open Houses for December 5th and 6th 2015Date: Saturday December 5th, 2015Time: 12pm-4pmAddress: 50 Bluff Cove, Aliso Viejo, CA. 92656Details:Located in the Twelve Picket Lane community, this is a Plan 1 floorplan. The avergage sales price for this neighborhood is: $564,000. Twelve Picket Lane in Aliso Viejo consists of 188 homes, an association swimming pool and spa, along with close proximity to shops, dining, schools and entertainment. Date: Sunday December 6th, 2015Time: 12pm-4pmAddress: 5 Delfin, Aliso Viejo, CA. 92656Details:Located in the Tiburon community, this is a Plan 1 floorplan. The average sales price for the Tiburon community in Aliso Viejo, CA. is: $643,000. Tiburon is Aliso Viejo, CA. consists of 115 homes. There is no pool or spa for ths community, though s... 12/04/2015

Aliso Viejo, CA. Buyer Profile for December 2015Whenever you are making the decision to hire an agent to sell your Aliso Viejo home, it is important that they know, based on their area expertise, who the buyers are and where they are coming from. Believe it or not, there is an actual strategy involved in selling a home, not just putting a sign in your yard, taking pretty pictures of your home and posting it on the MLS and syndicating it to all the home search portals online. Truth be told, that is all most agents do. That alone, does get homes sold, but if you want your hold sold quickly, and for the most amount of money, you need to hire an agent that knows where the buyers are coming from, who is most likely going to buy your home, and knows how to market directly to them. So let's lo... 12/04/2015