How to Sell Your Home in Aliso Viejo and Buy Another at the Same Time  Being a move-up buyer can be tough in today’s market. Although deals are closing rapidly, there’s no guarantee that your new dream home will close at the same time as your old dream home. Selling and buying at the same time is a delicate dance, but it is doable. There are a few ways to pursue this plan:1. Sell first, then buy. This is perhaps the safest plan, but it calls for multiple moves. In this scenario, you list your home and complete the transaction before purchasing another home. When you sell your home, you put the bulk of your belongings in storage and live in a temporary rental or, if possible, enter into a rent-back deal with your home’s new owner. The advantage of this method is that you know exactly how... 12/04/2013

Selling Your Aliso Viejo Home This Winter! Selling your Aliso Viejo home in the winter is a little different than selling in the winter months in the rest of the country. We do get chilly evenings but if the temperature drops below 50 the heavy coats and gloves come out. If events come to pass and you find yourself needing to sell your home in Aliso Viejo, CA during the winter months, you're probably aware that it's not the preferred real estate season. Prospects are less likely to be out touring properties, not because of the cold weather but more that the holidays take a huge chunk out of everybody's schedule. Nonetheless, Selling your Aliso Viejo home during the winter months is completely doable! In fact, because fewer offers will be competing for the would-be homebuyers, selling y... 12/01/2013

Real Estate Trends for Aliso Viejo October 2013 Courtesy of Brian Jones Realtor (949) 422-1636   Average price per square foot for Aliso Viejo CA was $333, an increase of 31.1% compared to the same period last year. The median sales price for homes in Aliso Viejo CA for Aug 13 to Nov 13 was $484,250 based on 190 home sales. Compared to the same period one year ago, the median home sales price increased 26.1%, or $100,250, and the number of home sales decreased 11.2%.   There are currently 166 resale and new homes in Aliso Viejo. The average listing price for homes for sale in Aliso Viejo CA was $504,668 for the week ending Nov 13, which represents a decrease of 1.8%, or $9,037, compared to the prior week.     I am happy to provide more information about current real estate activity in A... 11/22/2013

What is Bullying? Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Both kids who are bullied and who bully others may have serious, lasting problems.    In order to be considered bullying, the behavior must be aggressive and include:   An Imbalance of Power: Kids who bully use their power—such as physical strength, access to embarrassing information, or popularity—to control or harm others. Power imbalances can change over time and in different situations, even if they involve the same people. Repetition: Bullying behaviors happen more than once or have the potential to happen more than once. Bullying includes actions such as making threats, sp... 09/30/2013

Don Juan Avila Middle School is pleased to announce it will be distributing “Bronco Pride” awards to outstanding students at DJAMS. The awards will recognize both academic accomplishments as well as school and community service efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for your sons and daughters achievements to be recognized. We would hope that all parents encourage their sons/daughters to get involved in the “Bronco Pride” awards. Please read through the packet explaining the process and deadline. The awards will be distributed during the 4th quarter.   As a parent I think it's good that the school starts teaching students about pridE in doing well and achievements made;) ------------------------- LAUREN SELINSKY SELLS ALISO VIEJO Buyers Rep in ALISO VIEJO INTERESTED IN SELLING?  CALL... 09/30/2013

  Don Juan Avila Middle School Bell Schedule for 2013-2014 Don't forget you have ZERO period!    ----------------------- Aliso Viejo Realtor-Lauren Selinsky Aliso Viejo Volunteer in Youth Sports Organizations Aliso Niguel HS Volleyball Sponsor CALL TO LIST OR BUY A HOME IN AV!! LAUREN SELINSKY 949.310.4960 STEVEN SELINSKY, BROKER 949-228-2655 09/20/2013

We Sold Another Home Over List Price   29 Cranwell in Aliso Viejo       Asking Price was $799,900 We Exceeded That Price   This beautifully remodeled home has every upgrade you can imagine. New kitchen with Viking appliances, custom cabinets, 4 burner gas range, custom recessed lighting throughout.  There are custom ceiling fans, throughout the home and 6" custom baseboards, 8" crown molding.  The hardwood flooring makes the home look warm and inviting. All of these upgrades in a home plus 4" Plantation Shutters throughout the home.      The backyard is an amazing oasis with custom outdoor cooking area with BBQ, warming drawer, outdoor refrigerator.  To enhance the beauty of the backyard is a Fire & Ice fire pit with a waterfall, and custom lighting.     There is a brand new garage door... 08/10/2013

 29 Cranwell, Aliso Viejo, CA   29 Cranwell in Aliso Viejo 4 bedroom 2300 sf home for $799,900    For Sale       This beautifully remodeled home has every upgrade you can imagine. New kitchen with Viking appliances, custom cabinets, 4 burner gas range, custom recessed lighting throughout.  There are custom ceiling fans, throughout the home and 6" custom baseboards, 8" crown molding.  The hardwood flooring makes the home look warm and inviting. All of these upgrades in a home plus 4" Plantation Shutters throughout the home.    The backyard is an amazing oasis with custom outdoor cooking area with BBQ, warming drawer, outdoor refrigerator.  To enhance the beauty of the backyard is a Fire & Ice fire pit with a waterfall, and custom lighting.   There is a brand new garage door and garage do... 07/29/2013

Aliso Viejo Fireworks Show And More      Aliso Viejo July 4th Celebration & Fireworks  Thursday, July 4th 6pm to 9:30pm   Join us for a fun-filled July 4th Celebration at Grand Park beginning  at 6 pm There will be live entertainment, food and beverages  available for purchase, arts and crafts, complimentary face painting,  complimentary bounce houses, and a fireworks show at dusk. There  will also be a homemade apple pie contest.   LOCATION:   Grand Park; 26703 Aliso Creek Rd.   INFORMATION: (949) 243-7750 06/28/2013

  Aliso Viejo Fireworks Show         Aliso Viejo July 4th Celebration & Fireworks  Thursday, July 4th 6pm to 9:30pm   Join us for a fun-filled July 4th Celebration at Grand Park beginning  at 6 pm There will be live entertainment, food and beverages  available for purchase, arts and crafts, complimentary face painting,  complimentary bounce houses, and a fireworks show at dusk. There  will also be a homemade apple pie contest.   LOCATION:   Grand Park; 26703 Aliso Creek Rd.   INFORMATION: (949) 243-7750   06/28/2013

Aliso Viejo California Real Estate Market Report May 2013 Aliso Viejo California is seeing a rise in homes values and a decline in available homes for sale. This market is putting sellers at an advantage for several reasons. 1.) Multiple Offers: If you price your Aliso Viejo California home right you will get many offers from qualified buyers which will allow you, as the homeowner to get top dollar for your home in today's market as quickly as possible. 2.) Rent Back: Due to the lack of available homes for sale in Aliso Viejo California, many homeowners are concerned with if they sold their home, where are they going to live? A lot of buyer's in todays market are willing to rent the property back to the seller's for a few months to give the seller's more time to find their new home, as ... 05/02/2013

Aliso Viejo Home Values March 2013 Aliso Viejo home values is a seeing a steady rise. As available homes for sale in Aliso Viejo continues to decline and demand continues to rise so will the prices. The reports below explain the activity the Tiburon to Memory Lane experienced during the month of February-March. There are clearly more communities in Aliso Viejo then just those. If your community is not on this list and you would like to get a detailed report as to what homes are selling for in your area, follow the link to find out "what is my Aliso Viejo home worth?" to request a free market analysis. If you are looking to buy or sell your next home in Aliso Viejo, contact me, the Aliso Viejo Real Estate Expert, I would be happy to assist you! 03/05/2013

Milano Aliso Viejo Home Values milaThe Milano community in Aliso Viejo is an amazing gated community off of Wood Canyon Road with in walking distance of SOKA university and your local elementary school. Milano offers a variety of floor plans from 2 bedroom 1,150 sq. ft. units to 4 bedroom 1,750 sq. ft. units. There are currently three units in Milano currently under contract that are under 1,200 sq. ft. their current list prices vary from $319,000-$400,000. For those that live in the bigger floor plan units from 1500-1750 sq. ft. there were units that sold last fall with projected priced from $410,000-$451,000. I anticipate based on the inventory levels in Aliso of available homes for sale and the current high demand from consumers that are looking for housing, there is a good chance th... 03/04/2013

Bank Owned Foreclosures and Short Sale homes in Aliso Viejo are becoming somewhat harder to come by but continue to offer excellent opportunities for buyers. If you are currently looking to buy a home in Aliso Viejo, my website can provide you with a  complete and FREE LIST of all Aliso Viejo distressed properties that are currently listed for sale on the Orange County MLS. This list is kept updated at all times so be sure to add it to your favorites or simply register on my site to receive new listing updates daily - strongly recommended!   Buying distressed properties is extremely competitive but Aliso Viejo real estate bargains do exist. The best new listings often have offers within a couple of days so do not wait - get prequalified and act with a sense of urgency. Be sure to sign u... 02/10/2013

What can 600,000 buy you in Aliso Viejo? Aliso Viejo is a small master planned community near Laguna Beach California.  It is home to several corporate headquaters like Ketel One Vodka.  Very few cities offer so many award winning schools and parks in every corner. From convienient shopping to easy access to freeways, Aliso Viejo is one of the best places to live in Southern California. The quality of life does drive the prices of homes up, the average home costs about $700,000 in Aliso Viejo. So what can $600,000 buy you in Aliso Viejo CA? What can 600,000 buy you in Aliso Viejo? When you ready to buy in Aliso Viejo, I can be a valuable resource for you. View Larger Map 01/24/2013

Aliso Viejo Homes and Condos for Sale – Latest MLS Listings The following are the most current Aliso Viejo MLS Listings as of 1/15/2013. If you are in the market to buy an Aliso Viejo home, I would welcome the opportunity to work with you to find a home that matches your needs. David Grbich is the Broker Owner of Ventana Coastal Properties and serves the needs of buyers and sellers in Aliso Viejo. For the most up to date listings, be sure to simply click on the "Aliso Viejo Homes for Sale" link directly below.     View Results on a Map Showing properties 1 - 25 of 109. See more Aliso Viejo Homes for Sale. (all data current as of 1/15/2013) $474,900 : 28 Santa Clara St, Aliso Viejo 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths Home size: 1,500 sq ft Lot size: 3,158 sqft Year built: 1989 Parking spots: 6 ... 01/15/2013

COTTAGES ALISO VIEJO HOME VALUES The Cottages community is a Western National community in Aliso Viejo and consists of around 100 homes. The Cottages is a community of single family homes off of Wood Canyon Rd. across from SOKA University in Aliso Viejo. There are 3 floor plans of either 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms all have two car garages, square footage is between 1500-1950 and a good majority of these homes offer amazing views of the city and canyon in Aliso Viejo. The 2012 real estate year for the Cottages was a good one. In the Cottage Community in 2012 5 homes hit the market for sale. 4 of which sold. Sale prices of homes in the Cottages in 2012 were $412,000-$517,000. 1 home in the Cottages is currently under contract, in escrow. Home prices in the Cottages Community are making their way ... 01/01/2013

ALISO VIEJO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE,  MEMBER- CA COASTAL ESTATES - AV Aliso Viejo's first independent Chamber of Commerce was founded on August 22, 2012 when the first Board of Directors was elected and installed. We officially launched the chamber with our Kick-Off Gala on September 29, 2012 at Soka Performing Arts Center, and we held our first official breakfast meeting on October 17, 2012 at Aliso Viejo Country Club. Now our work begins!   The mission of Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce is to "encourage economic prosperity within the community and be an effective bridge between its businesses and the city" – and we hope that you will feel welcome to join us as we work together to promote and serve the community of Aliso Viejo. This is your opportunity to be a CHARTER MEMBER of Aliso Viejo... 12/28/2012

TIVOLI ALISO VIEJO HOME VALUES The Tivoli community in Aliso Viejo has seen a decent year in home sales. Values are definitely making their way up. The Tivoli Community in Aliso Viejo is split into two different sections the Tivoli I and II and is a Pacific Gateway community located off of Wood Canyon Road near SOKA University. There are around 100 homes in the Tivoli Community.  Tivoli I are attached condos that are Studio homes to 3 bedroom condos that are anywhere between 450-1900 square feet. The Tivoli II are single family homes that have 3-4 bedrooms, square footage ranges from 1700-2050. Each home also comes with an attached two car garage. In 2012 Tivoli I saw two homes come on the market, the sales price on those units were $150,000-$275,000. Tivoli II saw 3 homes come on the m... 12/27/2012

Colony Aliso Viejo Home Values The Colony in Aliso Viejo has seen a very busy year. The Colony in Aliso Viejo is a William Lyons community, built in the mid 90s, a great variety of single story to two level single family homes with 2-3 bedrooms, 2 car garages and around 1370-1380 square feet. There are around 100 homes in this community and located off of Wood Canyon Road near SOKA University. The 2012 year for the Colony community has seen 10 homes come on the market, 9 of which have sold, 1 currently in escrow. Colony sales prices this year have ranged from $323,000-$465,000. Home prices in the Colony Community are making their way up. Due to the low inventory market that Aliso Viejo is currently experiencing that is creating bidding wars for housing that meet the criteria of homes in... 12/27/2012