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Huntington Beach, CA Real Estate News

By Christine Donovan, Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M
(Donovan Blatt Realty)
Huntington Beach well known as “Surf City USA” with its excellent surfing has 8.5 miles of beaches and over 200,000 residents with 11 million visitors annually coming to see events such as the US Open of Surfing, the Surf City USA Marathon and AVP Pro Beach Volleyball. It is also known as one of the 10 safest cities It offers a wide variety of housing from moderately priced condos to multi-million dollar estates. Below is the current Huntington Beach market report: Market reports for other local areas: Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Central Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Newport Beach Real Estate Report South Coast Metro Costa Mesa Real Estate Report For more information ...
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By Renee Baccaro
(About to join TNG La Habra Brokers)
100k in upgrades in 05'. Beautiful granite in all bathrooms & kitchen. Double pane new clean crisp and bright windows throughout home. Huge back yard with new gazabo! 17901 Fernpoint Cir. HB. Must see. Call Renee Baccaro Realtor lic. 01718366. (562) 972 9886 see pics at http://reneebaccaro.com  
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By Christine Donovan, Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M
(Donovan Blatt Realty)
Huntington Beach well known as “Surf City USA” with its excellent surfing has 8.5 miles of beaches and over 200,000 residents with 11 million visitors annually coming to see events such as the US Open of Surfing, the Surf City USA Marathon and AVP Pro Beach Volleyball. It is also known as one of the 10 safest cities It offers a wide variety of housing from moderately priced condos to multi-million dollar estates. Below is the current Huntington Beach market report: Market reports for other local areas: Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Central Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Newport Beach Real Estate Report South Coast Metro Costa Mesa Real Estate Report For more information ...
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By Christine Donovan, Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M
(Donovan Blatt Realty)
The Huntington Beach Fourth of July Parade is an amazing celebration.  Over the years it has seen such celebrities as President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Natalie Wood, Zsa Zsa Gabor, astronaut Buzz Aldrin and Shirley Jones.  It is an all day celebration which starts with the Surf City 5K Run at 7:00 am, which is followed by the Kiwanis' Pancake Breakfast in Lake Park.  At 10:00 am, the parade begins near the Huntington Beach Pier and heads down Main Street.  It is quite an experience.  Whether you have never been or have been attending for the last 20 years (or more), make sure you get out and see what all of the excitement is about.     The amazing fireworks display begins at 9:00 pm. For more information see Huntington Beach Fourth of July Celebration. For more Orange County Fourth o...
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By Harrison K. Long, REALTOR , GRI, Broker associate, Attorney
(HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty)
Watch out for the annual Huntington Beach U.S. Indpendence Day Parade ~ Special Celebration of our U.S. Independence Day & City of Huntington Beach 100 Year Anniversary as a city. Saturday, July 4, 2009 ~ 8:00 A.M. Surf City 5K Run ~ (I ran this race many times with some friends) Marching bands Colorful floats Kids with face paint, ice cream and cotton candy Red, white and blue everywhere! Celebrate this day and 105th Annual Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade! ____________________  Harrison K. Long, Explore Group Properties, Coldwell Banker Previews, Irvine, CA. www.ExploreTheOC.com 
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By Mike Pahua, Orange County Short Sale Realtor
(Orange County Real Estate)
View all the Huntington Beach Foreclosures. Search addresses, map the properties, view pictures and virtual tours. No cost with easy registration. Updated every 4 hours. The main thoroughfare of Huntington Beach, Beach Boulevard, was originally a cattle route for the main industry of the Rancho. Since its time as a parcel of the enormous Spanish land grant, Huntington Beach has undergone many incarnations. One time it was known as Gospel Swamp for the revival meetings that were held in the marshland where the community college Golden West College can currently be found. Later it became known as Pacific City as it developed into a tourist destination. In order to secure access to the Red Car lines that used to criss-cross Los Angeles and ended in Long Beach, Pacific City ceded enormous p...
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By Ann Urias, Your Real Estate Concierge
(Aston Group - Orange County Real Estate)
Successful Huntington Beach Short Sale!!!   The mortgage holder bought the home 2 years ago for $ 638,000 and never refinanced. Property was listed 2 weeks prior to auction date. The property owner had 2 liens 1st mortgage $ 510,000  2nd mortgage $ 128,000 We received an offer for $ 490,000 with in 3 weeks of listing agreement. The lender took 8 weeks to approve both liens for a short sale. 1st lender accepted $ 454,000 2nd lender $ 3,000 The bank paid all past due taxes, escrow, title and commissions. This seller received a full settlement on both loans.   Interested in short selling your home contact Ann Urias with ReMax Homes and Estates Pre-Foreclosure division.   www.orangecountyshortsalerealtor.com for more info. List with an experienced Orange County Short Sale Realtor
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By Ann Urias, Your Real Estate Concierge
(Aston Group - Orange County Real Estate)
RE/MAX Homes & Estates Pre-Foreclosure Division 9241 Irvine Boulevard, Suite 150, Irvine, California 92618 (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 cre...
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By Sharon Paxson, Newport Beach Real Estate
(Sharon Paxson, Realtor® EQTY Forbes Global Properties)
All photographs are taken and posted by Sharon Paxson, copyright© 2009.  All rights reserved. Photographs may not be copied, or reproduced without the express, written permission of Sharon Paxson, Realtor, Prudential California Realty, Newport Beach.. All rights reserved.  Contact Sharon Paxson for permission for use of photograph, and permission may be granted in writing from Sharon Paxson.
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By Sharon Paxson, Newport Beach Real Estate
(Sharon Paxson, Realtor® EQTY Forbes Global Properties)
Life Rolls On On Sunday, May 2nd, there was an incredible event at Huntington State Beach. The event was a surfing event for young people whose lives have been impacted by spinal cord injury. This event was called "They Will Surf Again - TWSA" TWSA is a no cost program offered  by Life Rolls On. This program offers surfing for those who have sustained a spinal cord injury. There were many particpants as well volunteers and observers. Life Rolls On uses action sports to for young people affected with spinal cord injuries.   Jesse Billauer was an up and coming surfer, and sustained a spinal cord injury surfing. As a result of this injury, the phrase "Life Rolls On" was established. Find more information about Life Rolls On history.At the event, each participant was fitted with a wet suit,...
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By Janet French
(Silverstar Finance Inc.)
The Question Remains, What is Really Happening in the Real Estate Market? Lenders for months have been holding back a high volume of homes in the foreclosure pipeline that could further depress home values if they are released at once into the market, industry experts say. The artificially created shortage of foreclosed homes for sale comes when there is a strong resurgence of home buying, with consumers finding, often to their surprise, that they must make multiple offers to compete for a diminished supply of bargain homes. Meanwhile, financial institutions have been encouraged by federal and state lawmakers to slow the foreclosure process to provide more time to work with borrowers on mortgage modifications in an effort to reduce foreclosures. So where does this game playing lead us? ...
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By Janet French
(Silverstar Finance Inc.)
Did you know? It's Financial Literacy Month. And to long with this, please read this perfect quote to think about as you go through this very changing period of time. "What is" is always shifting. Be aware of the shift in order to create the life I want. Please take a moment to watch my SHORT, yes it's true, it's only 1:56 mins, video PRESIDENT OBAMA URGES MILLIONS TO REFINANCE THEIR MORTGAGE Quote of the Week: "There are 7 to 9 Million people across the country, who right now, could be taking advantage of lower mortgage rates." ~Barrack Obama CLICK ME TO READ MSNBC ARTICLE CLICK ME TO WATCH OBAMA'S PRESS CONFERENCE Please remember, we are able to orchestrate the new programs available and are excited about the programs that are being released in the next few weeks. Part of being qualif...
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By Alan Cirson
(Platinum Real Estate Group - Huntington Beach)
Well it is getting better little by little we are making more victories on the front lines. Mortgage Loan Modifications are getting approved at a much faster rate. Refinance money seems to be available once again at a more reasonable interest rate. However the negative thing is we are seeing more lenders closing the door on 10% down programs as the PMI companies can no longer afford to offer Mortgage Insurance for borrowers high risk high LTV loans. So if you need a low down it is best to research FHA LOAN options and try your luck there. Short Sales are creeping back in the spotlight as more and more Loan Modificaiton cadidates are reserving their rights to a Short Sale Sales Transaction. I think the Obama Plan is actually working, amen and God Bless America.
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By Christine Donovan, Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M
(Donovan Blatt Realty)
Huntington Beach well known as “Surf City USA” with its excellent surfing has 8.5 miles of beaches and over 200,000 residents with 11 million visitors annually coming to see events such as the US Open of Surfing, the Surf City USA Marathon and AVP Pro Beach Volleyball. It is also known as one of the 10 safest cities It offers a wide variety of housing from moderately priced condos to multi-million dollar estates. Below is the current Huntington Beach market report: Market reports for other local areas: Newport Beach Real Estate Report South Coast Metro Real Estate Report Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Report For more information on the value of a particular home please visit Hu...
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By Larry & Laurie Weichman, A Tradition of Success
(Weichman Real Estate, A Trusted Name In Orange County Real Estate)
Why are short sales an important option for seller's in today's market? In the simplest terms, short sales are a last hope for people looking to avoid foreclosure. The market that we are experiencing today is full of homeowners who are truly hurting and they don't know where to start or who to turn to. Short sales, although not an ordinary transaction, are a good alternative for sellers who are either in a foreclosure already, or are headed toward one. It is crucial that real estate professionals take the time to understand that these are real families on the verge of losing their home. It is our job to embrace these individuals and at the same time give back to the communities in which they live, and we work. What are some advantages to offering short sales? The biggest advantage to of...
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By Ann Urias, Your Real Estate Concierge
(Aston Group - Orange County Real Estate)
RE/MAX Homes & Estates Pre-Foreclosure Division 9241 Irvine Boulevard, Suite 150, Irvine, California 92618 (714) 588 -7676 ∙  www.ReMaxAnn.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 fi...
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By Christine Donovan, Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M
(Donovan Blatt Realty)
This Saturday, April 11, 2009, the City of Huntington Beach Community Services Department and the Huntington Beach Kiwanis Club will be having their annual Easter Egg Hunt in Huntington Central Park between 9:30 am and Noon.  The Easter egg hunt is free.  So, bring your kids, and enjoy the fun. In addition to the hunt, there will also be exhibits, entertainment, music and a visit from the Easter Bunny.  Pancakes and other food will be available to purchase. For more information call 714-536-5486.   *************************************************************************** About the author: Christine Donovan is a California Residential Real Estate Broker with experience in assisting clients buy and sell residential real estate. For information on Huntington Beach homes or the value of a...
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By Janet French
(Silverstar Finance Inc.)
Great News!!! It's really nice to finally hear some good news on the home front. Sales of new single-family homes jumped 4.7 percent from January to February, the Commerce Department reported today. And interest rates are hitting all time lows since 1971. But...Better compared to what? What you are NOT hearing is that there is STILL a lot of volatility in the market. Now you may be aware of this but it's important to keep that in perspective and definitely within your focus, especially when you are advising your clients on the right steps to take over the next few years. I couldn't believe it, this morning on one of the major news channels, I actually heard the newscaster say that interest rates hit an all time low today of 4.375%! I couldn't believe what I was hearing. Over the last 2 ...
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By Sharon Paxson, Newport Beach Real Estate
(Sharon Paxson, Realtor® EQTY Forbes Global Properties)
Huntington State Beach Lifeguard Try OutsThe try outs for a lifeguard position can be exhausting, and you have to be both physically and mentally prepared. On March 7, 2009, the lifeguard tryouts were held at Huntington State Beach. The re-qualification for existing lifeguards were held first, and the applicants were able to watch. The requirements for the re-qualifications were for the lifeguards to swim a 1000 yard open water swim within 20 minutes. The permanent lifeguards set up for this event with the lifeguard boat, set up buoys to swim around, launch the personal watercraft, and have lifeguards on duty to ensure it is a safe event.For the re-qualifications for Huntington State Beach, 81 people showed up. Some were wearing wet suits and others were not. The water was approximately...
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By Sharon Paxson, Newport Beach Real Estate
(Sharon Paxson, Realtor® EQTY Forbes Global Properties)
Gold's Gym in Huntington Beach Are you looking for a serious gym in Orange County? Gold's is the place that offers a friendly training environment and fitness for all levels. I highly recommend Gold's Gym in Huntington Beach. I am a member there, and really enjoy it. Gold's is located just a short drive from Newport Beach and offers another environment for a great work out. Gold's Gym is located at: Gold's Gym Huntington Beach8875 Adams AvenueHuntington Beach, CA 92646Phone: 714-378-4784www.goldsgym.com Gold's is open a wide range of hours to suit the fitness schedule of each member. The hours are as follows: Monday - Thursday: 5:00 am -12:00 amFriday: 5:00 am -10:00 pmSaturday & Sunday: 6:00 am - 8:00 pmThere is also childcare available. The hours for child care are:Monday to Friday 7:...
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