What is the market doing in San Clemente, California?   What has been going on over the the past six months?  Is the credit crunch affecting individuals buying homes? Here is the average SOLD price per square foot in San Clemente for the past 6 months... 08/2007     $472 09/2007     $428 10/2007     $493 11/2007     $442 12.2007     $416 01/2008     $427 So far, for February, the average price per square foot is $308.  Between 2007 and 2008 the average price per square foot in San Clemente decreased approximately 2.6%. There is still plenty of money available for purchasing a home.  Before you decide to start shopping in San Clemente, California there are several things going on in the mortgage market that you should be aware of.  To find out how these changes  affect you, you should sp... 02/18/2008

Mortgage Market Report for Wednesday February 6th, 2008The same volatility continues in the bond market.  Yesterdays selloff in stocks boosted the bond market as again investors are looking for security in bonds.  However, today stocks are trading higher and putting pressure on bonds.  Several members of the Federal Reserve are speaking today and the market may react on those comments.  Bond prices are below the resistance at the top of the trading range.   This confirms the volatile market that we are faced with on a daily basis.  We recommend floating for today but be prepared to take advantage of the favorable rates should we see any sudden changes. Thank you for listening to  http://www.contactherrick.com/  We will have another report for you, your family, your friends and your impo... 02/06/2008

San Clemente has seen alot of activity these past four weeks.  And for the first time in several months the most active price point was not the 1 million and over mark.  The most active price point was the $800,000-$999,999 price range with 17 homes sold. Out of all the So. Orange county cities, San Clemente leads the total number of homes closing escrow in the period from 10/27/2007-11/27/2007 with 51 closings.  Way to go San Clemente!  If you or someone you know would like to buy or sell a home in San Clemente, please give me a call. I am available for all your Real Estate needs. Single Family Sales -ResidentialPriceBedrooms2 or less34 or moreCondos$0-$99,9990000$100,000-$149,9990000$150,000-$199,9990000$200,000-$249,9990000$250,000-$299,9990000$300,000-$349,9990000$350,000-$374,99900... 12/01/2007

Below you will find the Activity Report for the last 4 weeks for the South Orange County Area.  The area saw a drop in overall listings with an increase in overall closed escrows.  San Clemente lead the activity with this past week with most properties in escrow,57, most active properties on the market, 552, and most closed escrows, 51.  Another interesting note is that in the last 4 weeks we have seen an overall increase in the total amount of closed escrows starting the period with 145 and ending with 170.  There also was a decrease in the amount of active homes on the market as we started the period with 2479 and ended it with 2349.  These numbers are good news for sellers.  If you or someone you know needs to buy or sell a home, please do not hesitate to give me a call.   South Oran... 11/28/2007

Get your cameras ready and those Holiday outfits out of the closet.  It is time to go visit Santa.  Here is a local list of Santa sights.   I don't know if any elves or reindeer will be hand but the big guy himself has promised to not disappoint.The Shops at Mission ViejoNov. 9-Dec.24th949-364-1771wwww.shops-at-mission-viejo.comSanta's Workshop at La Paz & ChrisantaNov. 29th-Dec.20th6p.m.-8p.m.www.mvactivities.com/events_info.htmFashion Island Newport BeachNov.16th-Dec.24th949-721-2000www.shopfashionisland.comSouth Coast PlazaNov. 16th-Dec.24th714-435-2000www.southcoastplaza.comLaguna Hills MallNov. 10th-Nov.24th949-586-8283www.simon.comIrvine Spectrum, Near TargetNov.23rd-Dec.24th949-753-5180www.shopirvinespectrumcenter.comSan Clemente Candy Cane CarnivalDec.1st2:30-6:30949-361-8264www... 11/11/2007

With every tragedy, unfortunately Scam Artists come out of the woodwork. The Better Business Bureau has posted an article on the following scams that they feel might occur during the next few weeks.  Crooked Home-Improvement ContractorsPhony Charity GivingBogus Police and Firefighters Fund-raisersInsurance Scams Questions to ask :Is it a Reputable Firm?Are they asking for money upfront?Is the phone number local?If you or someone you know has been affected by the fires, please have them check the Better Business Bureau site so that they don't lose even more.www.sd.bbb.orgOr you can call 1-800-600-7050To check if a contractor is Licensed:Call the State Licensing Contractors Board at 1-800-321-2752If I can help you or someone you know with a lease or purchase of a home, please do not hesit... 11/05/2007

Here is last month's sales report for San Clemente.  Once again the trend in most sales activity tends to be $1,000,000 and above.  Condo's and those homes with 4 or more bedrooms were the hottest sellers.  If you'd like more information on Homes for Sale in the San Clemente area, please do not hesitate to give me a call.Single Family Sales Report       Bedrooms     Price 2 or less34 or moreCondos $0-$99,999 0000 $100,000-$149,999 0000 $150,000-$199,999 0000 $200,000-$249,999 0000 $250,000-$299,999 0000 $300,000-324,999 0000 $325,000-$349,999 0001 $350,000-$374,999 0000 $375,000-$399,999 0000 $400,000-$424,999 0001 $425,000-$449,999 0001 $450,000-$474,999 0002 $475,000-$499,999 0001 $500,000-$549,999 1003 $550,000-$599,999 1101 $600,000-$649,999 0100 $650,000-$699,999 0020 $700,000-$749... 11/03/2007

In the last year over 100 mortgage lenders have gone out of business due to the "mortgage meltdown" as most of you might now it is getting much more difficult to qualify for mortgages in San Clemente. The reason it is difficult to qualify for your San Clemente mortgage is because guidelines have changed drastically. Even reverse mortgages in San Clemente are getting harder to qualify for, leaving many looking for a honest mortgage company in San Clemente.Since many mortgage brokers in San Clemente are going out of business, and others are not able to get you qualified, you need to call a reputable company to help you with your home mortgage in San Clemente. We here at America One Mortgage Group are a national company headquartered out of Southern California. We have offices in many stat... 10/22/2007

Here are the Home Sales Report figures for San Clemente from Sept. 2, 2007-Oct. 2,2007.  What I find interesting in this data is that the most activity took place in the over $1,000,000 range.  People are buying homes and if you are interested in purchasing a home, please consider using me as your agent.  I am here for all your Real Estate needs.  San Clemente Single Family Sales       Bedrooms   Price Class 2 or less34 or morecondo$0-$99,000 0000$100,000-$149,999 0000$150,000-$199,999 0000$200,000-$249,999 0000$250,000-$299,999 0000$300,000-$324,999 0000$325,000-$349,999 0000$350,000-$374,999 0000$375,000-$399,999 0000$400,000-$424,999 0001$425,000-$449,999 0001$450,000-$474,999 0100$475,000-$499,999 0000$500,000-$549,999 1001$550,000-$599,999 1001$600,000-$649,999 0000$650,000-$699,99... 10/03/2007

Here is the most Up To Date Market Trends for San Clemente. Each week we take a snapshot of the market. This Altos Research Real-time Market Profile (TM) is the most up-to date market information available. The Profile shows you not only pricing and market numbers, but also trends in those numbers.    THIS WEEKThe median single family home price in SAN CLEMENTE this week is $1065000.The Market Action index has been trending down lately, while days-on -market is climbing, providing mostly bearish signs for the market.PRICEThe market seems to have paused around this plateau. The Market Action Index is a good leading indicator for the durability of this trend.SUPPLY AND DEMANDLocal conditions are currently quite strongly in the Buyer's Market zone (below 30). The 90-day Market Action Index... 10/03/2007

If you didn't make it to the San Clemente Fiesta Fair yesterday, you missed out on some great fun.  There were activities for people of all ages and by the pictures I took I think everyone could say they had a good time.  One of the most memorable for me were the comments I overheard to our active duty servicemen.  So many people came up to them, shook their hands and said Thank you for serving our country.  And yes, some of them had just returned from Iraq but you could tell by the smiles on their faces they were happy to be home.  Please take a moment and click on the link to view the pictures of this years Fiesta fair.  If you like what you see, make it a point to come visit the San Clemente Fiesta Fair next year and while you are here, don't hesitate to call me if you'd like to view... 08/13/2007

So do you have plans on Sunday?  Are your kids making you want to pull your hair out by repeatedly saying that they're bored?  Well I've got something that will be fun for the whole family.  On Sunday, August 12th, San Clemente is hosting their annual Fiesta Fair.  It takes place on Avenida Del Mar and is sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce.  The street will be filled with games, food booths, a Salsa Challenge and live music ranging from tribute bands to local garage rock bands.  Because the city is expecting 15,000 people to attend parking will be tough.  Therefore, a free shuttle service has been set up at San Clemente High School at 700 Avenida Pico.  It is currently scheduled to run every 1/2 hour so plan on giving yourself some extra time. Hours for the Fair are 9a.m.-7p.m.  Direc... 08/11/2007

Well did my headline get your attention?  I hope so!  I ran across this article today in the Orange County Register and after asking the writer for permission to post it, thought it one to share with you all.  This article gives us a whole new meaning to the phrase " Luxury Housing".Enjoy! www.ocregister.com/ocregister/news/local/article_1799214.phpSan Clemente is a beautiful coastal community in Southern California and they should be proud to have their community featured for doing such a charitable act.  If you or someone you know would like more information about San Clemente, please don't hesitate to ask! 08/06/2007