Broker Brian's Blog

Knowing the numbers surrounding loan modifications is useful.  Homeowners that are having difficulty making their monthly payments need to explore all of their options.  Loan modification, unfortunately, will not be the right answer for most distressed homeowners. What Should I Do If My Loan Mod...

26461 Naccome is a fantastic property in a great neighborhood.  The house has a great yard and view.  The schools in this area are top notch! 26461 Naccome Drive    Price Reduced To $515,000.00 MISSION VIEJO, CA 5BR/3BA Single Family House $515,000 Year Built 1968 Sq Footage 2,300 Bedrooms 5 Bat...

Ladera Ranch Nature Hike When:  January 9th, 2011 6:00am-8:00am Where: Directions will be provided to registered participants Cost:  Free Register: TheReserveAtRanchoMissionViejo@gmail.com Start the New Year off with a scenic nature hike in Lader Ranch.  The Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo is hos...

Waterfront living in Lake forest is wonderful.  Waking up to the view of the lake is like being on vacation everyday.  Dave Gubler's post does a superb job of laying out the lakes.  As a previous waterfront Lake Forest resident, I was surprised to find out how few people knew about the lakes.  It...

f you are timing the market for a low-point it sure looks like this is going to be it.  I don't have a crystal ball but the lower inventory combined with stabilizing sale prices both point to  a turnaround. Ladera Ranch Home Sales - Real Estate Market Report November 2010 Up to date information o...

Mello-Roos are probably one of the most misunderstood parts of real estate in California.  This post by Dave Gubler offers some fantastic information that clears up a lot questions that agents & clients have in California.What Is Mello-Roos?  Willy Wonka's Latest Creation?  Unfortunately no. Not ...

Ladera Ranch-Individual Holiday House Decorating Contest Time is running out to get your entry forms in for the Ladera Ranch Individual Decorating Contest.  ENTRIES ARE DUE TODAY DECEMBER 6TH BY 5PM TO OAK KNOLL VILLAGE CLUB OR BY FAXING TO 949-388-8301 Entry forms are available at LaderaLife Be ...

Ladera Ranch Neighborhood Decorating Contest There's no better way to show your holiday spirit than to team up with your neighborhood for the annual Neighborhood Decorating Contest.   Neighborhoods are judged on 4 criteria:  Originality, Creativity, Curb Appeal, and Use of Lighting.  Judging take...

Ladera Ranch Menorah Lighting-Hanukkah at the Ranch Ladera Ranch celebrates Hanukkah with the annual Menorah Lighting. When:  Sunday December 4th, 2010 Time:  4:00pm Where: Town Green Cost:    Free The annual Ladera Ranch Festival of Lights is a great event attended by Ladera residents of all fai...

Ladera Ranch Tree Lighting Ceremony When:    Friday, December 3rd 2010 Where:   Town Green Time:     5:00pm Cost:      Free Be a part of Ladera Ranch's Tree Lighting Ceremony this Friday, December 3rd.  The annual holiday traditon is one of the highlights of Ladera's calendar.  Our beautiful 60 f...