Cynthia 's Blog

Hosting an Open House tomorrow (Saturday from 1-4pm) at an incredible property, 967 Gaviota in the heart of Laguna Beach, a 4 bedroom 5.5 bath oceanfront home that sits right on the sand!  Priced at $13,800,000. Take advantage of the rare opportunity to be able to see this home!  Call me with any...

I saw this in the National Association of Realtors - Realtor Magazine.  Not sure how many have seen the article but it doesn't hurt to be repeated.  I had a similar experience when I was working real estate many years ago in New Hampshire.  Here's a link to the full article: http://realtormag.rea...

Are you looking for a home in Laguna Beach? Now is the best time to buy with interest rates so low - currently in the mid 3's percent! Don't miss out by thinking prices are going to come down more. I've been hearing this forever and it just isn't happening.  I've already seen prices inching up an...

My favorite time of the year!! The 22nd Annual Winter Fantasy begins Saturday, November 17th and will run for four weeks from 10am - 6pm. There will be artwork from over 170 talented artisans including ceramics, hand blown glass, jewelry, clothing, textiles, painting, photography, etc.  There wil...

Mickey Mouse will be at the Fashion Island Tree Lighting Ceremony on Tues. Nov 13th and Wed Nov. 14th at 6:00pm. Mickey and his Disney pals from the Disneyland Resort will be there to spread some of the joy from the Happiest Place on Earth!  Following the ceremony, Santa will arrive at the Atrium...

Help Us Help Others By Supporting Orange County's Annual Holiday Food Drive benefitting Second Harvest Food Bank. Your donated items will help feed 240,000 people this month :) Most needed items include: Canned meats, canned fish, beef stew, chili, pasta, macaroni & cheese, rice, beans, canned fr...

In addition to the increase in sales in California, there has been a decrease in foreclosure activity. First quarter foreclosures were at their lowest level in almost five years!  This is due to a more stable economy and housing market, as well as an increase in short sales. (Short sales are tran...

California home sales were up 26.5% in March according to Data Quick news. Although a jump in sales from Feb to March is normal for the season, last month sales were the strongest since 2007! Distressed sales (foreclosures and short sales) continue to make up more than half of California resale m...

New Season of Selling LA starts this Thursday! Want to check out celebrity homes or just have a chance to view some awesome properties?   "From Beverly Hills to the Sunset Strip, Los Angeles is a place where the rich and famous live large, and everyone has a dream. For the area’s real estate brok...

I will be hosting Open Houses at two BRAND NEW listings this weekend. Listed today:22682 S. Canada Court in Lake Forest - Range priced at $519,990 - $559,990.  This is a 3 BR, 3 BA lake front home just completely remodeled, comes with a dock, electric boat and membership to the Lake Forest Beach ...