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Granville is a guard gated golf course community in Newport Beach right on the Newport Beach Country Club golf course.  The Newport Beach Country Club is a private country club, and has a beautiful golf course. The community of Granville is located right along the golf course, and there are both upper and lower units. The upper units features sweeping golf course views, and do have partial ocean view as well. The lower units actually open onto the golf course. Granville in Newport Beach is a community of approximately 67 homes.

Granville in Newport Beach is also walking distance to tennis courts in Newport Beach as well. Granville is also walking distance to upscale dining at Fashion Island in Newport Beach.

Currently, there are two active listings in Granville in Newport Beach. All of the active listings are standard sales. The last sale in Granville in Newport Beach was in December, 2011. There were a total of two sales in 2011, and both sales were standard sales. Search the MLS for Granville condos for sale in Newport Beach, and Newport Beach Real Estate.

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For the most-up-to-date information in Newport Beach, we urge you to contact us.  We can assist you with all aspects of buying or selling real property in this and other neighborhoods and communities in Newport Beach.  Also ask to be placed on an instant notification system when any new Newport Beach MLS listings come on the market or price reductions in the Newport Beach area are posted.

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Information on this page is based on information on real estate for sale in Newport Beach area per the CRMLS and is deemed reliable but, not guaranteed.

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

When you are in the process of interviewing and selecting Newport Beach Real Estate agents, an important consideration is if that agent utilizes electronic signatures on the real estate contracts and documents. As part of my practice as a Newport Beach Realtor, I utilize electronic signatures for all my Real Estate transactions, and I utilize a program called Docusign. I have been utilizing this program for several years now. Initially it was ideal for out of state clients, however now I utilize it with all my clients and they all appreciate the sophistication and ease it affords them.

Docusign is an amazing program which allows my clients to sign their documents and  contracts without ever having to print out a document, sign it, scan it, or fax it to return it. This improves the quality of the documents as well as they are not constantly being faxed over and over again reducing the quality of the document.

With the use of Docusign, a document can be signed electronically. Some of my clients have even signed right from their smart phone of iPad.

Once a document is signed by all parties, it is returned to the originator where it can be saved as a PDF and sent,

With the use of Docusign, it eliminates the following:

1. Printing (saves paper)
2. Signing (with ink)
3. Scanning or Faxing

And it is a green program, saving paper in the process because it is all done electronically. So my clients prefer that, and they really like the convenience of utilizing this program.

You may want to ask the Newport Beach Real estate agents you are interviewing if they utilize Docusign or some other method of electronic signature. With Real Estate transactions, time is of the essence, and it is imperative to get documents signed and back to the other party in a timely manner. Docusign helps facilitate this.

Real Estate in general is evolving with technology, and it is important to have a Newport Beach Real Estate agent who is utilizing all the tools that will assist you with the purchase or sale of your home. And it benefits you - as the buyer or seller to select an agent who utilizes Docusign.

If I can answer any questions about the use of Docusign, please contact me.

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com 

Big Canyon in Newport Beach has several different builder tracts. Whether you are considering a custom Newport Beach golf course home or a Newport Beach condo, Big Canyon is a highly sought after area.

The Big Canyon area in Newport Beach  is bordered by Ford Road, MacArthur, San Joaquin and Jamboree. Big Canyon is located on the Big Canyon golf course at the Big Canyon Country Club which is a members only club. The photo below is a photo of the clubhouse which was recently built.

There are many beautiful golf course homes which are located in Big Canyon.  Big Canyon in Newport Beach has beautiful custom homes located on the golf course in Big Canyon. Big Canyon in Newport Beach is walking distance to Fashion Island in Newport Beach which features upscale dining and shopping. Enjoy one of the many activities at Fashion Island in Newport Beach including the Fashion Island tree lighting ceremony which is an annual event which takes place in November of every year.

There are currently 25 active listings in Big Canyon in Newport Beach, four in back up, three in pending, and there was one sale in December, 2011.

The absorption rate is as follows. The rate is showing a stable market trending towards a seller's market in Big Canyon in Newport Beach.

Compared to last month, the sales were as follows:

Listings are down by -20 which is a huge number from December, 2010
Back Up is the same as November, 2011
Pending is down from last month -1 from November, 2011
Sold is up from last month +3 from November, 2011

In the past one year, of the 35 sales, there were nine distressed sales. They were all short sales with the exception of one which was an REO sale.

In my opinion, the trend will continue with regards to the stable market and trending towards the sellers market.

Find lifestyle information about Big Canyon in Newport Beach.

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Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

Balboa Island in Newport Beach is a man made set of three islands in Newport Beach and they include the main island, the little island and Collins Island. Collins Island in Newport Beach is a gated community and has only 8 homes located on it. The homes on Collins Island have incredible views of Newport Harbor. Balboa Island is a highly sought after area of Newport Beach.

Are you looking to visit Balboa Island in Newport Beach, then you can take the Balboa Island Ferry which makes a very short passage from the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach. It is about a 3 or 4 minute trip, but well worth it. The ferry transports three autos, bicycles, and pedestrians. The beauty if living on Balboa Island is enjoying the bay life style and a quick trip over to the Balboa Peninsula takes you to the sandy beaches and waves.

Currently, there are 15 active listings, 1 is in back up,  2 are pending and there were three sales in the month of December, 2011. The sales have increased from the prior month.

 Listings are down -7 from November, 2011

Back up is down from November, 2011
Pending is down -1 from November, 2011
Sold is up +3 from November, 2011

Of the 42 sold homes in the past one year, there were seven distressed sales - six were short sales, and one was a bank owned or REO property. In general, Balboa Island is showing a stable to a seller's market with the absorption rate.

In my opinion, the stable market will continue and we may see a positive trend towards a seller's market with the declining inventory and the increase in sales.

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Bella Bleu in Costa Mesa is hosting a fashion show featuring the Newport Harbor Varsity Dance Team coming up on Saturday, January 28, 2012. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Newport Harbor High Dance Team Arreis.

The Fashion Show details are as follows:

Saturday, January 28, 2012
from 2:00 pm to 4:00 p

Enjoy music from well known DJ Mark Crenshaw, as well as appetizers and drinks.

Bella Bleu is located at:

333 East 17th Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 722.2538

Bella Bleu has beautiful women’s apparel, accessories and there is also home decor.

The Newport Harbor High Varsity Dance Team will be working the run way in Bella Bleu’s newest fashions.  Bella Bleu will be featuring winter formal dresses, and for those of you who are looking for a last minute dress, consider coming to this great Fashion Show to pick out your favorite dress or outfit.

Bella Bleu is graciously supporting the Newport Harbor High Dance Team by offering 10% of all sales on January 28, 2012 will benefit the Dance Team. Bella Bleu offers fabulous fashion at affordable prices.

Invite all your friends and come and view these fantastic new fashions and support the Newport Harbor High Dance Team and Bella Bleu. We will look forward to seeing you at the Bella Bleu Fashion Show this Saturday.

Originally posted at NewportHarborHighDanceBoosters.com

Newport Shores in Newport Beach is a great beach community of approximately 440 homes located on the west side of Newport Beach.  In Newport Shores, there are both single family homes and there are condos, and duplexes as well.

The community of Newport Shores has a community pool, clubhouse, tennis court, sand volley ball court and basketball court for the residents of Newport Shores in Newport Beach. Currently, there are 5 active listings in Newport Shores in Newport Beach, and there is one other active listing which is not in the MLS at 233 Canal Street being offered at $1,400,000. 

In December, 2011, there were no sales, and only one back up property. All of the active properties are standard or equity sales, and the back up property is also a standard sale.

Listings are the same since November

Sales are down from November -2

Market absorption is still considered a buyers market in Newport Shores in Newport Beach.

The following graph represents the number of units sold by year since 2002 with the average median price by year. In 2011, in Newport Shores, a total of 14 homes were sold.  That is up from 2010 by four. Of the 14 homes sold in Newport Shores, six were distressed sales. That is up by two from 2010 where there were four distressed sales of a total of 10 sold.

However, in 2011, the median price increased as you can see in the graph below. The median price is ver

y close to 2004 pricing.

Based upon market trends, and the fact that there is such limited inventory for sale in Newport Shores, I believe that the market will remain a seller's market. And because there continue to be standard or equity sales which is currently the majority of listings. Search the MLS for Newport Shores homes for sale, and Newport Beach Real Estate.

Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs

The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard try-outs are going to be held starting next month at Corona del Mar High School. Corona del Mar High School is located at:

2101 Eastbluff Drive
Corona del Mar, CA 92660

The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard tryouts will be held rain or shine on the following dates:

Sunday - February 6th 9am - 12noon
Sunday, February 13th 9am - 12 noon
Tuesday, February 15th 6:30pm - 8pm
Sunday- February 19th 9am -Noon
Sunday, February 20th 9am - 12 noon
Tuesday - February 22nd 6:30pm - 8pm
Monday - February 27th 6pm - 8pm
Tuesday - March 1 6:30pm- 8pm
Sunday - March 4th 9am -Noon
Monday - March 5th 6pm - 8pm
Sunday -  March 11th 9am -Noon
Monday -  March 12th 6pm - 8pm

Make sure that your child has been practicing for this event, as it is coming up soon in the next few weeks.

The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard is a great program. Both of my daughters participated in this event, and they learned about ocean safety and beach safety. My older daughter is now an ocean lifeguard at Huntington State Beach. The photos in this post are of an event of the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard program called the monster mile, where the Newport Beach junior guards run a mile and swim back a mile.

The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard only accepts 1250 participants for the summer program which is beginning on June 27, 2011 and runs through August 16, 2011.

The criteria for the 2011 swim test is as follows:

The Junior Lifeguard candidates will be able to swim 100 yards under the time standard for each specific age group. And the Junior Lifeguard candidate be able to tread water for three minutes.

The following are the age requirements Junior Lifeguards as of June 25, 2012.

9 Year Olds -    1:55
10 - 11 Years - 1:45
12 - 13 Years - 1:40
14 - 15 Years - 1:35

Additionally, you will need to bring the following information to the swim test:

A copy of the candidate's birth certificate or Passport must be presented prior to taking the swim test to verify the age.

Newport Beach Residents and residents from out of the area are able participate in the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard program. To register as a Newport Beach Resident, there are three forms of identification are required. View the Newport Beach Junior lifeguard website for more information.

For more information, view the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard program website. Or contact the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard program at 949.675.8420.

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

The French Riviera is one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. I have so many fond memories of it, from enjoying the people, the food, the architecture and the beach. The beach in Nice is different as there is not soft sand like there is in California, rather there are rounded rocks which is why there were lounges on the beach. The architecture of the surrounding buildings was incredible. Nice was one of my all time favorite places, and look forward to going back.

You have prepared to sell your Newport Beach home to sell, and you have addressed deferred maintenance, made necessary repairs, you are thinking like a buyer, you have selected your Newport Beach Realtor, and this post will be addressing managing your listing. This is the last post in the series of preparing your Newport Beach home to sell, and the next series will be on the process and steps of selling your home.

Important considerations include the following:

1. Put away valuables and prescription drugs. Don't keep them in a drawer, sometimes prospects open drawers. This is for your own safety.
2. I mentioned in the first post, remove personal photographs. Prospects and even Real Estate agents get distracted and look at personal photos. You want your home to be as generic as possible. I have had showings when the Real Estate agent walked around and looked at every single personal photograph in the property.
3. Keep home organized and clean during listing period - including beds made, dishes done, counters clean, etc. You never know when you are going to have a showing. Also, keep your yard clean as well especially if you have a pet.
4. Regarding showings, are you going to require an appointment to view the property? That is a discussion for you and your Real Estate agent. Keep in mind easy access to the property is preferred, however if you have children, pets that need to be managed, perhaps consider a couple of hours notice.
5. Don't stay in the house when the Agent comes to show your house. Buyers generally do not feel comfortable if the owner's are in the house. If you have a pet - go and take it for a walk during the showing.
6. Are you going to require your Real Estate agent to be there for all showings? Every homeowner is different. I can argue both sides of this - by having the listing agent in the property then they can describe amenities and neighborhood as well if someone is from out of area. However, sometimes a buyer prefers to only have their agent with them as they tour the property.
7. Consider the use of an electronic lock box. First of all they can be programmed to only allow it to operate during certain hours (which is something I do). The benefit of lock boxes is that it is easy access, the agent has to be a member of the board to utilize the lock boxes (as opposed to combo lock boxes), and lastly the lock box records everyone who enters the property and the listing agent can see their name, email, and contact information. I utilize this to contact the agent for feedback so I can pass it along to the seller/owner.
8. Is your Agent going to hold Broker Preview or opens? This is something that I do recommend and think it is beneficial as it allows the agents to come through the property who may have a buyer for your property.
9. Are you going to allow open houses? Again a discussion for you and your real estate agent. Open houses typically do not sell homes, however it does happen.

One last comment, if you do not get a lot of action during the first two weeks that your property is listed for sale, then you need to consider the price. You may be above the market.

If I can answer any questions about preparing your home to sell, please contact me.

Read the entire series here on preparing your home to sell.

Addressing Deferred Maintenance
Getting Top Dollar
Think Like a Buyer
Selecting Your Realtor
Managing Your Listing

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com