Category: Orange County Living
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Beyond the Shoreline: Navigating the Roots of Coastal Orange County
Orange County’s coastline is world-renowned for its sun kissed beaches, but for those who call these cities home (or dream of doing so) the true story lies in the details of the land and data. While the Pacific Ocean draws us in, the communities of Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach and their exclusive enclaves…
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You know you’re a Corona del Mar local when…
You Know You’re a Corona del Mar Local When your daily routine is defined by a sunrise or sunset in the village rather than a GPS. Living in Newport Beach’s seaside enclave means navigating the flower streets alphabetically, timing your morning run to avoid the out of town beach goers and knowing exactly which bench…
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You know you’re a Newport Beach local when…
You know you’re a Newport Beach local when your lifestyle is dictated by harbor tides, Rainbow Sandals and nautical shortcuts rather than a commute. Living in this iconic Orange County coastal hub means having a Duffy boat prepped for sunset harbor cruises, checking your social calendar before checking your morning email, and treating the Balboa…
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Chapman Economic Forecast | 40th Anniversary
The A. Gary Anderson Center for Economic Research presented its Economic Forecast for 2018 at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa, CA. Dr. Jim Doti, president emeritus of Chapman University, presented information on the US, California, and Orange County. Chapman ranks #1 in forecast accuracy for real GDP in the ‘04-‘16 period compared to…
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Hey Monarch Bay!
How do you get access to Monarch Beach and the oceanfront restaurant? One of my favorite beach communities in Orange County is guard gated Monarch Bay on the oceanside of PCH in Monarch Beach. It is comprised of 214 home sites with tranquil ocean views throughout the community. Monarch Beach is an area in Dana Point,…
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Laguna Beach Art Walk
First Thursday Art Walk is a lively scene from 6pm-9pm with locals and visitors strolling the streets and perusing through the famed art galleries. The City of Laguna Beach, local galleries, businesses, and art institutions sponsor the event. Visitors also have access to the free Laguna Beach trolley to easily travel between the North, Central, and South…
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Newport Harbor – Anchors Aweigh!
Today is the first day of summer! We love living in Orange County because we can go to the beach any day of the year (well almost). Summer months are the BEST because the days are long, people are in better spirits, and the weather is divine.Where do people go to escape the summer heat? To…
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Chapman Economic Forecast for 2016
Happy New Year! May peace, health, and happiness find their way to your door in 2016. The A. Gary Anderson Center for Economic Research released the 2016 forecast on the nation, California, and Orange County. Business leaders, media, and Chapman University alumni gathered at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts to hear the details on December 9, 2015.…
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Chapman Economic Forecast Update – Orange County, CA
The A. Gary Anderson Center for Economic Research released an updated economic forecast for 2015 and 2016 forecast at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa, CA. Dr. Jim Doti and Dr. Esmael Adibi from Chapman University presented information on the nation, California, and Orange County. Highlights include: Orange County median home prices to increase by 4.8 percent…