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  • You know you’re a Newport Beach local when…

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    1. Driving PCH in your weekend car is part of your self-care routine.  2. You’re a member of a Yacht, Tennis or Country Club. 3. You only cross the 405 to go to South Coast Plaza. 4. John Wayne is your preferred airport. You second guess your travel plans if LAX is mentioned. 5. You…

  • Newport Harbor – Anchors Aweigh!

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    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…

  • Chapman Economic Forecast for 2015

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    The A. Gary Anderson Center for Economic Research released an updated economic forecast for 2014 and 2015 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. “The forecast calls for real GDP growth to surpass three percent in…

  • TEDx at Chapman University

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    I attended a TEDx event this past week at Chapman University in Orange, CA. What an amazing day filled with talented presenters. The theme was Icons, Geniuses, & Mavericks. I was first exposed to TED talks at the beginning of business school and have been a fan since. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design and…

  • Pelican Point – Newport Coast, CA

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    Pelican Point is a prestigious guard gated community on the ocean side of PCH in Newport Coast, CA.  This is my favorite community in Orange County.  Many residents have golf course AND ocean views!  Living on the golf course is quite impressive because Pelican Hill’s 36-hole golf course was designed by Tom Fazio and was ranked…

  • Laguna Beach, CA – Summer Agenda

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    9.1 sq. miles of incredible living boasting 7 miles of breathtaking coastline. Home to around 23,000 residents, Laguna Beach is one of the top places to live and visit. One of my favorite things to do in Laguna Beach is First Thursdays Art Walk held monthly in dowtown from 6pm-9pm. The Summer months are truly…

  • Welcome!

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    I read this inspirational blog the other day and was so moved I decided to start a new blog. My passion is residential real estate and I’d like to share my knowledge of communities, the best places to visit, buyer and seller tips, and interesting things around town through “Real Estate by the Beach.” As an…