Pelican Hill Real Estate

March 2, 2015

Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles

Make your entryway and the front of your home as inviting as possible.  Prospective buyers make their first impressions of a home within 10-20 seconds of seeing it.  Keep all sidewalks, steps and the driveway, clear of toys, other objects and free of leaves and other debris.  …

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Feb. 16, 2015

Fat Tuesday Celebration

Preparing your home for sale can be a daunting task.  Often having a list of priorities to work from can make this task easier.  Professionals say that the living room and kitchen are the most important rooms to focus on.  After you have tackled those rooms, focus …

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Feb. 2, 2015

World Class Sweet Peas at Roger's Gardens

No matter the time of year, it pays to be a savvy home buyer.  The first step in your home buying process is finding a great real estate agent, who works well with you, such as the real estate agents at the Franco Group.  Plan early and carefully …

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Jan. 19, 2015

OCMA Alien She Exhibit

Winter is a terrific time to sell or buy a home or property.  This is often a slower time and real estate agents will have fewer clients and be able to focus more on your real estate transaction.  In addition, home buyers will often find that home lenders …

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Jan. 5, 2015

Ikebana at Sherman Gardens

Michael Franco has once again, earned a Top Producer Title.  In 2014, Michael Franco had over 20 million dollars in sales. Among his sales this past year, are a 7.5 million dollar oceanfront estate in Rancho Palos Verdes and 6.85 million dollar Shady Canyon home.  A combination of …

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Dec. 22, 2014

The Avant-Garde Collection at OCMA

Staging your house for sale during the holidays can be lots of fun and make your home shine during the holiday season.   Wreaths and garlands hung on doors, mailboxes and railings are a terrific addition. Put bowls of seasonal fruit on the kitchen and dining tables.  Use fruits …

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Dec. 8, 2014

Newport Beach Boat Parade and Holiday Cruises

 

Be sure to keep your home warm, when potential home buyers come for a showing.  Use warm colors throughout the home, to create a cozy and warm impression. If safe, and not left unattended, turn fireplaces on.  Also, leave lights and lamps on, both inside and out. …

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Nov. 24, 2014

Thanksgiving Dinner and Buffet

When purchasing a home this time of year, discuss tax ramifications with both your professional realtor, such as those of the Franco Team, and your CPA.  It might be better to close by or on December 31st or wait to January 2nd.   

The Balboa …

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Nov. 10, 2014

"Ohana" Thanksgiving Event

When selling your home during the autumn season, it is important to keep the outside cleaned up and presentable.  Keep flower beds looking good, by removing summer annuals and keeping other plants well pruned.  Add crocus and chrysanthemums for add a pop of color, these plants will last …

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Oct. 27, 2014

Johnson Brothers Pumpkin Patch

It is important to have good web appeal when selling your home.  Many homebuyers begin their search for new properties on the web. Include many photos of your home, both inside and out. In addition, take pictures of special features of your home such as walk-in closets, built-ins, and …

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