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In Irvine, I don't expect any major pain. I see a more balanced market for the 2nd half of the year. Current owners won't be forced to sell - by now they've refinanced to decrease their mortgage payment. But, there will be a fair share of sellers looking to cash in and realize the equity they've...

My three predictions for the Irvine market for the remainder of 2022. Not that anyone really cares, but it's a way to hold me accountable. 1. Home prices under $2m will be flat for the rest of the year. 2. Home prices over $2m will pull back 2-5%, comparing Q1 2022 versus EOY 2022. 3. By the...

Any idea of what the HOA's on these will be?

In my experience, this isn't a discount. It's a credit for unused material. I.e. since you're no longer using standard carpeting and flooring, you get a credit of X back. They only do this for flooring though - not counters or cabinets.

Anyone here into watch collecting? I've been collecting watches from various brands (Rolex, Omega, Zenith to name a few) for the past decade. Started with the vintage pieces and have recently moved on to more modern pieces. Interest in watches has skyrocketed over the past 2-3 years...likely...

This one will be interesting to watch:https://www.redfin.com/CA/Irvine/196-Bishop-Lndg-92620/home/143915525 A 2bd/2ba attached condo pushing $900k is insane.

Just to comment on the bedroom doors...I find IP doors to be superior to that of other builders. They seem to have more weight and sound dampening than some other new construction I've seen.

All this water softener talk has got me curious about how mine is functioning. Does anyone have recommendations on a reasonably cost water hardness test kit? I looked on Amazon and most of them have mixed reviews. I do have a TDS meter for my RO but that doesn't really tell you hardness/softness.

Never said a conditioner softened water. I'm saying that my belief is the design center is pitching conditioners as a salt-free water treatment solution. Or, a more economical alternative. With a little research, it's clear that a conditioner isn't a 1-for-1 substitute for a softener.

My guess is the conditioner is a "salt-free" treatment option for Irvine Pacific buyers because it's more favorable in the eyes of IRWD. They have a whole section on their site about how bad salt softeners are:https://www.irwd.com/save-water-money/residential-water-treatment-devices At any...

I bought my house from the original owner. They opted for the water conditioner from Irvine Pacific. When we moved into the house we found that the conditioner was OK but we needed the softener for the water spots. The water goes through the conditioner and the softener before coming into the...

I have the Falsken Water Conditioner and Softener. It seems like it works fine - haven't had any issues. I should test my water soon. I do notice that there isn't as much pink/mildew in our showers and sinks with a conditioner and softener.

Get a Ring/Nest doorbell. Install MyQ for your garage so you are notified if you leave it open. Lock your doors and windows when you leave the house. Be careful what's in your trash...don't make it obvious you're disposing of boxes for 80" TV's or Louis Vuitton boxes and shopping bags.

As someone who does real estate on the side (helping friends/family exclusively)...5% is not worth rocking the boat. 50/50 (or whatever agreed to initially) and everyone goes home happy. Also, if you are an agent, find one where you can get paid directly from escrow. Unless the transaction is...

It's usually pretty quick. Agents can get paid directly at closing through escrow (if the broker approves). Another scenario is escrow overnights a check to the broker and then they pay out the agent. Either way, it's pretty quick.

Looks like All-American Asphalt will be called out specifically/clearly in disclosures when these homes are eventually built and sold. https://irvinewatchdog.org/2021/11/05/new-orchard-hills-development-moves-forward-with-contingencies/

Drove by and right across from Wal-Mart. Not in love with the location...

Is this on the plot of land directly across from Stater Bros? At Tustin Ranch and Moffet.

I believe this floorplan also has a downstairs master - which is attractive to the older crowd.

Holy shit!