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One of the World’s Finest Homes: Chateau Pacifica, Pelican Cre
Infinite avenues for enjoying every aspect of life at Newport Coast’s Pelican Crest community are the hallmark of Chateau Pacifica, a luxuriant 11,098 square-foot mansion on more than a half-acre overlooking Newport Beach Harbor and the expansive shoreline beyond.

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The Tides at Crystal Cove – Luxury Living with Pacific Panoram
Affording wide spanning panoramas of Newport’s southern coast – extending Laguna’s Abalone Point to the western reaches of Catalina, this Offshore residence – home to the Tides neighborhood in Crystal Cove – savors a Southern California setting with well appointed detail.

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CRYSTAL COVE $7,995,000 31 Offshore
Enjoy unparalleled front-row ocean views from this brand new Tides property in Crystal Cove. Richly appointed with $1 million (approx.

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H U N T I N G T O N B E A C H
The Huntington Beach Team wishes you a Joyful Holiday Season. Our team members have been representing buyers and sellers in Huntington Beach and the surrounding Coastal Communities since 1978. Team members include: Kelly Ringer-Radetich, Robin Gray-Hite, Sandy Powers, Steve Powers, Debbie Neugebauer, and Brooke Meyer.

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LONG BEACH $2,995,000 5438 E. Toledo
Alamitos Bay Front with private dock & deck for waterfront living & entertaining, along with 3,653 sq ft of interior amenities & open floor plan. Steve and Sandy Powers 714.357.1031.

HUNTINGTON HARBOUR $899,000 - $969,000 16291 Countess #103 & #30
HUNTINGTON HARBOUR $899,000 - $969,000 16291 Countess #103 & #303.

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Robert Cole
“Currently expanding our presence and market expertise within Orange County, we welcome Robert Cole to our Newport team,” states Group Principal John McMonigle.

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949.723.7080
Newport Beach $3,885,000 Awesome panoramic day & night views from this rare bayfront duplex on peninsula & dock for large yacht + tie..

949.644.6200
Newport Beach $4,500,000 Situated above Newport Bay with some of the best panoramic views in the prestigious Cliffhaven..

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16 Rockingham, Newport Beach Belcourt $2,895,000
Beautiful, designer home! Very unique property one of only five homes with stunning OCEAN VIEWS in gated Belcourt community! Co Listed with Hannah Delponte 310-902-1090 www.16Rockingham.com.

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David Kravitz Branch Manager 949.467.5108
When you call Bank of America, you can rest assured that our top priority is providing personal service so you can make well-informed home financing decisions. With our commitment to responsible lending, we help qualified homebuyers become satisfied and successful homeowners.

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At First Team Estates
Let us connect your luxury home to thousands of affluent buyers in over 135 countries. We will maximize your selling opportunities with the use of strategic online marketing and targeted print media. The right exposure in the right hands goes a long way.

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Aliso Viejo 63 Pepperwood $399,000 Sun 1-4PM Drew Fomai’ 949.4
Los Angeles 10430 Wilshire Blvd., Unit 601 $1,499,000 Sat/Sun By Appointment Mina Maghami 949.874.4020.

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NEWPORT COAST
II. DANA POINT $5,999,000 Stunning architecture! This residence offers 5BR suites & 5 full BA’s, a master suite with ocean views, 2-story game room & adjacent living room featuring soaring ceilings & 20’ walls of glass w/gorgeous beach & white sand views.

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T h e V a s u P r e f e r r e d Te a m
STRUGGLING WITH YOUR MORTGAGE PAYMENTS? IS YOUR LOAN MODIFICATION GOING NOWHERE? IS YOUR PROPERTY IN FORECLOSURE?.

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The best cookies are baked at home!
Start by mixing the eggs with the sugar until light and fluffy in consistency. Then add most of the flour to the mixture. Next, slice the butter into small pieces and add to the egg mix along with the rest of the flour. Stir everything into a smooth dough and place in the refrigerator for several hours.

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Wishing you a Merry Christmas filled with Holiday Cheer!
BALBOA ISLAND · 210 Marine Avenue, Suite D · Newport Beach, California 92662 1+949.673.3444 · 1+.949.673.3443 · BalboaIsland@engelvoelkers.com www.engelvoelkers.com/BalboaIsland.

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K. Hovnanian’s ® Four Seasons Bakersfield
Cambria Orange County No Mello Roos!** New Community Now Selling! Approx. 1,507 to 1,973 Sq. Ft..

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NEWPORT COAST $4,650,000 Tuscan...
NEWPORT COAST $4,650,000 Tuscan inspired home with 180-degree views. Customized throughout. 5 Bd., 5Ba., private pool and spa..

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SHADY CANYON ® 34 Blue Heron Price Upon Request
Crafted by master builder Rob Glass using authentic French artifacts and artisan finishes, this enchanting Shady Canyon ® home melds the timeless ambiance of Provence with modern luxuries. Incomparable location with tremendous views of golf course, mountain and city lights.

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CALL CHRIS/CASSIE
BALBOA PENINSULA 310 Fernando > $599,000 Spacious one bedroom, one bath with incredible sit-down bay views..

CALL CHRIS/CASSIE
PENINSULA POINT 441 Seville > $2,999,999 Reduced $500,000. Built in 2008, 5 Bd., 7.5 Ba. Elevator to all levels..

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NEWPORT BEACH 4453 W. Coast Highway $795,000 or Lease $2,900/mo.
Situated in a desirable location within a private gated community, this spacious condo with a neutral color palate is ready for you to add your own personal touch..

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OPPORTUNITY TO MOVE TO TURTLE RIDGE!
$1,550,000 Approx. 3400 SF home with main-floor master bedroom and extra guest suite! Travertine and hardwood floors, granite counters inside! Main-floor master bedroom! Elegant landscaping with firepit, BBQ and serene koi pond..

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Irvine homes attract buyers
Ninety-five of the 236 models comprising Stonegate East’s neighborhoods of Santa Rosa, Los Altos and Capistrano have already been sold — many of them before the models were completed, said Daniel Young, president of the Irvine Co. Community Development and Irvine Pacific, which opened the new subdivisions Los Altos and Capistrano.

Survey: Fixed loan rates increase
That was up from 4.46% a week earlier and 4.17% in the survey released Nov. 11. Borrowers would have paid 0.7% of the loan amount on average in upfront lender fees and points in this week’s survey compared with 0.8% four weeks ago, Freddie said..

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Sunset group sues over annexation
A Sunset Beach citizens group has filed a lawsuit against Huntington Beach and a county commission, demanding that the city and county either negate the recent annexation of Sunset Beach or require a vote among the community’s residents in favor of paying new taxes.

Real Estate Matters
If we purchase another home that is more suited for her medical needs, then go to the lender on the home we currently own, can we do a deed in lieu of foreclosure? Will the lender be able to put a lien on our new home or later be able to garnish our paychecks? We are in a pickle and really need help.

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IRVINE
“The Irvine Co. is among the market leaders in terms of perceiving new patterns of demand that have been dominant in the housing market and in recognition of changed economic and environmental conditions,” said Kerry Vandell, director of the Center at the UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business.

Ask The Builder
Actually, any beam is fairly complex, whether it’s made from wood, steel, concrete or some combination of materials. Structural engineers specialize in beams like this. It takes years of schooling and additional years of practical day-to-day experience with beams to understand their limits and what goes into the calculations to size them properly.

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Things aren’t great, but they aren’t bad
n almost any enterprise, a forecast of an increase of 17.5% growth would be cause for a party. But according to the recent Chapman Economic Forecast, Orange County’s single and multiple housing 17.5% estimated permits for 2011 are not enough to offset an otherwise tepid 2011.

Happy Holidays!
An independently owned and operated member of the Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed..

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PRICE REDUCED 1511 BALBOA AVE., LITTLE BALBOA ISLAND $3,950,000
PRICE REDUCED 1511 BALBOA AVE., LITTLE BALBOA ISLAND $3,950,000.

1370 HAMPSHIRE, DOVER SHORES NEIGHBORHOOD $2,099,000
1370 HAMPSHIRE, DOVER SHORES NEIGHBORHOOD $2,099,000.

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5656 OCEAN TERRACE | $1,619,000...
5656 OCEAN TERRACE | $1,619,000 Huntington Beach - Highly upgraded Ocean Colony home. Across the street from beach, gourmet granite kitchen, approx. 3,300 SF, 5 BR and 4.5 BA..

3341 BOUNTY | $4,950,000 Huntington...
3341 BOUNTY | $4,950,000 Huntington Harbour - Stunning main channel point location with views. A two and a half year renovation of one of the harbour’s rarest waterfront properties has just been completed resulting in a one-of-a-kind home..

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19452 BECKONRIDGE | $1,995,000...
19452 BECKONRIDGE | $1,995,000 Huntington Beach - Amazing home in the guard-gated community of the Peninsula. One of the largest lots on the golf course w/over $500,000 in upgrades. 4 BR, over 3,100 SF. Gourmet granite kitchen..

4037 MISTRAL | $1,675,000 Huntington...
4037 MISTRAL | $1,675,000 Huntington Harbour – Beautiful 4 BR waterfront home, excellent location, amazing water views. New gourmet kitchen w/granite, Viking appliances. Dock for 40+ FT boatcould be made larger..

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approximately 2,780 square feet. Residences are priced from the 
K. Hovnanian® Homes® is giving this holiday season a special glow with opportunities that shine with enormous value on their new neighborhoods throughout Southern California. With a variety of new home choices starting from the mid $100,000s, be smart and make a brilliant move to your favorite K.

Thompson of Coldwell Banker, Lido Isle earns NRT Top 1,000 disti
Leslie Thompson, a top Realtor with Coldwell Banker Previews International in Newport Beach has earned the distinction of being named to NRT LLC’s Top 1,000 sales associates for the third quarter of 2010. NRT is the parent company of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.

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Newport Beach $1,199,000 Spacious 4...
Newport Beach $1,199,000 Spacious 4 bdrm, 2.5 bth w/ large living room/ family room/ formal dining. Approx. 3608 sq. ft. Near park and elementary. 441 Santa Ana Ave. Diana Cappel 949.500.1618.

1/2 an acre on Kings. The best lot on...
1/2 an acre on Kings. The best lot on the street. Level lot. Great home can add on- beautiful peaceful view backyard with pool. Best view on Kings Road. Panoramic view of the bay. Kyle Hart 949.439.2009.

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OPEN HOUSE DIRECTORY
Seven Gables Real Estate 309 Carnation Corona del Mar Sun 1-4 $2,275,000 Mickey Hartling (949) 683-5553.

46 Sea Island Drive, Newport Beach
Remodeled two bedroom, two bath condominium at Big Canyon McClain featuring granite counter tops, plantation shutters, and more. Spectacular golf course view, offers easy access to community pool, spa, and tennis courts..

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Realtor Judy Dye-Shandrew named Aliso Viejo Senior of the Year
award at his annual State of the City address held a few weeks ago. During the event Mayor Tsunoda spoke of the many hours volunteered by Dye-Shandrew for city events such as Snow Fest, Community Cup Golf Tournaments and Tax Filing Workshops to name but a few.

Dolby continues as Emerald Bays’ sales leader
With the 2010 third quarter completed Bill Dolby of Altera Real Estate has continued his successful achievement of leading in sales/leasing of homes in the private beach community of Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach. Gary Thomas the broker and CEO of the firm reported that Dolby is once again a Platinum performer.

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the right thing, being courageous and enjoying fun and laughter 
Last week over 350 real estate agents and brokers from Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles and San Jose attended the launch of Harcourts USA in Orange County and San Jose.

Final opportunity is here for Shapell’s year-end deals
With Shapell’s Fall Countdown coming to a close, now is the time to experience the extraordinary opportunity they are providing! Shapell Homes is offering spectacular year-end deals on beautiful Showcase Homes throughout Southern California.

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423 East Edgewater Avenue $6,300,000 saturday 11pm-2pm
423 East Edgewater Avenue $6,300,000 saturday 11pm-2pm.

Newport Beach
29 gardenpath $849,000 [g] saturday 1pm-4pm natalie ferguson 949.929.5727 3272 watermarke place $479,000 [g] saturday 11am-1pm the soussé group 714.412.8512 1112 scholarship $2,350/month [g] saturday 11am-1pm the soussé group 714.412.8512 2266 watermarke place $2,200/month [g] saturday 11am-1pm the soussé group 714.

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Laguna Beach $2,850,000 31735 Seacliff Drive mike johnson 949.27
Laguna Beach $2,850,000 31735 Seacliff Drive mike johnson 949.278.7333.

Newport Beach $6,300,000 423 East Edgewater Avenue laura g. gale
Newport Beach $6,300,000 423 East Edgewater Avenue laura g. gale 949.500.6418.

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Newport Beach $1,995,000 621 Lido Park...
Newport Beach $1,995,000 621 Lido Park Drive Beautiful Cape Cod-style residence is comfortable for everyday living, yet exudes a chic modern style and flair. Also available for lease at $5,950/month..

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Emerald Bay $3,050,000
This charming and comfortable five bedroom four bath Nantucket influenced residence with oversized yard and entertainment area was completed in 2001. A gourmet country kitchen with fireplace opens up to the formal living and family rooms. Master suite and four additional bedrooms complete the sleeping quarters.

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The Bluffs
The original Bluffs was built in 1965, and the North Bluffs was constructed in 1972. Features include numerous community pools, two clubhouses, five homeowners association, security patrol, on-site five acre city park, and a Boys & Girls Club. There are more than 120 acres of open spaces, walking paths, and a reflection pool.

James Gray
Scott MacDonald, manager of Prudential California Realty’s Newport Beach office, is pleased to announce that James Gray ranked No. 6, out of the company’s 750 agents in Orange County, for his sales production during the first three quarters of this year.

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Engel & Volker’s Newport Beach launch at the Luxury Property S
Engel & Volker’s Newport Beach hit Orange County in September 2010 claiming to be a truly international real estate brokerage with over 420 shops in 37 countries spanning six continents.

This new home neighborhood is located in Lake Forest.
Van Daele Homes’ Summit Crest community is nearly sold out – just nine months after the model grand opening. The two remaining homes are complete and ready for immediate move-in. Homebuyers should take advantage of this rare opportunity – the final Summit Crest homes are priced from the mid $600,000s and represent the only new homes in Lake Forest.

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Surterre Properties welcomes Ward to the Laguna Beach office
Whether it be negotiating the best deal for a home, or marketing a property to sell at the highest price, David “Mac” Ward is committed to making his client’s priorities and goals his own. He takes the representation of his clients and their properties very seriously, and their satisfaction remains his number one objective.

Lovely Irvine Terrace home.
Located on the ocean side of Pacific Coast Highway in Corona del Mar’s coveted Irvine Terrace, this gorgeous home is within close proximity to the city’s pristine beaches as well as dining, shopping, entertainment and more.

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Angela Megerdichian
An expert when it comes to facilitating seamless, rewarding real estate transactions, Megerdichian bolsters her real estate acumen with invaluable experience in the business world.

“We’re absolutely ecstatic that 2010 has been such a fantast
Adhering to a unique business model that’s rooted in teamwork, Surterre has brought together a hand-selected team of more than 250 of the area’s most accomplished agents and brokers, each of whom works together toward the common goal of perfecting the real estate experience for each and every client.

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Rare opportunity in Newport Beach.
This upgraded resort-style home features a tropical landscaped backyard with built-in barbecue. There are two bedrooms, two baths, and a two car garage. The inviting courtyard with fountain leads to the beveled glass double door entry. You will feel at home with rich hardwood floors, crown moulding and volume ceiling with skylights.

One of the world’s finest homes:
Chateau Pacifica, Pelican Crest. Infinite avenues for enjoying every aspect of life at Newport Coast’s Pelican Crest community are the hallmark of Chateau Pacifica, a luxuriant 11,098 square-foot mansion on more than a half-acre overlooking Newport Beach Harbor and the expansive shoreline beyond.

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Laguna Niguel
in perfecting this four bedroom, three and one-half bath Crown Royale masterpiece! Upgrades abound in 4,071 square feet of exquisite living space including a main floor bedroom suite, living room, gaming area, formal dining room, separate family room, and an upper level bonus room.

A wonderful family home.
Situated on an extra large lot, this home is on a tree lined cul-de-sac in the Eastbluff neighborhood of Newport Beach. This popular X plan offers a well-designed floor plan with three bedrooms and two and one-half baths within 1,740 square feet of living space.

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Jay Kunkle
CA - Licensed by the Department of Corporations under California Residential Mortgage Lending Act Lic #413-0699 • NMLS (Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System) ID 2611.

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Abrams Coastal Properties’ Homes SOLD in 2010 on Balboa Island
222 Onyx Avenue $1,195,000 230 Opal Avenue $1,685,000 300 Amethyst Ave. $1,685,000 301 Abalone Ave. $1,695,000 115 Onyx Avenue $1,795,000 116 Diamond Ave. $1,795,000 325 Marine Avenue $1,850,000 331 Marine Avenue $1,850,000 208 Crystal Avenue $2,060,000 125 Pearl Avenue $2,095,000 319 Apolena Ave.
