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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Announces
2010 YTD Top 50 Agents in Orange County

Saturday, May 15th, 2010

It is my pleasure to announce the current Top 50 agents for Coldwell Banker Orange County. Based on the 2010 year-to-date gross commission income, these rankings highlight the best of the best among our Orange County real estate professionals. I would like to personally congratulate and commend these agents for their unwavering dedication and professionalism in helping bring together buyers and sellers, continually upholding the ideals of integrity, quality service and customer care upon which our business is built.

Nancy Barfield
Tony Bartos
Kathy Beilstein
Debi Bibb
Greg Bingham
Chris Brigandi
John Campbell
Tim Carr
Steve Celotto
Evan Corkett
Winston Covington
Steve Diamond
Lyleen Ewing
Ron Felsot
Jason Godoy
Sharon Grimes
Scott Gunther 		Teri Hardke
Gary Hesselgesser
Steve High
Melinda Jones
Jack Katangian
Jerry LaMott
Mac Mackenzie
Ray McAfoose
John McMonigle
Susan Miller
Janet Panichi
Matt Perry
Conrad Peterson
Keith Randle
Marilyn Read
Kay Roberts
Vaughn Safford 		Heather Saito
Fara Salamat
Susan Scanlan
Bill Schonlau
Tim Smith
Jerry Snyder
Sue Stanton
Julie Stevens
Josef Szigeti
Elizabeth Thamer
Jerry Thomas
Leslie Thompson
Michelle Ultimo
Brett Wyland
Boker Yaruss
Richard Yates

Each and every one of our Coldwell Banker sales associates is a vital asset to our business and to the Orange County real estate community. I thank all of our valued associates for the hard work and determination they have demonstrated in the face of a challenging real estate market. When you are looking to buy or sell a home, choose Orange County’s premiere residential real estate brokerage. Visit wwwOCViewOnline.com today to meet one of our many knowledgeable and professional sales associates.

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Honing In On Housing with Richard Smith

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

Watch Realogy CEO Richard Smith appearing on CNBC along with Yale economics professor Robert Shiller as they discuss whether the housing market will continue its rebound.


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Coldwell Banker is Home Sellers’ Top Choice

Thursday, July 30th, 2009

A recent J.D. Powers survey of home buyers and sellers places Coldwell Banker as the nation’s number one brand for home seller satisfaction. The survey, which included more than 2,800 respondents who bought or sold a home between April 2007 and June 2008, took into account four factors: agents, offices, marketing, and additional services. Coldwell Banker ranked number one among home sellers and number two among buyers.

Visit JDPower.com for the full story.

Coldwell Banker has been an industry leader for over 100 years and continues to redefine standards for quality service, innovative marketing and cutting-edge technology in the real estate market. Contact your local Coldwell Banker Orange County office today and experience for yourself the pinnacle of customer satisfaction. Find the Coldwell Banker office nearest you.

 

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The Sunday Read: Real Estate Markets Recovering

Sunday, July 26th, 2009

The national economy may still be in peril but real estate markets across the country are showing positive signs of regaining stability and growth. As the National Association of Realtors® reported in a recent press release, Existing-Home Sales Up Again, sales of existing homes rose in June for the third consecutive month.

Although much of the sales increase can be attributed to a high number of foreclosures and declining property values, there is evidence that home prices are working their way back up. According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency, home prices actually rose from April to May: U.S. Monthly House Price Index Estimates 0.9 Percent Price Increase from April to May (PDF.) Conditions nevertheless remain favorable to buyers and potential homeowners are taking notice. As RealtyTimes reports, Buyers [are] Getting [the] Message.

Of course, in a real estate market that seems worlds apart from what we were familiar with only a few years ago, the best way to take advantage of the current situation is to work with a knowledgeable and dedicated real estate professional. Whether you are looking to buy or sell, your local Coldwell Banker sales associate can help you make the most of today’s market to meet your real estate goals.

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The Sunday Read: Embark Fearlessly on Your Home Search

Sunday, July 19th, 2009

Home builders are growing increasingly optimistic this summer, with new home starts at the highest level in seven months. The construction of new single family homes rose more than 14 percent in the last month, an increase of a magnitude not seen since December 2004. Furthermore, applications for building permits rose nearly 9 percent in June, pointing towards future growth in the real estate industry. For more details about the recent growth in new housing construction, see the Associated Press story as reported by MSNBC, “Housing Construction Hits a 7-Month High.”

With plenty of homes on the market, newly constructed or otherwise, now is an ideal time to make that purchase you have been considering. While housing prices remain low and a first-time buyer tax break is available through the end of November, buyers across the country are enjoying a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take advantage of unprecedented deals.

Before you begin your next home search, make sure to be prepared. The National Association of Realtors® offers a variety of helpful hints for the prospective home buyer in their recent article, “Home Hunting without Fear,” presented by Realty Times.

The best way to ensure a satisfying experience is to work with a professional real estate agent. Coldwell Banker sales associates have the local expertise and global connections you need when buying or selling a home. Use our high-powered search engine at OCViewOnline.com to help you find your next dream home, and when you’re ready to take that next step, stop by your local Coldwell Banker Orange County office.

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Coldwell Banker Hosts Fundraiser for CASA

Friday, July 10th, 2009

4th of July is over, summer is in full swing, beaches are full and tourists from all over the world are enjoying a wonderful summer in Southern California. With each day filled with entertainment and activities, Coldwell Banker wants you to remember that there are those less fortunate who still need our attention. Coldwell Banker is a proud sponsor of CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates. CASA is dedicated to providing quality intervention and advocacy services for abused, abandoned and neglected children going through the Orange County court system. Scheduled on July 18th at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club located on the water in Corona del Mar, CASA, along with Coldwell Banker, will be hosting a Bahaman style casino, auction, dinner and dancing event entirely to benefit the kids of CASA.

For more information about this event, please contact CASA of Orange County at 714.619.5141. We hope that this summer, with all the special activities and events in California, that you support children going through the Orange County court system. Some of the proceeds go to school supplies, backpacks, clothes and other necessities that are so badly needed by these children. And, with budget cuts in our state, these items are only available through the generous donations of families and individuals like you. If you cannot make it to the event, please visit www.casaoc.org and click on “Make A Donation.”

Thank you for your generous donations.

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New Opportunity for OC and Desert Communities in “Flip Magazine”

Saturday, June 13th, 2009

Welcome to the first edition of our combined View magazine where the great communities of Orange County and the Coachella Valley are now cross-distributed to reach consumers with exquisite, quality real estate advertising.

The new “flip magazine” creates a huge opportunity for our agents in both communities to offer our clients’ properties to buyers and sellers, vacationers and weekenders in both regions. Not only is our magazine the number one real estate resale magazine but it is also the upcoming premier vacation rental opportunity source for both communities. The Coastal division for Coldwell Banker offers summer beach front vacation living and rentals in cities of Dana Point, San Clemente, North and South Laguna Beach, Corona del Mar, Newport Beach, Newport Coast, Balboa Island, Lido, Balboa Peninsula and Surf City USA Huntington Beach. The Desert Region offers fall and winter vacation living and rentals in Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, La Quinta and Cathedral City. Together we provide the best of both worlds in one great new magazine for all to enjoy.

This “flip magazine” will be delivered in the Desert Sun, LA Times and OC Register. It can also be viewed online anytime at OCViewOnline.Com or DesertViewOnline.com where, in addition, our archives of prior publications and real estate related articles are available.

Utilizing local venues to sell or rent your property is no longer an option. To work in this economic environment, it takes a company with imagination and creative marketing. As a premier real estate company, Coldwell Banker can provide you with the highest quality advertising and marketing for your properties. For information on how you can benefit from this new opportunity, call a local listed office today.

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