Slang is shorthand for common places and experiences that binds locals together. If you're from outside Orange County, you'll hear a lot of terms that you might not understand. You could just ask somebody what they mean, which would instantly mark you as an outsider. Or you could be totally cool and just check out this...

The New Year is a great time to take stock of where you are with your Los Angeles County home and where you want to take it, whether you've just moved in or have been living there awhile. You can take care of stuff that you may not have time for during the rest of the year. Here are a few things that you may want to do...

  [caption id="attachment_2785" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Seabright in Costa Mesa, Centrally Located Townhomes in Orange County[/caption]   While we like to think that Brandywine quality is reason enough to buy one of our Orange County homes, it's not the sole reason you may want to stay in the area. You still...

If you are planning a move to Southern California, you may want to consider the San Gabriel Valley. This area northeast of downtown Los Angeles County is home to vibrant communities such as Arcadia and Monrovia with entertainment opportunities for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. Santa Anita Park If you like...

Although you may have a great idea of what to do when purchasing new housing, it’s equally important to have a checklist for what not to do. Below we present Part II of 10 mistakes you need to avoid. (See Part I for mistakes 1 to 5.) 6. Not asking questions of your real estate agent and lender. If you’re a...

Christmas time brings family together and brightens hearth and home with festive décor. Your Seabright home in sunny Costa Mesa, California, grants you all those perks without any of the hassles of winter storms or shoveling snow that you get back East or in the Midwest. If you want to know where to find the holiday...

Buying new housing is a long process with many factors to be considered. You may have a checklist of what to do, but it is equally important to be armed with a list of what not to do. Below, we provide 10 mistakes to be avoided at all costs. 1. Not having a long-term budget. A budget is an essential step before even...

If you've only lived in an apartment or owned an older home, you may be unfamiliar with the term HOA when you buy an Orange County home. The term is an acronym for home owners association. Because an HOA is part of any condominium complex or almost every new housing development, understanding and knowing how to take...

After endless, premature teases from retailers, the holidays are here for real and they've taken over our December 2015 events calendar. Dive into the spirit of giving with a stop at one of the best gift shops in LA, or channel your altruistic side with these volunteer opportunities that range from feeding the...