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    Landscaping Problems

    Quick question...if I paid out a contractor/landscaper for a portion of the job and he doesnt quite finish and bounces.  What options should I have?  Since it was a smaller postage stamp backyard, I knew he was working on way bigger backyards  but he has gone dark. Any suggestions?  I paid...
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    Coming up on 1 Year Warranty in new build in GP - What should I ask for?

    Hey Guys, Anything I should have my builder look at for my last two weeks in my one year warranty?    Stucco cracks,  basic maintenance but I don't know what else to ask?
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    Landscaping Recommendations

    I know this topic has come around but recently has anyone in the newer Irvine neighborhoods used someone who is priced competitively.  I would like a simple, modern, mid-century type yard with maybe a water feature.    The backyard is typical postage stamp type that you would see around Irvine...
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    Anyone have any suggestions for a water softener and reverse osmosis?

    I heard about Nuvia $3,500, SoCal Water $2,900, anyone else have any suggestions...
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    Parasol Park

    I walked through the 3 new homes being built in Parasol Park a street away from the Water and Wellness Water Park being built and noticed those homes look very modern.  They are either a very modern bigger homes in 3000 sq foot range but I did notice 2 entrance type doors which could indicate 2...
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    Beacon Park Ellwood or Tustin Legacy Greenwood or wait for Eastwood?

    If you had a choice between a house in Greenwood/Huntley and a house in Ellwood/Weldon, which would you choose?  Or wait for Eastwood and gamble on price hikes.... Greenwood/Huntley Positives: Greenwood location - Central Irvine and Hub for the freeways Walking distance or very close to Whole...
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    Brio by Shea Homes - Flats at Beacon Park

    Pricing Info: Plan 1, 2 bd, 2 ba, 1465 sq ft - Low 600s Plan 2, 3 bd, 2.5 ba, 1963 sq ft - Low 700s These are flats so someone will either be below or on top of you.  Some have 10 ft ceilings and some parts of the home have a higher ceiling. Models are nice but very upgraded.
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    Primrose by D.R. Horton - Courtyard Townhomes Beacon Park

    Pricing Info: Residence 1705 sq ft, Plan 1 - $719,551 Residence 1657 sq ft, Plan 2 - $679,404 Residence 2034 sq ft, Plan 3 - $767,587
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    Level One Lofts in Costa Mesa

    Has anyone seen these in person?  Someone said the views were awesome for Costa Mesa and Pacific Ocean view?  Isn't mid 800k for a loft a lot for Costa Mesa?
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    10 Reasons It's A Terrible Time To Buy An Expensive House

    Does this apply to Irvine and other high priced OC cities? I saw this article and wanted to see your expertise to see if this truly applies to Irvine.  Some still think some Irvine new builds still have some room to grow before we top off, some think we are already at the top...
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    Earnest Money in new build home

    Does the CA 17 day rule apply to new build homes?  If someone put down a deposit and wanted to back out, would they be entitled to a refund of deposit within the 17 days of signing the purchase contract?
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    Where you can buy mid-century furniture online for cheap?

    Hey Guys, I know some of you are ballers out there but if I am looking for some mid-century pieces, where can I buy online, other than Design Not Within Reach or places like that. I bought some real pieces used from Craigslist from reputable people but wanted to see if some people knew some...
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    Need help with a decision in Pavillion Park/Great Park

    I finally got a call from 2 builders in Great Park. Beachwood from Lennar, Plan 2 is at $905,000 and has a guest suite and SFR. 2479 sq foot,  in between a couple of homes. Springhouse from TM, Plan 3 is at $870,000 and has a similar guest suite but it is a detached condo.  2483 sq foot...
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    How come Woodbury East and Stonegate East aren't as desirable?

    As their original counterpart?  Location?
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    What areas are left to build new homes in Irvine? What am I missing?

    * Orchard Hills (homes 700k plus, all detached) * Great Park West (close to 133, attached and detached) * Great Park East (close to Alton/Metrolink side, attached and detached) * Los Olivos (where Verizon Amp is located, behind Los Olivos apartments) * Laguna Altura West (1 mil plus homes...
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    Cypress Village Marigold vs Pavilion Park Springhouse

    Co-worker asked me to see what you experts think: He got called for Springhouse for Plan 1 but is very close (per rep) to CV Marigold and knows of one falling out (Plan 2 or Plan 3). Wife likes Springhouse because of neighborhood of SFRs but friend said he likes look of Marigold better.  He...
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    What to get PS4 or Xbox One? Decisions?

    Hey Guys, I need help...which one.  PS4 pros:  Better graphics engine, easier players to kill on COD XBox One pros:  Interface of Xbox Live, watch live TV while playing COD I only play 2 games:  COD and in a blue moon, NBA 2k14
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    What options are a MUST in a new build Irvine home?

    What do you guys feel is mandatory to get in a new SFR? $850k to $1 million range Here is my list: * Upgraded counter tops (kitchen)  (I was thinking White Carrera Caesarstone or Pebble Caesarstone on White Shaker cabinets)  (Upgrading to Maple Wood Cabinets were $7,000) * Upgraded backsplash *...
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    Santa Maria Condo > How much would this fireplace setup cost to make?

    http://www.redfin.com/CA/Irvine/52-Ovation-92620/home/50264957 How much would this setup cost?  I think they added the fireplace....
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