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    Astoria in Irvine

    Let's not forget that 2 and 1 bedroom units only have one parking space in the garage (again, unless this has changed). Yes, the HOA for the 2nd master is small - relatively. That is an extra $100 or $150 on top of everything else (I'm speculating as to the amount, but I'm sure it is more...
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    Astoria in Irvine

    Anyone have any updates on this project? I notice a number of lights on, which I assume are all model units, but if so, that sure is quite a number of them - I suppose they have a model for each floorplan. I received an ad from an OC realtor who, for some reason, is selling a few specific...
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    Should I buy this condo?

    I'm probably a broken record on this, but places like the Plaza are shitted on for their high HOA. But this condo is $750 for HOA and Mello Roos, and I'm not sure whether this includes cable, internet, phone, water, garbage and heat. Does this amount cover hazard insurance as well? Assuming...
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    4.2% 30 year fixed refinancing

    Thanks IrvineCit. Good point. Arm isn't that bad since it is NOT interest only. I suppose the real question is, if you do the 5 years, if you end up at that place for 6 or 7, would you be comfortable paying whatever interest prevails for those 1-2 years? If rates shoot back to 6 or 7%, could...
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    4.2% 30 year fixed refinancing

    Along this discussion, I'm curious as to know whether younger folks (no kids, or starting) have a good hunch how long they intend to stay at a property? Talking to a buddy at lunch, and his situation, up in the high conforming. He wants to fefi at 4.75 no points 5 year fixed (principal...
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