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  1. BuddyLeo

    Please Help me choose our first Irvine home

    You should definitely go for Stonegate by Irvine Pacific if school is important to you and your family. Stonegate elementary is a very good school and within walking distance to some of the developments in Stonegate. The Mello Roos is cheaper at Stonegate vs. PP. Lot size at Stonegate is...
  2. BuddyLeo

    Priority list problem with Mendocino UPDATE

    Tribune, congratulations and welcome to the neighborhood! If indeed you have the plan 2X, you should definitely upgrade your stair rails to the "Tuscan" Knotted Series Wrought Iron Balusters Powder Coated Satin Black Maple Finishes. Don't go cheap on the stairs. This wrap around stair case is...
  3. BuddyLeo

    Priority list problem with Mendocino UPDATE

    All, I do agree with the consensus on this blog that IP is not the best folks to deal with. I have had my challenges with them as well so I can relate to Tribune's feelings. The fact of the matter is that all of you haters say that there is no list. But have you actually bought a home from...
  4. BuddyLeo

    Priority list problem with Mendocino UPDATE

    Sorry to hear about your situation Tribune. Mendocino has a process and they do call from the list in the order of priority. If you are called first, you get to choose from the 5-6 homes they release in each phase. Once you have chosen one, they will hold it for you. Then they call the next...
  5. BuddyLeo

    Which one is the better direction for the house with respect to the sun

    How much is IP charging for these homes?
  6. BuddyLeo

    First sale at Stonegate?

    Think happy thoughts people. This is discussion board so people can voice their opinions and not attack each other for differing views. Overall I think the information you members share have been very useful and I do enjoy reading them as I am a new member to TI! Thanks and have a good evening.
  7. BuddyLeo

    First sale at Stonegate?

    If you add up the pools and parks vs the homes, Stonegate still beats PP in terms of more public amenities per home. Just saying...
  8. BuddyLeo

    Anyone here sick and tired of all this home building

    There is no need for hatred and racism. Move away if you don't like it.
  9. BuddyLeo

    First sale at Stonegate?

    I support Mandy's comments. I think Stonegate has better amenities than Pavilion Park. PP has only 1 park/pool for the entire 5 communities of builders. It may look nice now because people have not fully moved in. Wait a few months later when you try to take your kids to the pool and find that...
  10. BuddyLeo

    Saratoga, Condo or Single family? IC new trick?

    Bottom line folks, Saratoga is a condo and it will list as a condo under the MLS when you want to resale. Good luck with that.
  11. BuddyLeo

    Mortgage from IP's Preferred Lender (OnQ Financial) Vs. Another Broker?

    In purchasing a home with Irvine Pacific at Stonegate, I want to get advice on  the pros and cons of using their preferred lender, OnQ Financial, vs. another broker? I think there is a penalty for every day that you don't close on time so this is a bit worrisome if you don't use their lender...
  12. BuddyLeo

    IP Preferred Lender (OnQ Financial) Vs. Another Broker?

    In purchasing a home with Irvine Pacific at Stonegate, I want to get advice on  the pros and cons of using their preferred lender, OnQ Financial, vs. another broker? I think there is a penalty for every day that you don't close on time so this is a bit worrisome if you don't use their lender...
  13. BuddyLeo

    Verizon or AT&T cell phone plan???

    Moving to Irvine in March - I'm wondering which cell phone provider has the best coverage in the Stonegate area.  I don't want to move there only to find out that my plan doesn't work there well.  I know AT&T has decent coverage - but I was thinking of going to Verizon to get a better deal $$$...
  14. BuddyLeo

    Stonegate Vs. Pavilion Park

    With Pavilion Park opened in the Great Park area, let's share observations on what you see are the main differences between these newer developments vs. the Irvine Company's Stonegate neighborhood. Will PP/GP make it more difficult for the Irvine Company to maintain their sky high prices or...
  15. BuddyLeo

    Cypress Village - Options

    We upgraded our back splash in our Mendocino plan 2X with Colonial Cream full back splash.  If we were going to do the standard granite then we would have only done the 6" back splash as it looks a little bit too busy.  Our cabinets are white and we're going to change the standard tile and...
  16. BuddyLeo

    Landscape Lighting Manufacturer Advice

    I found one more called Paradise?  They might not be better than Malibu lights...  but it's an option. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001RTG8U4/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3THV5Q5PBQUQO&coliid=I3EUTFORWT49FO http://www.paradisegardenlighting.com/products
  17. BuddyLeo

    Moving to MENDOCINO in Stonegate any advice?

    There are levels for the appliances. Standard Appliance Package in Stainless Steel As Shown in Plan 1 = $0.00 Upgraded KitchenAid Appliance Package in Stainless Steel with Pro Cooktop = $1,323.00  Upgraded Appliance Package Dual Fuel Range Stainless Steel As Shown in Plan 2 = 7,381.00 ...
  18. BuddyLeo

    Moving to MENDOCINO in Stonegate any advice?

    I think we're past the Insulation phase.  I think I am ok with the electric oven for now.  The upgrade package has gone up since you probably bought:  Option No: AP-S3AP-2070  Option Price: $7,381.00  It's beautiful but not in our price range right now.  THANKS for the advice though!!
  19. BuddyLeo

    Japanese Maples survive in Irvine?

    Trying to decide if we should bring our Japanese Maples from the Midwest to Irvine. Do you think they will survive? I'm worried the hot dry climate will fry them.
  20. BuddyLeo

    Hardwoof floors. Self install or get a pro?

    Looking to install engineered hard wood floors after ripping out carpet & tiles in the kitchen.  I'm gonna assume the space is about 1300-1400 sq. ft.  I'm pretty handy and hear the ones that snap together are pretty easy to install - the toughest part is making the cuts to make them fit into...
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