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    Yeah, because this: sounds exactly the same as this: Maybe a remedial reading course at the local JC?  The only thing that's repeated is my disdain for the motorcourt, and I'll keep repeating it cuz it's really really dumb.  $1.5M+ homes on a motorcourt is a joke.  You can keep shilling your...
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    I don't get the love for La Vita plan 4.  And not just because is the stupid motorcourt.  First, you have to prefer a downstairs master bedroom, which a lot of people with young children do not.  Second, while I do love the vaulted ceiling of the great room, I don't love the dining area being...
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    Not really apples to apples comparing 2200-2700 sq ft Strada vs 2900-3200 sq ft Capella.  Also, different builders with different layouts, different standard elements and options, different locations within their own community, different amenities, etc.  It's naive to just look at lot size...
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    +2.  The options keep adding up quickly.  Just the mandatory stuff like structural, electrical and plumbing gets you up there. 
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    Orchard Hills - Messina by TRI Pointe Homes

    Congrats!  Wow, one day to pick options before a cutoff can be nerve racking. 
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    Cox Internet preferred vs premier vs ultimate

    Thanks for the response.  I hate the soap opera effect, but also hate lag watching sports.  Inherent defects for most LCDs.  Man, it's so pricey to get the processor that can really combat those defects.  I wish plasmas were still being made in large sizes by Pioneer and Panasonic.  I was at...
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    Cox Internet preferred vs premier vs ultimate

    I'm sure you've done tons of research.  Just curious, what was the thought process on getting the 78" 9000 series vs 75" 8550 for less money or the 85" 8550 for a bit more?
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    Cox Internet preferred vs premier vs ultimate

    Balla.  I'm waiting for prices to come down a bit.  I think we'll see some major price drops after 2015 CES.  I need more 4k content to justify the purchase although picture quality even with 1080 is almost justification enough.
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    Cox Internet preferred vs premier vs ultimate

    Question for you bandwidth people.  If you've upgraded or downgraded for different speeds, are you seeing any real world difference in download speed?  Couple of seconds here and there doesn't bother me.  Ultimate seems like overkill but I don't know.  The only time I can see needing some real...
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    Veterans Cemetery coming to Irvine

    Couldn't there be some federal funding since it's a national memorial and cemetery?
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    Congrats on your purchase. I hate channeling Test, but your questions can be easily answered by doing a quick and dirty search.  Just plug in "landscaping" and "built in" or "trim" or "wainscoting".
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    Mortgage rate Lock now or wait

    OMG...you can lead the horse to water... J/k.  Look up at who wrote that great post that you thought should write a book.  He's also ITB for mortgages and does well regarded business with some members here. Edit.  USC beat me.
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    Design center Question : Blinds

    Lol, umm...I can't do that.  I just get the paper accordion stuff.
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    New home: Tile vs Wood(laminate)

    Personal preference on tile vs wood.  Some ppl have told me that tile is harder on your back, but I think that's really minor vs wood.  I would completely eliminate laminate if you can swing the extra money.  I've seen beautiful limestone and travertine in homes.  Also, seen beautiful wood. ...
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    Design center Question : Blinds

    100% do window treatments after COE.  1.  Window treatments are a rip off at the design center. 2.  Live in your house first, see where furniture goes, and leisurely get quotes from different vendors.  It's no biggie to have ghetto paper coverings for awhile.
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    Best Mexican in/around Irvine

    They do well cuz of the hipster, I wanna be seen having a $15 drink crowd.  Javier's food is horrible and horribly overpriced.
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    Orchard Hills - Capella by Taylor Morrison

    I can totally see ppl parking their cars half in/half out of the driveway or outright just parking in the shared motorcourt area next to their house.  People have issues with cars parking on the street in front of their house, imagine this happening in a motorcourt.  This is how bad blood starts...
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    New homes sales in Irvine slowing down lately?

    Well, they're sales people. ;). You have to make sure you're comparing apples to apples with phase releases.  Some releases will have lot premiums for bigger lots or more desirable lots for a variety of reasons (driveway, corner, etc.). Some lots are much smaller than previous lots, so the base...
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    Sales at The Groves in Orchard Hills slowing down?

    Everyone has standing inventory right now, including TNHC.  I think the non-gated side is doing worse, but can't confirm.  It seems like the desirable lots for each builder are selling briskly with multiple people wanting those lots, the smaller lots are languishing.  It's definitely not 2005-2006.
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    Summer is almost here, time to replace the grill...

    OEM around $70 I think.  Cheaper, better grill grates on eBay tho.  I think once you take the Weber for a test drive, you'll be hooked.  Great CS too.
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