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    Loan with the builder?

    We're finally at the point of getting close to completion on a new construction *insert nervous.gif* and considering between builder's lending or our own. How competitive do builder's lending get? I've heard that they have a very high (9/10) rate of owners going with them. Not really sure...
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    Everything about HEL and HELOC

    How would you guys compare HEL and HELOCs for the near future? Haven't had a chance to dig deep but would like some input from the wise Irvine peeps  :D. Interest rate, monthly payment, best utilization of each type of loan, risk with over leveraging? I don't have much to offer, but will post...
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    Bona hardwood floor cleaner and polish

    Does anyone use Bona's hardwood cleaner and polish? Is it normal for the cleaner to remove the polish? I find it kind of odd. Bona's rep wasn't of much help.
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    Turn driveway into racetrack

    Cannot embed video: http://www.dpccars.com/car-videos-11/06-22-11page-Porsche-911-Turbo-driver-turns-driveway-into-racetrack.htm It is time, for me to move out of CA  :-*
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    European destinations

    Trying to decide on a trip to Europe and would like some input. I'm sure there are a lot of worldly travelers out there so any insight would be appreciated. Tentatively London -> Paris -> Amsterdam but would love to see Italy too. Some friends are telling me that Italy should really be a trip...
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    2012 BMW M5

    In other news: We?ve waited patiently as BMW meted out photos and videos of test mules and concept cars, and as rumors swirled about the next M5. Now the wait is over, as BMW has given us the full rundown on its most powerful executive sedan, the 2012 M5. Under the hood is a...
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    Pool cleaner?

    Recommendations to a good pool cleaner and/or wetscape cleaner? Please?  :D
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    Gift for neighbors

    Looking to move the major furniture this weekend into the new place and was thinking about getting something for my direct neighbors (across and adjacent). Neighbors are important and I'd like to start off on the right foot with a small gift. Nothing extravagant, something simple. But I can't...
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    24hr fitness Irvine Center Dr.

    24hr fitness on Irvine Center Dr just upgraded from Sport to Super Sport. If you've been going to that location regularly (not sure how that's defined), you can still go at no extra cost even if your membership is only for Sports.  :D All new equipment, machines, weights. All new cardio...
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    Random pics

    Slow day at work......Some pics I took recently from different places. CC welcomed.
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    Backyard pool + jacuzzi

    Looking at a property with a nice layout I like but it comes with a backyard pool and jacuzzi, which is actually a minus for me because I'll rarely use it  ???. Maybe only for entertaining guests. Is it worth the trouble for the upkeep (insurance, maintenance cost?)? Do I have any other options?
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    Resale homes vs new construction

    Hi guys, great forum! I've been looking to buy a home for a few months and recently passed on a counter offer (buyer wanted 870k + lease back until end of June) and now I'm back to square one. I've seen Woodbury and Woodbury East but wasn't too excited that there's no curb/sidewalk. Does anyone...
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