Living at the Beach - Orange County, CA

Orange County, CA is a wonderful place to explore. There is great shopping at Fashion Island in Newport Beach as well as South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. If you are a more active person, there is always fun surfing down in Huntington Beach. Also a very fun activity to do on the weekends is to play beach volleyball. There are nets set up right next to the Huntington Beach Pier.  It's a great way to get that awesome California tan while getting a work out in. 

Weekdays are fun in Huntington Beach too, there is a farmers market on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA every Tuesday night.  They always have great booths out there with good entertainment and you will see our RE/MAX Fine Homes agents there.  The local restaurants also have Taco Tuesday for a fun & festive dinner. 

Hope this gives you some ideas on what goes on in the beach cities! 

 

 

Newport Beach Crime Hits Historic Low

I was happy to read this article in the Newport Beach Patch.  Great way to improve property values, so thank you Newport Beach Police Department. The crime rate is now the lowest in 40 years.  Very impressive.  Chief Jay Johnson said, "Studies also show that the well-kept physical appearance of our city, thanks to our public works department and our municipal operations division as well as our citizens, is also a deterrent for criminal activity."  I'm happy to hear this because it improves and enhances the neighborhoods.  Keep up the good work Newport Beach!

If you're in the Newport area, please stop by our office in Corporate Plaza near Fashion Island! 

RE/MAX Fine Homes, Canaday Group

3 Corporate Plaza, suite 100

Newport Beach, CA 92660

949.650.5188

Happy New Year! 2013!

As we close the books on 2012, I hope you take a moment to reflect on what has happened over the last 12 months.  For me, there have been a lot of joyous moments (AKA life's highs) and I reveled with a big smile and shouts of "Victory!"  Coupled with great times, Life throws you occasional lows to broaden your perspective and teach you some lessons.  I lost too many people this past year.  I miss and think of them daily because they made the world a better place.  I also miss the happiness and love they brought to my life.  The year truly flew by!  The greatest thing I learned in 2012 is that you have to live in the present and hope for the future.  You have power in the moment to make the right choice because after it passes, you can only look back and make adjustments. 

Wishing you a happy New Year's Eve celebration and best wishes for a radiant 2013!  

After all, "This is It."

Merry Christmas from RE/MAX Fine Homes & the Canaday Group!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from

RE/MAX Fine Homes and the Canaday Group!

We headed out to beautiful Fashion Island in Newport Beach, CA to take our annual holiday photo.  That is a real Christmas tree behind us that is 92 ft tall!  It is so beautifully decorated and looks spectacular in the evenings when lit.  We hope you are enjoying this festive time of the year!   

 

Lunch and Learn - Master Your Marketing with Greg Herder

Join Orange County Young Professionals Network (OC YPN) for our monthly Lunch & Learn with Greg Herder who is a premier trainer in real estate marketing and business building strategies!

When: Tuesday, November 20th, 2012
Time: 11:30am-12pm Lunch & Networking 1pm-2:00pm Presentation
Where: 170 Newport Center Drive Suite #100 Newport Beach, CA 
Cost: $20.00 per person. All agents welcome! OCAR Members please pre-register online at:

http://ims.ocar.org/ 
(Please call Stacey with any questions on how to use the registry at 949.350.8922) Cash or Check will be accepted at the door as well, please make any checks out to OCAR.

This 60-Minute workshop will give you actionable steps to make positive change, increase inventory, convince sellers to price homes correctly and attract new client.
Preview the videos to find out more on what to expect: 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBStjA57mSA&feature=share&list=PLB5kPbwypG4v9VXOK8d2_cPXu7grtWNPb

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8UJNmHYF48&feature=share&list=PLB5kPbwypG4v9VXOK8d2_cPXu7grtWNPb
We would also like to thank our other Annual OC YPN Sponsors for their support: 
iMortgage-The Ryan Grant Team
Prime Lending-The Kevin Budde Group 
Star Realty
Metro Estates
If you would be interested in sponsoring OC YPN & learning how we can help grow your business in 2013, please contact:
Stacey Smith 949.350.8922 or Brad Coleman 949.939.0300

Girls Scouts Gala Oct. 26 in Newport Beach, CA

Please attend the Celebrate Leadership Gala and support the Girl Scouts of Orange County. Lee Ann Canaday is co-chair of this wonderful event held at the Island Hotel in Newport Beach, CA. This is the 3rd Annual CELEBRATE LEADERSHIP Gala where we will also commemorate Girl Scouting’s 100th anniversary! Each honoree is paired with an outstanding Girl Scout who has been selected to represent all of Orange County`s Girl Scouts. 

Friday, October 26, 2012 6:30pm Cocktail Attire

For more info, contact Charlotte Finklea at 949.461.8836 or CFinklea@GirlScoutsOC.org

Link to purchase tickets: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gsoc/event/13041/ 

Lunch & Learn Sept. 18th Newport Beach

YPN Lunch and Learn Short Sale Negotiation and

How to Avoid Common Pitfalls – Speaker: Debbie A. Bannister

Date: Tuesday September 18th

Time: 11:30-12:00 Networking / Lunch 12:00-1:30 Top Producer Panel / Followed by Q&A

Guests: Realtors® & Affiliates

Short Sale Speaking Agenda

1) Mistakes commonly made on the Purchase Contract 

2) Listing Agent Dialogue with the seller as to setting their expectations 

3) Buyer’s Agent Dialogue setting expectation for buyer

4) Setting Realtor and Sellers Expectations 

5) Foreclosures – every loan is Different

6) HAFA Changes

Location: 170 Newport Center Drive #100 Newport Beach, CA 92660

Food: Catered- Buffet Style- serving starts at 11:30

Cost: $20 cash or check payable to OCAR only at the event or pay with Credit or Debit cards at www.OCAR.orgprior to event

 

SOLD! 70 Hillcrest, Newport Beach, CA

We closed escrow on 70 Hillcrest  Newport Beach, CA 92660!

Located on a corner lot in guard gated Big Canyon near Fashion Island. Shows beautifully! Recently redesigned. Marble flooring, floor to ceiling walls of windows, and numerous skylights create a positive and joyful ambiance. Gated courtyard features a pool, spa, barbecue, patio, and double glass doors opening to 6,400 sq. ft. 7 bedrooms including a maid`s quarters & main floor bedroom. Main floor office with exquisite views of the golf course, sunsets & Fashion Island buildings. Versailles formal dining room, spacious living room with vaulted ceiling, and plush family room. 4 secondary bedrooms plus art room on the second level. Master suite with vaulted ceiling & marble bath on the opposite wing. 4 car garage plus ample parking along the driveway. Perfect estate for entertaining. Sold by Lee Ann Canaday, Canaday Group with RE/MAX Fine Homes.

OC YPN's Cruise for a Cause

The Orange County Young Professionals Network celebrated the start of summer with their 2^nd annual "Cruise for a Cause." The joyous evening took place on June 28, 2012 aboard the Spirit of Newport at the Newport Beach Marina.   120 YPN members including Orange County Realtors®, affiliates and guests dined and mingled while cruising into a gorgeous sunset with sights of some of OC’s best waterfront real estate.  The highlight of the sold out event was a raffle & exciting live auction with a portion of proceeds benefitting OCAR Cares.  YPN is a growing group of young, career-minded real estate professionals who want to stay abreast of the latest tools, resources, and networking opportunities.

Special thanks to OC YPN event sponsors: Prominent Escrow, Distinctive Homes Publishing, the event’s official media sponsor Orange Coast Magazine, The Kevin Budde Team with Prime Lending, Metro Estates, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Star Real Estate, iMortgage, and Broadview Mortgage.  

OC YPN Chairs include: Angie Weeks, Brad Coleman, Matt Clements, Briana Lawrence, Amber Bonasoro, Marco Marquina, Julia Evans, Kara Collacott, Sarah Piazza, and Stacey Smith.

The Orange County Young Professionals Network is focused on connecting and engaging OCAR REALTORS® through networking opportunities, technology, social media, and professional development. By capitalizing on its core principles of professionalism and ethics, partnership, policy, pursuing leadership, participation, and promoting homeownership for the next generation, the Orange County YPN encourages the next generation of REALTORS® to seize responsibility for shaping the direction of the Association and the real estate industry as a whole.

OC YPN hosts monthly mixers and training sessions to educate and build individual business goals and strategic partnerships across Southern California.  Visit the Facebook page: http://www.Facebook.com/OrangeCountyYPN

OC YPN Lunch and Learn June 19th

Want to know what the best of the best are doing to succeed, not just in this market, but in any market? Please join us for the OC YPN Lunch and Learn event where we will have a panel of some of the most successful agents in Orange County talking about the tips and tricks that keep them above the rest!

$20.00 at the door (cash or check to OCAR only)
Tuesday, June 19th11:30-12pm Networking, Lunch and Panel Discussion from 12-1pm 
170 Newport Center Drive suite 100, Newport Beach

Special Thank You to Prominent Escrow for sponsoring this event and their constant support they give towards the growth of Orange County YPN!

OC YPN Chairs: Angie Weeks, Brad Coleman, Briana Lawrence, Julia Evans, Kara Collacott, 
Stacey Smith, Marco Marquina, Amber Bonasoro, Scott Maeda, Michelle LaMott, Matt Clements

OC YPN Lunch & Learn March 20th

Newport Beach Restaurant Week Begins Today

Mark your calendars because the sixth annual Newport Beach Restaurant Week returns from January 20-29th! Newport's finest restaurants will feature special gourmet lunch and dinner menus at 25% - 60% less than regular prices. Some participating restaurants include Bayside Restaurant, Tommy Bahamas, Rusty Pelican, Beachcomber Cafe, Ten Asian Bistro, and many more. Don't miss out on this wonderful dining opportunity! For more details, check out the website at:

http://newportbeachdining.com/newport-beach-restaurant-week/default.aspx

McLaren & RE/MAX Fine Homes

McLaren Newport Beach & Lamborghini Newport Beach held "Cars & Coffee" on Saturday, 

Jan. 14th in Newport Beach. The impressive luxury cars passed by our Newport Beach office.  Check out our RE/MAX Fine Homes sign!  

Click here for additional photos of the event.

December Events in OC

Ready for the Holidays?!? Be sure to check out these happening events going on in December!!!!



12/2:
LIGHTING OF THE BAY!! Newport Beach

Featuring great entertainment, carollers, concessions and even a visit from Santa! 6 PM. Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina: 1131 Back Bay Drive. 949-729-3863 / www.newportdunes.com

12/3-12/4:
SAWDUST WINTER FANTASY!! Laguna Beach

Don't miss the chance the purchase some unique gifts! Featuring arts and crafts, live entertainment, and hands on art projects. 10 AM-6 PM. Sawdust Art Festival Grounds. 949-494-3030 / www.sawdustartfestival.org

12/9-12/10:
DANA POINT HARBOR BOAT PARADE OF LIGHTS!! Dana Point

The theme this year is Santa Salutes the 70's! 7:30 PM. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive. 949-923-2255 / www.danapointharbor.com

12/16-12/23:
HUNTINGTON HARBOUR CRUISE OF LIGHTS BOAT TOUR!! Huntington Beach

Come see thousands of lights decorating boats, decks, docks and homes. Some of them even include animation! $15 for adults; $9 for children. 16889 Algonquin St. 714-840-7542 / www.cruiseoflights.org

12/31:

NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA Huntington Beach
Come one, come all and ring in the New Year with entertainment, dinner, dancing and party favors at this annual evening Gala. 7 PM. Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa. 21500 Pacific Coast Hwy. 714-377-7574 / www.bbjazz.com

Progressive Broker Preview in Corona Del Mar, CA

Tour 8 Exquisite Estates & Win!  

Broker Preview Thursday, Nov. 10th 11am-2pm at:

3235 Ocean Blvd.

Corona Del Mar, CA

Delight your senses with astounding views & sounds of the gentle waves crashing on the sandy beach below. At the edge of the ocean, this rare bluff front property is nestled in the heart of Corona Del Mar and surrounded by lush, naturally landscaped grounds. 10,000 sq. ft. of prime real estate, along with a direct beach access stairway. Showcasing remarkable views of the Ocean, Catalina Island, the jetty where boats set sail from Newport Harbor, sensational sunsets & occasional dolphins playing! Within walking distance to restaurants and shops, this one-of-a-kind property allows for an 8,500 sq. ft. estate. This fabulous parcel of land offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to construct an opulent dream home. Preliminary plans by Brion Jeannette, renowned architect, available for review. Its enormous size, extreme usability and prime location make this property a true oceanfront paradise. Current home on lot sold as is, value in the land.  Offered at $8,250,000  

Listed by Lee Ann Canaday, Canaday Group with RE/MAX Fine Homes

Maxine Larson Joins RE/MAX Fine Homes

Maxine Larson is the newest member of RE/MAX Fine Homes' dynamic sales team. RE/MAX Fine Homes has two offices, operating in Laguna Beach and Newport Beach. Maxine will work out of the newly opened office in Newport Beach located at 3 Corporate Plaza, suite 100. Maxine brings over 30 years real estate experience and was the Top #1 Realtor of her previous RE/MAX Office year after year. She was elected as a 2010 Five STAR Real Estate Agent, a nationwide search for the Best Realtors. Maxine has been in the Top Five for RE/MAX USA and #1 Orange County during her RE/MAX career. Her Top RE/MAX award include the Chairman's Club, the RE/MAX Hall of Fame Award, and the Lifetime Achievement Award. She recently was awarded the new, prestigious "Circle of Legends" award at the RE/MAX Intervention Convention in Las Vegas last March. She has the knowledge of communities, lifestyles and market trends.

"I know all of the benefits of RE/MAX and would never leave this great company." said Maxine Larson. With Maxine's positive attitude, she believes in treating her clients’ transactions as if there were her own transaction. She listens to her client’s wants and needs and in most cases, exceeds their expectations. Maxine builds relationships that last beyond the close of escrow.
Lee Ann Canaday, owner of RE/MAX Fine Homes is pleased to have Larson part of the team. "RE/MAX is the most recognized name in real estate and has a worldwide sales force with more than 90,000 agents. Maxine is a top producer and strengthens our company," stated Lee Ann. Another advantage offered by the company is RE/MAX Mainstreet, an extranet that allows its agents to share referrals, marketing techniques and the latest information about technology, advertising and similar topics.

Larson is involved in her Mariner's Church Volunteering Groups, Sound Of Music Guild at the OC Performing Arts Center and her University of Washington Alumni Association. Her 2 children have recently graduated from Cal Poly SLO and UCLA. She has teamed up with her husband, Ed Czisny, to be able to　provide even better service to all their special clients.
RE/MAX Fine Homes is located at 3 Corporate Plaza suite 100, Newport Beach CA 92660. Maxine may be reached at 714-444-1111 or email her at mailto:maxine@maxinelarson.com
Maxine’s listings, and all U.S. home listings in thousands of cities and towns can be found at
www.remax.com.

Girl Scouts of Orange County Honor Lee Ann Canaday

Girl Scouts of Orange County

Celebrate Leadership

Girl Scouts of Orange County is delighted to announce the 2011 CELEBRATE LEADERSHIP Honorees!  These extraordinary women serve as wonderful role models for today’s girls and as fabulous examples of Girl Scouting for our community! 

2011 CELEBRATE LEADERSHIP

October 27, 2011 at the Island Hotel, Newport Beach

Alumnae Honorees

Sally Anderson
Kathy Bronstein
Lee Ann Canaday
Martha Daniel
Artyn Gardner
Cynthia Nishimoto
Nella Webster O’Grady
Anoosheh Oskouian
Judy Rosener
Hon. Loretta Sanchez
Julie Sokol
Elizabeth Stahr

Congrats Lee Ann Canaday!

RE/MAX is #1

FACT: RE/MAX is the Number 1 real estate services franchise according to Entrepreneur Magazine’s 21^st Annual Franchise 500.  It’s not coincidence that we also have the best agents.

If you’re interested in affiliating with the number one real estate company, let’s talk. Call or email me today.

Lee Ann Canaday

949.249.2424

LeeAnn@CanadayGroup.com

New Listing

New Listing!

211 Diamond Ave       Newport Beach, CA 92662
            

           
 

Spacious beach cottage on Balboa Island. Stunning, turnkey home. Enjoy Island living with fine amenities throughout this custom, built in 2005. Excellent fit & finish with solid walnut hardwood floors, wood paneled & coffered ceiling, KitchenAid appliances, security cameras & speakers throughout. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. 2nd floor den with extensive built-ins. Master suite features a vaulted ceiling, fireplace, private balcony, walk-in closet, gorgeous marble master bath, skylight, shower & jet tub. Two secondary bedrooms on 2nd floor with master. 2nd set of stairs leads to the 3rd floor loft/office and well designed patio equipped for TV & BBQ. 'Secret' playroom or storage space off patio. 2 car garage + golf cart parking. Front patio with white fence. Exterior construction is termite proof. Absolute gem, must see! Offered at $2,750,000  Listed by Lee Ann Canaday, Canaday Group with RE/MAX Fine Homes.


Click here for more info on this home.

OC YPN "Cruise for a Cause" June 30th Newport Beach

The Orange County Young Professionals Network partners with Discovery Arts to create a "Cruise for a Cause." This exciting event will take place on June 30, 2011 from 4:30pm -7:30pm aboard the Spirit of Newport at the Newport Beach Marina. Young Professionals Network is having this "Cruise for a Cause" event to donate to Discovery Arts in an effort to give back to the community.   

Orange County Young Professionals Network (OC YPN) represents the Orange County Association of Realtors®. OC YPN will host monthly mixers and training sessions to educate and build individual business goals and sponsors across Southern California. 

Discovery Arts of Orange County is an outreach program designed to bring dance, drama, music, and art to children battling cancer and other life threatening illnesses during their hospital stay in our local Orange County hospitals. http://www.DiscoverArts.org 

Please join us and get involved in this exciting event benefiting Discovery Arts and give back to our community. Order your presale tickets today, contact Amber Bonasoro, 2011 OC YPN Event Chair at Amber@CanadayGroup.com. Tickets available at the door.