Michael Franco has once again earned a Top Producer Title for 2015. In 2015, Michael Franco had over 30 million dollars in real estate sales. Among his sales this past year are a South Laguna, oceanfront home which sold for 6.2 million dollars and a Crystal Cove home which sold for 3.4 million dollars. Michael’s combination of local real estate knowledge and his ability to communicate with his clients leads to this success rate. Let Michael Franco, help you find your perfect Orange County home whether it is new construction or an existing property.
Regardless of the season in which you are planning to sell your home, make sure all maintenance and home repairs are completed prior to listing your home. Even in the winter, begin by cleaning up the yard and keeping the front door area clean, neat and in good repair. Have a home inspection prior to listing your home and make these repairs immediately, therefore there will not be any surprises when home sells and the closing process will move along smoothly.
The Irvine Barclay Theatre is hosting a performance by Jazz Reach and the Metta Quintet on Friday, January 15th, 2016. The performance, entitled Yes, Indeed! will celebrate the great American blues tradition. It has been said that the blues tradition is the backbone of all American music including R&B, gospel, funk, rock and jazz. Yes, Indeed! is an interactive music experience that is designed to increase ones appreciation and understanding of the blues tradition and its roots in music. The Irvine Barclay Theatre is located at 4242 Campus Drive. Tickets range in price from $15 to $20. The performance takes place at 7:30pm. For more information, see their website at: https://apps.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&e=9824e45b4a9268a444c760ae94df5d44.
Shady Canyon is a group of three exclusive communities located in the Turtle Rock village in the city of Irvine. Shady Canyon is surrounded by 16,000 acres of green space. Located at 42 Golden Eagle, this 8,100 square foot home is part of the Shady Canyon Custom home development. This six bedroom, seven bathroom estate was built in 2005. The home sits on a large, 38,700 square foot lot, giving the home extensive privacy. Attention to detail can be seen in the vaulted ceilings, flagstone walls and hand carved Crema limestone fireplaces. This estate has a classic Tuscan architectural style. Entertaining is a joy with a covered outdoor dining pavilion. In addition outdoors, homeowners will enjoy a swimming pool, spa, pool house and casita with a bar. The homeowners’ association offers pools, spas, tennis courts, parks and a clubhouse. Students attend schools in the distinguished Irvine Unified School District, specifically Turtle Rock Elementary School, Bonita Canyon Elementary School and University High School.