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August 2017 Blog Posts

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What's Going on at Lido Village

Welcome to Lido Marina Village, a waterfront center featuring shopping and dining with idyllic Newport Harbor views. The village was first created in 1971, but it has gone through a complete transformation in the past couples yeas. Lido Marina Village offers fun for the whole family and is a perfect place to explore and to hang out. Shop for new home Continue reading

Published on Thursday, August 31, 2017

The Coolest New Wallpaper Trends

When you first think of wallpaper you may associate it with words like old, outdated, and Grandmother's house. Not anymore! Wallpaper is the new go to interior design trick to spice up your home. Although decorating your entire house with traditional wallpaper is out of style, accent wall, textured, and patterned wallpaper are very in. The Continue reading

Published on Thursday, August 31, 2017

4 Tips For Installing an Outdoor Shower

When the sun is out and the temperatures are warm, it’s often hard to go back inside. Maximize your time outside and create an outdoor oasis complete with an outdoor shower. You can start your day with a morning outdoor awakening, rinse off after playing at the beach, or end your day with a long relaxing outdoor shower. An outdoor shower is a perfect Continue reading

Published on Friday, August 25, 2017

What Exactly is a Lien?

During the process of buying and selling a house, it’s often hard to keep all of the real estate jargon straight. Rest assured, Balboa Realty , the leaders in orange county property management and real estate is here to help you understand all of those tricky real estate buzz words. One of the words you’ll want to know is a lien. “What is a lien how Continue reading

Published on Thursday, August 24, 2017

4 Money Saving Landscaping Tips

Get your gardening on this summer! You can turn your backyard into one that looks straight out of a Home and Garden magazine without having to pay the price. Why hire an expensive professional when you can do it yourself with our 4 easy and cheap landscaping ideas. Not only will your landscape look lush and beautiful, but when it comes time to Continue reading

Published on Friday, August 18, 2017

3 Fun Things To Do At The Irvine Spectrum

The Irvine Spectrum is a mega mall perfect for a date night or an excursion with friend and family. Enjoy shopping, dining, live entertainment and of course some of the best people watching! Stay in one of our Newport Beach Vacation rentals and visit the Irvine Spectrum during your vacation. Here are three of our favorite things to do at the Irvine Continue reading

Published on Thursday, August 17, 2017

Why You Shouldn't Buy a Home Without a Real Estate Agent

If you decide to buy a new home without using the expertise of a real estate agent you could be entering dangerous real estate territory. You may be thinking "why do I need to hire a real estate agent", "Could I just try and do it myself?" or "Is it really worth the money?" so we're here to explain the risks of Continue reading

Published on Tuesday, August 15, 2017

4 Apartment Changes That Could Cost You Your Security Deposit

When you move into your new apartment there will undoubtedly be things you'll want to change and improve. Before starting a big expensive home improvement project, be sure to be in contact with your landlord so that you're always on the same page. If you make an unapproved change you might end up losing a lot of your security deposit if it costs... Continue reading

Published on Friday, August 11, 2017

Have Some Summer Fun at the OC Fair

Are you looking for some great summertime fun and entertainment? The OC Fair is back and this year's fair theme is “Farm Fresh Fun”. The Orange County Fair has grown from a small 5 day celebration into a 23 day festival that is one of Orange County’s most eagerly anticipated annual events. Last year's attendance was Continue reading

Published on Friday, August 11, 2017

Natural Ways To Kill Weeds in Your Yard

The one thing that can put a damper on your summertime gardening and landscaping is weeds. These unwanted little pests can become a serious issue that you’ll want to clear up in the beginning and then dedicate a little time to maintaining them all year round. When it comes to killing weeds, many people want to avoid toxic chemicals that can be dangerous... Continue reading

Published on Monday, August 7, 2017

4 Quick & Smart Ways to Buy a House

When it comes to buying a new house the process can be long and tedious. On average, it takes about 2 months to buy a new house, but when the markets hot and there is a lot of interest in buying a property it could take up to 6 months. At Balboa Realty we understand that you might not have the time to wait 6 months to buy a house or you simply Continue reading

Published on Friday, August 4, 2017

Best Barbecue Spots in Orange County

Calling all meat lovers! Your summer vacation in Newport Beach won't be complete without some barbecue at the beach. You can host a BBQ in the comfort of one of our Newport Beach vacation rentals , or gather your friends and family and go out to one of the many mouth watering barbecue restaurants in Orange County. If meat isn't Continue reading

Published on Friday, August 4, 2017