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The Prius may be next...

Michael A. Caruso ~ Orange County Real Estate: Real Estate Brokerage in Laguna Niguel, CA

According to reports Toyota is set to announce Prius recalls, this time for brake software problems for the 2010 models.

Chances are your neighbor, someone in your family, or a friend drives a Toyota. They have done a good job at fixing this issue but I just want everyone to be aware if they do indeed drive one of these at-risk cars.

But remember, it's not just the car we need to worry about! Drive safely, buckle up, and stay off your cell phone to make the roads safer for everyone!

And Thank You for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection

Best Regards,

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GRI GREEN

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors

www.michaelcarusorealestate.com

949-753-7900

Housing Inventory Snapshot

Michael A. Caruso ~ Orange County Real Estate: Real Estate Brokerage in Laguna Niguel, CA

I hope you will find the following snapshot of local Real Estate inventory interesting. The table represents aggregated values based on MLS data for the specified date.

Housing Inventory Snapshot January 29, 2010
Average List Price Median List Price Average Days On Market
Orange County, CA
Single Family under $1M $570,364 $550,000 97
Single Family over $1M $3,176,203 $1,995,000 159
Condo/Townhome under $600K $310,728 $299,000 102
Condo/Townhome over $600K $1,127,800 $899,000 154
Los Angeles County, CA
Single Family under $600K $332,497 $325,000 101
Single Family over $600K $1,350,544 $949,000 129
Condo/Townhome under $400K $234,876 $225,000 104
Condo/Townhome over $400K $631,584 $525,000 106
Riverside County, CA
Single Family under $700K $227,080 $195,000 134
Single Family over $700K $1,520,789 $1,049,900 181
Condo/Townhome under $500K $138,190 $114,800 129
Condo/Townhome over $500K N/A N/A N/A

MORTGAGE. National Averages (January 29, 2010)*
30-year fixed Rate - 5.07% APR - n/a%
15-year fixed Rate - 4.49% APR - n/a%
5/1 ARM Rate - 4.11% APR - n/a%

* Mortgage rates were collected from publicly available sources (yahoo.com) on the date stated. The accuracy of the information and the availability of these rates are not guaranteed by the publisher. Rates are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice. Actual market interest rates may vary.

If you know someone who is considering buying or selling a home, please give me a call. I will provide professional & courteous service along with knowledgeable guidance through the process.

And Thank You for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection!

Best Regards,

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GRI GREEN

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors

View Our Beautiful Ocean View Listing

Michael A. Caruso ~ Orange County Real Estate: Real Estate Brokerage in Laguna Niguel, CA

Colorful Streets

Michael A. Caruso ~ Orange County Real Estate: Real Estate Brokerage in Laguna Niguel, CA

Can you guess where in the world this colorful street is? Hint: my wife is from here...

Thank you for making me your Orange County Real Estate Connection

Best Regards,

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GRI GREEN

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors

www.michaelcarusorealestate.com

949-753-7900

Will he or won't he?

Michael A. Caruso ~ Orange County Real Estate: Real Estate Brokerage in Laguna Niguel, CA

Brett Favre has a lot to think about these next few weeks. Instead of going to the Superbowl, Brett Favre gets to decide if he is going to retire or give it another shot.

Everyone is wondering if this is will be the end of Favre's Hall-of-Fame career. It's no doubt he is one of the greatest, but his age will start taking a toll on him. If he comes back it will be his 20th season playing pro football.

I am most curious about Packers and Vikings fans and what they think about this. Any of you out there care to comment?

Please share! And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection!

Best Regards,

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GRI GREEN

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors

www.michaelcarusorealestate.com

949-753-7900