ExplorOcean–the latest change to the Balboa Peninsula

Have you heard of this newest addition to the Balboa Peninsula area?  Please share your thoughts! Interactive center planned for Newport Harbor Nautical Museum could lead to a revitalization effort for the peninsula, civic leaders say. By Mike Reicher  |  October 15, 2011 | 7:23 p.m. NEWPORT BEACH — Ship models? They may be better …

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Newport Beach yacht clubs

With their convenient proximity to the ocean, both Newport Beach and Corona del Mar are ideal locations for yacht clubs, something that obviously those clubs agree with, since there are several in the area. A list of the many yacht clubs and their contact information follows below. • Newport Beach Yacht Club The exclusive, members-only …

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10 tips to snag a mortgage in 2011

Mortgage lenders tightened their standards after the subprime-mortgage mess, and that won’t change this year. But mortgage loans can be had. Follow these 10 tips from MSN.com to secure a mortgage at an interest rate and under the terms that are right for you this year: 1. Have the right credit score The best combination …

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HOPE NOW Celebrates 4 Years, Releases November Data

HOPE NOW, the industry alliance of mortgage servicers and other professionals, investors, and counselors, completed its fourth year in existence in 2010. The alliance includes companies such as Bank of America, GMAC Mortgage, and Wells Fargo. The organization’s latest market report estimates 1.65 million homeowners received permanent loan modifications from January to November 2010. In …

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