Antique Valentines, Tea and Chocolates
January 31, 2012 by Markus & Heidi Brown · Leave a Comment
Want something sweet, sentimental, and a little out-of-the-ordinary for your Valentine date this year? Check out the Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society’s Valentine celebration THIS Saturday (yes THIS Saturday, Feb 4th). It’s a great way to kick off a season of love and appreciation for your significant other. When: Saturday, Feb 4th, from Noon to [...]
Gigantic Antique and Collectible Sale – Santa Ana
January 30, 2012 by Markus & Heidi Brown · 1 Comment
Attention all antique lovers! The Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society is having a “GIGANTIC” Antique and Collectible Sale on Saturday March 3rd — a great opportunity to pick up some pieces for your historic home (or any home that needs a little infusion of character). Personally, I’m excited to check out some of the salvaged [...]
How to Choose a Real Estate Agent
January 26, 2012 by Markus & Heidi Brown · Leave a Comment
Whether you’re a buyer or seller, your real estate agent’s skills can make or break a sale. That’s why it’s so important to find a trustworthy, professional Realtor who has your best interests at heart. Especially in this market, easy transactions are few and far in-between. Lenders are tightening up their policies, new laws that [...]
Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Act Expiring – 2012 is the Year for Short Sales
January 19, 2012 by Markus & Heidi Brown · Leave a Comment
It’s big news for homeowners everywhere who are struggling to meet their mortgage payments: the Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Act is set to expire on December 31st, 2012, making this year the year to do a short sale. If you’re considering a short sale (which is a far better alternative to foreclosure), now is the time [...]
Tustin Blimp Hangar Tour
September 8, 2011 by Markus & Heidi Brown · Leave a Comment
The Tustin Preservation Conservancy has scheduled a tour of our Historic Blimp Hangar on Saturday, September 17. If you would like to attend, go to their website at www.preservetustin.org to sign up. There is a coupon there for you to download and send in. BE SURE to include your email address, as they will be [...]
New Listing Coming Up in Old Town Tustin
June 15, 2011 by Markus & Heidi Brown · 1 Comment
We’ve got a new listing coming up in Old Town Tustin. It’s not on the MLS yet, so if you’re looking for a historic home and don’t want to compete with other buyers to get it, contact us. The house is a 1922 California bungalow. It’s super charming and on a great street in Old [...]
Architectural Salvage Materials Available RIGHT NOW
May 23, 2011 by Markus & Heidi Brown · Leave a Comment
As part of a recent settlement agreement with the City concerning certain vintage properties in the Lacy Neighborhood, Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society is conducting emergency architectural salvage over the next week. Because of time and storage limitations they are offering cut-rate prices on salvage items to local individuals (no dealers please) who can come [...]
Free Historic Home to Anyone that Wants to Move It!
April 27, 2011 by Markus & Heidi Brown · Leave a Comment
Attention lovers and preservationists of old homes and buildings: Have we got a deal for you! The Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society, in our efforts to support the preservation of Santa Ana’s beautiful, historic buildings, would like to bring to your attention an immediate opportunity to save a beautiful motor court in the Lacy neighborhood! [...]
Old Town Tustin’s Historic Home Tour Coming in May!
April 21, 2011 by Markus & Heidi Brown · Leave a Comment
Every year Old Town Tustin takes part in the Tustin Area Historical Society’s home tour. This year’s theme is “A Tour of Tustin’s History”. Save the date! The home tour takes place Saturday, May 14, 2011. The main event is a walking tour of some of the historical homes and gardens in the historic district. [...]
