# Carter Kaufman Team > A Newport Beach-based Compass team specializing in luxury coastal single-family and waterfront properties across Orange County, combining negotiation-focused representation with concierge marketing and third-party verified production. coastal Orange County luxury, waterfront specialists, negotiation-first, Compass-backed concierge services, RealTrends-verified production, high-net-worth sellers & buyers ## Agent Bios - [Chris Fawcett Newport Beach Real Estate Agent | Realtor | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/agent/chris-fawcett-1): Agent profile for Chris Fawcett, a Newport Beach-based Carter Kaufman team member serving Orange County. - [Dillon Yowell Newport Beach Real Estate Agent | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/agent/dillon-yowell): Directory page for Newport Beach real estate agent Dillon Yowell with Carter Kaufman Team contact details and appointment prompts. - [Austin Troughton | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/agent/austin-troughton): Austin Troughton's Newport Beach agent profile highlights his Southern California real estate background and Carter Kaufman Group affiliation. - [Debbie Sullivan | Explore Her Real Estate Expertise | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/agent/debbie-sullivan): Debbie Sullivan is a Newport Beach real estate agent with Carter Kaufman Group. - [About Carter Kaufman | Carter Kaufman Team | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/agent/carter-kaufman): Agent profile for Newport Beach real estate professional Carter Kaufman, highlighting sales achievements, listings, and contact details. - [About Zane Arcement | Carter Kaufman Team | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/agent/zane-arcement): Zane Arcement's Newport Beach agent profile highlights luxury coastal Orange County sales and a $600 million-plus transaction history. - [Elliott Kaufman | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/agent/elliott-kaufman): Agent profile for Elliott Kaufman in Newport Beach, with contact details, a placeholder bio, and recent sold-property listings. ## Neighborhood Guides - [Costa Mesa Real Estate - Luxury Homes for Sale | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/costa-mesa): Carter Kaufman Group lists Costa Mesa real estate and luxury homes for sale. - [Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate | Carter Kaufman Team | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/eastside-costa-mesa): Eastside Costa Mesa neighborhood guide highlighting luxury homes, shopping, dining, schools, and local attractions. - [Explore Corona Del Mar Real Estate | Carter Kaufman Team | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/corona-del-mar): Neighborhood listing page for Corona Del Mar real estate and coastal homes in Newport Beach. - [Newport Beach Real Estate & Luxury Homes for Sale | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/newport-beach): Directory page for Newport Beach real estate and luxury homes, with neighborhood-guide links and a featured nearby listing. - [Laguna Beach Real Estate - Explore Luxury Listings | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/laguna-beach): Laguna Beach real estate neighborhood page with featured listings and Carter Kaufman Team contact details. - [Mystic Hills Real Estate | Homes in Mystic Hills, CA | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/mystic-hills): A Laguna Beach neighborhood guide to Mystic Hills' luxury homes, panoramic views, and nearby beaches, shopping, schools, and trails. - [Temple Hills Real Estate | Homes for Sale in Temple Hills | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/temple-hills): Temple Hills is a Laguna Beach neighborhood guide covering historic luxury homes, coastal views, dining, schools, and local attractions. - [Newport Heights Newport Beach Real Estate | Carter Kaufman | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/newport-heights): Directory guide to Newport Heights in Newport Beach, highlighting coastal homes, local amenities, schools, and community lifestyle. - [Mesa Verde Real Estate Newport Beach | Neighborhood Guide | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/mesa-verde): Mesa Verde neighborhood real estate listing for Newport Beach, presented by Carter Kaufman Group. - [Dana Point Real Estate | Luxury Coastal Homes for Sale | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/dana-point): Directory page for Dana Point real estate and luxury coastal homes, with a placeholder neighborhood description and Carter Kaufman Group contact information. - [Lido Isle Newport Beach Homes - Discover Luxury Living | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/lido-isle): Neighborhood guide to Lido Isle in Newport Beach, highlighting luxury homes, private docks, and Mediterranean-style living. - [Dover Shores Real Estate | Homes in Dover Shores, CA | Carter Kaufman Team](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods/dover-shores): Dover Shores is a private Newport Beach neighborhood guide highlighting parks, schools, bayfront homes, and local dining. ## Buyer Guides - [Buying a Home in Newport Beach | Carter Kaufman Group](https://carterkaufman.com/buyers): Carter Kaufman Group's Newport Beach buyers page promotes guided home buying and invites prospective clients to book an appointment. ## Seller Guides - [Home Valuation | See What Your Home Could Sell For Today](https://carterkaufman.com/sellers): Carter Kaufman Team's seller page centers on a home valuation request form and contact details in Newport Beach. ## Featured Blog Posts - [Mystic Hills Laguna Beach Homes: Views, Lots, Design](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/buying-in-mystic-hills-views-lots-and-design-styles): Guide to buying Mystic Hills Laguna Beach homes, covering views, lot types, design styles, permitting, wildfire risk, and due diligence. - [ShortTerm Rentals in Corona del Mar: Permits, Caps, Compliance](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/shortterm-rentals-in-cdm-permits-caps-and-compliance): A Corona del Mar guide explains Newport Beach short-term rental permits, caps, taxes, operating rules, and transfer requirements. - [Preparing Your Dover Shores Home for Premium Sale](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/preparing-your-dover-shores-home-for-a-premium-sale): Blog post on preparing a Dover Shores, Newport Beach home for a premium sale. - [Corona Del Mar Bridge Loans: Buy Before You Sell Smart](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/bridge-loans-in-cdm-buy-before-you-sellconfidently): A Corona Del Mar guide to bridge loans, payment-fronting options, and buy-before-you-sell strategies. - [Smart Home Features Lido Isle CA | Modern Coastal Living](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/must-have-smart-home-features-for-lido-isle-homeowners): A Lido Isle real-estate blog outlines smart home upgrades that improve convenience, security, and energy efficiency. - [Maximizing Natural Light Home Design in Newport Beach](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/maximizing-natural-light-home-design-tips-that-add-value): A Newport Beach blog outlines home design strategies for maximizing natural light and boosting property value. - [Iconic Landmarks in Corona Del Mar, CA | Must-See Sites](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/iconic-landmarks-in-corona-del-mar-ca-you-cant-miss): A real-estate blog catalogs Corona Del Mar landmarks, beaches, and home styles, highlighting the area's coastal architecture and scenery. - [Boost Home Equity Fast in Dana Point, CA](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/how-to-build-home-equity-faster-in-dana-point-ca): Carter Kaufman outlines ways Dana Point homeowners can build home equity faster through payments, refinancing, upgrades, and maintenance. - [Tidelands and Leasehold in Newport Beach Explained](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/tidelands-and-leasehold-in-newport-beach-explained): Explains Newport Beach waterfront ownership, tidelands, leaseholds, docks, and mooring rules for buyers. - [Temple Hills Home Buying Guide, Laguna Beach Views](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/temple-hills-slope-access-and-view-trade-offs): A Laguna Beach guide to Temple Hills hillside homes, focusing on driveway grade, garage design, access roads, and view trade-offs. - [Buying a Home in Laguna Beach, CA | Expert Guide](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/your-guide-to-buying-a-home-in-laguna-beach-ca): A guide to buying a home in Laguna Beach, covering market conditions, neighborhoods, financing, inspections, offers, and closing costs. - [Hidden Gems Costa Mesa CA - Discover Unique Experiences](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/hidden-gems-in-costa-mesa-ca-you-need-to-discover): A Costa Mesa blog spotlights arts, shopping, and entertainment destinations including Segerstrom Center, South Coast Plaza, and the OC Fair. - [Real Estate Agent Mesa Verde CA | Find the Right Fit](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/how-to-find-the-right-real-estate-agent-in-mesa-verde-ca): Guide to choosing a Mesa Verde, CA real estate agent, emphasizing local expertise, communication, negotiation skills, and fee transparency. - [Corona Del Mar Neighborhoods Guide | Find Your Fit](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/choosing-your-ideal-corner-of-corona-del-mar): Guide to choosing Corona del Mar blocks by walkability, beach access, views, and lot size. - [Mesa Verde Living in Costa Mesa: Homes and Golfside Life](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/mesa-verde-living-mid-century-homes-and-golfside-life): A Costa Mesa neighborhood guide to Mesa Verde's mid-century homes, golfside setting, and nearby arts, shopping, and parks. - [Fall on the Back Bay: A Dover Shores Resident's Playbook](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/fall-on-the-back-bay-a-dover-shores-playbook-for-the-quiet-season): A seasonal guide to fall wildlife, paddling, tides, and neighborhood life around Dover Shores and Newport Beach's Back Bay. - [Laguna Beach Shoulder Season: A Local's Fall 2026 Playbook](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/the-laguna-beach-shoulder-season-a-locals-playbook-for-the-weeks-between-sawdust-and-winter-fantasy): A local guide to Laguna Beach's shoulder season, covering restaurant changes, arts programming, and Hospitality Night planning between summer and winter festivals. - [Eastside Costa Mesa Lifestyle Guide for a Perfect Weekend](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/a-weekend-lifestyle-guide-to-eastside-costa-mesa): A lifestyle guide to Eastside Costa Mesa highlights 17th Street, Paseo 17, nearby parks, and quick access to Newport Beach and the Back Bay. - [Lido Isle Newport Beach Real Estate: Is It Your Upgrade?](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/is-lido-isle-the-right-upgrade-for-you): A buyer's guide to Lido Isle in Newport Beach covering boating access, lifestyle trade-offs, market data and ownership costs. - [Selling a Temple Hills Home in Laguna Beach](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/selling-a-temple-hills-home-in-a-view-driven-market): Guide to selling a Temple Hills Laguna Beach home in a view-driven market, emphasizing views, hillside usability, wildfire readiness, and documentation. - [Hiring the Right Newport Beach Agent for Luxury Sales](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/hiring-the-right-newport-beach-agent-for-luxury-sales): Guide to choosing a Newport Beach luxury real estate agent, focusing on submarket expertise, coastal issues, marketing systems, and credential verification. - [Mesa Verde: Golf Course vs. Inner-Tract Homes Guide](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/mesa-verde-golf-course-vs-inner-tract-homes): A Costa Mesa guide comparing Mesa Verde golf-course homes and inner-tract homes on views, privacy, noise, costs, and maintenance. - [Neighborhoods in Newport Beach, CA: A Smart Buyer Guide](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/tips-for-choosing-the-right-neighborhood-in-newport-beach-ca): A Newport Beach real estate guide on choosing neighborhoods by lifestyle, amenities, schools, market trends, and future development. - [Corona del Mar Micromarkets: Ocean vs Canyon Exposure](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/corona-del-mar-micromarkets-ocean-vs-canyon-exposure): Guide to Corona del Mar ocean vs. canyon exposure, comparing view premiums, lot types, permits, and resale tradeoffs. - [What High-End Buyers Want in Corona Del Mar](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/what-high-end-buyers-want-in-corona-del-mar): A Corona del Mar luxury-market guide outlining buyer priorities like views, privacy, turnkey condition, and indoor-outdoor living. - [Laguna Beach Lifestyle Neighborhoods: Which Fit You?](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/laguna-beach-lifestyles-village-hillside-and-coast): A Laguna Beach neighborhood guide comparing village, hillside, and coastal living for homebuyers. - [Best Costa Mesa Neighborhoods for Coastal Commuters](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/where-to-live-in-costa-mesa-as-a-coastal-commuter): Guide to Costa Mesa neighborhoods for coastal commuters balancing Newport access, commute times, and budget. - [Top Neighborhoods to Invest in Laguna Beach, CA in 2025](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/top-neighborhoods-to-invest-in-laguna-beach-ca-this-year): A guide to Laguna Beach neighborhoods with distinct real estate investment appeal for buyers seeking views, privacy, or rental demand. - [Temple Hills Remodel Tips for Laguna Beach Homes](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/planning-a-remodel-that-fits-temple-hills-character): Laguna Beach directory guide on remodeling Temple Hills homes to match hillside character, approvals, and wildfire rules. - [Dana Point Harbor Communities: Where Should Boaters Live?](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/a-boaters-guide-to-dana-point-harbor-communities): Guide to boat-friendly Dana Point Harbor communities, marinas, storage options, slip waitlists, and neighborhood tradeoffs. - [Preparing Lido Isle Homes for Waterfront Appeal](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/preparing-lido-isle-homes-for-maximum-waterfront-appeal): A guide to preparing Lido Isle waterfront homes for stronger buyer appeal and smoother Newport Beach sales. - [Newport Heights Views vs Lots: What Matters Most?](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/newport-heights-tradeoffs-views-lots-and-walkability): A Newport Heights neighborhood guide examines tradeoffs among views, larger lots, and walkability for Orange County buyers. - [Second-Home Ownership in Mystic Hills Laguna Beach](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/second-home-ownership-in-mystic-hills-laguna-beach): Guide to second-home ownership in Mystic Hills, Laguna Beach, covering pricing, views, taxes, wildfire risk, and rental rules. - [Dana Point Summer 2026: A Resident's Post-Village Guide](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/the-dana-point-summer-where-the-harbor-moved-uphill): A resident-focused guide to navigating Dana Point's summer 2026 harbor closures, dining shifts, concerts, festivals, and logistics. - [Newport Heights Real Estate Market: Ready to Move Up?](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/newport-heights-market-guide-for-move-up-buyers): A Newport Heights move-up buyer guide covering views, lot utility, pricing, hazards, and financing in Newport Beach. - [Dana Point Coastal Homes Guide: Compare Harbor Options](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/dana-point-coastal-homes-comparing-harbor-area-options): A Dana Point guide compares detached homes, townhomes, and condos near the harbor by pricing, views, walkability, ownership costs, and flood risk. - [Eastside Costa Mesa Buyer's Guide to Micro-Locations](https://carterkaufman.com/blog/eastside-costa-mesa-buyers-guide-to-micro-locations): A buyer's guide to comparing Eastside Costa Mesa micro-locations, zoning, outdoor access, parking, and parcel conditions. ## Testimonials - [Testimonials | Carter Kaufman Group](https://carterkaufman.com/testimonials): Testimonials page for Carter Kaufman Team in Newport Beach, featuring client reviews and team accolades. ## Core Pages - [Orange County Real Estate & Los Angeles | Carter Kaufman](https://carterkaufman.com/): Carter Kaufman Group's Newport Beach real estate site highlights Orange County listings, past transactions, and contact details. ## Other Pages - [Meet Our Team | Carter Kaufman Group](https://carterkaufman.com/team): Carter Kaufman Group team page listing Newport Beach agents and promoting the group's sales ranking and reviews. - [Neighborhoods | Carter Kaufman Group](https://carterkaufman.com/neighborhoods): Directory of Orange County neighborhood guides covering Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and Costa Mesa. - [Carter Kaufman Group Newport Beach real estate](https://carterkaufman.com/copytp): Newport Beach real estate team profile for Carter Kaufman Group, highlighting rankings, reviews, and contact details. - [Compass Concierge | Carter Kaufman Group](https://carterkaufman.com/concierge): Orange County Compass Concierge page for Carter Kaufman Group promoting home-improvement financing for faster, higher-price home sales. - [Privacy Policy](https://carterkaufman.com/terms-and-conditions): Carter Kaufman Team's privacy policy and terms of use outline data collection, AI use, sharing practices, and user opt-outs for the real estate site. - [Blog | Los Angeles & Orange County Real Estate](https://carterkaufman.com/blog): Carter Kaufman Team's Newport Beach real estate blog lists neighborhood-focused posts on luxury sales, lifestyle, and market guides. - [Bridge Loan Services | Carter Kaufman Group](https://carterkaufman.com/bridge-loan): Carter Kaufman Team explains bridge loan services for using home equity to buy a new home before selling the current one. - [404 Page Not Found](https://carterkaufman.com/404): Carter Kaufman Group's Newport Beach 404 page promotes the team's rankings, reviews, and contact information. - [Carter Kaufman - Sample](https://carterkaufman.com/about-sample): Profile of Newport Beach agent Carter Kaufman, highlighting Orange County sales accolades and recent luxury sold listings. - [Megan Darakjian - Sample](https://carterkaufman.com/about-sample2): Carter Kaufman Group's about page highlights Orange County luxury sales, past transactions, and team contact details. - [Carter Kaufman Group Newport Beach real estate team](https://carterkaufman.com/team-copy): Carter Kaufman Group's Newport Beach team page introduces its principal and Realtors serving Orange County.