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MARCH MEMBERS’ MONTH AT THE WATER CONSEVATION GARDEN
March 7, 2012 (El Cajon) — The Water Conservation Garden is encouraging the public to become members in March, and take advantage of several special benefits. (To join click here. Garden Member Plant Sale: Save 20% on All Plants, All Month The Garden thrives in large part because of the contributions from members. As a thank-you to this special group of people,
AGENTS’ FRUSTRATIONS WITH THE PRESENT REAL ESTATE MARKET
By Karen Ziegler, Ziegler Realty February 20, 2012 (San Diego’s East County)–As a real estate agent, I’ve seen firsthand frustrations with factors that are needlessly driving down housing prices. Below are some of those factors, along with potential solutions. One leading frustration with the market today, is the condition of the REO (Real Estate Owned)/Bank Owned Homes.
REAL ESTATE TRENCHES: JANUARY 30, 2012
By Charlotte Reed “Real estate is my business—my only business.” January 30, 2012 (San Diego’s East County) – This week, we have big news on major regulatory changes for California’s real estate industry, good news about our local real estate market, and a warning about a real estate-related scam: C.A.R. defends DRE budget reserves Perception of better
WELLS FARGO HOSTS JAN. 25 WORKSHOP TO HELP SAN DIEGO CUSTOMERS FACING MORTGAGE PAYMENT CHALLENGES
Several workshops scheduled in 2012 to help thousands of American families avert foreclosure January 22, 2012 (San Diego)— Wells Fargo & Company is hosting the first of three free workshops across Southern California in San Diego for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Wells Fargo Financial, Wachovia Mortgage and Wells Fargo Home Equity customers facing financial hardships. Wells Fargo has invited more than
FROM THE REAL ESTATE TRENCHES
by Charlotte Reed "Real estate is my business…my only business." January 13, 2012 (San Diego’s East County) – In today’s column, we cover the latest hot topics in real estate locally and nationwide. This week’s topics are: MLS consumer website now available Three realtor associations in merger talks Agents search for the perfect office
FROM THE REAL ESTATE TRENCHES
By Charlotte Reed December 12, 2011 (San Diego’s East County)—From the Real Estate Trenches is a weekly column focused on real estate news that impacts East County’s real estate market. This week’s local and national real estate highlights include: Fannie and Freddie suspend evictions for the holidays Prudential Financial sells its real estate brokerage for $110 million Counting
OUT, OUT DARN DEER!!
How to deter those doe-eyed diners from your backyard this fall and winter season By Joan Casanova December 11, 2011 (San Diego) — With fall and winter on our door steps, you’re probably thinking you’re out of the woods when it comes to deer damage in your backyard landscapes. Wrong. Actually, fall and winter mark the beginning of the
HOLIDAY DECORATIONS LIGHT UP JAMUL HAVEN HISTORIC INN
By Megan McGlamery December 5, 2011 (Jamul) — Tucked away in the scenic countryside of Jamul, California is the five-star Jamul Haven Inn, an exquisite bed and breakfast featuring a beautiful Victorian farmhouse. This four-bedroom, four-bathroom inn is especially spectacular during the holiday season, when innkeeper Marianne Roetzheim brings the holiday spirit to life with her stunning
CHRISTMAS IN ALPINE HOLIDAY HOME TOUR DEC 4TH
December 1, 2011 (Alpine) — The Alpine Woman’s Club will hold its Seventh Annual Christmas in Alpine Holiday Home Tour on Sunday December 4 from 10a.m. to 4p.m. “You will have an opportunity to stroll through four stunning homes which will be exquisitely decorated for the holidays,” said Carlette Anderson with the Alpine Women’s Club. Also, visit the new Queen of
FIRE SURVIVORS’ REBUILT HOME IS ENERGY SELF-SUFFICIENT– AND BEAUTIFUL
By Miriam Raftery November 15, 2011 (Lakeside) – After Scott and Abby Anders lost their home during the 2003 Cedar Fire, they resolved to rebuild. From the ashes, they have created a home that takes maximum advantage of the terrain and climate. In addition, solar photovoltaic and solar water heating systems have made the house a net-zero electricity
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WHY THE REAL ESTATE MARKET LOOKS BRIGHT FOR SAN DIEGO
By Ryan Zuckerman, Homehub.com After a few years of a down economy and real estate market, the sun is rising again, as things turn around for the housing market in San Diego. How you might ask? Here are HomeHub.com’s top three reasons why we believe the future is a bright for the real estate market in San Diego. Remember this,
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REAL ESTATE MARKET FINISHES STRONG AT END OF 2012
Foreclosures down 41% in California and 19% nationwide By Kurt Wannebo January 5, 2013 (San Diego)–The year 2012 has become the critical turning point in this downward market that began many years ago. Analysts will say that the real estate market started its downward trend in 2008, however, through my work I was able to see indicators and pockets of
MAYOR FILNER AND NAAC ANNOUNCE FREE HOMEOWNERS CONFERENCE DEC. 15 IN SAN DIEGO
Do you qualify for compensation due to wrongful foreclosure in 2009 or 2010? Find out and get help–free December 13, 2012 (San Diego) — San Diego’s newly-elected Mayor Bob Filner and the National Asian American Coalition (NAAC) are co-sponsoring what could be the largest Independent Foreclosure Review (IFR) event and resource fair in California this year. Under the IFR review,
WHAT ‘S UP WITH THIS DOWN MARKET?
By Kurt Wannebo, CEO, San Diego Real Estate and Investments (SDREI) November 26, 2012 (San Diego)–Did you know that right now that we are actually in a seller’s market and prices are starting to go up? If you are a buyer waiting for the bottom of the market to buy, news flash, you already missed it by a couple of
TIPS FOR A SAFE AND WARM WINTER SEASON
By Juan Velasco November 22, 2012 (San Diego) — With the cold weather setting in, consumers should be aware of certain safety measures and energy-efficient tips to keep their home comfortable throughout the winter months. 1. One of the easiest heating tips: On sunny days, take advantage of the sun to bring in heat. Adjust blinds so they are open and tilted
SAN DIEGO COUNCIL APPROVES PROPERTY VALUE PROTECTION ORDINANCE
November 20, 2012 (San Diego)—By a 5-3 vote, San Diego’s City Council voted last week to pass the Property Value Protection Ordinance (PVPO) aimed at helping banks clean up blighted foreclosure properties. It requires banks to register with the city and pay a $76 fee whenever they take action to foreclose a home. The registry makes it possible to immediately identify the bank
HOLIDAY HOME TOUR DECEMBER 1 IN LAKESIDE
November 19, 2012 (Lakeside) — The Lakeside Historical Society will be hosting their annual HOLIDAY HOME TOUR on Saturday, December 1 from 10a.m. until 2p.m. Four unique homes and one business will be featured on the self-guided tour. The Lakeside Museum and Olde Community Church will open for viewing as well. Mrs Clause Christmas Resale Shoppe will be open for shopping.
THE BLACK FRIDAY BARGAIN: WHY NOW IS THE TIME TO START PLANNING THE HOME REMODEL OF YOUR DREAMS
November 15, 2012 (Sunnyvale, CA)—With the holidays (and associated chaos) fast approaching, you probably aren’t putting much thought into home improvement—except, perhaps, to grumble about the fact that you’ll have to cook another Thanksgiving meal in your outdated kitchen, or to wish that you didn’t have to steer your fa-la-la-ing guests toward your house’s only bathroom with its leaky faucet.
CHRISTMAS IN ALPINE HOME TOUR, DECEMBER 9
November 15, 2012 (Alpine) — The Alpine Woman’s Club will hold its eighth annual “Christmas in Alpine” Holiday Home Tour on Sunday, December 9th from 10a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be an opportunity to stroll through five stunning country estates and view one of Alpine’s beautiful churches, which will be decorated for the season. The historic town hall will
THE ALPINE WOMAN’S CLUB 8TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY HOME TOUR IS DECEMBER 9TH
November 9, 2012 (Alpine) – The Alpine Woman’s Club 8th Annual Holiday Home Tour is December 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. You will have an opportunity to stroll through five stunning homes which will be decorated for the holidays and visit a local church which will also be decorated for the season. Ticket holders can stop by the
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