Archive for December 2011
January Calendar of Events for San Diego
Happy New Year everyone! I can’t believe 2011 is coming to a close. I am excited for 2012 and hope that you all have a wonderful year, filled with good health, happiness, laughter and success. There is a lot going on in January in San Diego, so enjoy! January 6-7, 2nd Annual Free E-Waste…
Read MorePlanning for Business Success in the New Year
I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday, spent with loved ones, and was able to take a little time off. I rarely do take time off, and these past few days were truly wonderful – just being with my family and not paying attention to my phone or computer. It was well-deserved and much appreciated,…
Read MoreWhat Do Real Estate Agents REALLY Do?
I was involved in some communications this morning between agents-members of a social media group called “Raise the Bar in Real Estate,” and we do our best to make this happen. The question came up about buyers and sellers out there do not understand what we agents actually DO. One of my colleagues commented that…
Read MoreWhy Is It Difficult for Investors to Buy Condos?
In the last several months I have seen my investor clients face some big challenges in purchasing condominiums. I have had two sales almost fall apart in the 11th hour – luckily both buyers were able to close with cash at the last minute. There are a few roadblocks investors need to watch out for…
Read MoreDid Realtors Lie?
Realtors, like lawyers and car salespeople, have not always had the best reputation (there are those of us who make it our mission to disprove the myths, but I digress). The latest scandal certainly does not help the industry: a report was released today that home sales in the last 5 years were misreported across…
Read MoreAvoid Foreclosure and Stay in Your Home: Deeds for Lease Programs
We have heard news of deed for lease programs rumbling for some time, but Bank of America announced this week that it will begin making them a reality. What this means is that struggling homeowners will be able to turn their deeds over the the bank, and then sign a lease to stay in their…
Read MoreToo Much Going On? Get Organized
This is definitely the time of year many people feel there is simply too much going on. It is easy to become overwhelmed – we need to tie up our end of the year business, finish projects, visit doctors, plan parties and holidays, buy gifts, spend money…it can be maddening. Throw in the fast paced…
Read MoreFour Traits Every Realtor Should Possess
No matter what business you are in, if you work with people there are some things you should always do if you want to be successful. By successful I don’t mean financially, although if you do possess these qualities that will follow, but successful in making your clients truly feel well cared for. For Realtors,…
Read MoreWeekly News REcap 12-2-2011
Happy December everyone! I can’t believe the year is almost at an end (we won’t mention that I am completely unprepared for the holidays either). Here is what has been happening in the real estate market this week. Foreclosure Moratorium for the Holidays. Some lenders are finding kindness in their heart to put in place…
Read MoreSan Diego December Events Calendar
December 1 – 17 North Pole Limited Santa Train Celebrate the holidays aboard the North Pole Limited for a 90-minute holiday ride. Santa’s Elves will serve cookies and hot chocolate, lead a sing-along of traditional Christmas carols and read a famous Christmas train story as the Limited rockets toward the North Pole and Santa’s Workshop…
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