Leap Year…February 29TH It’s an opportunity that comes just once every four years…..And it’s a gift that gives something we all need more of: time……It’s Leap Year, and February 29 provides all of us with an extra 24 hours—a whopping 1,440 minutes—to take massive action and seize any opportunities that come our way……So what will you do with your extra day? What are you going to do right now that will truly impact your life and make a difference in the lives of others?
It’s Leap Year Monday, Feb 25 2008
Just For Today 2:22 am
WHAT IS PROPOSITION 8 Monday, Feb 18 2008
Real Estate - Housing - Financing 7:00 am
PROPOSITION 8 allows a temporary reduction in property tax assessments providing necessary relief to owners whose property values have declined. This proposition states that if the market value on January 1 of any current year falls below the assessed value (as shown on the property tax bill or online at : www.tte.ocgov.com/teweb/search_page.asp), the Assessor’s Office must temporarily lower the assessment to reflect market conditions.
Something to think about… Monday, Feb 18 2008
Just For Today 4:44 am
Confidence is closely linked to how well our perception match reality…( Mathieu Ricard)
Is it a “Boy” or is it a “Girl” Monday, Feb 18 2008
Family 2:22 am
Since becoming a grandma is all brand new to me, your direction, advice and prayers will be taken to heart. First on the agenda is “Boy” or “Girl” I say “Boy” I’ve been invited to the verification ultrasound on Wednesday March 5 @ 5:00….stay tuned J
Property Taxes, Are You Paying Too Much? Tuesday, Feb 12 2008
Real Estate - Housing - Financing 6:00 am
We wanted to tell you about a company that has just started in efforts to help home owners reduce their property taxes, especially those who have purchased in the last few years.
The fee is only $300 and if they do not save you at least $600 then they are free! If YOU can’t benefit from this service you probably know someone who can, so pass the info on!Click the link below for more information. www.rspservices.net
You asked…..What is the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008… Monday, Feb 4 2008
Real Estate - Housing - Financing 7:14 am
The Economic Stimulus Act of 2008 is a $168 billion plan intended to jumpstart the sliding U.S. economy. While a lot of media attention has been focused on the $600-$1,200 rebate checks that millions of taxpayers will begin receiving this spring, the new bill is also designed to help certain “high-cost regions” of the struggling housing market by:
- Temporarily increasing the “conforming loan limit” from $417,000 to as high as $729,750 in specified areas; and
- Temporarily increasing the size of loans the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) can insure from $362,000 to as high as $729,750 in specified areas.
If you, your friends or family are looking to purchase a home in a “high-cost region,” this is great news. These temporary increases could help avoid the higher interest rates associated with “non-conforming,” or jumbo, loans. So how do you know if your area qualifies? It is the responsibility of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to determine, within the next 30 days, what the median home price is for regions across the country.While all of this is great news, I should remind you that qualification standards are tougher than ever. So your credit score and credit worthiness are more important than ever.
The Miracle of Life Monday, Feb 4 2008
Family 4:44 am
Grandma…Grandmother…Granny…Avila… Hmmmm it seems so weird… Another generation…. What a blessing. I must have really done something wonderful to receive the honor and title of Grandmother. My son Ronald and his wife Sonia are expecting. The new arrival is expected August 15TH 2008. Th
e apple of my eye is having a baby. “Oh My Gosh” I’ve decided to journal the emotions, happenings and events of the joyous occasion. Be careful what you say….the baby can hear you…
