California has been hit hard with 11% unemployment and housing at a stand still. But looking around, the High Desert is still growing in the commercial side. Possibly getting ready for the return of a better economy.

Watching Project's going up within the communities showing that their is interest happening. In Hesperia there has been two residential apartment complexes in the works. Contractors are offering rock bottom prices. Apple Valley California animal shelter and Town Hall annex are currently under construction, as is the High Desert Government Center, with a new fire station in Hesperia and one in Victorville. We now have several new Sonic Restaurants that have opened.

We are expecting a new Dr Pepper facility to be opening soon at Southern California Logistics Airport. New Medical building being built at the corner of Bear Valley and Jacaranda Road. The Apple Valley Jess Ranch Marketplace is going to have a grand opening of a 24 hour Fitness Center and a Cinemark Movie Theater, a new Baja Taco Restaurant and a New Bank of America, scheduled to add to the space. Victorville and Hesperia has many ground breaking business also. So with all this in mind the High Desert may still be on the road to growth, so take a drive to see the great opportunity's. We are only 1 1/2 hours from Los Angeles, and 2 1/2 hours from Los Vegas

                                                            Mansion Project gets the OK

Staff Writer for the Daily Press announces in the paper dated November 16, 2007 that the Town Council approved this past Tuesday the new project referred to as the Mansion Senior Living project was voted on by a 3-2 vote.

The 40 acre site will be built at the south west corner of Deep Creek and Del oro roads. It will be built to accomodate 240 independent-residential units. 36 villas, 37 assisted-living units and 16 skilled-nursing beds, as well as a two story main building. There will be more than 500 parking spaces and surrounding gardens. Just to show that the cities growth is still growing strong.

                                                       Foxborough Industrial Park is building a Warehouse

  Information was formulated  from the Daily Press on November 16, 2007, by a staff writer:

Eight hundred jobs could be on the way for an agreed project for the Victor Valley community.

Although we are having a housing slump, the commercial side of this is going strong. Ryan Mc Eachron, chairman of the Planning Commission feels that the news is good for Victorville. The new Warehouse will be the size of 17.5 football fields. The building will be built at Ottawa Street and Hesperia Road. The exact number of jobs  for the distribution center has not been formally announced, nor has a end user. But industrial use is needed and developers are looking towards Victorville.

                                                            My confession:

The following was written by Ben Stein and recited by him on CBS Sunday Morning Commentary.

Just incase you missed this commentary, I would like to place it up for all to see.

Iam a Jew, and every single one of my ancestors was Jewish. And it does not bother me even a little bit when people call those beautiful lit up, bejeweled trees Christmas Trees. I don't feel threated. I don't feel discriminated against. That's what they are: Christmas trees.

 It doesn't bother me a bit when people say, "Merry Christmas" to me. I don't think they are slighting me or getting ready to put me in a ghetto. In fact, I kind of like it. It shows that we are all brothers and sisters celebrating this happy time of year. It doesn't bother me at all that there is a manger scene on display at a key intersection near my beach house in Malibu. If people want a creche, it's just as fine with me as in the Menorah a few hundred yards away.

 I don't like getting pushed around for being a Jew, and I don't think Christians like getting pushed around for being Christians. I think people who believe in God are sick and tired of getting pushed around, period. I have no idea where the concept came from that America is an explicitly atheist country. I can't find it in the Constitution and I don't like it being shoved down my throat

Or maybe I can put it another way: where did the idea come from that we should worship Nick and Jessica and we aren't allowed to worship God as we understand Him? I guess that's a sign that I am getting old too. But there are a lot of us who are wondering where Nick and Jessica came from and where the America we knew went to.

In light of the many jokes we send to one another for a laugh, this is a little different: This is not intended to be a joke: it's not funny, It's intended to get you thinking.

Billy Graham's daughter was interviewed on the Early Show and Jane Clayson asked her " How could God let something like this happen? (regarding Katrina) Anne Graham gave an extremely profound and insightful response. She said, "I believe God is deeply saddened by this, just as we are, but for years we've been telling God to get out of our schools, to get out of our government and to get out of our lives. And being the gentleman He is, I believe He has calmly backed out. How can we expect God to give us His blessings and his protection if we demand He leave us alone?"

In light of recent events... terrorists attack, school shootings, etc. I think it started when Maseleine Murray O'Hare (she was murdered, her body found recently) complained she didn't want prayer in our schools, and we said OK. Then someone said you better not read the Bible in school. The Bible says thou shalt not kill, thou shalt not steal, and love your neighbor as yourself. And we said OK.

Then Dr Benjamin Spock said we shouldn't spank our children when they misbehave because their little personalities would be warped and we might damage their self -esteem. ( Dr Spock's son committed suicide). We said an expert should know what he talking about. And we said OK.

Now we are asking ourselves why our children have no conscience, why they don't know right from wrong, and why it doesn't bother them to kill strangers, their classmates, and themselves.

Probably, if we think about it long and hard enough, we can figure it out. I think it has a great deal to do with"WE REAP WHAT WE SOW."

Funny how simple it is for people to trash God and then wonder why the world's going to hell. Funny how we believe what the newspapers say, but question what the Bible says. Funny how you can send jokes through e-mail and they spread like wildfire but when you start sending messages regarding the Lord, people think twice about sharing. Funny how lewd, crude, vulgar and obscene articles pass freely through cyberspace, but public discussion of God is suppressed in the school and workplace.

ARE YOU LAUGHING?

Coming upon the Holidays and seeing the world and it's changes . I felt that this Quote from Ben Stein needed to go through cyberspace again, maybe someone will get the message

We all agree as professionals that we can not force our clients to hire a company to inspect the property that they are purchasing, but according to HUD, Us Department of Housing and Urban Development there are 10 Questions that you should address when you decide to hire that company or individual to protect your buyer or seller.

Naturally the client first question would be what is the price? Make sure the inspector and the report will meet all requirements. You should be able to request and to see a written report. If there are items or areas of concern you will want to make sure they are inspected.

You should ask the question on how long have you been doing this type of work and how many inspections have you done?. If this person has a history and background they should be able to provide referrals.

Are you specifically experienced in residential inspections.? Having someone who is in the construction  or engineering industry will give you a better defined report.

Do they offer to do repairs or improvements based on the inspection? Some states allow this but in my opinion, this could also be conflict of interest.

How long will an inspection take? A well rounded inspection should take 2 1/2 hours or longer. If they try shortening then they might miss an important factor.

What type of Inspection report do you provide and how long will it take to receive the report? Most inspectors will provide they report within 24 hours of the inspection

Will you be able to attend the inspection? I always encourage my clients to be present on the inspection day. This way they can see what the inspector is doing and also have the opportunity to walk with them through the inspection

Do you participate in continuing Education programs. As we all know that times are changing. Continuing education is a good measure for all professions and service to the consumer. Especially if the home is much older or includes unique elements.

 This is better then talking about Real Estate. So let's go for it!!!

A man was being tailgated by a stressed out woman on a busy boulevard. Suddenly, the light turned yellow, just in front of him. He responded the right way, and stopped at the crosswalk, even though he could have beaten the red light by accelerating through the intersection. The tailgating woman was furious and honked her horn, screaming in frustration, as she missed her chance to get through the intersection. As she was still in mid-rant, she heard a tap on her window and looked up into the face of a very serious police officer. The officer ordered her to exit her car with her hands up. He took her to the police station where she was searched, finger printed, photographed and placed in a holding cell.

After a couple of hours, a policeman approached the cell and opened the door. She was escorted back to the booking desk where the arresting officer was waiting with her personal effects. He said, " I"m very sorry for this mistake. You see, I pulled up behind your car while you were blowing your horn, flipping off the guy in front of you, and cussing a blue streak at him. I noticed the "What Would Jesus Do' bumper sticker, the Choose Life' License plate the Follow Me To Sunday School' bumper Sticker, and the chrome plated Christian fish emblem on the trunk. Naturally, I assumed you had stolen the car.   PRICELESS.

We have a community in the High Desert within the San Bernardino Mountains, referred to as Spring Valley Lake. This community has around 4200 lots and was developed by a company known as Boise Cascade. There were lots divided around a lake and golf course and they started selling these lots back in 1969. Well, these lots are pretty much filled up with houses. Where can you go in the desert and find a man made lake , and golf course so close to LA.

Though the people residing at this Country Club community are of different communities and different cultures they are experiencing the same situation as many of us see. The foreclosure market is hitting them the same way. One out of 41 homes have been in a foreclosure situation within the past seven months. With the crisis in the sub-prime market, it is making lenders cautious about making deals in the future. Heavy debt is now preventing lenders from making loans.

The Board of directors of the HOA has put the responsibility of cleaning the neighborhood either on the banks or on the real estate agents. And therefore, they are paying for the staff's wages to the HOA. The amount budgeted for this by HOA is around $15,100. This also includes fees paid to court for allowing them to enter the premises of the homes.$40100 is budgeted for any losses incurred due to unpaid wages. These efforts have been taken up by the HOA to demonstrate to the residing people their concerns about the impact on property values.

It appears and opinions are that this market may continue for a few more years.

I have a brother who always sends me hilarious Jokes. Today's Joke is here for all to read

                                                                THE PANTS

Mike was going to be married to Karen so his father sat him down for a little chat. He said, "Mike, let me tell you something. On my wedding night in our honeymoon suite, I took off my pants, handed them to your mother, and said, "Here-try these on."

She did and said, "These are too big. I can't wear them."

I replied, "Exactly. I wear the pants in this family and I always will."

Ever since that night, we have never had any problems.

"Hmmm," said Mike. He thought that might be a good thing to try.

On his honeymoon, Mike took off his pants and said to Karen, "Here-try these on."

She tried them on and said, "These are too large. They don't fit me."

Mike said "Exactly. I wear the pants in this family and I always will.

I don't want you to ever forget that."

Then Karen took off her pants and handed them to Mike. She said, "Here-you try on mine."

He did and said, "I can't get into your pants."

Karen said, "Exactly. And if you don't change your smart-ass attitude you never will."

Philosophy to remember..."Life isn't like a bowl of cherries or peaches, it's more like a jar of Jalapenos-what you do today, might burn your ass tomarrow

I have a wonderful friend who is also Italian. She always sends me fummy jokes, Inspirational thoughts  and keeps me laughing. By the way she always let's me know she loves me. We are both from the East Coast and love our wine and cheese, playing cards and good conversation.  What is so sad is that she moved to Florida and is having a wonderful time growing old. Good for her but I have lost a close friend that I could visit.

 By the Way her name is Chris and Chris if you read this, I want to let you know that I am sharing this Tip you sent me to the world that is reading this. This way all of us can be inspired.

Here it goes:

1. Take a 10-30 minute walk every day. While you walk, smile. This can be the ultimate antidepressant.

2. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day

3.Buy a Dvr (tivo) tape your late night shows and get more sleep

4. When you get up in the morning complete the following statement, "My purpose is to------------today."

5. Live with the 3 E's- Energy, Enthusisam, and Empathy.

6. Watch more movies, play more games, and read more books

7. Always pray and make time to exercise, practice meditation, yoga, Tai, Chi etc

8. Spend more time with people over the age of 70 and under the age of six

9. Dream more while you are awake

10. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less manufactured food that are produced in plants.

11. Drink green tea and plenty of water

12. Try to make aleast three people smile each day

13. Clear your clutter from your home, your car, your desk, and let new flowing energy into your life

14. Don't waste energy on gossip,, on past, negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Invest your energy in the positive moment.

15. Smile and laugh more

16. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone

17.Make peace with you past so it won't screw up the present

18. Don't compare your life to others, You have no idea what their journey is all about

19. Forgive everyone for everything

20. Call your family offten

21. Each night before you go to bed complete the following statement:

I am thankful for_________

Today I accomplished________

Take this to heart and live it one day at a time

God Bless You All

I have been around for 59 years and I have been through many generations. My father was a Real Estate Broker and the laws and ethics were again so different. Respect for God, Teacher, law and authority was not taken lightly. Our respect for our Flag and Country was not taken for granted. What has happened to this Country? As I get older it seems that there are excuses for everyone's behavior. The consequences are that a slap on the hand or poor Johnny had a bad life is why that person was excused for a malicious act Well I can see the down fall of what is happening every day  when I pick up the newspaper or turn on the Television.

I have achieved many goals in my life and I have always felt that when I took an oath and became a servant of the public that I would follow the law. Articles written in the paper reminding me that there are others out there who use the law for their benefit.  Thense causeing harm to others and the rest of us pay the price.

The State Senate appropriations Committee passed AB 886 in September, a bill that will strength notary law and fight real estate fraud Essentially this makes it easier to invetigate unethical and criminal notaries. In these type of cases, notaries aid and abet fraud by loaning their journal to a non-notary, by notarizing documents without all of the parties present or by failing to properly secure their journal and stamp.

The legislation proposes to make the following changes to California law.

This law will require all parties involved to present valid identification

Require that a notary sign and stamp a signature of acknowledgement under penalty of perjury

Extend the statue of limitations for notary-specific crimes from one to four years

Remove restrictions that prevent peace officers from investigating notaries public and seizing vital evidence

Prohibit a notary from using a commercial mail receiving agency or PO Box as his or her place of business because such address make it difficult for investigators to find them