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4malibucom: California Real Estate – Incredible Opportunity – $18,000 Combined Homebuyer Tax Credit - 4Malibu.com - 04/23/10 01:47 PM
$18,000 in combined federal and state tax credits. In order to take advantage of both tax credits, a first time homebuyer must enter into a purchase contract for a principal residence before May 1, 2010 and close between May 1, 2010 and June 30, 2010. Remember if you are not a first time buyer, you can still get up to $16,500 in combined tax credits according to the C.A.R. website. The federal law that is set to expire April 30, 2010, first time buyers may receive $8500, and a long-time resident may receive up to $6,500 for purchase contracts entered into by April 30, 2010 … (0 comments)

4malibucom: Malibu Gardens Condo for Sale - $459,000 - Regular Sale - Malibu Real Estate - 4Malibu.com - 03/09/10 07:18 PM

 
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List Price: $459,000
2B/2B
Great opportunity! Beautifully upgraded condo in Malibu Gardens! Washer and dryer in unit. Travertine and wood floors throughout with Spanish tile in kitchen and bathrooms. Located on the ground floor with a large private fenced backyard and patio with peek-a-boo views of ocean. Also offers 2 car garage (covered) with custom storage units. Close to Westward/Zuma and minutes from Pepperdine University. Listed with Keller Williams, Chris Jones.
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4malibucom: Reclaim your security deposit: 10 ways for tenants to ensure a money-back move-out - 4Malibu.com - 02/11/10 07:28 PM
 
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Reclaim your security deposit: 10 ways for tenants to ensure a money-back move-out
Getting back a security deposit is no small matter; for most people it's several hundred dollars that will help them settle into a new place. Here are 10 tips for getting back your deposit, in the order they should occur while renting:
1. Make a move-in checklist. Do a walk-through of the unit, noting any damage, such as carpet stains, damp spots on the ceiling or … (5 comments)

4malibucom: Making eco-friendly home features pay off - Malibu California Real Estate – Malibu Homes - 4Malibu.com - 02/11/10 07:09 PM

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Making eco-friendly home features pay off
Buyers prefer eco-friendly upgrades that save them money
When it comes to dollars and cents, energy-efficient, low-E windows and high-performance insulation are a better bang for the home buyer's buck than shiny hardwood floors. Fortunately, the real estate market is beginning to recognize this: A survey of "green" home sales by Earth Advantage, a non-profit green building organization in the Pacific Northwest, found homes in the eco-conscious Portland area sold for 4.8 percent … (0 comments)

4malibucom: Have falling home prices hit rock bottom? A few key signals can show whether it's the end for falling home prices - 4Malibu.com - 02/10/10 10:38 PM

  
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Have falling home prices hit rock bottom? A few key signals can show whether it's the end for falling home prices
When a real estate market is experiencing falling home prices, everyone wants to know the same thing: "Have we hit bottom yet?" Homeowners want to know so they can stop reading the latest real estate news with a bottle of antacids and a full shot glass by their side. Home buyers, whether first-timers or seasoned investors, … (0 comments)

4malibucom: 6 tips to a successful home sale - Malibu Real Estate - 4Malibu.com - 02/10/10 09:34 PM


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6 Tips to a Successful Home Sale
Today's housing markets are good and bad news for home sellers: Sales have picked up, but buyers still have the upper hand.
That means sellers who are determined to get more - or at least give up less - need to be well-prepared for the negotiation that can result in a deal. Here are six tips:
1. Stand out.Homes that are decluttered, depersonalized and in the best possible condition compared with … (0 comments)

4malibucom: Ed Niles Architectural Beach Home for Lease - Malibu Real Estate - 4Malibu.com - 02/10/10 09:15 PM

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Unparalleled in in location, design, comfort and detail. This exquisite beach home is located on one of the most presigious stretches of coastline in Malibu. No expense has been spared on this recently remodeled Ed Niles Architectural creation. Vaulted ceilings, walls of glass, expansive views. Outdoor BBQ and kitchen area, hot tub, steps to the sand. Great for entertaining. California living at its finest. Listed with Pritchet-Rapf Realtors, Brant Didden.
3B/5B 
$28,000/mth Annual
$45,000/mth Short Term


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4malibucom: Malibu Condos / Townhomes for Sale under $600,000 - Malibu Real Estate - 4Malibu.com - 02/09/10 04:37 PM
 
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Material discussed is meant for general illustration and/or informational purposes only and it is not to be construed as tax, legal, or investment advice. Although information has been gathered from sources believed to be reliable, please note that individual situations can vary, therefore, please consult a professional for specific advice.
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4malibucom: Short Sale & REO Listings in Malibu as of February 9, 2010 - 4Malibu.com - 02/09/10 04:02 PM
 
 
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Material discussed is meant for general illustration and/or informational purposes only and it is not to be construed as tax, legal, or investment advice. Although information has been gathered from sources believed to be reliable, please note that individual situations can vary, therefore, please consult a professional for specific advice.
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4malibucom: What Makes a Sustainable Home? - 4Malibu.com - 02/08/10 09:19 PM
 
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What Makes a Sustainable Home?
A living, working, environmentally sound, energy efficient, economical single family home which serves as a model for others to follow. The physical systems needed to live an ecologically life in an urban environment includes:
Xeriscope
A Xeriscape is a drought tolerant landscape. Recognizing that 50% of the water used in southern California residences gets poured on lawns and gardens, a yard has been landscaped with plants that can survive and thrive on our natural … (1 comments)

4malibucom: Malibu Gardens Condo for Sale - $374,900 - REO - Malibu Real Estate - 4Malibu.com - 02/08/10 07:02 PM

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MALIBU GARDENS CONDO - REO - $374,900
2B/2B
2 Car Garage (detached)
Small Yard
Won't last long - Call for more details.

Listed with Coldwell Banker, Erin Pohl.
 
 
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4malibucom: Malibu Market Trend - Actives, Pendings, February Sales , YTD Sales as of Feb.8, 2010 - 4Malibu.com - 02/08/10 06:00 PM
 
 
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Bobby Lehmkuhl ׀ Bobby@4Malibu.com ׀ 310.365.7696 ׀ Broker Lic. #01457517
Danielle Dutcher ׀ Danielle@4Malibu.com ׀ 805.341.8769 ׀ Broker Lic. #01463653
Material discussed is meant for general illustration and/or informational purposes only and it is not to be construed as tax, legal, or investment advice. Although information has been gathered from sources believed to be reliable, please note that individual situations can vary, therefore, please consult a professional for specific advice.
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4malibucom: What will happen if you back out of a short sale? - 4Malibu.com - 01/31/10 04:02 PM
 
 
 
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What Will Happen if you Back Out of a Sale?
 
To put it bluntly, backing out of the sales process is self destructive and is likely to lead to compounding your financial difficulties. Once you sign a listing agreement on your home, you have entered a legal agreement. Once an acceptable short sale arrangement is made with your bank, and your real estate agent has brought you a buyer that agrees to the purchase terms … (2 comments)

4malibucom: Short Sale Approval Letters - What you should you be looking for - 4Malibu.com - 01/30/10 03:56 PM
 
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The Short Sale Approval Letter
 
Once your lender approves a short sale, a letter will be issued by the lender that you will have to sign. If you have multiple lenders, each one will issue a letter unless some of them are being repaid completely out of the proceeds of the sale.
 
The language contained in the letter is very important. As a seller, the thing that should be the most important to you is language … (2 comments)

4malibucom: Things can happen when waiting for bank approval on a short sale - Malibu California Real Estate - 4Malibu.com - 01/29/10 02:52 PM
 
 
 
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Things can happen when waiting for bank approval on a short sale
  
Short sales do not always go smoothly. There are a number of things that can happen during the process that can extend it or even lead to foreclosure. Knowing what these issues are can help you avoid them and can prepare you so that you have a back-up plan if you need it.
 
A large percentage of short sales fall apart before … (2 comments)

4malibucom: What if you don’t Qualify for Refinancing or a Mortgage Modification? - 4Malibu.com - 01/28/10 01:30 PM
 
 
 
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What if you don't Qualify for Refinancing or a Mortgage Modification? 
 
If you don't qualify for refinancing or a mortgage modification, then your options may be limited to foreclosure, a short sale or a regular sale. There are significant differences between these options and you need to understand what they are and how they impact you.
 
Regular Sale
Even if you have not been making payments on your home, you may be able to go … (0 comments)

4malibucom: Short Sale or Foreclosure scams to be aware of - 4Malibu.com - 01/26/10 02:36 PM

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Are there any short-sale or foreclosure scams you should be aware of?
 
Unfortunately there are a wide variety of scams that target troubled homeowners. There are things you can do to minimize the chance of being caught up in these.
 
First of all, don't pay anyone an up-front fee to negotiate with your lender. This is a process that you should be able to begin yourself by contacting your lender directly.
 
Secondly, legitimate credit counseling services should not be … (5 comments)

4malibucom: Malibu Market Activity - Actives/Pendings/Sold as of January 25, 2010 - Malibu Real Estate - 4Malibu.com - 01/25/10 05:41 PM
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4malibucom: DEAL of the WEEK - La Costa - 21649 PCH, Malibu - 3B/2B - 4Malibu.com - 01/25/10 02:30 PM

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LA COSTA
$1,295,000
-Gated home on Pacific Coast Hwy. in Malibu
- Comes with La Costa Beach club membership
- Cooks kitchen
- Hardwood floors
- Covered patio off formal dining room
- Lush landscaping
- Mature fruit trees
-Terraced back yard
- Whitewater views

Offered by Malibu Properties, Bonnis Harris.

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4malibucom: State regulators find flaws in federal foreclosure-help program - Malibu Real Estate - 4Malibu.com - 01/21/10 01:48 PM
 
 
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Regulators find flaws in foreclosure program
A recent report issued by the State Foreclosure Prevention Working Group has found that the mortgage relief being offered to distressed borrowers is not keeping up with the need, and therefore, foreclosures throughout the country get worse before it gets better.
The group, made up of twelve state attorney generals and three banking regulators, found that the number of borrowers able to tap into a federal mortgage assistance program were by far less than the … (0 comments)

 

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