Time to Fall Back - 10/31/07 11:23 AM
As the old saying goes, Spring Forward, Fall Back. Daylight Saving Time is causing us to readjust our clocks and lives THIS SUNDAY. Technically, the change takes place on Sunday at 2:00 am, but if you're like me, you're not waiting at 2:00 am to change your clocks. On Sunday you (2 comments)
Voting is Just Around the Corner - 10/31/07 10:59 AM
As the end of 2007 comes closer, it reminds me that the time to vote also is getting closer. The primary election will be on February 5, 2008. Here are a few things to remember: If you haven't registered or reregistered (if you moved, changed your name or political affiliation) to vote, you (0 comments)
Temporary Housing Resources for Fire Victims - 10/30/07 09:23 AM
Many people lost their homes due to the recent Southern California Fires and are now in need of temporary housing. **If you need temporary housing, please look at these sites: San Diego Association of Realtors North San Diego County Association of Realtors Pacific Southwest Association of Realtors East San Diego County RealtorsSan Diego (4 comments)
Add Your Cell Phone to San Diego's Reverse 911 Emergency Call Directory - 10/27/07 12:19 AM
One way that San Diego notified residents to evacuate their homes during the recent fires was through a "Reverse 911" notification system. That system called the home numbers in specific areas to let them know of the emergency and the need to evacuate. With so many people relying on their cell phones, (2 comments)
San Diego is for the Dogs! - 10/14/07 10:27 PM
If you have a dog, then you should be in San Diego. Dog Fancy USA magazine has named San Diego as 2007's "DogTown USA," which is its annual contest to recognize top dog-friendly cities. Criteria to be selected as a top city include: dog-friendly activities, restaurants and businesses, medical services and specialists, spay/neuter awareness, (0 comments)
Samantha "Sam" Bittler....missing Teen - 10/03/07 11:59 PM
I received information from another Realtor about a missing teen from Virginia. The parents of the teen are desperately trying to find her. Please look out for her. Here's the information: EVERY PARENTS NIGHTMARE....A Missing Teenager...PLEASE READ PLEASE READ, TAKE NOTE AND PASS ANY INFORMATION ON THE AUTHORITIES IF YOU SPOT THIS (2 comments)
What Else Are You Paying With Your Tax Bill? - 10/02/07 10:44 PM
Your tax bill includes taxes on the assessed value of your property, but did you ever wonder what else your tax bill includes? In addition to the 1% that you pay on the "assessed value," you also will pay various assessments and fees. To find out the breakdown of those fees, (0 comments)