probate: Estate Sale? Or Garage Sale? - 05/22/15 11:58 AM
Estate Sale? Or Garage Sale?
 
I had the opportunity of meeting with, Will Fuller, the Owner of the Caring Transitions Franchise for San Diego a few years back and really liked what he was doing and how he was going about it. 
 
What with 77 million Baby Boomers currently retiring everyday for about the next 20 or so years I thought what he was doing really filled a significant void; especially in the real estate industry.
 
This is really a very well organized and thought out business and I've been tracking it for the past several years. There's a lot of scams and rip off … (5 comments)

probate: Sitting On The Fence? - 10/11/11 04:02 AM
Sitting On The Fence?Let there be no doubt;  It's a great time for investors with:However, for the fix and flip crowd or the faint of heart I would still hold tightly to the reins, play your cards close to the vest and keep your hard earned cash where you can feel it. At least in the San Diego market. Nothing wrong with fence sitting a bit longer. In fact I'm sitting on the fence, unless the deal is just too good to pass up. Until after I see what our next president and Congress is all about and what kind of leadership we'll be getting from … (0 comments)

probate: FYI: House Fails to Vote on Extending Loan Limits - 10/10/11 10:24 AM
FYI: House Fails to Vote on Extending Loan Limits This is a re-post from REALTOR MAG that I thought I'd pass along. 
DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2011 Conforming loan limits on government-backed mortgages at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are set to expire on Oct. 1, because attempts to extend them haven't gain traction in Congress.  
In 2008, Congress raised the limits up to $729,750 in some areas to make larger mortgages available in high-priced housing markets. The limits will drop to $625,500 on Oct. 1 in the many areas of the country, mostly affecting housing … (0 comments)

probate: Down Payment Remains Obstacle to Home Ownership - 10/10/11 10:23 AM
CIATION OF REALTORS® Home About Us Media Kit Subscribe Site Index THURSDAY September 22, 2011   NEWS & COMMENTARY SALES & MARKETING LAW & ETHICS TECHNOLOGY HOME & DESIGN FOR BROKERS   Home > News & Commentary > Daily News     |   -AA+A   Down Payment Remains Obstacle to Home Ownership A repost I hought I'd pass along.
DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2011 More than half of renters who wish to buy a home say they are unable to because they’re not able to save enough for a down payment, according to Trulia’s Fall 2011 American Dream survey.
Lack … (0 comments)

probate: Why should underwater homeowners get a cramdown and those of us who are prudent borrowerers get the shaft? - 10/10/11 10:07 AM
Why should underwater homeowners get a cramdown and those of us who are prudent borrowerers get the shaft? I've had it with the notion that "BIG BROTHER" should force lenders to dole out "cramdowns" (principal write downs) to people that can't afford to make their payments while those of us that are struggling to be prudent about our obligations get the shaft. Once again I'm starting to hear the war drums beating in the distance. What's good for the goose is certainly good for the gander. Additionally, what's to keep good borrowers from going south on their loans if they see this … (2 comments)

probate: Walk Away From A House That's Underwater BY $200,000? - 06/08/11 05:37 AM
Walk Away From A House That's Underwater BY $200,000?     I have answered this question so many times lately it's become my pet peeve. When I read questions like this it raises the hair on the back of my neck so get ready for my rant.  $$$$If you like, or more importantly love, your home and can afford it without any undue financial strain or trauma you should belly up to the bar and follow through with your contractual commitment. My home of 30 years is just that. My Home!!           I have raised 5 children here, have almost 12 grand kids who absolutely love Poppy & Tana's HOME!    … (16 comments)

probate: This Is More of A Question Than A Post - 04/12/11 06:26 AM
This Is More of A Question Than A Post.
 
Anybody know anything about group homes for the disabled, autistic, foster care, etc? I'm looking at a property with nine bedrooms and 5 baths that has already been used as a group home for persons with special needs. Our investment group would be willing to purchase the home if we could find an experienced group home resident operator/manager to partner with. Does anybody know where one might start looking for someone like this?

We're not in this business and don't really with to divert our focus away from our field … (0 comments)

probate: Repost I Know. But I Had To Pass It Along. - 04/06/11 10:19 AM
 
Repost I Know. But I Had To Pass It Along. 
Revamped Foreclosure Procedures Coming Soon. The country’s top mortgage servicers have reportedly reached an agreement on changes to their foreclosure procedures. The consent agreement has not yet been made public, but The New York Times was able to get a preview of what the agreement contains from individuals who spoke on the condition of anonymity.Among the proposed changes include: 
 
Greater oversight of foreclosures. The oversight will happen from third party groups that include law firms, who mostly will be charged with doing the actual work of eviction, The New York Times reports. Improved … (0 comments)

probate: This Isn't Mine But I Had To Pass It Along. - 03/25/11 08:54 AM
This Isn't Mine But I Had To Pass It Along.
 
Real Estate Web Site Traffic Jumps 27%Daily Real Estate News  |  March 25, 2011  |    ShareReal Estate Web Site Traffic Jumps 27% Traffic to real estate Web sites increased 27 percent in February--the highest level since the first half of 2009. A bigger appetite for rentals has mostly driven the increase in real estate site traffic, according to a webinar by Experian Hitwise, in which it released its search tracking data. The Web sites boasting the largest year-over-year increases in traffic were devoted to rental or rent-to-own listings, says Heather Dougherty, research director at Hitwise.Also, traffic … (2 comments)

probate: 4 Tech Gadgets You No Longer Need - 03/24/11 08:16 AM
4 Tech Gadgets You No Longer Need 

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probate: Repost: American Red Cross response to "Triangle of Life" by Doug Copp - 03/22/11 02:05 PM
Repost: American Red Cross response to "Triangle of Life" by Doug Copp:
I ran across this article written by the American Red Cross and in view of the, Doug Copp, repost that I posted I felt I needed to be fair and balanced. Personally, with 20+ years of disaster response demolition, clean up and reconstruction I extrapolated sound and viable information and advice from both articles. I have definitely seen many of the scenarios that Doug Copp illustrated in his expose. Bottom line? Be prepared and Think Wisely. 
Sent fromRocky Lopes, PhD Manager, Community Disaster Education American Red Cross National HeadquartersRecently it has … (1 comments)

probate: A Re Post That Could Save Lives. Please Share - 03/18/11 01:50 PM
A Repost That Could Save Lives. Please Share
The recent earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan is a tragedy that is beyond words. While we pray that our country be spared, here is a timely tip to prepare ourselves and our loved ones in case of an earthquake. By simply looking at these photos, you can learn more than in a thousand words about how to protect yourself

Here is an illustration of the Triangle of Life
 
Left: Triangle of Life     Right: Wrong Area
See below
 
 If you are inside a vehicle, come out and sit … (4 comments)

probate: Suzie Orman vs Warren Buffet. Who's Right Here? - 03/17/11 10:23 AM
 
Suzie Orman vs Warren Buffet. Who's Right Here? "Orman vs. Buffett: Whose Real Estate Advice to Follow?" http://www.trulia.com/blog/taranelson/2011/03/suze_owning_is_over_orman_vs_warren_buy_now_buffett_whose_real_estate_advice_should_you_follow?ecampaign=cnews201103C&eurl=www.trulia.com%2Fblog%2Ftaranelson%2F2011%2F03%2Fsuze_owning_is_over_orman_vs_warren_buy_now_buffett_whose_real_estate_advice_should_you_follow
Posted under: Home Buying in San Diego, Home Selling in San Diego, Foreclosure in San Diego  |  March 17, 2011 1:57 PM  |   Email AlertsSend to a FriendPost to FacebookPost to Twitter RSS                          I just wanted to elaborate on the above post I read today. It actually inspired fodder for this post. The truth of the matter is that it's time for America to start humbling down a bit. We had a fun run … (0 comments)

probate: New and Important Information You Probably Don't Know About Protecting You & Your Family During An Earthquake. - 03/13/11 02:30 PM
 
New and Important Information You Probably Don't Know About Protecting You & Your Family During An Earthquake.  

Email Alerts Send to a FriendPost to FacebookPost to Twitter Rs
 
I've been doing disaster response work as a General Contractor for almost 3 decades and the following re-post caught me totally by surprise. If you live in a potential Earthquake zone which is is anywhere from British Columbia to the tip of Baja, California you really need to read the information below. It could save your life and the ones you love. Subject: Excellent info on what to do in … (0 comments)

probate: Dad Always Used To Tell Me, "Always run your job. Never let your job run you." - 03/11/11 03:58 AM
Dad Always Used To Tell Me,  "Always run your job. Never let your job run you."
 
Once again I've been inspired to write a post based on another AR member's contribution. This one I owe to: 
 
Tish Lloyd Real Estate Agent Wrightsville Beach, NC
Wrightsville Beach, NC
More about me…
Prudential Laney Real Estate 910.547.1446
Address: The Yellow Building on the Loop, 527 Causeway Drive, Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480
Office Phone: (910) 256-9299
Cell Phone: (910) 547-1446
For her very interesting thoughts and philosophy about client relations: 
http://activerain.com/blogsview/2180363/you-can-t-fire-me-you-work-for-me-

With me it's all about vibes. If I don't get a comfortable feeling … (2 comments)

probate: High Tech High Touch - 03/10/11 08:17 AM
High Tech High Touch
I would like to thank Richard Weisser of Coweta Fayette Real Estate for inspiring fodder for this post: 

http://activerain.com/blogsview/2176104/is-virtual-socialization-discouraging-genuine-human-interaction-
I was impressed and and quite surprised to see just how many folks spend so much of their day on electronic devices i.e. computers, I Pads, cell phones, texting, etc. In fact my wife and partner of 37 years, who I love dearly, absolutely drives me nuts sometimes.......no wait.......all the time with her relentless passion if not outright OCD on the phone texting, emailing, audio communication (yapping), etc. Granted it's 80% biz and it contributes to a very comfortable lifestyle … (0 comments)

probate: Looking For A Fully Self-Contained One Stop Shop? We Have The Answer. - 02/26/11 09:13 AM

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John DL Arendsen, Crest Backyard Homes "ADU" dealer & RE Developer (CREST "BACKYARD' HOMES, ON THE LEVEL General & Manufactured Home Contractor, TAG Real Estate Sales & Investments)

John DL Arendsen

Crest Backyard Homes "ADU" dealer & RE Developer

Leucadia, CA

More about me…

CREST "BACKYARD' HOMES, ON THE LEVEL General & Manufactured Home Contractor, TAG Real Estate Sales & Investments

Address: 1900 North Coast Highway 101, suite B, Leucadia, CA , 92024

Office: 760 727-7842

Mobile: (760) 815-6977

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