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Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Wed, 09 May 2012 23:59:33 -0700

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Mt. Helix Homes for sale

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Wed, 09 May 2012 23:57:49 -0700

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Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

Here's How To Get Your Free 2012 Guide To Valle de Oro Real Estate Prices...

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Wed, 09 May 2012 00:06:24 -0700

Here's How To Get Your Free 2012 Guide To Valle de Oro Real Estate Prices...

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www.SearchValleyDeOro.com

Jason Kardos | Jason Kardos Realty | 619-303-2826

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

ESTATE SALE - THIS WEEKEND! 4302 Adrienne Drive, in Chula Vista, off of Bonita Glen.

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 21:24:06 -0700

This Friday & Saturday 9am - 1pm,

4302 Adrienne Drive, in Chula Vista, off of Bonita Glen.

This is a great sale with something for everyone. For furniture there is a French Provincial dining table with chairs & china hutch, bedroom set with high and low chest & French provincial nightstands, another highboy chest of drawers, old chinese trunk, desk with hutch top, metal desks, claw foot oak table with large leaf and four chairs, sofa, side chairs, beautiful antique leaded glass china cabinet, carved alabaster stand, drop front desk, queen size bed and cabinets.

The man of the house had a nice shop with tall rolling Craftsman tool chest, Rockwell model 10 contractor's table saw, Craftsman standing/stationary belt sander, Makita router, Enknoh's drill press, welding set up, electric drills, wrenches, screw drivers and all kinds of stuff.

The lady of the house was a crafter and made dolls - there is greenware, doll molds, a kiln, fabric, doll parts, repair & paint.

There are lots of electronics - stereo equipment, computer equipment, printers, and scanners.

There are collectibles, nick nacks, Christmas collectibles, China sets - one is Noritake Goldkin, glassware, art, tons of frames, books, records, pots & pans, small kitchen appliances, collector plates, stainless flatware set, vintage Kamado smoker, Black & Decker bbq, yard tools, dolls, portable heaters and fans, household misc.

So much more. Don't miss this one.

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

San Diego, Ca March 2012 Calendar of Events

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:55:35 -0800

Community Ongoing Events Throughout March 2012

Tuesdays
Hotel Del Walking Tour, Coronado - 10:30 am. Docent-led walking tour. Res. req’d. 619-437-8788
Tues Nite Out (5-8pm), Hillcrest - Discount dining.fabuloushillcrest.com

Wednesdays
Coronado Heritage Walk, Coronado - Docent-led walking tour. Res. req’d. 619-437-8788
Cajon Classic Cruise, El Cajon – 5-8 pm. Free. Southern California’s largest weekly classic car show.
downtownelcajon.com

Thursdays
TNT (Thursday Night Thing), Balboa Park - Street art, music, activities. mcasd.org
Family Fun Nights, San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas -sdbgarden.org (June - September)

Fridays
Hotel Del Walking Tour, Coronado - 10:30 am. Docent-led walking tour. Res. req’d. 619.437.8788
Friday Live Music Nights, Del Mar Plaza – Free live entertainment. delmarplaza.com
The Dinner Detective, Downtown - Murder mystery dinner show. thedinnerdetective.com
Cruisin' Grand, Downtown Escondido – Car cruise& street fair. downtownescondido.com (May - October)
Concerts on the Green, Downtown El Cajon -6-8pm. downtownelcajon.com (May - September)

Saturdays
Free Fishing Class, Lake Cuyamaca, Julian - 10-11 am. lakecuyamaca.org
Hotel Del Walking Tour, Coronado - 2 pm. Docent-led walking tour. Res. req’d. 619.437.8788
The Dinner Detective, Downtown - Murder mystery dinner show. thedinnerdetective.com
Saturday Garden Tour, The Water Conservation Garden, El Cajon - Seminars. thegarden.org

Sundays
Wacky Science Sundays, Natural History Museum, Balboa Park - sdnhm.org
Hotel Del Walking Tour, Coronado - 2 pm. Docent-led walking tour. Res. req’d. 619.437.8788
Sunday Pipe Organ Concert, Spreckels Pavilion, Balboa Park - sosorgan.com
Sunday Live Music Nights, Del Mar Plaza –Free entertainment. delmarplaza.com

Through April 8
Ghost Fleet, Oceanside Museum of Art – Collection of 14 mixed-media miniature ships. oma-online.org

Through April 15
Whale Watching Tours (Daily at 9:45am & 1:15pm), Birch Aquarium at Scripps La Jolla – Naturalist guided,
3 hour tours. aquarium.ucsd.edu

Through April 16
Sculpture in the Garden, San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas - Outdoor art exhibition. sdbgarden.org

Through April
Anza-Borrego Desert Wildflower Bloom, Anza-Borrego State Park, Borrego Springs -
Check for bloom size and dates. www.desertusa.com.
All That Glitters: The Splendor & Science of Gems& Minerals, Natural History Museum, Balboa Park –
sdnhm.org

Through May 29
“Homefront La Jolla: An American Community During WWII”,La Jolla - Images, articles and oral histories.
lajollahistory.org

Through May
Working on Thin Ice: 25 Years of Research in Antarctica,Natural History Museum, Balboa Park -
sdnhm.org

Through September 9
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, Natural History Museum, Balboa Park - sdnhm.org March 1-26
Circus Vargas, various locations - New show for 2012, under the Big Top Tent. circusvargas.com

March 1 through May 13
Ranunculus Tours, The Flower Fields, Carlsbad- Yearly display of color. www.theflowerfields.com

March 2
First Friday (5-9pm), El Cajon -Multi-cultural activities. downtownelcajon.com
Cat In The Hat-A-Thon For Dr. Seuss’ Birthday (10-2), Children’s Museum, Escondido - sdcdm.org

March 2-4
Gem Faire and Spring Home & Garden Show, Del Mar Fairgrounds - delmarfairgrounds.com

March 3
Downtown Bus Tour (10-11:30am) - Free parking for tour at Horton Plaza. ccdc.com

March 3 through June 3
PENUMBRA: An Ode to Oceanside in a Time of War, Oceanside Museum of Art – oma-online.org

March 4
Living History Day, San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park - Reenactments. 760-489-0076

March 5
Senior Monday Lecture “Return to the Moon - Apollo’s Legacy” & IMAX Film “Hubble”,
Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park - rhfleet.org

March 7
“The Sky Tonight“ Planetarium Shows, Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park – rhfleet.org
Tidepooling For Tots (1:30-3pm), Birch Aquarium at Scripps La Jolla – Res. req’d. aquarium.ucsd.edu

March 8
Nature & Me Preschool Storytime, Natural History Museum, Balboa Park – 10:30am, sdnhm.org
Full Moon Dinner Cruise, Hornblower Cruises, Embarcadero- hornblower.com

March 8-18
Latino Film Festival, Mission Valley UltraStar Cinemas - www.sdlatinofilm.com

March 9
Kettner Nights in Little Italy - Art, design, antiques, food. littleitalysd.com

March 10
Saturday Science Club for Girls “Forensic Detectives,”Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park - rhfleet.org
2nd Saturday Art Walk, Downtown Escondido- downtownescondido.com
Family Day, San Diego Archaeological Center, Escondido -sandiegoarchaeology.org
Asian Pacific Historic District Walking Tour, Chinese Historical Museum, Downtown - sdchm.org

March 10-11
Crossroads of the West Gun Show, Del Mar Fairgrounds- delmarfairgrounds.com

March 11
Daylight Savings Time begins - Turn your clocks FORWARD one hour!
Ugly Dog Contest, Del Mar - uglydogcontest.com

March 15
Taste of 3rd Avenue & Art Walk, Chula Vista -Restaurant walk and art fair. thirdavenuevillage.com

March 16-18
2nd Anime Conji, Town & Country Resort, Mission Valley - animeconji.org

March 17
Science Family Day (10am-7pm), Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park - rhfleet.org
St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival, Balboa Park– Traditional dancers and music. stpatsparade.org
shamROCK, Gaslamp Quarter, Downtown – St. Patrick’s Festival. 21+, sandiegoshamrock.com
SEA Days, “Birds of the Sea” (11am–3pm), Birch Aquarium, La Jolla – aquarium.ucsd.edu
Cherry Blossom Festival (10am-4pm), Japanese Friendship Garden, Balboa Park - niwa.org

March 17-18
Herb Festival, Spring Plant Sale & Tomatomania,SD Botanic Garden, Encinitas – sdbgarden.org
SOHO’s Annual Historic Home Tour - Tour of historic homes. www.sohosandiego.org

March 18
Family Drop-In Day, Museum of Art, Balboa Park - Free w/admission. Kid’s activities. www.sdmart.org
SuperSeal Triathlon (7am), Coronado - 1500 meter swim, 40K bike, 10K run. superfrogtriathlon.com

March 19
History for Half Pints “Telling Time” (10-11am), San Diego History Center - sandiegohistory.org

March 24
Race for Autism 5K, Balboa Park - raceforautism.org
Ultimate Skateboarding Competition, Del Mar Fairgrounds -ultimateboarder.com

March 24-25
6th Annual Busker Festival, Seaport Village -Colorful street performers. seaportvillage.com

March 25
Antique Street Faire, La Mesa Village - lmvma.com

March 30 through April 1
Del Mar Rod & Custom Nationals, Del Mar Fairgrounds - Over 2,000 cars. good-guys.com
San Diego Crew Classic, Mission Bay - Premier rowing event and outdoor festival. crewclassic.org

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

FSBO Site Founder Reaches Out to Real Estate Pros

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:42:24 -0800

FSBO Site Founder Reaches Out to Real Estate Pros

DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2012

ForSaleByOwner.com founder and former chief operating officer Colby Sambrotto made headlines in August 2011 when he hired a real estate broker to sell his Manhattan condo. Now he’s working to bridge the gap between FSBOs and real estate pros with his most recent online venture,USRealty.com.

The property listing Web site allows sellers to post their homes for sale for a fee, with costs running as high as $399. As a licensed brokerage, the company will then post those listings on multiple listing services in the sellers’ local markets.

As with his prior site, this new business aims to reduce expenses associated with real estate transaction — including commissions. However, Sambrotto said that USRealty.com is not an attempt at disintermediation, unlike ForSaleByOwner.com. He aims to get real estate professionals involved this time around.

“I learned a lot of lessons at ForSaleByOwner.com,” he told REALTOR® Magazine. “People want to buy and sell their homes without having to pay commissions. It was great at reducing transaction costs, but it didn’t sell enough houses to be the game changer I thought it would be.”

How can he persuade practitioners to participate in this site while reducing the amount of commission paid on transactions? By encouraging buyer’s agents to show their customers the listings on the USRealty.com site, he explained. If their buyers purchase a home listed on USRealty.com, they’ll get a standard 3 percent commission, Sambrotto said. Also, the site will refer unsuccessful sellers out to real estate pros in local markets.

Sambrotto said his goal is to provide a good experience for real estate professionals while serving a distinct section of the housing market.

“I want to have warm relations with agents: The fact that this model is what it is validates that,” he explained. “But at the end of the day, a lot of Americans cannot afford to pay those commissions. We’re here to serve a specific niche. There’s always been a segment of the market that’s not traditional. A lot of these people can’t sell their home in the traditional way.”

While he didn’t roll out USRealty.com with distressed home owners as the intended user, he said the site has drawn a great deal of interest from that group. “It wasn’t built with that specific purpose in mind, but that seems to be the consumer that’s most attracted to this,” Sambrotto said.

By Brian Summerfield, REALTOR® Magazine

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

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San Diego Probate Attorney - How do you know if you need to go to Probate court?

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:59:11 -0800

We understand how difficult the loss of a loved one can be. Even more difficult is handling the decedent's estate. How do you know if you need to go to Probate court?

Did your loved one have a will, or no will?
Is there real property involved?
Is the estate worth $150,000 or more?

If you answered yes to any of the three questions above you may need to go to Probate court. We recommend contact John C. Grier Esq., at the El Cajon, CA office of Mathews Bergen & Grier for a free consultations with an experienced attorney who can help. Give them a call at (619) 298-2100 to book an appointment, or log on to their website at http://mbglawoffices.com/

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

Sucasa.net offers MLS listings in Spanish

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:21:34 -0800

Sucasa.net offers MLS listings in Spanish
Late last year, C.A.R. launched Sucasa.net, a Spanish-language property search website that offers Spanish-speaking home buyers MLS listings based on the California Living Network’s database. Powered by NAR’s REALTOR.com® (www.realtor.com/california), home buyers can search for California homes using common sorting characteristics such as city, price range, and number of bedrooms and bathrooms. Results appear in a list or on a map, and driving directions are available in Spanish. The website also is a useful tool for REALTORS®, allowing agents to forward their clients a link to a specific property in Spanish. To view the site, please visit www.sucasa.net.

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

Mt Helix, La Mesa, Ca Community Information

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 04:07:28 -0800

Dear Friend,

If you are looking for a website that has informaton on the Mt Helix and Valley De Oro community area, go to

www.MtHelixLifestyles.com

This is a FREE community resource that local resident, Jason Kardos, has compiled for general information to help people, especially if they are in need of real estate services.

Thanks for visiting and let us know if you have any other information you would like us to post on this site.

Best Regards,

Jason Kardos

Mount Helix, CA Real Estate and Information

Discover a charming mix of both city and mountains in the San Diego area of Mount Helix, located just east of La Mesa and south of El Cajon. Resting on the hillsides, properties in Mount Helix provide beautiful views of the neighboring areas as well as convenient access to Hwy. 8. Made of well established neighborhoods, Mount Helix residents enjoy easy access to downtown San Diego and the beach communities with just a short drive from home. The charm of Mount Helix lays in the hillside landscapes and the attention to community details such as family oriented parks, hiking trails, and business districts. All of these attributes accentuate the sense of community and the small town ambience that Mount Helix residents know and love. Discover the charm of Mount Helix today with the help of Jason Kardos's professional real estate services.

Mount Helix Real Estate

Mount Helix Real Estate has a number of benefits that fit the needs of many families. The majority of the area is supported by single family homes, most built in the 1960's and 1970's. These well appointed neighborhoods are complimented by parks and small business districts. Mount Helix homes for sale are typically found to be built into the hillsides offering pleasant views into San Diego and beyond. Some choice pieces of Mount Helix real estate also lay claim to views of Mount Helix reservoir and the surrounding open spaces. If you are looking to find Mount Helix homes for sale than take advantage of the knowledge and experience found with my Mount Helix real estate services and you will surely be able to find the Mount Helix property of your dreams.

Mount Helix Homes for Sale

There are many listings for Mount Helix real estate and Mount Helix homes for sale, many of which clearly illustrate what makes this eastern San Diego County community such an ideal place to live. Mount Helix homes for sale are varied and diverse, offering prospective residents a multitude of options when searching for the perfect property. With its convenient location, Mount Helix homes for sale allow you to easily access the neighboring areas of El Cajon and La Mesa, or take the short drive down Hwy. 8 to spend a day relaxing on the beach. If looking for a community removed from the commotion of the coastal areas, but with convenient access as well as beautifully constructed neighborhoods, you will fall in love with this community and Mount Helix homes for sale.

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

San Diego, CA January 2012 Calendar of Events

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 12:31:47 -0800

San Diego International Auto Show Dec. 29-Jan. 1
One of Southern California’s premier automotive events. At the 2012 show, more than 400 new-model vehicles, alternative fuel vehicles, exotics, crossovers, classics, and even Hollywood’s iconic cars will pack the SD Convention Center. www.sdautoshow.com

(Easy) First Ride of the Year! Jan. 1
Join Knickerbikers for 30-mile bicycle ride including Fiesta Island, Mission Bay Park, Liberty Station, Harbor Island. Ride starts in Mission Bay South Shores boat ramp parking lot. Bring money for "tasty food." 9am. 500 Sea World Dr. 858-450-0373 or 619-787-7427

Happy Birthday Spreckels Organ Jan. 1
San Diego Civic Organist Dr. Carol Williams will present a special birthday concert to celebrate the 97th anniversary of the city's organ that includes a host of bagpipers from the House of Scotland. 2pm. Balboa Park. 619-702-8138 / www.sosorgan.org

Polar Bear Swim Jan. 1
La Jolla Cove Swim Club celebrates New Year with annual dip into the Pacific Ocean for brisk two-mile swim. All welcome. 10am. La Jolla Shores: 8200 Camino del Oro. http://lajollacoveswimclub.org

Gem Faire Jan. 6-8
Dealers offer jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, and minerals. Over 100 exhibitors from all over the world on hand. $7. Del Mar Fairgrounds. 760-390-3599 / www.gemfaire.com

Board & Brew the Long Way Jan. 7
Enjoy 50-mile bicycle ride with San Diego Bicycle Touring Society. Bring money for lunch in Del Mar. 8:45am. Doyle Park: 8175 Regents Rd, San Diego. 619-255-5360

Resolution Run Jan. 8
Race through Mission Bay Park on 5k or 15k courses "while keeping resolutions to stay fit, get outside, help the planet, and be social." Benefit for San Diego Roots Sustainable Food Project. 6am. De Anza Cove: 3000 E Mission Bay Dr. $25 - $45. http://sandyfeetevents.com

River Cleanup Jan. 14
Clean and Green Team of San Diego River Park Foundation hosts cleanup to rid river of trash and debris. Join group in southeast dirt parking lot of Fashion Valley Mall. Tools, supplies provided. Wear closed shoes, clothes that can get dirty. 9am-12pm. 619-297-7380

Mobil Film Festival Jan. 14-15
Take movies with your cell phone and submit them into our first annual mobile media film festival based in San Diego. S. Botello Productions has created the Mobil film festival. Take movies from your cell phone & submit them! 877-821-4101 / http://mobilfilmfestival.com

Crossroads Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale Jan. 14-15
The show brings contests, demonstrations and an international group of high profile artists sharing what they do. 10am-4pm. Al Bahr Shriner’s Center: 5440 Kearny Mesa Rd. 775-348-7713 / www.dolls4all.com/shows.asp

Holistic Living Expo Jan. 15
Products and services for "healing and rejuvenation," gemstone jewelry, aromatherapy products and healing music. Holistic health practitioners and spiritual counselors. 10am-6pm. Mission Valley Resort: 875 Hotel Circle S. 619-298-8281 / www.holisticlivingexpo.com

San Diego Restaurant Week Jan. 15-20
This January over 140,000 diners will eat their way through over 180 participating restaurants that will offer three-course prix-fixe menus. 12-10pm. 619-233-5008 / www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com

Free for the Family Big Bay Whale Festival Jan. 21
Celebrate the annual migration of Gray Whales! 11am-3pm and for this day only, kids cruise for free on either daily Whale Watching cruises. 619-725-8853

Tri-City Medical Center Carlsbad Marathon Jan. 22
Our 26 fully staffed course support stations, continuous entertainment and unsurpassed volunteer support are just a few of our outstanding features. www.carlsbadmarathon.com

Farmers Insurance Open Jan. 23-29
Torrey Pines Golf Course: 11480 North Torrey Pines Rd.La Jolla, 92037. 858-535-4500 / www.farmersinsuranceopen.com

San Diego Sunroad Boat Show Jan. 26-29
Take in land and in-water exhibits for boaters of every age, along with marine vendors, free boat rides, food, music, beer, spirits. Sunroad Resort Marina: 955 Harbor Island Dr. 619-497-5254 / www.bigbayboatshow.com

Bridal Bazaar Jan. 29
Named “San Diego’s Best Bridal Show” by brides every year since the inception of Bridal Insider’s People’s Choice Awards, the Bridal Bazaar provides more ideas, fashion and choices. 10am-4pm. SD Convention Center. 760-334-5500 / www.bridalbazaar.com

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

San Diego Real Estate Market Report for December 2011

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:36:57 -0800

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

San Diego, CA Decemeber 2011 Calendar of Events

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:51:12 -0800

A Christmas Tabernacle Dec. 16-18
This event displays a nativity scene and celebrates all the joys of Christmas. Visit Santa's Village with decorated Christmas Trees, a reindeer, and a snow hill. $12-$18 (1-Day) ~ $24-$36 (3-Day) 6-10pm. Liberty Station. (619) 754-9508 / www.achristmastabernacle.com

San Diego Hmong New Year Celebration Dec. 17-19
Cultural celebration where blessings are given for a new year. Showcases the beauty of Hmong culture with music, costumed dance performances, food, cocktails and activities. 9am-5pm. Kearny Mesa Rec. Ctr. (3170 Armstrong St.) (858) 414-6017 / www.lhfasd.org

San Diego Bay Parade of Lights Dec. 18
This free, distinctly-California celebration is one San Diego’s most anticipated holiday events, attracting spectators of all ages from across the county. 5:30pm. (619) 224-2240 / www.sdparadeoflights.org

Poinsettia Bowl Gaslamp Quarter March Dec. 19
Two bands with cheer units representing the two college football teams at the Poinsettia Bowl will parade in the Gaslamp Quarter. They will begin at opposite locations and meet midway at Market Street. 6-7:15pm. 619-233-5227 / www.gaslamp.org

SDCCU Poinsettia Bowl Dec. 21
The Poinsettia Bowl will match the best football teams from the Mountain West Conference and the Western Athletic Conference to play at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. The game will be aired on ESPN. 5-10pm. $45-$55. (619) 283-5808 x309 / www.poinsettiabowl.com

Port of San Diego Big Bay Balloon Parade Dec. 28
America's largest balloon parade containing massive air balloons! Marching bands, marching groups and motorized floats. In conjunction w/"Amtrak Big Bay Festival". 9-11:30am. County Admin. Bldg. parking lot (1600 Pacific Hwy.) (619) 283-5808 / www.holidaybowl.com

Amtrak Big Bay Family Festival Dec. 28
As the Battle of the University Bands gets underway, you can test your skills on a rock wall, go for a field goal kick, get an airbrush tattoo, shop for merchandise, or try your luck at carnival games. 11am-2pm. (619) 283-5808 / www.holidaybowl.com

Bumble Bee Sea Foods 5K Run/Walk Dec. 28
This nationally televised 5K run/walk is a kick-off event preceeding the Big Bay Balloon Parade. Spectators will be lined up along downtown streets cheering on the athletes in anticipation of the parade. 9:45am-12pm. $30-$35. (858) 268-1250 / www.kozenterprises.com

San Diego International Auto Show Dec. 29-Jan. 1
More than 400 new-model vehicles, alternative fuel vehicles, exotics, crossovers, classics, and even Hollywood’s iconic cars will pack the San Diego Convention Center. www.sdautoshow.com

Red Bull Aaron Colton Stunt Show Dec. 30
Aaron Colton is a professional stunt motorcycle rider who is presenting his talent for a 30-minute performance in Downtown San Diego. The barriers are up and he's ready to go. 9:30-10pm. K Street (between 6th Ave. & 7th Ave.) (408) 483-8910

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

Jason Kardos Eyejot Pubc Viewer Test

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 20:19:22 -0800

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

Who is Jason Kardos?

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:07:18 -0800

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

San Diego City, Residential Lot Sell will Finance

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 13:26:03 -0800

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Attention contractors, check out this City lot w/plans, street, sidewalk and utilities near property. Current owner bought the lot without any structure on it and is not sure of the past history of the original structure which a foundation and some retaining walls still remain. Lot is to the left side of the telephone pole and to the right of telephone pole is a paper street that may be able to be obtained from the City. Approved plans will convey with the sale. May finance or do a joint venture.

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Style: Single Family Home	Sq Ft: 0	County: San Diego
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Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

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$14999 Flat Residential Lot near utilities Niland, CA

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 13:24:21 -0800

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Incredible opportunity to develop land in to 2 to 3 lots and place manufactured homes on or purchase & land bank for the future. Sewer & utilities are at street. Many mature palm trees are on this flat lot with alley access. Highest & best use is for retirement or housing for the local farming community. Niland is a census-designated place in Imperial County, California. Located 8 miles north of Calipatria & 2 miles southeast of Salton Sea. The Town name Niland was coined by the Imperial Farm Lands Assoc.

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Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

Open House Sunday 12/4 1pm to 4pm Mt. Helix, Ca Ranch Home 1/2 Acre with Pool

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 12:29:31 -0800

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11427 Meadow Creek
El Cajon, CA 92020
Mt. Helix, Ca Ranch Home 1/2 Acre with Pool

United Properties & Investments

Broker Lic# 01324429

Office:	(619) 303-2826
Mobile:	www.JasonKardos.com
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Price	:	$572,000
Bedrooms	:	3
Bathrooms	:	3
Square Foot	:	2,780
Lot Size	:	21,780
Community	:	Mt. Helix
County	:	San Diego
Property Type	:	Detached
Year Built	:	1962
MLS Number	:	110057358

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Property Description

LOVELY MT. HELIX RANCH HOME. ENJOY THE VIEW FROM THE GIGANTIC LIVINGROOM WINDOWS ON THIS CORNER LOT. VAULTED BEAMED CEILING TEXAS QUARRY STONE FIREPLACE COMPLETE THE SPACE. OPEN KITCHEN W/BREAKFAST BAR, BUILT IN BBQ, & DINING AREA. FAMILY ROOM OFF POOL HAS BUILT IN SHELVING & CABINETS. COULD BE USED AS SEPARATE LIVING AREA. OFFICE CAN BE 3rd BEDROOM. OPEN FLOOR PLAN W/HUGE ROOMS & LUSH VEGETATION. CIRCULAR DRIVEWAY & ADDITIONAL DRIVEWAY ON SIDE OF PROPERTY.TRADITIONAL SALE!MOVE IN BEFORE THE HOLIDAYS!

Equal Housing Opportunity.

Jason Kardos, Broker/Owner : 8130 La Mesa Blvd. #63 - La Mesa CA 91942 : (619) 303-2826

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

Movember: Do men with mustaches deserve a tax break?

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 13:08:32 -0800

Movember: Do men with mustaches deserve a tax break?

Movember, in which men grow – or attempt to grow – mustaches for charity kicks off on Tuesday. The American Mustache Institute is calling for a $250 tax incentive for facial hair on the upper lip.

Happy Movember! If you've ever contemplated growing a mustache –and if you happen to possess the requisite hormones that allow you to do so –this is the month to give it a shot. Started in 1999 in Adelaide, Australia, Movember encourages men to seek sponsorships to stop shaving their upper lips for 30 days, with the money going to men's health initiatives.

But what about men who have mustaches year round? Do they deserve a handout? Perhaps not surprisingly, the American Mustache Institute thinks so. The AMI, whose mission is to fight discrimination against mustached Americans, is seeking a tax deduction for expenditures related to mustache maintenance.

Proposed by the Northeastern State University accounting professor John Yeutter, the Stimulus To Allow Critical Hair Expenses – or STACHE – Act would allow men to deduct $250 from their Adjusted Gross Income to offset the costs of mustache trimmers, wax, coloring products, and other grooming supplies.

According to Yeutter, the STACHE Act would increase federal revenues by some $300 million each year.

As long as you don't think about it too hard, this seems like a perfectly reasonable argument. But frankly, we think Yeutter would appear more credible if he didn't have that thing on his upper lip.

Implementation and enforcement could be difficult, but we don't doubt that the IRS is up to the task. Also, the STACHE Act would apply only to those with mustaches, not beards. (To insist that a bearded man has a mustache is like saying that someone with a full head of hair has a mohawk, only with the sides unshaven. In order for a 'stache to be a 'stache, it must stand alone.)

Given the current political climate – there are only 30 mustaches in the House of Representatives – it's unlikely that the STACHE Act will gain any traction. But there's still hope for mustachioed taxpayers. Herman Cain is the first presidential candidate in recent memory to sport a hairy philtrum (the last president to have a mustache was William Howard Taft). If Cain wins the general election, it's possible that he would offer a tax break for his fellow 'stache bearers. Especially the rich ones.

In the meantime, if you really want a $250 tax break, the easiest way to do it is donate $250 to charity.

If Movember is not for you, next month is the lesser-known Decembeard, in which men attempt to do the same thing on their chins, followed by Januhairy, which we would prefer not to describe.

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

La Mesa, CA October 2011 Home Sale Market Statistics for Single Family Detached and Attached Properties

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 12:56:46 -0700

La Mesa, CA - October 2011 Single Family and Attached Home Sale Statistics. Data compiled by local Real Estate Broker, Jason Kardos, from the SANDICOR Multiple Listing Service.

Statistics for all of the single family and attached homes in La Mesa for October 2011 were as follows in all of La Mesa's zip codes:

Active: 202
Contingent
(Usually short sale): 91
Pending: 53
SOLD: 5

Data for Single Family Detached only was
Active: 170
Contingent: 58
Pending: 45
Sold: 5

Data for attached homes was:
Active: 32
Contingent: 33
Pending: 8
Sold: 0

For a more detailed PDF sheet with square footage, bed and baths, and days on market click on:

http://www.jasonkardos.com/La_Mesa_CA_Home_Sale_Statistics/page_2486540.html

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

San Diego Housing Market Update for October 2011

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:40:59 -0700

Don’t miss out on this month’s video. Click here for important housing market data and trends.

What is The Scoop?

Monthly 3 to 5 minute video
Snapshot of the latest sales statistics
Overview of recent market trends

Why do I need The Scoop?

Learn the latest housing numbers + trends

Sincerely,

The San Diego Association of REALTORS®

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Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

What is a 1035 Exchange?

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:51:49 -0700

1035 refers to a provision in the tax code which allows for the direct transfer of accumulated funds in a life insurance policy, endowment policy or annuity policy to another life insurance policy, endowment policy or annuity policy, without creating a taxable event. Title 26, Subtitle A, Chapter 1, Sub chapter O, Part III, Section 1035 states that "no gain or no loss shall be recognized on the exchange" of a life insurance policy for another life insurance policy or endowment or annuity policy. An endowment for another endowment with a maturity no later than the maturity date of the endowment being replaced. An annuity policy for that of another annuity policy. The 1035 exchange is one of the few parts of the tax code that works in your favor. For example, when you sell shares of stock to buy shares of a different company, the profits on your investment are subject to taxes. With annuities, you can exchange one company's product for another's with the earnings from your original investment still tax-deferred until you take money out of annuities for good.

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

Financing Smart Home Improvements 203(k) Loans

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 15:16:30 -0700

Financing Smart Home Improvements

You've found a great home, but it's a bit rough around the edges and you're on a limited budget. That leads to a number of questions: How much will the necessary upgrades and repairs cost? How much value will they add to the home? How are you going to pay for all this?

Whether you are upgrading to a larger home in a neighborhood you've always loved, downsizing to a smaller home now that the kids are out of the house or even moving to a new state, don't let a house that you love get away just because it needs some repairs or updates — you do have options!

203(k) Loans
A 203(k) loan lets a qualified borrower not only finance the purchase price of the home, but also include the price of the necessary repairs to the home.

Many types of properties qualify for 203(k) loans. Approved improvements include painting, room additions, decks, bathroom and kitchen remodels, finished attics and basements, structural changes and repairs, environmental rehab such as removing lead paint or making energy efficiency upgrades, roofing, flooring or accessibility upgrades for disabled residents.

It's important to note that there are two different types of 203(k) loans available and you'll need to determine, along with your lending professional, which type of loan is right for your particular situation. I'd be happy to spend some time with you to review and determine what might best meet your needs. Here's a quick overview of the available 203(k) options:
· A "streamlined" 203(k) loan is intended for a home that requires only non-structural repairs like cosmetic upgrades (painting, new carpet and appliances, new roof). In addition to the price of the home, you can borrow up to $35,000 to cover improvements.

· A "regular" 203(k) loan is for properties that require structural repair, such as room additions, or major landscape work or site improvement. You can borrow the purchase price of the home, plus the price of the improvements, up to 110 percent of the home's expected value after the improvements.
Once you've understood your loan options you'll also want to examine the specific types of upgrades or repairs you'd like to make to your new home.

Eligible Upgrades and Repairs that Make Sense
Whether you plan to be in your new home for a short or long period of time, you'll always want to be mindful about how much your improvements will cost and what type of value they will add to your home.

A good place to review this data is in Remodeling magazine's annual "Cost vs. Value" report. The report is considered a sort of gold standard for the return on investment for various home improvements. This can also serve as an excellent guide towards helping you understand the costs of certain types of upgrades and repairs. The data is available for free on the magazine's site (www.remodeling.hw.net/2010/costvsvalue/national.aspx), and can be broken down by region and even city. It even provides drill-down information on various improvements, including pictures.

Here's a look at some of the top remodeling projects you may want to consider that are eligible under 203(k) loans.
· Minor kitchen remodel. If your new home doesn't have your dream kitchen, this may be a smart choice for an upgrade. While kitchen upgrade costs can be high, Remodeling magazine estimates replacing the cabinet door fronts; adding new hardware; getting a new range; swapping out the counters; laying new flooring; installing a new sink; and painting a dated, 200-square-foot kitchen can bring a 72.8 percent return on investment.

· Attic bedroom. Does your new home lack that extra bedroom you desire? You may want to consider converting your attic space into an extra bed and bath. This will not only provide you with more living space but converting an attic to a 15x15 bedroom with a 5x7 bathroom will bring on average a 72.2 percent return on your investment, according to Remodeling magazine.

· Basement remodel. Finishing a 20x30 basement area into a bonus room with a bathroom and a wet bar can provide you with a great deal more space in your new home and can also add a good deal of value to it.
Another key trend to keep in mind, presented in Remodeling's latest national data, is that upgrades on the outside of the home offer some of the best value of all home repairs and upgrades. These include:
· Steel entry-door replacements. Swapping out a drafty wood door and jambs for a 20-gauge steel door is the No. 1 replacement in the country.

· Replacing the garage door. This improvement takes the No. 2 spot.

· Wooden or composite deck additions. In addition to adding ambience to your home, decks can also add to the value of it. For instance, Remodeling magazine data shows that adding a wooden deck with an anchored, 16x20 deck using pressure-treated wood with railings and stairs delivers a 72.8 percent return on your investment.
There are a wide variety of upgrades and repairs permitted under the 203(k) loan programs, so be sure to examine all of your options and determine what makes the most sense for your new home.

Getting Started
Once you've determined the upgrades and repairs you'd like to pursue, be sure you speak with an experienced 203(k) lender that is well-versed in the details of permitted improvements under the program. It is also important to note that FHA rehab loans may take longer to close with a lender that doesn't have experience with them, because there is more paperwork. Working with a lending professional that is experienced with 203(k) loans will help you avoid those delays.

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

5 Things to Review in Your Preliminary Report

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:37:55 -0700

5 Things to Review in Your
Preliminary Report

1. Check the Vesting. Make sure that the person who is on title is actually the person selling the home. Not having all signatures at the close of escrow could become a costly delay.

2. Review Your Map. Always make sure that the property that is being bought or sold matches the property that is being searched by the title company. A map is provided in the back of your report. If it’s not, contact your title officer immediately and request one be sent over for that file.

3. Review Any Liens. Liens are common in today’s transactions, but some liens reported on the Preliminary Report may have been settled by the owner and can be removed. In contrast, without a seller’s Statement of Information, additional liens may not be reported and can cause delays in the close of escrow after they’re uncovered.

4. Beware of Bankruptcies. If you see an item that identifies the property as being involved in a bankruptcy, call your title officer immediately. The title insurer may need additional information regarding the property and the bankruptcy, and this information may become time consuming to obtain.

5. Review Your Restrictions. When buying a property, make sure you’ve reviewed all restrictions and know what you can do with the property. Finding out after you close on your home that you can’t build a second story or can’t keep horses on the property can be very frustrating and is typically a matter that can be avoided.

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

What is Title Insurance?

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:35:10 -0700

Title Insurance

Source: California Department of Insurance

What is Title Insurance?
Title insurance is a contractual obligation that protects against losses that occur when title to a property is not free and clear of defects (e.g. liens, encumbrances and defects that were unknown when the title policy was issued). The terms of the policy define what risks are covered and what risks are excluded from coverage. The title insurer will reimburse you for losses that are covered, up to the face amount of the policy, and any related legal expenses. This protection is effective as of the issue date of the policy and covers defects arising prior to your ownership. Title companies issue policies on all types of real and personal property. Two types of title insurance policies for real property are common: a lender’s policy and an owner’s policy.

How is Title Insurance Different from Homeowner’s Insurance?
Title insurance protects against losses due to defects in title. Before issuing a title insurance policy, title companies search and examine public records and, in certain circumstances, survey the property to identify liens, claims or encumbrances on the property, and alert you to possible title defects. The premium cost is a one-time fee payable at the time of escrow closing. In contrast, homeowner’s insurance insures your house and contents and may provide coverage for losses due to fire or lightning, theft, vandalism, and personal liability claims against the policyholder. Homeowner’s premiums are often billed monthly, quarterly or annually and installment payment options are often available.

Who Does Title Insurance Protect?
Title insurance protects you and your lender if someone challenges the title to your property. This may be in the form of an alleged title defect, which was unknown to you at the time you purchased the property, but came to light at some future date during your ownership of the property. A title insurance policy contains provisions for the payment of losses which result from a covered claim. The title insurance policy also covers legal fees in defense of a claim against your property. Coverage can benefit the homeowner or the bank or mortgage company (lender).

What Does Title Insurance Cover?
Two types of title insurance policies are available to owners of real property in California: California Land Title Association (CLTA) standard coverage policies and American Land Title Association (ALTA) policies.

A CLTA policy insures primarily against defects in title which are discoverable through an examination of the public record. This includes defects in title or recorded liens or encumbrances, such as unpaid taxes or assessments, and defects due to lack of access to an open street. A CLTA policy also covers a limited number of risks that are not discoverable through a search of the public records.

The ALTA policy provides greater coverage than the CLTA policy. Generally, the ALTA policy provides the same coverage as the CLTA policy, but also insures against defects, liens, encumbrances, easements, and encroachments and conflicts in boundary lines that are not reflected in the public records. Since an ALTA policy covers many “off-record” defects in title, the insurer will typically survey the property to be insured.

Since title insurance is required by your lender, the lender will specify the type of policy required.

Endorsement Options
You may also purchase, at an additional cost, optional endorsements to cover risks that are not included in the standard CLTA or ALTA title insurance policies. Endorsements are available to provide insurance against environmental protection liens, enforcement of covenants, conditions and restrictions, damage due to water and mineral development, and accuracy of boundaries. Be sure to discuss available optional endorsements with your title insurer or escrow officer.

Who Should Purchase Title Insurance?
Lenders require title insurance as a condition for your loan. Two types of policies are available: an owner’s policy and a lender’s policy. A lender’s policy insures that the lender’s security interest in the property has priority over claims that others may have in your property. A lender’s policy does not protect you. Similarly, the prior owner’s policy does not protect you. If you want to protect yourself from claims by others against your new home, you will need an owner’s policy. An owner’s policy insures the buyer for as long as he or she owns the property. This protection is limited to the value of the property. It is usually less expensive to purchase a lender’s policy and owner’s policy at the same time from the same title insurer.

How Much Title Insurance Will I Need?
The homebuyer should insure the full purchase price of the property; the lender only requires title insurance to cover the amount of your loan.

How is the Premium Determined and when is it Paid?
Title insurance premiums are based on the dollar amount of coverage provided. Every title insurance company is required to file its schedule of rates, forms, and rate modifications with the Insurance Commissioner at least 30 days before the rates can be used. These filings are available for public viewing in CDI’s public viewing rooms in San Francisco and Los Angeles, with prior arrangements.

Premiums are paid once at the close of escrow. There are no continuing premiums like other types of insurance.

Jason Kardos, Real Estate Broker/Owner

Cell (619) 303-2826

www.JasonKardos.com

Lic# 01324429

For Property Management

San Diego County Property Management

James Burrell (619) 742-8543

www.sdcpm.net

Lic# 01113057

New California Real Estate Laws for 2012

Jason Kardos (Broker/Owner) — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:30:48 -0700

New California Laws for 2012

Now that the first half of the 2011-12 legislative session is over, significant new laws have emerged that may affect REALTORS® and their clients. Below are some of the new laws involving disclosures, licensing, small claims court, landlord-tenant, and other areas of interest for the real estate practitioner. The full text of a bill is available at www.leginfo.ca.gov.

Sellers Disclosing Water-Conserving Plumbing Fixtures: C.A.R. successfully sponsored a new law, effective January 1, 2012, revising the Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS) to include a checkbox in Section A for the seller to disclose whether the property has water-conserving plumbing fixtures. The revised TDS also clarifies at the end of Section B that, by January 1, 2017, a single-family residence built on or before January 1, 1994 must generally be equipped with water-conserving plumbing fixtures. If, however, that single-family home is altered or improved on or after January 1, 2014, the water-conserving plumbing fixtures must be a condition of final permit approval. Water-conserving plumbing fixtures are low-flow toilets, shower heads, and faucets under section 1101.3 of the California Civil Code. C.A.R. intends to release a revised TDS form in November 2011 to comply with this law. Senate Bill 837.

NHD Companies Disclosing Mining Operations: Starting January 1, 2012, a company preparing a natural hazard disclosure (NHD) statement for a prospective buyer, as required for certain transactions, must also disclose whether the property is located within one mile of a mining operation, according to map coordinate data from the Office of Mine Reclamation. If a property is within one mile, the NHD company must give a specified notice that such mining operations may cause inconveniences. Senate Bill 110.

No Fee Bundling for HOA Disclosures: Beginning January 1, 2012, another C.A.R.-sponsored bill requires a homeowner’s association (HOA) to, upon written request, give an estimate of the fee for providing a prospective buyer with the governing documents of the common interest development and other required HOA disclosures. The fee must be reasonable based upon the HOA’s actual cost for procuring, preparing, reproducing, and delivering the HOA documents. If the fee is paid, the HOA cannot withhold the required HOA disclosures for any reason. Moreover, the HOA cannot bundle the fee for providing required HOA disclosures with any other fees, fines, or assessments. This law will prevent an HOA’s third-party document preparation company from bundling together both mandatory and non-mandatory HOA documents, and charging a higher fee for providing all the documents. The HOA is also prohibited from charging any additional fees for electronic delivery of HOA documents, which must be available to a requesting party if the HOA maintains the documents electronically. Additionally, at a buyer’s request, the HOA must provide 12 months of approved minutes of the association’s board of directors meetings (excluding executive sessions). Delivery of the required HOA documents must be accompanied by a cover sheet itemizing the documents required by law and those provided. In November 2011, we intend to release a revised C.A.R. standard form Homeowner Association Information Request that complies with this requirement. Assembly Bill 771.

Brokers Designating Managers: Under another law that C.A.R. sponsored, effective July 1, 2012, an employing broker may appoint a licensee as a manager to supervise the licensed activities, clerical staff, and day-to-day operations of a branch office or division. An appointed manager who fails to properly supervise licensed activities will be subject to disciplinary action by the California Department of Real Estate (DRE). Appointing a manager, however, does not limit the employing broker’s supervisory responsibilities. The appointment of a manager must be in a written agreement in which the manager accepts the delegated responsibility. The employing broker must notify the DRE when a manager has been appointed or terminated. A licensee cannot be an appointed manager if the licensee holds a restricted license, is or has been subject to a debarment order, or is a salesperson with less than two years of full-time real estate experience within the last five years. Senate Bill 510.

Strengthening DRE Enforcement: Effective January 1, 2012, the DRE will have greater disciplinary authority to achieve its highest priority of protecting the public. A licensee will be required to report to the DRE within 30 days of any of the following: (1) disciplinary action taken by another licensing entity in California or another state, or by a federal governmental agency; (2) an indictment or information charging a felony against the licensee; or (3) a conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, including a plea of guilty or no contest. Failure to comply with this reporting requirement will be cause for discipline. The DRE’s broader disciplinary authority will also include, among other things, the ability to automatically suspend the license of anyone incarcerated after a felony conviction. For disciplinary actions, the DRE can conclusively presume without a hearing that a licensee’s conviction of murder, rape, lewd and lascivious acts, or a violation of dangerous drugs or controlled substances laws is substantially related to the licensee’s qualifications, functions, or duties. The DRE will also be able to enter into a pre-prosecution settlement with a licensee or applicant instead of issuing an accusation or statement of issues, but the settlement shall be considered discipline. Additionally, the DRE can request that a disciplinary order requires the disciplined licensee to pay reasonable investigation and prosecution costs. Failure to pay can result in non-renewal of license. The DRE can also require that a restricted licensee pays the costs for monitoring the licensee and monetary restitution to any person who sustained damages caused by the licensee’s misconduct. Again, failure to pay can result in non-renewal of license. Senate Bill 706.

DRE Issuing Citations and Fines: Starting January 1, 2012, the DRE can issue a citation and fine up to $2,500 if, upon investigation, it has cause to believe that a licensee has violated the DRE rules, or a unlicensed person has engaged in licensed activities. The person cited can request a hearing within 30 days from receipt of the citation. The citation and fine will be in lieu of DRE disciplinary action for the offense cited, and the citation will not be reported as discipline. However, failure to comply with the terms of the citation or pay the fine within a reasonable time specified by the DRE shall result in disciplinary action and non-renewal of license. The DRE may also apply to a superior court for a judgment in the amount of the fine and an order compelling compliance. All administrative fines collected will be deposited into the Real Estate Recovery Fund, which has, under Senate Bill 706, been renamed the Consumer Recovery Account. Additionally under this law, if the DRE delays the renewal of a license due to a pending disciplinary action, the license will not expire until the results of the disciplinary action are final or the license is voluntarily surrendered, whichever occurs first. This law also gives the DRE the authority to make public information confirming the fact of certain investigations or proceedings regarding a licensee, and to apply for a court order to enforce a subpoena if a licensee has refused to obey. Senate Bill 53.

Reporting Broker-Owned Escrows and Securities Qualification Exemptions: Starting July 1, 2012, a broker who conducts escrow activities for five or more transactions in a calendar year under the broker exemption from the Escrow Law, or whose escrow activities are $1 million or more in a calendar year, must file with the DRE an annual report of the number of escrows and dollar volume. The report must be filed within 60 days after the end of a calendar year in which the threshold is met. A failure to submit the report will be penalized at $50 per day for the first 30 days and $100 per day thereafter, up to $10,000. A broker who fails to pay the penalty may be subject to license suspension or revocation. All penalties collected will be deposited into the Consumer Recovery Account under the Real Estate Recovery Program. Effective January 1, 2012, this law also requires a broker who files certain information with the DRE for an exemption from securities qualification to submit a copy of that information to any investor who gives funds to the broker in connection with a transaction involving the sale of a series of notes (or undivided interests in a note) secured by real property under section 10237 of the California Business and Professions Code. Senate Bill 53.

DRE Suspending Largest Tax Delinquents: Commencing January 1, 2012, both the State Board of Equalization and the Franchise Tax Board must periodically make public a list of the 500 persons with the largest tax delinquencies in excess of $100,000. The lists must include, among other things, each taxpayer’s occupational or professional license numbers. The DRE and other state governmental licensing entities (with certain exceptions) must suspend and refuse to issue or renew an occupational or professional license for anyone on either tax delinquency list. Assembly Bill 1424.

Agents Handling Appraisal Issues: Beginning January 1, 2012, a licensee cannot knowingly or intentionally misrepresent the value of real property. Furthermore, a licensee who offers or provides an opinion of value of residential real property that is used as the basis for originating a mortgage loan cannot have any direct or indirect interest in the property or transaction as defined under Regulation Z (at 12 C.F.R. section 226.42(d)). A licensee or other interested party is also prohibited from using coercion, extortion, bribery, intimidation, compensation, or instruction to improperly influence a person preparing an appraisal or valuation for a real estate transaction. Senate Bill 6.

Increasing Small Claims to $10,000: Commencing January 1, 2012, the small claims court jurisdiction will generally increase from $7,500 to $10,000 for an action brought by a natural person. For a claim of bodily injury from a car accident, the increase to $10,000 will not occur until 2015. The dollar limit in small claims court for an action brought by a corporation or other entity will remain at $5,000. Senate Bill 221.

Revising the Notice of Sale: Effective April 1, 2012, a notice of trustee’s sale for the non-judicial foreclosure of one-to-four residential units must contain specified notices to the owner on how to seek postponement of the trustee’s sale, and to potential bidders on the risks involved in bidding at trustee auctions. Additionally, a lender or authorized agent must make a good faith effort to provide up-to-date information about sale dates and postponements to persons who want this information. The lender must also provide updated information through the Internet, a telephone recording, or any other means that allows free access at any time. Senate Bill 4.

Renting Out Condominiums: C.A.R. also successfully sponsored legislation protecting owners’ right to rent out their units in common interest developments. Starting January 1, 2012, an owner in a common interest development is exempt from any prohibition in a governing document against renting or leasing the unit, unless that prohibition was in effect before the owner acquired title to his or her unit. When renting out a unit, the owner must give the HOA verification of the owner’s acquisition date, and name and contact information of the prospective tenant. An owner’s right to rent under this law does not terminate for certain transfers of title, including, but not limited to, probate, spousal, parent-to-child, adding a joint tenant, and other transfers exempt from property tax reassessment. For sales transactions, the required HOA disclosures must include a statement describing any prohibition in the governing documents against renting or leasing. This law does not apply to rental prohibitions in effect before 2012. Senate Bill 150.

Tenants Smoking Ban: Beginning January 1, 2012, a residential landlord can prohibit the smoking of cigarettes and other tobacco products on the property, including any dwelling unit, building, other interior or exterior area, or the premises on which the property is located. For new tenants on or after January 1, 2012, the areas where smoking is prohibited must be stated in the lease or rental agreement. For preexisting tenants before 2012, a new provision prohibiting smoking is a change in the terms of tenancy that requires adequate written notice, depending on whether the tenancy is month-to-month or for a fixed term. Senate Bill 332.

Tenants Displaying Political Signs: Effective January 1, 2012, a residential tenant can generally display political signs related to elections, legislative votes, initiatives, and other political matters as specified, but the landlord can make reasonable restrictions as to location, size, and duration of display. In a single-family dwelling, a tenant’s political signs can be displayed from the yard, window, door, balcony, or outside wall of the leased premises. In a multifamily dwelling, a tenant’s political signs can be posted in the window or door of the leased premises. A landlord can restrict the size of a political sign to six square feet. A landlord can also prohibit a tenant from displaying political signs that violate local, state or federal law, or a lawful provision in an HOA’s governing documents. A tenant must remove political signs in compliance with time limits set by local ordinance, or absent such time limits, the landlord can reasonably restrict the posting of a sign to 90 days before an election or vote, and its removal within 15 days after the election or vote. Senate Bill 337.

Tenants Recycling Rights: Commencing July 1, 2012, a multifamily residential dwelling of five or more units (or a multifamily residential dwelling or business that generates more than four cubic yards per week of commercial solid waste as defined) must arrange for recycling services. The intent of this law is to address the challenges local governments are facing in reducing solid waste disposal in multifamily properties. The required recycling services are to be consistent with state or local laws, to the extent that these services are offered and reasonably available from a local service provider. The property owner of a multifamily residential dwelling may require tenants to source separate their recyclable materials to aid in compliance with this law. Assembly Bill 341.

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