simi valley: Upcoming Events at the Ronald Regan Library in Simi Valley - 10/31/10 02:25 PM
A post by Simi Valley real estate agent, Ken Grech. Here are some of the upcoming events at the Ronald Regan Library, located here in Simi Valley.
November 11, 2010 Veteran’s Day Event
This annual event will honor the men and women who serve in the United States Armed Forces. At 10:30am a C-17 Flyover| 10:45 am Musical performances by the Conejo Valley Youth Orchestra| 11:05 am Program in the Presidential Learning Center| All day: Civil War re-enactments by the Washington Artillery of New Orleans| World War II trucks| Current Military vehicles on display.
All Veterans Day activities are … (0 comments)
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simi valley: CALHFA Returns As Option For First Time Buyers - 09/19/10 03:30 PM
Post by Ken Grech, a top Simi Valley real estate agent. Search Simi Valley real estate listings. Here's some highlights from an interesting article that was in today's Sunday Ventura County Star paper written by Elizabeth Alvarez.
The California Housing Finance Agency recently announced updated programs to help first-time home-buyers. While this agency cannot offer a cure-all for the real estate market, this is a welcome bit of good news for consumers who are considering buying a home. First, to clear up a common confusion regarding mortgage lingo: First-time home-buyer is a technical term for ANY person who has not owned … (0 comments)
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simi valley: Not that Cheap - 05/05/09 07:14 PM
Posted by Ken Grech, a top Simi Valley real estate agent. Search Simi Valley real estate listings. In the Los Angeles Times dated May 3, 2009 in the Business Section, there is an article written by Chip Jacobs ( to read more of this informative article please go to (www.latimes/business.com ) Our market has changed so much within recent months and we as Realtors need to educate our buyers with submitting offers on low priced homes. Yes, some homes are priced low, however, we need to inform our Buyers, that due to the fantastic pricing you more than likely will not be able to purchase that home … (0 comments)
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simi valley: Southern California Sales Soar 65% - 10/27/08 02:51 PM
Southern California home sales soared a record of 65 percent in September from the record lows during the same month last year, according to real estate data company MDA DataQuick, with resales of foreclosure properties accounting for half of all transactions. The median home price, meanwhile, plunged 33.2 percent year-over-year in September.
DataQuick reported 20,497 that new and resale homesclosed escrow in September, compared to 12,455 in September 2007, when the credit crunch bit heavily into the jumbo loans market. The monthly sales total was the highest since December 2006 and represents the largest year-over-year gain in the history of DataQuick's statistics, … (0 comments)
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simi valley: SHOWCASING YOUR HOME WITH EXTERIOR LIGHTING - 10/27/08 02:28 PM
Fall means shorter days and shorter windows of opportunity for showing off the curb appeal of a home. The right exterior lighting draws attention and adds drama-and also a level of safety.
When it comes to enjoying natural surroundings, some people prefer gazing at the ocean and other beautiful views. It's all about discovering the nature of interesting neighborhoods and houses...a little like architectural anthropology, finding inspiring references for personal and professional use along the way.
Invariably, there are a few homes that are always more inviting and have a bit more curb appeal than others. And when the sun goes down, … (0 comments)
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simi valley: FALL MAINTENANCE TIPS - 10/27/08 01:58 PM
Here are some Fall Maintenance Tips for your Home:
Check all window and door locks for proper operation Check your home for water leaks Review your fires escape plan with your family Make sure there are working nightlights at the top and bottom of all stairs Have a heating professional check your heating system every year Replace your furnance filter Run all gas-powered lawn equipment until the fuel is gone Test your emergency gernerator Have a certified chimney sweep inspect and clean the flues and check your fireplace damper Remove bird nests from chimney flues and outdoor electrical fixtures Inspect and … (0 comments)
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simi valley: TAX CREDIT - 10/24/08 01:02 PM
Available to First Time Homebuyers who purchased a home from 04/09/2008 through 06/30/2009.
$7,500 tax credit to be paid back at $500 per year for 15 years interest free.
There are income limitations that will adjust the amount of the credit. Over $75,000 for single person and $150,000 for a married couple and the amount will go down. If the borrower moves out of the house but keeps as a rental, the entire remaining balance is due in full that year. If the home is sold and the appreciation is not greater than the outstanding balance of the remaining tax credit … (0 comments)
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simi valley: FHA MODERNIZATION - 10/24/08 12:56 PM
New FHA and VA loan amount will be $625,000 as of 01/01/2009 (depending on the medium homeprice in each respective area), locally Ventura County will be at this figure.
Reverse Mortgages will also be able to go $625,000.
HUD will be reevaluating the median home prices in November.
Down Payment Assistanceis basically no more if it is Seller Assisted. Must have credit approval and locked prior to September 30, 2008. If the loan has be to be rerun for any reason, underwriting will not allow the Down Payment Assistance (DPA) to be included. However, a new bill (HR69694) has already been introduced … (0 comments)
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simi valley: ORGANIZING THE LAUNDRY ROOM - 10/23/08 06:59 PM
Professional organizer Vicki Norris provides a three-step plan for getting started when organizing your laundry room in your home.
Evaluate your laundry room by asking these three questions:Is this space so small it will only accommodate laundry and associated supplies? Is there enough storage to include cleaning and utility items as well as laundry? Does the room also serve as a mudroom? Once you identify the space limitations and define the purposes of the space, the storage can be built around these needs. Determine the laundry room contents: Use a checklist to check off what you already have in your laundry room, … (0 comments)
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simi valley: FIREPLACE SAFETY - 10/23/08 06:43 PM
Fireplaces and wood stoves can be cozy and warm heating supplements, but in order to keep the air healthy and reduce the risk of fire, you need to be aware of the risks they pose. Here are some simple tips on staying safe and healthy each winter.
Bad Wood
Burning wood improperly can produce dangerous emissions such as carbon monoxide, organic gas, and heavy smoke. To avoid this danger:
Burn only seasoned hardwoods such as oak, maple, and hickory. Avoid burning softwoods, and never burn newly cut or wet wood. Burn only wood that has been aged for at least a … (0 comments)
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simi valley: Prepare the 'Fridge for Thanksgiving Too! - 10/23/08 02:02 PM
Your refrigerator is about to be asked to perform an impossible task for Thanksgiving: on top of holding all the everyday groceries, it must now also take in all the makings of the upcoming family feast. The turkey itself demands a whole shelf. Plus don't forget the bags of groceries and prepared items that will be fighting for space in the coming holiday. To avoid the pile up, consider:
Cleaning out the refrigerator of all the foodstuff that has expired or gone bad, Using up as much of the 'good' food as you can early in the month, And don't forget … (0 comments)
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simi valley: Holiday Gift Giving Tips - 10/23/08 01:55 PM
The holidays are a time for exchanging gifts but this year, give more, waste less and lighten the load for Santa's clean up crew! Some suggestions for a less-wasteful holiday season:
Give homemade gifts, such as cookies, handcrafts, or framed photos. Give entertainment, such as museum memberships; tickets to movies, theater, concerts, or sporting events; gift certificates to a favorite restaurant. Give learning, such as language or music lessons; classes in cooking, photography, or other favorite hobbies. Give your time or talent, such as baby-sitting, pet-sitting, computer help, or home repairs. Give fitness, such as gym memberships, personal training sessions, or … (0 comments)
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simi valley: NOVEMBER CALENDAR-DATES TO KNOW - 10/23/08 01:42 PM
NOVEMBER 2ND - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS - Remember to move your clocks BACK 1 hour
NOVEMBER 4TH - ELECTION DAY - GET OUT THERE AND VOTE!!!!
NOVEMBER 11TH - VETERAN'S DAY- Most public offices, schools, banks, postal services will be closed. Check your local area for a possible day delay for trash services
NOVEMBER 15TH - AMERICA RECYCLES DAY
NOVEMBER 27TH- THANKSGIVING … (0 comments)
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simi valley: Simi Valley Real Estate and Homes for Sale - 12/04/07 01:30 PM
Let Kenneth Grech be your expert guide to the Simi Valley, CA real estate market. Whether you're looking for a home, new home, foreclosure, or an investment property, Kenneth brings his real estate experience to help you find the right location in Simi Valley. Use the Real Estate and Homes for Sale links below to find a property... … (2 comments)
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