Haunted Lab - 10/24/09 12:48 AM
Sunday, October 18th, after 11pm:
Said 'Normal' dog, before retiring, for no reason at all, and in the presence of two family members,is suddenly transfixed by the light above the family kitchen table.

 
Said dog proceeds to methodically place her feet on chair, then both front feet on table,while gazing fixedly and intensely at light as though responding to something.Light was not on, and no bugs or other distractions to be seen. Incident was less than 2 minutes long.
Photos of dog after incident
 

 
As of today, October 23rd, no other incidents have been reported, with the … (3 comments)

Investors: Downtown San Jose REO Duplex - 10/18/09 08:33 PM
Inventory is low, and this is a great opportunity to own a duplex on a shaded street minutes from downtown San Jose. Seller absolutely must get this one off the books fast, so place an offer now. Don't delay! All offers considered! Each unit is a 1/1 with 672 sq ft.

 
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Almaden Reflections - 10/18/09 08:14 PM
Sometimes it feels like you're walking through time when on a long hike through Almaden's Quicksilver Park. When it's quiet, you can imagine the sounds of the Ohlone celebrating their life here.
Here are some beauriful scenes from my walk there today
 

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Home Buyer Tax Credit Extension?? - 10/09/09 02:29 PM
This just in: it's very likely that the credit may be extended. We are all lobbying for this.It will allow more first time home buyers who haven't been able to purchase due tomultiple offer situations in a low inventory market to get their dream home, and helpstimulate the economy.View article
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Save on Your Property Taxes? - 10/07/09 01:58 PM
By now most people are aware that they had the opportunity to appeal theirproperty taxes with the reduction in property values. However not everyone is aware that this opportunity exists, but with a Homestead Exemption,you could save money on your property taxes.Detailed information on this for Santa Clara County and San Mateo County is below:
 Homeowners' Property Tax ExemptionHomeownership builds strong communities and represents an excellent long-term investment for millions of Americans.
 

Owning a home also provides significant financial and tax advantages. California, for example provides for a Homeowners'
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