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2010
California has a “first-time buyers” assistance program for moderate income buyers know as the CalHFA program. Although the loan is a typical FHA loan that requires a minimum of a 3.5% down payment it does offer a somewhat lower interest rate. The really neat aspect of this program is that a por...
12/14/2010
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - FREE LONG BEACH CITY MULCH PROGRAM The City’s Office of Sustainability has set up an electronic Mulch Request Form through which eligible residents may request mulch. The Mulch Request Form is available online and can be submitted via email. Residents will be asked to i...
12/13/2010
I am a lover of the win-win situation and here is one for the record books. If you feel the seller is in a situation where they can offer a 2nd loan to the buyer don't be afraid to broach the subject. The seller can take advantage of a high interest rate yield on his money and the buyer saves to...
12/06/2010
Belmont Shore's 2010 Christmas Parade with the Theme of "Twinkle with the Starts" drew a crowd of over 40,000. Special thanks to Sam Heck for the excellent video work and to Cafe La Strada for reserving a front row seat for the photographer.
12/06/2010