What IMPACT can HERO have donating his HEROCARE discount? - 08/31/10 11:32 PM
What IMPACT can HERO have donating his HEROCARE discount? These are interesting times........challenging for everyone especially schools. Schools have had budget cuts and have been forced to cut programs + activities with State and Federal budget cuts. Problem is it is trickling down to where it matters our future......our children's education. Keep in mind these will be our FUTURE leaders! This evening I dropped a HEROCARE check off to Fairview Elementary School during open house. The teacher whose classroom was picked by the Veteran was a bit surprised to say the least. I know he will put the funds to great
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Rate Guard Aug 31st Update - 08/31/10 11:06 AM
Terrific Tuesday morning to all, Mixed economic news this morning: Home prices were up, Chicago purchase index slightly up but down from July. Nice opening with bonds, lock in the gains. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGyPK06j_AQ Have a great morning
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Rate Guard Aug 30th Update - 08/30/10 12:05 PM
A Marvelous Monday Morning to all, Economic news this morning: Personal Income was up slightly, CPE (Core Personal Expenditures) came in at expectations. Eyes will be on the FOMC minutes and the jobs report due out later this week. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bm3nxHuKYJs Have a great day!
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Opening Day for Benicia Youth Soccer August 28th 2010 - 08/28/10 01:13 PM
Opening Day for Benicia Youth Soccer August 28th 2010 The children had plenty of energy this morning with the parade down 1st St and at Opening Ceremonies. Great job with all the colorful team banners! The Benicia Youth Soccer League is off to another great season. Remember win or lose its how we play the game that really matters! Best wishes to all the teams for a fantastic season! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awJC7fhB6fw http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZw6vyDZyFY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_v6kiM00f40
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Open Houses Vacaville August 28th + 29th - 08/27/10 07:08 PM
Open Houses Vacaville August 28th + 29th Judi Urbanik Prudential Benicia 6134 Vanden Dr Vacaville Sat 1-4 Sun 1-4 If you would like to have your open house added please provide the listing information Friday by 2pm. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFqx9h7L3cE
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Open Houses Benicia + Vacaville August 28th + 29th - 08/27/10 07:01 PM
Open Houses Benicia + Vacaville August 28th + 29th Marianne Moody Prudential Benicia 855 Jefferson St Benicia Sunday 1-4 Earl Miller Coldwell Banker Benicia 147 Panorama Dr Benicia Sunday 1-4 Judi Urbanik Prudential Benicia 6134 Vanden Dr Vacaville Sat 1-4 Sun 1-4 Irma Ward Prudential Benicia 243 E 2nd St Benicia Sat 1-5 Sun 1-5 285 E 2nd St Benicia Sat 1-5 Sun 1-5 363 E 2nd St Benicia Note the pond is currently being re-done; it will shortly look as in picture. David Galligan Prudential Benicia 1476 George Ct Benicia Sunday 1-4
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Rate Guard Aug 27th Update - 08/27/10 11:06 AM
Fabulous Friday Morning to all, Mixed economic news today GDP cam is slightly better than expected, personal consumption came in higher than expected also. W- St rally's on morning news but GDP is still way off from the 1st quarter. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeZjQvSrqsw Have a great weekend!
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Rate Guard Aug 26th Update - 08/26/10 11:04 AM
Terrific Thursday Morning to all, Both initial and continuing jobless claims came in slightly better than last week……….however still very high. Watch for GDP#s Friday. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6foh5BqbBQ Have a great day!
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SAOR Cleanup August 25th - 08/25/10 09:15 PM
SAOR Cleanup August 25th The Solano Association of Realtors performed a neighborhood cleanup right after the Weds morning meeting. The target was Springs Road in Vallejo Those who contributed were Realtors, Title reps, Home Warranty reps, Lenders as well as Web Solutions/ Marketing. Of course a heat wave hit the day before so even early morning was fairly warm (requiring a fresh shirt right afterwards). It was great to see the positive community responses during cleanup (at least two verbally saying Thank you) while we were cleaning up. Make a difference in your community today! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l8lVu9CfkI http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWLe43ZzG0I http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7uWcVq9zJ4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkPX32DphVM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFDALh1XZYs
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Rate Guard Aug 25th Update - 08/25/10 11:01 AM
A Wonderful Weds Morning, News this morning: New home sales down, durable goods orders were way off………..bonds rally = even lower interest rates. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kG4k7DiboY Have a great day!
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Rate Guard Aug 24th Update - 08/24/10 10:45 AM
Terrific Tuesday Morning to all, Existing homes sales and economic news lead to a nice jump up with bonds. Be careful at these levels. With existing home sales off this means less competition with your offers on your new home. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fk1s75OOQ8Y Have a great day!
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Rate Guard Aug 23rd Update - 08/23/10 10:44 AM
Marvelous Monday Morning to all, No economic news today: Expect sideways trading- watch W-ST as they are up with focus on Financials this morning. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06yHDKY1uQQ Have a great day!
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MORTGAGE COACH EDGE the FUTURE OF MORTGAGE PLANNING IS ALMOST HERE - 08/21/10 02:37 PM
MORTGAGE COACH EDGE the FUTURE OF MORTGAGE PLANNING IS ALMOST HERE Mortgage Coach Will soon release EDGE join the webinar August 26. The new reports can not only be e-mailed via PDF but also with a LIVE LINK and changes to programs, options can be viewed live in real time. This is the cutting EDGE for clients and referral partners. Here is a SNEAK review to the WEBINAR! Analyze is a great program but EDGE takes report presentations for clients and Realtors to the next level! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PQ1YtrWxHs Have a GREAT WEEKEND!
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BENICIA OPEN HOUSES AUGUST 21st and 22nd - 08/21/10 11:58 AM
BENICIA OPEN HOUSES AUGUST 21st and 22nd EARL MILLER COLDWELL BANKER Benicia 323 Golden Slopes Ct Link to flyer Sun 1-4 IRMA WARD PRUDENTIAL Benicia Pointe Benicia Downtown Sat 1-5 Coldwell Banker 785 Oxford Way Sat 1-4 947 Panorama Dr Sat 1-4 899 Bolton Circle Sun 1-4 OPEN HOUSES in BENICIA AUGUST 21st and 22nd .
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Rate Guard Aug 20th Update + Give a REALTOR a HUG Day - 08/20/10 10:51 AM
Fabulous Friday morning to all, No economic news today: W-St is digesting Tech stock reports, choppy trading is likely heading into the weekend! Remember today is National Give a REALTOR an HUG day! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjRTERTKaQA Have a great weekend!
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Rate Guard Aug 19th Update - 08/19/10 10:39 AM
A Terrific Thursday morning to all, Bonds recover lost ground this morning: Both initial and continuing jobless claims came in much higher than expectations, Philly Fed manufacturing was also way off. Be careful at these heights. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onGLQ9ex6gA Have a great day!
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Rate Guard Aug 18th Update - 08/18/10 10:45 AM
Wonderful Weds morning to all, Both W-ST and bonds are looking for a sense of direction today. Watch for Jobless Claims and Manufacturing news tomorrow. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waa_6bbmCxE Have a great day!
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Rate Guard Aug 17th Update - 08/17/10 11:43 AM
Terrific Tuesday Morning to all, Economic news today will put pressure on bonds: Industrial production was up, PPI core (Producer Price Index) minus food + energy was up. Positive reads with PPI are inflationary which bonds do not like. Be very careful if floating today! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQD0leEM9Sw Have a great day!
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Rate Guard Aug 16th Update - 08/16/10 11:18 AM
Marvelous Monday morning to all, Positive start with bonds this morning, NY ST Manufacturing Index came in lower than expectations, foreign purchases of US securities was positive. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pdJH3Iu88M
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Expect the UN-EXPECTED at OPEN HOUSES you are hosting or visiting…………….. - 08/14/10 11:03 PM
Expect the UN-EXPECTED at OPEN HOUSES you are hosting or visiting…………….. Open houses are always a great place to meet new buyers let the community know you are active in Real Estate and so much more. Beware as you never know what to expect holding and open house. Roughly a year ago when my girls were watching one of the cooking channels quite a bit ………….an idea started to form. Why not issue a throw down/challenge at an Open House? The next weekend I donned my chef’s jacket (I play in the kitchen FYI) popped in one of the local Open
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Rate Guard Quick recap of trading today and FHA changes coming in Oct. - 08/13/10 10:52 PM
Take advantage of where rates are it's a gift! How long will rates stay this low........................? Quick recap of trading today and FHA changes coming in Oct. If you were planning on 20% down to avoid Mortgage Insurance and are apprehensive of the job market use FHA + take the 16.5% saved in down payment for cash reserves or investments ( very safe of course). The additional advantage is if you plan on moving up in 5 years FHA loans are assumable to a qualified owner occupant > meaning you will sell your home fast and at a higher price especially
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Open Houses Benicia + Vacaville August 14th + 15th - 08/13/10 09:32 PM
Open Houses Benicia + Vacaville August 14th + 15th Earl Miller Coldwell Banker Benicia Sunday 1-4 735 Kearny St Benicia Judi Urbanik Prudential Benicia Sat 1-4 6134 Vanden Rd Vacaville Sat +Sun 1-4 420 York Dr Benicia Irma Ward Prudential Benicia Sat 1-5 1432 O Hare St Benicia Have a great weekend! If you want to added please e-mail listing and time + dates by early Friday.
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Rate Guard Aug 13th Update - 08/13/10 12:31 PM
Fabulous Friday morning to all, Bonds re-gain ground lost yesterday. CPI which measures inflation came in flat. business inventories down slightly. Rate Guard Update Have a great weekend!
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Rate Guard Aug 12th Update - 08/12/10 11:56 AM
Terrific Thursday morning to all, Profit taking with bonds this morning: Economic news initial jobless claims at 5 month highs, continuing jobless claims drop. Rate Guard update Have a great day!
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Rate Guard Aug 11th Update - 08/11/10 11:04 AM
Wonderful Weds morning to all, The trade balance gap widened = demand overseas for our products is weaker than expected. W-St is off with above news. Rate Guard Update Have a great day
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Rate Guard Aug 10th Update - 08/10/10 11:42 AM
A Terrific Tuesday morning to all, Nice opening which quickly dropped off. All eyes are on the FED this morning: W-St is off with economic news wholesale inventories were off + unit labor costs down also. Rate Guard Update Re-done! Have a great day!
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Rate Guard Aug 9th Update - 08/09/10 11:49 AM
Marvelous Monday Morning to all, No earth shaking economic news today: The markets are anticipating the Fed meeting later this week. Rate Guard Update Have a great day!
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OPEN HOUSES AUGUST 7 & 8TH BENICIA AND VALLEJO - 08/06/10 11:07 PM
OPEN HOUSES AUGUST 7 & 8TH BENICIA AND VALLEJO Judy Gamba Prudential Benicia Sat and Sun 11:30 to 4:30 724 Primrose Ln Benicia Ca Irma Ward Prudential Benicia Sat 1-5 161 & 151 E B Street Benicia Ca Judi Urbanik Prudential Benicia Sun 1-4 855 Jefferson St Benicia Ca Melina Cooper Better Homes Realty, Lenoni Sat 11-2 301 Catalina Way Vallejo Ca Have a great weekend!
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FHA changes for buyers with 3.5% down payment. - 08/06/10 09:20 PM
FHA changes for buyers with 3.5% down payment. UFMIP will be reduced to 1.00% on all amortization terms. Annual MIP will be increased to .9% for LTV's >95% and amortization terms >15 yrs Here is a quick video explaining the changes MOST FHA buyers with down payments of 3.5% or under 5% will see. Have a great weekend!
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FHA UpfrontMIP changes and monthy MI changes coming in Sept - 08/06/10 02:05 PM
HUD Announces MI changes effective September 7, 2010. UFMIP will be reduced to 1.00% on all amortization terms. Annual MIP will be increased to .9% for LTV's >95% and amortization terms >15 yrs. Mortgagee letter to be released shortly. Here is a quick comparision of current FHA and with changes coming in Sept. The EDGE link is still Beta FYI but the beauty is changes can be made in real time while clients view. PDF report is sent with live link. The pdf is available via e-mail. Get your FHA clients in ASAP! Have a great weekend!
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Rate Guard Aug 6th Update - 08/06/10 11:22 AM
Fantastic Friday morning to all, Non - Farm payrolls report came in worse than expectations, the unemployment rate drops slightly. We need to add jobs ASAP Rate guard Update Have a great weekend!
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How does a 2400ft climb in pumice and sand relate to the current Real Estate Market? - 08/05/10 10:44 PM
How does a 2400ft climb in pumice and sand relate to the current Real Estate Market? The climb to the Tahoe Rim Trail quickly reminded me to get either younger or in better shape. The views and amazing trails help to re-energize the spirit and soul. Reflecting for a minute (and resting) it quickly reminded me that as a nation financially we are out of shape. However with a little training and soul searching we can quickly get back on track. The climb up to the Rim Trail from the Ponderosa Ranch in the sand/pummice I quickly correlated to the massive
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Rate Guard Aug 5th Update - 08/05/10 11:50 AM
Terrific Thursday morning to all, This morning's video is coming from my you tube account since utipu is still down. FYI Jobless claims came in worse than expectations, W-ST is off this morning but be careful Rate Guard Update Have a great day!
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Rate Guard Aug 4th Update - 08/04/10 11:23 AM
Wonderful Weds Morning to all, W-St gains on the ADP Payroll report + ISM Non-Manufacturing report. Expect choppy trading today. Screen Recorder Server is down charts below. Have a great day!
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Rate Guard Aug 3rd Update - 08/03/10 11:12 AM
Terrific Tuesday morning to all, Mixed economic news this morning: Factory Orders were down, personal income flat, and pending home sales down. With pending home sales down NOW is the time to grab your REALTOR and find the home of your dreams. Less competition and fantastic interest rates. Rate Guard Update Have a great day!
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Rate Guard Aug 2nd Update - 08/02/10 11:03 AM
Marvelous Monday morning to all, Bonds are under pressure with W-St in a triple digit rally. ISM manufacturing came in slightly higher than expectations, construction spending was also up. Rate Guard Update Have a great day.
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