San Diego CA First Week in February 2010 Events-Otay Ranch, Encinitas, Metro San Diego, Mission Trails Regional Park and Solana Beach - 01/29/10 01:05 PM
Otay Ranch Farmers Market The Otay Ranch certified Farmers Market boasts an incredible community of family farms that make this market a local Tuesday tradition for all. Enoy a market that's easy to get to plenty of parking and the freshest produce of the season. Time: 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Location: Main St. in Otay Ranch Town Center
Otay Ranch Farmer's Market Nature Walk-Mission Trails Each Wed., Sat. and Sun. in February Learn about the history, geology, plants, animals and ecology of Mission Trails Regional Park by taking a 1.5 hour walk with a trail guide. Wear sturdy shoes and bring … (0 comments)

Real Estate is Stressful-How to Look 10 Years Younger-It Works! - 01/29/10 10:13 AM

~For Women only~
We have a very stressful job and when you are a woman of a “certain age” keeping your skin young and fresh looking is vital. Now I am not against plastic surgery, but I would rather try less drastic and more natural measures to “turn back the clock”. I am always getting compliments on my complexion and in addition to a healthy diet, enough sleep and plenty of exercise, I think the following regimen has really made the difference between good skin and great skin. My complexion tends to get “pasty” in winter and although I could … (6 comments)

Community Property with Right of Survivorship-Property Vesting in California - 01/27/10 02:15 PM

Community Property with Right of Survivorship is a relatively new way for married couples to hold title to property in California. It combines the best features of Joint Tenancy and Community Property and enables property that was deeded after July 1, 2001 to pass to the surviving spouse without having to go through estate administration known as probate. Historically the benefit of holding title has been a double adjustment in the income tax valuation of inherited assets to reflect the new fair market value at the time of death of a spouse. The following is an example of how the … (1 comments)

California Domestic Partnership Law-CA Civil Unions - 01/26/10 03:22 PM
Requirements-
Requirements for establishing a Domestic Partnership in California
Both persons file a Declaration of Domestic Partnership with the Secretary of State.Both persons share a common residence.Neither person is married to someone else or is a member of another domestic partnership.The 2 persons are not related by blood in a way that would prevent them from being married to each other in this state.Both persons are at least 18 years old.Either of the following-A) Both persons are members of the same sexB) One or both of the persons meet certain eligibility criteria under the Social Security Act and one or … (2 comments)

NYC Week-End Photos-Food For Thought - 01/19/10 10:58 PM
I have always liked to photograph food, and spend many an hour rustling around the stalls at farmer's markets around the world scoping out my next shot. I get curious looks from the merchants, wondering why I am taking pictures and not buying. Since I had to be in NYC for family business this past week-end I decided to use the little free time I had to shoot some photos. I noticed that food (and trash) were just about everywhere, and I did find some surprises.... like an entire container of French Fries on a subway grate and the 8 varieties … (15 comments)

Closing Costs: Why Do We Pay Them and What Are They? - 01/19/10 06:20 PM
As a new Buyer of property in San Diego, CA you may be budgeting for the purchase of your home. Closing costs are a necessary part of the equation. This list will give you an idea of what is typically included. The Buyer and Seller may negotiate "Who Pays What", but once the contract is signed instructions cannot be changed unless mutually agreed upon by all parties in writing.

Real Estate Commission: If the property is listed or sold by an agent there will be a commission to calculate. Taxes: The Seller is required to pay the taxes through … (3 comments)

The Eyes Have It.........or How to Charm Just About Anyone (it works!) - 01/11/10 11:57 AM

 
I just finished reading The Power of Charm by Brian Tracy.This was an easy read, and although it did not hold any earth shattering revelations, I thought the chapter on eye contact was worth mentioning.Did you know that eye contact projects to your speaker (client, partner, boss) that you are involved? it is a basic way that people will know if you are listening. Flicking is an act of shifting your gaze from one of the person's eyes to the other. It is a process of engaging with your speaker. I know a business colleague who never, ever gives … (9 comments)