important information: Caruso Never Sleeps ~ Important Info for Everyone - 10/07/12 06:30 AM
Winter is coming! Use your senses to recognize and respond to a gas leak
 
Fire, explosion, property damage or serious bodily injury can all occur from gas leaks. These leaks can come from appliances, damaged pipelines and gas meters.
 
Recognize: Protect your loved ones and yourself by using your sense of sight, sound and smell.
 
Look:
 A damaged connection to a gas appliance Dead or dying vegetation over or near pipeline areas Fire/explosion near a pipeline Exposed pipeline after an earthquake, fire or flood  
Listen: hissing, whistling or roaring near gas line or appliance
 
Smell: distinctive odor … (0 comments)

important information: Caruso's *LAGUNA NIGUEL* Closed Sales Report - 03/06/12 08:31 AM

Is the market is improving or at least stabilizing!?  We provide the latest market updates regularly, as well as personal consultation of market direction…
The Laguna Niguel Closed Sales Report for JANUARY:
The Laguna Niguel Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the 0-$500,000 Range:
2012   22 listings closed escrow             
2011   23 listings closed escrow            
The Laguna Niguel Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the $500,000-$1,000,000 Range:
2012   23 listings closed escrow
2011   28 listings closed escrow
The Laguna Niguel Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the $1,000,000+Range:
2012  3 listings closed escrow                   … (1 comments)

important information: Caruso Says ACT NOW! - 01/18/12 06:33 AM
 
Millions of Americans oppose SOPA and PIPA because these bills would censor the Internet and slow economic growth in the U.S. Two bills before Congress, known as the Protect IP Act (PIPA) in the Senate and the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) in the House, would censor the Web and impose harmful regulations on American business.
 
Millions of Internet users and entrepreneurs already oppose SOPA and PIPA.
PIPA would give the government new powers to block Americans' access websites that corporations don't like. The bill allows corporations and the US government to censor entire websites and cut sites … (0 comments)

important information: Caruso Never Sleeps ~ Breathe Easy - 01/13/12 09:26 AM

Breathe easier this winter & know how to spot carbon monoxide. Even though you can’t see, taste or even smell carbon monoxide, this harmful gas can rob you of oxygen, causing serious illness or even death!
 
First Prevent It! Carbon monoxide is formed when carbon-based fuels such as oil, gasoline, propane or natural gas don’t burn completely. To help prevent carbon monoxide form being produced, keep your natural gas appliances in good working order. This includes an annual checkup of your gas furnace. Or you can schedule a checkup by calling a licensed qualified heating or plumbing contractor.
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important information: Caruso's Laguna Niguel ALERT! - 10/19/11 06:57 AM

 
The City of Laguna Niguel will be testing the Alert OC telephone notification system on Thursday, October 20th, 2011 between the hours of 5:00pm-6:30pm. On this day and time you will receive a short recorded message approximately 1 minute long. The test message will be sent only to residents and it requires no action or response on your part.
 
Alert OC is a county-wide mass notification system and includes Laguna Niguel residents and businesses. This rapid alerting system s designed to keep you informed of emergency event impacting our community. By registering with Alert OC, time-sensitive voice … (0 comments)

important information: That's Annoying... - 10/05/11 08:44 AM

Did you know cell phone numbers go public this month?! All cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies and you will start to receive sales calls.....
YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THESE CALLS !
To prevent this, call the following number from your cell phone: 888-382-1222.
It is the National DO NOT CALL list.
 It will only take a minute of your time.. It blocks your number for 5 years! You must call from the cell phone number you want to have blocked.
You cannot call from a different phone number. Pass this on to everyone you know … (9 comments)

important information: Caruso's Lawn Insects - 09/16/11 10:57 AM

Contrary to popular belief, insects are not a common cause of residential lawn damage in California. Poor lawn care, especially improper watering and planting inappropriate grass species, are more likely causes of unhealthy or dying lawns. Disease-causing agents, excess or inappropriate use of chemicals such as fertilizer and herbicides or dog urine also produce lawn damage resembling that of insects. Many insects in the lawn are beneficial. Never apply an insecticide unless a damaging level of a known insect pest is confirmed. Insecticides are only effective if applied at the right time and in the right matter. Some insecticides may … (0 comments)

important information: Caruso's Credit Card Update! - 09/08/11 06:47 AM

Many people who feel they are prepared to enter the real estate market by purchasing their first home have experienced a roadblock to good mortgage rates – their credit cards. Credit cards can play a positive, but also a negative role in the process of purchasing a home.
There is not a doubt that having a credit card can work highly in your favor when it comes time to shop around for your first home.  If you have a consistent history of timely credit card payments this builds a strong credit rating.  Having a high credit score not only will … (0 comments)

important information: Caruso's Cell Phone Emergency Tips ~ A MUST Read! - 09/06/11 07:03 AM

I received this through a chain of emails and I thought it was something everybody should be aware of. I would print this list out and keep in in your car or wallet for the future. Here are 4 things you might not have known about your Cell Phone  
There are a few things that  can be done in times of grave emergencies. Your cell phone can actually be a life saver or an emergency tool for survival. Check out the things that you can do with it:        1.) Emergency: The Emergency Number worldwide for Mobile is 112. If you find yourself out of the coverage area of your mobile … (5 comments)

important information: Pets & Natural Disasters with Caruso! - 07/14/11 09:37 AM

Each year, natural disasters affect people and pets across the country. Severe weather is inevitable, but losing a beloved pet doesn't have to be. Unfortunately, because of the unpredictability of natural disasters, it is always best to have a plan in place to keep our four-legged family members safe. If a situation is dangerous for humans, it is dangerous for animals, and with the help of "Petmate" I have put together some tips on how pet owners can prepare for a natural disaster.
Preparing for a natural disaster:
Make sure that your pets are current on their vaccinations.  Animal shelters … (3 comments)

important information: Caruso's Real Estate News Alert! - 07/02/11 07:03 AM

As a result of the July 4th Holiday, it will be a little later than usual, but the markets will be watching and waiting for the employment numbers to be released on July 8. While hiring has slowed from earlier this year, it is important that the markets see that we are adding jobs, not losing them and if the amount of jobs added improves from last months disappointing number, this would be a pleasant surprise. The reason that this recovery has been so painful is the slow recovery of jobs and real estate. Well, both are certainly interrelated. We … (0 comments)

important information: Caruso's Must-Have iPhone Apps for Real Estate Agents! - 06/11/11 08:21 AM

You finally caved. You just bought your new iPhone or iPad or BOTH! But wait, now what? How can this magical device help me in my business? I've put together a list of what I consider the iPhone/iPad apps you shouldn't be without. If you feel adventurous, install them all at once. Or if you need to get used to them first, find one at a time.
Evernote: 
From Evernote's website: Use Evernote to save your ideas, things you see, and things you like. Then find them all on any computer or device you use. For free. So what … (9 comments)

important information: The Un-Subscribed List... - 05/31/11 07:47 AM

Ever wondered why people randomly decide to un-subscribe to your emails?
Here's why people un-subscribe from permission e mails;
54%: Emails came too frequently
49%: Content become too repetitive
47%: Received too many emails and needed to get off some companies lists
25%: Content wasn't relevant
22%: Signed up for a one time offer
13%: Circumstances changed (i.e., moved, got married, changed job etc.)
8%: Another company provided better information
6%: They could get the information from another source (e.g., blogs, Facebook, etc)
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important information: Poor Credit Scores with Caruso! - 05/11/11 08:25 AM
 

IF you want to see how quickly you can ruin a great credit score, just skip a mortgage payment.
Lenders use credit scores to measure how you handle debt. The number you'll see most often is your FICO score. It runs from 300 to 850. The major credit reporting bureaus developed a rival, VantageScore, with scores from 501 to 990.
Missed mortgage payments, serious loan delinquencies, loan modifications, short sales, foreclosures and bankruptcies all drag down credit scores. Because a mortgage is such a big slice of anyone's credit profile, it carries more weight than other loans. Both FICO … (3 comments)

important information: Cinnamon & Honey - 03/15/11 07:49 AM

Cinnamon and Honey - Whoever thought? Honey is the only food on the planet that will not spoil or rot. It will do what some call turning to sugar. In reality honey is always honey. However, when left in a cool dark place for a long time it will do what I rather call "crystallizing" When this happens I loosen the lid, boil some water, and sit the honey container in the hot water, turn off the heat and let it liquefy. It is then as good as it ever was. Never boil honey or put it in a microwave. … (7 comments)

important information: New Year, New You - 01/22/11 07:00 AM

As the first month of the new year comes to a close in just 2 weeks (ALREADY?!?), I got to thinking about what I was going to do different this year to improve my business. Here are four ways I have come across through various articles and publications you can use to help improve your marketing material so that you stand out from your competition in 2011.
1. Start telling potential clients what's in it for them. It's great that you received awards, but what does that mean for your clients? For instance, instead of "Super Service Award Winner 10 Years … (4 comments)

important information: Caruso's Dana Point Closed Sales Report! - 01/19/11 08:25 AM

Is the market is improving or at least stabilizing!?  We provide the latest market updates regularly, as well as personal consultation of market direction...
The Dana Point Closed Sales Report for January 1st - December 31st
The Dana Point Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the 0-$500,000 Range:
2010   173 listings closed escrow
2009   136 listings closed escrow                      Up 14%
2008   70 listings closed escrow
The Dana Point Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the $500,000-$1,000,000 Range:
2010   200 listings closed escrow
2009   190 listings closed escrow                        Up 14%
2008   176 listings closed escrow
The Dana Point Closed Sales Report for Homes … (1 comments)

important information: Got My Electric Car...But What About Charging It?!? - 01/15/11 08:45 AM

 
Electric cars should have a place to charge up in the city of Laguna Beach by the end of the summer. The city council recently voted to negotiate an agreement with ChargePoint America, a program from electric vehicle infrastructure company Coloumb Technologies. The program uses federal money to buy charging stations for cities and individuals and build a network for drivers of the increasingly popular vehicles.
Electric Vehicles will soon be common on American Roads. The two charging stations will be installed at the south end of the parking lot at Laguna Canyon Road and Forest Avenue, taking over … (5 comments)

important information: New Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements - 01/12/11 05:58 AM

What is Carbon Monoxide (CO)? CO is formed from the incomplete burning of any flame-fueled device including ranges, ovens, clothes dryers, furnaces, fireplaces, grills, space heaters, vehicles, and water heaters. CO can be dangerous - when inhaled, it passes from the lungs into the hemoglobin molecules of red blood cells. The result is that the body becomes oxygen-starved which can lead to tissue damage and death.
CO is tasteless, odorless, and invisible gas. Low levels of CO poisoning can cause shortness of breath, mild headaches, nausea, and fainting. CO poisoning is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in the … (9 comments)

important information: Cats Going Green with Caruso! - 01/11/11 05:52 AM
 

Cat litter has always been a nasty, but necessary commodity. Not only can it cause potential health risks to both pets and humans, it is an absolute Environmental nightmare. If you are like most people, you deposit the stinky stuff in plastic trash bags to be tossed out. Did you know that it is estimated that 4-8 BILLION pounds of cat waste end up in the U.S. landfills annually? Cat litter needs to be disposed of.
Introducing EnviroKats - the first entirely reusable cat litter! What that means to you is no more running to the store for litter and the … (4 comments)

 
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