san diego: The Father of San Diego - 08/21/13 03:44 AM

Alonzo Horton, known to be the father of San Diego, saw the potential in our now beautiful city.  Born  in Union, Connecticut in 1813 and grew up in New York.  From a young age Horton had a feel for business , transporting grain in New York to trading land and cattle in Wisconsin.  From there he moved on to real estate investment and developing.
He came to San Diego in 1867, purchasing 960 acres of waterfront.  He built a wharf and sold commercial and residential lots.  Not only did he ask for the first public city park to be developed … (1 comments)

san diego: Carmel Country Highlands - 08/19/13 02:28 AM

11360 Cadence Grove Way San Diego, CA 92130
This home features luxury touches like custom window treatments throughout, designer paint, 5" maple wood flooring downstairs/berber carpeting up, stately crown and base moulding plus recessed lighting. .. not to mention Ocean Air Elementary and park/recreation center within a short walking distance. Open floor plan living/dining has warm fireplace and plenty of room for family gatherings.
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
2197 sqft
For more information:
Frances Tseng
Realtor®
Office:(858)518-0008
 
 
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san diego: Peaceful Rancho Penasquitos - 07/15/13 05:12 AM
This beautiful community, named after the canyon it sits next to, is home to more than 50,000 residents. Penasquitos, in Spanish, means little cliffs.  Because of it’s location, the area enjoys many parks and trails, as well as a quick drive to the beach or city.
In 1823, Rancho Santa Maria de Los Penasquitos was the first Mexican land grant in San Diego County. The captain that obtained the land, Francisco Maria Ruiz built a small adobe home.  This structure is the oldest known residence in San Diego.
Homes in PQ (which the area is affectionately knicknamed) range from townhomes and … (0 comments)

san diego: Improving you work space - 02/28/13 03:26 AM
Improving your workspace
Recently I needed to touch up the look of my office.  I realized it was a reflection of who I was, not only to my customers but also my coworkers.   By adding just a few new items and moving some things around it was given a warm welcoming look.  Here are a few tips:
-Mirrors are a great way to open up a room.  They add depth and can be purchased at a reasonable cost.
-Lighting is important, not only for your eyes but for others.  Add a lamp to your desk for a cozy look.
-Don’t overdo … (2 comments)

san diego: Beautiful Rancho Bernardo Townhome! A Must See! - 03/19/10 04:29 AM

Gated community in Bernardo Heights. Popular floorplan with 1700+sf, 3 spacious bedrooms, large patio area. Fresh custom paint, laminate wood floors and designer tile flooring.
Offered at $449,000
Contact me for a private showing!
Kathy Low (858) 583-4631
Abacus Properties, Inc.
 
 
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san diego: Is it worth risking our lives to do a $50 BPO? - 08/08/08 12:26 PM
I have had one really bad experience with an irate homeowners chasing me down the street when I am doing a drvie-by BPO. I also know that a lot of agents have scary moments from reading other blogs in AR. I mean, is it really worth risking our lives just to make $50? I guess it is different for guys, but I am a 90lbs Chinese girl!
How do you handle yourselves out there? How do you keep safe? If you bring another person, doesn't it mean you are technically only making $25 on the BPO?
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san diego: Why I love living in Rancho Bernardo - 07/31/08 01:01 PM
I still remember when I first arrived in Rancho Bernardo, San Diego 11 years ago house hunting because my husband found a new job and we had to relocate to San Diego from Northern California. From the freeway, I saw this picturesque town with red roofs and trees. I immediately was excited about the move.
Rancho Bernardo is a small town, in the northern part of the city of San Diego. It is about 20 miles east from the beaches. You are in the suburbs, but you are never 20 minutes away from everywhere.
It is beautifully planned with greeneries everywhere. … (0 comments)

san diego: Relocating to San Diego? Let our TEAM serve you! - 07/18/08 12:52 PM
Moving to San Diego? Let the Agent Team at Abacus(www.AbacusPropertiesInc.com) help you!
Our great agents specialize in different parts of the county, from all the beach towns, such as La Jolla, Del Mar, Coronado, Solana Beach, Pacific Beach, Carlsbad, etc. to the inland I-15 corridor, like Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Scripps Ranch, etc., and anywhere in between! We also have agents who speaks Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Farzi, and English, of course!
Our Team at Abacus are upbeat, technology driven, knowledgeable, ethical, and diligent. Customer service is our priority!
Check us out: www.AbacusPropertiesInc.com
 Call our Team Leader, Kathy TODAY!
Abacus Properties, Inc.
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san diego: Please help me welcome Loanne Truong to our Team! - 07/11/08 01:32 PM
I am very excited that Loanne Truong has joined our Team at Abacus!
Loanne Truong, has been very active and helpful in assisting her satisfied clients in all real estate transactions as Broker Associate, Realtor, Loan Consultant, and Notary since 2004. She speaks fluently native Cantonese and Vietnamese. She is well known in the Vietnamese community of San Diego as an active weekly editor on Real Estate Updates of San Diego local Vietnamese newspapers, Nguoi Viet Today and Saigon Moi Magazine. She believes providing her real estate services to her clients with trust and honesty is important. Her passion and dedication … (3 comments)

san diego: I am over 10,000 points! - 06/18/08 01:54 PM
Hi All AR friends,
Just want to share with all of you I am officially over 10,000 points in AR!!!!! A short while ago I was writing a post so that I could past the 5000 mark! Wow! This is truely exciting to me! BTW, I rank a cool 12 in San Diego! Isn't this all it's about! LOL! 
I have stumbled onto AR a couple of months ago while I was researching some info. I've been addicted ever since! I mean the amount of knowledge you can obtain here is incredible! Blog on!
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san diego: Relocating to San Diego? - 06/18/08 11:13 AM
Moving to San Diego? Let the Agent Team at Abacus(www.AbacusPropertiesInc.com) help you!
Our great agents specialize in different parts of the county, from all the beach towns, such as La Jolla, Del Mar, Coronado, Solana Beach, Pacific Beach, Carlsbad, etc. to the inland I-15 corridor, like Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Scripps Ranch, etc., and anywhere in between! We also have agents who speaks Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Farzi, and English, of course!
Our Team at Abacus are upbeat, technology driven, knowledgeable, ethical, and diligent. Customer service is our priority!
Check us out: www.AbacusPropertiesInc.com
 Call our Team Leader, Kathy TODAY!
Abacus Properties, Inc.
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san diego: Buying Opportunities in San Diego, California...Paradise! - 06/03/08 02:55 PM
Due to recent mortgage industry's chaos, home prices have dropped drastically! This translates to golden buying opportunities in San Diego, California! A recent Wall Street Journal artical says prices have hit the bottom! Now is the time to buy your beach front mansion you have always dreamed of!
Our Chinese agents speaks both Madarin and Cantonese are ready to help you find your dream home! Getaway from the rat race and come enjoy paradise! Customer service is our top priority!
Call us TODAY and we will send you homes to view via email!
Kathy Low
Broker/Team Leader
Abacus Properties, Inc.
(858)674-6648 office
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san diego: Looking for Great Agents to JOIN OUR TEAM! - 06/02/08 01:00 PM
Our company philosophy is: "Agents are the talents. Agents are the bosses. We are dedicated to providing superior service, training and care to our TEAM members, so that our Agent Team can in turn provide over-the-top customer service to the clients."
Since we believe our Agents make the company, our Agents makes 100% of their hard-earned commission.
Whether you are an experience Agent, a new Agent, or just thinking of getting your real estate license, we can help you be the best Agents in town.
We want to cultivate long and profitable relationships with our TEAM.
Please contact our Team Leader, Kathy, to … (0 comments)

san diego: Relocating to San Diego? - 06/02/08 12:53 PM
Moving to San Diego? Let the Agent Team at Abacus(www.AbacusPropertiesInc.com) help you!
Our great agents specialize in different parts of the county, from all the beach towns, such as La Jolla, Del Mar, Coronado, Solana Beach, Pacific Beach, Carlsbad, etc. to the inland I-15 corridor, like Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Scripps Ranch, etc., and anywhere in between! We also have agents who speaks Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Farzi, and English, of course!
Our Team at Abacus are upbeat, technology driven, knowledgeable, ethical, and diligent. Customer service is our priority!
Check us out: www.AbacusPropertiesInc.com
 Call our Team Leader, Kathy TODAY!
Abacus Properties, Inc.
(858)674-6648 … (0 comments)

san diego: Get pay more for BPOs...You deserve it! - 05/03/08 12:52 PM
I have done a handful of BPOs and still consider myself new in the BPO industry. About two weeks ago, I received my first order from PCV MURCOR. It was a interior BPO and paid $60. I took it and submitted the BPO before the due date(I want to shine since it's my first with this company). A couple days later, a Friday, they called me for a rush order, due Saturday at noon. I asked how much they are paying, she said $60. I said no, can you pay $85, she said yes, and without much hesitation. I turned in … (17 comments)

san diego: Make sure your loan officer has done FHA loans before! - 04/22/08 12:54 PM
Just last week, one of my newer agent came to me all excited because he got his first buyer who is FHA approved. And, not only that, they have found a condo they love, ready to put in an offer. I congratulated him and somehow I happen to ask him if the condo was FHA approved. He was shocked and said the loan officer did not mention anything about condo projects needing FHA approvals! So I went to the FHA website to see if his condo was approved. Low and behold, his condo's not approved. That's mean now they need to … (13 comments)

san diego: Make sure your loan officer has done FHA loans before! - 04/22/08 10:32 AM
Just last week, one of my newer agent came to me all excited because he got his first buyer who is FHA approved. And, not only that, they have found a condo they love, ready to put in an offer. I congratulated him and somehow I happen to ask him if the condo was FHA approved. He was shocked and said the loan officer did not mention anything about condo projects needing FHA approvals! So I went to the FHA website to see if his condo was approved. Low and behold, his condo's not approved. That's mean now they need to … (0 comments)

san diego: how do you get people to join your new group? - 04/21/08 02:27 PM
I just started a new group: www.activerain/groups/sandiegorealestatenetwork.com. I am relatively new to AR and need help getting people to join my new group. Any help will be greatly appreciated! My group services San Diego Real Estate Professionals. I think California needs to have more agents blogging on AR!
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san diego: Countrywide REOs? who's getting to list them? - 04/21/08 12:19 PM
I heard that to get REOs listings from Countrywide, your loan officer has to recommend you, and you must have prior REO experience. I don't think it is good for the housing market when these banks only give their REOs to a handful of agents. Frankly, these agents just cannot service and market these properties effectively. And most of these REO properties are not being marketed at all. They end up selling way way below market and drag the whole neighborhood down! There has to be a better way...
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san diego: New GROUP Alert! - 04/20/08 12:47 PM
Hi all,
I have started a new group - www.activerain/groups/sandiegorealestatenetwork.com
It's all about San Diego north county inland real estate...4S Ranch, Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Rancho Penasquitos, Escondido, Scripps Ranch...
Come and join me!
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