home sales santa clarita: Tick Tock - 03/03/13 11:42 AM

Last week we had a planned power outage. I guess every now and then we all need to test the system and recharge, or reset something – Con-Ed it seems is no different. I never really thought about how may clocks we have around us: Mantel, Wall clocks(4), Stove, Microwave, Oven, Intercom, Watches, Cell Phones, Desktop(2), Laptops(3), iPod, iPad, alarm clocks (3),watches(4).. cars(2)…..WOW!
During the fall back/ spring forward I don’t think the clock-count has such an impact, because that Saturday (the next one is 2am March 10, 2013) if we just happen to be in the room, before we … (1 comments)

home sales santa clarita: American Dreamin' - 10/09/11 12:39 PM
On the heels of US Constitution Day, here we are at Columbus Day. My son and I are reading Alistair Cooke’s America, where we are recounting the steps of the New Found Land. The episode highlights Columbus’s plight into heading to the West. Statuesque for the time, the tall redhead of Columbus has a vision, a dream where it took over 20 years to secure a sponsor to finance such a path that would lead us toward the discovery of America. It was inspiring to think of a driven man who did not do it alone. In addition to Ferdinand and … (0 comments)

home sales santa clarita: Sweet Home - 07/25/11 07:49 PM
Apple picking in Maine, Cherry Picking in Leona Valley, CA, Fruit Festivals in and around the Santa Clarita Valley and beyond! The other day I was assembling breakfast looking for the sweet compliment to end to my meal. I checked the fruit drawer in the fridge, the cupboard shelves, and in between the kitchen counter and the stove, my selection was made! So there I was… navigating this ripe mango with a knife and teeth, thoroughly enjoying the sweetness and challenge to discover just how much more of the strands and juice I could wiggle free… it dawned on me I … (0 comments)

home sales santa clarita: Facing Foreclosure - 06/19/10 08:23 AM
Why only consider Fore’closure’, when you can ‘open’ your eyes to possible alternatives to foreclosure that exist today? This week I helped homeowners who didn’t know where to start, who to call, or what information they needed to make an informed decision. Some options are better than others, depending upon many factors. You need to have a comprehensive evaluation of your particular situation to determine what is best for YOU! Empower yourself with the information. Let us work together to ensure you are eyes wide open.
What does this have to do with Real Estate in Santa Clarita Valley? Santa Clarita … (0 comments)

home sales santa clarita: NO MORE CALIFORNIA STATE TAX ON FORGIVEN DEBT* - 04/13/10 01:45 PM
Here is an update on those who may need to consider Short Sale or Foreclosure. You MUST consult your CPA or Tax Advisoras conditions, restrictions, guidelines, etc. may apply. **No More State Tax on Forgiven Debt: Distressed homeowners no longer have to pay California state income tax on debt forgiven in a short sale, foreclosure, or loan modification. Enacted into law yesterday, Senate Bill 401 generally aligns California's tax treatment of mortgage debt relief income with federal law. For debt forgiven on a loan secured by a "qualified principal residence," borrowers will now be exempt from both federal and state income … (0 comments)

home sales santa clarita: California Passes Home Buyer Tax Credit AB183 * - 03/25/10 01:57 PM
**You MUST consult your CPA or Tax Advisor as conditions, restrictions, guidelines, etc. may apply** AB 183 will provide $200 million for home buyer tax credits, allocating $100 million for qualified first-time home buyers of existing homes and $100 million for purchasers of new, or previously unoccupied, homes. The eligible taxpayer who purchases a qualified personal residence on and after May 1, 2010, and on or before Dec. 31, 2010, or who purchases a qualified principal residence on and after Dec. 31, 2010, and before Aug. 1, 2011, pursuant to an enforceable contract executed on or before Dec. 31, 2010, will … (1 comments)