Saturday, December 10, 2016

Real Estate Business.

Real Estate agents (and brokers) are viewed negatively as lawyers, car salesman and

To add to this article about the real estate career analysis:

In the United States Alone there are currently 5 million plus individuals working in the various parts of the real estate industry, including mortgage banking, construction, title insurance, appraising, property management, brokerage and leasing, and real estate development. In addition to that number are the thousands of people working as commercial banking lenders, corporate real estate agents, savings and loan officers, and insurance companies who aren’t officially part of the real estate industry. Because real estate serves as a guarantee for mortgages and the foundation for mass amounts of capital, more than 33% of global financial assets are connected to real estate. Real estate is an exciting and essential part of the global society. Those who work in real estate provide a service that affects each of our lives, and they contribute to development that will impact society for generations.... http://www.careeroverview.com/real-estate-careers.html
There are other businesses that depends on Real Estate agent that are left out of the above. RE Signs companies, signs installer, business cards/brochures printing companies, Real Estate magazines, REO Rehabs, Staging company, Interior Designers, House cleaning companies, Gardeners, Landscape companies, Pool & Spa companies, Termite inspection, Home inspection, Homeowner Insurance company. Real Estate web sites, Real Estate advertising / magazines.

http://www.anchor-tax-service.com/financial-tools-deductions/real-estate-agents/

Thursday, October 27, 2016

Location, Location, Location!!

We have heard the Real Estate pundits repeating the same mantra of Real Estate... Location, Location, Location!!
I hear you... Yes, Yes, Yes,

My GF lost a $550,000 home, a beautiful town house in Tustin, due to the worst economy in decade. This horrible economy also obliterated her business which she has been working on for over 30+ years.

She was fortunate enough to be able to move to Kentucky and after struggling for 2 years & living with a friend; she finally was able to get a part time job and settle down. Earlier this week she called me and gave me the good news. She just bought a home. She sent me the photos of her soon to move in home.

How beautiful it is? & You would not believe the price tag!!!
$150,000 for a 2 bedrooms, 2 baths rehab home !!!

Now.. Take a look at these homes ... Location! Location! Location.
Right?

Northern California - Silicon Valley:
San Jose & Los Altos.

Los Altos

Malibu, CA 90265

FOR SALE

$3,495,000

3 beds3 baths-- sqft

1,600,000 JUST LISTED:

CAMPBELL CA 95008

NEED I SAY MORE??

Jeri Maier

Sunday, August 14, 2016

Downsizing? Ditch These Items

Here's what you should pitch so you can get organized and reclaim some space

by Jeff Yeager, July 15, 2015|Comments: 238

Downsizing? Ditch these 10 items Consider making the move to a smaller home as soon the kids are gone, rather than when you’re ready to retire

The Big House

En español | Consider making this decision as soon the kids are gone rather than when you're ready to retire. Even if your home is already paid for, there are still significant costs in owning more space than you really need, including taxes, utilities, insurance and repairs. Plus, it will force you to downsize other belongings, too. You'll also have an excuse for why the kids can't move back in with you later! — Istock

The Big House

En español | Consider making this decision as soon the kids are gone rather than when you're ready to retire. Even if your home is already paid for, there are still significant costs in owning more space than you really need, including taxes, utilities, insurance and repairs. Plus, it will force you to downsize other belongings, too. You'll also have an excuse for why the kids can't move back in with you later! — Istock

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Debt

Over the course of a lifetime, the average American today will pay more than $600,000 in interest on all the money he or she borrows, according to CreditLoan.com. Pay off debt as quickly as possible.Definitely pay it off before you retire. Live by this old-school rule: If you can't afford to pay for it now, you simply can't afford it. — Istock

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Clothes

If your wardrobe has outgrown your closet and dresser, start by purging enough pieces so that everything will fit. Get rid of unwanted clothing at yard sales or online, or by donating items to charity. — Shutterstock

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Anything in Off-Site Storage

According to the Self Storage Association, there are about 50,000 self-storage facilities in the U.S. That's more than five times the number of Starbucks! Vow to eliminate storage fees by getting rid of enough stuff so that all your possessions fit in your own home. — Istock

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Kitchen Appliances and Gadgets

Ask yourself: "When was the last time I plugged that in?" If it's been more than six months since you've used the waffle iron or bread maker, it's probably time to find that appliance a new home. While you're in the kitchen, eliminate unused culinary gadgets and nonmatching tableware. — Shutterstock

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Car

Besides downsizing your home and eliminating debt, getting rid of one — or all — of your vehicles could result in the greatest savings. According to AAA, it currently costs an average of $8,698 annually to own and operate a vehicle in the U.S. if you factor in all the costs, including depreciation. If you're a two-car family, getting rid of one set of wheels might make sense once one or both partners are no longer working. You might be able to get by with public transportation or a car-share program, or at least downgrade to less-expensive vehicles. If you're planning to relocate in retirement, there are communities where owning a car may not be necessary. — ZUMA Press/Alamy

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Childhood Memorabilia

If your kids or other family members don't want keepsakes from their own childhood (or yours) now, they're not going to want them when you're gone. Hold on to a few precious, symbolic mementos — those that truly spark memories and joy — and digitize images of the other things. — Getty Images

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Furniture

Filling — and too often, overfilling — a room with furniture is a common tendency. Doing so makes the room seem smaller and gives you more places to store and display more stuff. Start by eliminating a couple of pieces from a room and see how much more spacious it feels. — Taylor S. Kennedy/Getty Images

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Books, Magazines, DVDs

Unless a book has sentimental value or you're going to read it again, put it back into circulation via a yard sale or thrift store so that others can enjoy it. Or donate it to your library, where you can always get free access to books, CDs and DVDs. You can store countless e-books (many are available for free) on an e-reader that's smaller than a single print volume, and you can easily digitize your music and movie collections. — Istock

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Files

Consumer Reports advises organizing your important files into four categories: "papers that you need to keep for the calendar year or less; ones that can be destroyed when you no longer own the items they cover; tax records, which you should save for seven years; and papers to keep indefinitely." You can access copies of many documents (e.g., bills, bank statements, user manuals, etc.) via online accounts. Consider storing digitized documents on a Web-based storage service or an external drive. — Istock

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Decorations

While holiday decor has some sentimental value, consider getting rid of the decorations you haven't used in the past five years, particularly bulkier items such as outdoor decorations and holiday tableware you use just once a year. — Getty Images

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Exercise Equipment

If the exercise bike or treadmill in your bedroom has morphed into a permanent clothes rack, donate it to a local thrift store or charity. — Joshua Dalsimer/Corbis

Clothes

If your wardrobe has outgrown your closet and dresser, start by purging enough pieces so that everything will fit. Get rid of unwanted clothing at yard sales or online, or by donating items to charity. — Shutterstock

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Saturday, July 23, 2016

Yikes & Yukes!

I saw a ridiculous listing for home for sale in Northern California and now..

This is a listing supposedly in Southern California;

This Los Angeles Home Was Just Listed For $475,000 Cash Only. But Wait Until You See The Inside. OMG

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This Los Angeles Home Was Just Listed For $475,000 Cash Only. But Wait Until You See The Inside. OMG

A piece of junk just hit the market for $475,000 in a ritzy neighborhood in Los Angeles, California.

The 1,276-square foot home in Northridge, Los Angeles “is truly the worst home in the best neighborhood,” the listing states.

The house, which was built in 1956, seems like it has never had any work done on it. It is run down and junky looking. It’s filled with exposed pipes and brown stains throughout the home. It’s disgusting. And truly unlivable.

But since the home is in a wealthy neighborhood with higher-than-average home prices, the owner is trying to sell it at a high price.

The average household income in the area is $77,366 and the average home sale price is $345,500.

Listed as a “contractor’s special” and a “flipper’s fantasy,” the home is in such a sad state of disrepair it’s uncertain anyone will want to pay the high price tag.

Whoever buys the property will need to tear down the home and rebuilt from scratch.

“This home needs a complete rehab. The pictures say everything except for the fact that this home is located at the back of a cul de sac in a wonderful well maintained neighborhood,” the listing states.

Over the years, Northridge has been home to several Hollywood film makers and sports players.

This Los Angeles Home Was Just Listed For $475,000 Cash Only. But Wait Until You See The Inside. OMG

A piece of junk just hit the market for $475,000 in a ritzy neighborhood in Los Angeles, California.

The 1,276-square foot home in Northridge, Los Angeles “is truly the worst home in the best neighborhood,” the listing states.

YIKES & YUKES!

But since the home is in a wealthy neighborhood with higher-than-average home prices, the owner is trying to sell it at a high price.

The average household income in the area is $77,366 and the average home sale price is $345,500.

Listed as a “contractor’s special” and a “flipper’s fantasy,” the home is in such a sad state of disrepair it’s uncertain anyone will want to pay the high price tag.

Whoever buys the property will need to tear down the home and rebuilt from scratch.

“This home needs a complete rehab. The pictures say everything except for the fact that this home is located at the back of a cul de sac in a wonderful well maintained neighborhood,” the listing states.

Over the years, Northridge has been home to several Hollywood film makers and sports players.