Are You a Friendly Neighbor?

Happy Holidays!

If you’re like many people, you may have met your neighbors when you first moved in, but haven’t had much contact with them since. It’s never too late to build the foundation for a friendship with the people who live around you. In fact, the holiday season provides a great opportunity to connect with them.

The information this month is full of ideas to break the ice with your neighbors. Page one offers five thoughtful gifts to bring to your neighbors to get the conversation started. Page two lists safety, economic and social reasons for connecting with your neighbors. Access this info here: Neighborly Advice  Make your neighborhood a better place with a smile and a kind word!

Feel free to pass this information along to your family, friends and neighbors to inspire them to get to know the people in their neighborhoods.

An extra article offers more ideas: Holiday Cards

For a special deal that I negotiated with one of my clients, click here: SDLOCAL HOLIDAYS 2014 This is a great new business doing exciting things! Check out their details and support a local company. Their story was picked up by the San Diego City Beat in the most recent publication – City Beat did a great job in the article of highlighting the process, product and vision of Domestic Stencilworks: http://www.sdcitybeat.com/sandiego/article-13623-innovators-behind-domestic-stencilworks-turn-food-into-design.html

Wishing you and your family a safe holiday season filled with joy and peace.

“A life lived for others, is the only life worth living.” Albert Einstein

One of the best ways to express gratitude for a good deed is to pay it forward to someone else. Paying it forward allows you to spread joy to another person through one kind action.

In celebration of Thanksgiving, take the opportunity to say “thanks” by doing a good deed for someone else. This month’s information features five actions to help you pay it forward. Whether you want to commit your time to volunteering or simply write a kind note to someone, the list is intended to help you make a positive impact on another person’s life while reaping the benefits of generosity.

Check out this information: Pay it Forward

Next year a great new rental is available in San Carlos, for information click here and please call me for more information: Great House To Rent

I wanted to take the opportunity to let you know how grateful I am for your business. It’s a pleasure to be your trusted real estate professional: Thanks for your Business

I look forward to continuing to serve you in the future, and remember I’m never too busy for your referrals.

 

Want the inside scoop on the national housing market?

The housing market is back and better than ever in many areas of the country. If you’re in the market to buy a home, you’ll find that interest rates are still at historic lows and homes are still considered affordable in most areas. If you’re thinking of selling your home, it may sell for closer to its list price and may be on the market for less time.

 

This month’s information features statistics that provide a snapshot of what’s going on in the national market. You’ll get the scoop on everything from home prices to how much inventory is available to who’s buying and selling.

To access this information click here: Buy or Sell This Year??

For additional tips see: Competing Offers

If you’re curious about how this compares to what’s going on in our local market or are curious about the value of your home, call me for more information. I’m never too busy to share my knowledge of the local market and provide you with a free market analysis of your home. Pass this information on to your family and friends to give them the scoop on the national housing market.

Keep Your Car in Top Condition with These Helpful Gadgets

Car repairs are often unexpected, and can leave your wallet feeling a lot lighter. Luckily, technology is available that helps you read your car’s computer codes as well as stay on top of its maintenance.

This month I’m adding information about a few of these gadgets, which plug into the port located near your car’s steering wheel. They not only tell you why your “check engine” light went on; they’ll also track your gas mileage and remind you that it’s time to service your car engine. Additionally, page two features five tips to help you keep your vehicle in top shape, even as it racks up more miles.

Click here for this information: Helpful Car Gadgets

Additionally please click here for helpful Phone Apps for your car: Smart Phone Apps

Pass this information on to your family and friends to help them get more miles out of their vehicles.

Purging Pests From Your Home

Are you among the 53% of homeowners who are concerned about pest damage to their homes and property?* Pest infestations not only cause damage to your home, but treating them can leave a dent in your wallet. That’s why it’s important to prevent the pests from getting comfortable in the first place.

This month I have information to help you prevent pests from invading your home. The piece provides an overview of the five most common pests found in the home, and offers suggestions to keep them at bay using plants and items found around the house. Of course, if you have an infestation, it’s best to call the exterminator to prevent you from having to make costly repairs.

Access this information here: Rid Your Home of Pests

For additional tips on pest control click here: Natural Help

Pass this information on to your family and friends to help them rid their homes of insects and other vermin.

*Source: National Pest Management Association

Are you thinking of renovating your bathroom?

The bathroom is one of the most popular rooms of the home to remodel, one that also boasts an 84.9% return on investment.*

If you’re thinking of updating the bathrooms in your home, this information gives you the scoop on popular trends, and offers tips to help you get the most out of your renovation. Page one offers insight into what other homeowners are including in their renovation, from high-efficiency toilets to adding a second sink. Page two outlines seven things to consider before you start your renovation, whether you’re undertaking a minor update or a major remodel.  Access this information here: Bathroom Remodelling ideas

In addition, check out this link for quick ideas without any demolition involved!  Freshen Up Your Bathroom

Pass this information on to your family and friends to help them get the most out of their next bathroom remodel and call me if you need advice or referrals.

Increase your property’s resale value by as much as 14%!

Summertime is a great time to enjoy the outdoors. In addition to providing hours of enjoyment, your landscaping may also add up to 14% to the resale value of your home.*

Whether you’re thinking of updating your landscape before you list your home or you just want to do something new, this month’s information will help you improve your outdoor spaces with the help of the latest design trends. These tips could improve the look of your yard, make it more livable, reduce its overall maintenance and may even improve your health.

To see these tips: Landscaping Tips

For additional information on landscaping click here: Landscape to Sell
Pass this information on to your family and friends to help them boost the look and feel of their landscapes, too.