The Inside Scoop February 2013 by Ronald Brookshire Real Estate Broker

 

Ronald Brookshire’s…
The Inside Scoop!
Insider Tips for Healthy, Wealthy and Happy Living
Inside This Issue… 
  • Avoid The 4 Most Common Reasons For Car Accidents…
  • Relieve Eye Pain In Seconds…
  • Fun Facts and Laughs: 3 Email Tips To Get More Done,Save $$$ On Designer Clothes, And More…
  • Trivia Challenge: Can you get it?
  • Real Estate Q&A: Who Do I Talk To If I’m AboutTo Go Into Foreclosure?…
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Ronald Brookshire Ronald Brookshire President-Broker DRE 01050798
Phone: (619) 279-4258
Email: RonB@PropertyPL.com
Website: www.PropertyPL.com
Dear Friend…If you spend your day staring at a computer screen, sending text messages on your phone and watching high-definition TV, then you’ve probably experienced eye strain. In this month’s The Inside Scoop! Free consumer newsletter you’ll learn how to quickly make your eyes feel better with a few simple exercises.

You’ll also learn what to do if you lose control of your car…plus fun facts, a trivia challenge, and lots more.

PS.  When you notice people talking about real estate in the next few weeks, can you tell them about the free consumer information I provide?

They may be people needing to move in the next 6 months, and you can tell them about my Free Consumer Report: “Home Seller’s Guide To Moneymaking Fix-Ups”. You’ll look really smart because this informative guide explains how to avoid costly repair rip-offs and what improvements bring the biggest return. To request a copy for a friend, simply email me by clicking here, or call me at: (619) 279-4258.

Today’s Brain Teaser . . .

A mile-long train is moving at sixty miles an hour when it reaches a mile-long tunnel. How long does it take the entire train to pass through the tunnel?

(see answer below)

Avoid The 4 Most Common Reasons For Car Accidents

Isn’t it scary? You’re driving along and all of a sudden you don’t have control of your vehicle. You grip the steering wheel with both hands and with one violent thrust, press down on the brake pedal as hard as you can until you come to a complete stop.

You look up, then breathe a sigh of relief. No one was hurt. You were lucky… but what if there were another car around?

Most people rely on luck to save them when they get in a situation that could lead to a car accident. The feeling is, accidents on the road are unavoidable. Collisions from someone making a bad decision or being distracted, like running a red light or merging into your car, can and do happen even if you’re the safest driver in the world.

But there are accidents you can avoid and they’re actually the most common reasons why car accidents occur. Everyone will face one if not all four of these situations where you lose control of your vehicle. Here’s exactly what to do if, and when, they happen to you:

  1. Suddenly Swerving? – Do this: If you have to swerve to avoid hitting an animal or another car, turn your car first, then press the brake pedal.
  2. Tire Blowout? – Do this: If you hear a loud pop and suddenly lose control, steer the car as straight as possible and don’t turn or brake. Press the gas pedal slightly to accelerate, which helps keep the car under control. Then slowly decelerate by pressing the brake to stop your vehicle.
  3. Running Off The Road? – Do this: If the side of your car drops off the edge of the road, steer straight and slow down gradually as you come to a stop on the shoulder. Then drive back onto the road.
  4. Sliding On Pavement? – Do this: If the roads are wet or icy and your car starts to slide, turn in the direction of the slide and let off the gas. Don’t slam on your brakes or they could lock up, press the brake slowly.

The two most important things are to be prepared and don’t panic.  If you are already thinking about how you will react in one of these situations then you will probably react appropriately, if you are not paying attention then you may panic and lose control.

I keep driving interesting…

While driving I am constantly running scenarios through my head of currently situations that could occur and then thinking about how I should react.  This helps me to be prepared for anything.  Maybe it is the racecar driver in me?  Give it a try, it will keep you focused, ready and safe.

One last tip…

ALWAYS ASSUME THE OTHER DRIVER DOES NOT SEE YOU!

Save Thousands When Buying A Home!

Did you know there’s a free consumer report revealing ways to save time and money when buying a home? It’s called “8 Secrets For Saving Thousands When Finding and Buying Your Next Home,” and it’s great even if you’re not planning to buy soon. Get your free copy by calling me at (619) 279-4258, or simply email me by clicking here.

Relieve Eye Pain In Seconds

Do you spend much of the day staring at a computer, sending text messages on your phone, and ending the evening by watching a movie on a high-definition TV? No wonder your eyes are tired! Here are four exercises to relieve eye pain and make them not feel dry, itchy, blurred, and strained:

Eye Roll:  While keeping your eyes open and head still, roll your eyes up to look at the ceiling, roll around clockwise slowly five times. Repeat the motion counter clockwise.

Palming:  Rub the palms of your hands together until they are warm. Cover your eyes and concentrate on your breath until your palms cool.

Massage:  Place your fingertips on your eyelids and gently move them in a circular motion for 60 seconds.

Temple Turning:  Place the knuckles of your thumbs on the sides of your eyes near the temples. Massage by circling the temples three times. Do the same above the midpoint of your eyebrows and both sides of the bridge of your nose.

It’s also a good idea to give your eyes a rest every 25 minutes spent reading or sitting in front of back-lit screen (computer, tablet, phone, TV). Simply get up and look around the room at other objects for 5 minutes.

FREE Consumer Help Is Just A Phone Call Away!

Learn valuable secrets for saving thousands and avoiding costly mistakes when buying, selling or refinancing a home. Best of all, it’s FREE. Ask about my “Insider’s Free Resources” by calling me at: (619) 279-4258

Fun Facts and Laughs

3 Email Tips To Get More Done . . .

These email tips will get more people to respond to your emails and help you get work done faster:

1. State the content and purpose in the subject line. This gives the recipient a chance to sort and prioritize their email. Be specific and if you need a response quickly, add “Action Required” or “Response Needed” to the subject line.

2. Know when to use CC and BCC. Use CC to copy people who are directly involved. This keeps them involved in the email conversation. Use BCC when you want to notify someone that an email was sent but you don’t want the main recipient to see who you are notifying.

3. Use “Forward” effectively. When someone responds and you want to notify another person, simply Forward the email with a message that says, “FYI.” If someone has not responded to your email after several days or weeks, go to your Sent Messages and Forward them your email but change the subject line to say, “FWD: Did you get this?”

 

Save $$$ On Designer Clothes . . .

Men have been renting tuxedoes for decades, so why can’t women rent a dress for a wedding or party? It’s easy with online dress rental services like RentTheRunway.com. Simply pick the dress you want from over 25,000 available and have it delivered the next day. Then keep it for 4 or 8 days, and mail it back when you’re done. The rental cost is usually 10% of the cost to buy a designer dress, with rentals from $50 to $350.

Not to be left out, guys now have more options for neckwear with tie rental services. TieSociety.com lets you rent 3 ties with no return date for $20 a month, and you can exchange any of your designer ties at any time.

 

Have A Laugh — “Witty Wisdom” . . .

•  Evening news is where they begin with “Good evening,” and then proceed to tell you why it isn’t.

•  Hospitality is making your guests feel like they’re at home, even if you wish they were.

•  The sole purpose of a child’s middle name is so he/she can tell when he/she is really in trouble.

 

 

THANK YOU!

I’d like to take a moment to personally thank all of my clients, good friends and family.  I really appreciate all of your support of my business over the years. And special thanks for everyone who thought of me with your referrals!

Trivia Challenge for the Month…
“Can You Get it Right?”

What do the letters in Einstein’s formula E=mc2 stand for?

a) E:energy, M:matter, C:calories

b) E:electricity, M:matter, C:time

c) E:energy, M:mass, C:speed of light

d) E:energy, M:mass, C:celsius

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Brain Teaser Answer:


Two minutes! (The back of the train would be at the beginning of the tunnel after 1 minute, and would leave the end of the tunnel at the 2-minute mark.)

Thanks For Thinking of Me!Did you know I can help you or any of your friends or family save time and money when buying or selling a home? Thanks for keeping me in mind with your referrals…and spreading the word about my services.

Real Estate Q & A . . .
Q.  What experts should I talk to if my home is about to go into foreclosure? 

A.  Avoid scammers, and talk to one or more of these professionals:

  • Your REALTOR® will help educate you and review all of your options with you so that you have a complete understanding.  Knowledge takes away the uncertainty (stress) and helps you make good informed decisions. 
  • A Foreclosure Counselor will help you evaluate your current financial situation and serve as an advocate with your bank, free of charge. 
  • A Tax Expert will advise you if you do a short sale or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure since forgiveness of debt may be considered taxable income. 
  • A Credit Counselor can help you develop a plan to avoid future financial difficulty as well as help you repair your credit score. 
  • An Attorney can help you if your lender has filed a foreclosure lawsuit.

For more information on avoiding foreclosure, call and ask for my Free Consumer Report called “Options To Avoid Foreclosure.” I’ll be glad to send a copy right over to you.

Do you have a real estate question you want answered? Feel free to call me at (619) 279-4258 or email me by clicking here. Perhaps I’ll feature your question in my next issue!

THANK YOU… for reading my The Inside Scoop! personal newsletter.  I wanted to produce a newsletter that has great content and is fun and valuable to you.  Help your friends get more out of life by forwarding this email to them…
The information contained in this email is intended for informational purposes.  It should not substitute as legal, accounting, investment, medical and other professional services advice.  Always seek a competent professional for answers to your specific questions. This email is not intended to solicit real estate properties currently for sale.
Copyright (c) 2013 by The Property Place, Inc.

Inspiration for Today – Ronald Brookshire, Real Estate Broker

Benjamin Franklin Inspiration from Ronald Brookshire Real Estate Broker“Do not squander time, for that is the stuff life is made of.”

–Benjamin Franklin

Have a great day and please feel free to contact me if you have a real estate question or introduce me to friends who may need help with real estate.

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc.
Direct:  619-279-4258
Toll Free:  800-375-1212
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For Sale Submarina Restaurant, Sub Shop, Deli Alpine 91901

Restaurant, Sandwich Shop or Deli Opportunity – Don’t miss out!

Submarina in Alpine is quickly closing due to personal challenges the owner has faced. It is a successful business that has been in Alpine for 9 years.

The space is fully fixtured and ready to re-open as a Submarina, other franchise or private label. The owner even has a beer an wine license that may be transferrable. THIS IS A ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY for someone wanting to own a small restaurant or sub shop with a large customer base already, fixtures, systems and tools in place.

The shop owner is ready to sell all the fixtures in place and the Building owner is ready to negotiate a new lease… BUT YOU MUST ACT QUICKLY! The last day they will be open is Saturday January 12, 2013.

Address: 2710 Alpine Blvd. Ste K, Alpine CA 91901
Square Footage: 1,492
Lease Rate: Negotiable
Equipment List: Available Upon Request

Call for details and to get your once in a lifetime deal TODAY!

Ronald Brookshire
The Property Place, Inc.
President/Broker DRE# 01050798
(619) 279-4258
Ron B@PropertyPL.com

Prime Retail Restaurant Space for Lease Alpine CA 91901

ONE PRIME SPACE FOR LEASE – Former Submarina Restaurant – 2710 Alpine Blvd Alpine CA 91901

ONLY 1 Suite Available 1492 SF in the same center as Pizza Hut and Postal Annex.

Twin Plaza is a full service, busy, high traffic commercial retail center. The property has been under the same ownership since it was built in 2003. Pride in ownership is apparent in the design, appearance and meticulous maintenance. Visibility is great with Alpine Blvd frontage for the entire length of the building. It is situated across the street from the new Sheriffs Station and within a block of the new Albertsons Facility. The Tavern Road off ramp is generally considered by Alpine residents as the “gateway” to Alpine and Alpine Blvd. is the heaviest traveled street, running the length of the town and leading to most retail and commercial services. Existing residential dwellings presently generate approximately 67,200 trips per day at the Tavern Road off ramp and projected population and subsequent housing growth could add up to 55,200 more trips to existing levels.

Submarina Restaurant Space for Lease Alpine CA 91901

The Inside Scoop Consumer News & San Diego Real Estate

Ronald Brookshire’s…
The Inside Scoop!
Insider Tips for Healthy, Wealthy and Happy Living…
Inside This Issue… 
  • How To Invest As You Age…
  • 3 Easy Steps To Relieve Computer Pain…
  • Fun Facts and Laughs: Unique Online Holiday Ideas,How To Get Crafty With Kids, And More…
  • Trivia Challenge: Win Recognition in Next Months Email
  • Real Estate Q&A: How Can I Stage My Home So It Sells Quickly For A Price I Want?
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Family & Friends,When you notice people talking about real estate in the next few weeks, can you tell them about the free consumer information I provide?They may be people with a growing family and they need more room. You can help them buy their dream home for a lower payment than they might think is possible by mentioning my Free Consumer Report, “7 Secrets For Saving Thousands When Financing Your Home.” To request a copy for a friend, simply email me by clicking here, or call me at: (619) 279-4258.

Today’s Brain Teaser . . .

Inside each of these two words is another word that, when combined, will create a common phrase.

For example, in the words Thundershower and Intellectual, you find the words “Show and Tell.”

What is the phrase in these two words? “Gulliver and Clearness”

(see answer below)

How To Invest As You Age

Financial investments should change as you move through the stages of your life. Consider these strategies to make better use of your hard-earned money.

During your 30s and 40s: These are years of increasing income and increasing demands for your money, particularly providing for your children.

  • Life insurance is relatively inexpensive at this stage of your life. Buying a policy also is a way of providing for your family’s future. 
  • 529 plans offer tax-advantaged savings for your children’s education. For details, which vary by state, go to www.savingforcollege.com. 
  • Annuities can be a good addition to an IRA or 401k retirement account, and usually have tax-deferred options and guaranteed life income.

During your 50s: Prepare for a well-funded retirement during these years.

  • Remove all risks from your retirement plan. Think about a retirement date and your ability to meet that date. Reduce investments in such things as your employer’s company. 
  • Take advantage of slowing expenses. You are at the top of your earning power, and big expenses, like children living at home, are likely reduced. Consider paying off your mortgage or increasing your investments. 

During your 60s and beyond: This is a time to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

  • Test living on projected income before stopping work. If your expected retirement income will be 70 percent of your current paycheck, set aside 30 percent now and see what it’s like to live on the rest.

Know Someone Having Trouble

Paying Their Mortgage?

Please tell them not to work with their bank or sell their home without my Free consumer guide, “28 Facts Every Struggling Homeowner Should Know.” YOU HAVE OPTIONS! My exclusive report will explain all their options to avoid foreclosure and improve the situation fast. To get your copy, simply email me by clicking here, or call me at: (619) 279-4258.

Relieve Computer Pain

In 3 Easy Steps

If you spend a lot of time sitting in front of a computer, you may be experiencing fatigue, as well as aches and pains in your neck, back, shoulders, eyes, wrists and legs. Relieve the discomfort by following these tips:

STEP #1: Give your body support to avoid aches and pains:

  • Invest in a good lumbar chair and adjust it so your feet rest comfortably on the floor. Press your bottom against the back of the chair and use a lumbar cushion that causes your lower back to arch slightly. Keep your knees in line with your hips or raised slightly above them. Never slump or slouch forward. 
  • Sit close to the desk so your upper arms are parallel to your spine and your elbows are at a 90-degree angle to the keyboard. Put the mouse close to the keyboard to keep your arm from being fully extended. Give your wrists proper support so they rest in a neutral position.
  • Place the monitor so your gaze is aimed at the center of the screen, which should be 15 to 25 inches away from your eyes.

STEP #2: Move regularly to avoid stiffness and eye strain:

  • Stand, stretch, and walk at least a minute or two every half hour. To stretch, reach both arms above your head. Grasp each elbow and lean gently to each side and feel the side of your body release tension.
  • Avoid “computer vision syndrome” (headaches and eye strain are symptoms) by using the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look away 20 feet in front of you for 20 seconds.

STEP #3: Stay hydrated and nourished to avoid fatigue:

  • Drink water (or other fluids) to flush out some of the mineral build-up that occurs in inactive muscles. 
  • Eat healthy snacks like fruit and nuts at your desk to maintain your energy and productivity.
Are You My Client Of The Month?

Every month I choose a very special Client Of The Month. It’s my way of acknowledging good friends and saying “thanks” to those who support me and my business with referrals, word of mouth and repeat business.

This month’s Client Of The Month is Josh & Lauren Klucewich.

You might be my next Client Of The Month too! Watch for your name here in an upcoming month.

Fun Facts and Laughs

Unique Online Holiday Ideas . . .

Send holiday mail with your own photo on postage stamps by going to: www.photo.stamps.com.

Find a gift for the person who never grows up at www.perpetualkid.com.

Families that sing together have more fun. Print out lyrics to thousands of songs from www.lyrics.com.

Play games. Search by group size, age, holiday, etc. at this website: www.partygamecentral.com.

 

Get Crafty With Kids . . .

Looking for new ideas for your kids? Check out www.crayola.com. It has much more than crayons and coloring books to offer. Keep the kids busy with all sorts of ideas from crafts to digital apps. It also has ideas for birthday parties and sleepovers.

 

Have A Laugh — 2 Quick Jokes . . .

I looked up my family tree and found out I was the sap.

The digital camera is a wonderful invention. It allows us to reminisce, instantly.

 

 

Here are 3 Free, Valuable Resources…

Now You Can Search The Home Market, Get Helpful Community Information, AND Receive Important Resources For Saving Time And Money When Buying Or Selling At www.PropertyPL.com

Live, work or play in or around Alpine CA 91901? Now you can find out everything that is happening in Alpine from news and events, to incredible MONEY $AVING COUPON$ for local retailers and restaurants… and it is all FREE. Go to:  www.AlpineCommunityNetwork.com

Live, work or play in or around Rancho San Diego CA? Now you can find out everything that is happening in Rancho San Diego from news and events, to incredible MONEY $AVING COUPON$ for local retailers and restaurants… and it is all FREE. Go to:  www.RanchoSDCommunityNetwork.com

Trivia Challenge for the Month…
“Who Else Wants To Win Recognition in Next Months Email?”

Guess who won last month’s Trivia Question? I’m pleased to announce the lucky winner of last month’s quiz. And the winner is… drum roll please: Travis Brookshire (my Brother) was the first person to correctly answer my quiz question.

What was basketball player Michael Jordan’s major in college?

a) English    b) Geography    c) Math    d) Physiology
The answer is b) Geography. He earned a basketball scholarship from North Carolina University and led the Tar Heels to a 1982 NCAA Championship. He was drafted into the NBA in 1984, but returned to complete his degree in geography in 1986. So, let’s move on to this month’s trivia question.

Which of the following things does the Curiosity rover, which landed on Mars in August, NOT have?

a) A laser gun that vaporizes rocks

b) A nuclear power source

c) Ability to travel at 5 mph

d) Its own Twitter feed

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Brain Teaser Answer:


Live and Learn!

Thanks For Thinking of Me!Did you know I can help you or any of your friends or family save time and money when buying or selling a home? Thanks for keeping me in mind with your referrals…and spreading the word about my services.

 

Real Estate Q & A . . .
Q.  How can I “stage” my home so it sells quickly for the price I want?

A.  Make sure you address both the outside and the inside of the house by cleaning and de-cluttering everything, from the front yard to the garage to the kitchen, bathrooms, and basement. Put away your personal items so buyers can imagine themselves living there.One way to take years off your home is with paint. Check the home’s exterior paint job, and don’t forget the front door, mailbox, garage doors, and walkways. In the interior, remove the pictures from the walls (as well as old wallpaper) and paint the walls in a neutral color.

Also, consider these tips if you want to sell your home fast for a good price: a) Hire professional cleaners to do the work; b) Get a home inspection before you put it on the market); and c) Make your landscaping look sharp.

For a list of the specific steps you should take, ask for my Free Consumer Report called “4 Steps To Stage Your Home For A Fast Sale.” I’ll send a copy right to you.

Do you have a real estate question you want answered? Feel free to call me at (619) 279-4258 or email me by clicking here. Perhaps I’ll feature your question in my next issue!

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The Largest Monthly Home Value Increase in 7 Years

Wall Street Journal Home Sales IncreaseNational home values rose by 1.1% in October from September, the largest monthly gain in seven years, according to a report released Wednesday by Zillow, the online real-estate information company.

Get the full article here:   Wall Street Journal Article

San Diego home values have also increased on an annual basis in October 2012.  Here are the results:

Central San Diego 11.4%
East County  6.4%
North County 12.5%
North County Coast 22.2%
South County 11.1%

% Change is for the median price from the same month last year of Resale Single Family Homes. Data provided by DQNews.com.

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc. 619-279-4258
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Your Home Successfully SOLD! The right price, the right time, the right seller protection… GUARANTEED!

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Avoid Gutter Gremlins to Preserve your San Diego Home

Preserve your San Diego home investment with proper gutter maintenance

Since we just got a little San Diego spritzer this weekend, it was a reminder that we may need to check our rain gutters before the rain really comes. Because we have near perfect weather in San Diego we may forget this critical, yet simple cleaning that can help preserve the value of your San Diego home.

Gutter maintenance is essential in preserving your San Diego home. For this project you will need a ladder, bucket, trowel, hose and gloves. clean them out a couple times a year spring or fall. keep water away from windows and walls along with the homes foundation. if not cleaned properly, they can damage your roof. Use a trowel to gather debris. Next flush the gutter channel with a garden hose. Install guards to help reduce debris. Here is a quick video by Lowes that shows you how.

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc. 619-279-4258
EMAIL
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“Recognized, Respected, Recommended”

Your Home Successfully SOLD! The right price, the right time, the right seller protection… GUARANTEED!

Ask us about our “No Risk Listing Program”, our “Top Dollar Marketing System”, and our “First-Class Seller Protection Plan” all designed to make sure your home is “Successfully SOLD!”

Need Cash? More Second Mortgages Available Now!

Lenders granting more second mortgages as home values rise

An increase in second mortgages reflects major lenders’ growing confidence that the real estate market has finally made the turn to recovery.

Read the full story here – in the Los Angeles Times

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Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc. 619-279-4258
EMAIL
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“Recognized, Respected, Recommended”

Your Home Successfully SOLD! The right price, the right time, the right seller protection… GUARANTEED!

Ask us about our “No Risk Listing Program”, our “Top Dollar Marketing System”, and our “First-Class Seller Protection Plan” all designed to make sure your home is “Successfully SOLD!”

With the New Day Comes New Strength . . .

“With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts.” – Eleanor Roosevelt

Every day is a new day… make it great!

 

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc. 619-279-4258
EMAIL
www.PropertyPL.com

“Recognized, Respected, Recommended”

Your Home Successfully SOLD! The right price, the right time, the right seller protection… GUARANTEED!

Ask us about our “No Risk Listing Program”, our “Top Dollar Marketing System”, and our “First-Class Seller Protection Plan” all designed to make sure your home is “Successfully SOLD!”

Avoid getting burned in your San Diego Home Kitchen

Here are a few quick tips to avoid turning an amazing meal prepared in your San Diego home into a trip to the hospital or a visit from the fire department.

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According to FEMA, the leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking.

The best defense is to never leave things unattended, stay in the kitchen when you are cooking. If you must temporarily leave then set a loud timer, a shut off timer or turn the stove or oven off completely. Leaving the kitchen for a short time is just not worth the risk of a fire.

Kitchen counters are often cluttered with flammable items: paper towels, oven mitts, papers. Keep clutter to a minimum, especially near stove tops to avoid the potential for a fire.

When removing things from the oven use a real oven mitt instead of a kitchen towel or other flammable material.  A kitchen towel can ignite quickly and not only burn you, but start a much larger fire.

When cooking in pans make sure to turn the handle of the pan to a safe position.  If the pan handle is sticking out away form the stove it can easily be caught by someone working around the stove or walking by; causing it to flip onto the floor, a person or another surface potentially causing burns or a fire.

Do not wear loose clothing when cooking, especially hanging sleeves.  Loose clothing can be easily ignited by the a heat source or can catch hot pans, pan handles or other items that can cause serious burns for fire.

Keep a properly rated and unexpired fire extinguisher within reach, you never know when this small inexpensive piece of equipment could save your home or someone’s life.

These are just a few quick tips to remember when preparing your next amazing meal in your San Diego home. Be safe and ENJOY!

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc. 619-279-4258
EMAIL
www.PropertyPL.com

“Recognized, Respected, Recommended”

Your Home Successfully SOLD! The right price, the right time, the right seller protection… GUARANTEED!

Ask us about our “No Risk Listing Program”, our “Top Dollar Marketing System”, and our “First-Class Seller Protection Plan” all designed to make sure your home is “Successfully SOLD!”

Homeowner equity is growing in San Diego and Nationally

September 2012 HUD Housing Scorecard shows signs of improvement.

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We are making progress in the National Housing Market according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), U.S. Department of Treasury.  The following was part of their September 2012 National Scorecard:

“Rising home values have brought homeowner equity to its highest level since the third quarter of 2008 and helped lift 1.3 million families above water. Homeowner equity jumped $406 billion, or 5.9 percent, to $7,275 billion in the second quarter of 2012. After a sharp first quarter rise, total equity has grown to $863 billion, or 13.5 percent, since the end of 2011. The number of underwater borrowers has declined by 11 percent since the end of last year, from 12.1 million in the 4th quarter of 2011 to 10.8 million in the second quarter of 2012.”

This is good news, but we still have a long way to go in the housing market recovery.  The San Diego Housing Market seems to be following the National trend with slowly improving market prices and declining inventory levels.

 

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc. 619-279-4258
EMAIL
www.PropertyPL.com

“Recognized, Respected, Recommended”

Your Home Successfully SOLD! The right price, the right time, the right seller protection… GUARANTEED!

Ask us about our “No Risk Listing Program”, our “Top Dollar Marketing System”, and our “First-Class Seller Protection Plan” all designed to make sure your home is “Successfully SOLD!”

Strive to be Outstanding San Diego!

“Only a mediocre person is always at his best.” – Somerset Maugham

If you strive to be outstanding everyday… then you will be at your best!

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Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc. 619-279-4258
EMAIL
www.PropertyPL.com

“Recognized, Respected, Recommended”

Your Home Successfully SOLD! The right price, the right time, the right seller protection… GUARANTEED!

Ask us about our “No Risk Listing Program”, our “Top Dollar Marketing System”, and our “First-Class Seller Protection Plan” all designed to make sure your home is “Successfully SOLD!”

Beat the heat and save money in your San Diego home

Three quick tips to beat the heat in your San Diego Home while you save a bundle on your electricity bill!

outdoor-thermometer-hot_san_diego_alpine_caReplace air conditioner filters
Dirty filters restrict airflow and can cause the system to run longer, increasing energy use. Replace filters monthly for maximum benefit. (Save: 1-2 percent)

Plug your home’s leaks
Weather-strip, seal, and caulk leaky doors and windows and install foam gaskets behind outlet covers. (Save: up to 2 percent)

Keep the heat out
Keep blinds closed, curtains drawn, window shades down. A working attic fan is also a good idea. Make sure to keep outside doors, windows and other openings closed as much as possible. (Save: 2 percent or more)

 

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc. 619-279-4258
EMAIL
www.PropertyPL.com

“Recognized, Respected, Recommended”

Your Home Successfully SOLD! The right price, the right time, the right seller protection… GUARANTEED!

Ask us about our “No Risk Listing Program”, our “Top Dollar Marketing System”, and our “First-Class Seller Protection Plan” all designed to make sure your home is “Successfully SOLD!”

2013 California Housing Market Forecast Just Released

California housing market to continue improvement; lack of inventory to hamper sales

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October 2, 2012 – “California’s housing market will continue to recover in 2013, as home sales are forecast to increase for the third consecutive year and the median price to rise for the second straight year, according to the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®’ (C.A.R.) ’2013 California Housing Market Forecast,’ released today.”

Read the entire article here:

http://www.car.org/newsstand/newsreleases/2012releases/2013forecast

 

 

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc. 619-279-4258
EMAIL
www.PropertyPL.com

“Recognized, Respected, Recommended”

Your Home Successfully SOLD! The right price, the right time, the right seller protection… GUARANTEED!

Ask us about our “No Risk Listing Program”, our “Top Dollar Marketing System”, and our “First-Class Seller Protection Plan” all designed to make sure your home is “Successfully SOLD!”

Failure is Not Fatal . . .

“Success is not final, failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill

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Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President, Broker, REALTOR®, DRE# 01050798
The Property Place, Inc. 619-279-4258
EMAIL
www.PropertyPL.com

“Recognized, Respected, Recommended”

Your Home Successfully SOLD! The right price, the right time, the right seller protection… GUARANTEED!

Ask us about our “No Risk Listing Program”, our “Top Dollar Marketing System”, and our “First-Class Seller Protection Plan” all designed to make sure your home is “Successfully SOLD!”