If we “always” give increase to others we will receive [...]]]> “No matter what your profession is, if you can give increase of life to others and make them aware of this gift, they will be attracted to you, and you will get rich.” – The Science of Getting Rich, author Wallace D. Wattles, Published 1910.

If we “always” give increase to others we will receive increase many times over!  This is critical in our personal lives, as well as our businesses.

The American Heart Association says people routinely take their cars in for preventive maintenance, but too often they don’t pay enough attention to their own cardiovascular health.  You can learn about the “Simple 7” things you can do to manage your heart health in today’s [...]]]> Do You Treat Your Car Better Than Your Body?

Dear Friends,

The American Heart Association says people routinely take their cars in for preventive maintenance, but too often they don’t pay enough attention to their own cardiovascular health.  You can learn about the “Simple 7” things you can do to manage your heart health in today’s The Inside Scoop! Ronald Brookshire’s free consumer newsletter.

You’ll also learn how to get rid of some of that junk mail you have to carry in from your mailbox, why you should use Blind Carbon Copy when you email and what to do if you buy a lemon (car, that is) – plus funny jokes, trivia, and lots more.   But first…

Here’s what’s happening in the Real Estate World.  Interest rates remain at historic lows; as of the writing of this letter a 30 year fixed rate mortgage was still in the range of 4.60% to 4.75%.  This is AMAZING, who would have ever thought that rates would continue this low this long? In 2010 Home prices in San Diego continued to show improvement… we are bucking the national trends due to desirability of location and lack of new building over the last few years.  Here are the results:

2010 Home Sale Results

Please notice; with the exception of New Homes all changes were positive for 2010.  All I can say about this is… get on board re-finance your home or buy one as soon as you can… we may never see rates and prices this low again!

I’d like to say a few special words about my friends, Phil & Rae Jupin.  We met many years ago while working as volunteers for our local youth soccer organization, Alpine AYSO.  Phil and Rae have recently blessed me with a new client by referring me to a realtor in a different city, Dick Davis.  He then referred me to a wonderful young family living right here in our own home town.  We were able to find a great Alpine home for this family, a home that their three beautiful children will grow up in.  Phil & Rae, thank you for your warm friendship and support of my business! And Dick even though we have never met, I really appreciate the referral and hope to be able to give some back to you someday.

Finally, I want you to know that you may call me for any reason.  And please let me know if a friend, family member or neighbor needs a caring, competent real estate professional to help in buying or selling.  I truly appreciate your friendship and referrals.  Enjoy your issue!
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Warmest Regards,

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President/Broker, License 01050798
The Property Place, Inc.
(619) 279-4258 | Email | PropertyPl.com

P.S. Do you know what hiring managers say is the most common mistake job candidates make during interviews?  See the answer on page 3.

Funny & True: “If you think no one cares you’re alive, miss a couple of house payments.” – Author unknown

True even today: “Every person who invests in well-selected real estate in a [...]]]> Funny: Sign next to a FSBO (For Sale By Owner) – We shoot every third agent and the 2nd one just left.

Funny & True: “If you think no one cares you’re alive, miss a couple of house payments.” – Author unknown

True even today: “Every person who invests in well-selected real estate in a growing section of a prosperous community adopts the surest and safest method of becoming independent, for real estate is the basis of wealth.” – Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919)

Success in Life is now the Inside Scoop. I wanted to make a change for these reasons:

It’s the most helpless feeling in the world – identity theft.  Before you think it’ll never happen to you, think again!  In fact, identity theft is so prevalent in our “electronic” society that I decided to cover simple tips for avoiding it [...]]]> What Would You Do If A Ruthless Thief Stole Your Identity?

Dear Friends,

It’s the most helpless feeling in the world – identity theft.  Before you think it’ll never happen to you, think again!  In fact, identity theft is so prevalent in our “electronic” society that I decided to cover simple tips for avoiding it in my latest Success In Life!  Free consumer newsletter.  First, here is some other information you may like to know…

Here’s what’s new in the world of real estate: The statewide median home price posted its 10th consecutive year-over-year gain in August.  Although the sales volume dropped in August, the median price of an existing, single-family detached home sold in California during August 2010 was $318,660, an 8.6 percent increase from the revised $293,400 median price recorded in August 2009, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R.) reported. The August 2010 median price was up 1.2 percent compared with July’s $314,850 median price.  The following statistics are for San Diego specifically:

(Compliments of DQ News)

Did you know the bank will now pay you $3,000.00 to short sell your house?  We have had great success helping homeowners sell their homes, even when they owe more than the home is worth.  In most cases we have been able to get a full release from the debt with no future obligation through a short sale.  The bank wins by avoiding the cost of a foreclosure, the homeowner wins by getting relieved of the debt and minimizing credit damage, and the buyer wins by getting a good deal… WIN, WIN, WIN.  Check out page 2 to see how much money we have been able to save our clients in the last 12 months (it is a big number).

Finally, I want you to know that you may call me for any reason.  And please let me know if a friend, family member or neighbor needs a caring, competent real estate professional to help in buying or selling.

I truly appreciate your friendship and referrals.  Enjoy your issue! Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.

Warmest Regards,

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
President/Broker, License 01050798
The Property Place, Inc.
(619) 279-4258
Email
PropertyPl.com

P.S. Do you know what your BMI is?  BMI is the abbreviation for your Body Mass Index.  You can calculate your BMI in about 10 seconds.  The simple formula is on page 3.

Did you know more than 6,000 lightning injuries occur each year in the U.S. And did you also know that lightening can occur any time of the year? That’s the main topic of my latest Success In Life! Free consumer newsletter. I think the article will [...]]]> How To Stay Safe From Deadly Lightning…

Dear Friends,

Did you know more than 6,000 lightning injuries occur each year in the U.S. And did you also know that lightening can occur any time of the year? That’s the main topic of my latest Success In Life! Free consumer newsletter. I think the article will be a real eye-opener for you. Plus, there’s a lot more in today’s issue. But first, I thought you’d like to know…

Here’s what’s new in the world of real estate: The San Diego County real estate market activity through June appears to be leaps and bounds above last year. According to the Sandicor San Diego Multiple Listing Service for detached homes; the total sales volume was up 16.4%, the average sales price was up 15.6%, the median sales price was up 11.8% and the average days on the market was down by 2.7%.  THIS IS GREAT NEWS!

Potential buyers shouldn’t wait. With a strong buyers market, combined with nearly all-time low mortgage rates, now’s the time to get a great deal on your dream home. In addition, there has never been a better time to be a “move-up” buyer in San Diego, the time is right and the deals are HOT.

I’d like to say a few special words about my clients and friends. You guys are amazing! Your support and your referrals are really what make my business a success. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Finally, I want you to know, that you may call me for any reason. And please let me know if a friend, family member or neighbor needs a caring, competent real estate professional to help in buying or selling.

I truly appreciate your friendship and referrals. Enjoy your issue! CLICK HERE TO VIEW

Warmest regards,

Ronald Brookshire, SFR
Broker/President, License 01050798
The Property Place, Inc.
(619) 279-4258
(800) 375-1212

Email
PropertyPl.com

P.S. Do you have a sweet tooth for brownies? I don’t include recipes very often, but there’s a mouth-watering recipe for Turtle Brownies on page 3 of this issue. Check it out…

They are some of the most ridiculous laws you’ve ever seen.  They’re also still on the books of many states.  Crazy laws are just one of the fun trivia I’ve include in my latest Success In Life!  free consumer newsletter (and [...]]]> Is it Really Illegal to Feed Booze
to a Moose in Alaska??

Dear Friends, 

They are some of the most ridiculous laws you’ve ever seen.  They’re also still on the books of many states.  Crazy laws are just one of the fun trivia I’ve include in my latest Success In Life!  free consumer newsletter (and there are more for you to laugh about inside!).  But before you check them out…

Have you heard of the term Short Sale?  A short sale occurs when a home is sold for less than is owed on the mortgage(s).  This can be a great deal for a buyer and the saving grace for a seller.  I have included a complete description of a short sale in this edition of my newsletter.  Whether you are a buyer looking for a good deal or a seller who is upside down in equity a short sale may be the answer, but be patient.  I am a Short Sale Specialist so if you are thinking of buying a short sale or selling short please give me a call right away, I am here to help

I would like to take this moment to thank all my amazing clients.  Because of all of the great things we have been able to accomplish together I have decided to take my business to the next level.  I am now an independent Broker and have started a new real estate firm, “The Property Place, Inc”.  You will hear more about my new adventure in the months to come.  Thank you for your warm friendship and support of my business!

I also want to take a moment to thank my previous Broker for everything they have done for me; Glenn Mitchel Realtors is an amazing company with more than 50 years of local service through three generations of family members.  They have built their business on the “Golden Rule”, just as I plan to do.  THANK YOU.

Finally, I want you to know that you may call me for any reason.  And please let me know if a friend, family member or neighbor needs a caring, competent real estate professional to help in buying or selling.

I truly appreciate your friendship and referrals.  Enjoy your issue!

To read Success In Life click here:  Success In Life IV-6 (PDF).

Warmest regards,

Ronald Brookshire
Real Estate Broker
DRE# 01050798
(619) 279-4258
(800) 375-1212
Email
HomeSellerSDRE.com

P.S.   Do you know of someone who will be interviewing for a job anytime soon?  Be sure to share the article on Page 3…it just might clinch the job for them!

Between jetlag, backaches and sore muscles to getting downright ill, traveling by air can be risky business.  That’s why I’ve highlighted a number of proven tips for staying healthy when flying your favorite airline.   It’s [...]]]> How To Avoid Dangerous Health Risks
On Your Next Airline Flight…
&
Get FREE Money from the IRS…

Dear Friends,

Between jetlag, backaches and sore muscles to getting downright ill, traveling by air can be risky business.  That’s why I’ve highlighted a number of proven tips for staying healthy when flying your favorite airline.   It’s all detailed right here in my latest Success In Life!  Free personal newsletter.  But before you dig into this issue…

Here is the BEST news in the world of real estate: 

First-time home buyers have an amazing opportunity RIGHT NOW.  The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has some special loans that allow a first-time home buyer to obtain financing with only 3.5% down (you can even get a gift for most of that).  You are also allowed to request up to 6% of the closing costs back from the seller.  The current rates on these loans range from 4.75% to 5.75%.  To make it even better the IRS will give you an $8,000 tax credit this year; even if you close escrow after you filed your tax return (this is a first… when has the IRS ever given you anything… better take it while you can).  As with any deal there are some conditions, restrictions and a limited time frame… but this is amazing!  It means you can buy a home with little or no money out of your pocket and, most likely, pay less than you are currently paying for rent. 

NOW YOU CAN AFFORD TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME IN SAN DIEGO

Finally, I want you to know that you may call me for any reason.  And please let me know if a friend, family member or neighbor needs a caring, competent real estate professional to help in buying or selling.

I truly appreciate your friendship and referrals.  Enjoy your issue!

To read Success In Life click here:  Success In Life IV-5 (PDF)

Warmest regards,

Ronald Brookshire
Real Estate Broker
DRE # 01050798
(619) 279-4258
(800) 375-1212
Email
HomeSellerSDRE.com

P.S.   Do you suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?  Go to page 3 right now for quick-tips to ease the pain…

It’s true. The original Coke was actually green!  That’s just one of the strange yet entertaining tidbits of trivia you’ll find in my latest Success in Life!  Free personal newsletter.  Plus, there’s more in store for you today.  But first…

Here’s what’s new in the [...]]]> Did You Know That Coca-Cola
Was Originally GREEN? 

Dear Friends,

It’s true. The original Coke was actually green!  That’s just one of the strange yet entertaining tidbits of trivia you’ll find in my latest Success in Life!  Free personal newsletter.  Plus, there’s more in store for you today.  But first…

Here’s what’s new in the world of real estate:  Interest rates are dirt cheap… Rates have dropped to all time lows and financing is beginning to ease up.  It will probably be quite a while for the easy doc loans to come back, but full doc loans are available right now.  We have even seen some easing on non-owner occupied loans for investors.  With the super low rate loans and rock bottom prices, I urge everyone to take a second look at real estate now… it may never be this reasonable to own real estate again in our lifetimes.  If you want to talk about it or investigate it just call me, no pressure, no hassles and no sales, just good reliable information… I love to talk shop!

This month I wanted to acknowledge all the thoughtful comments I have received from friends, family and new clients about my newsletter.  I sincerely appreciate all the positive feedback, constructive comments and suggestions.  One of the great ideas was to host the newsletters on line so everyone can go back and reference them or re-read them, so that is what I have done.  You can find them at HomeSellerSDRE.com.  Thanks again for taking the time to read Success in Life! and thank you for your comments.

Finally, I want you to know that you may call me for any reason.  And please let me know if a friend, family member or neighbor needs a caring, competent real estate professional to help in buying or selling.

I truly appreciate your friendship and referrals.  Enjoy your issue!

To read Success In Life click here:  Success In Life IV-4 (PDF)

Warmest regards, 

Ronald Brookshire
Real Estate Broker
DRE # 01050798
(619) 279-4258
(800) 375-1212
Email
HomeSellerSDRE.com

P.S.   Do you know the sinking feeling of having your car break-down at a busy intersection?  In this issue I’ve given you a helpful 10-step checklist for keeping your car in tip-top shape.  Check it out…

Here’s good news for golfers and anyone who works or plays outside: Placing a folded sheet of fabric softener in your back pocket can help keep bees away.  That’s just one small tip you’ll learn today in my Success In [...]]]> Could Carrying A Fabric Softener Sheet In Your
Back Pocket Keep Bees Away?

Dear Friends,

Here’s good news for golfers and anyone who works or plays outside: Placing a folded sheet of fabric softener in your back pocket can help keep bees away.  That’s just one small tip you’ll learn today in my Success In Life! consumer newsletter. You’ll also find quick ways to boost your energy, important safety information, home energy tips, helpful consumer tips, and fun trivia, jokes and tidbits… and much more.  But first…

Here’s what’s new in the world of real estate:  The time to buy is now!  The market is HOT!  I know it may not feel like it when you look at the value of your existing home, but I am seeing an amazing transformation in this real estate market.  It is now at the point where investors can make a healthy return on their cash by buying and renting properties out.  They are not depending on appreciation, but only on the “cash on cash” return.  Their returns are dwarfing anything they can get in the “crazy” stock market and they are 100% in control of their own destiny.  It does not get any better than that.  So… toss out the negative news and start looking for a way to buy now.  I can even show you how to use your IRA to invest in real estate.  Take charge and control your own destiny while the real estate market is HOT!

I have included a special new insert:  “Extraordinary Service Providers”.  This new insert includes some great local companies who love to help people, just like I do.  They are small, local businesses that provide extraordinary products and services to their customers. 

Today while I was writing this, I had to wait 4 ½ hours for a service tech to show up to fix my washer and dryer (typical story, they will show up between 1:00 and 5:00).  I spent over 20 minutes on the phone trying to find out if they were really going to show up? This type of service was completely disrespectful to my time and very poor.  You will never get service like that from one of these Extraordinary Service Providers; they really care about their customers and about doing the best possible job for them.  They are the type of companies that you can feel comfortable referring a family member, neighbor or friend to.  By the way, if someone knows of an extraordinary appliance repair company please call or email me with a phone number (619) 279-4258, thanks.

Finally, I want you to know, that you may call me for any reason.  And please let me know if a friend, family member or neighbor needs a caring, competent real estate professional to help in buying or selling.

I truly appreciate your friendship and referrals.  Enjoy your issue!

To read Success In Life click here:  Success In Life IV-3 (PDF)

Warmest regards,

Ronald Brookshire
Real Estate Broker
DRE # 01050798
(619) 279-4258
(800) 375-1212
Email
HomeSellerSDRE.com

P.S.   Did you know that failure to clean the coil of your thermostat may be costing you money? It’s true.  I’ve given you a quick-fix on Page 3.  Check it out…