RECENT BLOG POSTS
  Oxnard is one of the best beach communities in Ventura County. Much of Oxnard is just minutes from some of the counties best beaches as well as the shopping and entertainment destinations of Channel Islands.   Right now, there are dozens of properties in Oxnard that are eligible for up to $30,0...
12/16/2011
For anyone who knows me, knows that I am all about doing whatever I can to help rescue abandoned and abused animals.  Having rescued and adopted so many over the years, I actually wish I could adopt more (hubby and I currently have 3-rescued doggies). Jane Peters has recently blogged about a new ...
12/15/2011
Celebrating the holidays on a vintage train if fun for the whole family.  Every year, kids come in their pajamas and bring their teddy bears for the trip on the "North Pole Express".Making the trip to the North Pole exciting are Santa’s elves.  To help make sure you get into the spirit of the hol...
12/14/2011
  Well, this week there were so many really great posts here in the rain by some of my fave bloggers as well as some newbie bloggers and it’s those newbies that I want to focus this week with my "Calling My Own Shots" post.First and foremost, I just want to give a shout out to my fellow rainers ...
12/11/2011
  The coolest fun gets underway on LA’s biggest outdoor rink – Pershing Square Downtown on Ice.  As a traditional LA favorite holiday destination, Pershing Squares community rink will be hosting a variety of events this holiday season including the concert series starting with the Lunch & Munch ...
12/08/2011
ATTENTION LOS ANGELES & VENTURA COUNTY RENTERS:  There are so many rental scams going on right now, it is just not safe to try and go it alone when looking for a rental. Please!!!  I implore you for your own safety, work with either a licensed Realtor/agent or a professional property management c...
12/05/2011
Well, this week there were so many really great posts here in the rain by some of my fave bloggers as well as some newbie bloggers that I’ve recently come across.  First and foremost, I just want to give a shout out to my fellow rainers for their gold star features that I was happy to "call the ...
12/04/2011
The only way to see all of the Ventura harbors holiday lights is on the water!  Hop on board the good ship Dreamer for a holiday sleigh ride - California style!  Sail the waters of the Ventura Keys and Ventura harbor and enjoy the sparkling Christmas lights adorning shoreline homes and casting pi...
12/03/2011
In my continuing effort to educate and inform consumers and prospective buyers here in Los Angeles & Ventura counties about our local market, I want to continue with the next series in my local reports: the Conejo Valley.The Conejo Valley is an area that encompasses several cities, Agoura Hills,...
11/30/2011
As an MLO here in Los Angeles & Ventura counties, I have most certainly had my fair share of transactions that got derailed because of a low appraisal.  However, a low appraisal doesn't necessarily have to be a deal-breaker. If the property is truly priced right and you have supporting documenta...
11/29/2011