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By Todd & Devona Garrigus, Broker / REALTORS®
(Garrigus Real Estate)
SHORT SALE HOUSE REDLANDS CA If you are facing foreclosure and you can no longer afford your home, you may qualify for a Redlands CA Short Sale, even if you don't think you can or don't think your home can be sold in today's market. What is a Redlands CA Short Sale? A Redlands CA Short Sale, also known as a pre-foreclosure sale, is when you sell your Redlands home for less than the balance remaining on your mortgage. If your mortgage company agrees to a short sale, you can sell your Redlands CA home and pay off all (or a portion of) your mortgage balance with the proceeds. You may also be eligible for the government's Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives Program (HAFA) which offers incentives for sellers to complete a short sale. A Redlands CA Short Sale is an alternative to foreclo...
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By Todd & Devona Garrigus, Broker / REALTORS®
(Garrigus Real Estate)
SHORT SALE HOUSE REDLANDS CA We have created the Real Estate Short Sale Formula for under-water and distressed homeowners in Redlands, California. Redlands has many homes and families facing foreclosure, but they don't know if they would qualify for a short sale of their Redlands CA home to avoid complete financial devastation. What Does a Real Estate Short Sale Mean for Redlands CA Homeowners? The definition of a real estate short sale means that the Redlands CA house is about to be in foreclosure due to the default in payments of the mortgage. The owner of the Redlands home sells it for less than what they owe for the property. It is far better for their credit to sell it short than to lose the house to foreclosure. But Do I Qualify For a Redlands CA Short Sale? Everyone's situation i...
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By Todd & Devona Garrigus, Broker / REALTORS®
(Garrigus Real Estate)
SHORT SALE HOUSE YUCAIPA CA We have created the Real Estate Short Sale Formula for under-water and distressed homeowners in Yucaipa, California. Yucaipa has many homes and families facing foreclosure, but they don't know if they would qualify for a short sale of their Yucaipa CA home to avoid complete financial devastation. What Does a Real Estate Short Sale Mean for Yucaipa CA Homeowners? The definition of a real estate short sale means that the Yucaipa CA house is about to be in foreclosure due to the default in payments of the mortgage. The owner of the Yucaipa home sells it for less than what they owe for the property. It is far better for their credit to sell it short than to lose the house to foreclosure. But Do I Qualify For a Yucaipa CA Short Sale? Everyone's situation is unique...
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By Deborah Nance, Southern California , Reverse Mortgage Specialist
(Orange County, Corona, Riverside, Los Angeles)
Thank you for visiting. You must be looking for some information onReverse Mortgages. My name is Deborah Nance and I have worked exclusively as a Reverse Mortgage Specialist here in Redlands, the Pass and all over the Inland Empire. I hope you will take some time to look around the links provided and gather some practical information on this unique home loan. Then, I would love to meet with you to discuss whether or not a it is a solution for your needs. I’m a big fan of reverse mortgages BUT they are not always the best solution. There are really just two ways to get cash from your home. You could sell and move - or you could borrow against your home. If you move there are costs (commission & settlement fees). If you borrowed against your home, you again have costs AND now have to make...
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By Todd & Devona Garrigus, Broker / REALTORS®
(Garrigus Real Estate)
THREE IMPORTANT CRITERIA FOR FINDING THE RIGHT REDLANDS CA REAL ESTATE AGENTS / REDLANDS CA REALTORS® Finding the Right Redlands real estate agent can mean the difference in how much you sell your Redlands house or property for, how long it takes to sell it and whether or not it sells at all. Below are some important criteria to consider when selecting a real estate agent:   [REDLANDS REAL ESTATE SHORT SALE AGENTS/REALTORS®]   1. Make sure the real estate agent you select is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, and has full access to their local MLS (Multiple Listing Service). The REALTOR® designation means they take their profession seriously, and without access to the MLS they cannot market your Redlands CA home for sale to other real estate agents/REALTORS®.   2. Your n...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
  Sheriff’s Posse at the Desert Hills Outlet Mall   Last weekend there was a lot of traffic for the Labor Day holiday weekend sales at the Cabazon's Desert Hills Premium Outlet Mall.       The Riverside Sheriff’s Posse was there directing traffic, checking for Caifornia Handicap placards in cars, and keeping the peace. Usually the traffic is at a standstill but having the deputies there really keep traffic flowing nicely and made it safer. It was funny to see the posse in front of the designer stores too.   Desert Hills Premium Outlets- 130 Stores    48400 Seminole Drive Cabazon, CA 92230 (951) 849-6641 Click here for information Area Visitor InformationPalm Springs Desert Resorts Convention & Visitors Bureau (760) 770-9000Palm Springs Visitors Information Center (760) 778-8418 Palm Des...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
  What...... a Green Full Moon?   The other night I was outside taking pictures of the full moon. I was really surprised when I downloaded the pictures the following morning and found these pictures in my camera! Since I was shooting around the plants, I suspect the plants made the sky look green?   California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountain ranges and colorful desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you currently own. California has great opportunities to view Nature and Bird Watch...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
  Do Not Go Shopping and Leave your Dog in a HOT CAR   We read these headlines all the time and most of us abide by the rules knowing that it is morally wrong and that we could be charged with a crime for being negligent. But yesterday while shopping at Camarillo Outlet Mall, I came out of a store and another lady had just noticed that a big fluffy dog had been left in the car and only the front windows were down about 1" on both sides. The dog was already panting but did not look like it was in distress yet. The temperature was about 81 degrees outside so that is approx. 101 degrees or more inside the car which is not safe for a dog with a heavy coat of fur. I got so angry that anyone would be so stupid and just then a security guard came driving by and she alerted him to the situation...
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By Christina Sanchez Hood, #SiliconValleyHOODS | Inspired Living
Happy Labor Day!Another American Holiday that some may not know how it came to be.  According to Wikipedia, Labor day: “Celebrates achievements of workers and the labor movement. Labor Day traditionally marks the end of the summer recreational season in America. The following day often marks the beginning of autumn classes in primary and secondary schools.”Many believe the American Labor Day is based on the Canadian Labour Day festival that falls on the first Monday in September, although we do not have any conclusive evidence to determine the actual origins of the holiday.Oregon was the first state to observe the holiday in 1887.  It officially became a federal holiday in 1894.  Over the years, Labor Day has become a Retail Sale Day, much like Black Friday.  It also has become the holi...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
Addicted to Starbucks so Make Your Drinks at Home Now!   I have a confession to make here. I am addicted to Starbuck’s tea drinks and coffee. Yes, the sad truth is almost every day I stop in and meet a friend or client or I just go through the drive-thru and grab an iced tea to go.   Just recently, one of my clients was so excited that her short sale had closed that she dropped off a gift. It was so sweet of her to get me a gift bag full of Starbucks instant drinks and teas. I was so surprised to get the gift but also surprised to know that Starbucks sold these items.   Here is a picture of two of the items; the Iced Coffee and Carmel Iced Coffee. I already drank the Very Berry Hibiscus and Cool Lime tea drinks so I do not have pictures of their packages, I can attest they were wonderfu...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
Save Your Citrus Trees…Urgent Meeting Tuesday 28th, 2012   Last week, I did a post about the Asian Citrus Psyllid Insect that is infecting some citrus trees and killing them with the disease Huanglongbing. Officials are afraid that this insect may wipe out 40% of commercial and residential citrus trees in California. Since I wrote the post, Dept. of Food and Agriculture has set up a meeting for San Bernardino residents to assist them to get their trees sprayed and soil treated. Try to attend the meeting as our citrus trees in California are dying. Call the 800 number below and call if you have any questions or do not live in the area. Try to attend this special MEETING!   Click here at Alert What to do to Save your Citrus Trees to read my previous post. We need to eradicate this disease...
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HOMES FOR SALE IN REDLANDS CA   REDLANDS CA HOMES FOR SALE - SEARCH REDLANDS CA REAL ESTATE STANDARD SALES, SHORT SALES, FORECLOSURES & REOs FOR SALE Are you searching for homes and houses for sale in Redlands, California? Many websites and other home search options require sign-up or registration to search active and available homes for sale in Redlands CA. We Offer Another Option for Redlands CA Home Shoppers: We have access to all Southern California real estate active listings for sale, including all listings in the Redlands CA area, and we provide them free to anyone searching for a home in Redlands, California. No registration, no sign-ups, no requirements and no commitments. Access to our listings are completely free AND hassle-free. How To Access These FREE Redlands CA Listings:...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
Fireball in the Sky behind the Clouds Last night there were fluffy white clouds in the sky so when the sun went down it gave an amazing effect and looked like the clouds were on fire. It was absolutely beautiful and quite remarkable! Redlands is a lovely city. California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and spacious desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you currently own. California has great opportunities to view Nature and Bird Watching.Whatever your needs are, you will find it ...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
Hibiscus Plants...Beautiful and Healthy Too The hibiscus species is commonly known in tropical and subtropical places all over the world. In Hawaii, the flower is placed behind the ear showing if the person is available for marriage. In Mexico, the flower is made in a drink called Jamaican water. In the Caribbean, the flowers are used to make tea and jam. In Egypt and Sudan, the flowers are also used to make tea. In India, the red flowers and leaves are used to make a shampoo that cures dandruff and hair-fall. In South Korea and Malaysia, the Hibiscus is the national flower. In Polynesia, the bark of the plant is soaked and dried and then used to make grass skirts and wigs. The fruit inside the stem of the flower can be used as a natural diuretic. In the US, the showy plants are commonl...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
  We were at a party last week and it overlooks the canyon in South Redlands, CA. We were entertained by the salsa dancers at Cafe Sevilla’s Restaurant in Riverside, CA. Here are some pictures from the party. Enjoy!   These professional dancers were wonderful; 2 couples who danced for about 30 minutes and then taught willing couples at the party to dance. What a great party it was.       California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you cur...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
My, What Big Antlers You Have!        While in Alaska we saw this magnificent moose lift his head up from the fields below. We were traveling on the train heading to Mt.McKinley.   Alaska is such a great place to go and spend a vacation.   This was our third trip there. The hotels are wonderful, the train is fantastic, and the cruise ship buses make travel so easily. But best of all is the nature in Alaska. The scenery is beautiful and the wildlife is magnificent.   Have you ever been to Alaska?   California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inla...
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By Devona Garrigus, REALTOR® / Short Sale Specialist
(Garrigus Real Estate)
SHORT SALE REDLANDS CA REAL ESTATE SHORT SALE AGENTS - REDLANDS CA Times are tough, and many distressed homeowners in Redlands California are having trouble paying their mortgages every month. Are you one of them? Are you behind on your mortgage payments now? Are you in danger of missing a mortgage payment? Don't let foreclosure happen to you- explore the Redlands CA Short Sale Option instead, but don’t wait; the biggest killer of the short sale negotiation is waiting until it’s too late to process the short sale. You’re also going to want to hire the best Redlands CA Short Sale team in Southern California to help you with your difficult situation, at NO CHARGE TO YOU! We do not charge you for our real estate short sale services: we collect our commission from the bank’s proceeds. You p...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
Nature Road Trip from the Desert to the Beach This morning we decided to take a road trip. We left our home in the Valley and drove to Barstow.  From there we took the Mohave Desert Highway. The desert is stark but lovely. We were going to go looked for the endangered tortoises but decided to do that another day. I saw a lot of horses in the desert and many are wild. There are several companies who catch them and then adopt them out. Very big problem here.  Then we came to this lovely community in Kern County. There is lots of agricultural there and could see many cows and horses from the interstate. Cut across and found a lot of rolling hills and several lakes. This lake in LA County, Lake Hughes is so beautiful. Then we passed Magic Mountain and could even see the roller coasters movi...
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
Happy Birthday to Me..Stop by and say Hello Today is my birthday and I just wanted to post that I am so grateful for many blessings in my life. My Family Friends Work Colleagues Clients 3 Darling Dogs Good Health Real Estate Career Love for Photography and Nature ActiveRain and many good friends on the Rain- Great Friends Here! Just want to say "thanks" for all the support over the years and looking forward to the next 25+ years to come. I am grateful for the love of God. Life is good and I accredit God for all my many blessings in life.    
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By Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR, (909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
(Berkshire Hathaway California Realty)
  Ahoy...Ship is in Port Today we went to the Port of Los Angeles to see the recently renovated USS IOWA, the Naval Battleship that has been designated a floating museum. It was very exciting and I highly recommend it to all. It makes you feel very patriotic just knowing you are standing on the ship that traveled the seas for 50 years protecting our shores.       The ship was built in 1939 and commissioned in 1940. It served as an active battleship for 50 years. Three presidents stayed on board; George Bush Sr., Franklin D Roosevelt, and Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy. The ship was decommissioned in 1990.       We walked around and there were many military Veterans who volunteer their time to answer questions and escort us around the ship. We had a good time and it was not crowded at ...
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