Do You Know Your Number? / Free Architectural Tour

Spring is here!

Your credit score can mean the difference between securing a historic low interest rate on a loan and being stuck in a higher tier. Great credit scores are the result of one thing—a stellar credit history.

More than 18% of consumers have near perfect FICO scores (800-850).* While it may seem difficult to reach this level, especially for the 15% of consumers in the lowest FICO range (300-549), it’s not impossible. The information I’m sending this month details the steps to take to begin improving your credit now. Page one gives the facts about credit, including the information that comprises your credit score. Page two offers three tips that will help you to improve your credit.

The Facts About Credit

Boost Your Score


Share this information with family and friends who wish to improve or protect their credit.


Architectural Tour:

Check out this link for information on a great architectural tour Free to the public. See what’s new in San Diego, get great ideas and enjoy a fun experience:

Tour Flyer

http://sdarchitecture.org/program/openhouse

*Source: MSN Money

Are you a chocoholic?

Happy Valentine’s Day!

If you’re like most Americans you have a sweet tooth for chocolate. But did you know that our favorite sweet treat began in Mexico and Central America as a bitter drink that symbolized life and fertility?

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, a holiday synonymous with chocolate, here are some fun facts about it. The first page provides a brief history of chocolate, from its beginnings as “bitter water” through its evolution as a delicious treat enjoyed by all. Page two describes the health benefits of chocolate. Access here:

If you’re wanting more Chocolate facts, check here:

Share this information with your chocolate-loving family and friends.

Check out my newest Listing by clicking on the Listings Tab.

“A goal is a dream with a deadline.” – Napoleon Hill

Happy New Year!

Now is the time to put your goals into action. The New Year is the perfect time to start pursuing the goals you’ve always wanted to achieve. Whether you want to get healthy, get out of debt or improve your relationships, boost your chances of success by setting realistic and measurable goals.

This month’s information is a goal-setting guide to help you get started. If you’re not convinced that you should set goals for 2019, one article outlines four benefits of setting goals that are sure to change your tune. The other shows you some Apps that could help you stay on track with your goals.

Benefits of Goal Setting!
Apps that Help!

Feel free to pass this information along to your family and friends to help them set their goals for 2019.

Check out the Listings Tab for a great opportunity in Point Loma, price just reduced. Please call me for more information.

Is now a good time to put your home on the market?

Happy Holidays,

Potential sellers may be hesitant to put their home on the market in the winter because of the misconception that it’s not an optimal time for selling. However, regardless of the time of year there are always buyers in the market for a new home. An advantage of selling in the winter is that you can stage your home to take advantage of the indoor warmth of the season.

If you’re interested in selling your home, please contact me to learn more about its value and our local market. Be sure to share this information with family or friends who may be thinking about putting their homes on the market.

To add to the Holiday cheer, here is a flyer on Holiday Light Displays around San Diego:

NEIGHBORHOODS HOLIDAY LIGHT DISPLAYS

From my family to yours:  Wishes for a happy, healthy and safe holiday season with your loved ones.

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

Hello and Happy Thanksgiving,

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: Pay It Forward  and Thanks!

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

Check out my newest Listing and please call me if you would like more information on this great property.

Rid Your Home of Common Household Pests

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 information linked below is 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 Link here: Pests!!   and here: Plants that Help Fight Pests

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

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 including 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.

Gadgets for your Car   and  Apps for your car

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

“Happiness is a form of courage.” -Holbrook Jackson

Happiness is more than a state of mind. It has an impact on your health, relationships, career, and perspective, and may even affect the way you handle the big and small challenges that pop up. The happiest people have developed the habits and relationships to live a full life.

 This month I’m talking about information that will help you live a happier life. The information is based on research conducted by Dan Buettner, who studied the secrets of the happiest cultures around the world.* Page one outlines five ways to boost your happiness level, from surrounding yourself with happy people to taking charge of your finances. Page two provides five benefits of happiness and a few tips to incorporate into your daily life. Decide to be happy and begin to live a better life today. Access here: HAPPINESS NOW!

For bonus material on “8 Ways To Reduce Stress” access here: STRESS-WHAT’S THAT!

Help your family and friends cultivate happy, healthy lives and share this information with them.

Give your yard a total makeover

Even if you don’t have plans to sell your house any time soon, a well-maintained yard can improve the value of your property by as much as 15%.*

Take advantage of the sunshine and the longer days to give your landscape a fresh look. The information I’m sending along this month will help you get started. Page one offers useful tips that are sure to make your yard the star of your neighborhood, while page two delves into a few new trends that you may want to incorporate into your current landscape.

Access here: Landscape Renovation!  and Go Organic!

Pass along this information to family and friends to help them renovate their landscapes and boost the curb appeal of their homes.

*Source: Realestate.com

Thinking of renovating?

Although many homeowners take on small renovation projects themselves, they often hire contractors to work on larger projects, including kitchen or bathroom overhauls and home additions. Regardless of the project, finding the right person for the job can be a challenge.

This month’s information includes tips to help you hire the right contractor for your next home renovation project. In addition to offering tips intended to help you narrow down your list of contractors, the piece also provides several questions to ask the contractors you’re considering as well as the crucial details that should be included on the agreement with your selected contractor. Although the piece focuses on hiring a contractor, the tips provide a basic outline of things to consider if you’re hiring any type of building professional or tradesperson for a home project.  Read here: The Right Contractor!  and more here: Use a Pro!

If you’re considering a home renovation, give me a call. I can refer you to reputable contractors and tradespeople in our local area or advise you on renovations that may increase your home’s value.