Category Archives: Insightful Information

A variety of information you may find helpful from setting goals to mobile devices.

Increase your property’s resale value by as much as 14%!

Hi again,

Summertime is a great time to enjoy the outdoors. In addition to providing hours of enjoyment, your landscaping may also add up to 14% to the resale value of your home.*

Whether you’re thinking of updating your landscape before you list your home or you just want to do something new, the information here will help you improve your outdoor spaces with the help of the latest design trends. These tips could improve the look of your yard, make it more livable, reduce its overall maintenance and may even improve your health. You can access it here:

Top 3 Landscaping Tips
Landscape Your Property to Sell

Pass this information on to your family and friends to help them boost the look and feel of their landscapes, too.

Also, check out my latest exciting listings. You can find more information here on my blog, or call me and I’ll be happy to provide you with the details.

*Source: American Society of Landscape Architects

Getting Ready to Move in 2019?

Hello again,

Spring has traditionally been one of the busiest times of year for the property market. The winter thaw not only prompts flowers and trees to blossom, it also brings buyers out of the woodwork in search of a new home. Buyers have the advantage of looking at a property when it’s at its best and the weather is most cooperative.

Information that buyers and sellers should keep in mind if they’re thinking of getting into the market are included here. Page one focuses on five tips for buyers who are looking to buy a home of their own or upgrade to a home that better fits their needs. Page two offers tips for sellers who are thinking of putting their homes on the market. The second link offers tips to help make moving a breeze.

Tips for Buyers & Sellers
Moving Help!

If you’re thinking of buying or selling, please contact me for more information about our local market and the real estate process. And, if you know anyone who is in the market to buy or sell, share this information with them to help them get started. Remember, I’m never too busy for your referrals and would be happy to discuss their options with them.

Are you thinking about renovating your home?

Spring is here!

Home renovations and Additional Dwelling Units are growing more popular than ever as many owners seek to maintain their investments or improve the resale value of their homes before they sell.

If you’re planning to remodel your home this year, the information this month will help you get the most out of it, regardless of the scale. Page one reveals the three renovations that will provide the biggest return on investment, while page two provides tips to help you establish a budget for your home renovation, whether you’re planning a full remodel or a minor update.

Remodeling Ideas

Share this information with family and friends who may be thinking about a home improvement project this year.

For some additional information on how to avoid DIY mistakes, click here:

Avoiding Disasters!

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.

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“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

“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