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Some Days are easier than others, there are positive  explanations we might just not know why...Today was a relaxing and easy day for me when it comes to Real Estate. The stars were in line  to give me an easy day. So, what did I do? Very little if you asked me… The noise and the chatter around me were muted by my classical radio station that I have been listening to 24/7 for decades.Yesterday I went shopping for great food. Diane asked what do I want to do for dinner? She was prepared to take me out, meaning that she would cook.I heard horror stories about upscale restaurants being understaffed and over worked. Translation mediocre to lousy service, average food, and expensive prices. Hence, I opted not to do that, instead I wanted to stay home and make our own meal.Keep in mind, mothe... 10/16/2021

View of New Homes Rancho Palos Verdes Near Terranea  When you volunteer with a drama program that goes above and beyond with costumes, set design and lighting (even if you can just sew a straight line and flap a paint brush only arguably better than a high school student), you run short on time to do a highly detailed video. Some of you may appreciate a break from the talking. I know I do. Questions on mock trial, drama or real estate? Hit me: Lisa Delzompo Sand to Sea Properties, Inc. CA DRE #01379811, 01799041 (951)704-4559 lisa@sand2sea.us 10/16/2021

I really don’t know why. Somehow, people keep coming to me asking for coaching advice – even though I haven’t advertised myself as a coaching service in some time. And I am sad to see what I find when I talk to these folks. Some are paying either fees or a split of commission for training. Some are paying up to $1,000 per month for coaching. Here is what is sad. These agents have been giving written material on what to say and yet no actual training on how to say those words and even more the reasons those words are there in the first place. Many of us know that communication is 7% words, 38% tonality and 55% body language. And in a phone conversation, there is no body language and so tonality becomes over 80% of what is communicated. These agents are paying hundreds or thousands of the... 10/16/2021

Here are the latest and always up to date homes for sale Carefree Arizona near Scottsdale. Carefree is a cool and laid back town. As an example see the photo of the Carefree Sundial in the shopping district (https://visitcarefree.com/) Read on... Looking to move to Carefree, Arizona? A town with great street names like Ho-Hum Road and  Easy Street and awesome views and vistas. See homes for sale in Carefree.   Latest Homes For Sale in Carefree Arizona  Homes for sale in Carefree see link for a FULL PAGE view and create your own FREE MLS SEARCH PORTAL in Arizona Bordering Carefree is Scottsdale, Arizona which is constantly selected by independent reviews as one of the best cities to live in the US. Characterized by great weather, sunsets, mountain views, "foodie" city, resort hotels, gol... 10/16/2021

On October 11, 2021, Realtor.com reported that in Tujunga, California median list price was $769,000 in September of 2021 gained from $749,900 in August of 2021, and rose 12.0% from $680,000 in September of 2020. While, median sales price for a home and a condo was $795,000 in September of 2021, down 1.0% from September of 2020 in Tujunga, California.Houses stayed 50.00 days in the market in September of 2021 up from 46.00 days in August of 2021, and declined from 56.00 days in September of 2020 in Tujunga, California.The median listing price per square foot of a home and a condo was $529.00 in September of 2021 lower from $534.00 in August of 2021, but increased 5.0% from $501.00 in September of 2010 in Tujunga, California.For complete more detailed information about Realtor.com’s late... 10/16/2021

Carlsbad Village Street Faire ~ November 7, 2021 After being canceled in 2020 due to COVID, one of the area’s favorite arts and crafts fairs returns to Carlsbad Village on Sunday November 7th. The fair is sponsored by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. The Carlsbad Village Street Faire is supposedly the largest outdoor 1-day fair in the US. Held annually in the spring and fall, the fair will run from 8 am until 4 pm. The Carlsbad Village Street Faire is held in the heart of the Village, along Grand Avenue from Carlsbad Boulevard to Jefferson. Because of the size the fair also spills over onto side streets including State Street. You’ll see signs warning everyone about this upcoming special event, since much of the parking on these streets will not be available due to the fair. (photo fro... 10/16/2021

What’s My Cheshire CT Home Worth, Market Statistics for September 2021 Currently in Cheshire CT there are 37 active residential listings for sale. They range from a 1,176 square ft, 4-bedroom cape listed at $215,000 to a 5,025 square ft, 4-bedroom colonial listed at $1,350,000. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Cheshire CT is $577,630. The average days on market for these homes is 76 days. For the month of September, there were 8 new homes listed for sale in Cheshire CT.  Search for Homes in Cheshire CT There are currently 83 homes under contract in Cheshire CT, 29 of which went under contract in September. The average list price for the homes under contract is $533,762 with average days on market of 49 days.  In September 2021, 33 homes closed in Chesh... 10/16/2021

Are you thinking about how to invest in Barcelona from abroad? This excellent tourist town is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Spain. And it's easy to see why it is a popular destination for tourists. There are many fantastic investment properties here which make it an exciting option for first time investors.Why Customers are Much Attracted in Barcelona?Situated in the middle of the country's Costa del Sol, Barcelona has much to offer to tourists. Click here to get more! It is the capital of Spain's autonomous region, which is well connected to other major cities by train, air and road. And like other great Spanish cities, it also has a good blend of modern and traditional feel. The city's old and new neighborhoods are a lot of fun for tourists and locals alike. The vibr... 10/16/2021

Valley Center California The Best Place To LiveAre you considering Valley Center CA? Check out this guide on Valley Center fast facts and why you'll want to call this beautiful area home.San Diego County's population currently stands at 3.34 million.If you're interested in adding to that number, you might be wondering about the best neighborhood to buy in. There are many towns and cities across the county, each with something different to offer.Among all of these, Valley Center stands out for a number of reasons.Read on to learn more about this beautiful area, and why buying property here is a great idea.Why Valley Center? It is more sparsely populated than many other areas in San Diego County. This makes it a great option for those looking to escape the busy atmosphere of city life whi... 10/16/2021

I've been a little haunted recently about NOT commenting on a post.  A local seller, who listed his home on the water after some recent flash flooding and his boathouse washing away from the shore off his dock.  There's a lot I want to say, but instead I've just biting the inside of my house and feeling an ulcer brewing in my gut.After reading his sad post about not being able to afford to rebuild his boathouse after it washed away and the comment thread that followed I feel the need to address a couple of things. One.... boathouses.  Two.... the comment that suggested he should have sold without an agent and "saved" money. First: the the love God and all that is holy do NOT let an unlicensed person build your boathouse.  I'm also NOT talking about a business license that any yahoo can ... 10/16/2021

Fountain City is located in northern Knoxville. It includes zip codes 37918 and 37912. When Fountain City was annexed into Knoxville in 1962, it was at the time the largest unincorporated community in the United States. Today Fountain City continues to expand. We have a listing in a newly created community there.Check out this 3D Home Tour .And take a look at this video of the home .This like new Fountain City Southeast-facing home backs up to the woods and is perfectly situated in a cul-de-sac. Built by D.R. Horton in 2019, you will feel secure with the modern mechanical systems. The 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 modern baths create comfort for you and your loved ones. The open concept modern kitchen makes cooking fun, and it blends perfectly into the living room. If you add a door to th... 10/16/2021

September 2021 Solds in The Mountain ClubVisit our Mountain Club website page for links to the listings below! Contact The Simon Westfall-Kwong Real Estate Group Mountain Club Expert, Fabio Nieto at 973-713-6492 for more information.  The Mountain Club Condominium complex is set high up on the hill right off Route 10 East with views of the city. The complex includes 50 residential buildings that consist of a total of 702 dwelling units. There are one and two-bedroom units available throughout the community.  With low taxes and HOA fees, residents get to enjoy several amenities such as a community pool, tennis court, clubhouse, fitness room, and on-site management team. If convenience is important to you then look no more! The Mountain Club is convenient to all major highways (Routes. 10... 10/16/2021

September 2021 Solds in Madison Common:Visit our Madison Common website page to see the listings for these properties! We also have all the floor plans!Built in the mid-1980's and situated around a 3 acre lake which adds a serene, resort-like setting to The Madison Common - a friendly community of 208 townhomes.  This beautiful and affluent Madison townhome community offers a landscape that is both lovely and mature and affords each homeowner maximum privacy.  An on-site manager at Madison Common makes certain the grounds and amenities are impeccably maintained. There are tennis courts, an outdoor pool and a clubhouse with party room and fitness room for the exclusive use of Madison Common residents and their guests.Pets are allowed and welcome in The Madison Common and the townhomes we... 10/16/2021

September 2021 Solds in Moore Estate:Visit our Moore Estate website page to see the listings for these properties! Contact The Simon Westfall-Kwong Real Estate Group Moore Estate Expert, Tracy Biebelberg at 908-510-9593 for more information. There are approximately 250 homes in the Moore Estate populated with people of all ages, from young professionals to retirees and everything in between. The Moore Estate enjoys a unique and delightful pastoral setting adjacent to Loantaka Park with more than 570 acres of parkland, nearly five miles of trails for biking, running, walking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing; 3 ballfields; and a scenic pond. There is a beautiful clubhouse with a spacious party or meeting room and catering kitchen for use by Moore Estate residents. The recently e... 10/16/2021

Sold and Closed! 1159 Steins Drive, 88012This is a well-cared-for, one-owner home with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1753 Sq.Ft of living space. Enter this split-plan home and find the first guest bedroom (or very functional home office or hobby room) to the left. Then find the great room, dining area, and kitchen. All kitchen appliances convey. Then you'll find a guest bathroom, 2 other guest bedrooms, and the owner's suite with a walk-in closet and dual vanity. You will also find a laundry room and the washer and dryer both convey. Also find a 2-car garage and spacious backyard. 10/16/2021

September 2021 Solds in Sutton Woods:Visit our Sutton Woods website page to see the listings for these properties! We also have all the floor plans!Contact The Simon Westfall-Kwong Real Estate Group Sutton Woods Expert, Nathalie Lissinna at 908-656-1747 for more information.  Sutton Woods is a condo community of approximately 300 homes, most of which offer townhouse-style living. Conveniently located in a pastoral setting in Chatham Township, Sutton Woods Condos are on the border of Summit NJ. There are approximately 300 condos in Sutton Woods populated with people of all ages - from young professionals to retirees. All enjoy the pastoral setting and the outdoor recreational facilities such as walking paths, outdoor swimming pool with sundeck and the tennis & paddle courts. The grounds ... 10/16/2021

 Elkhorn Ranch is located South of E. County Line Road and East of Delbert Road and homeowners enjoy 5 acre lots.   Lennar built many homes in Elkhorn Ranch, and now you will see some custom builders also.  You will find ranch and two-story homes with 2,178 square feet to 6,173 total finished square feet, with homes having 3-6 bedrooms and 3+ car garages.   Some homes have outbuildings for additional car storage or workshops.  Many of the homes have great views of the mountains. Homes began building in Elkhorn Ranch in 2004 and you will find some new homes currently being built.   You will find many deer, some elk, and small critters in the area.   It is quiet and peaceful!   This community is still close proximity to Aurora and Parker for retail shopping, dining, and Parker Adventist H... 10/16/2021

Building Permit Submission Change, Montgomery County, MarylandThe Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services will require permit applications and construction plans for residential and commercial buildings to be submitted electronically beginning Monday, Oct. 18.In order to expedite and simplify the permitting process, the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) will require permit applications and construction plans for residential and commercial buildings to be submitted electronically beginning Monday, Oct. 18.Applications for residential and commercial building permits should be submitted via the DPS website by selecting the “Apply and ePay link.” The DPS website provides information on requirements and fees associated with all permit types.“Residential Fa... 10/16/2021

What’s a Plant Ledge?Sometimes, the purpose of features in your home isn’t quite apparent. This can lead to you having an “a-ha!” moment later when the purpose of a seemingly quirky home feature becomes apparent. With some features, though, that moment can take a while to arrive. One feature that might not seem to have a real purpose, if you aren’t already aware of what it’s for, is a plant ledge.Plant ledges were pretty popular in the mid 90s and early 2000s, so homes built or remodeled around this time are likely to have these random high ledges in rooms that may not seem that practical at first glance. You can probably guess to at least some of the purpose from their names, but plant ledges can be used for a number of things. Given that plant shelves and similar storage options are c... 10/16/2021

ADU Q/A: Questions About Accessory Dwelling Units? We Have Answers. Not a day goes by whence we are not receiving myriad inquiries about BACKYARD HOMES. So we've decided to roll out with the very first ever ADU Q/A  Whether it's trying to decide on a site built vs a factory built option, the proper size, architectural style, floor plan, location, site development and preparation, utilities, permit process and most importantly how to pay for it, the ADU Q/A will be here for you every Monday from 12-1 starting November 3rd. So bring your brown bag, a bev and any/all questions you have about your BACKYARD HOME project. You can also submit your questions, topics, ideas and suggestions in advance on the comment window when you sign up to attend. Our roll out ADU Q/A  will focus on the basic... 10/16/2021