Now that tax time has ended, it truly is a time to be happy.  Or is it?  As tax payers we need to watch closely and make sure our elected leaders are spending tax money wisely (AIG?).  We should also keep in mind that sometimes a politician's pet project might be putting someone to work which means more money into the economy and more of us sharing the tax burden.  Furthermore, if we are in a position to cut waste, such as reuse and recycle, we should do our part.  It's easy to blame the politicians for wasting precious tax dollars, but we should also take responsibility for being concious of our own personal wastefulness. Would that be a trickle up theory? ...read more

Start 2009 out right by getting organized with all your important papers.  From insurance documents to real estate documents to tax files, be able to find them easily with a good system.  Safely discard old documents with a crosscut shredder.  Perish the thought, but should we have another crisis such as the 2007 wildfires, you'll want your important papers safe from disaster or easy to retrieve in an emergency.  Now is the time to prepare for the worst, but we will always hope for the best in 2009.  God bless. ...read more

We hope you and yours enjoy a pleasant holiday season.  Please think of us if you have any notarial needs.  No job is too small or too large.  Last minute situation, no worries.  Give us a call anytime, perhaps we can help.  Take care and God bless. ...read more

NewsYouCanUse LowesRealtorBenefits.comJune 2007 1. Clean house!The first rule of moving is to get rid of unnecessary clutter before you go. That way, you won’t have to find a place for those rarely used items when you get to your new home. Host a garage sale or donate goods to a local charity.  2.Get organized.Two months before your move, keep track of all your mail and make a list of people, subscriptions, and organizations that should be notified. Contact the postal service to change your address. Don’t forget about your bank, your insurance agent, your doctor and your vet. 3. Cancel and re-order.Make another list that includes utilities such as telephone, gas, electric, water, cable and Internet access. Remember to contact your pest control, lawn care, window cleaning and other services to let them know about your move. Proper planning insures that you won’t be paying for services you’re not using! 4. Be "mover friendly".If you’re using a professional moving company, make yourself available to answer questions on both ends of the move – loading and unloading. Review the home inventory paperwork and make sure the driver has your contact information and details of your delivery. 5. Be safe.Whether you’re hiring professionals or doing it yourself, remove all rugs, low hanging items and tripping hazards. Keep walkways clear at all times. Arrange for someone to take care of your children and pets while everything is being packed and loaded onto the moving truck. 6. Know what you’re packing.Label boxes in detail, including contents and the room in which they belong. This will save time and questions for you and your movers. Pack essentials like a change of clothes, snacks, and the coffee maker and take them with you. 6. Know what you’re packing.Label boxes in detail, including contents and the room in which they belong. This will save time and questions for you and your movers. Pack essentials like a change of clothes, snacks, and the coffee maker and take them with you. 6. Know what you’re packing.Label boxes in detail, including contents and the room in which they belong. This will save time and questions for you and your movers. Pack essentials like a change of clothes, snacks, and the coffee maker and take them with you. 7. Know what NOT to pack.Charcoal lighter fluid, pesticides and paint thinner are a few of the items that professional moving companies won’t touch. Make arrangements to transport these items or leave them with a neighbor. Valuables such as cash, jewelry and important documents should stay with you or be shipped via trackable shipping service. 8. Check and Double Check.Before the moving van leaves, make sure everything is loaded or unloaded, for both ends of your move. Check the attic, basement, closets, and garage for things you may have forgotten. If something is damaged during the move, notify your moving company immediately and take photographs of the damaged item. 9. Keep smiling!Moving can be manageable, with the right attitude and thoughtful preparation. It will all be over soon -- and you’ll have days, weeks or even months (!) to unpack at your leisure. Throw yourself a "welcome home to your new home" party and meet your new neighbors. © 2007 by Lowe’s®. All rights reserved. Lowe’s and the gable design are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. ...read more

   One Source Realty GMAC of Rancho Bernardo has merged with Coldwell Banker Residential. Instead of Just one great company there are two. We will accomplish more than ever before. We still have our great Manager Jason Ficken and all our staff. I will miss the giving nature of One Source. Hopefully we will be able to combine the best of both worlds.  Here is an article writen by NRT Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Acquires One Source Realty in San DiegoUnion Strengthens Company's Presence in Core MarketsSAN DIEGO - June 20, 2007Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Greater San Diego, Temecula Valley and the Desert Regions today announced it has acquired the assets of Seaman Real Estate Services, Inc. that operates as One Source Realty in San Diego. Additionally, the assets of the company's related escrow company, San Diego Escrow, will be acquired by NRT Incorporated, the parent company of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.One Source Realty is owned by Gregg C. Seaman, president, and Jeanine Seaman, vice president, and includes more than 200 sales associates in three offices in Mission Valley, El Cajon and Rancho Bernardo. The company accounted for approximately $725 million in closed sales volume over the past year.With this acquisition, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage now has 38 offices located throughout San Diego and Riverside counties and 2,000 sales associates. Last year, the company was responsible for more than $5.8 billion in closed sales volume."This is an excellent opportunity to expand in the core residential markets of central San Diego, East County and the Route I-15 corridor," said Rick Hoffman, president of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Greater San Diego, Temecula Valley and the Desert Regions. "We are also pleased to announce that Gregg Seaman will remain with our team and take the position of senior real estate sales and operations advisor, helping ensure a smooth integration of the two firms.""One Source Realty has been providing real estate services in the greater San Diego area since 1986," said Gregg Seaman. "I am very confident that combining our efforts under the well-known and well-respected Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage name will enable our agents and staff to continue to provide unparalleled real estate services to our clients." ...read more

Here are some pictures of downtownVistaat our annual Christmas parade. It was a day filled with fun and adventure for the whole community. I too was in the Vista parade years ago and its memories like this that makeVistaa great place to live. Coldwell Banker is located in the beautifulVistaVillage. I would be more than happy to assists anyonewith their real estate needs. I am very proud to be apart of Coldwell Banker they offer allin-house services. Once acustomer always acustomer...wecall itaclientforlife.    ...read more

Here are some pictures of downtown Vista Here are some pictures of downtown Vista ...read more

My business is a big part of my life, and it's good to give back. Every year we donate items to numerous charitable events, including [insert names]. Also, we sponsor the [local little league team, or other team]. Finally, we're very active at our local [school, church, etc.], providing volunteer time and attending meetings. With a local business, it's important to not just serve the community, you should be part of the community as well! ...read more