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Dale Junta, Broker, has been the dedicated and inspiring individual behind the success of The Mortgage Group, based in Walnut Creek, CA.  TMG specializes in residential home loans, such as fixed home loans, adjustable home loans, home equity lines of credit, hard money loans, FHA/VA loans, reverse mortgages and commercal loans. The Mortgage Group has been in business for 20 plus years.  We  take pride in serving our communty with integrity.  This is the reason we have survived in the industry during the poor economy the past few years.  We are very proud of that. ...read more

On May 7, 2010, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed into law Senate Bill 183 (Lowenthal), a bill that will require the placement of carbon monoxide detectors in all California dwelling units. The bill also requires that the presence or absence of these devices must be disclosed when residential real estate is transferred.   SB 183 was introduced in February of this year. It was prompted by Senate hearings a few years ago that dealt with the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. According to the American Medical Association, carbon monoxide poisoning is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in the United States.The California Air Resources Board has determined that 30 - 40 "avoidable deaths", on average, occur in California each year due to unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. Additionally, this is the cause of 175 - 700 "avoidable" emergency room visits and hospitalizations in the state.    This bill deals with existing housing. (New construction standards are set by state agencies.) It covers every "dwelling unit intended for human occupancy" which means single-family housing, factory-built homes, condominiums, motels, hotels, dormitories, and dwelling units in "multiple-unit dwelling unit buildings" (apartment houses). It applies to every dwelling unit that has "a fossil fuel burning heater or appliance, fireplace, or an attached garage". "Fossil fuel" means "coal, kerosene, oil, wood, fuel gases, and other petroleum or hydrocarbon products, which emit carbon monoxide as a byproduct of combustion." In other words, unless you live in an all-electric home with a detached garage and you don't use a hibachi, you are covered by this law.     The bill requires that such dwelling units will have to have installed a "carbon monoxide device" that is designed to detect carbon monoxide and produce a "distinct, audible alarm." The device may be battery-powered, a plug in, or hard-wired with a battery backup. It may be combined with a smoke detector, but, if it is, it must emit "an alarm or voice warning in a manner that clearly differentiates between a carbon monoxide alarm warning and a smoke detector warning."   The devices must be ones that have been certified by the State Fire Marshall. The bill imposes a requirement on the State Fire Marshall to certify and approve both the devices and their instructions. It will then be illegal to sell detectors that have not met the Fire Marshall's certification requirements.      The devices must be installed, consistent with new construction standards or according to the approved instructions, in all existing single-family dwelling units no later than July 1, 2011. All other dwelling units (such as apartments) must have proper carbon monoxide detectors no later than January 1, 2013.   As noted, the bill also creates disclosure requirements with respect to carbon monoxide detectors. Currently, sellers of residential properties in California must provide the buyer with a state-mandated form known as the Real Estate Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS). The TDS requires the seller to answer a variety of inquiries as to features of the property. SB 183 amends the TDS so that, effective January 1, 2011, the seller will have to say whether or not the property contains one or more carbon monoxide detectors. It is important to note that, even if the answer is "no", that will not invalidate the sale or transfer of the property. In this respect, the question regarding carbon monoxide detectors is similar to a current question regarding automatic garage-door reversing devices. A footnote explains that the lack of such a device may fail to meet current safety standards. Nonetheless, a transfer of the property may still take place.     The senate bill analysis observed the following: "CO [carbon monoxide] devices are available ranging in price from $20 to $90 and can be purchased in hardware stores or on the Internet.   There has been many discussions and controversy regarding this issue with Realtors during the Real Estate transaction. Under the Standards of Practice of ( CREIA ) California Real Estate Inspection Association and ( ASHI ) American Society of Home Inspectors, Home Inspectors are not required to test smoke / carbon monoxide detectors.    Alarms that are tested using the test button or use a spray tester are only testing the horn and battery and clogging sensors - not the internal sensor unit therefore giving a false test.   As part of good Risk Management of the transaction, it is recommended that NEW Photoelectric Carbon Monoxide / Smoke detectors be installed at appropriate locations in the properly in compliance with SB 183 and the State Fire Marshall.      Tirso De Ubago,cio of Castle Rock Inspections of Walnut Creek California is a Member of Good Standing with ( CREIA ) California Real Estate Inspection Association and  (ASHI) American Society of Home Inspectors with extensive training in Health and Safety Courses with ( NFPA ) National Fire Protection Agency, California Code Compliance Training and is also a FHA Compliant Certified Inspector and a Provider of Real Estate Risk Management Seminars.   ©Tirso De Ubago,cio   Castle Rock Inspections.com   925-518-1124     Credentials: * FHA Compliant Certified Inspector  * ( ASHI ) American Society of Home Inspectors* ( ASHI ) American Society of Home Inspection Endorsed Training * Code Check California Code Compliance 2010 and 2011 Training * NFPA 73 - Electrical Inspection Code for Existing Dwellings Compliance Course * Pool Inspection Courses, Pool Construction Experience * ( ITA ) Inspection Training Associates Commercial Inspection Course   Member: * ( CCRIM ) Contra Costa Realtors in Motion  - * ( WCR ) Women's Council of Realtors   * ( NAHREP ) National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals * ( CCAR ) Contra Costa Association of Realtors * ( DAR ) Delta Association of Realtors * ( WCCAR ) West Conrta Costa Association of Realtors     Tirso De Ubago,cio  - 1-800-995-8242 - 925-518-1124 ...read more

Contact: Tirso De Ubago        Email: tirso@castlerockinspections.com Chief Inspection Officer Castle Rock Inspection Services, Inc. PO Box 3431 Walnut Creek CA 94598 1.800.995.8242 / 925.518.1124   Walnut Creek CA - Tirso De Ubago – Chief Inspection Officer for Castle Rock Inspection Services, Inc., I pleased to announce that Castle Rock Home Inspections is offering Thermal Imaging Inspections in conjunction with their Extended Home Inspection Service.   Thermal Infrared Inspection Survey can quickly identify problem areas that cannot be seen by the naked eye - eliminating destructive probing methods. Our infrared survey inspection will pinpoint not only hidden water leaks, current moisture damage but also energy loss due to poor insulation and electrical "hot spots", which reveal hidden problems that often cannot be detected in the course of a traditional visual inspection.   In today's market conditions were foreclosed and short sale transactions do not disclose the conditions of the property, an extended home inspection with thermal imaging inspection can have home buyers make an informed decision on the condition of the property prior the purchase.   De Ubago is a member good standing with ( ASHI ) American Society of Home Inspectors and ( CREIA ) California Real Estate Inspection Association and is also aFHA ( 203K ) Certified Compliant Inspector.     Castle Rock Inspections is based in Walnut Creek and also inspects Condos, Pools, Commercial Properties and services the entire San Francisco Bay Area – Contra Costa, Alameda, Solano, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Monterey, San Joaquin Counties and beyond.   Contact Tirso De Ubago atfor Castle Rock Inspection Services, Inc.,1.800-995-8242 or 925.518.1124 andtirso@castlerockinspections.comor visit:   http://www.castlerockinspections.com  #### ...read more

Contact: Tirso De Ubago        Email: tirso@castlerockinspections.com Chief Inspection Officer Castle Rock Inspection Services, Inc. PO Box 3431 Walnut Creek CA 94598 1.800.995.8242 / 925.518.1124   Walnut Creek CA - Tirso De Ubago – Chief Inspection Officer for Castle Rock Inspection Services, Inc., I pleased to announce that Castle Rock Home Inspections is offering Thermal Imaging Inspections in conjunction with their Extended Home Inspection Service.   Thermal Infrared Inspection Survey can quickly identify problem areas that cannot be seen by the naked eye - eliminating destructive probing methods. Our infrared survey inspection will pinpoint not only hidden water leaks, current moisture damage but also energy loss due to poor insulation and electrical "hot spots", which reveal hidden problems that often cannot be detected in the course of a traditional visual inspection.   In today's market conditions were foreclosed and short sale transactions do not disclose the conditions of the property, an extended home inspection with thermal imaging inspection can have home buyers make an informed decision on the condition of the property prior the purchase.   De Ubago is a member good standing with ( ASHI ) American Society of Home Inspectors and ( CREIA ) California Real Estate Inspection Association and is also a FHA ( 203K ) Certified Compliant Inspector.     Castle Rock Inspections is based in Walnut Creek and also inspects Condos, Pools, Commercial Properties and services the entire San Francisco Bay Area – Contra Costa, Alameda, Solano, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Monterey, San Joaquin Counties and beyond.   Contact Tirso De Ubago atfor Castle Rock Inspection Services, Inc.,1.800-995-8242 or 925.518.1124 andtirso@castlerockinspections.comor visit:   http://www.castlerockinspections.com  #### ...read more

Every Real Estate Agent, Mortgage Broker, Lawyer, CPA, Bail Bonds Professional, Escrow Officer, and Seller of Owner Financed Real Estate, should Have at least One what?  Well, lets 1st review a common need for each of the aforementioned professionals.   1. In some degree all these professionals either directly carry Notes secured by real estate or service clients who carry Notes secured by real estate. 2. Each of these professionals who carry real estate Notes due to the nature of their profession often would prefer not to do so.  Additionally those professions servicing clients who carry Notes often find that their clients prefer not to do so. So what should all of them have at least one of in their professional network?  A Note Finder.  Note Finders facilitate the sale of Notes secured by real estate.  They have Investors who are qualified and the connections that get you top dollar for your Notes quickly and securely.  For all professionals who can solve this one huge problem for either themselves or their clients, lots of new business and increased cash flow potentially follow. My company, the Conner Note Company, is a Note Finding company that can facilitate Note deals in Any State, for All types of real estate/mobile homes, commercial, residential, land, lots, business... my investors seek to purchase all of them. I'm proud to announce a recent partnership that allows me to facilitate ANY loan amount.  That's right.  No Loan amount is too Large! If you have a note you would like to sell I invite you to contact me, Tony Conner, directly at connernoteco@gmail.com  ...read more

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1. Have all utilities / electrical / gas / water / pilot lights of heating systems / water heater / gas stove - ranges turned on which will make the process go smoothly. ( Inspector does not turn on utilities and ignite pilot lights. ) 2. Have all light fixtures operating with bulbs in them! 3. All crawl and attic areas should be open and accessible with lights on. If an area is not accessible, please advise the Inspector at the beginning of the inspection! 4. Have HVAC systems cleaned and serviced prior to inspection. Install new filters or clean the washable types. 5. Have full access to HVAC sytems in garage or attic and access to water heaters.(Inspector does not move personal property) 6. Any slow drainage in plumbing fixtures should be cleaned or corrected prior to inspection! (In most cases drain cleaner will resolve the problem.) 7. All systems and appliances should be operable by using designated controls. All utilities like water, pilot lights of gas stoves and water heaters should be operational. "GFCI Outlets", etc... should be corrected prior to inspection. 8. Unlock all doorways and have garage door operator available. Remember security systems ARE NOT part of the inspection and should be deactivated during the inspection. 9. Have any obvious things like, "the gutters filled with leaves" cleaned prior to the inspection. 10. All pets, etc., should be restrained so the Inspector can freely move around the house. Call us for all your Home, Condo, Pool, Roof, Termite Inspections.. also do Appraisals..FREE ROOF Inspection with every Home Inspection Report Emailed Same Day*Realtors will save time, money and effort when a " Bank owned / Foreclosure " Inspection is done by Castle Rock Inspection Services, Inc. Call us for all your Home, Condo, Pool, Roof, Termite Inspections..We also do Appraisals.. FREE ROOFInspection with every Home Inspection Report Emailed Same Day*  Realtors will save time, money and effort when a " Foreclosure Inspection " is done by Castle Rock Inspection Services, Inc..We have conducted several hundred"Bank Owned / Foreclosure Inspections"in the Bay Area for Investors and Buyers and have seen unusual issues discovered compared to a traditional inspection.Call us for your " Foreclosure , Buyers, Sellers, Pre - Sale Inspections "Report E-mailed sameday* "Tirso De Ubago- Professional InspectorCastle Rock®Inspection Services, Inc.www.castlerockinspections.com1-800-995-8242925-518-1124                             925-938-2588We service the entire San Francisco Bay Area, Contra Costa, Solano, Alameda, San Joaquin, Santa Clara, Sacramento and surrounding areas.                                   ...read more

1. Have all utilities / electrical / gas / water / pilot lights of heating systems / water heater / gas stove - ranges turned on which will make the process go smoothly. ( Inspector does not turn on utilities and ignite pilot lights. ) 2. Have all light fixtures operating with bulbs in them!3. All crawl and attic areas should be open and accessible with lights on. If an area is not accessible, please advise the Inspector at the beginning of the inspection!4. Have HVAC systems cleaned and serviced prior to inspection. Install new filters or clean the washable types.5. Have full access to HVAC sytems in garage or attic and access to water heaters.(Inspector does not move personal property)6. Any slow drainage in plumbing fixtures should be cleaned or corrected prior to inspection! (In most cases drain cleaner will resolve the problem.)7. All systems and appliances should be operable by using designated controls. All utilities like water, pilot lights of gas stoves and water heaters should be operational. "GFCI Outlets", etc... should be corrected prior to inspection.8. Unlock all doorways and have garage door operator available. Remember security systems ARE NOT part of the inspection and should be deactivated during the inspection.9. Have any obvious things like, "the gutters filled with leaves" cleaned prior to the inspection.10. All pets, etc., should be restrained so the Inspector can freely move around the house. Call us for all your Home, Condo, Pool, Roof, Termite Inspections..We also do Appraisals.. FREE ROOFInspection with every Home Inspection Report Emailed Same Day*  Realtors will save time, money and effort when a " Foreclosure Inspection " is done by Castle Rock Inspection Services, Inc.We have conducted several hundred"Bank Owned / Foreclosure Inspections"in the Bay Area for Investors and Buyers and have seen unusual issues discovered compared to a traditional inspection.Call us for your " Foreclosure , Buyers, Sellers, Pre - Sale Inspections "Report E-mailed sameday* "Tirso De Ubago- Professional InspectorCastle Rock®Inspection Services, Inc.www.castlerockinspections.com1-800-995-8242925-518-1124                             925-938-2588We service the entire San Francisco Bay Area, Contra Costa, Solano, Alameda, San Joaquin, Santa Clara, Sacramento and surrounding areas.                                   ...read more