Tuesday, September 30, 2014

*Body of missing real estate agent (Beverly Carter-Arkansas) found in shallow grave*

*** It is a very sad day & my prayers go out to her family *** Agents do have a bit higher risks than some other professions and is not realized by most people. To all Real Estate Agents out there ~ PLEASE, PLEASE, do your due diligence and have an out. Sometimes we forget the risks we take when showing a home to a "New Client" or holding an "Open House" *** May God Help her family through their loss ***

Monday, September 29, 2014

BIRTHDAY GIRL

*********** Hi Folks ... Pet Day!~! ~~ It is Maggie's Birthday Today! She came to us literally off the street. We tried to find her owner but that was unsuccessful. .... So, we are celebrating her 2nd Birthday with us. **Daisy celebrated too but was not fond of the Birthday Hat !!! They will also celebrate with a special treat tonight. Tee Hee !~!

WHAT IS YOUR REASON ???

************** FIVE TOP REASONS ***************

Sunday, September 28, 2014

TELL A FRIEND

***** ANOTHER PEEK AT MY LISTING IN CHINO HILLS ***** ???? = 909.910.2481 ***** MLS LINK: http://mrmlsmatrix.com/DE.asp?k=973925X4J9N&p=DE-228058908-535 **** COPY & PASTE

Saturday, September 27, 2014

WHAT DOES 1 HOME PURCHASE DO?

**** A Purchase of a Home DOES Stimulate our Local & National Economy *** Think how many Jobs are created just by 1 purchase, from a Handyman's Repair, a Painter's Work, Gardener's prep, a Termite Report, Escrow Process, Title Insurance, Homeowners Insurance, Loan Approval, Appraisal Report, Home Inspection Report, just to name a few! ***** Ready to help stimulate the economy??? **** Cj @ 909.910.2481

Friday, September 26, 2014

UP~UP~UP~

***** Hi Folks .... Yes, rents have been going up, up, up. Many times what you pay for monthly rent can equal a Mortgage Payment. There are many times that personal factors demand that renting is your NEED for now, but I have HELPED many clients that did not REALIZE they really were in a great position to purchase. It is a very quick process to complete & then YOU have the option to choose!!! Also I can provide assistance in the preparation for a Future Purchase. Interested ???? = 909/910.2481 = CJ ******

Thursday, September 25, 2014

NEW TO THE MARKET

~~~ STOP EVERYTHING ~~~~ Nice & Charming Upgraded 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,721 sf Home which is close to Shopping, Schools, Entertainment, Churches ... All your Needs . This Home is a Desirable Single Story in Chino Hills, on a Cul-de-Sac with RV Parking on Both sides of Property, WOW !~!~! Other Features include an open floor plan with vaulted ceiling, Backyard shows pride of ownership with a pool and spa. This home has so many extras hard to list them all. ************* INTERESTED & NEED MORE INFORMATION ~~~~ CALL ME @ 909/ 910-2481 *********** CJ

TURN TO A PROFESSIONAL=909-910-2481

***** THERE IS PROVEN VALUE IN THE KNOWLEDGE OF A PROFESSIONAL REALTOR ******

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

THIS IS MY GOAL !

**** 6 Things Homebuyers Should Avoid Once They are Pre-Approved for a Mortgage**** You have done the hard part in the home-buying process and chosen a lender and a real estate agent to work with. You have also gone out and found the home of your dreams! Best of all, your team has done a great job of negotiating the best deal for you. Now, as a buyer, all you have to do is sit back and wait for your loan to close … right? Wrong!! Getting a home loan these days is a very interactive process. I am always amazed by how many clients I work with who come to me unaware of all the pitfalls they face during the loan process. To help avoid any surprises while waiting for final approval, I provide my clients with a short list of "do's and don'ts" to follow. Let's start with the "do's" ... 1. Do keep the process moving by responding to your loan officers' requests for documentation as soon as possible. 2. Do make decisions as soon as is reasonably possible. 3. Do convey questions or concerns you 4. Do continue to make all of your rent or mortgage payments on time. 5. Do stay current on all other existing accounts. 6. Do continue to work your normal work schedule with no unplanned time off. 7. Do continue to use your credit as normal. 8. Do be prepared to explain any large deposits in your bank accounts. 9. Do enjoy purchasing your home but remain objective throughout the process to help make decisions that are best for you. After you have been pre-approved for your mortgage you will want to refrain from the following... 1. Do not make any major purchases (car, boat, jewelry, furniture, appliances, etc.). 2. Do not apply for any new credit (even if it says you are pre-approved or "xxx days same as cash"). 3. Do not pay off charges or collections (unless directed by your loan officer to do so). 4. Do not make any changes to your credit profile. 5. Do not change bank accounts. 6. Do not make unusual deposits into your bank accounts or move money around from one account to another. Follow these simple rules and you will help to make your loan closing as smooth and hassle-free as possible! Good luck! Barbara Mooers

Tuesday, September 23, 2014

At Marc & Emily's Wedding Reception

*** AN UPDATE: *** Hi Folks ... My Brother-in-Law caught us having some Fun at my Nephew's Wedding Reception ... Marc & Emily are on their honeymoon in Alberta Canada

Monday, September 22, 2014

YES ~ DID YOU KNOW

Hello Folks ... Hope your weekend was good ** Well, did you know that a home with unattended "fixes" can decrease your proceeds when selling? Many times these "fixes" are fairly simple & not costly repairs but with those repairs being completed can boost your final selling price! Call me if you are getting ready to Sell & need some suggestions *** 909.910.2481

Friday, September 19, 2014

~~ COMING SOON TO THE MARKET IN CHINO HILLS ! ~~

Well Folks *** My New Listing will "Hit" the Market in the next couple of weeks ** This is a little bit of a Preview *** Located at the End of a Cul-de-Sac in Desirable Summit Ranch, Chino Hills, Ca. *** It is a Nice 4-Bd with 3 Full Baths; over 2,193 sf (Sellers) & a Lot that is 13,500 sf. *** Seller is preparing the Home for Showing ********* STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS TO COME !~! *********

DON'T DROP THE BALL!

Oh Folks **** DON'T TRY JUGGLING A SALE OR PURCHASE BY YOURSELF *** Call for Help ** 909/910.2481

Thursday, September 18, 2014

~ ME & BOBBY MCGEE ~

*** Hi Folks ... Here is a couple more photos from last weekend *** We all met at the Silver Peso in Larkspur the night before the wedding. The group pictures is my oldest Nephew,Geoff (Black T-Shirt),The Groom (Marc), Renee ( Geoff's Wife) & Jason family friend! *** The Silver Peso was a Blacksmith's Shop prior to 1909 and in the last photo is (I was told) Janis Joplin's Piano *** There were a lot of books on it ****

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

OPEN HOUSE IN CHINO HILLS ON SUNDAY !!! COME ON BY ~ 909/910.2481

*** OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAY AT 1 PM (9/21) *** *** 3417 ALTURA AVE., CHINO HILLS, CA 91709 *** This is a 3-Bd /2-FULL BATH HOME; Single Story with many upgrades, new tile roof and a Huge 20,000 sf lot; Space for your RV & then some!~! ~~~~ Come for a peek on Sunday! ~~~~

OPEN ON SATURDAY-COME BY & TAKE A PEEK ! 909/910.2481

*** OPEN HOUSE : Saturday 1 PM *** 586 Topside Pl. Diamond Bar, 91765 *** 4-Bd/ 3-Bath; Corner Lot; Single Story with Pool & Spa along with lots of Upgrades; COME BY A TAKE A PEEK ! LISTED @ $649,000.

WHAT WOULD BE YOUR REASON????

THINKING OF MOVING ***** HELP IS WAITING TO ASSIST YOU AT 909/910.2481 *****

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Good Trip Though !

Hi Folks .... Here is my husband & myself after we arrived in Corta Madera which is above (across the bay) San Francisco. We were up at about 4:15 AM & left Chino Hills at about 5:15 AM. We reached our destination about 1:00 PM in the afternoon (that was with a breakfast break that took an hour for service & eating, ugh) ** We really needed a break! ** My Son & Daughter-in-Law, I think, slept the whole way. Tee Hee *** Heck of a note ****

THIS IS MY PASSION~WHAT IS YOURS ??

Hi Folks ... I love what I do for a living. It is a necessity for everyone to have a roof over their head ... A place they can call home! It gives me great satisfaction when I Help Families achieve their goals! All in a days work **** Buy ~ Sell ~ Lease ~ 909/ 910-2481

Monday, September 15, 2014

My Nephew & Niece-In-Law were married in this little church on Saturday !

This is "Old St. Mary's" Catholic Church (circa 1867) **** I can't get enough of history like this ... Love It !!!!

This was a Happy, Happy Weekend!!!

Hi Folks *** I wanted to share my nephew's wedding pictures. They were married on Saturday in Northern California above San Francisco in "Old St. Mary's" Catholic Church, which was built in 1867. It was WONDERFUL !~! Congratulation to Marc & Emily. Your Uncle & Aunt wish you all the happiness that life can bring. We Love You!!!!!

Here is a Nice Home to fit Your Needs !~!

5921 Carter Ct, Chino Ca 91710 ***** Listed at $455,000 ***** WOW!!! THIS HOME HAS IT ALL!!!! 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS, CUL-DE-SAC, PIE SHAPED YARD, ENOUGH ROOM TO ADD ON! CEILING FANS, INSIDE LAUNDRY ROOM, WALK TO THE FINEST SCHOOLS IN CHINO. BEAUTIFUL FRONT DOOR & SHUTTERS, WOOD BLINDS, REMODELED STAIRS, UPGRADED WINDOWS & SLIDER; MIRRORED CLOSET DOORS IN ALL THE BEDROOMS** LAMINATED FLOORS, AND TILE THROUGH OUT ** NOW. WALK OUT TO A PLUSH BACKYARD WITH A POOL AND SPA** DESIRABLE FINISHED 3 CAR GARAGE W/ CABINETS** THE BEST OF THE BEST!!!!!! THIS HOME IS CONTINGENT UPON THE SELLER'S FINDING A HOME OF THEIR CHOICE **

Thursday, September 11, 2014

Getting Ready For a Wedding!

Hi Folks .... Well this is a little different today. My Nephew, Marc & my soon to be Niece-in-Law, Emily will be tying the note on Saturday! It is a special weekend for sure .... Congratulations to them & wish you lots of Love & happiness!!

Wednesday, September 10, 2014

IN MEMORY OF SEPTEMBER 11th

We Honor and Remember our American Heroes Tomorrow. We will never forget them .. Nor will we forget Benghazi!!! *** GOD BLESS AMERICA ***

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

PET DAY! OUR TWO KIDS!



These are our girls now .... Maggie (my little sheepdog) after playing in the water (what a mess). Then after her "Summer Hair Do" .... And Our Daisy (Rat Terrier) runs like the wind, likes to sneak away to visit our neighbor who gives out treats!

Monday, September 8, 2014

3417 Altura Ave.,Chino Hills *** MLS Link ***


Hi Folks ... I was gong to do an open house on my new listing Sunday but the threat of rain stopped me & heck of a note, it didn't rain in Chino Hills, yet parts of San Bernardino County were hit pretty good with flash flooding.  Below is the MLS link to 3417 Altura Ave. Chino Hills. Copy & Paste to see all the photos & information on this home THEN TELL A FRIEND!

http://mrmlsmatrix.com/DE.asp?k=973925X4J9N&p=DE-228058908-535

Saturday, September 6, 2014

PET TIME~THROW BACK



Well, this is Spanky & Shadow getting into trouble & then Jake just passed out ... Shadow was Pat & Kim's cat .... Houseful! :)

SELLERS & BUYERS HELPED !!!




Another Affordable Home ~ Great for 1st Time Buyers ~ 909/910-2481


1418 Skyway Ln., Pomona 91768 

Listed @ $234500

Wonderful home with private yard. This well kept home has 2 bedrooms and one bathroom plus a den. Kitchen was completely redone recently. This home shows well. Make this a must see.

Nice Affordable Home ~ Like what you see? Call for more Info = 909/910-2481


11090 De Anza, Phelan Ca. 92392 

Listed @ $295000

This ranch style home sits on over two acres and is close to Baldy Mesa Road. It is just a short distance from Baldy Mesa Elementary School in the acclaimed SNOWLINE JOINT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT. Upon entering you will find a beautiful double door closet adjacent to the tiled foyer and a sunken formal living room/formal dining area. In the family room there is a wood burning heater to help with energy efficiency. In the breakfast nook area is a built-in cabinet/pantry. Fans/lights through the home and recessed can lighting. The kitchen and interior laundry area is adjacent to the family room and has vinyl flooring with a wood grain appearance. A half bath is adjacent to the laundry room area. The home has a wide hallway, mirrored closet doors throughout and a large oval bathtub in the master bathroom with a separate shower area. All of this AND it is situated with a beautiful view of the mountains.

Friday, September 5, 2014

A HOME FOR YOUR PET - SUGGESTIONS !

Creating a Pet-Friendly Home

A pet-friendly home is not just a fun and safe space for your pet, but also a space that can stand up to...the kinds of things pets do to houses. Making pet-friendly choices in landscaping, design, and the materials you use will ensure that both you and your pet can enjoy your shared space together.

Opt for durable flooring

Even if your pet is perfectly well house-trained, they're bound to have an accident or two. Choose a flooring material that's easy to clean and won't be damaged by accidents. Linoleum cleans easily and is naturally anti-microbial. Bamboo, cork, tile, and stone are also good picks. If you want carpet, try a modular kind, made of separate carpet squares. Buy back-up squares so if a section gets ruined, you can pop it out and replace it. Avoid wood and laminate floors. Wood is easily scratched and damaged by water and slippery laminate can cause injuries.

Choose pet-friendly materials and décor

Opt for satin paint instead of flat paint on walls. A glossier finish won't show stains as prominently and wipes clean. Chose low VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints, especially if your pet bites or licks walls. Match the colors of throw rugs, upholstery, and other décor to your pet's fur color to give yourself a little more leeway in how frequently you'll be vacuuming and de-furring the furniture. Set up a feeding area in a spot where you won't be accidentally kicking over the water bowl. Find a nearby place to store dog food, ideally in a sealed container, like a plastic bin or a metal garbage can with a lid.

Protect furniture

Choose upholstered pieces covered in tough, easily-cleaned fabrics like leather or ultrasuede. Consider washable slipcovers, throws to protect furniture, or extra-durable fabric designed especially for pet owners. Keep pets from chewing furniture by spraying with store-bought, anti-chewing spray or applying a bit of cayenne pepper to their favorite biting spots. If you need to keep a pet out of a particular area, put up baby gates and provide the pet with plenty of sturdy toys for diversion. Set up a special bed or blanket so your pet has a comfortable, cushiony place of his own.

Eliminate dangers around the house


Walk around your house and assess possible pet hazards. Move chemicals and cleaning materials to high shelves or locked cabinets. Make sure trash cans are safely secured so pets don't get into something that could be harmful to them. (Many common household articles are toxic to pets including: coffee grounds, onions, grapes, and even nutmeg.) Latch lower cabinets with child locks if necessary and keep curtain and electrical cords out of pet reach. Put screens in upper level windows and make sure they're intact and securely attached. Keep toilet lids closed and avoid automatic bowl cleaners. Wipe up spills in the driveway and garage immediately so pets don't ingest poisons like antifreeze. Remove any indoor plants that are toxic to pets. You can find a list of toxic and non-toxic plants on the Humane Society's web site (www.humanesociety.org).

Consider a pet door

If you are frequently away from home, consider putting in a pet door. Pet doors can be put in windows, doors, and walls. Smart models recognize your pet electronically and will only open for them, not for other animals. The doors can be controlled remotely and deactivated if you need the pet to stay inside. If you're worried about the resale value of cutting a hole in the wall, consider a model that's built into a glass sliding door. When you sell, you can replace that part of the door with a regular slider.

Create a yard for pets and people to share


Find safe, pet-friendly materials for plants and hardscape. Put in some mint or catnip for cats and a clover ground cover for dogs because it won't yellow with urine. Outdoor cats like places to hide and things to climb and will make good use of trees and bushy areas. Dogs instinctively patrol the perimeter of the property and like running paths that follow the yard's circumference. If your dog has already created a path, embrace it, covering it with mulch and lining with attractive plantings. Make sure your fence is in good condition with no secret ways out (including benches, large rocks, or other items that can serve as pet launching pads). Consider putting in a small eye-level panel in the fence so dog can peek out and keep a watch on things. For safety, keep sharp tools put away, keep compost bins covered, and avoid chemical like fertilizers and pesticides. Make sure plants are non-toxic and avoid plants with thorns. And pets like a lot of the same things humans like, so you'll both be pleased if your yard has a shady spot to cool off and comfy places to sit    

Jill Hamilton

Thursday, September 4, 2014

NOW ON THE MARKET ~ CALL FOR A PRIVATE VIEWING ~ 909-910-2481



*This is a 3 Bd/2 Full Bath home of 2,037sf w/a HUGE LOT Perfect for RV & all your Toys**Step into a Lg Formal Living Rm w/Scraped Peaked High Ceiling & Lg Picture Window**Attached is the Formal Dinning Rm w/New Neutral Carpet that continues thru-out the home*Now,move into the Family Rm w/an Xtra Lg Brick Fireplace & Travertine Tile Floors which opens to the remodeled Kitchen w/Granite Counters,New Cabinets,Pullout & turn-style Shelving,New Stunning Black Stove,Stainless Steel Sink & Hardware,Bkfst Bar for quick meals & includes a Refrigerator (w/o warranty)**Oh My! Here is a Large Bonus Room too w/2 New Ceiling Fans & Large Enough for a Pool Table, Personal Bar, TV-Game, Play or Party Rm.**Both Bathrooms have been remodeled also w/Granite Counters & Sinks, Cabinets, Hardware, Upgraded Tile Enclosures & Shower Doors***SPECIAL FEATURES: New Tile Roof;Duel Pane Windows;2 New Sliders;Tankless H2O Heater;New Light Fixtures; Low-Care Patio;Fenced Dog Kennel;Multiple Fruit Trees;Remote Controlled Driveway Gate;2 Car Detached Garage;Fully Fenced;20,000sf Lot & more! CLOSE TO ALL YOUR NEEDS!
LISTED AT ONLY $687,500.00