If you live in California and are over the age of 55 you can effectively reduce your property taxes when buying a new home. In California when you buy a new home your new property is subject to reappraisal and therefore a new base tax value. Since real estate historically appreciates over time, your new […]
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Everyone knows that Southern California is one beach town after another. With almost 3,500 miles of coastline along the whole state, it’s no surprise that we flock to our beaches, they bring us both adventure and serenity. Having 163,696 square miles, California has an almost unlimited number of other activities. How many of these So […]
Originally Published by The Choppra Center It’s said that each of us comes into this life with a set of unique talents and special gifts, and that a desire to be an integral part of the collective is inherent in us all. History books, childhood tales, and modern-day films alike point to the universal […]
Originally published on https://www.surfcityusa.com by Emiko Kaneoka Looking for the best photo spots in Huntington Beach? From beach views, to picturesque walls, to awesome sights, we’ve got you covered. Check out a few of our most Instaworthy locations around Surf City USA. 1. Huntington Beach Pier 2. […]
Wouldn’t it be nice to buy something for your home and never have to spend the money to buy one again? Unfortunately, appliances have lifespans, and then you end up having to buy a new one. After years of use, your furnace, air conditioner, oven, dishwasher, parts will fail from wear and tear. While normal, it’s nice to know […]
By: Jennifer Sharp Whether you’re thinking about selling a home during the summertime or not, it’s vital to your homes “health” that you complete certain tasks during the summer months. 1.) Wash Exterior Windows Washing the interior of your windows is an easy winter task. Now that the temperatures are heating up, this is a great time to […]
Originally published on the The Choppra Center Intuition is a powerful aspect of the human experience, and something that anyone can access within themselves—if they’re open to it. Often referred to as a “gut instinct,” it’s that hunch that encourages you to go in a certain direction or inspires you to share a piece […]
Originally published on CNN Money Buying a home is often the largest investment we will make. Don’t let out-of-pocket costs surprise you during the purchasing process. For starters, budget between 2% and 5% of the home’s purchase price for closing costs, including appraiser, lender, and title fees. New regulations passed last year mean lenders have to […]
SeaCliff Realty, Off The Streets & Mama’s team up to raise money for a great local charity. To donate to Off The Streets visit: http://offthestreetsnow.com/hb/ To learn more about Mama’s 39 visit: http://mamason39.com/ And of course to learn more about the best properties available in Orange County visit SeaCliff Realty at https://seacliffteam.com/ To see […]
(Originally published on Houzz) There have been many times over the years that we’ve visited Fallingwater, a house located in the hills of western Pennsylvania. We’ve done the regular tour, a Sunday brunch tour and attended an evening reception there. In each occasion, Fallingwater never failed to enchant, enliven and teach. The house was designed […]