Archive for July, 2008
Bush signs mortgage relief measure…
July 31st, 2008 Categories: Real Estate News
The legislation is regarded as the most significant housing bill in decades. It won approval from lawmakers eager, in an election year, to come up with an answer to the growing housing crisis.
“By expanding homeownership opportunities and protecting families against foreclosure, we are helping keep the American Dream alive,” said House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif.
For assistance in any of your housing needs, please email me or call me at 310-285-7515.
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Documents you need in case of an emergency!!!
July 30th, 2008 Categories: City News
In light of yesterday’s ‘rumble’, I thought I’d urge everyone to put together an Emergency Kit. Of course you need the necessary supplies to survive, but don’t forget the necessary documents to rebuild your life. Radio journalist, Pete Demetriou put together this comprehensive list for the LA Fire Asst. Chief Craig Fry.
THE ONE ENVELOPE TO REBUILD YOUR LIFE
Documents to Have in the Event of Evacuation.
or (The One Envelope to rebuild your Life)
Personal Information
(All Copies should be in Color)
Copy of Birth Certificate
Copy of Social Security Card
Copy of Driver’s license
Copy of US Passport
Financial Information
(Including institution, account numbers, passwords, etc)
Checking Accounts
Savings Accounts
Money Market Accounts
Retirement Funds
Stocks
Bonds
(Annual Reports from Stock Brokers are also fine)
Credit Card Information
A photocopy of each credit card
and on attached sheet, include:
Name as listed on account
Account number
CCV number from back of card
Expiration date,
Card Company’s toll free number
Other Necessary Documents
Copy of recent tax documents
(include paper and or CD copy of State and Federal for past 2 years)
Copy of Property Tax Bill
Title Documents for Home.
Copy of Auto Title (Pink Slip or Bank Lien)
Documents related to Wills, Trusts, Durable Power of Attorney, Medical Directives
Copies of insurance policies (life, health, home, car)
(including the contact information - phones and or websites - of the Carriers)
Safety Deposit Box information, copy of key
A short (10 numbers at most) list of emergency phone numbers of
Relatives or Critical Personnel
Make three copies of the above documents
*One in the Home in a secure location.
*One in a local Bank Safety Deposit Box.
*One in an out of State Bank Safety Deposit Box.
(Las Vegas, Nevada is a good option)
In the Home Copy, include a packet of cash for travel or other needs.
For 2 people…it should be roughly $500 dollars (10, $20’s, 10, $10’s,
20 $5’s and 100, $1.00’s. NO $50’s or $100’s) to last for 48 to 96 Hours.
Be safe…Be well.
Call or email me if you have questions on any of the above, 310-285-7515 or email Valerie.
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Earthquake in Los Angeles…5.4!
July 29th, 2008 Categories: City News
Ah, who felt that one? Just before noon we had a “roller” that seemed to last forever. Some say this is a precursor of more to come, I say it’s a good reminder to get your emergency kit ready!
What’s in your emergency kit?
Click here for information regarding earthquake preparedness or to add earthquake insurance to your home, call my office for resources, 310-285-7515 .
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LA Times Real Estate Section…going, going, gone!
July 28th, 2008 Categories: Real Estate News
In 1902, the Los Angeles Times Real Estate section debuted with the headline, “A Good Steady Market.”
Cut to: July 2008…the Sunday Real Estate section has printed its final edition.
Real estate coverage will continue to appear online throughout the week. Hot Property, Neighborly Advice and the occasional Pardon Our Dust remodeling tale will appear in print as part of the new Saturday Home section. Home of the Week, Southland home-price charts and other features will appear in Sunday Business. Real estate articles will appear in both sections.
Obviously, this was one of my favorite sections of the Sunday paper and it will be greatly missed. To call the Los Angeles Times and share your opinion about this termination, dial (800)252-9141. If anyone starts a grassroots campaign to get our Real Estate section back in the Sunday edition, please let me know…email Valerie.
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Warning: Commonly Missed Tax Break!
July 17th, 2008 Categories: Real Estate News
Don’t let Uncle Sam take more than he’s entitled to! Here is a commonly missed tax break for condominium or cooperative residents that you don’t want to be in the dark about.
If you’re looking to get into a condominium community, let me know, I have a list that will blow your socks off.
Email me - wolff.jessica@gmail.com
Call me - 310 433 2890
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Hot Weather = More Sales!!!
July 7th, 2008 Categories: Real Estate News
It’s getting hot! Sarah Max, contributing senior writer at Cyberhomes, wrote this article about the relationship between the weather and home sales.
If you’d like me to send you a market report specific to your area, email me and you’ll receive it in your inbox…it’s that easy! ValerieFit@aol.com
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4th of July Fireworks in Los Angeles!
July 1st, 2008 Categories: City News
Here’s a great list of 4th of July firework shows around Los Angeles. Enjoy the holiday and be safe!
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