FHFA Reveals 3rd Winner for REO Initiative, C.A.R. Voices Disapproval  By: Esther Cho The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced a third bidder scooped up properties in three states for the agency’s REO-to-rental initiative, leaving Atlanta as the sole metro in the program with no winning bidder. Colony Capital, LLC purchased 970 properties in Los Angeles and Riverside, California; Phoenix, Arizona; and Las Vegas, Nevada, the agency revealed Thursday. Colony Capital is a private real estate investment firm based in California. The agency’s REO initiative seeks to sell Fannie Mae foreclosures to institutional investors in hard-hit metros. The investors will then convert the foreclosures to rental units. The 970 properties purchased by Colony Capital include 1,176 units, 752 of... 11/07/2012

RIVERSIDE CA REALTORS Pending Home and House Listings in Riverside CA - As Of 11/5/2012 ML# Status Street # Street Name City Area MB# L/S Price CDOM Br/Ba Sqft YrBuilt I12074476 Pending 5422 Tate CT RIVERSIDE 252 $160,000 5 3/2 1,403/A 1983/SEE P826205 Pending 2746 DENTON ST RIVERSIDE 252 685H6 $160,000 93 3/2 1,517/P 1992/ASR C12083759 Pending 2934 Bixby DR RIVERSIDE 252 $160,000 2 4/2 1,608/A 1984/ASR K12096025 Pending 3840 Wayne CT RIVERSIDE 252 $160,000 3 3/2 1,303/A 1948/EST I12081198 Pending 6371 Juneberry WY RIVERSIDE 252 $161,000 27 3/3 1,905/A 2007/ASR C12055273 Pending 8510 Fayette CT RIVERSIDE 252 $161,500 121 3/3 1,526/A 2000/ASR I12093498 Pending 20321 Westpoint DR RIVERSIDE 252 $161,500 15 3/2 1,432/A 1979/ASR I12043930 Pending 157 Cape Elizabeth WY RIVERSIDE 252 716D6 $16... 11/05/2012

P.F. Chang's China Bistro Restaurants with the Horse out Front   P.F. Chang’s Bistro Galleria Mall at Tyler 3475 Tyler Avenue Riverside, CA 92503 (951) 689-4020 For Nationwide and International information and locations, go to www.pfchangs.com.   California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you currently own. California has great opportunities to view Nature and Bird Watching. Whatever your needs are, you will find it here in California! Fr... 11/04/2012

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info Free List of Foreclosed Homes For Sale Avoid Foreclosure What is Your Home Worth? Homes Close to Where You Work Search All Homes For Sale   Brian Bean Dream Big Real Estate 951-778-9700 Questions?Schedule a Showing!   Licensed In:CA License #:01346382 Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 9396 52nd Street Riverside, CA Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools       1-ACRE POOL HOME COMPLETELY FENCED $ Click for current price 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS (2 full) 1936 Square Feet Manufactured Home with a permanent foundation with a pool and an room added on the back (possibly not permitted). Some projects halfway... 11/03/2012

In the beginning there was The Hunter Group. This November, the Hunter Group will officially give birth to Remax Kings Realty!! We want to invite you to our Grand Opening this November 16th at 4 pm. This invite is not only for our business partners and friends, past clients and family, but for everyone. We are making a big impact in our community and we want to invite you down to show you how you can be a part! Thanks again to all of our AR friends and family and if you're in the area, please come by! 10/30/2012

Bereans Christian Book store in Riverside Ca hosted PEARLS SERIES author Richard Alan Naggar this weekend with his Publisher. Richie dedicated and signed books and people shared their life stories. You never know what someone is going through until you stop and have dialog with them says Naggar. You find out how we are all the same but in different moments in life Below: a customer receiving their free gift with purchase of PEARLS FOR GIRLS DATING WAITING & SEX...IN SEEKING CUPID...DON'T BE STUPID (below the below) THE HEART HOUSES THE DESIRES UNTIL THEY CAN BE RELEASED PROPERLY. PEARLS FOR GIRLS DATING WAITING AND SEX...IN SEEKING CUPID...DON'T BE STUPID guides, instructs and directs the user through the intimate processes. Chapters on repentance, resentment, identity, parental trauma,... 10/22/2012

Riverside CA Real Estate Activity There are a lot of buyers interested in buying a house at this time - and a lot of buyers who are frustrated because they are having a hard time finding listings and getting offers accepted. This graph shows the number of listings per month since Janauary 2011 in Riverside CA and the corresponding huge decrease in the number of houses and condos for sale.  So looking at this graph, you can see why buyers are so frustrated.  Hopefully we'll see more listings coming on the market soon.                                      The graph below shows the averale sales price for houses and condos during the same time period - an increase of 10+% ($202,894 in Jan 2011 to $223,414 in September 2012).      Search all Riverside CA houses for sale  Active listings of... 10/20/2012

For a unique shopping experience, come to South Coast Plaza Mall in Costa Mesa.  Over 260 stores, 6 anchor stores, 30 restaurants, and carousel rides for the kids.  Concierge Desk, Money Exchange, Personal Shopper Services, VIP Discounts, Valet Parking and much, much more.     South Coast Carousel Plaza Costa Mesa CA 92626 (888) 782-8888 Email: Southcoastplaza.com Website 1 Website 2 Facebook  P.S. Do not miss the tree lighting ceremony across from the mall at the Westin Hotel on November 15, 2012. More details to come soon.   California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local Califo... 10/18/2012

SHORT SALE HOUSE RIVERSIDE COUNTY CA If you are facing foreclosure and you can no longer afford your home, you may qualify for a Riverside County CA Short Sale, even if you don't think you can or don't think your home can be sold in today's market. What is a Riverside County CA Short Sale? A Riverside County CA Short Sale, also known as a pre-foreclosure sale, is when you sell your Riverside County home for less than the balance remaining on your mortgage. If your mortgage company agrees to a short sale, you can sell your Riverside County CA home and pay off all (or a portion of) your mortgage balance with the proceeds. You may also be eligible for the government's Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives Program (HAFA) which offers incentives for sellers to complete a short sale. A Riv... 10/16/2012

   California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you currently own. California has great opportunities to view Nature and Bird Watching. Whatever your needs are, you will find it here in California! From the Inland Empire you are 45 minutes to the beaches, mountains or desert. Housing is affordable in the Inland Empire area. Call me! I sell real estate in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. I am a trained and experienced Short Sale agent... 10/16/2012

Orangecrest Riverside Real Estate Update -  September 2012 What is the big story in Orangecrest Riverside Real Estate? Buyers continue to struggle in multiple bidding wars to win a home in this much desired neighborhood. As I held an Open House this weekend I listened to stories from buyers involved in the Orangecrest bidding wars.   Orangecrest Riverside Real Estate Update  provides information on a masterplanned community with homes built from the 1980's forward. Standard Pacific homes has continued new construction building in the area at it's Mission Grove community. The area parks host the junior league baseball team, soccer games and a community center which houses meeting rooms and a library.The widely recognized school district has been the recipient of several awards and statew... 10/09/2012

Lake Hills Reserve Real Estate Update August - September 2012 The big news now...equity sales are increasing in price. The low inventory levels have allowed homeowners with equity to enter the real estate market. This report provides current information for buyer's and seller's interested in the 750 acre masterplanned mountaintop community - Lake Hills Reserve. Nestled among the rolling hills this community offers panoramic city, canyon and Lake Mathews views. This is a beautifully designed community which includes 500 acres of reserved green space, parks and hiking trails. The HOA fees support an Olympic size pool, picnic area and pavilion with fire pit. Lake Hills Reserve Real Estate Update Active Listings: 8 (7 Standard Sales <2 are new construction> - 1 Short Sales) Pending Sales: 6... 10/09/2012

Riverside Plumbing Company Inland Empire Plumbing, a company that services Riverside County and Orange County really helped out some clients of mine who were in a real "Crappy" mess. The home they just purchased was already over-flowing just hours after they moved in. I called multiple companies to get someone who would be able to respond immediately and calm my clients. Within just an hour, the clogged toliet was flowing perfectly and they even cleaned up the mess. I would hightly recommend anyone who is needing a professional plumber to call on Inland Empire Plumbing for all their plumbing needs. Inland Empire Plumbing This is my way of sending you a testimonial that I hope reaches tons of other local Riverside and Orange County Realtors that are looking for a plumbing company that is... 10/01/2012

SHORT SALE HOUSE RIVERSIDE COUNTY CA We have created the Real Estate Short Sale Formula for under-water and distressed homeowners in Riverside County, California. Riverside County has many homes and families facing foreclosure, but they don't know if they would qualify for a short sale of their Riverside County CA home to avoid complete financial devastation. What Does a Real Estate Short Sale Mean for Riverside County CA Homeowners? The definition of a real estate short sale means that the Riverside County CA house is about to be in foreclosure due to the default in payments of the mortgage. The owner of the Riverside County home sells it for less than what they owe for the property. It is far better for their credit to sell it short than to lose the house to foreclosure. But Do I Qual... 09/25/2012

Space Shuttle Endeavor’s Final Flight over Huntington Beach, California The Space Shuttle Endeavor has had an exciting career. This is her final journey across county and an end to the Space Shuttle Program.     Here are some interesting facts about her.  Built in 1991 in Palmdale, CA. Was tested at Edwards Air Force Base, CA.  Weighs 170,000 lbs. Has flown 122,853,151 miles. Spent 299 days in space. Was the 5th and final shuttle made for NASA. Had 25 sucessful flights in space. Has over 2.5 million parts. Commander Mark Kelly commanded the last flight May 16- June 1, 2011. NASA decommissioned the Endeavour in June 2011. The California Space Center in Los Angeles now owns the Endeavour. Endeavor’s Schedule: 09-19-2012:  On Wednesday, the Space Shuttle Endeavour left Kennedy Space Center... 09/23/2012

Branding Your Business… Cupcakes, Kites, Bugs, Houses?   I read all the time that branding your business online is so important and I agree totally. Recently I have noticed many vehicles out on the road and I think they are doing a pretty good job too. This is my favorite and I have been thinking about eating cupcakes ever since I saw this Hummer!   They were flying a kite at the beach with the business website on it. Great idea! I pass this hugeWestern Exterminator sign every time I go to Los Angeles;  the Monopoly Man killing bugs.   A fruit stand on wheels and how fancy it is.     Bugs on trucks?         Things you need to do to be successful and brand your business: Find your Market and persistently “Advertise” Memorable Logo Catchy Slogan Quality Information Online Presence daily t... 09/20/2012

SHORT SALE AGENTS IN RIVERSIDE CA Garrigus Real Estate is a local Riverside CA Short Sale Team with experienced Riverside CA Short Sale Agents here to assist you. We are Garrigus Real Estate, and we are local Riverside CA Short Sale Experts. As Riverside CA Short Sale REALTORS that specialize in real estate short sales, you are assured the highest standard of professionalism and you can always count on our Riverside CA Short Sale experience and skills to help answer any questions you have in regards to Riverside CA Real Estate Short Sales. We specialize in Short Sales for Riverside CA and Surrounding Southern California Areas When dealing with a short sale situation in Riverside California, it is not a one-size fits all and it is definitely not the end of the line for you and your famil... 09/19/2012

SHORT SALE HOUSE RIVERSIDE CA If you are facing foreclosure and you can no longer afford your home, you may qualify for a Riverside CA Short Sale, even if you don't think you can or don't think your home can be sold in today's market. What is a Riverside CA Short Sale? A Riverside CA Short Sale, also known as a pre-foreclosure sale, is when you sell your Riverside home for less than the balance remaining on your mortgage. If your mortgage company agrees to a short sale, you can sell your Riverside CA home and pay off all (or a portion of) your mortgage balance with the proceeds. You may also be eligible for the government's Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives Program (HAFA) which offers incentives for sellers to complete a short sale. A Riverside CA Short Sale is an alternative to ... 09/18/2012

SHORT SALE HOUSE RIVERSIDE CA We have created the Real Estate Short Sale Formula for under-water and distressed homeowners in Riverside, California. Riverside has many homes and families facing foreclosure, but they don't know if they would qualify for a short sale of their Riverside CA home to avoid complete financial devastation. What Does a Real Estate Short Sale Mean for Riverside CA Homeowners? The definition of a real estate short sale means that the Riverside CA house is about to be in foreclosure due to the default in payments of the mortgage. The owner of the Riverside home sells it for less than what they owe for the property. It is far better for their credit to sell it short than to lose the house to foreclosure. But Do I Qualify For a Riverside CA Short Sale? Everyone's sit... 09/18/2012

Orangecrest Riverside Real Estate Update -  August 2012   The dog days of summer had very little effect on the real estate activity in Orangecrest Riverside. Buyers braved the 100% temperatures in hunt of the perfect home.  Scenes in the area have changed as school sessions resumed and parents meeting in Starbuck's were overheard planning this years cheer-leading events. All the while homes continued to sell!  Orangecrest Riverside Real Estate  provides information on a masterplanned community with homes built from the 1980's forward. Standard Pacific homes has continued new construction building in the area at it's Mission Grove community. A typical tract community the homes are often personalized through creative landscaping, hardscaping and outdoor entertainment areas. The area parks... 09/11/2012