More and more pools no longer have to stand on their own . It is becoming more popular in Southern California to enhance the enjoyment and ambience of the pool setting with creative thought out décor which reflects or  reveals the pools owner and taste. One intriguing means of accomplishing this is the use of colorful poolscape design.Over  the last 60 some odd years many studies have been conducted with regards to color and ones personality.  I myself have conducted my own personal study and found that often the effect of the color goes hand in glove with the object. For instance;    Piles of GREEN paper ( as in money)  -  excited, hopeful, independent, balancedOn the other hand,Piles of GREEN  peas        ( needing hulled) - listless, lack of spontaneity, distracted, RED liquid  ( as... 04/08/2008

April & Tara Glatzel | Remax Partners | (951) 205-4429 260 FOX MILLS LN, Riverside, CA JUST REDUCED, absolutely gorgeous 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath home 4 Bdrm Single Family House offered at $399,999 Year Built 1994 Sq Footage 1,680 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial Floors 2 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 4,791 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION JUST REDUCED, absolutely gorgeous 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath free-standing single family residence in a small, quiet, clean, gated community conveniently located near shopping, banks, restaurants, movie theatres, etc. Home has been completely remodeled with granite counter tops in kitchen, stainless steel appliances, fresh interior/exterior paint, new remote-controlled ceiling fans, and all new bathroom fixtures and lights. Lovely backyard with bloc... 03/12/2008

April & Tara Glatzel | Remax Partners | (951) 205-4429 4202 LINWOOD PL, Riverside, CA A RARE 2-OWNER "Wood Streets" gem! 3 Bdrm Single Family House offered at $365,000 Year Built 1940 Sq Footage 1,470 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1 full, 1 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 9,147 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION A RARE 2-OWNER "Wood Streets" gem like this rarely comes on the market. Original hardwood floors & built-in shelving flanking the romatic fireplace will win your heart completely. Almost 1500 sq ft of living space boasts crown moulding & hardwood floors thru-out, elegant formal dining room w/chandelier, extensive cabinetry in kitchen & indoor laundry rm, spacious closets in secondary bedrooms & walk-in closet in expansive master bedroom. Updated electrical panel & el... 03/12/2008

Tower Realty held its Annual Awards Luncheon at Farafalla's Italian Cucina.  "Tower Realty had a great year.  We have had tremendous support from our community and we extend our heartfelt thanks," says Broker, Collette Lee.  "Our professional agents, and great staff have contributed to our success and the great reputation we have achieved in the community.  There are many agents deserving of awards but there is only one outstanding agent of the year.  We honor Agent of the Year Brent Lee for most commissions earned as well as units sold. Brent's commitment to excellence is evident in every transaction, every step of the way, whether in his artful negotiations, attention to detail, or his knowledge of Real Estate. His dedication to his clients, attention and sensitivity to their needs ma... 03/10/2008

Buy or sell the perfect home in Moreno Valley, CA. You can search for homes all over the Moreno Valley, Perris and Riverside CA area! You will find a wealth of useful real estate information for home buyers and sellers at my website! Before you buy or sell a home, be sure to view the market information found here. Register for new Moreno Valley, CA listings emailed dailyFind information on buying or selling your next home. Let an expert Moreno Valley, Perris and Riverside California Realtor® help you through the real estate buying or selling process. This is a great area to live! Whether you are interested in a certain area or looking for some suggestions, contact us today and we can discuss any question you might have about Moreno Valley, Perris and Riverside CA or any of the surroundi... 02/26/2008

I attended the Foreclosure Prevention Consumer Workshop today which was held at the University of California Riverside Extension.  This event was sponsored by Senator Bob Dutton of the 31st District, Ms Carrie Lopez Director of the Department of Consumer Affairs and Ms Maria Giuriato, Real Estate Liason for the Department of Real Estate.  There were also representatives from the State Consumer Services Agency, Business Transportation and Housing Department, Freddie Mac, and the Department of Corporations.I am on a temporary assignment representing a "Major Lender" as a Field Counseling Representative. I am presently counseling borrowers by visiting them personally at their homes.  I was invited to attend this event today by a Manager with Risk Management with this lender.  I was there t... 02/23/2008

Hello, I was born and raised in Orange County but moved to Riverside 22 years ago. Riverside is a wonderful place to live.. You have the luxury of going to the mountains, lake, desert or beach and each is only around an hour away! Where else can you live and have all these great choices? Not to mention their are some wonderful horse trails around when you just want to stay close to home. I have always had a great love for animals and have surrounded myself with many over the years. I have bred and raised Harlequin Great Danes, Boxers and Paint Horses. Many injured or lost animals come to my home... I think there is an invisible sign directing them to me.   Real Estate is the best thing I ever did for myself. I love meeting new people and helping them achieve their goal of selling or buy... 02/20/2008

The Black History Committee of Riverside is an organization, which consists of dedicated volunteers, focused on the development of events and activities that promote positive family and cultural interaction in many communities.  This year like many previous years is hosting the Black History Parade and Expo in Riverside.Come celebrate with the Black History Committee of Riverside and its sponsors as we celebrate "It Takes a Village" Leaders: Past, Present & Future. Held on Saturday February 9th, the parade begins at Terracina and Magnolia at 10am.  It will move along down Market St. and will end at 13th and Main in front of the Old Court House.The Expo also beings at 10am on the Main St. mall next to City Hall downtown. If you need further information or have any questions please call (... 01/28/2008

New Golf Clinics Begin - February 6th & 7thGolf For Women - Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pmIntroduction to Golf (mixed) - Thursdays 6:30-7:30pmPremiere Golf Solutions is proud to partner with Van Buren Golf Center and the City of Riverside Parks & Recreations to provide two (2) new introductory to golf clinics. The five(5) week clinics cover the basics of golf including grip, stance, posture, putting, chipping, the full swing, rules and etiquette.  Cost $75 per participant plus range balls. For more information or to register today, call (951) 295-8086. 01/16/2008

November  2007 Comparison to November 2006November Average Price            Average Price TrendNovember 07 # Sold                        2007                   2006236                         $407,070             $440,850          -7.7%Riverside County Homes for Sale Monthly Totals:November #Sold 2007    #Sold 2006   %Chg             2007                20062043              1900            +7.5%         $395,206         $426,711        -7.4%Closed Residential Resale Transactions As Reported By Dataquick Information Services. I post this information monthly so you can keep up with trends in a few select cities in Riverside County. I always post the city of Riverside as a comparison with the specific city as well. Brought to you by: Doug Beaver Corona, Norco, Riverside Homes for sale Rea... 12/29/2007

With all the talk in the news about foreclosures, we wondered how many of these homes are actually being sold. From our friends at First American Title, we were able to get the statistics about how many homes that sold in November were actually bank repos. We were surprised by the results. Riverside County     1571 homes sold          189 of them were reposRiverside City           134 homes sold          15 of them were reposCorona/Norco           105 homes sold          19 of them were reposMira Loma                 35 homes sold            3 of them were reposMoreno Valley            78 homes sold          11 of them were reposLake Elsinore             75 homes sold          18 of them were reposTemecula                164 homes sold          33 of them were reposSo what do you think?... 12/22/2007

Last night, I just could not fall asleep so I ended up watching some T.V. to help nod off. Anyway, I flipped to the station Bravo to see this show The Real Housewives of Orange County.  There was this one woman who works in Coto de Caza real estate and she was talking about her real estate practices.  She believes because she is good-looking and has a different approach to selling houses that this will make her "Top Dog".These are some of her tricks to the trade.    Call your client cheap. Never thought of it, but it could work. Maybe by insulting and bullying them they will have to give you more money.Get drunk in front of clients.  It makes sense. It loosens everyone up and everyone will have a great time discussing and buying real estate.Swear like a sailor.  Maybe I've got this imag... 12/19/2007

The historic Mission Inn located in downtown Riverside, CA is such a spectacular place any time of the year, yet at Christmas it's absolutely magical. I've experience it several times, including last week with fellow Rainers Marlene Bridges and Gregg and Heidi Franklin.  The Mission Inn  holiday decorations are beyond imagination, it's just difficult to explain. Known as the "Festival of Lights" it's something you need to see for yourself if you're in So-Cal.  The decorating begins in Oct. and the official lighting of three-million lights takes place before waiting crowds the Friday after Thanksgiving each year. About two weeks ago, while watching GMA ~ Good Morning America I was excited to see the beautiful Inn was featured live on the show that morning. Complete with the local Riversi... 12/18/2007

October  2007 Comparison to October 2006October Average Price            Average Price TrendOctober 07 # Sold                        2007                   2006279                         $388,823             $468,409          -17.0%Riverside County Homes for Sale Monthly Totals:October 07 # Sold                     2007                      20062275                   $390,084                $449,956        -13.3%Closed Residential Resale Transactions As Reported By Dataquick Information Services. I post this information monthly so you can keep up with trends in a few select cities in Riverside County. I always post the city of Riverside as a comparison with the specific city as well. Brought to you by: Doug Beaver Corona, Norco, Riverside Homes for sale Real Estate Realtorhttp://www.co... 12/11/2007

I've been extremely impressed with the very recent renovation of the Canyon Crest Towne Center. Over the years it's seen many business come and go with varying degrees of success. For those of us who have been around the area for some time, we all remember the old movie theaters, the candy store, Strawhat Pizza, and the Wiz Video. Not all change is good, but in the recent renovation of the Canyon Crest Towne Center, I give the developers as A+. It seemed to take a few years but the renovation looks complete. The new town center features new restaurants, new hard scapes and new landscaping. Most of the stores within the center have also renovated and the entire feel of the center has improved. The new clock tower which houses the moved Crest Cafe and the new Tortilla Grill Restaurant giv... 12/09/2007

If you haven't been to the Canyon Crest area in the last year or so, you're in for a very pleasant surprise. The City of Riverside has spent some major time and money renovating and beautifying street landscapes in the area, adding Andulka Park, adding a city sign, and many of the local businesses have followed suite within the Canyon Crest Towne Center. The recent opening of the Martin Luther King freeway off ramp off the 60 freeway will surely alleviate some major traffic concerns. Improvement continue on Central but landscaping on Canyon Crest Drive and Central are now complete. The area just recently got a beautiful new fire station on Central and Adulka Park should be finished within the next year hopefully. Below is the new Riverside side on a beautiful winter day on Central Avenu... 12/09/2007

Can't make it up to the Snow this year?  Well here's your chance to bring the little ones for a Snow Play Day in Riverside!  Where: Bordwell Park- 2008 Martin Luther King Blvd., Riverside CAWhen:  December 8th-2007Time:  9:00am-2:00pm (breakfast served 9-11a.m.)There will be tons of fresh snow for play, a pancake breakfast, holiday crafts, games, prizes, entertainment, holiday boutique and don't won't want to miss a special visit from Santa Claus!In order to participate you must register in advance for a 25-minute snow play time slot.  Space is limited to the first 500 participants. All youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  The cost for activities is: Snow play only - $5 per person Breakfast only - $4 per person Both snow play and breakfast - $7 per person. Registration will ... 12/06/2007

The Benedict Castle in Riverside is about to hold its 13th annual Christmas Holiday of Light!  The castle is owned by Teen Challenge of Southern California which is part of an international faith-based program for helping yound people dealing with substance abuse or other problems.  The event, open-to-the-public, is FREE and will be held on Sunday, November 25th from 5 to 9 PM.  There will be lights, trees, garlands, a nativity, carolers, a choir and more.  They will also be hosting tours of the building every 20 minutes.The 10,000 square-foot castle began construction in 1922 and finished in 1931 and is inspired by a castle in Granada, Spain.  The castle, on 14+ acres, is a frequent site of courtyard weddings at the foot of Torre Luisa.  Over the years the castle has been used as the s... 11/24/2007

This is one of the biggest weekends all year in the city of Riverside.   Each year the downtown Mission Inn is decorated with millions of lights and the festival begins Friday, the day after Thanksgiving.  They are estimating there will be tens of thousands of people there this year for the largest atendance ever.  In fact I've been told Good Morning America will film the event this year.  Various other TV stations from around the area will also be there.  This is a huge event.  In addition to the lights on the Mission Inn and mall, there will be an ice skating rink, horse drawn carriage rides, music, food and much more.  If Friday is too much of a crowd the event will continue throughout the holiday season.  Families can see the lights, skate or walk the mall every day or evening.  You... 11/20/2007

In October 2006 the City of Riverside approved a generous Capital Improvement Program aimed at improving the utility infrastructure of the City and providing a whole host of new parks, sport complexes, trails, sidewalks, parkways, additional libraries, and other civic improvements.  It's an exciting time to be living in Riverside and the Renaissance Initiative will secure Riverside as a wonderful environment for families and young professionals in the near future.  The City of Riverside isn't the only one focused on renewing and revitalizing the city.  I've recently partnered with Alan Mruvka and the m sole' downtown revitalization project.  m sole' is one of the first live/work projects within the city of Riverside offering street level opportunities for home and professional workspace... 11/19/2007