HAPPY VETERANS DAY!

What is a Veteran?

A “Veteran” — whether active duty, discharged, retired, or reserve — is someone who, at one point in his/her life, wrote a blank check made payable to “The United States of America” for an amount of “up to, and including his/her life”.

We thank all the Veterans, who are now serving, or who have served in the past.  Thank you, and your families, for your sacrifices. 

 

4929 Glorietta Ln., Riverside

$185,000   [ PENDING SALE ]   Lovely home just outside the “Wood Streets” on a quiet cul-de-sac. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home will capture your heart as you
drive up and experience the curb appeal. Features like hardwood floors, all new windows, fireplace, formal dining area, fully remodeled kitchen, and a
master bedroom suite will surely motivate you to write an offer. Patio cover, grass areas for kids/pets, a gated RV pad, plus view of the Mount Rubidoux 4th of July fireworks!

Come see this adorable home today; it will sell fast.  This is a short sale and has two loans, both with Chase.  We have lots of experience with short sales so don’t hesitate to contact us to write an offer.

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5444 Tower Rd., Riverside

 

$249,900  [ IN ESCROW ]  Absolutely GORGEOUS and TURNKEY ranch style pool home in the “Wood Streets” neighborhood. You have to see it in person to believe it! Corner lot with 3 bedrooms, 1.75 bathrooms, approximately 1350 sq ft, with hardwood floors throughout, central air/heat, REMODELED kitchen, new windows throughout, master bedroom suite, fireplace in living room, spacious formal dining room with crown molding, and indoor laundry!

There is also a large bonus room (enclosed patio) perfect for pool table, office, gym, play room, etc.  Attached direct-access 2-car garage (perfect for rainy weather).  And finally, you’ll enjoy two covered patios that overlook the large inground pool.

Don’t miss this standard sale (no banks to deal with) which sits on a desirable corner lot and is absolutely lovely.  Don’t lift a finger once you move in, except to unpack.  Everything else is ready to go!

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Burning Wood Requires Air Check

 
Southern California residents are now required to check the air quality before they burn wood in a home fireplace — or risk violating regulations that went into effect this week.  Fines for repeat offenders can be as high as $500.  

As part of the Healthy Hearths™ initiative, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) is asking residents to participate in its “Check Before You Burn” program to help improve wintertime air quality by not burning wood in their fireplaces when unhealthful air quality is forecast. 

Under the program, AQMD will issue a 24-hour no-burn advisory for residential fireplaces and wood stoves — from November 1st through the end of February 2012. 

AQMD is the air pollution control agency for all of Orange County and the urban portions of Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties – the smoggiest region of the United States. 

For more information, exemptions, or to sign up for AQMD email notifications, go to www.AQMD.gov.  Call 866-966-3293 for “Check Before You Burn” information if you
don’t have internet access.

 

Happy Halloween

 

No Scaredy Cats This Halloween: Top 5 Safety Tips for Pet Parents

Attention, animal lovers, the ASPCA recommends taking some common sense precautions this Halloween to keep you and your pet(s) safe.

1)  No tricks, no treats:  That bowl of candy is for trick-or-treaters, not for Scruffy and Fluffy.  Chocolate in all forms — especially dark or baking chocolate — can be very dangerous for dogs and cats.  If you do suspect your pet has ingested something toxic, please call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435.

2)  Dress-up can be a big mess-up for some pets.  Please don’t put your dog or cat in a costume unless you know he or she doesn’t mind.  For pets who prefer their “birthday suits”, wearing a costume may cause undue stress.

3)  A carved pumpking certainly is festive, but do exercise caution if you choose to add a candle.  Pets can easily knock a lit pumpkin over and cause a fire.  Curious kittens especially run the risk of getting burned or singed by candle flames.

4)  When opening the door for trick-or-treaters, take care that your cat or dog doesn’t dart outside; best to lock them in a bedroom or bathroom for safe keeping on Halloween night.

 5) IDs, please!!  Always make sure your dog or cat has proper identification.  If for any reason, your pet escapes and becomes lost, a collar and/or microchip can be a lifesaver, increasing the chances that he or she be returned to you.

HaPpY HaLlOwEeN from our house, and pets, to yours!!!