Happy Labor Day 2015
In recognition of workers across our wonderful country, the 40 hour work week, and benefits, we celebrate Labor Day today. Were you aware that the first Labor Day Parade was held in New York’s Union Square in 1882? That’s 133 years ago! However, Labor Day didn’t become a federal holiday until 1894.
Happy Memorial Day
Did you know that Memorial Day became an official federal holiday only in 1971? Today, and everyday really, we honor everyone that perished while serving in the U.S. Military, whether male, female, or animal. Our sincerest appreciation to those that have served, are serving now, and will serve in the future, to maintain our…
Happy Earth Day!
The first Earth Day family had participants and celebrants in two thousand colleges and universities, roughly ten thousand primary and secondary schools, and hundreds of communities across the United States, in 1970. More importantly, it “brought 20 million Americans out into the spring sunshine for peaceful demonstrations in favor of environmental reform.” Earth Day is…
Five Reasons Not to Buy a Real Bunny for Easter
Children love bunnies. They’re soft and cute, with the tails and the ears and the way they squish their little noses. Okay, everyone loves bunnies….especially at Easter. And pet stores are stocking their shelves with a surplus of the fuzzy creatures. But sadly, many only make a brief stop in a loving home on…
Happy Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day to our current, future, and past clients. Home really is where the heart is, so whether you own a home now or are looking forward to owning one in the future, we look forward to helping you with all of your real estate needs.
HAPPY VETERANS DAY
Please take a moment today, and every day, to thank the Veterans, past and present, for their service! This special day in America is for honoring America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Thank you, Veterans, past and present.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
BOO! Be safe out there and remember to look both ways before crossing the street while trick-or-treating! If you are looking to buy or sell real estate, let The Sister Team “treat” you to an awesome transaction! HAPPY HALLOWEEN! ~Tara and April
Memorial Day 2014
Not just on Memorial Day, yet throughout the year, we think about the fallen as evidenced by our visit to Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery situated in San Diego County on the Fort Rosecrans Military reservation. There are interments that date to the early years of the California territory (mid 1800s), including the remains of…
HAPPY EASTER
H A P P Y E A S T E R from “The Sister Team”
Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act
In a speech given recently to a housing industry group, Michael Stegman, assistant Treasury Secretary for Housing Finance Policy, made a plea for renewal of the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act, which expired at the end of 2013. The act, first passed in 2007 and extended in 2009 and 2011, is what is commonly called…
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanza… Whatever you celebrate, we wish you the best this holiday season!!! Be safe, have fun, and most of all, be good to yourself and others!!! Wishing you all the happiness your hearts can embrace! ~Tara and April