Lake Arrowhead's "Kat" DeLong

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Trick or Treat Raffle Drawing by RE/MAX Lakeside ~ October 31, 2009

 Trick or Treat Raffle Drawing by RE/MAX Lakeside ~ October 31, 2009 in the Lake Arrowhead area of Blue Jay.

Adults... while you're out walking the little ones around Blue Jay Village to do their TRICK or TREATing, make sure you pop in RE/MAX Lakeside to "let us give the kiddies their treats AND to grab your FREE "Raffle Ticket" to win a $75. 00 Gift Certificate to ( click on Raffle Ticket Below to find out about the prize).  The raffle is open to anyone over the age of 18.

All you have to do is SHOW UP at RE/MAX LAKESIDE in Blue Jay!!!

TIME: 2:00 pm until 5:00 (drawing will be after 5:00 and you do NOT have to be present to win).

ADDRESS: 27169 State Highway 189 Suite 1(next door to Borderline Restaurant).

 

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

5 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 30 2009 04:24PM

Get Your Lake Arrowhead Mountain Home Ready for Winter

 Get Your Lake Arrowhead Mountain Home Ready for Winter

 Winter is just around the corner! I know, because several mornings this week, temps dipped to a burrrry 31 degrees. This was my first clue to getting the old cabin ready for winter. If mountain folks don't prepare, they may face some expensive problems (like broken pipes, for one). 

Below are a few tips to get your Lake Arrowhead (mountain) home"prepared" for "Old Man Winter."

Fireplace: It's a perfect time, if you haven't already, to call a Chimney Sweep. He/she can make sure your fireplace is not only clean, but safe.

Roof: Is your roof ready for rain and snow? A good check-up may be in order.

Landscaping: Sprinklers (irrigation systems) should be turned off and hoses drained.

Pipes! Make sure exposed pipes are "wrapped." These problems can be soooo expensive IF they freeze and burst.

Weekend cabin/home: If you're a part-timer, make sure you drain your pipes before heading home, and turn off the water. A SHUT OFF VALVE is an awesome item to have installed.

Doors and Windows: Weather-stripping and caulking should be your best friend!

Gutters: Clean them of leaves and pine-needles.

Power Outages: In case the power goes out (and it can!): Make sure you have plenty of candles, extra flashlights, loads of batteries & a lantern or two and matches.  Generators are always helpful.

Snow Equipment: Place your snow shovels in an easy-to-get-to spot. If you have a snow blower, it's a great time to take it for a "check up."

Food and Drinking Water: Bottled water and can(non-perishable) goods should be on hand (3-4 days...just in case)

Helpful (local) sites for tips and supplies:

  1. LAKE ARROWHEAD COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT(LACSD)
  2. RIM LUMBER HARDWARE
  3. AQUA FRIA HARDWARE

Enjoy your home... enjoy winter...don't be caught off guard.

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

5 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 30 2009 08:26AM

This WEEKEND in Lake Arrowhead October 30, 31 2009

 This WEEKEND in Lake Arrowhead October 30, 31 2009

OCTOBER 30, 2009

OCTOBER 31, 2009

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

1 comment • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 29 2009 08:12AM

Wordless Wednesday ~ October Sky in Lake Arrowhead

(I shared these pictures on FB of the Oct Sky in Lake Arrowhead, so for those folks who've seen them, I apologize the repeat).  UNTOUCHED, Mother Nature at Her best!

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

16 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 28 2009 08:29AM

LAKE ARROWHEAD & other Mountain area Real Estate MARKET REPORTS

Real Estate Market Chart by Altos Research www.altosresearch.com

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

5 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 27 2009 08:15PM

LAKEFRONT property in LAKE ARROWHEAD ~ How Many and How Much

LAKEFRONT property in LAKE ARROWHEAD ~ How Many and How Much

Lake Arrowhead is a private, man-made lake and to use the lake for recreational purposes (fishing and boating and swimming), you need to own property within certain boundaries (see map below) of the lake. This post will show you how many lakefront listings we have listed. Keep in mind we do, however, have 343 homes currently listed with "lake right" that are not lakefronts, ranging in price from $145,000 - $14,200,000.  Okay, back to lakefronts:

 ACTIVE Listings: 48    Prices:  $150,000 - $14,200,000 MEDIAN Price: $2,222,500

(the one lakefront for $150,000 is ONLY an "interest in")

PENDINGS:   2    Prices: $1,398,000 - $3,995,000  MEDIAN Price: $2,696,500

SOLDS: (since Jan 1, 09) 15    Sold Prices: $749,000 - $4,250,000  MEDIAN Price: $1,350,000 

Lake Rights Boundary Map Below

Shoreline and Docks Map Below

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

9 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 27 2009 07:36AM

The Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market at a Glance ~ Oct 25, 2009

The Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market at a Glance

LAKE ARROWHEAD AND ITS SURROUNDING AREAS

(All towns from Crestline to Green Valley Lake, including Lake Fronts)

Listings: 760      Prices: $44,900 - $14,200,000   MEDIAN PRICE: $375,000

Pendings:  122    Prices:  $39,000 - $3,995,000   MEDIAN PRICE: $175,000

Solds from: Oct 1 - to date: 56  Prices:  $51,500 - $2,800,000 MEDIAN PRICE:  $191,500

SOLDS Year-To-Date:  571  Price:   $31,900 - $4,250,000  MEDIAN PRICE: $195,000

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ARROWHEAD WOODS (What does this mean?)

Listings: 347      Prices: $145,900 - $3,450,000 MEDIAN PRICE $499,000  

Pendings:  37     Prices: $99,800 - $1295,000 MEDIAN PRICE:  $299,900

Solds from Oct 1 to date:  21   Price: $186,000 - $825,000  MEDIAN PRICE: $300,500

SOLDS   Year-To-Date:  210   Price: $119,900 - $1,650,000 MEDIAN PRICE:  $322,000

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LAKEFRONTS

Listings:  49   Prices:  $150,000 (an interest in) $500,000 - $14,200,000  MEDIAN PRICE: $2,195,000

Pendings:  2   Price: $1,3000 - $3,995,000  MEDIAN PRICE: $2,696,500

Solds Oct 1 to date:  3  Price: $749,000 - $2,800,000  SOLD Median Price: $1,100,000

SOLDS Year-To-Date:   15 Price: $749,000 - $4,250,000   MEDIAN PRICE: $1,350,000

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FIGURES ABOVE TAKEN FROM RIM OF THE WORLD MLS ONLY & ARE DEEMED RELIABLE, BUT NOT GUARANTEED

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

7 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 25 2009 08:03AM

The Lake Arrowhead Village ~ OctoberFest 2009

I shot this little vidoe from the upper deck on the Lake Arrowhead Village. The OctoberFest is going on and you can see there were plenty of people out enjoy it and our awesome fall weather.

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

1 comment • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 24 2009 09:04PM

RE/MAX Lakeside is where Kat hangs her Real Estate License!

RE/MAX Lakeside is where Kat hangs her Real Estate License! Right here in Lake Arrowhead CA

Sometimes we have to make moves (in business) to better improve ourselves and our business.  I recently did just that. Not because I didn't like my former company and its owner, as I did. This new move, I knew, would be a huge plus for my clients and me.

...and I am proud (MORE than proud) to announce that I am now with RE/MAX Lakeside right here in the Lake Arrowhead area.  My decision wasn't all about the RE/MAX name, which we all know is HUGE. It was also based on the owners of this particular RE/MAX franchise, Joann & Charlie Dickinson, whom I regard as very professional, honest, hard-working and caring people. Working with reputable people who put ethics first and do not take the word "integrity" lightly, mean the world to me.

Now about RE/MAX. There are so many great things I could say and go on and on, but I won't. I'll just point out (FACTS) what brought me to RE/MAX Lakeside:

  • Global brand recognition (& the Internet branding is out of this world)
  • A global network of nearly 100,000 Sales Associates ( I consider this a big team)
  • All home listings in thousands of towns and cities can be found at RE/MAX.com which is the most visited franchise website.
  • RE/MAX sales more Real Estate than any other company (I'd say that is what sellers are looking for in a company when they want to get their home sold)
  • RE/MAX has raised over $100 million for foundations such as Susan G Komen (Breast Cancer), Children's Miracle Network & The Sentinels of Freedom Foundation.  I'm loving this!!!

So, for all your Real Estate needs in Lake Arrowhead and the surrounding mountains towns, consider Kat. Consider RE/MAX Lakeside. You won't be sorry.

Address: 27169 State Highway 189, Blue Jay CA 92317 in the Lake Arrowhead area.

Phone: 909-337-9999

 

 

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

10 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 24 2009 10:47AM

What's Happening in, and around, Lake Arrowhead this weekend - Oct 23, 2009

Thought I let you all know what's going on this weekend here in Lake Arrowhead, in case you want to "Come Up for Air" and enjoy our beautiful fall weather, AND fall colors. The trees are alive with brilliant reds, oranges, yellows and golds. They're breathtaking!

  • Tonight, Friday 23, 2009, come down to the Lake Arrowhead Village and check out "Locals Night October-fest & Market." This happens every Friday evening from 4-7 through October 30. Directions & Map to Lake Arrowhead Village

  • Bring the whole family to the Mountain Astrology Village (Rim of The World High School on Observatory Way) Saturday, October 24, 2009 from 7-9 to learn about "Today's Universe."  Call 909-336-1699 for more info. Or email stargazersmail@mountain-skies.org. Address: 2001 Observatory Way, Lake Arrowhead, CA. 92352

  • Head to Lake Gregory Saturday, October 24th, 2009 for their "350 Climate Rally & Walk."  The Mountain Group and the Sierra Club are inviting everyone for their Walk & Learn how-to help reduce our global carbon to 350 parts per million in hopes of keeping the environment balanced. Walk begins at 10AM on the south shore parking lot. Email Sue Walker: svwalker@gmail.com. Map & Directions

  • How about a "Fall Open House" at Carol's Place at the Gallery? Mike, Carol, and Darren hope you'll join them for a great afternoon of art, friends and yummy food. And talk about fall colors; you will see them here!  Check out the hand-painted ceramic holiday gifts & chess sets from local Artisan, Mike Hibbard. View the latest watercolor paintings and graphite sketches of another local Artisan, Darren Parker.   The OPEN HOUSE is on Sunday October 24th 2009 from 12-5PM.  Click here for Map & Directions.

 

  • Like matinees? Then head to the Rim Drama Stages Comedy "Arsenic and Old Lace" performed by the Rim Theatrical Society. Evening shows begin at 7PM through October 25. There will be a 2:00PM matinee on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25. Cost: $10.00, students with ASB cards pay $8.00. For more info check out The Drama Club.    Click here for Map & Directions   

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

5 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 23 2009 11:44AM

Beautiful Lake Arrowhead Home Waiting for You

Enjoy the Peace & Quiet


Overview
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Market Stats
$547,525
Single Family Home
For Sale
Main Features
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 3400 sqft
Location
27100 IRONWOOD LANE
LAKE ARROWHEAD, CA 92352
Kat DeLong

 Kat DeLong

RE/MAX LAKESIDE
(909) 273-4542
lakearrowheadkat@hotmail.com
http://www.socalakearrowhead.com



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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

5 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 22 2009 08:40PM

How Does It Feel To Be a Plagiarizer?

Absolutely one of the most important posts you NEED to read.  THANKS Woo-Hoo Sally.

Via Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman HAWAII Relocations & Real Estate (Century 21 Liberty Homes):

We blog so we can give the consumer information regarding the Real Estate Industry, our Local Areas, Businesses while giving them a bit about ourselves. It's a shame when one of those consumers reads something and then Googles it to look for other articles and finds out it's on another website too...written by another person. Or they see the same picture from one author or site and then see it on another. Shame, shame, shame.

 It's stealing...it's plagiarism and you could be sued or heavily fined!

We talk about transparency and writing as if we're 'talking' with the person. Through our writing the reader will determine just how sincere and REAL we are. Especially when they finally pick up the phone and contact us. You better be like the person in those stories you're 'writing' lest the reader loses interest...REAL QUICK.

We write OUR OWN words and use our own pictures.

This is the whole essence of blogging with ORIGINAL content so everyone who reads will ‘feel' a bit of who we are as a person as well. If you cut corners and steal, borrow, copy or even think that just because you ‘gave credit' to the photographer or the writer...it's wrong if you didn't get written permission.

In our industry we get EVERYTHING in writing.

Following are wonderful 'oldies but goodies' for those that THINK they are above the law:

  1. Taking a stand of copyright violations by the Active Rain Real Estate Network This can have a very adverse effect on the community as a whole and must be stopped. 
  2. TLW (The Lovely Wife) wrote about If You Think It Can't Happen To You...You'd Be Wrong About That...ROAR! and copyright laws when it comes to PICTURES IN YOUR POSTS on your blog. Read why she and BB are very careful about what pictures they insert into their posts.
  3. PLAGIARISM, COPYRIGHT AND GOOGLE JUICE is one article of Lenn Harley'sthat IS a must read.  One of the points Lenn states is:     "Destain for the law.   The copyright law doesn't apply to them or it only applies of they get caught and then only if the owner of the intellectual property is willing or able to enforce their copyright."
  4. "A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words? How About a Thousand Dollars?" Community Guidelines Re-Visited  Rich Jacobson explains that ‘this guideline is extremely important, and will help to keep your hard-earmed money where it belongs and your butt out of court. It reads as follows:  Respect copyrights. Only upload content/images that you have the right to use (what you have paid for or own), and whose copyright rules allow for commercial use.'
  5. Blog Photos: How to use images from the Internet and not get sued  Kathy McGraw opens a group in Flickr where they use the ‘Creative Commons License' for people who truly want to share and allow commercial use. Check it out here:  Foto Share Shop for Bloggers  

Just as in our business....... 

Think Twice and when in doubt......ASK!

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

5 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 22 2009 09:05AM

UCLA Conference Center Host ITS Locals Dinner Night ~ Oct 22, 2009 ~ Go Bruins!

Hear ye...hear ye... This coming Thurdays is Local's Dinner Night at our beautiful UCLA CONFERENCE CENTER here in Lake Arrowhead. Now I don't want to brag (okay, I do), but my youngest is a chef at the Conference Center (10 years now), so I am certain you'll get the best meal ever!

Okay, enough of the mother stuff, here are the details:

  • Starts at 5:30
  • Social Hour (5:30 - 6:30) with a No-Host bar
  • Four Course Dinner beginning at 6:30
  • Program following dinner featureing County Supervisor Neil Derry
  • Call 909-337-8200 for tickets.

    Map & Location

Click here to read the history & other information about UCLA Conference Center

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• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

5 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 20 2009 09:17PM

Mountain Market Report from Crestline to Big Bear ~ October 20 2009

Real Estate Market Chart by Altos Research www.altosresearch.com

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Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

2 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 20 2009 08:28PM

Worried Your Home Won't Appraise at The Purchase Price? See these HELPFUL tips.

 Worried Your Home Won't Appraise at The Purchase Price? See these HELPFUL Tips.

We ALL want to get the best price for our home when we're planning to sell (or re-financing). Nowadays, even if you think you've priced it right (once your Realtor has presented you with recent comparable solds in your area) and when you get a ready & willing buyer to sign on the dotted line, it doesn't mean the home will appraise. The following tips may help this happen (and they'll help get your home prepared to SHOW to the buyers):

  1. First of all, PUT ON YOUR BUYER SHOES. Tryand detach emotionally from your house.
  2. Curb appeal: Let's face it, you have to get the buyers out of their car! When they pull up, you want them to be "WOWd!"   You ALSO want the appraiser WOW'd.
  3. Cut the grass. Plant some colorful flowers. PAINT if needed. Fix cracks in the driveway. De-clutter: pick up the kids trikes and bikes. Just like inside the house, everything should be in its place.
  4. Inside: Update the carpeting. Nothing is worse than dirty, old shag carpeting. Or, even clean, OLD shag carpeting. New carpeting gives the home that "fresh" look and SMELL.
  5. CLEAN the house (every room!) by using some elbow grease! Paint if needed. De-clutter. Organize.
  6. The Garage: Organize. Organize. Organize. If you don't need it, get rid (donate it or trash it) of it. You want the buyer (uh, appraiser) to walk into this garage and see he/she can parked there.

Of course, square footage is a BIG factor, and there's little you can do about that, unless you plan to make additions before you sell. But to work with what you have, think about those tips above. They help sell both the buyer and the appraiser.

 

 

 

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Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

13 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 19 2009 09:24AM

Foreclosure or Short Sale--What's the Difference?

Important post on the difference between a Short Sale and a Foreclosed Home!!!

Via Debe Maxwell, Realtor® Let's Talk CHARLOTTE! (Helen Adams Realty):

Foreclosure or Short Sale--What's the Difference?

Losing your home to foreclosure is a painful event that continues to haunt you long after your home has gone back to the bank.  Your credit score is severely affected and, regrettably, most people cannot be sure that they will remain safe from foreclosure because they haven't foreseen the "unexpected."  Such events as serious illness, a major accident, divorce or job loss can happen to anyone at anytime.  It’s a good idea to understand the available alternatives should such devistating events occur in your life.  
short sales charlotte nc


So, what IS the difference between a foreclosure and a short sale?  Simply put, the homeowner still owns the property with a short sale; when a property has been foreclosed upon, the BANK/LENDER owns it.  The foreclosure process is quite expensive for the banks/lenders so, they generally PREFER you short sell the property than for them to proceed with a foreclosure.  With a short sale, the owner still lives in the property and maintains it as normal--with a foreclosure, the distressed property is left vacant and is generally in ill-repair.  

Let us help YOUA short sale MUST be listed in your local MLS with a Realtor®.  Your short sale specialist works to negotiate the short sale FOR you and follow the process all the way to Closing on your property with you.  The bank/lender MUST reach an agreement with you and  your buyer as to price and other contractural agreements as well as a Closing date. Again, your short sale specialist handles the communication of this entire process for YOU.

As well, with a short sale, the damage to your credit is far less extensive as with a foreclosure.  A short sale can be erased from your credit in as short a period as 6 months and can take up to 2 years as opposed to at least 7 years with a foreclosure.  The ability to get a handle on your finances early in the game is imperative--contacting your Charlotte NC short sale specialist can save you more than you know.  You are able to reside in the property until the deal is Closed--a far more 'respectable' alternative to being evicted when the bank forecloses on the property.  

Foreclosure is, by far, the worst available option for you.   The result of a foreclosure is the lender taking ownership of your home/property. You will not only lose your property but, the bank/lender can obtain a judgment against you for the amount that you owe plus the costs for the foreclosure process that the bank/lender incurs. Your credit will be ruined for many years to come, further worsening your financial situation.  This makes obtaining any credit, incredibly difficult.  There is absolutely nothing positive about foreclosure. Avoid foreclosure at all costs.

 

charlotte NC Short SalesConsider a short sale rather than allowing a foreclosure on your property.  A short sale is an option for property owners with serious financial issues. In the case of a short sale, one sells their home for less than what they owe the bank/lender. Some lenders will not agree to a short sale however, most prefer it to going through the lending institution's expense of a foreclosure.  This is a time that you MUST have someone working for you that KNOWS short sales.  Experts advise pursuing a short the minute you realize that you are in trouble.  The longer you wait and the farther behind in your mortgage that you get, the less likely your bank/lender is willing to allow a short sale.

Any option is better than foreclosure!  Do everything that you can before foreclosure occurs and do it as quickly as you possibly can. DO NOT WAIT!  Consider a short sale and check with a short sale specialist before foreclosure is the only option remaining for you.  

Don’t do this alone!  Having someone to work on your behalf is priceless.  Facing foreclosure is horrifying and going it alone is one of the most overwhelming experiences you can face in life.  A short sale specialist is imperative in getting through this process with both dignity and composure.  Don't let pride stand in your way of contacting a short sale specialist--this is our JOB and we do understand.  Let us do our job and help you through this proess so that you can avoid foreclosure.  

You NEED an experienced Charlotte NC short sale specialist!  Contact us today so that we can help YOU.

Debe in Charlotte   

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Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

2 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 19 2009 08:15AM

Tavern Bay Delight ~ Price Reduction

TAVERN BAY DELIGHT


Overview
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Description
Neighborhood
Market Stats
$674,900
Single Family Home
For Sale
Main Features
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 3300 sqft
Lot: 9,000 sqft
Location
28458 NORTH SHORE RD
LAKE ARROWHEAD, CA 92352
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Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

9 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 17 2009 09:39AM

19th Annual Pumpkin Patch at Jensen's in Blue Jay October 17 & 18 2009

19th Annual Pumpkin Patch at Jensen's in Blue Jay October 17 & 18 2009

It's that time of year AGAIN!! It is the 19th Annual Pumpkin Patch  hosted by  JENSENS SUPERMARKET, in BLUE JAY, CA. This is a special time for familys, so come on up and come on out.

 BLUE JAY is in Lake Arrowhead, which is in the Southern California San Bernardino Mountains.  See directions below.

What else does Blue Jay have to offer? TONS! Just park and go...shopping at Country Furniture, Little Folks Bookshoppe & Toys,  the pet store, The Blue Jay Library,  to name a few places. 

Or, go see a movie at the Blue Jay Theater.

How about FOOD? Oh, we have plenty of places to grab a bite or have a big, fancy meal, like Bill's Village Coffee Shop, Borderline, McDonald's, Royal Oak and MORE.

 

Here's what you'll see at the Pumpkin Patch:

  • Face Painting
  • Air Jumper
  • Sandy Candy
  • Game Booths
  • Refreshments

DATE: October 17 & 18th 2009  Time of event: 10:00 - 4:00 PM

Where: JENSEN'S PARKING LOT (see directions below)

Click HERE for directions.

Read all about Blue Jay's Jensen's Supermarket beginnging, which is an awesome story.

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

5 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 16 2009 01:10PM

Lake Arrowhead Weather and Climate information ~ Thought You'd Like to Know

Lake Arrowhead Weather and Climate information  ~ Thought You'd Like to Know

People ask me all the time what are our summer & winter temps? Well, let me give you a run down for each month/season. Of course these figures may change year to year, but on an average these figures are fairly close.

One of the most special things about Lake Arrowhead is that it gets approximately 310 days of sunshine a year!!!!  

 Average Perspiration:  38.8"   (110) a year.

MONTH

AVE HIGH

AVE LOW

January

45

28

February

48

30

March

52

31

April

59

34

May

66

41

June

75

48

July

81

56

August

80

56

September

75

50

October

65

42

November

52

34

December

45

29

 

 

 

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

5 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 15 2009 09:07PM

Chinese Drywall is causing problems. And insurance is being pulled on those homes.

Very important message here and this issue is popping up daily.

Via Rick Hauser, ABR, GRI, Excl. BUYER AGENT CERTIFIED NEGOTIATION EXPERT (CNE) (Relocation Advisors Group - CHICAGO IL AND SUBURBS):

In West Palm Beach Florida - a couple recently discovered that their relaxing retirement was put on hold when they discovered their new home had been built with Chinese drywall that emits sulfuric fumes and corrodes pipes. It got worse when they asked their insurer for help -- and not only was their claim denied, but they've been told their entire policy won't be renewed.

Thousands of homeowners nationwide who bought new houses constructed from the defective building materials are finding their hopes dashed, their lives in limbo.

Insurers drop policies or send notices of non-renewal based on the presence of the Chinese drywall.

At least three insurers have already canceled or refused to renew policies after homeowners sought their help replacing the bad wallboard. Because mortgage companies require homeowners to insure their properties, they are then at risk of foreclosure, yet no law prevents the cancellations.

During the height of the U.S. housing boom, with building materials in short supply, American construction companies imported millions of pounds of Chinese-made drywall because it was abundant and cheap.

An Associated Press analysis of shipping records found that more than 500 million pounds of Chinese gypsum board was imported between 2004 and 2008 -- enough to have built tens of thousands of homes.  Shipments were heavily concentrated in the Southeast, especially Florida.

The defective materials have been found to emit "volatile sulfur compounds," and contain traces of strontium sulfide, which can produce a rotten-egg odor, along with organic compounds not found in American-made drywall.

Homeowners complain the fumes are corroding copper pipes, destroying TVs and air conditioners, and blackening jewelry and silverware. Some believe the wallboard is also making them ill.

The federal government is studying the problem and considering some sort of relief for homeowners.

Homeowners have little recourse since neither the Chinese manufacturers nor the Chinese government are likely to respond to any lawsuits or reimburse them for the defective drywall.

Insurers learn of the drywall through a claim filed by the homeowner seeking financial help with its removal.

Insurance companies consider the drywall a pre-existing condition that could lead to future damage, which is why the company won't renew the policy unless the problem is fixed.

Even if a homeowner does not file a claim over the drywall and remains covered, they could later be denied a claim for a fire or another calamity if insurance investigators determine the home contained undisclosed Chinese drywall.

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT  ~ CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

4 comments • Kat DeLong, REALTOR, Lake Arrowhead CA, Lists & Sells Real Estate, DRE# 01235311 • October 15 2009 03:09PM