Archive for October, 2008

RIP Jeremiah Finton Lasater: 14-Year-Old Bullied to Death at Vasquez High

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008 Posted in Editorial | 6 Comments »

Student commits suicide in high school restroom after being tormented and bullied on a daily basis because he was "different". Caution: This post may be considered to be controversial by some, ... Read more..

SoCal Home Sales up 65% in September

Tuesday, October 21st, 2008 Posted in Foreclosures and Short Sales, Real Estate Market Activity, Santa Clarita Real Estate | 2 Comments »

Homes sales in Southern California area are up 65% for September 2008 as compared to the same period last year. The good news for the Southern California economy is that homes are ... Read more..

California Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Programs are Still Available

Tuesday, October 14th, 2008 Posted in First Time Homebuyers, Money Saving Tips, Santa Clarita Real Estate | 1 Comment »

California Housing Agency offers down payment assistance to qualified first time homebuyers. One of the biggest challenges facing first time homebuyers is coming up with enough money for a down payment. Fortunately, ... Read more..

Homesteading as Protection Against Creditors

Sunday, October 12th, 2008 Posted in Money Saving Tips, Santa Clarita Real Estate | 5 Comments »

Homestead protection may save your home and your home equity from unsecured creditors. Homesteading in California can provide up to $150,000 in protection against creditors who may sue to force you to sell ... Read more..

Homebuilders to Standardize Features and Build Smaller Homes to Increase Profits

Sunday, October 12th, 2008 Posted in New Construction, Santa Clarita Real Estate | 2 Comments »

Builders cut home sizes and building costs in hopes of selling more homes and increasing their bottom line. KB Home has announced plans to introduce smaller homes with simplified designs in an ... Read more..

Energy Tax Credits Extended for 2009

Thursday, October 9th, 2008 Posted in Green Living, Money Saving Tips, Santa Clarita Real Estate | 2 Comments »

Federal tax credits for energy efficient home improvements have been extended into 2009. The recently-signed "Emergency Economic Stabilisation Act of 2008" included an extension of the residential tax credits for energy ... Read more..

Foreclosure Report for Los Angeles County 3rd Quarter 2008

Friday, October 3rd, 2008 Posted in Foreclosures and Short Sales, Santa Clarita Real Estate | 1 Comment »

Foreclosures continue to rise in Los Angeles County, although Santa Clarita foreclosures still remain relatively low compared to the surrounding areas. Foreclosure auctions (trustee sales) continue to rise in Los Angeles County ... Read more..