Financial Literacy With schools focused on core subjects, there isn't a lot of room for teaching financial literacy. If you want your child to be smart about money, it's up to you. The need for children to receive a basic education in money matters is all too apparent now that the nation is facing what some experts are calling the most serious economic meltdown since the Great Depression. Not only...
San Bernardino Police Foundation Wed, Mar 15, 2017, 6:00 PM – Wed, May 3, 2017, 8:00 PM 710 N D St. San Bernardino, CA 92410 Please join the Citizens Academy where you will have the opportunity to learn about several different facets of the Police Department. It is an 8-week course that is held every Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Police Station. Here is the schedule for this class although it is...
Existing-Home Sales Slide in December 2016 Sales Best Since 2006 Existing-home sales had a banner 2016, amounting to 5.45 million—an increase from 5.25 million in 2015 and a decade-high from 6.48 million in 2006, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Overall, 2016 was a “good year for the housing market,” says NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. “Solid job creation...
9 Reasons You Need An Agent Are you thinking of buying or selling a home this year, or know someone who is? Whether it’s your first time dipping your toe in the real estate world or your fifth, it’s important to have an agent you trust by your side to help you through the process and serve you after the sale. The information I’m sending this month outlines nine reasons to enlist the aid of an...
When a home has particular energy-related problems, homeowners (or potential buyers) can begin diagnostic process. Although it is not a replacement for professional evaluation, the Do It Yourself approach can uncover problems for quick fixes or further investigation. Inspect the items on the list and make notes about problems. The list and notes will serve as a to-do list for tackling problem areas and...
San Bernardino Christmas Party San Bernardino is having a Christmas Party at Wildwood Park on Tuesday, December 13 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:p.m. They are gathering to welcome Santa and his friends at the end of their parade journey through the north end of San Bernardino around 8pm. Starting at dusk, the movie, THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS will be playing on the big screen. Bring your blankets and lawn...
When Is The Right Time To Sell Your Home? If you are like so many homeowners today, you are not living in your "forever home" right at the moment. Rather, the home you currently reside in is a stepping stone to get you just that much closer to your dream house. It is likely that you are always keeping one eye on your home and the other eye on the housing market, trying to figure out when the time is...