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Joan Patterson, B.A, G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Buyers, have you even toured homes that do not smell well at all and that is a total turn off when you are out looking at a home? Well, I know I have shown many homes in the Inland Empire and have watched my buyers expressions when we have entered into a home that smells bad and also is messy. How on earth do you think a home will sell if it does not even appeal to the buyer?
Sellers, do you know that you have 8 seconds to make up a buyer's mind if he or she even wants to come into your home any further? If they smell a bad, foul smell such as fish that had been fried the night before, cigarette smoke, cat litter, or any other smell that may be offensive, they will not even walk your entire home.
What I always tell my sellers is to try to have some good scents going on throughout the home. There are many great ways to make your home smell great. Of course, you cannot please everyone, but if you have a nice orange scent, or vanilla scent going on, it may make the buyer subconsciously think of something baking in the oven which in turn makes them feel that this could possibly be their home.
You not only have to appeal to the eyes, but the subconscious when selling a home...make the buyer fall in love with your home if you want it to sell. Step back and try to look at it without your "seller eyes" and get out your "buyer eyes." Would YOU buy your own home in the condition it's in?
Joan Patterson
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
FHA Buyers Will Start Paying Mortgage Insurance For The Life Of The Loan
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Joan Patterson, B.A, G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
It has been brought to my attention that FHA buyers will start paying MIP (Mortgage Insurance Premium) for the life of the loan regardless of the value of their home in 5 years. It used to be that if after 5 years the home value reached 22% equity in their home they could have the MIP insurance removed. Well, this could all change.
It's in the works now which is bad for FHA borrowers. But, here is the deal, if your credit scores are high enough and you can get an Conventional loan, then go for the one that is 5% down. That way, you will save money instead of paying the MIP. Which by the way if you were making a purchase of $400,000 you would save $323 a month if you did not use FHA.
If I can help you with any real estate information, please don't hesitate to contact me direct at 951-204-1864. Looking forward to helping you!
Joan
Joan Patterson, B.A, G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
It has been brought to my attention that FHA buyers will start paying MIP (Mortgage Insurance Premium) for the life of the loan regardless of the value of their home in 5 years. It used to be that if after 5 years the home value reached 22% equity in their home they could have the MIP insurance removed. Well, this could all change.
It's in the works now which is bad for FHA borrowers. But, here is the deal, if your credit scores are high enough and you can get an Conventional loan, then go for the one that is 5% down. That way, you will save money instead of paying the MIP. Which by the way if you were making a purchase of $400,000 you would save $323 a month if you did not use FHA.
If I can help you with any real estate information, please don't hesitate to contact me direct at 951-204-1864. Looking forward to helping you!
Joan
Saturday, November 24, 2012
Christmas has Begun at Victoria Gardens Mall, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrealty.com Joan Patterson, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
This is the Christmas tree unlit
Santa is waiting for you to take pictures with him!
Look at the tree at night! Beautiful!
My grand daughter being Rudolph!
My grand daughter being Santa!
The holidays are here again! Can you believe it? And, the hustle and bustle of everyone shopping for Christmas presents is amazing! Here in Rancho Cucamonga, California, at Victoria Gardens Mall, the streets are flooded with people! There are so many great stores along with restaurants to enjoy! There is even a library, and a place to see plays! Even a small park for the kiddos to play while you sit by the food court and watch them.
Happy shopping and of course Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
8250 White Oak, Ste 102
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
951-204-1864
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Happy shopping and of course Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
8250 White Oak, Ste 102
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
951-204-1864
http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrealty.com
Friday, November 16, 2012
Buyers in the Inland Empire-Here are a few things you need before moving into your property
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Buyers in the Inland Empire-and everywhere actually! This is for you when you have purchased your home. Here are a few things you should do before moving into your home.
I always tell my buyers when they are buying with me in the Inland Empire of Southern California, that the very first thing they need to do is to have the locks changed. You don't know who has a key to the prior lock and you certainly would not want anyone coming in to your new home unexpectedly.
The second thing I would tell you is to have an exterminator come in to make sure there are no critters in your home (including the attic). Spiders, and other bugs can be inside and you may not know it. So, I would do this as the next step.
Have your home's carpet steam cleaned now before you move all your furniture into it. You can also have your tile and grout cleaned. It is always easier than having to move your furniture. I would do it before moving in.
Check your circuit breaker too. It is always important to know what turns what off and on. If you had a home inspection, your inspector should have looked at this and told you if it was labeled properly so that would make things easier for you. I always recommend a home inspection to be performed before you even get very far into your escrow.
Find out where your water main is to your home. This is very important. You just never know when you may have to turn it off. I have had to do that at my home for various reasons and it was good to know!
Of course, you should do all the normal cleaning under sinks and cabinets. Make sure there are no water leaks. This too, should have been found on your physical inspection. But, things happen sometimes, so it does not hurt to do this while you are cleaning everything out.
That should do it! Good luck, and if I can help you find a home anywhere in the Inland Empire, please give me a call at 951-204-1864! I look forward to helping you!
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
8250 White Oak Avenue, Ste 102
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
951-204-1864
http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrancho.com
Buyers in the Inland Empire-and everywhere actually! This is for you when you have purchased your home. Here are a few things you should do before moving into your home.
I always tell my buyers when they are buying with me in the Inland Empire of Southern California, that the very first thing they need to do is to have the locks changed. You don't know who has a key to the prior lock and you certainly would not want anyone coming in to your new home unexpectedly.
The second thing I would tell you is to have an exterminator come in to make sure there are no critters in your home (including the attic). Spiders, and other bugs can be inside and you may not know it. So, I would do this as the next step.
Have your home's carpet steam cleaned now before you move all your furniture into it. You can also have your tile and grout cleaned. It is always easier than having to move your furniture. I would do it before moving in.
Check your circuit breaker too. It is always important to know what turns what off and on. If you had a home inspection, your inspector should have looked at this and told you if it was labeled properly so that would make things easier for you. I always recommend a home inspection to be performed before you even get very far into your escrow.
Find out where your water main is to your home. This is very important. You just never know when you may have to turn it off. I have had to do that at my home for various reasons and it was good to know!
Of course, you should do all the normal cleaning under sinks and cabinets. Make sure there are no water leaks. This too, should have been found on your physical inspection. But, things happen sometimes, so it does not hurt to do this while you are cleaning everything out.
That should do it! Good luck, and if I can help you find a home anywhere in the Inland Empire, please give me a call at 951-204-1864! I look forward to helping you!
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
8250 White Oak Avenue, Ste 102
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
951-204-1864
http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrancho.com
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Buyers-Here is a Tip to Make Your Offer Stand Out!
Buyers, I know how frustrating it may be for you to find a home right now with the lack of inventory in the Inland Empire. It can be really frustrating as right now, there is such a shortage of homes that it is not even funny. There is so much competition out there that as soon as a home hits the market, it has 10 offers in the first day (of course there are the exceptions to the rules too-it won't sell if it's over priced etc) so you get the idea.
Buyers, I cannot stress to you enough that when you are ready to look for a home in the Inland Empire, that you contact an agent like myself to guide you through finding a home. You cannot just call an agent and say that you would like to go out looking at homes because you just want to. You must get pre-approved with a lender to determine how much you can qualify for. This is what I do with all my buyers from the first time I talk with them. Once this is done, and we know the amount, I can send you homes, our you can send me homes you are interested in as well.
This is where the fun comes in, we go out and look at homes. We must get out there quickly before someone else grabs the home. It has been so crazy these days to shop for a home. If you decide you like a home and want to make an offer we can do it right away. But, one thing I always like to do is to make our offers stand out a bit more than the other agents that just want to get their offers in. I like our offer to be a bit more personal because after all, it is a personal thing to purchase someone else's home. I tell my buyers to write a letter about how much they love the home, what features they love the most and you know what? Nine times out of ten our offer gets accepted because it stood out.
I know this works because most sellers do love it when someone else will come in and love their home as much as they did. It makes them feel good to sell to someone that appreciates all their hard work they put into their home.
If I can help you buy or sell a home in the Inland Empire, just give me a call at 951-204-1864 or you can search the MLS on my website at http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrancho.com I look forward to helping you buy your first home or your dream home.
Kind regards,
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
8250 White Oak Avenue, Ste 102
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
951-204-1864
http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrealty.com
Buyers, I cannot stress to you enough that when you are ready to look for a home in the Inland Empire, that you contact an agent like myself to guide you through finding a home. You cannot just call an agent and say that you would like to go out looking at homes because you just want to. You must get pre-approved with a lender to determine how much you can qualify for. This is what I do with all my buyers from the first time I talk with them. Once this is done, and we know the amount, I can send you homes, our you can send me homes you are interested in as well.
This is where the fun comes in, we go out and look at homes. We must get out there quickly before someone else grabs the home. It has been so crazy these days to shop for a home. If you decide you like a home and want to make an offer we can do it right away. But, one thing I always like to do is to make our offers stand out a bit more than the other agents that just want to get their offers in. I like our offer to be a bit more personal because after all, it is a personal thing to purchase someone else's home. I tell my buyers to write a letter about how much they love the home, what features they love the most and you know what? Nine times out of ten our offer gets accepted because it stood out.
I know this works because most sellers do love it when someone else will come in and love their home as much as they did. It makes them feel good to sell to someone that appreciates all their hard work they put into their home.
If I can help you buy or sell a home in the Inland Empire, just give me a call at 951-204-1864 or you can search the MLS on my website at http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrancho.com I look forward to helping you buy your first home or your dream home.
Kind regards,
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
8250 White Oak Avenue, Ste 102
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
951-204-1864
http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrealty.com
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Why Should You Sell Your Home Around The Holidays?
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These are just some of the pros as to why you should list during the holidays. And, yes, I am sure you are not wanting people in and out of your house on some days so you can let your real estate agent know this so she can put this information in the MLS. You can always have your home shown by appointment only so you are not inconvenienced.
Happy holidays a bit early!
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
8250 White Oak Avenue, Ste 102
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
951-204-1864
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Saturday, November 10, 2012
The Inland Empire/Operation Community Cares and Veteran's Day
Http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrealty.com Joan Patterson, Realtor, License #01431647
951-204-1864
First of all, I would like to say thank you to all the Veterans that have and that are serving our Country. Without you, our Country would not be what it is today.
Here in Rancho Cucamonga, California I am often humbled by what Operation Community Cares does for our men and women serving overseas.
Ryan Orr, who is in charge of this non-profit company is wonderful. His heart for helping our service men and women is something I wish we all could be like. He heads up this great company and they get together and pack boxes for our service men and women. In fact, the next one is November 17th, 2012 at 8:00-the information is below. You can visit their website at http://operationcommunitycares.org
951-204-1864
First of all, I would like to say thank you to all the Veterans that have and that are serving our Country. Without you, our Country would not be what it is today.
Here in Rancho Cucamonga, California I am often humbled by what Operation Community Cares does for our men and women serving overseas.
Ryan Orr, who is in charge of this non-profit company is wonderful. His heart for helping our service men and women is something I wish we all could be like. He heads up this great company and they get together and pack boxes for our service men and women. In fact, the next one is November 17th, 2012 at 8:00-the information is below. You can visit their website at http://operationcommunitycares.org
| November 17, 2012 8:00 am to 1:00 pm CBC Church 9090 19th Street Alta Loma, CA 91701 909-767-0718 | View Larger Map |
Suggested Items
The donations received through Operation Community Cares go directly to the Service People that are a part of our network (Click here to see Letters from Troops to O.C.C.).
Here are a few of the items that can be donated:
BIGGEST REQUESTS ARE FOR
* HOT SAUCE
* ZIP LOCK BAGS
* BABY WIPES (Gallon Size)
* ZIP LOCK BAGS
* BABY WIPES (Gallon Size)
FOOD, SNACKS AND DRINKS:
* SLIM JIM’S / BEEF JERKEY
* COFFEE (Ground or whole; instant or drip. Ground is preferred)
* POWDER DRINK MIX (Gatorade, Kool-Aid, Crystal Light)
* SUNFLOWER SEEDS & PUMPKIN SEEDS
* TUNA & CHICKEN SALAD (in foil pouches, or ready-to-eat kits (no cans)
* PROTEIN POWDER & PROTEIN BARS
* Hot Chocolate packets, Herbal teas
* Hard Pretzels / Cheetos / Fritos / Chex Mix / Wheat Thins / Ritz
* Gum / Hard Candy (must be individually wrapped in large bags)
* Granola Bars / Power Bars / Cereal Bars / Cliff Bars
* Fig Newtons, Oreos, Cheese & Crackers – Small Packs
* Trail Mix, Dried Fruit, Granola, Fruit Roll-Ups / Fruit By The Foot / Fruit Gummies
* DRY SOUP: (Ramen Noodles / Cup-O-Soup: just add water)
* NUTS: Peanuts, Mixed Nuts (salted preferred)
* MICROWAVE FOOD (Popcorn, Chef-Boy-R-Dee, Mac’n’Cheese…)
* COOKIES / Girl Scout Cookies (with chocolate: Oct. – Feb. only!)
* Rice Krispie Treats (Store-bought only)
* Little Debbies® & Hostess® cake products
* Oatmeal Packs (Instant: just add water)
* Cereal (Small, individual boxes)
* Condiments, Spices; Sugar; Salad Dressing (no glass jars)
* Caffeinated gum or candy (to stay alert)
* COFFEE (Ground or whole; instant or drip. Ground is preferred)
* POWDER DRINK MIX (Gatorade, Kool-Aid, Crystal Light)
* SUNFLOWER SEEDS & PUMPKIN SEEDS
* TUNA & CHICKEN SALAD (in foil pouches, or ready-to-eat kits (no cans)
* PROTEIN POWDER & PROTEIN BARS
* Hot Chocolate packets, Herbal teas
* Hard Pretzels / Cheetos / Fritos / Chex Mix / Wheat Thins / Ritz
* Gum / Hard Candy (must be individually wrapped in large bags)
* Granola Bars / Power Bars / Cereal Bars / Cliff Bars
* Fig Newtons, Oreos, Cheese & Crackers – Small Packs
* Trail Mix, Dried Fruit, Granola, Fruit Roll-Ups / Fruit By The Foot / Fruit Gummies
* DRY SOUP: (Ramen Noodles / Cup-O-Soup: just add water)
* NUTS: Peanuts, Mixed Nuts (salted preferred)
* MICROWAVE FOOD (Popcorn, Chef-Boy-R-Dee, Mac’n’Cheese…)
* COOKIES / Girl Scout Cookies (with chocolate: Oct. – Feb. only!)
* Rice Krispie Treats (Store-bought only)
* Little Debbies® & Hostess® cake products
* Oatmeal Packs (Instant: just add water)
* Cereal (Small, individual boxes)
* Condiments, Spices; Sugar; Salad Dressing (no glass jars)
* Caffeinated gum or candy (to stay alert)
TOILETRIES: NO HOTEL SAMPLES!
(Note: Some troops have allergies & need Brand Name toiletries which list all ingredients. The military issues toiletries to our troops, however troops often miss their favorite brand of shampoo or soap. Our goal is to send troops reminders of home & items they miss … not free samples.)
* BABY WIPES (travel size)
* HAND SANITIZER (travel size)
* Body Wash, Liquid Soap, Facial Cleanser
* Shampoo /Conditioner (travel size)
* Hair Gel (for female troops to pull hair back)
* Combs / Brushes
* Deodorant (travel size)
* Razors (disposable or “Intuition” or “Mach 3″ types)
* Chapstick
* Baby Powder & Foot Powder (travel size)
* Tissues (individual packs; travel size only)
* Hand & Body Lotion / Moisturizer (travel size)
* Sunblock, SPF 45, Zinc, Vitamin E, Aloe Vera Gel
* Bug Spray / DEET / Skin-So-Soft
* Mouthwash (travel size)
* Toothpaste & Toothbrushes & Dental Floss
* Breath Mints / Breath Strips
* Lozenges / Cough Drops
* Sponges / Buff Puffs / Washcloths
* Nail files / Emery Boards / Nail Clippers
* Feminine Hygiene Products
* Qtips
* Cotton Balls
* Band-aids, Gauze Pads, First Aid Kits / Ace bandages, Icy Hot
* Shoe Insole Cushions (gel kind is best)
* Alleve, Motrin, Advil or Aspirin Packets
* Eye Drops
* Nasal Spray
* Vitamins
* HAND SANITIZER (travel size)
* Body Wash, Liquid Soap, Facial Cleanser
* Shampoo /Conditioner (travel size)
* Hair Gel (for female troops to pull hair back)
* Combs / Brushes
* Deodorant (travel size)
* Razors (disposable or “Intuition” or “Mach 3″ types)
* Chapstick
* Baby Powder & Foot Powder (travel size)
* Tissues (individual packs; travel size only)
* Hand & Body Lotion / Moisturizer (travel size)
* Sunblock, SPF 45, Zinc, Vitamin E, Aloe Vera Gel
* Bug Spray / DEET / Skin-So-Soft
* Mouthwash (travel size)
* Toothpaste & Toothbrushes & Dental Floss
* Breath Mints / Breath Strips
* Lozenges / Cough Drops
* Sponges / Buff Puffs / Washcloths
* Nail files / Emery Boards / Nail Clippers
* Feminine Hygiene Products
* Qtips
* Cotton Balls
* Band-aids, Gauze Pads, First Aid Kits / Ace bandages, Icy Hot
* Shoe Insole Cushions (gel kind is best)
* Alleve, Motrin, Advil or Aspirin Packets
* Eye Drops
* Nasal Spray
* Vitamins
* ENTERTAINMENT AND SPORTS:
* BATTERIES: (AA, AAA, C & 9 Volt are the most requested)
* DVD Movies (new or used – recent releases only, please!)
* iTunes® Gift Cards
* Small homemade gifts – reminders & comforts of “home”
* Small photographs or posters of scenery for their walls
* Pens & mechanical pencils, small notepads
* Stationery & Envelopes; blank cards to send home
* Double-sided tape, small crafts kits, scrapbooking items
* Day planners / Calendars / Small, Pocket Calendars
* Game Books: (Crossword Puzzles / Word Search Books / Math Puzzle books / MAD LIBS / Logic Problems / Sudoku)
* Yo-Yo’s, Dominoes, Playing Cards (new), Poker Chips & Mats, Dice
* Board games (UNO, Othello, Checkers – travel size is great, too!)
* Nerf Footballs / Whiffle bats, balls & Mitts / Sports equipment
* Frisbees / Hackey sacks
* Music CDs, Magazines & Books
* DVD Movies (new or used – recent releases only, please!)
* iTunes® Gift Cards
* Small homemade gifts – reminders & comforts of “home”
* Small photographs or posters of scenery for their walls
* Pens & mechanical pencils, small notepads
* Stationery & Envelopes; blank cards to send home
* Double-sided tape, small crafts kits, scrapbooking items
* Day planners / Calendars / Small, Pocket Calendars
* Game Books: (Crossword Puzzles / Word Search Books / Math Puzzle books / MAD LIBS / Logic Problems / Sudoku)
* Yo-Yo’s, Dominoes, Playing Cards (new), Poker Chips & Mats, Dice
* Board games (UNO, Othello, Checkers – travel size is great, too!)
* Nerf Footballs / Whiffle bats, balls & Mitts / Sports equipment
* Frisbees / Hackey sacks
* Music CDs, Magazines & Books
* OTHER:
* T-SHIRTS: Cotton green & tan under shirts – new (Sizes: M, L & XL)
FLASHLIGHTS – SMALL (battery operated.)
* AIR FRESHENERS (standalone- not plug-ins. Car types)
* SOCKS: Black, Olive Green & White (cotton or wool)
* Small toys (Beanie babies) & school supplies for Iraqi & Afghan children
* Patriotic knick-knacks, USA flags, flags from your state, bandanas, baseball hats, football jerseys, banners.
* Generic sunglasses (Ballistic, black only. No “mirrored” types)
* Alarm Clocks (Small in size; wind-up or battery-operated)
* Black or Green duct tape, small tool kits, dust masks, carpentry tools,
* Winter Hats (Yes, it does get cold! Hand knitted hats are welcome!)
* Water Bottles & Travel Mugs & Thermoses with Lids, (for Coffee, Tea & Soup)
* Religious booklets, small bibles, inspirational readings
* Holiday and Seasonal Decorations
FLASHLIGHTS – SMALL (battery operated.)
* AIR FRESHENERS (standalone- not plug-ins. Car types)
* SOCKS: Black, Olive Green & White (cotton or wool)
* Small toys (Beanie babies) & school supplies for Iraqi & Afghan children
* Patriotic knick-knacks, USA flags, flags from your state, bandanas, baseball hats, football jerseys, banners.
* Generic sunglasses (Ballistic, black only. No “mirrored” types)
* Alarm Clocks (Small in size; wind-up or battery-operated)
* Black or Green duct tape, small tool kits, dust masks, carpentry tools,
* Winter Hats (Yes, it does get cold! Hand knitted hats are welcome!)
* Water Bottles & Travel Mugs & Thermoses with Lids, (for Coffee, Tea & Soup)
* Religious booklets, small bibles, inspirational readings
* Holiday and Seasonal Decorations
* CARDS & LETTERS:
The troops love to hear from all of us and Mail brightens their days! These are the MOST IMPORTANT items we can send the troops & we can never have too many, so please keep writing! Consider making a patriotic banner or poster to send inside one of our care packages!
You can also make cash donations to O.C.C. Please send us an email to let us know if you’d like to help in another way!
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
As you can see, there are many things you can do to help, donate, come help pack etc.
It has been my pleasure and honor to help pack boxes for them and also to give donations when I can.
Thanks to all the men and women past and present who have and are serving. God Bless America!
Joan Patterson, B.A, G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
8250 White Oak Avenue, Ste 102
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
951-204-1864
http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrealty.com
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Famous People That Lived In Real Homes In Fontana, CA
Http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrealty.com Joan Patterson, Realtor, License #01431647
I love selling homes in the Inland Empire and I love knowing the history of homes on the Inland Empire. I think most of us are so busy that we don't even stop to smell the roses or even stop to see what celebrities or famous people that have lived in our Inland Empire. So, I think I will do a blog on a few of these people just for kicks and giggles because I, myself, would also like to know. I never used to be such a history buff until I got older!
I love selling homes in the Inland Empire and I love knowing the history of homes on the Inland Empire. I think most of us are so busy that we don't even stop to smell the roses or even stop to see what celebrities or famous people that have lived in our Inland Empire. So, I think I will do a blog on a few of these people just for kicks and giggles because I, myself, would also like to know. I never used to be such a history buff until I got older!
Alphonse Gabriel "Al" Capone (January 17, 1899 – January 25, 1947) was a gangster. He was in Chicago mostly and he was known for smuggling and bootlegging liquor and prostitution as well. He did all of this from about the 1920s to 1930's.
He was born in Brooklyn, New York to immigrants that were Italian. He was expelled from school at an early age (14) and got involved with smuggling alcohol into the City when Prohibition was happening. He also was involved with other things such as bribing government officials. He was also known for giving money to the poor that he made from his illegal activities. So, he kind of became known as Robin Hood. He was involved killing seven rival gang members in what is called the Saint Valentines Massacre. He did not pay his taxes and so was charged with tax evasion and sent to Federal prison. He even spent time in Alcatraz. He contracted neurosyphilis in his youth and it caught up to him in his later years. He died in 1947 after he had a stroke from a heart attack.
His home in Fontana is not there anymore. It used to be at 8775 Tamarind Avenue, Fontana, CA. It was notable at the time as his chimney had the letter "C" on one of the chimneys. He used to have secret passageways built under that house that made for quick escapes in case he needed to get out quickly. No one even did find the tunnels though.
Kind regards,
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
8250 White Oak Avenue, Ste 102
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
951-204-1864
Friday, November 2, 2012
Grand Parent's Day in the Inland Empire (Claremont, CA)
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
Today I had the pleasure of attending my beautiful grand daughter's grand parent's day at Western Christian School in Claremont, California. Boy, this school really knows how to make people feel extra special. They had a large tent set up and a stage for the children to speak and sing. And, they even provided breakfast on this cold morning in Claremont, California!
This is the table in my grand daughter's room
This is my grand daughter excited to paint this frame!
This is a video of them singing a song! Beautiful!
Being a grand parent is one of the best things in the whole world. I love Summer so much. She is the best grand daughter ever (sorry I am very partial) and I am sure you feel the same way if you are a grand parent!
Thank you Western Christian Schools for making us grand parents feel extra special!
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
951-204-1864
Thursday, November 1, 2012
First Time Home Buyers-What Do You Need To Do Before You Buy a Home?
Http://www.inlandempirerealestate.kwrealty.com Joan Patterson, 951-204-1864
Future Home Buyers-
I get asked this question all the time-What do I need to do in order to buy a home in Rancho Cucamonga or anywhere else? It seems that many first time home buyers just don't know where to start. The first thing I can tell you is to find a trusted realtor to work with. Then, someone like myself can point you in the right direction in order to find a trusted lender to get pre-approved with. You should not even begin looking at homes until you are pre-approved especially with the low inventory out there. You should know how much you can truly qualify for in a home. If you have all your "ducks in a row" so to speak, you will be able to make an offer right away without losing out on a home. If you have to get financing and have not yet done so, you could lose out because another buyer has already been informed by their agent as to what they need to do. I can give you the list of everything you will need to give your lender, and everything we will need before we can submit an offer. Call me today! 951-204-1864
Meanwhile, you can search the MLS on my website at http://www.inlandempirerealesate.kwrealty.com/search
Joan Patterson, B.A., G.R.I., Realtor, License #01431647
Keller Williams Realty
8250 White Oak Avenue, Ste 102
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
951-204-1864
Thanks,
Joan Patterson
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