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TABLE OF CONTENTS • WHY BUY NOW? • REAL ESTATE MARKET FOCUS DANA POINT, CA ANAHEIM BEAUMONT, CA
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JUSTIN POTIER DAVID MASON PABLO VELASQUEZ KAMA BURTON
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WELCOME TO THE FIRST ISSUE OF THE POWER IS NOW REAL ESTATE MAGAZINE! The Power Is Now Inc. is an online multimedia company that produces The Power Is Now Magazine and Orange County Realtist online publications. I am excited to add this new real estate magazine to my all inclusive online resource. This new publication is an online magazine that features listings all over the United States to both advertise for realtors and realtists as well as connect excited buyers with their dream properties.
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Homeownership is a crucial issue in this country. Minorities, and African Americans in particular, continue to suffer from the economic crash of 2007. With this online magazine, my team and I will connect buyers with their dream homes and offer various lending services. The Buyer’s and Seller’s Club Wealth Initiative every Tuesday and Thursday on The Power Is Now Radio will offer consumers services such as the Sapphire Lending Program. Tune in to www.thepowerisnow.com/ radio to learn more and change your life. For real estate agents and brokers, this magazine will be an invaluable asset and tool for your business. Professionals such as Justin Potier, Monica Hill, David Mason, Kama Burton, and Pablo Velasque have taken advantage of being featured within our pages. The Power Is Now has made this process simple. First, contact myself or my team. From there my team will prepare you for your marketing session, where I will interview you about your listing. The sellers are welcome to join you and share the perks of moving in if they wish. A press release for your video will be spread throughout The Power Is Now’s social media which includes Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, ActiveRain, and The Power Is Now Blog. After your interview an article will be written about you and your property for our 300k subscribers. Another article will be written about the real estate market in the listing’s location. We also offer you the opportunity to place your listing on the cover of the magazine for a small fee.
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Within this issue of The Power Is Now Real Estate Magazine are listings that are ready to be sold. Are you not so sure about investing? Well, do not worry. The real estate focus articles contain information about the locations of the real estate, the housing market there, appreciation, and more for consumers to weigh their options and make the important decisions. Knowledge is power, and The Power Is Now is ready to give you that power. My team and I are ready to launch this magazine every two weeks in addition to the monthly The Power Is Now Magazine and Orange County Realtist. Bringing you the most current information together in one online resource is our pleasure, and I welcome you to this bright, informative new magazine to make connections and sell real estate. Eric Lawrence Frazier, MBA President and CEO
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You are skimming through this brand new magazine. Perhaps you are looking to buy your dream home or looking to sell your existing home. Perhaps you are an agent or a broker giving this magazine a shot, just to see what the fuss is all about. Perhaps you are someone else entirely. No matter from what lense you look at this magazine and property buying, you cannot help but see that this is the right time to buy. This is because it is definitely not the right time to rent. Renters throughout the nation are suffering under increasing rents even though the average wage is rising. Unfortunately, many renters fall into a vicious cycle of paying their outrageous rent and not having enough to feed their families as well as saving for a down payment on a house. This perpetuates the need to rent, causing the price of rent to rise even more. Worse, renting is not an investment. It is a temporary solution to homelessness, because you are paying off your landlord’s mortgage with your rent payments (2015 Zillow). Why not just jump into your first home instead while interest rates are in your favor? Interest rates are also currently at record setting lows, hovering at approximately four percent for a thirty year fixed mortgage. These interest rates can go nowhere but up, so why not take advantage of them now? It is estimated that the Federal Reserve will increase interest rates by one percent at the end of 2016 to avoid another recession, but that is only a larger incentive to jump into housing now. After all, interest rates could make the difference between affording that dream home and settling for less. Buy now to get the home that will allow you to live the American Dream (2015, Boston Globe).
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If you are having difficulty getting into homeownership, then simply turn your attention to nonprofits and companies like The Power is Now Lending. Non-profits are willing to help you get out of poverty. The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) offers homeownership services and advice for African Americans in need of help. The Asian Real Estate Association (AREAA) of America has educational talks for the community to inspire and assist in the planning of Asian Americans to increase homeownership rates. The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) does the same, having conferences annually to promote Hispanic growth in the United States. There are some organizations such as Women In Default Services (WINDS) that actively work to bring women out of poverty and difficult situations through various services. These organizations will help you be able to afford your dream home and better your situation, because they know that there is no better time than now to invest in real estate. Buying real estate is a life changing decision and should not be taken lightly. Yes, the time is now to buy, but are you ready? Get to your bank and take a look at your finances. Are you ready to move out from your parents house? Are you ready to downsize for retirement? Are you prepared to finally stop paying off someone else’s mortgage through renting? Notice how I did not ask if you had enough money for a down payment. Many Americans stricken with hard times do not, and that is understandable. Luckily, The Power Is
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Now has a lending program called the Sapphire Lending Program to get rid of your excuses about buying real estate and building wealth for you and your family. Feel free to peruse our website and send The Power Is Now Team an email at info@ thepowerisnow.com or our CEO Eric Frazier at eric.frazier@thepowerisnow.com.
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Justin Potier is the Vice President and Broker Associate of Boardwalk Properties as he grows and learns under his father, Mike Potier. Together this father-son duo have used each other’s strengths to develop Boardwalk Properties and lead it to success. Before Boardwalk Properties, Justin Potier worked to market properties in Manhattan, Redondo, and Hermosa to gain experience and launch himself into his twenty years of experience in real estate.
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Justin is also an active participant in non-profit organizations. He is the Vice President of the Asian Real Estate Association of America’s (AREAA) Orange County Chapter, the Treasurer of the Real Estate Owned Manager’s Association, and the President of the Pride Real Estate Association’s Long Beach Chapter. Justin currently supports Operation HOPE, an organization that increases financial and real estate education for the impoverished. He also is heavily involved in local neighborhood stabilization programs to better his community and allow others to achieve the American Dream. This busy man takes the time to earn wealth for himself and his family while also giving back to the community and leaving a legacy of compassion and change behind.
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The Power Is Now had the pleasure of sitting down with Justin Potier of Boardwalk Properties for a marketing session on his two properties that are currently on the market. The first property is a $350,000 gem settled in Los Angeles, California at 325 W 124th Street. This stunning two story home is complete with four bedrooms and one and a half baths, making this property a perfect dream home for the right family. Adorning the outside of this home in the Willowbrook neighborhood is a stone mosaic with soft cerulean accents. Inside, the property only gets better with a kitchen
complete with a dual stainless steel sink, vent hood, and beautiful counter tops. A breakfast nook completes this space that is exceptional for any family. The concrete porch and patio are perfect for entertaining and watching your kids as they play outside. There is also a two car garage to make parking a breeze. Los Angeles is always a fantastic area to grow up around with the bustling city and hundreds of thousands of opportunities open to you.
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The second listing is a two story townhouse style condominium in Harbor City at 730 255th Street listed for $234,000. With two bedrooms and one and a half baths, this listing is perfect for any couple looking to settle down. The private fenced in porch is perfect for those who enjoy peace, quiet, and not having to speak with neighbors. Inside the home are easy to maintain wood laminate floors and a stunning fireplace in the open concept living room and dining room. The kitchen offers a double sink with a garbage disposal, a gas stove, and convenient access to
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the two car garage with laundry space. Upstairs features two bedrooms. In the master bedroom is a spacious walk-in closet and vanity. Surely no buyer can resist such a great opportunity. The Power Is Now thanks Justin Potier for being a part of our first issue of The Power Is Now Real Estate Magazine. He is truly a success as he brightens the future of his family’s business, Boardwalk Properties. We wish him the best in his real estate endeavors and hope to see him on our show again.
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DAVID MASON In the latest marketing session, a property listed by David Mason in the beautiful Dana Point sequestered in Orange County was featured. David Mason is a dedicated and successful realtor that operates primarily in Southern Orange County and utilizes every avenue to get his listings sold, including The Power Is Now Real Estate Magazine. Ranked in the top one percent in the nation, David has a
fantastic record that shines through his top-notch customer service and amazing listings. The address to this stunning listing is 42 Vista Del Mar, Dana Point, 92629 which is in a beautiful gated community. This community is private, safe, and less than two miles from the beach. It is where people go when they know that they have made it, and this fully updated condo is ready to house anyone from a new buyer looking to settle down to the experienced real estate professional
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looking to invest. It is important to note that there are only forty-three properties in southern Orange County that are under 500,000 dollars, so it is vital to catch this opportunity before someone else does. These properties come around once in a lifetime. The condo itself is simply stunning with upgrades throughout the property. Travertine tiles run throughout the home. The master bedroom comes equipped with an extravagant master retreat and a walk-in closet. The largest perk of this condo, however, is that the condo is being sold fully furnished. This was the previous owner’s second home and was furnished expertly and lavishly. There are pristine stainless steel appliances, Sleep Number mattresses, and three plasma screen televisions. If you are interested in this property, please have your realtor or realtist reach out to David J. Mason at davidjmason.com. There is also another condo that is similar to this that is currently off of the market that David will be listing, and he would
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love to find a buyer quickly. Take the initiative and act now, because The Power Is Now! Feel free to reach out to The Power Is Now for help on getting pre-approval for a home buying loan or a mortgage loan that could bring you and your family’s lives to a new level.
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42 VISTA DEL MAR, DANA POINT, CA 92629 DAVID MASON THE HIGH ENGERY TEAM WWW.DAVIDJMASON.COM RE/MAX SELECT ONE 30190 TOWN CENTER DR. LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA CELL: 714-269-6068 OFFICE PHONE: 949-270-1901 EMAIL: DAVIDJMASON@COX.NET CALBRE: 01234578
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DANA POINT, CA For its close proximity to its more affluent neighboring town to the north and for all it has to offer as a beautiful coastal town, it is truly remarkable that Dana Point has been able to fly so long under-the-radar. It is not a big town. In fact, it has been losing population over the last several years, settling at around 34,000 at the end of 2014. However, Dana Point seems to pack more charm, amenities, and natural beauty into its 6.5 square miles than most other coastal towns. Its storied past as an 1800’s fur trading hub is remembered through its streets named after ship lanterns – Golden Lantern, Ruby Lantern, etc – and a reproduction of the schooner belonging to the town’s founder sits majestically in the harbor. It was even dubbed by its founder, Richard Henry Dana Jr. “as the only romantic spot” on the coast. It was a much smaller and sleepier town when it was a top surfing destination in the 1950’s, made famous by the Killer Dana wave that frequented the shore. Today, the magnificent harbor, built in
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the 1960s killed the Killer Dana waves, but there is still some fine surfing to be had at Doheny State Beach (2015 Dana Point). From the palm tree-lined paths overlooking the water, you can still see fishing boats hauling their catches and sea lions lining up on the rocky edge of the harbor. The downtown has grown up to accommodate a lot of great, locally owned restaurants and specialty shops. A new sixteen million rejuvenation project will upgrade the historic Lantern Village district expanding its capacity to add even more dining. And, to top it all off, living in Dana Point is still somewhat affordable with housing prices almost half of what you will find in Laguna Beach (2015 Dana Point).
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THINGS TO LOVE ABOUT DANA POINT THE HARBOR The harbor, one of the very few found in southern California coastal towns, is full of shops and restaurants, and its marina is host to hundreds of beautiful boats and yachts. Catalina Island is visible from just about any coastal town Orange County, but the Dana Point harbor is a launching point for the Catalina Express which will take you to the City of Avalon where you can spend the day or enjoy a couple of nights at one of its vintage hotels. The harbor, along with all of the marina shops and restaurants, is scheduled for a major redevelopment project which will convert it from a vintage nautical motif to a Tech Minimalist concept replete with metal roofing and minimalist landscaping. Anchoring the harbor is the Ocean Institute, a must visit for families, students and maritime enthusiasts. The Institute offers close-hand learning on just about anything having to do with the ocean, the marine ecosystem and maritime history. After petting some little bat rays you can venture on board two, full-sized replica tall ships that are also available for public and private sales (2015 Dana Point).
OCEAN ATTRACTIONS It all starts with whale watching. That is what you do when you come to the “whale capital of the west.” With Dana Point’s proximity to the annual migration route of numerous species of whales, it is nearly a year round activity. Whale watching boats are constantly moving in and out of the harbor with the best viewing in the winter and early spring. After whale watching, you can rent a stand-up paddle board and paddle the waters around Baby Beach. Dana Point is a mecca for stand-up paddlers (SUPers) and it is host to the largest SUPer event in the country.
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THE BEACHES Doheny Beach State Park offers three miles of sandy coastline lined with fire pits and overnight camping spots. To the north, Strand Beach is a popular destination for families and runners who take to the beachside running trails. Beach goers and surfers also have their choice of world class beaches immediately to the south in San Clemente and to the north in Laguna Niguel and Laguna Beach.
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The Festival of the Whales, honoring the annual migration of the California Grey Whale, is a two weekend celebration that has been held in Dana Point since 1972. The Tall Ships Festival is the biggest tall ships event on the west coast of the U.S. Each September more than a dozen, tall ships sail majestically into the harbor for a week of celebration. The Doheny Blues and Jazz Festival keeps growing in popularity each year, drawing thousands of people to listen to some of the biggest names is jazz, blues and pop music. Each Thanksgiving more than 10,000 runners and 5,000 families converge on Data Point for the annual Turkey Trot, which includes a 5K, a 10K and a Gobble Wobble race for kids. Fodor’s Magazine voted the event as a top destination for Thanksgiving (2015, City Data).
Dana Point’s population has decreased by more than 1,000 people since 2000 is an indication of the fact that the city is largely built out. The existing housing market is diverse, offering a range of single family residences from the beach on up to the beautiful bluffs overlooking the ocean. The median home sales price in 2014 was $745,000 up 31.3 percent since 2010, and $164,000 more than the county as a whole. Considering the median home sales price of Laguna Beach, which is just to the north, is more than $1 million, Dana Point would have to be considered a bargain, especially for all it has to offer (2015, Truila). Everyone knows that when you live in Orange County, you have “made it” in life. In Dana Point, California you can “make it” without breaking the bank! Enjoy the beauty and serenity of Dana Point today and invest.
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PABLO VELASQUEZ Pablo Velasquez was on the air with the Power Is Now to talk about his listing on 413 East Adele Street, Anaheim 92805 in the city of Anaheim deep in Orange County. Pablo Velasquez is a keen and efficacious realtor that operates within Orange County. He has been in real estate ever since he graduated with an MBA in finance from UCLA in the 1980s. Pablo Velasquez is an independent broker covering Orange County and investing in Riverside with a large footprint. This is a realtor that not only has fantastic properties, but he also
has the education and experience to get them sold. Pablo is an energetic realtor that is ready to tackle his listings and utilize every medium to sell them and help more happy homeowners realize the American Dream. Pablo’s current listing is a charming single family home that is in the middle of historic Anaheim, which is a fantastic location within such a diverse, bustling city. The listing actually falls underneath the Mills Act, which is a piece of legislation that preserves historic properties and landmarks, so you can be sure that this house is full of history and character when you move in. Although older properties tend to have their challenges, the homeowners will have a reduction in property taxes.
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495,000 is the price of this listing, which is a fantastic first time home buyer option in Orange County as the market continues to grow in the favor of sellers. This house was built in 1916 and the architecture reflects the era perfectly. It has a stunning front porch with grand columns that certainly make a statement. The porch is fantastic to get the family out and relaxing on a lazy Sunday or to just enjoy the beautiful Southern Californian weather. If you are interested in this property, please have your realtor or realtist reach out to Pablo Velasquez. There is also another condo that is
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similar to this that is currently off of the market that David will be listing, and he would love to find a buyer quickly. Take the initiative and act now, because The Power Is Now! Feel free to reach out to The Power Is Now for help on getting pre-approval for a home buying loan or a mortgage loan that could bring you and your family’s lives to a new level. The Power Is Now would like to thank Pablo Velasquez for participating in The Power Is Now Real Estate Magazine. Our team always loves to work with amazing real estate professionals such as Pablo. We wish him luck in finding buyers!
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413 EAST ADELE STREET, ANAHEIM 92805
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CALIFORNIA ANAHEIM REAL ESTATE: GOOD FOR INVESTORS OR JUST FOR DISNEY ROYALTY? The city of Anaheim provides a less expensive location than other portions of Southern California, while still maintaining a short distance to many important locations around California. Because this urban area is under an hour drive away from Los Angeles, Santa Ana, and Long Beach, Anaheim stays close to many important attractions, while still staying away from the larger cities. This city boasts of being a part of the Los Angeles metropolitan while still being a separate city in California. Being located on Interstate 5, Anaheim is also connected to one of
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the largest highways on the West Coast. This city is also the location of the Disneyland Resort. A great location is difficult to beat, but what is the market of this city like?
ANAHEIM’S CRASH RECOVERY Ever since the real estate crash of 2008, many real estate markets have been trying to recover from the crippling effects of the housing bubble burst. There have been varying amounts of success from multiple markets, but the real estate market of Anaheim, California has been showing promising potential. This market has been managing to slowly and steadily work its way back up towards what the value of houses were before the real estate crash. The median sale price of homes in Anaheim have not returned to their peak at $608,000, but they have been slowly increasing over time. Home values have moved the median sale price back up to $497,900. This market has shown impressive growth, with the home values rising 3.8% over the past year. Not only that, it has been projected that the home values will
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increase by 1.2% within the next year (“Anaheim Home Prices & Home Values”) and the median CA Home Prices & Home Values”). house value at the national level is $275,500 as of February (“Median and Average Sales Prices of This projection comes from the fact that for the New Homes Sold in United States”). This means past five years the average price of houses has that Anaheim houses are more valuable than the appreciated by 31% (“Anaheim Hills Real Estate median house value at the state and national level. ~ Market Update - O.C. Real Estate Consultant”). This trend reveals that the Anaheim market is These increasing values have also come along managing to do better than the national market with there being a lower inventory in the market overall, and it is doing slightly better than the of Anaheim. This is creating a seller’s market state level. This trend may be due to the fact within the city of Anaheim; therefore, there is a that the market in Anaheim is supported by its lower inventory of homes to be sold. Not only location on the I-5, its proximity to Los Angeles is it a seller’s market, the house values are also (and being part of the LA Metro), and the fact that increasing, creating a market that is great for Disneyland, a major tourist destination, is located property owners in Anaheim. Trends indicate in Anaheim. that this will continue to be the case, because the property values are projected to continue IS THE RENT RIGHT? increasing based on their previous appreciation (“Anaheim CA Home Prices & Home Values”). As for renting prices in Anaheim, the prices in Anaheim are comparable to the surrounding cities except for Los Angeles. Anaheim has a Zillow Rent Index of $2,451 (“Anaheim CA Home Prices & Home Values”), while the city of Santa Ana has a Zillow Rent Index of $2,294 (“Santa Ana CA Home Prices & Home Values,”). Anaheim does not, however, have a higher Zillow Rent Index value than the city of Los Angeles, which has a Zillow Rent Index value at $4,252 (“San Francisco CA Home Prices & Home Values”).
TO BUY OR TO SELL Comparing the median value of houses over the national, state and local level, Anaheim is revealed to be a more valuable than the median national and state value for houses. Overall, the median house value of houses in Anaheim is $481,500 (“Anaheim CA Home Prices & Home Values”) while the median house value of houses in California is $441,800 (“California
Not only are the Zillow Rent Index values high in California, but at $4,000 the rent price of Los Angeles is significantly higher than Anaheim’s rent price of $1,800. Despite that, Anaheim’s average rent list price of $1,800 is still more expensive than the average rent price for houses in the U.S., which is at most $1,523 for a three bedroom apartment (“Apartment Rental Data”).
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One may ask: why is Anaheim so far above the U.S. average? The answer is simple. The location cannot be beat. With Disneyland in your backyard, Anaheim’s apartments and homes for rent cater to the employees of the Disney attractions as well as eager families looking to rent near the Disney magic. A simple conclusion to make here is to buy. Do not rent, because renting in Anaheim is not an investment; it is a black hole. Instead, the time to buy is now to increase your wealth and make one of the most important investments of your lifetime.
ANAHEIM: A VALUABLE MARKET Overall, Anaheim is a growing and important market for the U.S. Predictions for the city of Anaheim have shown that home values will increase slowly over time. The steady growth and
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property value increase that this city is showing is proof of how a market can recover over time from a terrible crash. The support that Anaheim receives from its location helps astronomically in the recovery of this city. For the people living in Anaheim, they will be seeing an increase in their home value and a decrease in the amount of homes that are for sale. Since the home values will be higher, properties will be worth more and will sell for more, should owners choose to do so. This will create a more competitive market within the city of Anaheim. Ultimately, Anaheim is projected to increase its property value and to become a great market for anyone looking to sell their property. As homes become less prevalent in Anaheim, it becomes even more vital to jump in and invest in the market now. Your home will only appreciate in Anaheim.
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KAMA BURTON
The Power Is Now had the pleasure to interview Kama Burton about her listing at 3173 Balata Dr. Beaumont, California. Kama is a fantastic real estate professional that has operated in Moreno Valley, Riverside, Los Angeles, Perris, Palm Springs, Corona, Colton, San Jacinto, Hemet, and Beaumont, California for nine prosperous years. All of these areas are in premium locations where a diverse range of properties can be found. Kama is a part of Pro One Investments LLC and is the founder and host of “Kama
Speaks”Pursuing Your Passion”, her online talk show. She utilizes her medium to inspire others to chase opportunities and grow their passions while still maintaining the highest customer service in her flourishing real estate career. Kama will make sure that her buyers and sellers are happy and with their dream home. The listing featured is centered in the stunning Beaumont, California. This listing sits on a
beautifully landscaped property complete with a garden in the front of the home with flowers as well as an expertly created desert scenery in the garden with plush grass in the rest of the yard. This makes for pleasing curb appeal as
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is attached to the home. This will allow you to avoid those boiling cars in the summertime by keeping your vehicle out of the sun. Beaumont, California is a great location to invest in, and there is no better opportunity than now to call Kama Burton for her services at 951-575-9750. The Power Is Now thanks Kama for participating in this issue of The Power Is Now Real Estate Magazine to feature her property. This is one of those listings that will not stay around forever, so act now! well as a place for the family and the family pets to play outside. Inside the home is a beautiful kitchen with always sought after upgrades such as granite countertops with a granite top island, stainless steel appliances, and a cozy space to enjoy with the family. The master bedroom is a spacious area that is a serene area away from life’s turmoil. Light and a respectable size, this bedroom will house your furniture and king size bed with ease. Another amenity of this stunning listing is the garage that
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in the United States. It experienced tremendous growth at the turn of the 20th century. Although most settlers were believed to have been attracted by the beauty of its mountain vistas, and the Beaumont, CA is a beautiful city in Riverside abundance of apple and cherry orchards also County, California, United States that borders catalyzed the settlement. Calimesa City to the west and Banning City to the east. The city is located at the intersection of Highway 79, Highway 60, and Interstate 10. Its strategic location promotes business incubation by offering exceptional accessibility. The location This city has access to modern education also ignites the Los Angeles residents desire to provided by various institutions. The most rated go for a vacation in Palm Springs. In the ancient elementary schools include Palm El School, times, the city acted as a “stopping off point� for Brookside El School, Childhelp School of Village individuals traveling from Mohave Desert to Los West, Tournament Hills El School, Sundance Angeles. El school, Ana House El School, Three Rings Both new and expanding business entities are Ranch El School, San Gorgonio Middle School, guaranteed of viable business opportunities. The Highland Academy Charter School, Mountain city is among the most populous city within the View Middle school, Glen View High School and region, which leads to rapid growth in trade. Most Beaumont Senior High School. The Beaumont realtors and other investors acknowledge that School District, which ranks highly in the region Beaumont is one of the most desirable cities for including the Pass area, has approximately ten new investment. Its outstanding rural charm and schools and its outstanding reputation goes rich history make it one of the most amazing cities beyond the national level.
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PUBLIC HEALTH AND SECURITY Public safety in the city is maintained by Beaumont Police Department whose main mandate is to focus on the provision of spectacular law enforcement services. Since 2000, major crimes in Beaumont neighborhood have significantly declined despite rapid growth in population. From 1978 to date, the city has been in collaboration with the Riverside County Fire Department for emergency and fire protection services. The Fire Protection (Cal
widen and improve bridges and major streets. Pass Transit is the main provider of transit services and has played a vital role in connecting the city with regional transit operators, neighboring cities. Ontario International Airport located forty miles to the west and the Palm Springs situated thirtyfive miles to the east are the main providers of air transportation. Most private planes use the Banning Municipal Airport that is located seven miles to the east. The east-west Union Pacific Railroad runs along the industrial and commercial zone of the Beaumont city and serves a variety of locals every day.
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Fire) and California Department of Forestry have made a great contribution to maintaining quality safety measures. The San Gorgonio Memorial Hospital, Loma Linda Medical Complex, Redlands Community Hospital, and Beaver Medical group offer ancillary services such as imaging, laboratory tests, and physical therapy. These facilities also act as the main provider of outpatient surgery, urgent care, surgical, radiation oncology, and infusion services.
TRANSPORT AND COMMUNICATION Transport and communication sector is well developed, which makes it easy to access beaches, deserts, mountains, and most areas in Los Angeles. The I-10 is one of the major east-west interstate highways that bisect Beaumont with six interchanges. The government has doubled its effort in improving the city’s infrastructure for the past few years. It has spent over $26 million to
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Beaumont has sixteen major city parks and an extensive trail system. The municipal pool and a twenty acre sports park are the most attractive areas that guarantee residents a lifetime of bliss. It has access to wide variety museums that attract tourists. Some of them include Fire Memories Museum, Gilman Ranch Museum, EdwardDean Museum & Gardens, County Riverside Museums, Malki Museum, Oak Glen School House Museum, Cabazon Dinosaurs, Mousley Museum of National History, and Robotic Dinosaur Museum. Other attractive landmarks and historical buildings within the city and nearby areas include Lincoln Memorial, Los Rios Historic District, Mission San Juan Capistrano, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, La Verne Heritage Foundation, Sunnylands Center & Gardens, Heritage Hill Historical Park, Veterans Monument, and the Historic Courthouse.
ANNUAL EVENTS Beaumont City is widely known in promoting festivals, fairs and cultural activities of the residents. Belmont Cherry Festival is the most celebrated community event in the Beaumont. For almost a century, the city’s residents have been participating in this four-day event that features a variety of entertainment, games, booths, rides, music, fine art and delicious food and drink. Housing
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Quality housing is available within the region, which can accommodate diverse lifestyles and is found in properly established neighborhoods and new planned communities. Beaumont has three major gated communities and two fifty-five and older additional communities. It has sufficient access to auxiliary services and is rounded out with a range of local service clubs. Its real estate industry thrives rapidly due to the presence of a modern library, multiple churches, two four-star golf courses, and a community recreation center.
BEAUMONT REAL ESTATE MARKET Beaumont average price per square foot is $135, which indicates an increment of 1.5%, compared to December 2014. Between 15th October and 15th December 2015, the city’s median price for homes was $276,500 based on a sample of 156 home sales. Compared to the same period in 2014, the median home sales price recorded an increment of 2.4%, or $6,500 while the number of home sales had a decrease of 41.4%. The city’s home average listing price was $307,632 for the week ending 30th December 2015, which translated to a 0.3%, or $1,056, compared to the previous week. An average of 197 resale and new homes was also recorded in Beaumont, including 109 homes in the auction, pre-foreclosure, or bank-owned stages during the foreclosure process. Home prices are above average cost compared to the recorded national prices. Single family detached homes constitute the major housing type in the city, accounting for 86.63% of Beaumont’s
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overall housing unit. Other prevalent homes in Beaumont include high rise apartments or large apartment complexes (4.56%) duplexes and a few mobile trailers or homes (3.17%), not mentioning other small apartment building or homes converted to apartments (3.85%). Owner –occupied dwellings that contain three or four bedrooms are the most prevalent singlefamily detached homes found in Beaumont. They account for 76.68% of the total homes in Beaumont, and 57.19% contain either three or four bedrooms, satisfying the average sized relative to the United States. In the last few years, Beaumont homes have experienced tremendous appreciation. With an average appreciation rate of 3.8% per annum, the city ranks in the top 10% nationally for home appreciation. Despite the downturn in the real market experienced nationwide, Beaumont continues to show positive results. A recently conducted research shows that the city’s appreciation rate per annum is higher than 70% of various towns and cities in California. The high appreciation rate is an indicator of the city’s real estate strength in the near-future. Beaumont, which is within the San Gorgonio Pass, provides rustic and rural beauty that combines with copious recreational opportunities, planned growth, and classy community life. Its inhabitants enjoy cooler temperatures and cleaner air as a result of proper elevations. The fiscally sound and friendly local government has created a friendly environment that incubates regional and international trade. This makes international retailers and local merchant mingle profitably, generating supernormal profits. This is the best city to invest in real estate, settle, trade, or raise a family.
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