Yes, I know, you have all seen the blogs about how Staging does sell a property faster and how just a few changes can make all the difference.  We did a consultation for this homeowner in April before listing.  We provided him with a detailed room by room plan to follow complete with interior and exterior color selections.  This homeowner did a great job in implementing recommended changes based on his budget.  Decluttering alone made this home shine and cost nothing but a little time. Below are some before and afters.  The home has sold already after listing in June...nuff said!                  If you are overwhelmed, bring in a Professional Stager.  Let someone help you sort it out.   AccentPositives  offers effective and economical consultations on sight and online.  We serve the In... 07/28/2009

  As it is back to school time around here, I thought to submit a report card on my hometown.  It's been six years this month that our family settled in Corona.  Moving from the Cincinnati  area, we didn't know what to expect.  We came at a time of skyrocketing housing prices and jumped right into a faster pace of living that California can be known for.  Looking back on those times it seems so long ago. Our children were still very small so school and safety were huge considerations when choosing to settle here.  We became a part of this community with little effort and haven't looked back since.  It has always been our home it seems.  It's a great family community with so much to offer when you slow down that faster pace. The South Corona area of town has Crossroads Community Church ... 07/27/2009

  As a Stager, dealing with the client that wants it all done yesterday is all too common.  Proper preparation before listing and marketing seems to be an afterthought to so many sellers.  Granted there are always those cases where it has to get done and done fast but most times sellers tend to put off the inevitable.  Many times I come in when the house is not selling and they want to know why and without the blessing of an REA.  Around here the MLS is full of photos of unprepped properties and they are not all foreclosures and short sells. On a recent consultation, I showed up to find the painter already in place and the client wanting color recommendations now!  Call me crazy but I like to sample before committing, mistakes cost money and end up doing more harm than good. How long h... 07/25/2009

Money is tight for us all but the consumer better keep a keen eye on the government in the coming weeks.  More laws are being prepared to raise money for the county, city and federal government.  Do you think they don't concern you!  Think again.  Many areas are trying to pass point of sale laws that will have a homeowner replacing wood-burning devices, windows, air conditioners and plumbing before closing can take place.  The REALTOR®  Action Fund is fighting to protect homeowners but we need everyone to get involved. If you think I am calling wolf then let me point out two laws that affect millions of sales in the coming years.  New laws have taken effect in San Luis Obispo County requiring residents in Los Osos to retrofit plumbing fixtures at point of sale because of the town's dwin... 07/18/2009

Omega Products International - July 17th FIGHT NIGHT! Once again, Thompson Boxing Promotions will be holding a fight night in Corona at the home of Omega Products International.  Come out and support building local support for sporting events such as this in our city. The event will take place on July 17th with the first bell at 7:45pm.  Tickets will be sold for $30, $45, & $75 and can be purchased by calling 951.935.0900.  Cameron Novak Corona & Riverside Short Sale Agents The Homefinding CenterTM Corona, California 951-212-7479     07/09/2009

Corona - Stage 2 Water Alert Beginning July 31, 2009, the following conditions will be in effect throughout the city of Corona... No watering between 10am and 8pm Vehicles may be washed with a bucket and auto shut off hose valve Allowing water to run off property is prohibited You may not use water to wash down hard surfaces (such as driveways or sidewalks) Restaurants may not serve water to patrons unless specifically requested by patron Odd numbered addresses may only water on Saturday, Monday, and Wednesday Even numbered addresses may only water on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday Government agencies DO NOT have to comply with this rule and may water on any day they choose Sprinklers are only allowed to run up to 20 minutes per station Enjoy the new rules! Cameron Novak Corona & Rivers... 07/03/2009

Fireworks in Corona and Safety for our citizens It's almost July 4th and I want to bring the safety of our men, women, and especially children to your attention on this very popular holiday.  When you're enjoying the festivities of the day, please respect the safety of others by observing a fireworks show that is sanctioned by the city.  Refrain from lighting your own fireworks as they are dangerous, and can cost you $1,000 per fine!!! Please enjoy the Annual 4th of July Celebration at Santana Park where admission and the fireworks show is FREE.  Firework program will start at 8:30pm. See you there! Cameron Novak Corona & Riverside Short Sale Agents The Homefinding CenterTM Corona, California 951-212-7479 07/01/2009

Short Sales and seller perceptions Farmer's Market in Corona, California Don't look now folks... we have a Farmer's Market in Corona!  Just when you thought this city couldn't get any better, they go and surprise us again. You'll be able to shop for fresh picked produce at The Corona Certified Farmer's Market on Saturdays from 8:30am until 12:30pm at the Main Street Marketplace (corner of Main and Rincon). I'll be there eating and shopping!  Hope to see you there soon. Cameron Novak Corona & Riverside Short Sale Agents The Homefinding CenterTM Corona, California 951-212-7479 07/01/2009

www.Koziel.com Corona Certified Farmers' Market To say we are excited in Corona, CA about our new Farmers' Market is an understatement.  After a lot of hard work by a lot of local people our dream of a Farmers' Market will be coming true.  Beginning on July 11, 2009, Farmers' Market Management Company, Inc., established over 30 years ago and known for its success in farming and managing certified farmers' markets, will be bringing its farmers to Corona.  It will be held on Saturdays, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm (rain or shine) Main Street Market Place (Main and Rincon).  Mayor Steve Nolan said, "Our heritage is based on farming; it is a natural that we would finally have a certified farmers' market to call our own."  All produce available is locally grown by the farmers selling it and none is b... 06/30/2009

Corona Relay For Life - Corona City Events Corona Relay For Life This Saturday from 9am through Sunday at 9am, Corona's Santana Regional Park will be host to the 10th Annual Corona Relay For Life which raises money for the American Cancer Society.  Previous events had been held at Santiago High School but were moved as it was decided that Santana Regional Park would be a better venue for the event.  The event regularly raises over $250,000 and last year had a total of over $300,000! Please consider participating in the event, or stopping by with a donation.    Cameron Novak, Realtor(R) Corona & Riverside Short Sale Agent The Homefinding CenterTM Corona, California 951-212-7479     06/26/2009

Here is the lineup for our July 4th activities this year. The parade will begin at 10am on Main Street, Corona. The parade route is from Ontario to Olive. If you want to sponsor or take part in the parade, please call 951 736-2241. Slated to appear are Wheels on Parade, Pets on Parade, and the US Army 40th Infantry Division Band. Fireworks will be done at Santana Park again this year, 598 Santana Way, Corona. There will be games, food and entertainment beginning at 4pm, and the formal program and fireworks are slated to start at  8:15pm. FREE additional parking is located at Crossroads Church at Ontario and Fullerton. This is a free event for families, so please, no pets, no booze, and no smoking. If you need more info, please call  Parks and Community Services at (951) 736-2241.  provi... 06/26/2009

      June 3, 2009City Council Meeting Agenda              Prior Meeting Minutes June 4, 2009Joint Schools Committee              Prior Meeting Minutes June 10, 2009Infrastructure and Economic Development Committee              Prior Meeting Minutes June 17, 2009Public Services Committee              Prior Meeting Minutes             June 5 & June 12, 2009Friday Night Band Jam (Dos Lagos)Come catch free music and dine in the nearby restaurants every Friday night this summer at Dos LagosJune 6, 2009The Great TasteNot sure what to order? Join the rest of the community to sample from a variety of local restaurants. All proceeds benefit Corona Police & FireJune 12 & 13th, 2009Hazardous Waste Pick CollectionGot Hazardous Waste? Get rid of it properly!First Time Homebuyers Program:HOAP Now I... 06/04/2009

Information for the Citizens of Corona Facts about Swine Influenza   What is swine flu? Swine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by Type A influenza viruses. Outbreaks of swine flu happen regularly in pigs.  People do not normally get swine flu, but human infections can and do happen.  Most commonly, human cases of swine flu happen in people who are around pigs and it is possible for swine flu viruses to spread from person to person. Is this swine flu virus contagious? Center for Disease Control  (CDC) has determined that this virus is contagious and is spreading from human to human.  However, at this time, it is not known how easily the virus spreads between people. What are the signs and symptoms of swine flu in people? The symptoms of swine flu in people ar... 04/29/2009

RE/MAX Homes & Estates Pre-Foreclosure Division 9241 Irvine Boulevard, Suite 150, Irvine, California 92618 (714) 588 -7676 ∙  www.ReMaxAnn.com   If you are in a situation where: •You lost your job •Your Medical Expenses are too high •Just went through/going through a divorce •You are behind on your payments •You have no equity •You can't afford the cost of selling your home •Your income has been reduced •You are in foreclosure   WE CAN HELP YOU! It's easy and doesn't cost you any MONEY! Our services are Free!!! WHEN THE DEBT EXCEEDS YOUR HOME'S VALUE... we can help is with a SHORT SALE.   Benefits of a Short Sale: •Avoid Foreclosure •Avoid Bankruptcy •Reduced damage to your credit •Postpone your foreclosure sale date •A short sale will stay on your credit approx 3 years •BE FREE of fina... 04/22/2009

It would seem that home buyers now looking at Dos Lagos in Corona are getting the message and that now is the time to buy. Sales representatives at Taylor Morrison's Market Street Dos Lagos project say that buyers are responding enthusiastically and sales have accelerated dramatically in the last few weeks.  This simply reflects the relative strength of Corona's housing market and the need for workforce housing that is amenity filled, retail close and commuter friendly.  Corona and Dos Lagos fit that bill and offer a "green" alternative to traditional projects to boot. Credit for the strong response goes to today's low prices, all-time historic low interest rates and a host of money-saving opportunities, which are available for a limited time. As a bonus, Taylor Morrison's sales team re... 04/20/2009

Recently the Corona City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2962 in response to drought conditions in the State of California. This drought ordinance sets forth guidelines for water conservation through five different stages of cut backs. It details activities which may be prohibited during times of water shortage emergencies, as well as consequences that the City may take in order to ensure compliance with these guidelines, including fines and penalties. In the ordinance three activities are identified as unreasonable uses of water, and are prohibited at all times, throughout all Water Conservation Stages: Allowing water to leave a person's property by drainage onto adjacent properties or public or private roadways or streets due to excessive irrigation and/or uncorrected leaks Failing to r... 04/20/2009

     The City of Corona, CA needs your help to stop graffiti.  The city has developed a new graffitii abatement program which involves many of the city's departments.  The program is designed to help find and remove unsightly graffiti.  Their goal is to remove it quickly and to catch the vandals. The city's website states, "The Public Works Department administers the City's Graffiti Removal program. The program removes graffiti from public property utilizing environmentally safe methods such as power washing, gel removers, and painting. Please help in keeping Corona beautiful by contacting the Graffiti Hotline at (951) 817-5841 to report any and all markings in the community. When making a report please make sure to provide the location of the graffiti, including cross streets and the o... 04/18/2009

Mayor Nolan gave the City of Corona "State of the City Address" on April 16, 2009 at Crossroads Church in Corona. The sold-out event reminded us why the City of Corona is the "PREMEIR" address in the Inland Empire! The link is provided below. http://discovercorona.com/?fa=sotc2009 Provided by: Kym Talbert - Prudential California Realty - 951.316.1941 or KymTalbert@aol.com   04/17/2009

You're Invited: Come to the largest and most festive Earth Day Celebration in the Inland Empire at Dos Lagos in Corona. This spring event features Earth Day Exhibits, Live Music, Martial Arts performances, Solar Race Cars, Earth Day Contests & Drawing, Fair Booths, Arts & Crafts, Rides and Games, Great Food and much more!   Everyone is Welcome!  It's an excellent opportunity to bring family and friends. This is the third Earth Day celebration to take place at Dos Lagos.Sponsored by GIVE, a nonprofit organization established in 2005 to promote balance in the way people live, how their choices impact the environment and others in their community. GIVE hosts events and initiatives,and sponsors college campus chapters to educate the public on issues related to sustainability, a term used to... 04/17/2009

It's the Excellence of Living that Makes Corona Houses for Sale Stand Out April 13, 2009 At one time Corona, CA was known as the Lemon Capital of the World, but now it has the esteemed identity as the Gateway to the Inland Empire, consisting of about 40 square miles of western Riverside County. With its striking, rambling landscape and abundant, rolling hills, Corona houses for sale has developed into a sanctuary for singles, retirees and growing families alike, all taking in the beauty of comfortable housing in an idyllic location.Located just 45 miles from Los Angeles, inhabitants have the handiness of top-notch amusement, excellent dining, remarkable beaches and limitless recreation, all close by. Whether you're looking into some of the impressive condominium projects, or any of the ... 04/13/2009