Melinda Flynn

Real Estate eNews & Updates

June 2010

Greetings!
I hope you're enjoying the start of a wonderful summer! I can hardly believe it is already in full swing.
 
If you followed the Lakers this year, you are proud of their awesome teamwork in Game 7! I'm a big fan. I had the good fortune to end up at the Laker's Victory Parade (by default, but it turned out to be a great adventure!). You can read all about it on Melinda's Blog and see my close up shots of Kobe Bryant, Kareem Abdul Jabbar & more! You'll see why Jim says I should be in the paparazzi. :)
 
Just so you know, I'll be out of town July 2-July 5 enjoying the 4th with Jim. I'll be monitoring current escrows as well as phone and emails each morning. If you need me urgently, you can always call or text me on my cell at 310-728-5795. If you find your dream house and want to make an offer, or if we receive an offer on your listing, I'm completely mobile and able to get everything done as if I were in town.
 
Meantime, Billy & Brenda will be here to assist with any showings you may need, please allow 24-48 hour notice for all showings to allow time to prepare and set appointments. And Lindsay will be here doing her superb Executive Assistant-ship during normal business hours. In short, we've got all our bases covered so that you're covered even while I'm away!
 
Thank you for your constant support as our business grows. We're always here to serve you if you have any real estate needs or questions.
 
  Sincerely,
 
Melinda Flynn, Realtor
310-728-5795 
 Billy Chacon, Realtor (Showing/Buyer's Agent) 
 310-802-5728
 Brenda Olson, Realtor (Showing/Buyer's Agent)
 310-614-9017
Lindsay Karbe, Executive Assistant
310-265-4222 Direct
 
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In This Issue
*LA County Property Tax Reassessments
*What We're Up To At Melinda's Real Estate Team
*In the Mail
*Featured Business
 
LA County Property Tax Reassessments
 
Has your property been reassessed at a lower tax rate to reflect current market conditions? You might want to check out the following links to find out. The Los Angeles County Assessor amended their process on Decline-In-Value Reassessment applications for property taxes in 2010.
 
If you haven't already been reassessed, you can apply now. In 2010, applications are accepted June 1st through November 30th.
 
Apply online with the assessor; they've made it easy to do!
 
Earlier this year, the Assessor did a proactive review of various properties. To see if they reviewed your property, you can check here. 
 
For more information see the Decline-In-Value application process.
Quick Links
*Melinda's Current Listing Inventory (We're always looking for more inventory, submit South Bay SELLER REFERRALS here)
 
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Melinda's Website
 
*Melinda's Blog
 
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What We're Up To At Melinda's Real Estate Team
Since our business runs on referrals from clients and friends, it's Melinda's goal this summer to get out of the office & check in with you*! If you haven't yet been called, visited, e-mailed or texted, she'll be in touch with you soon. We hope you'll keep us in mind for anyone you may know needing real estate services in the South Bay.
 
Please help us spread the word to move our inventory! Forward the info. to your friends, co-workers, family...maybe they are talking to someone right now who'd be a perfect fit. Click links for photos & more details.
 
Listings:
  • 1700 Nelson Avenue, Manhattan Beach 90266 featuring 7 bedrooms, nice upgraded kitchen, fabulous over-sized corner lot, great neighborhood! When I visit this home for open house or a visit with my client, I don't want to leave! It's a wonderful house with a great floor plan. Nice custom build, not a "cookie cutter".  $1,825,000.
  • 2666 The Strand, Hermosa Beach 90254 wonderful multi-residential 3-units, beach-front! This great Strand property offers a double-lot frontage...you get the space where it counts. Full ocean views from each unit. Buy now and rent/live in, build later! $11,000,000. 
  • 1619 Lomax Lane, Redondo Beach 90278 Cute single family starter home in Golden Hills, 3 bedroom/2 bath, tons of storage in basement area. List price: $629,000.
 
If you or someone you know needs our services, or if you have questions about anything posted here just give us a call at 310-265-4222.
 
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This Month's Featured Business:

Slavka Jasik, At Home With Care

 At Home With Care Logo 
 
This month's Featured Business is At Home With Care. I met business owner, Slavka Jasik through the Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce 5 years ago. Since then, she has proven herself and her company to be among the best in her field. Her clients rave about her company's services.
 
At Home With Care's mission is to provide safe, comprehensive, reliable and personal home care support to South Bay Seniors and their families and those recuperating from recent illness or surgery and need assistance with the activities of daily living.
 
Slavka is also a good friend of mine, and I highly recommend her services. You can reach her at her office at 310-798-2700.
 
Visit Melinda's Online Business Directory for a complete list of top-notch service providers.
In the Mail: "Home Safe Home"

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This month's Item of Value* was about creating a safe home.  It includes many quick and easy tips for creating a safe environment for you and your family. Here is a supplement eReport to what you received in the mail, "Home Safe Home". Also visit the Home Safety Council online for all sorts of helpful tips.
 
Sneak peak at next month's Item of Value: "Why Your Home Matters"Homeownership means a great deal to the individual but also to the community and economy at large! Be watching your mail in the next couple of weeks for it.
 
*If you live [or know people] in the LA/South Bay and would like to receive my monthly Items of Value in the mail, please contact me with your mailing address or sign up for my Client Appreciation Program here.