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 Volume 49          
 June 2013                                              
    
Greetings from B & A Realtors
"Come for a Day and Stay for a Lifetime..." 

Greetings!

Summer Cleaning Chore Checklist

 

 

Summer's here, hot, high and sweaty.   Vacations beckon.  The garden takes on a life of its own.

Busy families don't have much time for home chores these months.   School's out, travel's in and it's easy to let life slide on the home front.

 

The  summer cleaning chore checklist tackles hot-weather issues, summer health and safety:

 

Make the season count. Late summer is a slow time for home maintenance and cleaning companies. Look for summer discounts from carpet cleaners, gutter installers, and window washing firms, and get the jump on fall cleaning!

 

Think ahead to fall's cold weather. Schedule furnace maintenance now and beat the October rush. You'll be snug and warm that first cold night--and your HVAC specialist will thank you!

 

Prepare the medicine chest and first aid kit

for summer's little medical emergencies. In the bathroom, dispose of outdated medication as recommended by local health authorities. Be sure the first aid kit has ample adhesive bandages for scrapes, calamine lotion for insect bites, and hot/cold packs for strains or sprains.  

 

 

Tackle patio and sliding door tracks. Summer is open-door season, so be sure your doors open smoothly. Grab a bottle of all-purpose (degreasing) cleaner, a screwdriver and lots of rags. Spray the tracks generously and let sit for a few minutes to soften. Wrap the screwdriver with a rag, and make several careful passes along the track to get out the gunk.

 

Check washing machine hoses. Replace them if you find cracks or bulges--or if they're over two years old.

Prices are at the mid 2000's offerings!

Now is the time to purchase, don't let an opportunity to purchase with low interest rates and lower prices pass you by.   Prices are rising in The Villages so don't wait...today is the BEST day to purchase!  

 

We have Villas and homes currently being offered from the
mid $200,000's to $700,000+.  CALL today  (408) 274.8766 for a tour and to find your home in this "hidden gem" in Santa Clara Valley.

 

To preview CURRENT Villages listings, go to The Villages Listings

PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT

 

 Please Note:

 

Assessor Larry Stone has announced that most Santa Clara County property tax assessments will be restored to the original purchase price (plus the Prop 13 annual 2 percent increase) on July 1 for the 2013 / 2014 tax year.

 

HOORAY FOR THE RED, WHITE, & BLUE!

The Villages Golf & Country Club is preparing for this year's Annual 4th of July Parade.    The theme is "Hooray for Red, White & Blue" and each Village is encouraged to enter a float.   You will enjoy floats, convertibles carrying our retired military residents, and resident, George Komsky will sing our national Anthem and resident, Phil Strong will play Taps.   The day is filled with activities for all ages, so plan to bring your family and enjoy the Villages.
 
 

Celebrate July 4, 2013

"Like" B & A Realtors.  I welcome you, your family and/or friends to become my new neighbors in this beautiful gated community.

     Sincerely,

      Carla 

Oh, By The Way
, I'm never too busy for your Referrals

Client/Business Associate Testimonial:     

 

Carla is competent, conscientious, thorough, resourceful, dependable and a dream to work with.   I highly recommend connecting with her."  --Lauren E. Delp, Photography by Lauren E. Delp

 

   

   Quote for the month:    

 

"Think of all the beauty still left around you and be happy." - Anne Frank

 

  

Table of Contents
Mid 2000's Prices!
Property Tax Assessment
Villages 4th of July Parade
Safety Tip
JUNE - CHEERS!

The Villages Golf & Country Club

Luxury properties, professionally landscaped, Golf Course views, City views, openness of the community, trees, and waterfalls.

We have many properties for sale in this Resort-Style Senior Living for the Active Adult 55 years + that range in price from mid $200,000's to $700,000+. To receive an EXCLUSIVE tour of the community and preview selected properties,    CALL TODAY - 408.274.8766.
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SAFETY TIP
Photoelectric Smoke Alarms will respond quicker to smoke. Please check all your alarms today and add at least one to protect your family.
Ionization vs. Photoelectric Smoke Alarms
JUNE - CHEERS!
CHEERS is the social dance club for everyone.    The instructor, Jo-Ann Graham, is an energetic and entertaining instructor who has been teaching dance for 60 years!   Ed Knott, a well-known DJ will provide the music you love to listen and dance to.   The goal of Cheers is to provide a fun, friendly, and comfortable place for all who attend.  Cheers meets the third Monday of each month with a fee of $5, payable at the door.    Come join in the fun and good exercise on June 17 at the Foothill Facility.
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Carla Griffin
Broker/Owner
CRS/SRES 


B & A Realtors
6218 Wehner Way
San Jose, CA   95135

Email to Carla
BRE#00710852
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B & A Realtors was selected for the 2012 Best of San Jose Award in the Real Estate Agents category by the U.S. Commerce Association





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