Tuesday, November 19, 2013

How Does the Real Estate Market Look for 2014

Two of the biggest questions I am asked as a real estate professional lately is "How is the market?"  and "What will 2014 be like for real estate?"  Well, here are the answers.

How is the market?
Currently in San Diego county home prices are rising, inventory is low and mortgage interest rates are still very low.

What to expect.
The real estate market will continue to recover as the economy improves and more sellers regain equity in their homes.  Inventory will then improve but it will be more expensive to buy a home in 2014 than it currently is due to rising prices and mortgage interest rates.

Should I buy now or wait?
You should buy now if you can.  Inventory may be low but that doesn't mean you can't find the home of your dreams.  It benefits you to buy now and take advantage of the low interest rates.  Why wait for home prices and interest rates to go up?

Should I sell now?
That depends on your situation.  If you are buying replacement home then yes!  Take advantage of the interest rates and lower home prices.  Not to mention there is less competition from other sellers.

But won't I be able to sell my current home for more in a year or two?
Yes the price of your current home should rise but so will the price of the new house you are buying and with all likelihood interest rates will rise as well.  These are items you will be paying for years to come.  Waiting could cost you thousands of dollars.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Thanksgiving Shopping List

Here is a shopping list to help you with your Thanksgiving shopping.  It has some of the most used items and space to add more.
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Monday, August 19, 2013

Jamul Moving Sale Lots of Great Items

My clients are moving from their Jamul home and have lots of great items for sale.  If you are interested in any of the items please call me and I will put you in contact with the sellers.  Kimberlee (619) 987-5143


                                                        Antique sewing machine -$50.00
 
 
                                                       Antique telephone table - $50.00


                                                     Antique Vanity w/ mirror - $75.00


                               Antique Vanity w/ mirror (shown in picture w/o mirror) - $50.00


                                                     coffee table or TV stand - $40.00


                                                           Corner office desk - $75.00


                                            Short wood and marble buffet table -$40.00


Wood rocking chair - $20.00





Some of the other items we have that I didn't take pictures of are:
 
Home gym - $1800.00

Kitchen hutch - $50.00

2 microwave ovens - smaller size - both hardley used - $10.00 each

kitchen table and chairs - $30.00

coffee table and w/ matching end tables $20.00

white corner shelf - $15.00

two bed tables -$10.00 each

(2) portable air conditioners in excellent shape, hardley used $50.00 each

Reebok weight bench - free

Collection of Toby mugs - $50.00

Snowboards (2) - $20.00 each

snowboard pants and jacket - free

pots for plants - cheap

plants - cheap

Thursday, July 18, 2013

3 Real Estate Scams to Watch Out For

Important information!  Please share with your friends.

Though the housing recovery is trucking along, that doesn't mean real estate scams have gone away. Home owners have been duped out of an average of $4,000 to $5,000 from scams, but even five-figure losses aren’t uncommon for those who have fallen prey to fake loan modifications and other housing fraud. Forbes recently highlighted three of the most common real estate scams today:

1. Rental scams: Scammers illegally pull online listing information from a home for sale and re-post it as a rental on another site, such as Craigslist. They’ll often ask for money upfront, in the form of a security deposit or broker fee, from prospective tenants. Scammers often advertise the home at a low price and collect application fees from several prospective tenants in order to hold the property for them. 
Warning signs: Be cautious of wiring money or paying any upfront fee before you’ve met the agent or signed the contract. Also, be skeptical if they can’t show you the property when you ask.

2. Loan modification scams: Scammers may offer “fake foreclosure counseling, phony forensic loan auditing, nonexistent mass rejoinder lawsuits, bait-and-switch ploys, leaseback programs, and fraudulent ‘government’ modification programs,” Forbes reports.
Warning signs: Be skeptical if anyone asks for money for foreclosure counseling. Foreclosure counseling is free from agencies like the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Also, always contact your lender directly to work through a modification process. Don’t allow someone to do that on your behalf.

3. Workshop scams: An investment guru will host a get-rich-quick real estate investing seminar and have you sign up for a course that is free or low-cost. The investor may then give you actual properties to invest in if you offer up thousands of dollars in advance. They make bold promises that you’ll become a millionaire, but then nothing ever happens. Also, a form you may have signed initially to take the class may prevent you from taking legal action against the instructor to recoup your money. 
Warning signs: While not every workshop instructor is a scammer, be sure to check out the program thoroughly before signing up. Check the company’s rating with the Better Business Bureau. Also, check if it’s linked to a reputable industry association.
Source: “3 Real Estate Scams and How to Avoid Them,” Forbes.com (July 16, 2013)

Monday, June 3, 2013

El Cajon Real Estate Market Report - May 2013

Here are the real estate statistics for May.  I have included the numbers for single family homes in El Cajon.  They are divided by the three El Cajon zip codes.  If you would like statistics for another area, please feel free to let me know.

92019
There are currently 46 active real estate listings in El Cajon (92019), ranging from $265,000 for 3 bedrooms,2 bathroom, 1266 square feet to 1,999,999 for 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms,  5890 square feet.

53 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

34 properties sold (closed escrow) ranging from $276,000 for 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1900 square feet to $690,000 for 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3124 square feet.  The average time on the market was 51 days.

92020
There are currently 46 active real estate listings in El Cajon (92020), ranging from $299,000 for 2 bedrooms,1 bathroom, 800 square feet to 1,595,876 for 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms,  5368 square feet.

49 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

36 properties sold (closed escrow) ranging from $190,000 for 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1064 square feet to $754,900 for 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2439 square feet.  The average time on the market was 36 days.

92021
There are currently 34 active real estate listings in El Cajon (92021), ranging from $279,900 for 2 bedrooms,1 bathroom, 1008 square feet to 2,600,000 for 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms,  8331 square feet.

51 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

56 properties sold (closed escrow) ranging from $375,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1000 square feet to $840,000 for 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4565 square feet.  The average time on the market was 46 days.

Jamul Real Estate Market Report - May 2013

Summer is here!  It is time for the monthly real estate market report.  I have included the statistics for active, pending and sold single family homes in Jamul.  If you would like information on another area, feel free to let me know.

There are currently 23 active real estate listings in Jamul, ranging from $250,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 760 square feet to 1,749,000 for 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 6915 square feet.

21 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

8 properties sold (closed escrow) ranging from $286,700 for 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 936 square feet to $900,000 for 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3465 square feet.  The average time on the market was 35 days.

Alpine Real Estate Market Report - May 2013

Happy summer everyone.  It is June, so time for the May real estate market report for Alpine.  I have included the statistics for the active, pending and sold single family homes.  If you would like the numbers for condos or another area, feel free to let me know.

There are currently 38 active real estate listings in Alpine, ranging from $274,900 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 922 square feet to 2,500,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3100 square feet.

47 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

23 properties sold (closed escrow) ranging from $276,000 for 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1118 square feet to $1,900,000 for 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 6444 square feet.  The average time on the market was 59 days.

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

El Cajon Real Estate Market Report - April 2013

Happy May Day everyone. Here are the real estate statistics for El Cajon for the month of April 2013. I have included the numbers for single family homes for all three zip codes. If you would like th stats for condos or another area, please feel free to let me know.

92019
There are currently 44 Active listings. Ranging from $279,000 for 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1152 square feet to $1,999,999 for 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 5890 square feet.

44 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

20 properties sold (closed escrow) in April. Ranging from $245,000 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1014 square feet to $725,000 for 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3330 square feet. The average time on the market was 70 days.

92020
There are currently 38 Active listings. Ranging from $220,500 for 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1128 square feet to $1,595,873 for 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 5368 square feet.

51 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

24 properties sold (closed escrow) in April. Ranging from $224,900 for 1 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 774 square feet to $675,000 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3000 square feet. The average time on the market was 43 days.

92021
There are currently 35 Active listings. Ranging from $299,900 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1358 square feet to $900,000 for 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4861 square feet.

77 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

47 properties sold (closed escrow) in April. Ranging from $171,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 878 square feet to $659,000 for 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2873 square feet. The average time on the market was 54 days.

Jamul Real Estate Market Report - April 2013

Today is the first of May already!!  Happy May Day everyone. Here are the real estate statistics for Jamul for the month of April 2013. I have included the numbers for single family homes. If you would like th stats for condos or another area, please feel free to let me know.

There are currently only 25 Active listings in Jamul. Ranging from $399,900 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1515 square feet to $1,800,000 for 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 69154 square feet.

22 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

2 properties sold (closed escrow) in April. Ranging from $390,000 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1988 square feet to $649,000 for 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4076 square feet. The average time on the market was 60 days.

Alpine Real Estate Market Report - April 2013

Happy May Day everyone.  Here are the real estate statistics for Alpine for the month of April 2013.  I have included the numbers for single family homes.  If you would like th stats for condos or another area, please feel free to let me know.

There are currently 53 Active listings.  Ranging from $75,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 768 square feet to $2,595,000 for 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 6444 square feet.

42 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

10 properties sold (closed escrow) in April.  Ranging from $252,000 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1689 square feet to $965,000 for 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4396 square feet.  The average time on the market was 86 days.

Monday, April 1, 2013

El Cajon Real Estate Report March 2013

I hope everyone had a great month and a Happy Easter.  Here are the real estate statistics for all three zip codes in El Cajon.  These numbers are for single family homes.  If you would like the numbers for a different area or for condos, feel free to let me know.

92019

There are currently 32 active listings in El Cajon zip 92019.  Ranging from $204,900 for 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 706 square feet to $1,788,000 for 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4498 square feet.

39 properties are pending, (currently in escrow).

34 properties sold (closed escrow) in march.  Ranging from $195,100 for 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 945 square feet to $721,500 for 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4489 square feet.  The average time on the market was 38 days!

92020

There are currently 41 active listings in El Cajon zip 92020. Ranging from $199,000 for 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 846 square feet to $1,595,000 for 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5368 square feet.

40 properties are pending, (currently in escrow).

30 properties sold (closed escrow) in march. Ranging from $160,000 for 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 754 square feet to $820,000 for 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3388 square feet. The average time on the market was 44 days!

92021

There are currently 42 active listings in El Cajon zip 92021. Ranging from $175,000 for 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1568 square feet to $859,000 for 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4861 square feet.

75 properties are pending, (currently in escrow)!

29 properties sold (closed escrow) in march. Ranging from $202,000 for 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 866 square feet to $700,000 for 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3624 square feet. The average time on the market was 72 days.

Alpine Real Estate Market Report March 2013

Happy April everyone.  I hope you all had a good month and a Happy Easter.  Here are the real estate statistics for Alpine for the month of March 2013.  Thesse numbers are for single family homes only.  If you would like the numbers for condos or another area, please let me know.

There are currently 44 active listings in Alpine. Ranging from $249,990 for 3 bedrooms,2 bathrooms, 711 square feet to $2,595,000 for 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 6444 square feet.

32 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

16 properties sold (closed escrow) in March.  Ranging from $160,000 for 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1173 square feet to $695,000 for 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3445 square feet.  The average time on the market was 60 days.

Jamul Real Estate Report March 2013

I hope everyone had a great Easter.  Here are the real estate statistics for Jamul for the month of March 2013.  Oh and this is no April Fools!

There are currently 29 active real estate listings in Jamul.  Ranging from $315,300 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1695 square feet to $1,800,000 for 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 6915 square feet.

12 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

5 properties sold (closed escrow) in March.  Ranging from $385,000 for 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2122 square feet to $780,000 for 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3391 square feet.  The average time on the market was 74 days.

Friday, March 1, 2013

El Cajon Real Estate Report February 2013

Here are the numbers for the active, pending and sold listings in El Cajon.  I have included the statistics for all 3 zip codes and for single family homes only.  If you would like the numbers for condos or another area, please feel free to give me a call.

92019

There are currently 42 Active listings.  Ranging from $299,900 for 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2068 square feet to $1,688,000 for 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4498 square feet.

39 properties are pending, (currently in escrow).

17 properties sold (closed escrow) in February.  Ranging from $230,000 for 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1352 square feet to $560,000 for 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3474 square feet.  The average time on the market was 86 days.

92020


There are currently 27 Active listings. Ranging from $235,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 753 square feet to $1,550,000 for 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 5368 square feet.

43 properties are pending, (currently in escrow).

24 properties sold (closed escrow) in February. Ranging from $160,000 for 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom, 1044 square feet to $700,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2500 square feet. The average time on the market was 51 days.

92021


There are currently 36 Active listings. Ranging from $249,900 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1026 square feet to $1,495,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5500 square feet.

60 properties are pending, (currently in escrow).

24 properties sold (closed escrow) in February. Ranging from $160,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 832 square feet to $665,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3007 square feet. The average time on the market was 83 days.

Jamul Real Estaate Report February 2013

March is here so it is time to take a look and see how the Jamul real estate market faired for last month.  Here are numbers for single family homes in Jamul for the month of February 2013.

There are currently 23 Active listings on the market.  Ranging fro, $214,000 for 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 888 square feet to $2,600,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2430 square feet.

9 properties are pending, (currently in escrow).

2 properties sold in February (closed escrow).  A 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1728 square feet for $260,000 and a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2989 square feet for $700,000.  The average time on the market was 48 days.

Alpine Real Estate Report February 2013

I know February is a short month, but wow that went fast.  It is time for the monthly real estate market report.  Here are the statistics for Alpine for the month of Febraury.

There are currently 39 Active listings.  Ranging from $249,990 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 711 square feet to $1,175,000 for 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3908 square feet.

36 properties are pending, (currently in escrow).

21 properties sold in February (closed escrow).  Ranging from $165,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 986 square feet to $799,000 for 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3374 square feet.  The average time on the market was 93 days.

Monday, February 4, 2013

El Cajon Real Estate Market Report - January 2013

It's a new month so that means it is time for the real estate market reports.  Here are the statistics for El Cajon.  I have included the numbers for single family homes in all three El Cajon zip codes.

92019
There are currently 44 active Real Estate listings in El Cajon zip code 92019. Ranging from $204,900 for 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 706 square feet to $1,688,000 for 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4498 square feet.

31 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

24 properties sold (closed escrow) in January. Ranging from $171,690 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1158 square feet to $825,000 for 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 5128 square feet. The average time on the market was 85 days.


92020
There are currently 32 active Real Estate listings in El Cajon zip code 92020. Ranging from $204,900 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 774 square feet to $1,595,000 for 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 5368 square feet.

43 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

33 properties sold (closed escrow) in January. Ranging from $187,500 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 950 square feet to $656,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2944 square feet. The average time on the market was 55 days.


92021
There are currently 34 active Real Estate listings in El Cajon zip code 92021. Ranging from $229,999 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1704 square feet to $1,495,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5500 square feet.

56 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

26 properties sold (closed escrow) in January. Ranging from $185,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1610 square feet to $799,000 for 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4296 square feet. The average time on the market was 46 days.


If you or anyone you know is considering buying or selling a home in El Cajon, please give me a call. I would be happy to help.

Alpine Real Estate Market Report - January 2013

January is over.  Wow that went quickly.  It is time to see how the real estate market looked in Alpine for the month of January.   Here are the statistics for Alpine.

There are currently 24 active Real Estate listings in Alpine. Ranging from $125,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 986 square feet to $1,175,000 for 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3908 square feet.

35 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

11 properties sold (closed escrow) in January. Ranging from $185,000 for 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1236 square feet to $690,000 for 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3014 square feet. The average time on the market was 92 days.

If you or anyone you know is considering buying or selling a home in Alpine, please give me a call. I would be happy to help.

Jamul Real Estate Market Report - January 2013

How are you doing on your New Year's Resolutions?  Did you make it through the month without cheating?  January is over so it is time for the monthy real estate market reports.  Here are the statistics for Jamul.

There are currently 24 active Real Estate listings in Jamul.  Ranging from $125,000 for 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 750 square feet to $2,600,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2430 square feet.

10 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

6 properties sold (closed escrow) in January.  Ranging from $300,000 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1202 square feet to $975,000 for 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4434 square feet.  The average time on the market was 58 days.

If you or anyone you know is considering buying or selling a home in Jamul, please give me a call.  I would be happy to help.

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Love this, its what I work for!!

This is a copy of what one of my clients just posted about me. It has made my day and I feel so happy. This is what I work for!!! "We are first time home buyers and we bought a short sale. I suffer from extreme anxiety as it is, so this was an extreme roller coaster for me. Kimberlee our agent was super fantastic and understanding. She kept in constant contact through emails, by phone, and even by text. She acted as a therapist, an agent, and a friend. She has a great understanding of the market, the process, and the laws surrounding her profession. She is a truly committed professional with incredible integrity. We have found an agent for life and will absolutely recommend her to everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

El Cajon Real Estate Market Report - Dec 2012

Happy New Year.  I can't believe it is 2013!  Where did 2012 go?  It is time for the monthly real estate market report for El Cajon.  Below are the real estate statistics for December 2012.  I have included the numbers for active listing, pending properties and single family homes that sold.  The information is divided into the 3 El Cajon zip codes.  If you would like information for another area or condos please feel free to give me a call.

92019
There are currently 44 active listings in El Cajon zip code 92019. These are homes that are currently on the market and available to purchase. They range from $235,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1180 square feet to $1,688,000 for 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4498 square feet.

33 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

22 properties sold in December. Ranging from $205,000 for 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1209 square feet to $695,000 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2942 square feet. The average time on the market was 47 days.

92020
There are currently 40 active listings in El Cajon zip 92020. These are homes that are currently on the market and available to purchase. They range from $230,000 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1435 square feet to $1,595,000 for 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 5368 square feet.

45 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

28 properties sold in December. Ranging from $185,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 994 square feet to $640,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2780 square feet. The average time on the market was 77 days.

92021
There are currently 32 active listings in El Cajon zip code 92021. These are homes that are currently on the market and available to purchase. They range from $171,900 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 878 square feet to $1,495,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5500 square feet.

47 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

35 properties sold in December. Ranging from $185,000 for 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1198 square feet to $845,000 for 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3505 square feet. The average time on the market was 91 days.

Alpine Real Estate Market Report - Dec 2012

Happy New Year!  Here is the real estate market report for Alpine.  I have included the statistics for single family homes that are active, pending and that sold in December.  If you would like information regarding another area or condos, please feel free to give me a call.


There are currently 37 active listings in Alpine. These are homes that are currently on the market and available to purchase. They range from $212,500 for 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1236 square feet to $1,795,000 for 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2615 square feet.

25 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

9 properties sold in December. Ranging from $200,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1054 square feet to $620,000 for 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3526 square feet. The average time on the market was 86 days.

Are you or someone you know considering making a move in 2013?  Call me for a free consultation and answers to all your real estate questions.

Jamul Real Estate Market Report - Dec. 2012

Happy New Year everyone.  I hope you all had a safe and joyous New Year.  Here are the real estate statistics for Jamul.  I have included the number of current listings, pending listings and the homes that sold in December 2012.

There are currently 21 active listings in Jamul.  These are homes that are currently on the market and available to purchase.  They range from $125,000 for 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 750 square feet to $2,600,000 for 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2430 square feet.

11 properties are pending (currently in escrow).

11 properties sold in December.  Ranging from $242,500 for 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1184 square feet to $1,347,500 for 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 6264 square feet.  The average time on the market was 72 days.

If you are considering selling your home, please give me a call.  I am here to assist you.

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