Santa Clarita Valley Real Estate

Market to Slow Moderately in the New Year The rate of home appreciation will post a modest decline in 2007 following several years of steep increases, while the sales pace will decrease as the market stabilizes throughout the year, according to the California Association of REALTORS 2007 Housing Market Forecast. The median home price in California will decline 2 percent to $550,000 in 2007 compared with a projected median of $561,000 at the end of 2006. Sales of existing homes are projected to decrease 7 percent to 447,500 units, compared with 481,200 units (projected) in 2006. "The housing market clearly downshifted in 2006 from the record-setting sales and robust price gains of the last few years," said C.A.R. President Vince Malta. "The residential real estate market in 2006 has been characterized by a gap between buyer and seller expectations. Sellers sensed that the peak of the market was approaching, yet still hoped to obtain the highest possible prices. Buyers'

Your credit score is likely the most important three-digit number in your life. Your score affects how much you pay for credit, and it can affect other bills you pay, where you live and where you work. Banks and credit card companies review your score when deciding whether to extend you credit and how much interest to charge. (See " What bad credit really costs you .") A high score can lead to lower car- and home-insurance premiums, a deposit waiver from utility companies and a better service package from the cell-phone company. (See " 5 people who check your credit .") Many landlords check credit scores before allowing you to sign a lease. (See " Credit checks: A civil rights issue? ") Many employers -- 35% in 2003 -- are doing credit checks on prospective employees, particularly those who would deal with money. Employers need your written permission to make the check and must give you a chance to respond. With so much at stake, it's wise to find out

Camarillo Premium Outlets A great place to hang for an afternoon and pick out some new fashions, for yourself, a friend or new apparel for your home. Enjoy the sunshine and the fresh atmosphere of charming Camarilo . When your done shopping, cruise down to Dukes for linner while taking in the Pacific Ocean and spectacular views up and down the Los Angeles and Ventura Counties shoreline. On a clear day you can see Catalina Island about 20 miles to the west, and the world famous Santa Monica Pier about 15 miles south.

In honor of Women's History Month: March 2007 , please visit this website below to see most of the great accomplisments from women of our great nation. National Women’s History Month’s roots go back to March 8, 1857, when women from New York City factories staged a protest over working conditions. International Women’s Day was first observed in 1909, but it wasn’t until 1981 that Congress established National Women’s History Week during the second week of March. In 1987, Congress expanded the week to a month. Every year since, Congress has passed a resolution for Women’s History Month , and the president has issued a proclamation.