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Dear C.A.R. Member:

Following several months of debate and delays, our state representatives in Sacramento delivered a 2009-2010 budget to Governor Schwarzenegger today. The governor is expected to sign the budget as presented. Although details are sketchy, the budget appears to raise existing sales tax levels by 1 percent, and places a 0.25-percent income tax increase across the board. Under provisions included in the new budget, the vehicle license fee will increase from 0.65 percent to 1.15 percent of a vehicle’s... Read more

When you are thinking about selling real estate, there are a few key issues to consider before making a decision on the company to list your property with for sale.
1. How does the company rate with its past clients?
2. What value package the company and agent bring to you?
3. Is there a written marketing plan?
4. Is there a written analysis?
5. Is there a written guarantee of service?
Know about the company and agent you decide to trust with the sale of what we consider the most important investment in our lives. We know this as our Premier Service Promise at Frank A.... Read more