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About bchrealestate

Specializing in beach and marina properties at the Channel Islands Harbor on California's Gold Coast located halfway between Malibu and Santa Barbara.

It’s a Big Difference

Posted on February 9, 2016 by bchrealestate

Let’s say that you just won $8,750 on a lottery scratch-off ticket. You’ve decided to be frugal and invest the money and have decided on three alternatives: buying a certificate of deposit, a mutual fund or use the money as … Continue reading →

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Is Understanding Costing You Money?

Posted on February 2, 2016 by bchrealestate

People tend to fear what they don’t understand. Homeowners understand fixed rate mortgages and remember the horror stories of people who lost their homes because they could no longer afford them when their adjustable rate mortgages went up. Interest rates … Continue reading →

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What’s That Smell?

Posted on January 26, 2016 by bchrealestate

Homeowners may be totally unaware that their home has an unpleasant odor. It can be unrecognizable to them but immediately apparent to visitors on entering the home. Candles, aerosol spray or even chocolate chip cookies can’t get rid of the … Continue reading →

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Mrs Olson’s Coffee Shop Update

Posted on January 25, 2016 by bchrealestate

After renovation and some serious plumbing issues, Mrs. Olson’s Coffee Hut will be reopening at their new location the end of February. A bit of a wait, but well worth it!

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Tall Ships Visit Channel Islands

Posted on January 25, 2016 by bchrealestate

  The Lady Washington and The Hawaiian Chieftan are at the Harbor Department dock, 3900 Pelican Way. Channel Islands Harbor welcomes the Lady Washington, a faithful replica of the first American ship to round Cape Horn and land in the … Continue reading →

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Remember to Get Your Annual Credit Report

Posted on January 19, 2016 by bchrealestate

You are probably aware that Federal law entitles you to a free copy of your credit report annually by each of the three credit bureaus: TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax. By regularly looking at each of these reports, you can determine … Continue reading →

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Plans Unveiled For Fisherman’s Wharf Site

Posted on January 17, 2016 by bchrealestate

A new plan for rehabilitating the old Fisherman’s Wharf including a name change. Continue reading →

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It’s Your Advantage

Posted on January 12, 2016 by bchrealestate

Technology has certainly streamlined the home buying process and introduced things that help purchasers make better decisions. Buyers have enthusiastically embraced video tours, digital signatures and the enormous amount of information available about a home, neighborhood, schools and neighbors. The … Continue reading →

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Mrs Olson’s Coffee Hut

Posted on January 11, 2016 by bchrealestate

Projected Opening:  end of January.   Watch for the grand opening sign!!! Moving to the harbor..Corner of Harbor and Channel Islands Blvd (under The LookOut) – the old Flip Flops location

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Thinking of Buying A Home? 3 Questions Every Buyer Should Ask

Posted on January 11, 2016 by bchrealestate

If you are debating purchasing a home right now, you are probably getting a lot of advice. Though your friends and family will have your best interest at heart, they may not be fully aware of your needs and what … Continue reading →

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