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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.

Early Burnout Could be Good

Posted on January 5, 2016 by bchrealestate

Most of us understand the expression “burning the candle at both ends” to mean working so hard that you burn yourself out. Normally, that wouldn’t be a good idea unless it is intentional. If the candle is your mortgage and … Continue reading →

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Emergency Ready Kit

Posted on December 29, 2015 by bchrealestate

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommends that all Americans have some basic supplies on hand in order to survive for at least three days if an emergency occurs. It is recommended that the Ready Kit should be assembled well … Continue reading →

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Forced Savings

Posted on December 22, 2015 by bchrealestate

One of the big banks has a voluntary program available that transfers $100 each month from your checking account to your savings account. In five years, the account owner would have over $5,000 because of a type of forced savings. … Continue reading →

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More Equity…More Options

Posted on December 15, 2015 by bchrealestate

The more equity in your home, the more options you have. Since equity is determined by the difference between value and what is owed on a property, when homes lost value during the Great Recession, homeowners’ equity decreased. Negative equity … Continue reading →

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Two things everyone needs to know about plumbing

Posted on December 8, 2015 by bchrealestate

The first thing every homeowner needs to know about plumbing is how to turn the water off in case of an emergency. It’s like having a fire extinguisher; you hope you never need it but you want it just in … Continue reading →

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Look at a Rental This Way

Posted on December 1, 2015 by bchrealestate

Appreciation, tax advantages, cash flow, leverage and equity build-up contribute to the rate of return on rental real estate. If that sounds confusing and it’s keeping you from investing in rentals, try looking at it a different way. Consider this, … Continue reading →

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One-button Pricing?

Posted on November 24, 2015 by bchrealestate

An Automated Valuation Model, AVM, is a computer approach that looks at public records to make a determination based on square footage, comparable sales and other elements. It is as easy as putting your address in a blank but unfortunately, … Continue reading →

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Resource Central

Posted on November 17, 2015 by bchrealestate

Homeowners should recognize that the same trusted professional who helped them buy or sell their home can be a valuable resource while they own their home too. Think of your REALTOR® as an indispensable homeowner’s resource who can make recommendations … Continue reading →

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Mrs Olson’s Coffee Hut Is Moving!

Posted on November 14, 2015 by bchrealestate

Mrs. Olson’s Coffee Hut is moving to the old Flip Flops Restuarant location (also used to be the old Chuey’s Retaurant) at Harbour Landing on the harbor side across from The Italian Job Restaurant.  Great location with a fantastic harbor … Continue reading →

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Plans to Replace Old Casa Sirena and Lobster Trap Restaurant

Posted on November 9, 2015 by bchrealestate

In a regular meeting of the Ventura County Board of Supervisors the leasehold lease was ratified for Brighton Management to redevelop the former Casa Sirena Hotel and Lobster Trap Restaurant on the Harbor’s Peninsula.  The lease agreement includes the complete … Continue reading →

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