Author Archives: bchrealestate

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.

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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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 →