Sellsius Top 12 Women Real Estate Bloggers

I am privileged and honored to have been included in such a lofty group of talented real estate bloggers.  It was an absolute pleasure first meeting the Sellsius boys, Joe and Rudy back in April, at the Laguna Beach get together, and then again during their BLOG TOURS USA travels down at the lovely Del Mar Race Track.  It seems very strange getting together with a large group of people who have never met before yet are as close as any group of co-workers, but that is how it is in the real estate blogging community.  We have all become a large, nationwide family. 

I am thrilled to have discovered blogging as a way to communicate directly with todays consumer.  Finding my voice has been one of the most liberating experiences in my life. 

I would like to thank the Active Rain Community without whom this would never have been possible.  Last but not least I would like to thank my friend and mentor Mary McKnight of Rsspieces who taught me most of what I know.  Thank you, from the bottom of my lil pink heart! 

It is my honor to present to you the Top 12 Women Real Estate Bloggers of 2007:

• Teresa Boardman
• Kris Berg
• Missy Caulk
• Diane Cohn
• Ines Hegedus-Garcia
• Maureen Francis
• Kristal Kraft
• Laurie Manny
• Roberta Murphy
• Sharon Simms
• Rhonda Porter
• Frances Flynn Thorsen

Thank you Rudy and Joe, You guys totally ROCK!

Posted on October 09, 2007 07:44:17 by Laurie.Manny

Belmont Shore & Belmont Heights-Long Beach City Council Considers Mansionization Ordinance

LONG BEACH REAL ESTATE

Long Beach City Council Considers Mansionization Ordinance

The Long Beach City Council will be meeting on October 9th at 5:00 PM to consider a Mansionization ordinance for the Belmont Heights and Belmont Shore areas.  If passed this ordinance will considerably limit and/or restrict local homeowner's rights to modify thier own homes. 

>> Download the City Council Agenda

If you cannot attend but would like your voice to be heard, please contact your city council representative.

District 1: Bonnie Lowenthal (562) 570-6919

District 2: Suja Lownehtal (562) 5706684

District 3: Gary DeLong (562) 5706300

District 4: Patrick O´Donnell (562) 5706918

District 5: Gerrie Schipske (562) 5706932

District 6: Dee Andrews (562) 5706816

District 7: Tonia Reyes Uranga (562) 5706139

District 8: Rae Gabelich (562) 5701326

District 9: Val Lerch (562) 5706137

Posted on October 05, 2007 12:02:09 by Laurie.Manny

Labor Day - Rosie the Riveter - A Moment of Remembrance and Thanks

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When I sit back and think about the world it amazes me.  Civilization has been here for millions of years yet here we are living in a world where 150 years ago there were no cars, planes or any of the wonderful toys that we so take for granted today.  Heck I don't think there were computers 50 years ago.  

When I think of all the advances that mankind has made it blows my mind.  Each and every one of us plays a part in it in our own way.  

These women made a massive contribution to mankind, they deserve to be remembered forever.  

Posted on September 03, 2007 00:51:39 by Laurie.Manny

Long Beach California Retirement Communities

LONG BEACH REAL ESTATE

Long Beach California Retirement Communities

Did you know that the City of Long Beach does not have any Retirement Communities for active seniors?  Seal Beach,Huntington Beach and Manhattan Beach are all close by and have many, like Leisureworld. 

What is a Long Beach Baby Boomer supposed to do?  Leave Long Beach?  Why?  Many of our senior citizens have spent most or all of their lives in their Long Beach homes, contributing to our communities in Long Beach.  Why should they spend their golden years in a strange place?  Why have we not accomodated them? 

What is wrong with Long Beach?  We are re-developing Downtown Long Beach like crazy, Section 8 and low income housing are a priority for the city, why are our active seniors and the baby boomers housing needs being ignored here?  

Anybody from the City of Long Beach can chime in here, have your say in the comments.  Better yet, contact your local politician's and ask them Wazzzzzzzup with that?

Posted on August 20, 2007 19:19:52 by Laurie.Manny

Totally Cool Toys

 LONG BEACH REAL ESTATE

Weekend Fun

Who doesn't like chic new, cutting edge and innovative toys, kitchen gadgets and...just stuff? 

Here are some of the latest and greatest future dust collectors, give as a gift or keep for your very own collection: 

Beaker Blender 

The Butter Wizard

USB Desktop Toys - For the Kid in all of us.............From Thinkgeek.com

USB Drink Chiller & Warmer

Features

• Connection via USB
• Coldplate chills to 45˚F
• Hotplate warms to 120˚F
• Helps keeps your beverage at optimum temperature
• USB cable length: 5 feet
• Power consumption: 5.75W
• Dimensions: 5.25" x 3.25" x 1.4"
• Bawls and Coffee not included

USB Battery Charger

Pop 4 AA or AAA rechargable batteries in the USB Battery Charger, plug in to your desktop or laptop computer, and wait for a few short hours, and you have enough juice to run your digital camera, MP3 player, or R/C Helicopter. Sweet!

The USB Battery Charger comes in black, four inches square and 1 inch high, with a translucent cover. It charges 4 AA or 4 AAA rechargable batteries (or 2 of each) in 4 hours. We cannot stress enough how important it is to NOT try and recharge alkaline batteries as some have been known to explode rather unpleasantly.

For the more Twisted among us:

SHOCK BALL !  zzzzzzzzZT

Warning: The Product Emits An Electric Shock. Keep out of reach of children. Not suitable for those under the age of 14. This is a novelty item, not a toy. May interfere with electrical devices such as pacemakers.

'nuff said?

For the Very Bored and Truly Wealthy among us:

Harrod's of London presents:

The Diamond Studded Saucepan

Retailing for a mere £100,000

Fissler, the leader on the German market for premium cookware, is setting new standards of luxury with a unique product: a pot adorned with gold and diamonds from Fissler.

The handles on the lid and sides as well as the name logo are made from almost one kilogram of solid gold (750/yellow gold) and are studded with more than 200 diamonds (TWSI) of varying sizes.

The breathtaking one-off originals will be crafted lovingly by hand in Idar-Oberstein/Germany. This town in Rhineland Palatinate is well-known as the home of Fissler, the international leaders and experts in cookware, and has, for centuries, enjoyed a global reputation in the design of precious stones and jewellery for the most exclusive clientele all around the world.

You will need a New Home worthy of housing that delectable pan. 

For a mere $4.25 million you could be the proud owner of the Paris Hilton, Beverly Hills home currently for sale.  The home comes complete with furnishings. 

If black and white decor is your choice, this one may be for you.   Pssssssst, her neighbors are very relieved that she is moving so they will be very happy to see you. 

Paris purchased the property in 2004 for a reported $2.9 million, a very hefty profit here. 

Posted on August 18, 2007 15:21:32 by Laurie.Manny