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		<title>Home Renovation Scams and How to Avoid Them!</title>
		<link>http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2010/11/10/home-renovation-scams-and-how-to-avoid-them/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:24:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Herndon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Scam artists are nothing new, but there are plenty of reasons to predict that even more of them will be around, due to tough economic times.   Anyone who is not cautious and informed is a potential victim.  Your best defense is a skeptical mind and knowing what to look out for when you hear about an offer that's "too good to refuse." ]]></description>
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		<title>San Diego October Events Calendar!!!</title>
		<link>http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2010/09/23/san-diego-october-events-calendar/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 20:38:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adrienne Dimeno</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[- September 29 – October 3 2010 at t Oceanside Harbsor Day- Saturday and Sunday October 2 and 3 2010 from 9 AM to 6 PM at the Oceanside Harbor. Arts and crafts exhibits, food and fun activities in San Diego north county. Free admission. www.OceansideHarborDays.com. Cardiff Surf Classic and Green Beach Fair &#8211; Saturday [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Optimal Way to Make an Open House Lead to a Sold House</title>
		<link>http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2010/08/04/the-optimal-way-to-make-an-open-house-lead-to-a-sold-house/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Aug 2010 21:21:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chad Basinger, REALTOR®, CPA, CFP®</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are going to be spending the middle of the day holding an open house, whether you are an agent or the homeowner, you might as well make it the most effective three hours possible.  Similar to a professional athlete, you must put in all the necessary work before the actual game to make [...]]]></description>
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		<title>It&#8217;s Spring Home Maintenance Time!</title>
		<link>http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2010/04/12/its-spring-home-maintenance-time/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2010 02:24:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rachel LaMar, J.D.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spring is here and that means it is time to take care of home projects to maintain your home and keep it in tip-top shape. From the inside to the outside there is a list of things you can do that will make a big difference and make you feel great! To read more please [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Ready to Move?  Tips for Getting your Property Ready for Sale!</title>
		<link>http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2010/03/23/ready-to-move-tips-for-getting-your-property-ready-for-sale/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2010 01:18:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chad Basinger, REALTOR®, CPA, CFP®</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Steps to Take in Preparing your Property for Sale Sever Ties to your Home Think along these lines, &#8220;This is not my home; it is merely a house &#8211; a product to be sold much like anything you’d find in the grocery store Mentally &#8220;let go&#8221; of your emotions and realize this house will no [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Ahhh, Simplicity Returns</title>
		<link>http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2010/02/27/ahhh-simplicity-returns/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:23:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rachel LaMar, J.D.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Have you felt it? There is a new movement all across the nation that I call the reversion to simplicity. Companies, homeowners and people everywhere are heeding the need to simplify their lives and reassess what is valuable. From this new way of thinking  great ideas are coming forth that will make a stronger planet [...]]]></description>
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		<title>CaliforniaFIRST Program Soon Available to Carlsbad Residents</title>
		<link>http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2010/02/24/californiafirst-program-soon-available-to-carlsbad-residents/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 21:10:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rachel LaMar, J.D.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Carlsbad residents are lucky to be included in a small list of cities across the state that will be launching the CaliforniaFIRST program. This program enables residents to make energy efficient improvements on their property and pay back the state over time. To learn more about this fantastic program and see how you can apply, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>A house warming party is a great way to show off a custom home!</title>
		<link>http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2009/02/28/a-house-warming-party-is-a-great-way-to-show-off-a-custom-home/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 15:21:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brent Cole</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On Sunday February 22nd, one of Solara&#8217;s newest residents had a house warming party, hosting the opportunity to show off their new custom home!  This is our largest floor plan being offered at Solara Lofts:  The 2007 SAM award winning K plan, noted  for best designed home over $500,000 category. Unlike any other new home [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Beware of the OVER AGGRESSIVE Home Inspector</title>
		<link>http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2008/12/07/beware-of-the-over-aggressive-home-inspector/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 02:19:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>rgehlsen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You as a seller have finally gone into escrow on the sale of your home. Breathing a huge sigh of relief you are excited to get started with the inspections. I had an experience with clients that went through a nightmare with an over aggressive inspector. This home in question was very upgraded. It had [...]]]></description>
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		<title>HOME OWNERSHIP &#8211; Buying vs. Renting</title>
		<link>http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2008/10/21/home-ownership-buying-vs-renting/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 23:35:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>pamandjoanna</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Should you buy or should you rent? This has become a complicated question for thousands of consumers.  Not only is this question loaded with personal and lifestyle considerations but financial issues as well.  For some, buying is the only sensible thing to do and for others, renting is much more convenient. Most homeowners enjoy the [...]]]></description>
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