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Consumer confidence improves in December The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index improved to 64.5 (1985=100) in December, up from 55.2 in November. The Present Situation Index increased to 46.7 from 38.3, and the Expectations Index rose to 76.4 from 66.4. Consumers' assessment of current conditions improved in December. Those stating ...

Keep Your Family Safe this Christmas Season The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) reports more than double the number of open-flame fires on Christmas Day than on an average day, and about twice as many on New Year’s Day. Property loss during a holiday fire is 34 percent greater than in an average fire, and the ...

Weekly Mortgage Interest Rate Survey  Brought to you by the Real estate Team of Hugh Lilly and Marie Estrada at PMZ Real EstateCompilation of Weekly Survey Releases for 2011 for more Mortgage Information Click: Freddie Mac2011 Weekly Mortgage Rates Data March 10, 201130-Yr FRM15-Yr FRM5/1-Yr ARM1-Yr ARMAverage Rates4.88 %4.15 %3.73 %3.21 ...

One of the advantages of owning a home is the tax deductions that come with homeownership. Many potential homeowners don’t realize the true cost of their home. It’s not just appreciation but the tax savings that can lower the cost of owning your home. Homeowners pay an annual real estate tax their home based on its value and this tax ...

The IRS Home Mortgage Interest Income Tax DeductionIt’s that time of year when our attention turns to filing our tax return and it’s important to learn about the benefits of home ownership and the tax deductions you are eligible for. When looking for deductions as a homeowner, make sure that you have all the information necessary ...

Thousands of homeowners in Californians and in particular in Stockton, Lodi and the Central Valley are facing foreclosure on their underwater mortgages each month. The Central Valley and San Joaquin are ground zero for distressed mortgages. More than 75% of the homes for sale on the Metrolist MLS are either short sales or foreclosures very few ...

Lodi has a real treasure in the School Street Bistro; it is one of my favorite places to dine. The staff is welcoming and the décor is rustic and is just what a Bistro should be. It’s a great place to gather with friends and family in a casual atmosphere with Gourmet food and wine. We have been going to the bistro for the last five ...

The Real Estate Market is exciting for home buyers. Homes in Stockton, homes in Lodi and the Central Valley are excellent values. The inventory of Houses for sale on the MLS is increasing provide greater choice, home prices continue to remain stable and in some cases slightly declining. The housing mix for homes for sale is mostly made up with ...

Great places to Eat in StocktonMy wife and I drop by Raw Sushi Bistro almost every Friday night click Raw Sushi  Bistro .  Raw is another great thing about Stockton, Ca.  Raw is the go to place for a business lunch and exciting dinner venue.  The food is impressive and the drinks are perfect. Try the wasabi margarita ...

Lodi, has that home town feeling but with all the amenities that you could want. Lodi is rapidly becoming a destination point for visitors.  Pass the afternoon sipping wine with a local winemaker. Shop for that perfect antique or gift in our historic downtown. Stroll barefoot along the beach at Lodi Lake. Tour a museum. Catch a concert or ...