Little Ideas Here and There

Ah, I like this new article from Real Simple - Turn Clutter into Storage and Decorating Solutions.
This article emphasizes reusing and recycling stuff that is already lying around. "Use monochromatic boxes, wooden crates, berry baskets, and empty jars to stash anything from mementos to old files, paper clips to dried spices." I feel like I've already been doing this, but I like the monochromatic concept. The style is very Shabby Chic. Not really my thing, but maybe it'll be yours.

And more Apartment Therapy. I like this website, because it is a visual conglomeration of unique spaced decorated in different styles. Sometimes I get so bored with the model home stylings. They look great, but so traditional. This is a Chicago townhome. One thing I always wonder about is, where does all their stuff go? Everything looks soothing when its empty. I like the colorful sofa, the airy height of the room, low flat lines, and the funky light coming out of the wall. Look at those dramatic dark curtains that run from floor to ceiling! I absolutely love this room design and decor. I wish I was this talented...


And for those of you who love Craigslist, here is my furniture find of the day. For anyone living near Murrieta, here is some discounted Ethan Allen furniture.

~Tina Jan~
Coldwell Banker Kivett-Teeters
1655 E. Sixth St.
Beaumont, CA 92223
Work: 951-845-5520 Ext. 105
Fax: 951-845-4916
Cell: 909-446-2666
Toll-Free: 1-877-TINAJAN
tina.jan@coldwellbanker.com
www.tinajan.com

From Apartment Therapy

This is a gorgeous Apartment Therapy photo.  I love the warm colors and gold stenciling on the radiator.  What a wonderful idea.

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ROSS Clothing Store OPENS TOMORROW in Beaumont, California!

ROSS Clothing Store in Beaumont, California finally OPENS on Saturday, July 19th, 2008!

If you go to the GRAND OPENING, say "hi" to the manager for me.  He used to be a coworker of mine.

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How a Real Estate Agent House Hunts - Part 1

Prices have finally come down to the point where I want to buy a house for myself.  For those of you who don't know me very well.  I'm 27 this year, I feel old, but I'm one of the youngest real estate agents in my office.  I graduated from UC Berkeley in 2005.  So I've been out of school for 3 years.  From the first week out of school I began working as a full time real estate agent.  It's amazing how the years have gone by.  I still feel like an enthusiastic new agent even though I've seen several people go in and out of the office.  There is a high turn over rate in the real estate industry it seems.  Many were my friends so I am sad to see them go, but they have more rewarding jobs now I think.  The unstable and unpredictable nature of real estate is not for the weak of heart.

Anyway, about my "dream" house.  I don't need anything enormous (yet), but I would like a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1000+ sqft, with a garage, and some yard.  There should be hundreds of homes for sale that fit this description, so there will be many house hunting opportunities for me.  I know I am just one person, but I want to have a craft room, and a guest room.  I'm a big fan of sewing, crafting, jewelry-making, knitting, so I NEED to have a craft room/office.  I am in the pre-buying stage for sure, everything is still nebulous.  Well, there will be more house hunting thoughts.  One nice thing about being a real estate agent is that you have 24/7 access to all the houses and info.

Well I better get back to doing my BPO's (broker price opinions).  In every type of market there is a way to survive.  I'm doing my part one little piece at a time.  Between the real estate and SAT tutoring, I keep myself pretty busy.  And yet, even in my free time I can't sit idly.  This is why I knit every Tuesday and Friday nights in Riverside and Redlands.  Too much fidget-y energy.  Okay, well BPO-time.  Good night everyone!

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Staples Grand Opening in Beaumont, CA

The giant red balloon marking the Grand Opening of the NEW Staples store can be seen clearly from the 10 FWY. Despite the housing market price drop in the local market, commercial building continues. Among the new stores that have opened alongside Staples this summer are Best Buy, Petco, and Bed Bath and Beyond. Ross is expected to open soon as well. These businesses are creating more jobs in the area, increasing property values, and encouraging people to shop within the city.

~Tina Jan~
Coldwell Banker Kivett-Teeters
1655 E. Sixth St.
Beaumont, CA 92223
Work: 951-845-5520 Ext. 105
Fax: 951-845-4916
Cell: 909-446-2666
Toll-Free: 1-877-TINAJAN
tina.jan@coldwellbanker.com
www.tinajan.com