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“Closing” your home refers to a time period during a purchase transaction, where the contract is executed and the conveyance of title is given to the buyer from the seller.  For the buyer, this is a great point in time during the transaction, especially since it indicates that he or she is in the final stages […]

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On Tuesday, April 10th, Pacific Ridge School participated in an international event called One Day Without Shoes, which was created by TOMS shoe company.  Taking their shoes off for a day, students and faculty helped realize and bring awareness to the fact that 40% of the world’s population does not own a pair of shoes. […]

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As many of you may know, the proposed project of One Paseo has been an important topic among Carmel Valley residents, business owners, and other members in the community.  In recent news, the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) regarding One Paseo has been released. The Environmental Impact Report, is a required document under the state’s […]

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We all know about the tragedies of World War II, but few can experience through the eyes of an animal.  In the moving, action-packed, Oscar-nominated film “War Horse” directed by Steven Spielberg, a strong-willed and intelligent thoroughbred horse with chestnut brown color and four white socks is separated from his teenage owner Albert who named […]

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Just In Time (JIT) is a program that helps transitioning foster youth with opportunities for self-sufficiency through emergency support, essential resources, and caring personal guidance at critical junctures on their path to independence.  Statistics show that 1-3% of former foster youth go on to graduate college; JIT sees to it that these numbers increase and […]

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The social media giant, Facebook, makes another a huge move by announcing it will be acquiring the ever popular Instagram.  Over the last two years, the San Francisco based company has had over 30 million users.  In a press release Mark Zuckerberg wrote: “For years, we’ve focused on building the best experience for sharing photos with […]

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Paying College Expenses for Your Grandchild?  Here are some important things you should know. Grandparents have been helping their grandchildren obtain a college education for decades.  There are numerous ways in which that can be achieved.  The following are a few things grandparents in the Carmel Valley community should keep in mind as they contemplate […]

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The Carmel Valley Life is so excited to present the first Jimbo’s…Naturally! Giveaway Winner!  Congratulations to Edie Hermes and the rest of the Hermes Family!  Please continue reading below… Edie says that she was fortunate enough to “marry into” Carmel Valley nearly three years ago.  While Pete and Edie were engaged, she suggested they find a […]

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Welcome to the number one luxury resort in the country – The Grand Del Mar.  A true 15-star resort, The Grand Del Mar has been declared by Conde Nast Traveler, as one of the “World’s Best Places to Stay.”  The luxury resort is located on the beautiful Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve, where guests can enjoy 37 miles of […]

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Samuel Scott Financial Group, a boutique company, has been selected as The Best Mortgage Company in San Diego for the 5th straight year by readers of local publications.  Founded by President Todd Pianin and Executive Vice President Brian Reynolds, the compnay is known for its long standing reputation for catering to loan profiles throughout San […]

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In teaching private piano lessons for the past 10 years, I have observed that all students start piano lessons with enthusiasm and much excitement.  However over time, some students struggle with their practice and progress, and lose their excitement and motivation.  During this stage, parents often come to me distressed over the battle they are […]

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The last four years of a challenged economy have resulted in many Americans facing financial difficulties.  We now find ourselves in an environment where investments (i.e. real estate, stocks, etc.) have lost value, unemployment has doubled, and overall spending has decreased dramatically.  Please continue reading below… The unexpected hardships, such as losing a job, have left […]

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