Cyber Monday beats Black Friday report says

Searching for a new tool box? Hammer? From home products to clothes, online stores are offering it all and then some.

According to research firm Coremetrics, Cyber Monday pulled in 31.1% more online sales than Black Friday this year.

Coremetrics reported that Cyber Monday generated 19.4% more purchases than last year. Consumers seem to be more inclined to the convenience of online stores where you can shop wherever and whenever. The average online shopper spent about $194.89 according to Coremetrics.

As an additional bait, some companies often offer additional savings, extra freebies, and low to free shipping when you buy online. This after-Thanksgiving retail boost may just be what the economy needs!

For full article in the LA Times, visit http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/technology/2010/11/cyber-monday-black-friday-online-purchases-coremetrics.html

Just in! Morgage trends for 2011...

Some morgage trends to look out for according to Bankrate.com.

Bankrate asked a half-dozen mortgage professionals to weigh in on where housing is headed as 2010 comes to an end and 2011 begins. Here are some of their predictions:

1. Mortgage rates will stay low.

2. Foreclosure "overhang" possible.

3. Processing time will remain long.

4. Zero cost refinancing will look more attractive.


Want more info? You can visit: http://realestate.msn.com/article.aspx?cp-documentid=26405117

Recent Sales in 90024 & 90025

Hi all! Here's the 411 on recent sales in Westwood...

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Home improvement tip #1

The first tip in home improvent:

Understand that the cost of a job may not get the equal amount in resale value later on.

If you're planning to spruce up your home, be aware that not all improvement jobs will get a big investment return when you decide to sell. In general, you will end up paying more for the job than what you will get back in return, which is about 16% less in value.

Check out the list for what job gives you the highest return on investment.

For more information on home renovation visit http://money.cnn.com/2010/11/16/real_estate/home_remodeling_costs/index.htm

Housing in California now MORE affordable!

Good news everyone! As featured in the Los Angeles Times, housing affordability in California is on a rise, meaning more buyers could afford a standard home in the fabulous Golden State. For more details and information, check out the LA Times link provided below.

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/money_co/2010/11/housing-affordability-on-the-rise.html

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