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    Internet Camera

    Make sure you assign a static IP to the cam. Test it out first by hitting the cam URL with the local network IP, such as 192.168.1.XX:YY (or whatver your network address and port that you chose for the CAM) If that works then you *should* be able to swap out the local IP for the public IP...
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    Nanny Referrals?

    Does anyone have a part-time nanny they would recommend? 3 days a week for a 7 month old. thanks!
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    Crap... Murphy's Law strikes again... Need HVAC rec

    I've used Jerry @ Connected Air before. He's really good and tries to work within your schedule. He squeezed me in at 6PM and stayed till about 7:30 when I called earlier in the day.
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    Johns Creek Homes and Real Estate

    I bought in DFW and Austin.  I bought all of my rentals in 05/06, and bought our primary residence in Irvine last year.  Definitely agree that paying down the highest interest rate makes sense. Although I was initially cursing HARP because it only helped the irresponsible homeowners, HARP2 has...
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    Johns Creek Homes and Real Estate

    As someone who bought some rental properties out of state in 05-06, market timing has a huge impact on your chart. I realize the chart is all hypothetical but buying at the top of the market vs bottom vs in-between can really hurt the overall performance. My AZ home is still underwater, but...
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    landscaping question

    I used Vasquez Landscaping (PM if interested for info, there happens to be a lot of Vasquez Landscapers!) and he was really good and honest. He even took out a huge tree stump by hand, w/o a machine. I swore it took at least 4 hours to do! The actual cost of landscaping your yard will depend if...
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    Anyone use Amerisave for a new purchase?

    We used Amerisave on a shortsale and everything was great. I worked in the industry for a number of years and was very familiar with the whole mortgage/home buying process so I didn't need much hand holding. They do require a lot of documentation, letters, statements, etc... If you aren't that...
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    How long do short sales take in Irvine nowadays?

    We had the offer accepted in May last year and closed in Sept. I've heard various time frames when it comes to short sales, it just depends on each individual case and lien holders.
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    General Contractor Rec's

    I'm using Kelvin right now for a medium kitchen remodel, minor upgrades and fixes. So far so good, will have better feedback once it's done. Crossing fingers!
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    Is it necessary to do a new home inspection?(2010 Woodbury New Home)

    I used Steve Lottatore as well.  His pricing was very fair and comparable to everyone else.  Like someone mentioned before, he sure is very thorough, both in his report and whenever he is talking to you. :) I was very pleased with his report.
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    Low inventory?

    I've seen a more and more listings that are getting close to 2005 prices. It seems like for certain subdivisions where a few agents dominate listings are doing a good job at convincing sellers to list with them and increasing their list price from existing comops.
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