BEWARE ~ the Facebook Color App is Actually Malware   Beware..... In the past few days or in the near future you may get an ad for a FREE Facebook application called “Facebook color changer,” which says it can change the color of your Facebook layout from the traditional royal blue to black, orange, yellow, green, purple, almost any color in the spectrum. Problem is, the app isn’t really from Facebook. And if you click on it, you’ll be rerouted to a malicious phishing site that may infect your computer and copy all your addresses. BEWARE: This email to the change the color is not from Facebook and it will immediately get all your email addresses and send them spam. If you have accidently downloaded this app, the important thing is to remove it immediately. Go to your FB page and on the ... 08/12/2014

SuperMoon Tonight Over Southern California California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you currently own. California has great opportunities to view Nature and Bird Watching. Whatever your needs are, you will find it here in California! From the Inland Empire you are 45 minutes to the beaches, mountains or desert. Housing is affordable in the Inland Empire area!   Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog.....   Kristin Hamilton-CalBRE #01492... 08/10/2014

Thanks ActiveRain as I Couldn't Figure Out How to Tag a Member   I couldn't figure out how to tag someone on Monday morning. I am following him so I thought if I typed his name it would highlight like Facebook does but no way. I tried saving it and going in to edit but nothing. I knew it couldn't be so sophisicated that we would have to go and get the members link but still I couldn't figure it out. So this morning ActiveRain put this comment on the site.       LEARN MORE- Click Here.   Thanks so much for answering my question and probably other members too.   Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog....... 08/05/2014

True Willie Band at Calimesa Country Club FREE on August 7, 2014          Don't miss the next free Summer Concert on Thursday August 7, 2014 at the Calimesa Country Club at 1300 S. Third Street, Calimesa, CA 92320.     Bring your chairs or blankets to enjoy this free concert from 6:30-8:30 pm.   Buffet meals available from 5-6 pm for $10 per person at the country club.   *Two more concerts, August 14th and 21st before the end of summer. Don't miss these concerts which are entertaining for entire family!   Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog.........       08/01/2014

A Tale of a Lost Dog, Diesel, Who Was Found  My friends relayed this story to me as they know I am involved in rescuing animals. This story bares repeating♥ They went camping in Arizona and of course it is about 114 degrees in the daytime. They always take their two Yorkies with them but take extremely good care of these little doggies. Anyway, they went off to swim for a couple of hours and when they came back, on of their dogs was missing, little Diesel that weighs about 3 lbs.  So they went down to the water, checked the area and started driving around. They reported it to the Shelter the following day and started making posters and posting them around the area and put them on many of the trash dumpsters. Meanwhile 2.5 days later a trashman was working the late shift and when he went... 07/27/2014

Calimesa is a Great Place to Raise a Family   Here at the 'Plantation on the Lake' I spotted a mother duck and her ducklings; all 6 of them resting under the sign 'Duck Crossing'.   They are so cute all huddled up together. I guess she didn't like me taking her picture so she headed for the water.   And here is the happy family enjoying California's warm weather and swimming in the lake.  California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you cur... 07/19/2014

 National Ice Cream Day Sunday July 20, 2014....Celebrate      I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! This Sunday, July 20, 2014, you’ll be screaming  for the celebration of National Ice Cream Day. July 20th was designated National Ice Cream Day back in 1984, when President Ronald Reagan declared that the third Sunday in July would be National Ice Cream Day forever more.  July is National Ice Cream Month and National Ice Cream Day is on Sunday, July 20, 2014 so be sure to stop in at your favorite ice cream. Yum Yum! Celebrate and Enjoy!   Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog....   Kristin Hamilton DRE #014092138 Keller Williams Realty – I am a full time agent and deal in all types of real estate transactions. Trusts, Probate, Short Sales, Standard Listing, Single Family Ho... 07/18/2014

Manditory Water Restrictions in California In January 2014, California Governor Jerry Brown declared the state in a drought impossed an voluntary request for all public and residents to cut their water usuage by 20%. A recent survey found this reduction was only 5% so yesterday the state imposed 'Mandatory Water Restrictions' for the entire state.     Washing hard surfaces like driveways, parking lots and building exteriors is prohibited at all times. • Golf courses, parks and schools can water only between sunset and sunrise. • Lawn watering and landscape irrigation prohibited between 10 am-5 pm. • Running water for car washes is prohibited. Rinsing w/ Buckets/Nozzles. • Restaurants can only provide water upon request. • Commercial nurseries can only water between midnight and 6 a.m. W... 07/16/2014

Hummingbirds and Nectar...Red or White Hummingbirds in Calimesa/Yucaipa     Attracting hummingbirds to your yard can be as easy as hanging a hummingbird feeder and filling it with a sugar water solution (1/4 cup sugar per cup of water). There’s no reason to add food coloring to turn the water red; you’re providing a substitute for flower nectar, which is clear. Don’t locate the feeder in direct sun, as the sugar water will spoil rapidly. In the shade your sugar water should last two or three days, except for very hot days, in which case it’s wise to change your hummingbird feeder water daily. Why are hummingbird feeders red? It’s not because hummingbirds are inherently attracted to the color red, because  hummingbirds feed on flowers of many colors: white, purple, yellow, red, even ultr... 07/15/2014

JUST SOLD 10961 Desert Lawn #405 Calimesa     Kristin Hamilton 951-557-6966   Plantation on the Lakes Senior Community   California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you currently own. California has great opportunities to view Nature and Bird Watching. Whatever your needs are, you will find it here in California! From the Inland Empire you are 45 minutes to the beaches, mountains or desert. Housing is affordable in the Inland Empire area a... 07/15/2014

Plantation on the Lake in Calimesa Retirement Community for Your Golden Years      Plantation on the Lake is a 55+ community where everyday is filled with activities. You can enjoy a relaxing round of golf at one of the nearby courses, enjoy a bicycle ride around the lake.There are many amenities including 2 heated pools, 2 spas. You'll also find a clubhouse and recreation center complete with billiard and card rooms, a fireside lounge and library, and a banquet hall. Two lakes and a pond. Fully-equipped RV storage area. Many manufactured homes for sale here. Call me to see the homes for sale at 909-557-6966 Kristin Hamilton, Keller Williams Realty. This is a wonderful retirement community and you will find friends, activities, plus it is a safe community. Trails Lake Fishing RV Parkng ... 07/12/2014

Calimesa Birdwatchers..... Visit Plantation on the Lake in Calimesa Calimesa Birdwatchers A Blue Heron enjoying the banks of the lake.     Here is a tall Egret enjoying the waterfall. Many ducks and 13 new baby ducks recently born. More Ducks and Geese swimming in the lake.     A giant Snapping Turtle floating in the lake.   If you are looking for a manufactured home in the Senior Community "Plantation on the Lake" contact me to help you find your new home. A wonderful retirement community with many amenities.  Call me at 909-557-6966.   The Inland Empire is a lovely area to live so if  you are interested in buying or selling, please allow me to find you your dream home. The Inland Empire of Riverside and San Bernardino Counties have many cites for you to choose from.   California is a ... 07/12/2014

The Calimesa Country Club & Golf Course for Golf and Parties  Calimesa Country Club & Golf Club 1300 S 3rd StCalimesa, California 92320Riverside County Phone(s): (909) 795-2488 Fax: (909) 795-3578   The 18-hole "Calimesa" course at the Calimesa Country Club facility in Calimesa, California features 5,970 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70. The course rating is 67.3 and it has a slope rating of 114. Designed by William F. Bell, ASGCA, the Calimesa golf course opened in 1958. Golf Professional, Ben Carson, manages the course. Course Designer: William F. Bell. It is a public club, amenities include a meeting room for wedding or special events, bar and restaurant and just a beautiful course to play on.       Number of Holes:  18 Par: 70 Yardage: 5,970 Slope: 114 Rating: 67.... 07/11/2014

Throwback Thursday- My Dad Had a Car Just Like This   There are many car clubs in Southern California and we have the Route 66 events.   California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you currently own. California has great opportunities to view Nature and Bird Watching. Whatever your needs are, you will find it here in California! From the Inland Empire you are 45 minutes to the beaches, mountains or desert. Housing is affordable in the Inla... 07/11/2014

The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach See the Aquarium at Night          The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach Address: 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802 Opened: June 20, 1998 Hours:   9-6 pm daily Phone: (562) 590-3100 Notable animals: Harpo, Milo and Maggie. Exhibits: Gulf of California, Rocky Intertidal, Shark Lagoon. Click here to see Website   California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you currently own. California has ... 07/10/2014

I Can Still See You Hiding in the Bushes The bunnies have gotten used to us as I am sure they think we invaded their territory. Now, they don't even run off but just sit there. This little guy last night just stuck his nose in the bush. He never did leave!           Here is a picture from the other night.                  I am sure a big fan of living with nature and the wildlife in my community. Notice all the flowers are gone off my Praire Rose plants. I think this littl girl might know why?    Thanks for Reading my Blog....... 07/06/2014

Rabbits Living in My Front Yard but Please Don't Eat My Flowers   Yes there is a family of rabbits living in the bushes of my front yard but please don't eat the flowers. I have heard they like the edible Nasturiums. And here are my Praire Roses so please leave them alone too.   Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog.... California is a dream-come-true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in Southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and am aware of the local market. I am here to help you find a home or to sell the home you currently own. California has great opportunities to view Nature and ... 07/02/2014

What Makes You a Different Real Estate Agent From Others?   When I started selling real estate, I did exactly what everyone else did but after a while I started deviating from the norm. My brokerage told me what to say, what to bring to the appointment, prepare a big book with certificates and sample fliers, and a 50+ page CMA which always seemed to confuse the sellers. Wow them with big words and you will be a big success. But I could see in their eyes that I had lost them so I changed my stategy almost immediately. Real Estate terminology is not the way to impress sellers and they were really looking for truth, honesty and professionalism.   I started preparing my own smaller CMA. I go through the home first and then we sit down and talk. I prefer to sit in the kitchen or dining room ... 06/29/2014

Trying to Get Pit Bull Rescued Off the Street in Calimesa but now Missing Last Wednesday afternoon I was made aware that a Pit bull was living right outside the gates of my housing development. So I drove by the thick bushes outside the gates and there he was looking at me. Somehow I did not see any anger or meanness and strangely enough I did not feel fear.     That night, we went and gave him water in a  huge plastic popcorn bowl. Then I put 4 cups of dry dog food in a Tupperware bowl and left it for him near his little hut area. He waited until we walked away and came out and drank the water and then ate the food.      Since then, I have been feeding him and giving him fresh water daily and made friends with him Friday morning. He got within 4" from me and I am sure he doesn't have a... 06/28/2014

Protect Your Pets on 4th of July     Fourth of July Fireworks: Make sure to keep your dogs inside as the noise and smells can cause a lot of anxiety. Sometimes they get so upset that they will run off or get mad and bite or scratch someone. Leave them at home in a quiet area until the night is over. Leave the television on to hide the noise of fireworks outside. Keep your pets away from the "safe and sane" fireworks you and your kids may be using. Use safety measures with your pets, children, family and friends.   Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog...... California is a dream-come-true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in Southern California, please ... 06/28/2014