A Dream House's Difficult Birth! According to the Wall Street Journal it took four architects, seven years and 6 millions later, a Carmel property near completion!  By their own admission, Mark Feldberg and Emilyn Page aren't the easiest people to work with. And when it came to building their new home, the couple knew exactly what they wanted. Getting what they wanted meant the early exit of three architects, the passage of seven years (and counting) and a budget that grew from $400,000 to about $6 million to build the house, courtyard, sculpture garden and three avant-garde tree-houses! This is just FYI only! Thanks. 11/01/2010

Your Opinions  on Leadership!   Here are few synapses /thoughts on leadership, go ahead and give it a read please. And please interject your own comments or opinions on leadership;   Leaderships are earned and privilege to selective few people, and should not be hereditary! Leadership can be learned through education!   First of all, without followers there can be no leaders!    The leadership is a sacred gift bestowed on selective few who are blessed with the confidence of others!   It's for that reason!  Sacred trust of a leader, which carries a heavy burden of performance, by that leader!   If others will have you lead, then you have to decide not whether or not you will lead but whether or not you have the heart to bear the burden of responsibility for all those who sacrifice their ... 10/28/2010

Top Five Most Expensive Luxury Cars! According to Forbes magazine, if you're in the market for a luxury vehicle, don't just consider a car's sticker price or monthly lease rate. You should also compare the total cost of ownership for various cars over the long-term, such as fuel, insurance and repair bills, ultimately measuring ownership costs cars over period of time! Here are the following lists; Volvo C30 Premium Compact Average market price: $24,256Average total cost of ownership: $40,897 Nissan 370Z Premium Convertible Average market price: $37,485Average total cost of ownership: $58,485 Mercedes Benz GLk Premium Compact Crossover Average market price: $33,709Average total cost of ownership: $53,361 Mercedes Benz R-class Premium Large Crossover Average market price: $47,072Average ... 10/27/2010

Fast Track U S Citizenships is for sale! According to yahoo  financial every day investors around the world choose to put their hard-earned cash into the U.S. Billions of dollars flow in the form of foreign direct investment, as when a group of Brazilians bought Burger King! And foreigners purchase hundreds of billions of U.S. stocks and bonds, as measured by the Treasury's TIC data! But a small number of investors show up on these shores drawn by something more valuable than financial returns: the prospect of U.S. citizenship! You can't simply purchase an American passport (at least not legally). But since 1990, foreigners with as little as $500,000 in cash have been able to invest their way to a quick green card, putting them on the path to citizenship. Quick, Yes, the U.S. government... 10/26/2010

Top Fun Cars to Drive! According to Car Magazine, Sports cars are fun to drive, but they're not the only cars that can offer you a thrill behind the wheel. You need not sacrifice a backseat or have a monthly payment so steep that you eat only ramen noodles to enjoy driving your car. We've detailed 10 models that are fun beyond expectation. Some are sports cars; others cater to families or first-time buyers. What they share is exceptional performance that sets them apart from their respective competitors! Here are the following lists; 2011 Ford Mustang 2011 Mazda3 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2011 Honda CR-Z 2011 Mini Cooper 2011 Mazda CX-9 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 2011 BMW 3 Series/M3 2010 Porsche Cayman S This is just FYI Only! Thanks. 10/25/2010

World's Most Romantic Islands!   According to Travel and Leisure Magazine, whether you're after all-out luxury or sand-between-the-toes casual, there's a romantic island for you. And while many of these dream destinations have "remote" and "secluded" as their principle selling points, others are surprisingly close to home. (One you can practically see from the Hollywood sign.) No matter whether you're a new couple just getting to know each other or you're celebrating your golden anniversary, these romantic islands will help you holiday happily ever after. Here are the following lists; Rangali Island, The Maldives Molokai, Hawaii Capri, Italy St. Lucia, Caribbean Bocas del Toro, Panama Catalina Island, California Santorini, Greece Barbuda, Caribbean Laucala Island, Fiji Enjoy your romant... 10/21/2010

Top 5 Safest Cities in the U.S.A! According to Forbes Magazine, while the world may seem scarier every day, the United States of America is actually becoming safer. According to the FBI, the violent crime rate in the U.S. fell 5.3% from 2008 to 2009, down for a third straight year! American roads are getting less risky too, as more laws go on the books to combat distracted driving. This year 12 states joined the 18 that already have legislation to ban texting while driving. And eight states prohibit all handheld cell phone use in the car! Still, an overriding sense of fear can cause people to overlook the statistics. "If you talk to the average citizen, they're very concerned about terrorism, but in reality the probability of the threat is so minuscule it shouldn't be on the radar," Her... 10/16/2010

Top Five Cars Most Likely To Get A Traffic Ticket! According to Forbes Magazine contrary to popular belief, drivers in red cars don't get ticketed more often than their less-flashy comrades. Middle-aged males with a thing for foreign brands, on the other hand, had better watch out! To determine the cars most likely to get a ticket, Quality Planning's analysts department with Forbes Magazine looked at traffic violation data from February 2009 through February 2010, counting the number of violations racked up by different car models. To account for the difference in number of cars on the road, they averaged the violation count per 100,000 miles driven. Vehicles that have been discontinued for more than 10 years were not included in the analysis! Here are the following lists; Mercedes-Benz... 10/15/2010

A Must-Eat Green Most Women Overlook! According to Self Magazine In the produce aisle, we often find ourselves in deer-in-headlights mode when we get to the greens there are just so many options. Lately, kale has been getting loads of attention for being a vitamin- and nutrient-packed super food. But, aesthetically, we're drawn to watercress, with its pretty, petite leaves.Turns out, watercress gives kale a run for its money. In fact, while much more research is needed, a recent study found that watercress might reduce your risk of breast cancer, thanks to a compound that inhibits a protein related to tumor growth."In addition to the compound in this study, a cup of watercress contains plenty of vitamins A and C and boasts an entire day's worth of vitamin K, a nutrient that helps keep y... 10/12/2010

America's Most Expensive Colleges and Universities! According to Forbes Magazine today college graduates today face a dismal job market and often carry with them thousands of dollars in student loan debt. And yet, the price tag for a year's worth of study at America's most expensive colleges is close to $60,000. Overall, tuition costs at private colleges are up 4.5% since last year. The referenced data and surveys published by a variety of sources, including the Chronicle of Higher Education (which uses figures collected by The College Board) and Campus Grotto. We then compiled cost information published by the schools themselves for the 2010-2011 school years. Our list reflects what freshmen entering any of these traditional, four-year colleges and universities can expect to be billed ... 10/05/2010

Seahawks' owner Paul Allen tops list of NFL billionaires! According to Forbes magazine, the labor strife is back in the National Football League (NFL) with preliminary public battles between new Players Association head DeMaurice Smith and the league's owners setting the stage for fierce negotiations toward the next collective bargaining agreement. With the current deal expiring after this season, a 2011 work stoppage remains a real possibility. And how many NFL owners are actually billionaires? Exactly half of the owners are billionaires! Here's is the list for the top Five (5) NFL Owners Billionaires; Paul Allen Seattle Seahawks Net worth: $12.7 billionTeam net worth: $994 million The Microsoft cofounder also owns the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers. With a net worth equal to 39% of the ... 10/02/2010

The World's Most Remote Hotels! According to Forbes Magazine, where getting away from it all really means getting away from it all for sure!    Here's the top five (5) list;    Bloomfield Lodge, Cairns Australia Kokopelli's Cave, Farmington, New Mexico   Jules Undersea Lodge, Key Largo, Florida    The Beach House at Manafaru, Maldives    Hotel Arctic, Greenland    Go ahead and take a vacation life is too short not to enjoy it to the fullest! Adam 10/01/2010

The Richest People in the United States of America! According to Forbes Magazine Our estimates of public fortunes are a snapshot of wealth on Aug. 25, 2010, the date we locked in net worth's and rankings. We have not included dispersed fortunes (as in those of the Du Ponts) when individual net worth's are below our minimum. But we do include wealth belonging to a member's immediate relatives if the wealth can ultimately be traced to one living individual; in that case, "& family" indicates that the number shown includes money belonging to more than one person Here's the top ten (10) list! 1. Bill Gates Net Worth: $54 billion Source: Microsoft Residence: Medina, Wash. Age: 54 2. Warren Buffett Net Worth: $45 billion Source: Berkshire Hathaway Residence: Omaha, Neb. Age: 80 3. Larry Ellis... 09/23/2010

The 10 most expensive cities to buy a house! According to Market watch at the top of the list of most expensive markets is Newport Beach, the setting for many television shows, including "The O.C." and "Arrested Development," according to the Coldwell Banker news release. Five other California cities also made the list of the priciest markets. Below are the most expensive cities, and their average listing prices, according to the report: 1. Newport Beach, California $1.83 million  2. Palo Alto, California. $1.48 million  3. Rye, New. York. $1.33 million  4. San Francisco. $1.33 million  5. La Jolla, California. $1.21 million  6. Greenwich,  Connecticut. $1.20 million  7. Wellesley, Massachusetts. $1.08 million  8. Pasadena, California. $1.04 million  9. Honolulu Hawaii, $1.03 million 10... 09/22/2010

The Best Retirement Havens! According to Forbes Magazine people always wanted to taste life in another country? Finally at that stage where you have the time, energy and freedom to make the move? In compiling our list, we considered everything from cultural offerings and cost to security, medical care and the ease with which you can get back home to see family. We've also identified the downside of each country. Here's the following list: Austria Elegant architecture, classical music, trams that run. Vienna offers the highest quality of life on the globe, according to Mercer, and medical insurers say its private clinics are world-class. Salzburg, Graz and Kitzbühel and surrounding hamlets have much to offer those who love mountains and the outdoors. Look at Austria as a lower-cost Switz... 09/15/2010

Boulder, Colorado According to Bon Appétit's Magazine the people Republic of Boulder, Colorado has won just about every shiny happy lifestyle award a city can: Healthiest, Most Educated, Most Bicycle-Friendly--the list goes on. And this year, it can add one more: Bon Appetite's   Foodiest Town in America. Along with having fit, smart, and eco-conscious citizens, Boulder is home to a number of innovative food companies (Celestial Seasonings, Izze Beverage Company, and Bhakti Chai), top-tier restaurants, and one of the best farmers' markets in the country. I'm very happy for the people republic of Boulder for wining again! Bon Appétit, Thanks, Adam 09/15/2010

10 Best Regional Foods in America! According to Smarter travel magazine the United. State of America boasts an array of regional culinary creations that offer insight into the history, climate, and culture of the place. Though there are way too many to list, here are 10 different foods that are sure to whet your appetite, from po-boy sandwiches to key lime pie! Here's the list: Lobster RollMaine Sourdough BreadSan Francisco Po-boy SandwichNew Orleans BagelsNew York City Key Lime PieKey West Philly Cheese SteakPhiladelphia Deep Dish PizzaChicago BarbecueNorth Carolina,Memphis, Kansas City,Texas Crab CakesMaryland Cheese CurdsWisconsin Bon appétit Adam 09/12/2010

Private Islands for sale! According to Kiplinger Magazine, the idea of owning your own island is probably a remote fantasy these days, especially after three years of economic carnage to your bank account, savings, and retirement portfolio! The following is the list for island available for sale!    Ram Island. Place: Machias Bay, Maine, 50 miles east of Bar Harbor Asking Price: $595,000 Acreage: 16Undeveloped                                    Chalrie's Island. Where: Near Marathon, in the Florida KeysAsking Price: $995,000 Acreage: 0.32Undeveloped Sung Harbour Island. Where: On Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada Asking Price: $1,057,000Acreage: 3Developed Watch Island. Place: St. Lawrence Seaway, near Clayton, NY Asking Price: $1,950,000Acreage: 1.3Developed Little Hog Cay Place: Near Abac... 09/04/2010

Share your favorite Quotes!   Your quotes can inspirational, or otherwise!   Here's some my favorite:   "Talking and eloquence are not the same: to speak and to speak well are two things. A fool may talk, but a wise man speaks." ~ Ben Jonson   "You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream. ~ C.S. Lewis   "Do not protect yourself by a fence, but rather by your friends". Czech Proverb   Thank you very much for sharing your quotes!   Adam 09/03/2010

We've been doing some detailed market reviews for clients who own or want to own Cherry Hills Village homes. In the beautiful community of Cherry Hills Farm, there has been a lot of activity and we have posted the stats below. If you're thinking of buying or selling a Cherry Hills Village home or would just like to know what it's worth, give Brandon Christian a call at 720-949-5525 and we will send you a complete list of all of the active, under contract, and sold units in the neighborhood.For buyers not familiar with the area, Cherry Hills Village covers nearly six and a half square acres of land and is home to more than 6,000 residents. Cherry Hills Village is nestled six miles south of downtown Denver and adjoins the northern border of Greenwood Village.   You can also search all Che... 08/26/2010