Monthly Archives: March 2010

How to Deal With Squatters

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As a property owner you have to deal with a lot of problems that you may not have considered before. Every property owner not living on their property has considered what they would have to do if someone broke into the house, but what about what you would do if squatters moved in.

The first thing to do is to define if they are squatters . This is something that depends on where you live, and you should acquire some free legal advise about your area to determine if they are trespassers or squatters. If they are trespassers you have a lot more legal actions you can take and the police can be called on them. In most cases if they have broken locks, windows or other property in order to enter the house they are considered trespassers, but to what extent it has to be proven they broke the property, is something else that changes between areas. There are two good ways to avoid this issue, the first one is to have someone move in as soon as possible to the residence, which will keep it from being an empty building and will bring in some revenue. The other option is to put up security camera around the house, because if you have video of them breaking into the house, you won’t have to worry about the distinction in the first place in a court of law.

If you can not prove that they are trespassers they may have some legal rights, after all possession is nine tenth of the law, and you will have some trouble on your hands. The longer they live there the more rights they have to the land. A good property manager will check empty properties everyday in case something like this happens in order to reclaim the property with ease. If it goes on too long and you can not call the police on them, file for repossession which will give you the legal rights to kick them out. Then, hire a professional eviction team to handle the physical confrontation with them. People who live on the streets regularly are strong, that is how they survive out there so don’t try to take them on by yourself.

Fun Activities Near Fremont

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The nice thing about being in California is that many of the cities are rather tied together. Usually, the visitor doesn’t really know they have been through different cities except for the clue on the map. So when one is spending time in one town than there are usually activities of interests in the neighboring towns. When spending time in a quaint hotel in Fremont California there are many areas to explore such as San Jose. The down town part of San Jose is really sweet with many shops and restaurants to spend some down time in. Then there is a little trip over to Santa Cruz for some beach fun. There is also the only seaside amusement park filled with lots of rides, food, entertainment and a chance to swim in the cool water on a hot summer day. So check out the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk there is a perfect day waiting for you there.  

There is also a trip through all the historical missions along the coastal cities. From the mission San Diego de Alcala up to San Francisco Solano and about 20 in between, the missions are beautiful and a part of the history of this state. Check out the California Missions Foundation to see the missions that will be closest to your location. Then there is the short drive up to San Francisco. There are endless sites to see in that big city. Head over to the Pier 39 which is next to the Fisherman’s Wharf and other hots spots. There is also the crazy night life with theatre, clubs and pubs to have a ball in. Heading south to areas like Monterey is also worth the trip. There are many nice wineries and tons of coastal scenery to take in on the drive. The possibilities are endless when spending time in any town like Fremont in California.

Miami’s Diverse Music Scene

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In addition to the great beaches and some of the dynamic cultural attractions and landmarks of the city of Miami, many people are attracted to visiting this southern Florida metropolis because of its diverse nightclub and music scene. Of course for many people who are interested in staying in one of the cool hotels these two aspects of the city, well one aspect of the city and one of its surrounding geography, go hand in hand and form the bulk of the reason for the visit. They also make it one of the nation’s more popular Spring Break destinations.

The music scene of Miami is an interesting and dynamic mix of influences and the result is a diverse collection of sounds and also a blending of various genres. The Cuban introduction of the mamba and rumba into Miami’s music scene also inspired an explosion into the American mainstream culture. This was also one of the disco centers of the 1970s and major bands and musicians loved to perform here. The Bee Gees moved to Miami in 1975 and since then have continued to claim it their home. The Bee Gees are part of what defined the music scene throughout the 1970s though they remained extremely popular well beyond that time period.

Miami Bass is a distinct sound that originated in the city in mid 1980s. It has a strong booming bass sound and it became incorporated into a particular style of hip-hop that also originated from the area. The sound evolved from the techno hop genre that had already become popular. This style of music continues to be popular in Miami and throughout southern Florida. Many local djs and rappers are regionally famous and are being introduced into the rest of the country’s music scene. 2 Live Crew is one of the more famous bands to incorporate this sound. Whatever style of music you are looking for, there is a club in Miami to suit your tastes.

Rhone in Robles California

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Wine-loving ladies and gentlemen, start your drinking engines. The annual Hospice du Rhone, held each year in Paso Robles , California, is nearly upon us. The countdown is on! For three days, this year it’s April 29 through May 1, Rhone wine fans and producers gather together to celebrate Rhone wine.

There are 22 varieties of Rhone wine, and Hospice du Rhone participants are treated to an education about each. Additionally, opportunities abound to hobnob with more than 130 stateside and international Rhone winemakers, such as Yves Gangloff from a Domaine of the same name and Sondra Bernstein from the girl and the fig, at various planned seminars and meals. The two aforementioned wine producers are two of an exclusive group of 22 known as The Rhonely Hearts Club. This is the theme for 2010′s event, with an image spurned from none other than the album bearing The Lonely Hearts Club title. However, instead of four famous musicians in the picture, you have 22 renowned Rhone winemakers. Clever stuff.

A place to stay is vital, as you’ll need time to sleep off all the Rhone wine. All four Hospice du Rhone seminars are included in the $795 Weekend Package, along with two breakfasts and lunches and the Farewell BBQ. Purchasing the Weekend Package is the only way to gain entry to the seminars, as they are not offered separately.

Seminar One will be hosted by six South African producers who plan to share their winemaking techniques, history and wines (the best part) and will be moderated by Wine Spectator’s James Molesworth. Domaine Michel’s Stephane Ogier of Ampuis, France will head up Seminar Two, to be moderated by Hospice du Rhone’s founder, John Alban. Seminar Three, moderated by Alan Kropf of Mutineer Magazine, will be led by Washington State’s Charles Smith of K Vintners. Lastly, Seminar Four will feature two fellows from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Clos Saint Jean’s Vincent Maurel and Tardieu-Laurent’s Michel Tardieu. They will be joined by Phillipe Cambie, a consultant who Robert Parker termed “the Michel Rolland of the Rhone”. The Rhone Report’s Jeb Dunnuck will moderate.

These folks know how to have a good time, as evidenced by the planned kick-off event, Rhone n’ Bowl. Held at the Paso Bowl, $100 will buy you a spot on a bowling squad, perhaps with your favorite winemaker! Roll on over to Paso Robles for a Rhone wine weekend blast.

Miami Fusion

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Miami has gotten a reputation for being one of the hottest cities in America. As a So Cal girl, born and raised I have always maintain a certain level of skepticism. I enjoy the laid back feel of places like Huntington Beach and La Jolla cove. For a night out, San Diego is close enough to Los Angeles to have a Hollywood night, or impressive enough on its own to stay in town. Depending on your mood you can step out into the posh gas lamp district , or slip on some rainbows and head to the beach!

Even though San Diego is still full of many different options ranging from gallery night to salsa clubs to soma punk, is has recently been divided into two main subcultures: college students and snobs. A few places in the North Park area have been springing up in an effort to combat this phenomenon and offer another alternative. With a great mix of culture, music and patrons from all walks of life, North Park is embracing the melting pot that makes San Diego so amazing.

As a lover of all things mixed and blended, from fusion cuisine to spanglish conversation, I cannot overlook Miami. With a subculture of Cubans, Haitians, college students, retirees, and of course celebrities, Miami promises to be a river of many different waters. The divide between the haves and the have-nots is inevitable, but it is sad when even music and a good time cannot bridge this divide. I hope that Miami does not face the same dilemma San Diego has with the re-fusion of its patrons and leaving most stuck in the middle and out in the cold.

For some great hotels in Miami Click Here . Miami has been a shelter to many people escaping persecution and intolerable living conditions. See what there is to offer in a world of fusion.

Setting the Standards for Great Property Management

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Don’t take my word for it, go online and check it out . In a world that is becoming increasingly more insular, increasingly more isolated, in a world where human contact has been replaced by text messages and emails, personal touches and customer care have become rare qualities in business . This is nothing new for the corporate world, but it is quite new for smaller businesses and companies. Those who at one time, knew the names of their clients and often times their children’s names as well.

In too many cases nowadays, not only do companies many times never even meet their clients or their customers in person, many business owners do not even meet their own employees in person. The online lifestyle is great in so many ways, but is it not so much better to have coffee with a friend, than to figure out the correct application to send them a virtual cup of coffee on Facebook?

This is where a great property management team stands apart from so many of the other property management firms. There are websites to be found on flickr , Facebook, and Youtube, however that is simply to give prospective customers a better idea of what they have to offer. And many of the websites are specialized depending on the kind of rental property you are looking for, so there is no wasted time flipping through listings for properties that are not suitable to your needs. This time and care they put into creating these websites, reflects the time and care they provide when you become a tenant in one of their properties.

When you become a tenant these kinds of companies will know your name. They will know the names of your children. These are the companies that are currently setting the standards for what it is to be a truly great company to do business with. This is not about the business aspect it is about the personal aspect, the personal touch. In a world that is losing that in so many ways, it is nice to know that there is still a warm and welcoming place to come home to.

San Francisco Nights

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Well you have made it back to your San Francisco hotel www.hotelsanfrancisco.com after a long day of shopping to kick your shoes off and take in a nap. Then you will want to decide what to do for dinner and your night time activites. There are places to eat all over town with an emphasis on different ethnic foods you can head over to Japan Center for some sushi or Chinatown for some chinese cuisine. There is always some great Italian food in the North Beach area of town which also has Coit Tower to visit and see the skyline of the city lit up. Seafood can be found all over town but there are some great waterfront restaurants down on Fishermans Wharf. After you have had a great meal what do you want to do next? You sure don’t want to fall asleep to soon. You have to take in as much as possible and sleep when you get home.

How about taking in a some sort of live performance. There are always some out of the ordinary shows that you could only see in places like San Francisco, London or New York like Yoko Ono Plastic Ono Band. For those of you who don’t live in one of these mega cities you may not know that Yoko Ono is still influencing the art and music world while keeping her world peace campaign going. She is now 76 years old and is releasing her latest project which is a blend of many musical styles. Fans can see her at places like the Fox Theatre in Oakland.

I like to find the comedy clubs in different towns especially in places like San Francisco where the truly talented go. There are some that have dinner available as well which is perfect for that one stop fun destination. Check out Punch Line Comedy Club on Battery Street. In February and March you will be able to catch Chris hardwick, Kevin Camia, Al Madrigal, Tony Rock, Rob Cantrell, and Robert Kelly. So take part in some real stress therapy and laugh.