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Monthly Newsletter - December Real Estate and Happenings with Cristal Drake

This is my first attempt to post my monthly e-newsletter to my blog...Some of the html didn't come over but not too bad.  Lord knows that I could have made it worse so I decide not to mess around with it too much!  What do you think?************************************************************************************
Greetings!
 
Thanksgiving is over and the holidays are upon us!  There is lots going on this time of year and home sales have increased again in the local area compared to last year! 
 
In Fullerton, Anaheim, Brea, Placentia and Yorba Linda combined, there was a total of 360 closed sales in November. Three of those, I am happy to say, were closed by yours truly!
 
November of 2007 only had a total of 172 closed.  So, based on the past few months, we are keeping pretty steady with doubling the sales. 
 
With the concerns about the economy and the holiday season approaching, things are a little slower.  However, with the drop in the interest rates, lenders are getting busy!  It might be a good time to refinance. 
 
Along with the drop in rates, home prices continue their decline.  Many of my first time buyers are feeling like home ownership is finally in reach.  With the $7500 Merry Christmasfirst time home buyer tax credit, negotiating costs to be paid by seller and other options, it is becoming easier to become a homeowner.
 
If you have questions about the market or about things going on in the Fullerton area, please let me know.  I am happy to help and would appreciate the opportunity to earn your business!
 
Wishing you and yours a very Happy Holiday season filled with peace, love and joy. 
 
Cristal 

Fun & Free Festivities in Fullerton! 

Spend the Day in Downtown Fullerton! Sat. December 6th!
Saturday will be a great day to explore our Downtown! Here are two good reasons:Winterfest Map 
 
12th Annual Winterfest Enjoy a day of Nostalgic shopping in historic Downtown Fullerton plus lots of free events including:
  • FREE SNOW PLAY! 
  • Free Photos with Santa
  • Free Bounce House
  • Free Balloons, Drinks and Snacks
  • Much more!

Mercantile Flea Market   This is going on the very same day!  The monthly Flea Market features: 

  • Antiques
  • Vintage
  • Surplus
  • Artists
  • And FREE Admission for Happy People!
The Mercantile Market is conveniently located right near the SNOW in the parking lot behind Carpe Diem at 115 S. Harbor (Harbor and Santa Fe).
 
December 31st Ring in the New Year at 'First Night Fullerton!'
Out with the old and in with the new!  December 31st the streets of Downtown Fullerton will be closed for the annual family oriented celebration!

7:00 to midnight dozens of events will be staged at numerous sites in the streets, sidewalks and buildings of historic downtown Fullerton
 
New this Year: Ice Skating Rink - A new feature in this year's festivities will be the addition of an ice skating rink for visitors to show off their fancy footwork on the frozen stuff.
The Season For Giving - Our neighbors are in need. 
 
Crittenton Services for Children & Families is located right here in Fullerton. 
They are in dire need of baby furniture for foster families caring for babies. Foster parents are jumping through hoops to get certified and really need: cribs, bassinets, baby monitors, etc. For more information on Crittenton or their needs, please contact me.
 
WTLC - The Women's Transitional Living Center is also having trouble keeping their doors open.  They can use everything from food donations to gift cards and monetary donations. 
 
Canned Food Drive - A HUGE Thank You to everyone who stopped by Ralphs to drop off canned goods!  Thanks to your generosity, so far we have gathered over 1,000 pounds of food to donate to Fullerton Interfaith Emergency Services!  We also handed out bags in a few neighborhoods and are picking them up tomorrow!  Thank you for your generosity!

Posted Friday Dec 05