R E A L T O R . . . From R A N C H O C U C A M O N G A

JUST LISTED IN LAVERNE $949,000

2010-09-13T23:05:00.000-07:00

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Time to Make an Offer...?

2009-11-04T04:44:00.000-08:00

Well, the year is almost over and now that the $8,000 Tax Credit has been extended into 2010, you're probably a little more relaxed about finding "the right one"...

So, what does it take for you to make an offer on a home?
Does it have to look right? Feel right? Be priced right? Be in the perfect location? Be a single~story? Two~Story? Does a fixer count?

If you have the right home in mind, don't hesitate!! Make the offer today!!!
With inventory flying off the shelves, so to speak, it may turn out just like Costco if you don't make your move now...and be gone next time you check.

Work with Your Realtor to determine, Price, financing and the best terms to help you accomplish your goals...and See You in the next few months, standing in the middle of your very own living room/backyard/etc.....

HAPPY HUNTING!!!

Mold Inspection

2009-08-05T21:28:00.000-07:00

Hello!!
Hope this finds you well and happy.
How is your Summer?
I am in the process of going through an escrow where some mold was found in the house. Just experienced my first mold inspection yesterday. It wasn't all that you would expect. It was actually much easier.
The inspector came, opened up the cabinet under the kitchen sink, took a swipe/sample with a cloth or a qtip, (was kind of busy talking to the other Realtor so didn't actually see him "do it") and that was it. It's brought to the lab and then it will be tested. Within 2-3 days, we will know what type of mold it is and if it's potentially toxic when they begin to replace the wood under the kitchen cabinet..it's on the termite inspection.
I hope this is making sense?
I also hope for the best for all.

If you go on my youtube account (www.youtube.com/toddpicconi) and/or facebook (www.facebook.com/todd.picconi), you may find videos that I shot regarding this interesting topic.

Have a great August!!

I'm here when you need Great Real Estate Service!!

Your Real Estate Professional,
Todd

R E A L T O R . . . From R A N C H O C U C A M O N G A: How is the Inland Empire Real Estate Market Doing?

2009-07-17T12:52:00.000-07:00

R E A L T O R . . . From R A N C H O C U C A M O N G A: How is the Inland Empire Real Estate Market Doing?

How is the Inland Empire Real Estate Market Doing?

2009-07-17T12:48:00.000-07:00

I have my own stories....and they are great ones. Today, I bring you more feedback from outside sources which I read yesterday and thought, I have to put this out there and let others see it...I think this is a great article and hope you find the information useful.

Let's talk about it after you read it...comments?

Yours,
Todd

http://www.pe.com/business/local/stories/PE_News_Local_S_dataquick16.4157a3e.html

Chris Botti - Italia

2009-07-08T16:25:00.001-07:00

These two are great together!!
Love watching the scenes in Italia.....Hope you ENJOY.
Todd

Picconi Honors Clients!!

2009-07-08T07:42:00.000-07:00

Here is an article that was in Sunday's Paper about my Client Appreciation Night.

Special Thanks to:

Jerry Stapp

Yvette G. Picconi

Luigi Picconi

Evan R. Strano

Stefani Carrasco

Tio's in Rancho Cucamonga

John Brainard, Keyboard

Patricia Drake, Astrologer

and of course, My Valued Clients. AMEN.

Todd

Press

2009-07-08T07:30:00.000-07:00

Morning Everyone!!

Haven't written on here for a while. Been working on alot of details that the business requires in order to make progress right now. May & June have been EXTREMELY POSITIVE & FULFILLING MONTHS for me. Special Thanks to Mike Williams and Andrea & Arlen Clemons on their recent closings!!

Enjoyed signing disclosures last evening with Nancy & Armando Castro. Their purchase is about to close next week. Special Thanks to Their Lender, Rochelle Cox, of Broadview Mortgage in Upland (and her staff including but not limited to Monica!!) for their high level of service they have and are providing.

Here is some of my recent press.

Also, you can now find me on facebook.

If you see me on there, let's be friends!!

See You Soon & Enjoy your July!!

My Best,

Todd

The Dash Movie

2009-06-27T20:31:00.000-07:00

I'm very grateful for the opportunity to live my life the way I want to.
Thanks to all those who make that possible.
I'll always do all I can for you.

Here's a movie I received from a close friend of mine...just makes you think.
Hope your weekend is going well.
Take Care,
Todd

http://www.thedashmovie.com/

Birthday Boy

2009-06-26T19:10:00.001-07:00

Happy Birthday Bill Ruh!!!

MORNING (PEER GYNT), DE GRIEG

2009-06-19T07:24:00.001-07:00

Good Morning and Happy Father's Day to ALL THE FATHERS
out there!!!

Wishing you a Fabulous Father's Day Weekend!!!

Thank You for your friendship and business.
YOU ARE TRULY APPRECIATED.

MY BEST,
Todd

Governor Schwarzenegger Announces Inplementation of California Foreclosure Prevention Act

2009-06-16T09:17:00.000-07:00

GAAS:310:09
For Immediate Release: Contact: Aaron McLear
Monday, June 15, 2009 Camille Anderson
916-445-4571

Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces Implementation of California Foreclosure Prevention Act to Help Families at Risk of Losing Their Homes

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the implementation of the California Foreclosure Prevention Act, a law intended to promote affordable loan modifications for distressed California homeowners who might otherwise face foreclosure. The Act was proposed by the Governor and adopted by the legislature in the February budget package.

“I proposed the California Foreclosure Prevention Act to further help families at risk of losing their homes to foreclosure,” said Governor Schwarzenegger. “Foreclosures not only devastate families, they hurt neighborhoods and depress the California economy and budget. The implementation of this Act paired with previous actions taken here in California and federally will go a long way in helping mitigate the housing crisis.”

Specifically, the Act precludes a lender or servicer from filing a notice of sale for an additional 90 days unless the lender or servicer has a comprehensive loan modification program approved by regulators. On June 1, 2009, emergency regulations were adopted that set forth the criteria for a comprehensive loan modification program. The regulations also describe the application process that will be used by the State of California Department of Corporations, Department of Financial Institutions, and Department of Real Estate. As required by these regulations, mortgage lenders and servicers will receive a 30-day grace period from the 90-day foreclosure stay upon receipt by their regulatory agency of a substantially complete application. If the comprehensive loan modification program is approved by the applicants’ regulator, then the applicant will receive an exemption from the 90-day foreclosure stay as long as the applicant acts in accordance with the approved program.

Under the Act, a comprehensive loan modification program is one that modifies a borrower’s loan terms by changing the interest rate, amortization schedule, principal loan amount, or other appropriate factors that results in achieving a 38% debt-to-income ratio for the borrower. However, if the lender can document that a modification will result in a greater loss as compared to a foreclosure, the lender will not be compelled to offer a loan modification. The Act is compatible with the Obama Administration’s foreclosure relief plan and complements the federal effort.

“Loan Modifications are the best outcome for homeowners seeking to make their mortgage payments affordable,” said Department of Corporations Commissioner Preston DuFauchard. “There have been other resolutions to mortgage issues, including short term forbearance plans, but the modifications of terms that result in an affordable, sustainable payment is most likely to prevent foreclosure and preserve home ownership for tens of thousands of families in California.”

The Department of Corporations began tracking loan modifications in California in 2007 by surveying major mortgage lenders and servicers in the State. The monthly survey has shown an increasing trend toward more loan modifications, especially since the announcement of the Governor’s Subprime Mortgage Loan Agreement in November 2007. To view the latest loan modification survey results or find more information on the Governor's Subprime Mortgage Loan Agreement, visit http://www.corp.ca.gov/press/news/SubprimeLending.asp.

The California Foreclosure Prevention Act builds upon the Governor's previous actions to help stabilize California's housing market, including:
· Signing legislation to help protect homeowners by requiring a mortgage holder to provide a 30-day notice to a borrower prior to filing any default notice leading to the foreclosure. The new law also provides tenants of foreclosed properties a minimum of 60 days notice to move and requires holders of foreclosed properties to maintain the property.
· Announcing an agreement with major loan servicers to streamline the loan modification process for subprime borrowers living in their homes.
· Governor Schwarzenegger led efforts urging the Bush Administration and Congress to raise federal loan limits. Additionally, last fall, the Governor sent a letter calling on Congress to increase those limits and sent a similar letter again earlier this year. After Congress and the President approved a temporary increase, the Governor asked them to make the increase permanent.
· Launching a $1.2 million public awareness campaign to help educate homeowners about options that can help them avoid losing their homes to foreclosures.
· Establishing the Interdepartmental Task Force on Non-traditional Mortgages to ensure a comprehensive and coordinated approach to the issues raised by subprime loans.
· Announcing $5.6 million to help mortgage and banking industry workers laid off as a result of the subprime crisis make career transitions to high-demand jobs in other industries.
· Joining the OneCalifornia Foundation to announce a bridge loan fund for homeowners facing foreclosure in Oakland.
· Awarding $8 million to community based mortgage counseling providers around the state to help avoid foreclosures.

Toxic Personalities...

2009-05-27T09:45:00.000-07:00

No, this doesn't have to do with Britney Spears!!!
I Love Britney!!

I thought this was interesting and may be helpful.
S T A Y P O S I T I V E

http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/life/8-toxic-personalities-to-avoid-461078/

John Husing and Gov Hutchinson to Speak...

2009-05-27T09:41:00.000-07:00

Anyone who wants to know more information about California Real Estate and the Inland Empire Areas should attend....Ask me for tickets or buy direct from Lewis Playhouse.
Proceeds go to Operation Community Cares.

Thank You!!!

Here is the Direct link to buy tickets!
http://www.lewisfamilyplayhouse.com/events/view.php?eventid=0000001302

Strike

2009-05-26T11:52:00.001-07:00

Very Nice, Evan!!!
Love the catwalk after you roll the strike, too.
Way to Go!!!
Todd

Conference Looks at Grim IE Economy...

2009-05-20T09:44:00.000-07:00

Yukk.....

but still wanted to share with you.

Todd

Conference looks at grim IE economy

Median Home Price is $247,000

2009-05-20T09:25:00.001-07:00

Hope you're enjoying your week before Memorial Day Weekend!!
Homes are selling...especially at these prices and interest rates.
It's A GREAT TIME TO BUY!!!
Call me today so we can get started.
Todd Picconi
9 0 9 . 9 0 8 . 7 3 7 6

Southland median home price falls to $247000 in AprilLos Angeles Times - CA,USA"Until those people are forced to sell, they're not going to," said Richard Green, director of USC's Lusk Center for Real Estate. "That might change if lots ...See all stories on this topic

Time for a Bird's Eye ...

2009-05-16T09:11:00.001-07:00

Todd Gives Tips about his DAILY BLAST!!!
IF you'd like to subscribe...do it today.
You'll find JUST THE PROPERTY you want.
Todd

Todd's Nervous

2009-05-16T09:10:00.001-07:00

Todd's First Annual Client Appreciation Evening....Nervous about it....and it went GREAT. Thanks to all of you who contributed to it....Stefani Carrasco....handled the details....

Pavarotti - Ave Maria - Schubert

2009-05-10T17:51:00.001-07:00

Thinking of One of The Most
Incredible Women I have Ever Met....
My Nonna.
Happy Mother's Day, Nonna.
Ti Voglio Bene, Bella Bellina!!!
Ta

Melodramma / Andrea Bocelli

2009-05-09T14:56:00.001-07:00

What a great song and beautiful scenery...Love the horse!!

Maggie Waller @Stone Creek Escrow

2009-05-09T01:18:00.001-07:00

Laughing with Maggie Waller, Owner of Stone Creek Escrow in Upland at Todd's First Annual Early Summer Invitational.

Frances Howdyshell Describes How She Met Todd...

2009-05-09T01:17:00.001-07:00

Todd's First Annual Early Summer Invitational.

Luigi Picconi

2009-05-09T01:16:00.001-07:00

How do you know Todd?

Today's Real Estate Market...

2009-04-09T12:25:00.000-07:00

Hello...Good Afternoon!!!
Wanted to write you a little bit and inform you as to today's real estate market and the climate...
It's a GREAT, EXCELLENT AND FANTASTIC TIME to BUY right now!!!!
Prices are INCREDIBLY LOW, INVENTORY IS DECENT/GOOD & INTEREST RATES ARE AMAZINGLY LOW!!!!
If you haven't thought about it, or started getting PRE~APPROVED for your loan, I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT.

Here is just one of the outstanding opportunities currently available in today's marketplace....located in Master Planned Community of Archibald Ranch in Ontario...Check this place out!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMDsHcPyGb8&feature=channel_page

Keep me in mind when you're ready to start looking and I will help you get what you want....Meanwhile, Happy Spring & Happy Easter Weekend!!!

Your Real Estate Professional,
Todd Picconi

Starbucks & I E Figures/Stats

2009-03-26T06:00:00.000-07:00

Morning!!
Found this article to one of my favorite venues....Starbucks!! HOPE your day is successful, happy and with many blessings!!
http://www.reuters.com/article/rbssConsumerGoodsAndRetailNews/idUSN2535986220090325

Also, here is a link to a video that I shot quickly yesterday for a property that is now, My Pick Of The Week....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PK6I9xyo7xw&feature=channel_page

Since it's priced at $335,900, it will probably sell quickly....located in a great area!!!
(near Cable, not Brackett Airport in Upland)

Thank You,
Todd

Your RELAXATION ;)

2009-03-21T13:51:00.001-07:00

Here is something for you to relax to....E N J O Y ! !

http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=8503B14F30632D2A

Click link above then click "play all videos".

Lights Out!!

2009-03-20T16:31:00.001-07:00

Hope you're enjoying the end to your week....

F Y I ~

Around the globe on March 28th, when the clock strikes 8:30 p.m. local time, Earth Hour will begin.

At this time, people around the globe will switch off their lights to demonstrate their support to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and global warming. The Eiffel Tower and other Parisian landmarks will fade to black, as Paris, the City of Light, heads a list of cities and towns that will join the world in making a visual vote for decisive action on climate change during Earth Hour 2009.

Omaha Jack's In Rancho Cucamonga, St. Patty's Day Celebration

2009-03-18T02:07:00.000-07:00

WEREP Enjoyed their 4th Annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration....Over 100 people attended WEREP's St. Patrick's Day Celebration....There were live performers, Green Beer and lots of laughs, catching up and fun. Look who dressed up as a Leprachaun!!!

2009-03-18T02:02:00.000-07:00

Here are the finals of front and back of my new business card. Thank You to all of you who made this possible and probable and who contributed to it's final "look". Love You...Todd

Obama's Administration Launches Housing Plan

2009-03-04T08:19:00.000-08:00

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090304/ap_on_bi_ge/obama_housing

Leslie Appleton-Young Speaks....

2009-03-04T08:03:00.001-08:00

Here is an article I found today about what she had to say...Hope you enjoy reading as much as I did.

http://www.sacbee.com/static/weblogs/real_estate/archives/020291.html

Have a Prosperous Day!!!

Todd

Make An Offer on It...Today!!

2009-02-23T19:18:00.001-08:00

Today I was showing homes and it has been going well.........I believe 2009 will be an EXCELLENT & OUTSTANDING YEAR to purchase a new piece of real estate.
Maybe your primary residence, maybe a rental/investment property.
Whatever the case, be sure that when you see the one that you like, and that feels
right, that you jump on it. Don't hesitate, unless a voice in your head, or something
in the bottom of your stomach says, "Wait, don't do this!!"....then L I S T E N .

As a real estate professional, it's important to take heed and listen to my clients'
gut instincts....ultimately it will be them who are living in the property and making
the monthly payments. That's why I let them do the deciding.

Sure, I will help figure out which one of the homes is the better buys, along with
analytical documentation showing why and how.....it's important to all my clients
as well as myself, to ensure they are getting the most for their money. If not, why do it?

So, next time you are looking, and find the right home....JUMP, JUMP, JUMP....
(ESPECIALLY IF IT FEELS RIGHT)

Call on me anytime.....for Professional, Friendly Service.

Todd Picconi
Stapp Home Realty
909/908.7376

Clinton Responds to Criticisms.....

2009-02-17T12:06:00.000-08:00

Hello!!
I am back to work this week and things are busy, busy, busy.
Are you ready to buy? If so, please call me. I have alot of GREAT BUYS
that are just waiting to be snapped up!! Seriously ~

Last week was probably the toughest, or one of the toughest weeks of my life.
I want to say a big, "Thank You" to many of you. You have all been so wonderfully
SUPPORTIVE, FRIENDLY & KIND. I was writing "thank you" cards over the weekend,
and one of the common threads on alot of them was.....
"It's people like you, who make times like these, easier to get through."....

Nuff said.....

Found this article, or even the thought of criticizing Bill Clinton for our state of affairs (economically), interesting. Also, thought that I would add: Nobody thought about it
or was upset at him when they were riding high. Sad...and this is one of the reasons, I
think that being the President of Anything can be challenging...especially, The GREAT COUNTRY
OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
AMEN....Read on if you like....here's the link:

http://news.yahoo.com/s/time/20090216/us_time/08599187977400

NEW TAX CREDIT.....

2009-02-05T13:36:00.000-08:00

HOT OFF THE MEDIA PRESSES & DELIVERED FOR YOU.....Today!!!

Last evening the United States Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan amendment, offered by REALTOR® Champions, Senators Johnny Isakson (R-GA) and Joe Lieberman (ID-CT) to the Economic Stimulus Bill creating a $15,000 tax credit to individuals who purchase a home in the next year.

Specifically, the Isakson-Lieberman amendment to the pending economic stimulus bill would provide a direct tax credit to any homebuyer who purchases any home. The amount of the tax credit would be $15,000 or 10 percent of the purchase price, whichever is less. Purchases must be made within one year of the legislation's enactment, and the tax credit would not have to be repaid.

The amendment would allow taxpayers to claim the credit on their 2008 income tax return. It also seeks to prevent misuse by only allowing purchases of a principle residence and by recapturing the credit if the home is sold within two years of purchase.

The amendment would sunset the current $7,500 housing tax credit on the date of enactment.While the final details of the Stimulus Bill are still being debated, this amendment represents a tremendous step forward in NAR's efforts to stabilize housing markets around the nation. Because of the efforts of REALTORS®, we expect the final Economic Stimulus Bill will contain several major housing provisions.

We will continue to update you as the bill progresses through the legislative process.

**Taken from the Inland Valley Association of Realtors Bulletin, dated February 5th, 2009.

REDC AUCTION SELLS PROPERTIES!!

2009-02-05T08:32:00.000-08:00

Morning !!!

HOPE that all is well your end....Things are going well here....Just finishing up some work and headed to the Upland Caravan to hear about a First~Time Homebuyer Program that the City of Upland is sponsoring.

And how are you?

Let me know when you're ready to buy??

Here's an article about a recent auction...VERY COOL!!!

HAVE AN EXCELLENT DAY!!!

SEE LINK BELOW:

http://www.dailybulletin.com/ci_11629642

National Amount of Repossessed Homes...

2009-01-28T04:06:00.001-08:00

More Nationally....Refers to Inland Empire, too.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/feedarticle/8329975

Home Prices Fall At RECORD RATE in November

2009-01-28T03:57:00.000-08:00

Great Article....Really puts things in perspective that now is a GREAT TIME to buy....even since 1993!!! Thanks for sharing!!
Todd

http://www.dailybulletin.com/ci_11567394

Thank You for Your Prayers & Support for Nonna!!

2009-01-25T22:39:00.000-08:00

Hello!!

I text messaged about 30 people (friends, associates, & loved ones) on Saturday around 1pm and have received a tremendous amount of support. I would like you to know how much your support has meant to me during this challenging time.

Nonna, my 93 year old Grandmother and Italian Import, had an acute stroke on Thursday Night/Friday Morning.....not sure of the time, but she was checked into the hospital Friday and tests were run and we don't yet have the results at this time.

It's a difficult time. I would ask that you please pray for my family at this time.

I am particularly concerned for Yvette, my sister and Papa.

Thank You for keeping them and of course, Nonna and myself in your prayers.

With everyone's help and energy, I know God's will can be done.

With Heartfelt Thanks & Appreciation,

Todd

Happy New Years & Horoscopes For All Signs for 2009!!

2009-01-03T09:26:00.000-08:00

I have enjoyed the past few days of New Year's Resoluting and Celebrating/Festivities. A Special Thank You to My Clients Who were SO GENEROUS, New Year's Eve and Took Me Out & Showed Me a Great Time...You are AMAZING!!! Had a Great Time!!!

Wishing You Brightness, Happiness, Fulfillment and Success in 2009!!!

"SHINE IN 2009"

Todd

P.S. Here is a link to your Horoscope for 2009...Enjoy!!

http://shine.yahoo.com/page/2009-horoscope

HAPPY NEW YEARS & INLAND RE ARTICLE FOR FUTURE

2008-12-31T10:44:00.000-08:00

It's been another year....I know, already!!

Very Thankful for your friendship, support and most of all, the support of my family, friends, clients and loved ones...YOU KNOW who you are!!

Thank You for making me feel very fortunate to be alive and healthy....and WISHING YOU

MUCH HAPPINESS, HEALTH, AND PROSPERITY in the coming years!!

Looks like long~term, Inland Empire will be a GREAT INVESTMENT (still) for YOU!!

Ask me about REPO Investments!!

HAPPY NEW YEARS!!

Look ahead to 2009: Long-term outlook positive for region

Crashing The Girls Lunch @ The Yard House in Victoria Gardens

2008-12-19T15:49:00.000-08:00

You can tell from the picture, we are having a terrible time today!!
Season's Greetings!! I am thrilled to tell you, it's been a great week.
My clients are finding EXCELLENT DEALS with BEAUTIFUL FLOORPLANS
& FIXERS FULL OF POSSIBILITIES!! THIS is one of my favorite
parts of the real estate industry.
Hope that you are ENJOYING A HAPPY, HEALTHY HOLIDAY SEASON!!
Looking FORWARD to working with you into the New Year!
My Best,
Todd

the lost art of integrity

2008-12-17T16:05:00.000-08:00

http://calcpablogs.org/ie/2008/10/17/the-lost-art-of-integrity/

Hello...HOPE You are enjoying all the wet, gray weather that we are
experiencing!!

I was fortunate to find this interesting article on integrity and wanted to share it
with you.......Looking forward to more interesting stuff to share with you....

Until then, K E E P S M I L I N G ! ! !

Pinocchio Give A Little Whistle! (English)

2008-12-12T08:54:00.001-08:00

Woke up this morning singing this song....Give a Little Whistle.....
Hope you enjoy and it perks you up or adds a little bounce in your step today....
Happy Friday and Give a Little Whistle....
Todd

been a while....

2008-12-11T10:46:00.000-08:00

Hope all is well with you and yours....preparing for the Christmas Holiday this year....has been fun, exciting, work....but all in all, a great time.
Thank you for your generosity, fabulousness and spirits!!
You are special and important to me....
Check out some of my recent outings on Youtube....
www.youtube.com/toddpicconi

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!
Todd

A GREAT SELECTION OF PROPERTIES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE

2008-12-01T11:19:00.000-08:00

CHECK THESE OUT....PRICES SO LOW, THEY ARE

AFFORDABLE
AFFORDABLE
AFFORDABLE!!

Let me know when you're ready?

My Best,
Todd

http://www.mrmlsmatrix.com/Matrix/Public/DisplayAutoEmail.aspx?ID=31351293-311944141-68

2008-11-09T09:15:00.000-08:00

Unrealistic consumer spending hits Inland Empire hard

CoffeeTime.....Client Relationships

2008-11-05T22:13:00.000-08:00

Recently got to see a few of my friends and client's new Babies...A Beautiful Baby Girl and a very handsome, Baby Boy.

Here are some pics of us together.....

RELATIONSHIPS with past clients are so important to me!!

I value my clients business and also the relationship and bond that we form while working together...I have know some clients a very long time, and others a very short time.

Either way, once we've worked together, I believe and also am interested in maintaining hopefully what will be a life long relationship and bond. Afterall, once I've sold or bought a home for and with you, I am part of your inner circle.....it's very intimate and I feel very protective of my clients. Also, their confidentiality is important to me so you'll notice you may see their pic, but not always their name(s)....

Thanks for the opportunity to share this with you tonight.....

Take Care!!

Todd

Here are some of the results from Yesterday's Election

2008-11-05T10:42:00.000-08:00

http://vote.sos.ca.gov/props/index.html

2008-11-04T09:13:00.000-08:00

Some of Alta Loma's (and Rancho Cucamonga's) Finest Have Just Been Reduced....
Click the following link to view NEW listings
http://www.mrmlsmatrix.com/DAE.asp?ID=30365109-210196200-83

Call me for the details.
Have a Great one!
Todd

From ABC News.....This WEEK!!!

2008-10-30T14:01:00.000-07:00

This clip was inspiring and I hope you got to see it....it even mentioned our local areas and talked with a few local professionals....Also, there was a slight glimpse of a street I sold on last November, 2007, at 4minutes,55seconds.....hehe

http://www.realtytrac.com/RNshared/News/PressVideo/61.wmv

YOU ~ LIVE ON A GOLF COURSE?

2008-10-28T12:04:00.000-07:00

Ever thought of LIVING ON A GOLF COURSE??

Some of MY CLIENTS have and DO....AND LOVE IT!!

Here are some properties that are currently available for your perusal:

Click the following URL to see the Listings:
http://www.mrmlsmatrix.com/DE.asp?ID=3434791178

Todd

AFFORDABLE INLAND EMPIRE PROPERTIES TODAY!!

2008-10-28T10:08:00.001-07:00

Here are some properties that may be GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU or SOMEONE YOU KNOW.

THEY ARE MOSTLY UNDER $100k!!!
Thank You.
Todd

Click the following link to view NEW listings
http://www.mrmlsmatrix.com/DAE.asp?ID=30108154-263343936-21

Loan Forbearance Agreements Must Be in Writing...

2008-10-28T09:00:00.000-07:00

This was interesting and informative and a topic probably about to be on your mind or the mind of someone you know soon....if it's true, read it, save it and/or pass it on....Thank You!!
Todd

A lender's agreement to forbear or refrain from foreclosing on a home must be in writing and signed by the lender, even if the borrower has performed on the agreement by making a payment. This was the ruling of the recent appellate court case of Secrest v. Security National Mortgage Loan Trust (2008 WL 4516413).

This case serves as a good reminder for REALTORS® and their clients to get loan forbearances, loan modifications, and other agreements with mortgage lenders in writing and signed.In this case, the borrowers of a home loan defaulted in 2002. In a phone conversation, the bank's loan resolution consultant agreed to enter into a forbearance agreement to refrain from foreclosing if the borrowers paid the arrearage by making an initial payment of $13,422 followed by monthly installments.

The loan officer then faxed an unsigned written forbearance agreement to the borrowers. The borrowers noticed errors on the proposed agreement, and at the loan consultant's instructions, they corrected those errors on the document itself, signed it, and returned it to the loan officer along with the $13,422 initial payment.

The lender, however, never signed the forbearance agreement. Instead, the lender sold the note and deed of trust, and two years later, the new lender filed a notice of default.The borrowers in this case filed a lawsuit to stop the foreclosure claiming that, because of the forbearance agreement, the notice of default overstated the amount of the default. The court disagreed.

The court noted that, under the statute of frauds, a mortgage loan must be in writing and signed by the party against whom enforcement is sought. Similarly, if an agreement is subject to the statute of frauds, an amendment to that agreement is also subject to the statute of frauds. The court held that, in this case, the forbearance agreement at issue was not enforceable because it was not signed by the lender.

The borrower nevertheless argued that a signed agreement was not required because they partly performed by making the $13,422 initial payment. Again, the court disagreed. The court ruled that the payment of money is not "sufficient part performance to take an oral agreement out of the statute of frauds," because the borrowers paying money under an invalid contract "have legal means to recover that money if they are entitled to its return or have not received credit for it."

Obtained from the California Association of Realtors ~ Realegal® is published by the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, a trade association representing nearly 200,000 REALTORS® statewide.

CAR PRESIDENT BILL BROWN ADMITS GROWN BIT SHAKY

2008-10-28T08:58:00.000-07:00

http://seekingalpha.com/article/102125-outlook-for-homebuilding-stocks

From a Friend...an obvious joke!

2008-10-24T16:25:00.001-07:00

You can do this too.....
http://www.cnnbcvideo.com/index.html?nid=tfVFCDP9osCQjgsU0uMePTQwMzM3NDg-&referred_by=2829003-W.u2n2x

Kaiser Permanente To Open Offices in Upland, CA

2008-10-10T06:45:00.000-07:00

Kaiser Permanente to open medical offices in Upland

Ryan J. Orr, Rancho Cucamonga City Treasurer Candidate Statement

2008-10-09T22:59:00.000-07:00

Candidate Statement: Ryan J. Orr, Rancho Cucamonga city treasurer

Ryan is a GREAT Guy!!

HERE ARE SOME AMAZING (REPO HOME & OTHERS) FINDS!!

2008-10-09T11:33:00.000-07:00

I am GETTING more and MORE AWESOME DEALS, EVERY DAY!!!

Let me know, when you're READY & Let's GET YOU one (or two!!)

of them!!!

THANKS FOR YOUR CONFIDENCE!!

Your Real Estate Professional,

Todd

Click the following link to view NEW listings

http://www.mrmlsmatrix.com/DAE.asp?ID=29393201-294974046-25

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE A BIRTHDAY THIS MONTH!!!

MY BEST,

Todd Picconi

FED CUTS INTEREST RATE IN MORE THAN US TODAY!!

2008-10-08T10:51:00.000-07:00

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081008/ap_on_bi_ge/financial_meltdown

I had/have been telling clients that the interest rate should drop usually right before our election this year. GLAD to see this is TRUE.

HAVE A MARVELOUS WEDNESDAY!!
....AND, BUY THAT HOUSE!! YOU ALMOST CAN'T AFFORD NOT TO NOW.

"Congratulations to Hector and Carmen"!!
Looks like they may be my first clients to take advantage of the LOWER INTEREST RATES. WOOHOO!!

CASUAL ATTIRE

2008-10-07T14:06:00.000-07:00

I have been invited to meet with a VIP....

AND also, told to dress casually....

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?

Have a few ideas, just taking a poll to see

what kinds of suggestions that I get?

Thanks for your feedback...and guess I'll find out

if anyone is reading my blog now...

HAVE AN EXCELLENT DAY!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN-N-OUT!!

2008-10-07T13:53:00.000-07:00

In-n-Out’s 60th Year Anniversary is Wednesday, October 22nd.
All hamburgers will be sold for 25 cents, Cheeseburgers 30 cents, Fries 15 cents, and drinks are 10 cents!!! So mark your calendars!

Wall Street Journal Details Inland Empire Real Estate

2008-10-07T08:19:00.000-07:00

I Found this informative....and hope you do also.
Todd

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB122334317101810201.html?mod=googlenews_wsj

Federal Reserve to Buy Massive Amounts of Short-Term Debt

2008-10-07T07:51:00.000-07:00

This is G R E A T ! ! VERY INFORMATIVE and EXPLAINS the process well....
Hope you enjoy.....and Happy Tuesday!!

http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/081007/financial_meltdown.html?.&.pf=banking-budgeting

Saw Il Trittico.....@ the LA Opera

2008-10-05T15:41:00.000-07:00

This was one of the FUNNEST nights I've had ALL YEAR

....a chance to dress up, enjoy some great music and CULTURE, too.

Here is a link so you can view what's coming up if you'd like:

http://www.losangelesopera.com/

INLAND EMPIRE PRIME SPOT FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY....SAYS STATE UTILITIES

2008-10-04T03:50:00.000-07:00

Inland area prime spot for renewable energy, says state utilities ...

MURRIETA AND TEMECULA HAS SOME SCREAMING DEALS!!

2008-09-30T09:47:00.000-07:00

LOOK what your moolah can buy you down South????

Click the following link to view NEW listings
http://www.mrmlsmatrix.com/DAE.asp?ID=29027051-232008212-07

and....MORE IN RIVERSIDE COUNTY!!
http://www.mrmlsmatrix.com/DAE.asp?ID=29033200-288861809-07

WAPANGO!!! MY RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK!!

2008-09-30T07:28:00.000-07:00

I tried this restaurant last week with my friend Heidi....and we had a DELICIOUS MEAL....SERVICE was fast, efficient and courteous (Thank You, Daniel!!) and the atmosphere was WONDERFUL.

I was particularly impressed at the modern and latin infused color schemes, and if you're a man, please check out the restroom....PRETTY COOL!!

Here is a link.....for your perusal and I'd suggest going.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/wapango-rancho-cucamonga

More bad economic news for Fontana and the nation

2008-09-30T07:09:00.000-07:00

http://www.fontanaheraldnews.com/articles/2008/09/29/news/01newseconomy.txt

More news from local city of Fontana.....IT'S STILL A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE!!

CONGRATULATIONS BARKLEY!!!

2008-09-29T14:15:00.000-07:00

Past client, Bernell, who moved out of state just told me that her little Barkley got married. Wow!!
I remember when Barkley was sleeping in the below the stairs closet while Mom, Bernell, worked on her HUD property she bought from me uh, 16 YEARS AGO!!!
CONGRATULATIONS Bernell, Barkley and Mr. Barkley!!!

VALLEY GOES DEEPER INTO RECESSION...

2008-09-29T10:52:00.003-07:00

http://www.mydesert.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080928/NEWS11/809280328/1026/news12

John Husing is quoted in this article.
Enjoy!!

NEW LISTINGS IN THE AREA!!

2008-09-29T10:39:00.000-07:00

Here is a link to some AWESOME NEW LISTINGS....
CHECK THEM OUT!! These won't last!!
ACT FAST.

http://www.mrmlsmatrix.com/DAE.asp?ID=28995871-294974046-65

THIS JUST IN....CITIGROUP TO BUY WACHOVIA

2008-09-29T10:23:00.000-07:00

Here is some more Interesting Financial News.....today, Wachovia is acquired by
Citigroup.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080929/ap_on_bi_ge/wachovia_citigroup

Also, I have August Numbers for 2008 for San Bernardino, Riverside and LA Counties!!
WOOHOO!!

Ok, here you go:

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY

SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
AUGUST, 2008 2,143 Sales Median Price: $228,0000
AUGUST, 2007 1,583 Sales Median Price: $360,000

CONDOMINIUM
AUGUST, 2008 152 Sales Median Price: $262,000
AUGUST, 2007 219 Sales Median Price: $354,500

RIVERSIDE COUNTY

SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
AUGUST, 2008 3,493 Sales Median Price $255,000
AUGUST, 2007 2,332 Sales Median Price #392,000

CONDOMINIUM
AUGUST, 2008 288 Sales Median Price $229,510
AUGUST, 2007 326 Sales Median Price $330,000

LOS ANGELES COUNTY

SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
AUGUST, 2008 4,493 Sales Median Price $390,000
AUGUST, 2007 4,042 Sales Median Price $591,250

CONDOMINIUM
AUGUST, 2008 1,502 Sales Median Price $362,750
AUGUST, 2007 1,651 Sales Median Price $475,000

Please feel free to call me to discuss your future real estate plans.
I look forward to assisting you.

Your Real Estate Professional,
Todd

Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Mortgage Legislation to Protect California Homeowners and Homebuyers

2008-09-28T11:43:00.000-07:00

It was an interesting week....JP Morgan takes over WAMU on Thursday PM

and the Governor signed the following legislation to Protect California Homeowner

& Homebuyers....Here is a link (Thank You, Evan!!) for your perusal:

http://gov.ca.gov/press-release/10618/

I am in process of revamping alot of stuff....all at once!! OMG is right!!

It will be fun to roll it out....hopefully beginning this week.

And, How was your week???

Feel free to call on me if you're wanting to invest or sell at this time....and as always,

THANK YOU for keeping me in mind for your Personal Real Estate Referrals

and Business.

You know I'll ALWAYS do my best for you!!

Amen!!

Your Real Estate Professional,

Todd

Here's some pics from this week....

Picconi Quoted in Yesterday's Daily Bulletin

2008-09-21T17:07:00.000-07:00

...About the seminar that I attended early last week.....Pic is below....that was in the paper also.

THANKS TO THOSE OF YOU WHO HELPED GET ME IN THE PAPER!!

I hope to get the article link soon...Not up yet.

WEEKEND READING ON THE FINANCIAL CRISIS

2008-09-21T16:58:00.000-07:00

Hello!!

Wow!! We survived the weekend and more importantly, LAST WEEK!!

Here is some synopsis reading that may be helpful to you.

http://www.thestreet.com/_yahoo/markets/marketfeatures/10438567.html?cm_ven=YAHOO&cm_cat=FREE&cm_ite=NA

Great to see you the other day, Tom.

Have a great rest of your weekend, Everyone!!

BTW: I am preparing for a GREAT OCTOBER

filled with Sales, Meetings and LOTS of Important

Information that I'll be hopefully receiving and

sending your way.....from my California Association

of Realtors Conference in Long Beach, CA to a speech

by Leslie Appleton-Young, to a Presentation by Starbuck's

Dr. Joseph A. Michelli.

My FALL NEWSLETTER should be already in the mail on

it's way to you, or coming to you by this week's end....Lost

my Hard Drive, so have had to manually print each one out

to each recipient....NOTHING LIKE FEELING OLD-FASHIONED!!

lol

HAPPY WEEK!!

Todd

Bike Riding with The Family Today

2008-09-16T23:44:00.000-07:00

Had a great time biking with Papa and Yvette today....

We are all enjoying the health benefits and time together.

Hope you have a great rest of your week and stay tuned for market information....it's coming....I promise!!

Things Are Getting More Interesting....

2008-09-15T17:57:00.001-07:00

I am thrilled to be able to write to you and say, "Hi!!!"

Been working alot of hours, sold a home last week and if you check out my youtube channel you can find out more.....

I have tried to make it interesting and appreciate your feedback, support, and the like.

Celebrated some BIG birthdays this month.....My Grandmother's was great. (there's a teensy youtube on it)

The market is getting more and more interesting as time goes on. I think there are some SCREAMING DEALS that I've seen lately and am ready to help when the time comes for you and yours.

Had a VERY IMPORTANT meeting today (besides the seminar from the pic above!)

and I'm hoping it's going to really turn into SOMETHING VERY POSITIVE in the coming months....Time will tell and then I'll let you know.

(keeping fingers crossed)

CONGRATULATIONS to Evan on his new home!!

Thank You for the opportunity to assist you.

**Attended a Seminar today....in Ontario @ the Doubletree Hotel....so pic is from today.

Pictured are:

Leslie Magodoro ~ Broadview Mortgage 909.920.5260 ext. 111

Madelyn Clinkaberry ~ American Home Shield 800.800.8880 ext. 6245

Jimmie Herrick ~ Stewart Title 909.544.9407

Joseph Casey ~ By Referral Only 760.518.2563

THANKS for the GREAT PICTURE ALL OF YOU.

Hope to get it into more media....

Talk Soon....Until then, Be Well....

Todd

Visiting Nonna and Lunch w/Maria...

2008-08-28T18:16:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was fortunate to visit with my friend, Maria....we went to the Yard House....THAT is OUR PLACE!! WE LOVE IT THERE.

Then today had some wonderful, outdoor time with Nonna...(my Grandma)....

It was A M A Z I N G ! ! !

Thank You for your continued support, business and friendship everyone.

You know who you are!!

Have an excellent Labor Day Weekend!!

My Best,

Todd

P.S. I will be doing a "Market Update" next week.

PICS FROM CONCERT UNDER THE STARS

2008-08-25T11:19:00.000-07:00

THANK YOU to Herb and Kay Hafif who donate their property, resources, time and money each year in order to raise money for over 300 charities!!

Enjoyed attending one of your events for the first time this year. Here are some of the pics.

Showed Rentals Today and a FEW REPO'S TOO!!

2008-08-21T23:06:00.000-07:00

Today was fortunate to show some homes in Rancho Cucamonga that are Rentals. Also, enjoyed the two Lewis Communities, "Jamboree" and "Homecoming".
Thank You to the professionals that helped my client and I. You were great!!
Here is a link to my video talking about Rentals and why I am working with Rentals in this market too.

Also,
if you don't know Diana Krall, I think she does this song so well...."The Look of Love"....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNp79hF-xZw
HAPPY FRIDAY EARLY!!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, RICHARD AND RANDY!!
Todd

Showing Homes

2008-08-19T15:53:00.000-07:00

Today was fortunate to have a few great appointments.....one with Jan, Homebuyer.

Another, with HomeSeller, Charlie.....yeah!!

Getting back in the swing of things.....step by step.

See Part 2 of the video on my Youtube Channel:

www.youtube.com/toddpicconi

BACK FROM VEGAS....AND BACK TO WORK ;)

2008-08-14T07:48:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was my first day back to work. It feels great to be back!!!

Had a great time in Vegas. Visited some restaurants that were simply, "Out of this world!!".....The time away was very much appreciated also.

The Market is still in a minor state of decline, actually my thoughts are that it will decline a bit more through the end of the year, but this is of course, totally unpredictable. Only time will tell.

I am looking forward to a few upcoming meetings and more additional research so I have a better feel for how things are since I've been off for three weeks.

Spent lots and lots of time with Nonna which I will never regret. Thank You to the powers that be!!! Also, I'm very thankful for having the time to visit with some of you ;)

If you are considering buying, there are some really FABULOUS DEALS/SCREAMING DEALS out there. Lots of competition for those too...but may be worth it. Only you can decide.

Showing properties today and tomorrow and where did you want to live??

Have a great weekend and more later.....

Your Real Estate Professional,

Todd

WORDS OF WISDOM FROM A 92 YEAR OLD GRANDMOTHER...

2008-08-07T15:19:00.000-07:00

Today while I was visiting my Grandmother she taught me the following:

1) Always say, "Thank You".

2) Eat in smaller portions.

3) Ask people how they are feeling? Or "How are you?"

4) Smile with your eyes.

5) Laugh whenever possible.

6) Don't always have such serious conversations....

and don't be afraid to make fun of yourself...

7) Kiss your family Member "Goodbye".

The Center of Attention....

2008-08-07T08:42:00.000-07:00

Met with a few of my longtime friends and clients yesterday....Yes, while on vaca....LOL

We had a great time.....Cathy (rt) and Carol (lft)....Cathy has been a client for over 10 years and also helps me with marketing/promotional items. It was great to hear about Cathy's travels and since Carol is visiting from Indiana right now....that was fun to see her too and hear about all the fun they have been having in Oregon and at local Casino's....Los Angeles Train Ride with lunch @ Felipe's, etc. I just love them!!

Then, got to see and visit with Steve. Steve and I have been friends over 10 years, he's a past client (twice) and I took these great pics of him in PS, on our way to dinner. Oh, I've got to tell you.... We saw Cloris Leachman @ dinner (one table away), FUN!! What I love most about these pics is that they are the only four I snapped of him. He's so in his element in them....this is his normal golfing cap/hat...isn't it great?!!! THANK YOU FOR THE WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY DINNER, AND YOUR FRIENDSHIP, AND BUSINESS, STEVE.

That's all I have for today....getting ready for something else....hope to share with you next week...and hope you are well.

Thank You for your continued support and friendship.

You make doing business a pleasure!!

Todd

Dreamtowns and My Vaca....

2008-08-01T11:31:00.000-07:00

Greetings from Downtown Claremont....

I'm in the Village this am and trying to catchup on my business....even though I'm on vacation, technically. I know, it's just like me to be working on vacation. I have to be away and unfortunately, or fortunately, it's not in the cards for me right now.

Anyway, here's a link (Thank You Bill) to a Dreamtowns Article:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/25851656/from/ET/

Also, am updating my youtube channel:

www.youtube.com/toddpicconi

You can see some of the things that I've been doing lately....like Alexis Stapp's 16th Birthday Party...what fun that was. Thank You to the powers that be for bringing the Stapp's into my life. They are truly a blessing to me.

Here's a pic from the evening...Hope you enjoy your First August Weekend.

XOXOXO

Todd

Is Your Starbucks Closing??

2008-07-18T17:38:00.000-07:00

12:27 p.m.: Is your Starbucks closing? - By Jason Pesick

New School Website....

2008-07-18T17:37:00.000-07:00

There is a new website: Http://www.schoolfinder.ca.gov.
You can retrieve data on any school in CA.
Isn't this great?!!!!
Enter the zip code of the community you desire.
Thanks Bill for spreading the wealth.
Todd

So Much For Birthday Time Off....

2008-07-17T10:40:00.000-07:00

Hi All!!
Here are some killer deals that I had to pass on to you...
They are in Fontana...and looky here:
Click the following URL to see the Listings:
http://www.mrmlsmatrix.com/DE.asp?ID=2716232795

Have an excellent day!!
Todd

Circle N Carpet Cleaning is The Bomb!!!

2008-07-01T12:10:00.000-07:00

I have recently met and utilized a new carpet cleaning service....
and wanted to pass on their information to you.

AS you know, I refer anyone I have received great service from....so here it goes.

THANK YOU CIRCLE N CARPET CLEANING!!!

I had an excellent experience with them.

From the time you call them, you will know this is going to be great.

Renae, who answers the telephone is very courteous and professional.

Then, when they arrive, Robert and Jeff start working their magic on your carpets.

They have sprayers, buffers, rakes and another machine that heats up your carpet
(killing any possible dust mites you may have) with temperatures topping out
at 260+ degrees!!

Within a few days when your carpets are REFRESHED AND FEEL NEW AGAIN....
You'll be thankful you called them and finally got your carpets cleaned. I was!!

My Grandmother used to say, "Cleanliness is good everywhere, except in your wallet."

A BIG "Thank You" to Robert, Renae (Robert and Renae are Brother and Sister) and Jeff
for your outstanding service and professionalism.

If you'd like to contact them, here is their information:

CIRCLE N CARPET CLEANING
290 N. Benson Ave., Suite #6
Upland, CA 91786
Office: 909/949.9191
FAX: 909/949.4646
email: CircleNCleaning@aol.com

Here are the services they provide:
Carpets
Upholstery
Area Rugs
Water Damage Restoration
Dry Cleaning
Tile & Grout
Restaurants
Hotels and More

**and they accept Visa and Mastercard.

A Great Mexican Restaurant!!!

2008-07-01T11:56:00.000-07:00

I was referred to this Restaurant and had no idea what all the hoopla was about???
Until I went...
LOS JARRITOS is one of the Best Restaurants that I have ever gone too.....

You can find Los Jarritos in Pomona, just below Foothill, on Garey. It's in the northerly section of a shopping center, Cross Street is Drake on the west side of Garey.

You've got to try this place!!

Thanks Raul and all the wonderful cooks, and staff at Los Jarritos for making such great food....and it's got that "the food is so good here" feel....simple setting, basic tables and chairs and DELICIOUS FOOD.

Try their bean and cheese burritos and also their Hard Tacos are YUMMMMM EEEE!!

www.DailyBulletin.com

2008-07-01T11:54:00.000-07:00

This is a valuable resource for current events.....

Inside Madonna's Rehearsals for Upcoming "Sticky and Sweet" Tour in the Fall

2008-07-01T10:59:00.000-07:00

Liz Smith at the ''Sticky and Sweet'' Tour Rehearsals!
Category: Live Performances and Tours.
By Liz Smith at Variety:

The indomitable Madonna has been rehearsing her "Sticky and Sweet" tour in a massive space in New York. Her latest troupe of beautiful dancers is present, as is every other member of a massive Madonna undertaking.

When the boss works, everybody works! It is 80 degrees and humid outside. Inside it’s a steam bath. Madonna does not enjoy air-conditioning. (Audiences tend to leave her concerts having lost about 10 pounds in water-weight.) Everybody looks whipped. Not Madonna.

Without makeup, her long blond hair lank, dressed in funereal black rehearsal togs, she looks fresher, younger, and more vital than she does on the red carpet. (She also looks less muscular. Concert lighting and flash photography tends to over-emphasize her toned sinew.)

She certainly shakes a tailfeather like she is still writhing along the canals in Venice for the "Like A Virgin" video, filmed back before most of her dancers were born.

People close to Madonna, those who love her, are always saying, "Why don’t you relax more; have some fun?" Sometimes she will agree. But most of the time she doesn’t bother to give concerned parties her life memo: hard work --pushing herself to the limit and most of all, dancing is her fun and relaxation.

So many of her songs celebrate the power of dance and how it can free you -- perhaps just temporarily -- from immediate care.

Watching this star go through her paces, she seems not to have a care in the world, except to perfect her show. "That sucked!" she declares after failing to execute her double-dutch without error. "I have to be better." Madonna pauses and gives a mock scowl to her dancers, "And so does everybody else."

Later, she painstakingly explains her vision on one of the numbers. The choreographer is working only from an email he just received from Madonna.

She has her vision, now she has to communicate it. The number will feature four girls who are dressed up in various iconic versions of Madonna images past. She’s laughing at her old ’looks’ and discussing the particulars.

"At first I thought mannequins, then no, real girls would be better. Truthfully, I wanted drag queens, who does me better? But I figured that might be too much drama, you know -- those girls love their scenes. And I provide enough of that!"

As Madonna recruits the dancers who’ll stand and strike a pose, each holding or wearing a prop the star will snatch away, the choreographer beams, "Oh, this is getting so wickedly weird. Now I’m really loving it!"

THROUGHOUT THE afternoon and evening Madonna never flags, and never loses her sense of humor or the maternal camaraderie she always shares with her dancers.

Happily lost in her greatest love -- her work -- it doesn’t seem the time or place to bring up her supposedly failing marriage or the betrayal of her bother, Christopher Ciccone, and his tell-all book.

Will Madonna and Guy Ritchie separate? I don’t know. The last time I saw Guy and Madonna together, they couldn’t have been more convivial and affectionate. They were in public, of course, so we take the proverbial grain of salt on that one. She has three children. She is not cavalier when it comes to divorce. (Remember, this is only her second marriage.)

Certainly Madonna does not look or behave like a woman whose marriage is on the rocks. She wouldn’t show that face anyway; that’s a great part of her appeal.

Get The Latest on Your City!!

2008-06-30T14:52:00.001-07:00

Here is a great link for you to find out demographics and more on your city or a city
you may be interested in:
Thanks Bill!!

http://www.city-data.com

Picconi Goes "Retro"...

2008-06-29T22:59:00.000-07:00

I was honored this past week and recognized by one of my longtime clients as a Realtor who makes their life better....They even made me this custom logo.

Thank You so much for your acknowledgement. I'm going to start using the logo right away....

What an honor!!!

HAVE A GREAT WEEK!!

My Best,

Todd

Eli Davidson hits the Summer TV Waves....

2008-06-26T16:25:00.000-07:00

Hi Eli!!!
YEAH!!!
Was thrilled to hear you're on the Today Show this week....
For those of you who missed, here's a manuscript of it....in writing...
Congrats Eli!!!
XOXOXO,
Todd

http://www.prnewsnow.com/Public_Release/News%20And%20Talk%20Shows/214172.html

www.EliDavidson.com

Claremont PFF Gets Acquired....

2008-06-26T14:24:00.000-07:00

http://www.claremont-courier.com/pages/Topstory062508.1.html

Hope you are having a great Thursday!!

My Best,
Todd

Madonna Gets Visit From Latino Hello Kitty ;)

2008-06-24T22:31:00.000-07:00

Subject: Fw: Madonna gets a surprise visit from Hello Kitty?!
These photos are hilarious!!!

Some nut waited for Madonna to leave her gym in london, and was dressed up as a HELLO KITTY in a nuns costume. Someone forgot to tell Hello Kitty, that he's from JAPAN, not LATIN America, oh and wheres a cop when you need 'em?? lol

**you can tell she's kind of freaking out.....

Pics from WEREP Meeting Yesterday.....

2008-06-21T21:24:00.000-07:00

See my youtube channel for summary of what Randall Lewis from Lewis Homes had to say:

www.youtube.com/toddpicconi

Pics From Sacramento ~ CAR Conference, June, 2008

2008-06-21T21:10:00.000-07:00

These were all taken on the lawn of the Capital on Legislative Day...except the one with the Capital in the background...that was from my balcony...I know!!