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Calendar of yearly events in Hemet & San Jacinto, California and the surrounding area of interest to local residents of the Valley. This event schedule is provided by Mission Grove Realty as a courtesy to City residents and visitors to the Hemet and San Jacinto Valley. If you would like to have an annual event added, please contact us. We would be happy to add it to the list. Please contact event organizers for exact dates, schedules and ticket availability.

JANUARY

QUILTER’S SHOW
The last weekend in January brings a delightful display of quilts and a number of quilting supply vendors to the Valley Wide Recreation Center.(951) 654-1505

WINTER VISITOR RECEPTION
During the winter months the Tourism Council sponsors receptions to welcome our visitors who spend the winters in Hemet to enjoy the mild winter climate. 951-765-2537 or toll free 1-888-55 Hemet.

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
An annual event focusing on cinematic styles and accomplishments. Five days of premieres and celebrities. (760) 322-2930

FEBRUARYWINTER VISITOR RECEPTION
During the winter months the Tourism Council sponsors receptions to welcome our visitors who spend the winters in Hemet to enjoy the mild winter climate. 951-765-2537 or toll free 1-888-55 Hemet.

RIVERSIDE COUNTY FAIR & NATIONAL DATE FESTIVAL
Camel and ostrich races, Arabian Nights Pageant, arts and crafts, gem and mineral show, commercial exhibits, home arts, exotic foods and much, much more. Indio Chamber of Commerce (760) 347-0676

MARCHRAMONA COUNTRY WOOD CARVERS SHOW
Valley Wide Regional Park (951) 654-1505

WINTER VISITOR RECEPTION
The Tourism Council welcomes winter visitors. 951-765-2537 or toll free 1-888-55 Hemet.

SPRING GALA PERFORMANCES
Mixed performances by the Repertoire Riverside Ballet Theater. (951) 787-7850

APRILRAMONA OUTDOOR PAGEANT
A romance of early California. Utilizing an entire mountain-side as a stage, with a cast of more than 350. The play’s worldwide fame has attracted an audience of nearly 2 million during the seven decades that it has annually been staged. Its beauty is unparalleled. A fascinating journey into the California yester-year. 800-645-4465

PERRIS VALLEY RAIL FESTIVAL
City of Perris Chamber of Commerce (951) 657-3555

MAYBALLOON & WINE FESTIVAL
Festivities include the ascension of an assortment of 60 hot air balloons, champagne balloon flights at dawn, a fine wine exhibit, country fair, jazz entertainment and children’s activities. This event is to take place on the weekend of which the last Saturday in April falls. Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce. (951) 676-4713

CHERRY FESTIVAL
Cherry Valley Chamber of Commerce (951) 845-8466

PERRIS VALLEY ART FESTIVAL
City of Perris Chamber of Commerce (951) 657-3555

JUNELAKE ELSINORE MINI-GRAND PRIX
Historic downtown Lake Elsinore (951) 245-8848

JULYFIREWORKS (July 4th Celebrations)
San Jacinto (951) 654-1505

AUGUSTCAT SHOW
For information contact Valley Wide (951) 654-1505

SEPTEMBEROLDLYMPICS
A great sporting event for seniors 55 or older! Competition includes bridge, horseshoe toss, swimming, track and field events, and much more! For more information please call (951) 487-9234

MORONGO POW WOW
Native American culture brings dancers of all ages, dressed in fine regalia, dancing to native drums and singing. Vendors selling everything from silver jewelry to arts and crafts and clothing to ethnic foods add to the celebration of our Native American peoples. Morongo Casino (951) 849-3080

OCTOBERBANNING STAGECOACH DAYS
Hollywood celebrities, rodeo, dancing, lots of food and carnival fun. For more information call the Banning Chamber of Commerce (951) 849-4695

Southern California Fair
Located at the Lake Perris Fairgrounds. Includes carnival attractions, local exhibits, livestock, food, commercial vendors, motorized events & headliner concerts. For more information call (951) 657-4221.

NOVEMBERFALL FESTIVAL
At the Valley Wide Regional Park, San Jacinto (951) 654-1505

DECEMBERCHRISTMAS PARADE
Downtown Hemet. For more information call (951) 765-3809

TRAIN RIDES WITH SANTA
Orange Empire Railway Museum, Perris. (951) 657-2605

TINSEL TRIATHLON
West Valley High School
Central County United Way (951) 929-9691

Our Hemet and San Jacinto Local Guides are free. Event organizers can contact Mission Grove Realty to have their events included in this directory without cost. Thank you for using this valuable source for local information.

Redfin and other “Hybrid” real estate service provider’s “less is  more” business models can help sellers realize higher gains on the sale of their property.     

Some agencies, when seeing an offer presented by web based information companies like Redfin will cringe. Having an informational, rebate driven, company rather than a Realtor with personal involvement on the other side of a transaction does tend to create additional issues. Issues that must be addressed by a home seller and their real estate agent. Although both the seller and their real estate agent must be prepared for a little additional work, that work comes with huge paybacks.

An overlooked side to offers from “limited full service” startups like Redfin is the buyers motivation. With the Redfin “rebate at closing” enticement,  an uneducated or disillusioned buyer is usually motivated only by receiving a 2/3 rebate at closing. By Redfin’s own claims, a buyer could receive a rebate averaging $10,000.00.

Why is this great news for a home seller? All one has to do is search Google for comments from Redfin “Satisfied Clients”. The majority comment only on the rebate they received at close. Not their satisfaction with negotiations or the money they saved between the listed and sold price. Some are proud and quick to tout that there was no need to negotiate as they would receive a rebate at close. A rebate averaging $10,000.00.  “No need to negotiate!” “I got a rebate at closing”. Want top dollar for your home? Your Realtor should be soliciting Redfin for business. Welcoming them into your community….and encouraging them to send buyers to your door.

It is easy to see the upside for sellers when you have an experienced, local Realtor on your side and a rebate driven buyer on the other! One that could mean much more for your home when you, and your agent, are willing to put forth a little extra effort.

Does your listing agent understand the various business philosophies out there when it comes to the changing world of real estate? You had better hope they do. Without this understanding, they may not be able to capitalize on the buyers true motivation and leave money on the table…worse yet, they may encourage you to walk away from a great offer. An offer from someone who says…who cares about price…Im getting a rebate!

There are many “flat fee” real estate start ups  revolving around “partial service” and “do it yourself” listing platforms….There are also thousands of homes available in almost any market area. Could choosing Redfin, or one of many others desperate for your business be the right choice when considering the sale of your home?How could your choice effect you?

Most “limited full service” listing companies, and their “clients”,  find that other agents avoid their listings. Having no single agent to turn to for required documentation, additional information and a lack of “personal” service creates tension and, in many cases, additional work for the selling agent. Work that is typically handled by a listing agent.  Worse yet, some “limited service” and “flat fee services” provide some of the necessary forms and  advice yet, leave their completion to the homeowner. This could create additional liability for both the home seller and the agent who represents a potential buyer. This, in itself, requires thorough consideration by all parties involved. Burdening a potential buyer and agent with additional, and unnecessary liability is something that any responsible broker will surely not allow.

Another basic reason that this type of listing may be avoided is that there are many other homes available. After narrowing potential properties to meet a clients specific needs,. agents may find that they still have far too many to remaining.  How might a professional Realtor narrow their search ?

• Familiarity - Does the Realtor recognize the listing agent or agency? Does the agent play well with others? Are they responsive knowledgeable, have a reputation for closing on time?
• Accessibility - Is the property easy to show? Does it have a lockbox typical to the area or will it require multiple calls, appointment setting and additional effort to schedule a simple showing.
• Commission - What will an agent be paid to sell the home?  An offer of 1 -2% is certain to influence a decision when there is an exact model match offering 3.5% or more. Listing a property and offering compensation is a job offer. Will you be attracting applicants?
• Time on Market - The time on market can be an indicator of many things. Some will be quite obvious and others only evident to an experienced agent. Local agents may know of neighborhood issues, past or current issues with a particular builder, prior physical issues with the property itself a local agent can address these issues. Can you?

Selling your home involves much more than analyzing the cost of listing. You will be offering compensation to a selling agent if you plan on listing on the MLS. want additional ”add on” services offered by “DIY” listing providers and the cost will usually go up. Add a full marketing package and???? You may ultimately spend more than you think and end up with no one at your door. Carefully consider all of your options and weigh all of the costs before making any choice. A choice that could cost you much more than you ever imagined.

Featured Blog is a social network of real estate agents, Realtors and mortgage brokers providing valuable information about the industry, themselves and the communities they serve. Mission Grove Realty is a proud member of the FeaturedBlog network and Realtor.com

Considering a new home in Southern California?

New Homes in Southern California can be an exceptional value compared to resale homes. New houses  range in price from the mid $200,000’s to well over $1,000,000.00. How do you find the right new home for you? There are many new housing developments in the area and finding the right one just got a whole lot easier!

Call (951) 927-8940 and Have a Mission Grove Realty New Home Specialist be your local guide.

With our exclusive “New Home Tour” services, experienced agents with extensive local
knowledge and no affiliation with local builders can be your unbiased guide to new homes in Southern California from all the major builders and developers. This exclusive service, provided by Mission Grove Realty, could save you thousands on the new home of your dreams.

At NO COST TO YOU, an experienced and licensed guide will:

·        Determine and address your specific needs in a new home.

        (Finding homes and creating a personalized tour that meets your needs)
·        Tour new home developments and model homes that meet your specific needs.

        (Saving you time, money and gas! By touring homes with an experienced guide)
·        Provide unbiased opinions and insight about each home.

        (Considerations and…What the builder may not tell you)
·        Provide invaluable information about community schools and services.

        (Schools, shopping, restaurants, community - area insight that only a local guide can provide)
·        Provide valuable information about builder incentives.

        (Upgrades, builder financing and other cost saving incentives that you may not know about)
·        Provide brochures and maps of your personalized home tour.


Don’t wait until it’s too late!

Find out in advance about:

·        Model home closeouts. (Could save you even more)

·        Community tax rates.

·        Hidden taxes - fees.

·        H.O.A. dues and restrictions.

·        Local Schools. (Full School Reports)

·        Available upgrades. (What NOT to buy)

·        Builder incentives like FREE closing costs.

·        Subsidized builder financing programs.

·        What new home builders might not tell you.

·        Mission Grove Realty’s Exclusive rebate offers for new home buyers.


Want to learn more about this exclusive service designed to save you time, money and give you
peace of mind about a new home purchase? Call Mission Grove Realty today and we will be happy
to provide additional information or schedule an exclusive new home tour at your convenience.
Our services are without cost to you! And, there is no obligation to buy anything.

“You don’t have to go it alone when looking for a new home!“

Call us  today at:                    (951) 927-8940

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Native American Services Directory Courtesy of Mission Grove Realty (951) 927-8940

Local Contacts - Tribal Councils

Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians  (Soboba Web Site)
Santa Ysabel Band of Diegueno Indians (Santa Ysabel Web Site)
Pala Band of Mission Indians (Pala Web Site)
Morongo Band of Mission Indians (Visit Web Site)
Cabazon Band of Cahuilla Mission Indians (Visit Web Site)
Barona  Band of Mission Indians (Barona Web Site) 

More Tribal Councils -Reservations

Real Estate Services

Mission Grove Realty - Real Estate Services  - (visit Web Site)
(951) 927-8940
4140 E Florida Ave. Hemet, CA 92544 (Serves all of California)
Homes, Land and Investment property - Section 184 Specialists

General Tribal Funding - Home Loans (Section 184 Tribal Loans)
(760) 672-0775
1010 Linda Vista #104 San Marcos, CA 92078
Legal Services

California Indian Legal Services - (Visit Legal Web Site)
(800) 829-0284
405 14th Street, Suite 300 Oakland, CA 94612

Fausto’s Bail Bonds - (Visit Bail Bonds Web Site)
1-866-265-1773
Open 24 Hours

Indian Health Services

California Area Indian Health Services (Visit Health Services Site)
(916) 930-3927
650 Capitol MallSuite 7-100 Sacramento, CA 95814
Federal Resources

Bureau of Indian Affairs - (Indian Affairs Web Site)
202-208-3100
Department of the Interior 1849 C Street, N.W. Washington DC 20240
email: webteam@ios.doi.gov

State Indian Resources

University of California Riverside - (Visit UCR Web Site)
(951) 827-1974
Clifford Trafzer Interim Director, California Center for Native Nations
Professor of History clifford.trafzer@ucr.edu

Indian Insurance Services

Chris Skeeters - Farmers Insurance
(951) 927-8511
4140 E Florida Ave. Hemet, CA 92544 (All California Lines of Coverage)
Auto, Home, Life Insurance, Investments and Annuities for American Indians Lic. #0B49074

Automobiles - Car Buying Service for Native Americans

Donald William Rutledge
(951) 966-7339
Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC, Toyota, Nissan, Ford, Lexus, Mercedes Benz and used vehicles.
Delivery to the Reservation and exemplary service to the Native American Community.

Of Interest to Native Americans

• California’s Native News OCB Tracker
  
• Hanksville Listing of Native American Media
  
• Indian Country Today
   
• IndianNet
  
• Indianz.com
  
• Lisa Mitten’s Listing of Native American Media
  
• National Indian Telecommunications Institute
  
• Native America Calling
  
• Native American Law Digest
  
• Native Web News Digest
   
• Native Times
  
• News from Indian Country
  
• Pechanga.net
  
• Wotanging Ikche (Native American News)
  
  
  
  Mission Grove Realty
• (951) 927-8940
  4140 E Florida Ave.
  Hemet, CA 92544
   

Mission Grove Realty is proud to serve the real estate needs of our Native American Community.Please let us know if you would like your business or service listed here. We do not charge for listings. We choose listings based on the service level provided to the Native American Community. Contact Mission Grove Realty if you would like to be listed or, you feel a listing needs to be corrected, modified or deleted.

We all know that the past 5 years, the number of people attempting the practice of real estate has more than doubled. 

It is estimated that, by years end, nearly 50% of those practicing real estate will leave the business in pursuit of…something else. 

Although it is sad to see some of them go, this cloud does have a silver lining.  

If the real estate business as a whole were down 50% and

50% of agents leave the market

Just how much business if left for me….and YOU?

      The fact of the matter is that someone is busy. 
          Someone is working. 
        Someone’s business is booming. 
        Not everyone’s business, SOMEONE’S BUSINESS.

             That  someone might as well  be YOU!

Real estate math can work as easily for you as against you. Look at the figures here and really think about the math and how it relates to your business. 50 percent of the buyers…GONE. 50 percent of real estate practitioners….GONE.  Business does exist. You have to go out and get it. Get your share before someone else does.

So, you have made a listing appointment. A listing that you want to take.

Assuming that you already have a great listing presentation. You are confident and well prepared.  When do you review your presentation with the seller?

When attending listing presentations with other agents, I have found the transition from the personal side to the business side of a listing to be the most difficult and awkward for both the agent and the seller. An intial investment of your time, before your presentation, can have huge benefits for everyone involved. 

Why not shoot first and ask questions later?

 After a brief introduction and confirmation, I will ask the homeowner to turn on every light in the home before we tour it together. While the homeowner is turning on all of the lights, I prepare my camera and have a note pad and pen in hand. When they return, I let them know that I will be taking photos as we go. Rarely will they object and confirms ther committment to listing their home.

While touring the home and taking photographs, make notes and fill out a visual inspection form (AVI if utilized in your area) along the way. Keep the homeowner involved in the process and use the time to ask all of your questions about the property. If you need something moved for a photograph, your client can assist you then and there. Most are more than willing to make immediate changes to get the best photos.  

If a home needs major help before taking photos for your marketing materials, take them anyway. Review them with your seller and e-mail or hand deliver copies of the photos along with a list of items they have agreed to address.  Most sellers will be more motivated to follow your suggestions and make those corrections quicker when you have completed this step with them. The bottom line….ALWAYS take photos first and return for more after any work required is completed. 

When you keep the seller involved in the process , you will find that moving to the business side of the listing is more natural and easier for both parties.  You will both be better prepared, more relaxed, confident, and ready to complete the listing.