Author Archives: The Think RE*Link Team

New Listing: 403 Pamela Road

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This is your opportunity to purchase a luxury million dollar home for only $679,000! This custom home built by A & D Design Company is located in a highly desirable area of Duarte and is perfect for your pickiest clients. This property features a gourmet kitchen with 20 linear feet of granite counter space, a [...]

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New Listing: 103 Esperanza Ave.

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This home is in a great complex located in the wonderful city of Sierra Madre. This property features a lovely floor plan highlighted by a large living room with a beautiful fireplace. The kitchen has recently been remodeled (2004). It has tons of storage space and features lovely granite counter tops. This home has laminate [...]

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New Listing: 1870 Canyon Close Road

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This is a lovely home that was totally remodeled and is located in a highly desirable area of Pasadena. This home has a wonderful floor plan featuring a large living room with lots of natural light and lovely hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops, lots of cabinet space, and has [...]

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April Celebrations, Tours, and Fun!

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•• Egg Hunt and Pictures with the Easter Bunny Saturday, April 7th, Noon – 2:00 pm Clearman’s NorthWoods Inn 7247 Rosemead Blvd, San Gabriel Have some fun with an Egg decorating event and egg hunt in the north parking lot. Kids and tots up to 12 years old are welcome. Bring your cameras as there will be ample [...]

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Just Sold: 600 E. Live Oak

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Just Sold! Think RE*Link’s Ryan Asao just closed escrow on 600 E. Live Oak. To find out how you can sell your home for top dollar, call Ryan Asao at (626)253-4557.

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Just Sold: 5470 Sara Mar Lane

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Just Sold! 5470 Sara Mar Lane recently sold for $30,000 over  listing price. To find out how you can sell your home for top dollar, call Ryan Asao at (626)253-4557.

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Spring Into March

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Scavenge Bowl: Home Edition

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Think RE*Link is proud to c0-host the latest edition of The Scavenge Bowl. Here is some background on the event from the Scavenge Bowl website. The Scavenge Bowl: Home Edition is an all-out, no holds barred Royal Rumble of a Scavenger Hunt. Combining traditional scavenger hunt aspects (pictures, items, etc.) with unique elements (team challenges, [...]

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Family Fun for February

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Family Fun for February Whether you’re looking for love or just a night out with the family, we’ve got your covered for February with 14 great events in and around Los Angeles. Check ThinkRELink.com every month for more great ways to keep your calendar busy!

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Celebrations and Preparations for December

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Ryan Asao Becomes President of the Arcadia Association of Realtors

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On December 9th 2011, Think RE*Link founder Ryan Asao was installed as President of the Arcadia Association of Realtors. Dinner was themed “Bourban Street Bash”, taking vibes from the streets of New Orleans. The ball room of Noor at the Paseo in Pasadena provided an excellent ambience for guests to enjoy dinner, event speakers, and festive dancers. Ryan is excited [...]

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New Listing: 600 E. Live Oak St.

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This property is located on a corner lot in North San Gabriel. This is a great location to raise a family. You can feel safe taking the kids or family dog for a walk in this neighborhood. This two bedroom home has ample living space and all the rooms are bright and spacious. This home [...]

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Recap of 2011 NAR Expo in Anaheim

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This year the NAR Conference Meetings and Events were in our own backyard, beautiful Anaheim California, on November 10-13th. This was a great opportunity for local REALTORS to attend the NAR EXPO if they had not been able to do so in the past.  Over 20,000 people attended this year!  There were hundreds of exhibitors [...]

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3rd Annual Strikers Charity Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament

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3rd Annual Strikers Charity Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament For the third year in the row, the Strikers Charity Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament is being held to benefit the GU14 Strikers team their upcoming soccer season. We’ll have food, hourly raffles, and big prizes for the top 5 finishers. Come for the cause and stay for [...]

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November Fun: Great Family Events in Los Angeles

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November Family Events Now that Halloween has passed, the true colors of Fall are really starting to show. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we’ve got tons of great events around Los Angeles to enjoy. From food drives to cooking classes, festivals to ice skating rinks, our November list is sure to keep you busy! [...]

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New Listing: 5470 Sara Mar Lane

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This is a perfect family home. It is located in a city known for its safe community and great school district. Temple City is one of the best places in the San Gabriel Valley to raise a child. A home in this area for this price does not happen often. This house is located minutes [...]

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New Listing: 1069 N. Stimson

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  This home is located on a large lot with lots of possibilities. It has great curb appeal and a nice floor plan. The entry way and kitchen have easy to clean hardwood floors. The kitchen is bright and roomy with wood cabinets and a granite counter top. The rooms in this home are a [...]

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Spooky Tales, Frightful Trails…and Art

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October Family Events We’ve compiled a great list of fun family activities to do for Halloween. There are lots of fantastic events going on all over Los Angeles, many of which are free! Download the PDF below to see our list and be sure to tell us what you did for Halloween! Click here to download the [...]

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C.A.R. Business Meetings in San Jose

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One word that can sum up a week at the San Jose meetings for the California Association of REALTORS on September 20-24 is, “INFORMATION!” That’s why I love to be affiliated with great organizations such as the Arcadia Association of REALTORS, the California Association of REALTORS, and the National Association of REALTORS. These organizations keep [...]

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New Listing:1015 Arcadia Ave. #11

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  This home is located in a wonderfulcomplex located in Arcadia which hasbeen rated for the 2nd year in a row as”e Best Place to Raise Your Kids” byBusiness Week Magazine. is propertyhas a lovely oor plan featuring a largeliving room with lots of natural light. ekitchen has ample storage space and anice breakfast nook [...]

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Join an Arcadia Association of REALTORS Committee for 2012

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It’s that time of year again to “Join an Arcadia Association of REALTORS Committee for 2012!” As your 2011 President Elect for our great Association of REALTORS , I look back and reflect on how I got to where I am today… it really is all because of joining the Tech Committee back in 2003. [...]

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Former USMNT Defender Jimmy Conrad Teams up With Think RE*Link

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On July 23rd, Ryan Asao put on a free summer soccer clinic for kids of all ages. Best of all, his old friend Jimmy Conrad was there to give all the players insight and encouragement. It was a great way to prepare for the upcoming soccer seasons and enjoy some tasty food. We were able [...]

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Join the Realtor Party

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Check our Ryan in this new video from the California Association of Realtors promoting the Realtor Action Fund. If you’re a Realtor and looking to become more proactive in the industry, the Realtor Action Fund is a great way to start. Get in touch with Ryan to find out more information.

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New Listing: 1126 W Duarte Rd.

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This pristine townhome is perfect for buyers who are looking for a dream home in the prestigous Temple City School District. This single level home has an elevator and endless amounts of storage space and an abundance of natural light. This townhome is turnkey, has granite counter tops in the kitchen and bathrooms, and beautiful [...]

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New Listing: 886 Fallen Leaf Rd.

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This grand estate is nestled just minutes away from the beautiful San Gabriel Mountains & the world renowned Los Angeles Arboretum & Botanic Garden. It consists of a pool and spa, a patio perfect for entertaining, koi pond with a waterfall, & a tennis court with lights for evening matches. This spacious home is complete [...]

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New Listing: 5143 Barela Ave

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This adorable home is located in the prestigious Temple City School District. This home has an excellent floor plan featuring a large living room with lots of natural light. The kitchen has been updated with custom tile and has ample storage space. This house features hardwood floors, central A/C & furnace (only a few years [...]

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Introducing the Friends and Family Program

As a way of saying thanks, Think RE*Link is kicking off 2011 by giving back to the communities we care about most. That’s why we’re introducing the Friends and Family Program. Buy or sell with Think RE*Link and we’ll donate 10% of our commission to the organization of your choice when you close. It’s that [...]

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Moe Veissi with Ryan Asao

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Think RE*Link’s Ryan Asao talks to N.A.R. President Elect Moe Veissi about the current state of real estate.

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New Listing: 1295 E Elizabeth St.

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  This is a lovely Spanish home that was totally remodeled and is located in the highly desirable “Historic Highlands District” of Pasadena. This home has a wonderful floor plan featuring a large living room with lots of natural light and an amazing Batchelder fireplace. The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops, lots of [...]

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New Listing: 15790 Newton St.

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Beautiful single story townhome located in the Hacienda Creek Gated Community in the wonderful city of Hacienda Heights. This home has a lovely floor plan featuring a large living room, very spacious room sizes, and is in move in condition! The kitchen has been updated with lots of storage space and there is a lovely [...]

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Million Dollar Pledge

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The YPN Million Dollar Pledge is an initiative to help fund the REALTOR® Action Fund by pledging a donation of $10,000 over REALTOR’s® time in the real estate undustry . The REALTOR® Action Fund is an important organization that helps to fund initiatives benefiting REALTORS® at the local, state, and national level. Donations are needed to maintain the [...]

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Easter Giveaway

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  It’s April which means time for another Think RE*Link giveaway! This month we’re celebrating Easter and we’ve got an awesome challenge with great prizes. Last month we celebrated our friend and professional soccer player Jimmy Conrad’s return to Los Angeles. It was Jimmy’s first time playing his old team Sporting Kansas City in a [...]

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New Listing: 2662 Pocatello Ave

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This absolutely charming home is located in the wonderful city of Rowland Heights. This house is perfect for a large family looking for a great schools: Rowland Unified School District! This home features a lovely floor plan, tropical landscaping, and is great for entertaining guests. There is a large living room with lots of natural [...]

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MLS Giveaway II: Win 2 Free Tickets to Chivas v Wizards

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Come celebrate with Think RE*Link as we welcome hometown hero Jimmy Conrad back to California!  The Temple City High School graduate is back in town with his new team Chivas USA, to play against his old team the Kansas City Wizards.  To commemorate this occasion we are giving away two tickets to the Chivas v Wizards game [...]

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KW Family Reunion 2011: Welcome to Anaheim!

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Welcome to Anaheim! I hope we get a chance to connect at Keller Williams Family Reunion this year. Some KWFR tips to remember: – Bring lots of business cards to everything that you attend and if you run out of cards photo copy a sheet of them and cut them out at your hotel’s business [...]

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Where to Find Free Family Fun in Los Angeles

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The City of Angels is awash with the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, but not everyone has the budget of a Movie Star to enjoy it with.  There are still plenty of great things you can do in and around the city that won’t cost you a cent. You would be remiss if you visited [...]

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New Listings: 10936 & 10938 Freer ST

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10936 Freer St, Temple City CA, 91780 This is a lovely new home that was totally remodeled in 2005 located in the desirable area of Temple City. This home has a wonderful floor plan featuring a large living room with lots of natural light. The kitchen has been updated with granite counter tops, lots of [...]

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New Listing: 9148 Arcadia Ave.

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Features: • 2 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • Built in 1925 • 1,196 Sq.Ft. Living Area (per Assessor) • Temple City Schools • Stylish Updated Interior/Exterior This is an adorable home located in the prestigious Temple City School District. This home has a wonderful floor plan featuring a large living room with lots of natural [...]

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February Giveaway: Valentines Day

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Back in July, we gave away 2 tickets to an MLS game to see hometown hero Jimmy Conrad. Our winners were Think RE*Link friends Dave Tubbs and his son Bret. We all had a great time together and got to watch the Wizards take a 2-0 win over the Galaxy. Jimmy Conrad even signed autographs [...]

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6 Insurance-Related Issues to Consider When Buying a House

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What do you look for first when searching for a home? Location, architecture, space? Few people consider the cost of home insurance premiums, which can vary widely. Smart homebuyers will also look at a home from an insurance agent’s point of view. If a house has a swimming pool without a privacy or security fence [...]

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December Family Giveaway: 4 Tickets to the Movies and a $50 Gift Card to AMC!

Another month…another Think RE*Link giveaway! For December, we’re giving away 4 movie tickets and a $50 gift card to AMC. On top of your plethora of movie treats we’re throwing in a Think RE*Link souvenir. Now everyone say “OOOOOOOOOO” OOOOOOOOOO “AHHHHHHHHHH” AHHHHHHHHHH Much better! A perfect prize for the holidays with so many great family flicks [...]

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New Listing: 1015 Arcadia Ave. #19

This is an immaculate home in a wonderful complex located in the desirable area of Arcadia. Rated for the 2nd year in a row as “The Best Place to Raise Your Kids” by Business Week Magazine. This home has a lovely floor plan featuring a large living room with lots of natural light. The kitchen [...]

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How to Make Your Home Safer This Holiday Season

Christmas: the season for burglaries and home invasions.  Though the threat of robbery exists all year round, there’s a very real increase of theft between Thanksgiving and New Years.  Now is the time to keep the season bright by conducting a home safety walk-through. Outdoors: Burglars love places to hide.  Do you have any tall [...]

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7 Great Local Things to Do This Halloween Weekend

We just wanted to wish you and your family a Happy Halloween Weekend! Below are some fun things to do if you haven’t made any plans yet. Remember to be safe tonight, watch out for little ghouls and ghosts, and have a great weekend :] •• Old Town Haunted Weekend and Extended Weekends in October [...]

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New Listing: 272 E. Glenarm St.

This spectacular townhouse is priced to sell & located in one of the best areas of Pasadena! This stylish town home features an amazing kitchen with tons of mahogany cabinetry, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, & recessed lighting. There is a lovely formal dining area & living room that is enhanced by the spectacular [...]

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Heat Your Home for Less: Ten Ways to Cut Your Heating Bills

A wise man said that raising the temperature is always expensive. He was referring to relationships and how heated arguments caused lasting animosity; emotionally, this was expensive. He could well have been referring to home heating. In winter, raising the temperature of a home by just one degree can substantially increase the heating bill. Looked [...]

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New Listing: 1922 N Marengo Ave

This is a wonderful home in a nice area of Northwest Pasadena. Recently remodeled with new interior paint, new windows, new electrical panel, new laminate wood floors, and much more. This home has a lovely floor plan and has lots of natural light. There has been an additional bedroom and bathroom that is not included [...]

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New Listing: 630 N Sunnyslope Dr

This is a great home located in one of the best locations in Pasadena (near Gwinn Park and all the stores/restaurants). This home has been totally remodeled with new interior/exterior paint, new carpets throughout, new fixtures, and many other little changes to get this home move in condition. The kitchen is very open and has [...]

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Tips From Ticor: 8 Great Pointers to Help You Choose Your Next Title Company

1) Ticor Title Insurance premiums are paid at the close of sale. There are no subsequent payments requested after. 2) Prior to the sale of a property, Ticor Title does a detailed search of the property through county records to eliminate any problems which may arise pursuant to issuing a policy. Make sure you have [...]

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FREE AYSO Soccer Clinic This Saturday 8/21

FREE AYSO Soccer Clinic This Saturday 8/21-Hosted by Ryan Asao and Friends Location Arcadia County Park 405 South Santa Anita Avenue Arcadia, CA 91006 Park in the west lot (across the street from city hall on Huntington) Look for our canopy with red balloons Time 10am to 12pm-Soccer Clinic 12pm to 1pm-Lunch What to Expect Experience [...]

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New Listing: 1412 S. Delta St

This is a great home located in one of the best locations in San Gabriel (near Valley and walking distance to all the stores & restaurants). This home has been totally remodeled with new interior and exterior paint, new carpets throughout, and a new outdoor patio. The kitchen has been recently updated with lovely granite [...]

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New Listing: 925 Junipero Dr

$206 This condo is in pristine condition & was remodeled in 2010! This home is located in one of the best areas in the wonderful city of Duarte. Featuring designer colors, a totally remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops, and a very spacious living room. This property also has a lovely dining area & is [...]

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Think RE*Link MLS Giveaway

Come celebrate with Think RE*Link as we welcome hometown hero Jimmy Conrad back to California!  The Temple City High School graduate will be back in town with the Kansas City Wizards to play against his fellow alumni Bryan Jordan and international superstar Landon Donovan.  To commemorate this occasion we are giving away two tickets to the [...]

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Credit: Know the Score

A good credit history is more important than ever.  Solid credit keeps down the cost of consumer financing, and it can be the deciding factor in whether an auto or home loan application is approved. In today’s fast-paced, high-tech age, your credit history will be reviewed more often by artificial intelligence than human intelligence. This [...]

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Alternative Energy Option: Save Money with Solar Panels

If you went solar already, you are a die hard.  Kudos to you.  Congratulations on watching your electric meter spin backwards.  If you haven’t gone solar, you haven’t seen the light (excuse the pun). Well, the light got brighter in Southern California recently with the introduction of a new way to save money on your [...]

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New Listing: 549 S Citron St

This spectacular home is located in the historic Colony Area of Anaheim. This house has a wonderful floor plan featuring a “wainscot” inspired living room (16×20) & formal dining area (12×17). The kitchen has been updated w/lots of storage space and has an adorable breakfast nook area with a built in hutch. There are lovely [...]

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New Listing: 801 N Hidalgo Ave

This spectacular home is located in the popular Bean Tract area of North Alhambra (adjacent to San Marino). This home has a lovely floor plan featuring a large living room (21’4 x 15’3) with lots of natural light. The kitchen has been updated w/lots of storage space and has an adorable breakfast nook area. There [...]

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Why I Got Involved With The EDGE

“The EDGE” is a group of young real estate professionals in AREAA (Asian Real Estate Association of America).  Their website explains a little more about their organization and what The EDGE means to individuals involved. Our mission is to inspire, empower, educate and connect the young AREAA real estate professional community by combining leading industry [...]

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New Listing: 6560 Temple City Blvd.

This is an immaculate home in the wonderful city of Arcadia. Rated for the 2nd year in a row as “The Best Place to Raise Your Kids” by Business Week Magazine, it is exactly that, the best place to raise your kids. This home has a lovely floor plan featuring a large living room with [...]

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First Time Home Buyer? Tax Credit Ends April 30th

In 2008 the home buyers’ tax credit was established to help a slumping real estate market.  When it was slated to end November 30th, 2009, Congress extended the credit until April 30th.  As the market has begun to rise again (such as it did in November),  buyers from all over the country are cashing in [...]

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I’ll Sell Your Home in 39 Days or I’ll Sell It For FREE… GUARANTEED!*

Would you like to get your home sold quickly and for top dollar?

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10 for ’10: New Real Estate Laws for the New Year

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Social Networking: Connect With Think RE*Link

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Real Estate Confidential With Ryan Asao (Part 1)

Follow Think RE*Link CEO Ryan Asao as he tries to help out his friend Ki in his quest to find the perfect house. Will trying to bargain for a short sale leave Ki with the perfect deal or left bitter with disappointment? Find out during this exciting episode of Real Estate Confidential!

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Real Estate Confidential With Ryan Asao (Part 2)

Part 2 of Ryan’s episode of Real Estate Confidential!

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Think RE*Link 2009 Scholarship Winners Announced

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Ryan Asao: 643 Villa Monte Ave, Monterey Park, CA

Nestled in the best area of Monterey Park, this property has everything that you are looking for in your dream home. Breathtaking views await you

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Happy Holidays from Think RE*Link

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