by Jeff Pittman | Oct 27, 2016 | Events
Events In Orange County November 2016 November brings with it the end of Halloween shenanigans, the beginnings of holiday shopping, turkey trots, food festivals and more. Check out the list of events in Orange County this November 2016 and don’t miss all the holiday hoopla happening around town. Did you know there’s a Whisky Fest and Beard & Mustache Competition going on this month? HAUNTED WALKING TOURS AT FULLERTON MUSEUM Now – November 10th Wednesdays & Thursdays at 6PM; Mon-Fri Oct. 17th-28th cityoffullerton.com Take a two and a half hour walking tour of ghostly sites around the Fullerton Museum to get in the ghoulish mood this Halloween season. Locations to be visited can vary and may include the landmark Plummer Auditorium, where the spirits of Louis E. Plummer and one known only as the angry woman are said to watch the shows presented there. For any ghost hunters, there will also be a meet and greet with members of the North OC Paranormal Society in the museum classroom an hour before each tour where you can learn more about advances in paranormal research and how researchers debunk or confirm paranormal activity. MOTEL 6 FEET UNDER Now – Saturday, November 5th Wednesdays through Sundays motel6feetunder.org The award-winning haunted attraction “MOTEL 6 Feet Under” returns for a second year, kicking off with a catered opening on Friday, October 7. The popular maze returns with so many confusing twists and turns, baffling illusions, and animatronics, live and undead characters that there are too many surprises to see in just one pass through. Admission is $15 or $25 for the fast pass. TASTE...
by Jeff Pittman | Oct 18, 2016 | Homeowners
Declutter Your Chaotic Closet In 5 Easy Steps For some people, the thought of decluttering is enough to make them break out in hives. For others, decluttering may seem like fun and a huge relief for their inner neat freak. No matter what side of the spectrum you’re on, it is totally possible to declutter your closet with ease – and without stressing. As long as you focus on these five easy steps, you’ll be able to enjoy a clean and clear closet in no time (AKA just in time to fill it up with Christmas sweaters and decorations). MAP OUT A PLAN. Take a look at your closet and be realistic about what you want and need. Know that you want a decluttered closet. With this knowledge, it’s important to be resilient and honest with yourself regarding what you need to do. If you have too many clothes in the closet, it’s important to purge and get rid of clothes. Make a plan regarding how long it will take you to declutter. Whether it takes you a day or it takes you an entire week, make a plan and stick to it. Understand that those clothes you’ve been hoping you’ll be able to get back into might need to get donated. CREATE PILES. Create a few different piles. A few of the piles should be strictly for clothing items in the various seasons. You don’t have to get fancy with your closet design ideas as there are several simple ways to help the closet stay decluttered. Start by making sure that only one or two seasons are hanging...
by Jeff Pittman | Oct 5, 2016 | Weekly Quote
“Focus on being productive instead of busy.” ~ Tim Ferris
by Jeff Pittman | Sep 27, 2016 | Events
Events In Orange County October 2016 From Halloween parties, events and festivals to Oktoberfest, food fests and more, this October 2016 has TONS of events in Orange County for you to enjoy. Check out the list of haunted houses, special Halloween events, and more community fun going on all around OC this month. Time to make some room on your calendar for fun this month. MICKEY’S HALLOWEEN PARTY Now – Monday, October 31st Select nights; 6PM-12AM disneyland.disney.go.com Disneyland will be hosting Mickey’s Halloween Parties for a whole new haunting twist on the happiest place on earth. Your ticket to the party includes 5 hours of themed fun from trick-or-treating around the park to villainous character meetings, a special fireworks show, special Halloween themed attractions and the all-new Headless Horseman ride. Costumes are welcome and encouraged for kids and adults alike! THE 17TH DOOR HAUNTED HOUSE Now – Sunday, October 23rd 7PM-12AM (times vary depending on the day) the17thdoor.com This haunted house takes the experience to a whole new level. Your endurance will be tested as you progress throughout twenty-one unsettling rooms for 34 minutes of psychological terror. There’s even a safe word (Mercy!) if you need to be escorted out of the maze. But don’t worry, they go over all of that in the liability waiver you need to sign before going in the maze. Can you make it through the 17th Door? OLD WORLD OKTOBERFEST Now – Sunday, October 30th Wed. & Thurs. 6:30-10PM; Fri. & Sat. 6:30PM-1AM; Sun. 2-7:30PM oldworld.ws German bands, food trucks, beer and more fun is going on for nearly two months at the...
by Jeff Pittman | Sep 20, 2016 | Buyers
Essential Steps To Your Next Home Finding the property that will become your future home is a business deal, but it is also a very personal occurrence. Though the whole process can quickly become overwhelming, there is no need to make it too complex. Whether you plan on building your own home through a new construction agency in Orange County or buying a high rise apartment in LA, these five essential steps will help to streamline the process. THINK ABOUT YOUR NEEDS The home that you buy will hopefully be a major part of your life for years, so it is important to pick one that can meet your changing needs. Think about your career, family, and relationship goals to ensure that your property will work even if your lifestyle changes. Make sure that when you are buying a home you are thinking about the long term. PREPARE YOUR FINANCING Your budget and mortgage options will help you to narrow down possible homes among all the real estate listings. Make sure that you have a good credit rating, and start talking to a lender or bank about loan terms. Once you know how you will pay for a house and how much money you can spend, it’s finally time to start house hunting. GET HELP FROM PROFESSIONALS Don’t make the mistake of trying to do everything yourself. Instead, try seeking help from engineers and inspectors such as those at Jeffrey Hills and Associates. Workers like this will have a lot of insight and insider information about how to build the home of your dreams. Inspectors can always help you...
