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approx, 12:45 p.m. eastern, a 2 car collison. West Broad and Plymouth here in the business district t of the city. No injuries reported as I know of. The city in the last 24 hours had many accidents due to careless driving.

photo by carolynn.will This is a guest post by Greg Wilson. Greg rehabs about 40 houses a year and does this full time. As Greg would say, “I am the real deal”. If you have questions about rehabbing or “flipping”, he is a good resource. If you have questions about anything real estate related, he is [...]

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Nell' ultimo intervento a lui dedicato, "Una vita da Flipper", dopo avervi raccontato un pò della sua vita, impegnata tra profonde dormite, carezze, giochi, e persino ore da assistente al mio Space, ho scoperto una sua nuova passione.Chi l'avrebbe mai detto...Flipper è un grande lettore.La notte, prima di addormentarsi, dedica quella mezzoretta ai libri, anche se il più delle volte ha

Dopo avervelo presentato il mese scorso, ho pensato di farvi sapere come sta procedendo la crescita di Flipper, dato che in molti mi avete chiesto come sta.Bhè, vi dico prima di tutto che MAI nome fu più azzeccato. Flipper di nome e di fatto.E' un pazzo, corre sempre, la vita per lui è solo gioco e coccole. Persino quando dorme continua a giocare altrimenti non scatterebbe nel sonno abbaiando c

Clean Jojo is happy to announce the winner of the Flipper in the Bear design (retail value $6.99) and a Razor One in Flamboyant Pink (retail value $3.99)! The winner is CUDDLE COTTAGE! Congrats!

This is a good value holiday resort. It has various swimming pools and a private beach. There is a kids club, various water sports and an animation show every evening. There is also a supermarket on the premises. This is a holiday complex, there are various low rise white buildings. The rooms are spacious decorated in [...]

Come tutti o quasi tutti sapete, pochi giorni fa in casa mia abbiamo avuto una perdita molto pesante: quella del mio gatto.La sua assenza in casa era palpabile e insopportabile.C' era un solo modo per rimediare.L'arrivo di un nuovo piccolo cucciolo.Ebbene, perchè non presentarvelo?Direttamente da Bologna. Dal peso di appena 700g. 2 mesi e 11 giorni.Così si è presentato ai nostri occhi e alle no

"The Washington Post finds two fresh victims of the RE bust, condo owners whose mean, nasty condo boards won't let them rent out their units"

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"Future Pinball" ist eine tolle und ausgereifte Kombination aus Flipper-Spiel und Editor. Die Standard-Installation von "Future Pinball" enthält jedoch noch keine vorgefertigten Flipper. Diese können Sie nämlich selbst anlegen und so einen Flipper-Automat ganz nach Ihren Wünschen anfertigen. Diese so erstellten Kreationen werden anschließend in spielbare 3D-Modelle umgewandelt. Wer sich die Mühen der Erstellung ersparen möchte, kann auf der Hersteller-Webseite mehrere toll designte Flipper-Modelle mit nur wenigen Klicks herunterladen. Fazit: Dank der natürlichen Kugelbewegungen, der tollen Grafik und der genialen Editor-Umsetzung ist "Future Pinball" absolut empfehlenswert. Download: Betriebssysteme: Windows 2000 | XP | Vista Version: 1.8 Sprache: englisch Größe: 19.2 MB

Who's to Blame When the House Flip FlopsClearwater Florida - As we look at all the foreclosures that exist today, especially locally here in Florida, many are the result of unsuccessful home investors and would be flipper's whose business plan flopped - it's easy to see how many got caught with their pants down!   So when I read Matt Heaton's article today, Should Realtors be blamed for the sub-prime crisis? (A rebuttal)  it got me thinking about a situation that happened to us in late 2006 - I'd like to share it with you and have you give me your opinion..Would you have done the same thing - or not? Give me your opinion.If One House is Good - Two Houses Must be Great - Right?Last year we had an 

Who's to Blame When the House Flip FlopsClearwater Florida - As we look at all the foreclosures that exist today, especially locally here in Florida, many are the result of unsuccessful home investors and would be flipper's whose business plan flopped - it's easy to see how many got caught with their pants down!   So when I read Matt Heaton's

We've made the point a few times, but here it goes again: Yes, homebuilders may be hitting the panic button and are trying (hoping) to unload as much of their inventory as possible by slashing prices and adding incentives for buyers right now, but there remains an intrepid few who are looking to turn a quick profit by flipping OC real estate.This week's flip in the making takes us to Dana Point. Here are the details:34038 Selva Road #116, Dana Point, Calif., 92629Size: 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,000 sq ft (built in 1982)MLS: S491891 (97 days on Redfin)Asking price: $629,000Asking price/ sq ft: $629Purchase price: $555,000Purchase date: 1/12/20072006 property taxes paid: $1,251HOA dues: $370Type: CondominiumStyle: Cape CodFrom listing: What a Beautiful Remodel on OCEAN SIDE of PCH across from Salt Creek Beach, close to the Ritz Carlton and St. Regis! Kitchen has new appliances, new counter tops, garden window. Italian tile floors in kitchen, LR, D/R, and both patios. All new doors to patios.

Yes, there are still an intrepid few out there looking to turn a quick profit by flipping real estate in Orange County.By the way, this entry comes on the heels of the news that the nation's largest lender, Countrywide, could be about to lay off a few thousand workers. Is wheeling and dealing with real estate for a profit is still a good idea? Judge for yourselves...34 Cellini, Aliso Viejo, Calif., 92656Size: 3 beds, 2.5 baths, 1,640 sq ft (built in 1989)MLS: S501897 (17 days on Redfin)Asking price: $599,900 (below $600k!)Asking price/sq ft: $366Purchase price: $523,000Purchase date: 6/28/2007Other sales history: 05/01/2002: $323,00005/30/1991: $218,500ZipRealty price tracker: Price Reduced: 08/25/07 -- $614,900 to $599,900 Type: CondominiumStyle: MediterraneanStories: Two LevelsLot size: 3,562 sq. ft.From listing: Totally remodeled beauty--end unit--huge yard--ultra private location at end of cds. One of aliso's best! All new designer interior includes slab granite counters, ss appl

Investment Banks Set to Cut 10% to 15% of Staff: FTby CNBC - 8/31/07 snip:Investment banks are set to cut 10% to 15% of their staff across the board as turmoil in the markets takes its toll on revenues, the Financial Times reports. The bulk of cuts are expected in structured credit and leveraged finance. This comes after CNBC's Charlie Gasparino reported on "Power Lunch" Wednesday that cuts could come at Bear Stearns, Lehman Brothers, and Goldman Sachs after the U.S. Labor Day holiday.Yen Little Changed Versus the Dollar After Bush Rejects Bailoutby Bloomberg - 8/31/07 snip:The yen was little changed versus the dollar after President George W. Bush pledged to help subprime borrowers while rejecting a bailout for "speculators." Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke said the central bank will "act as needed" to limit damage to consumer spending and the economy that may arise from a deepening housing recession. "The market got all excited that Bush will save the world, but the reality

==========Caught SpeedingWoman: "Is there a problem officer?"Officer: "Ma'am you were speeding."Woman: "Oh, I see."Officer: "Can I see your license please?"Woman: "I'd give it to you, but I don't have one."Officer: "Don't have one?"Woman: "Lost it 4 times for drinking."Officer: "I see, can I have your vehicle registration papers please?"Woman: "I can't do that."Officer: "why not?"Woman: "I Stole this car and hacked up the owner."Officer: "You what?"Woman: "His body parts are in plastic bags in the trunk if you want to see."The officer looks at the woman, slowly backs away from his car,and calls for back-up. within 5 minutes five police cars circle the car. A senior officer slowly approaches the car, clasping his half-drawn gun.Senior Officer: "Ma'am could you step out of your vehicle please!"woman: "Is there a problem officer?"Senior Officer: "one of my men told me that you have stolen this car and murdered the owner.Woman: "Murdered the owner!"Senior Officer: "yes, could you ple

So you want to be a flipper? Yep, that is what you may be called if you flip real estate properties. But the real question is, how do you become a successful flipper? Now, I don’t want to discourage you and I don’t want you to give up, I’ve flipped houses successfully and I am currently [...]

The Flipper Bed by Pietro Arosio seeks to provide some subtle respite from the run of the mill modern bed. The designer has able to achieve a diagonal look by placing two headboards on the sides. BED Contemporary, Interesting Beds, modern beds

==========US NavyThis is a transcript of an ACTUAL radio communication between a U.S. NAVY ship and Canadian authorities off the cost of Newfoundland, October 1995. Radio log released by the Chief of Naval Operations 10/10/95:CANADIANS: Please divert your course 15 degrees South to avoid collision.AMERICANS: Recommend you divert your course 15 degrees North to avoid a collision.CANADIANS: Negative. You will have to divert your course 15 degrees to the South to avoid a collision.AMERICANS: This is the captain of a U.S. Navy ship. I say again, divert.CANADIANS: No, I say again, you divert YOUR course.AMERICANS: THIS IS THE AIRCRAFT CARRIER USS LINCOLN, THE SECOND LARGEST SHIP IN THE UNITED STATES' ATLANTIC FLEET. WE ARE ACCOMPANIED BY THREE DESTROYERS, THREE CRUISERS AND NUMEROUS SUPPORT VESSELS. I DEMAND THAT YOU CHANGE YOUR COURSE 15 DEGREES NORTH. I SAY AGAIN, THAT'S ONE FIVE DEGREES NORTH, OR COUNTER-MEASURESWILL BE UNDERTAKEN TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF THIS SHIP.CANADIANS: This is a

No it is not a dolphin for those of you who remember the old TV sitcom ‘Flipper’. A favorite way for some investors to start investing is to focus on flipping - buying and selling property quickly. If you buy the property correctly, it won’t matter if the market is up or down, how quickly you resell [...]

Address: 26 Perennial, Irvine, CA 92603 (Quail Hill) Plan: 1174 sq ft - 2/2 MLS: R65314 DOM: 138 Sale History: 7/6/2005: $532,000 6/26/2003: $312,500 Price Reduced: 06/20/06 — $648,000 to $599,000 Price Reduced: 07/26/06 — $599,000 to $579,000 Price Reduced: 08/21/06 — $579,000 to $575,000 Price Reduced: 09/01/06 — $575,000 to $570,000 Price Reduced: 09/18/06 — $570,000 to $565,000 Price Reduced: 09/22/06 — $565,000 to $559,000 Current Price: $550,000 This Plan 3 in the Jasmine tract built by Shea Homes in 2003 is in the village of Quail Hill. In the spirit of saving money and being an efficient builder, this tract was reincarnated in Turtle Ridge as Ashton Green. This condo was purchased on 7/6/2005 and then put back on the market less than a year later on 5/26/2006. The greed is clearly evident when you realize that this flipper expected a $116,000 profit! They quickly wised up and started reducing the price. I think they may have reduced the p

Asking Price: $739,000 Purchase Price: $605,000 Purchase Date: 1/10/2005 Address: 20 Entrada E, Irvine, CA 92620 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq. Ft.*: 1,561 Lot Sq. Ft.*: 4,275 Year Built: 1979 Stories: 1 Type: Single Family Residence Neighborhood: Northwood $/Sq. Ft.*: $473 MLS: S480099 Status: Active on market On Redfin: 18 days Craigslist, Redfin, Zillow Since there is no agreed upon definition of a flip, I will profile this one anyway. From Redfin “Lovely single level detached home at the end of cul-de-sac just steps from a park. Spacious and open floor plan with liv & fam upgraded with new pergo floors, new cabinets, new granite countertop, new sinks & faucets, new sliding doors & all new windows, new stove & microwave, new recess lights and new light fixtures. Quiet and green backyard with grass & lushes. 3-patio off of liv, kitchen and master BR. Superb amenties offered by HOA. No mello roos and low HO

Asking Price: $739,000 Purchase Price: $605,000 Purchase Date: 1/10/2005 Address: 20 Entrada E, Irvine, CA 92620 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq. Ft.*: 1,561 Lot Sq. Ft.*: 4,275 Year Built: 1979 Stories: 1 Type: Single Family Residence Neighborhood: Northwood $/Sq. Ft.*: $473 MLS: S480099 Status: Active on market On Redfin: 18 days Craigslist, Redfin, Zillow Since there is no agreed upon definition of a flip, I will profile this one anyway. From Redfin “Lovely single level detached home at the end of cul-de-sac just steps from a park. Spacious and open floor plan with liv & fam upgraded with new pergo floors, new cabinets, new granite countertop, new sinks & faucets, new sliding doors & all new windows, new stove & microwave, new recess lights and new light fixtures. Quiet and green backyard with grass & lushes. 3-patio off of liv, kitchen and master BR. Superb amenties offered by HOA. No mello roos and low HO

Asking Price: $2,299,500 Purchase Price: $2,050,000 Purchase Date: 5/23/2006 Address: 29 Mahogany Drive, Irvine, CA 92620 Beds: 7 Baths: 6.5 Sq. Ft.*: 4,200 Lot Sq. Ft.*: 12,000 Year Built: 1996 Stories: 2 Neighborhood: Northwood $/Sq. Ft.*: $548 MLS: S478955 Status: Active on market On Redfin: 6 days Craigslist, Redfin, Zillow Does anybody remember the TV show about the dolphin Flipper? In the world of sea mammals, whales are bigger than dolphins, and in the parlance of Las Vegas, Whales are the biggest of the high rollers. The flipper of this property is a whale. Who else would try to flip a $2,050,000 property? Assuming a 6% sales commission, if he gets his $2,299,500 asking price, he will make a profit of $111,530. Not bad for simply owing real estate for 10 months. Isn’t 15% “in the bag?” This guy isn’t greedy, he is only looking for 10% or about 1% a month. Unfortunately, the market seems to have moved the other d

As I’ve mentioned previously in this blog, rehabbing homes or “flipping” them has been quite the popular thing in Portland’s real estate market.Of course, that’s easier said than done. It has to make financial sense. Otherwise, who wants to labor so hard for pennies?A client of mine named Dustin is doing just this, flipping a fixer, and he was kind enough to share his story thru the question and answer session that follows. At this point, he has purchased a fixer in North Portland's Kenton neighborhood and is in the early rehab stages:Q: What made you want to flip a home?A: I felt it was a way in which I could make a decent living without having to answer to anyone else. I could work my own hours and make the creative decisions myself. I didn’t want to be at the customer’s whim any more.Q: What experience do you have that gave you the confidence you could pull this off?A: I had worked in construction in one form or another for about 15 years… the last six I had been pr

I just read an article in the Kitsap Sun about the Navy seeking to use dolphins and sea lions to patrol the 4 mile coastline around the naval base in Bangor. After I quit laughing, I realized this was serious. The marine mammals would work with a trainer in a boat and be sent out from the boat to patrol the water, returning if they find an intruder and giving special signals. I am not sure how I feel about this. Would a sea lion even come back from the ocean when called? Has anyone tried this with them? I have worked in marine mammal rescues, and sea lions are big, agile and dodgy. While dolphins have that human-friend reputation, sea lions don’t. They are curious, fast and have really sharp teeth. They don’t seem the most trustworthy of marine mammals. They might be the Bahamas immigration officer of the sea world. A little food or sex, and they look the other way. I am surprised that either of these mammals would return if released in the wild. Are we under

See the latest installment.OK, OK, it is three weeks old, I missed it when it first came out.

Flipper Nation: The Blame Game Latest episode following our favorite flippers

Oh happy days, flipping houses for $75 bucks. Now, flippers are lucky if they escape bankruptcy.

I regularly watch the Rydex fund flows in the leveraged Nasdaq funds (Venture and Velocity), for large one day fund shifts that occur from time to time. From what I have seen over time it appears that there is a very large speculator, probably a hedge fund that uses the Rydex leveraged Nasdaq funds to make some very big short-term bets on the market (tens of millions of dollars flipped long or

Just an update on Flipper's trading activities. He covered that gigantic short side bet in the Rydex leveraged Nasdaq fund yesterday. Rydex Venture fund showed an outflow of $76 Million at yesterday's close, after having an $80 Million inflow the day before. So, flipper for one day's work took home a payday of about $3 Million. Not bad for a day's work. I have been watching his trades for a while

Not to obsess too much on the Rydex market timingactivities of Flipper. But I am thinking that one could getoneself a bigtime trading edge for short-term trades here.Think about it, whoever this person is (money manger, hedgefund manager, etc) he/she obviously has developed some sortof proprietary trading system for predicting veryshort-term direction of the stock market (ie. over the next1-2

For what it's worth, Flipper went long the Rydex leveraged Nasdaq fund at the close yesterday to the tune of $80 Million. His last trade was a loss, but I can't recall ever seeing back to back losers from this guy. So, let's see if he breaks out of his slump this time.

Based on tonight's Rydex data it looks like Flipper has gone long Rydex Velocity (leveraged Nasdaq Bull Fund) for roughly $100 Million. His last 2 trades were losers, and since he averages about 70% winners (per a comment from a reader who has tracked Flipper's trades since January 2006) he is certainly overdue for a winner. So chalk up one more data point in favor of the bulls at least for

Looks like Flipper is back in the groove with a nice win onhis $100 Million leveraged long Nasdaq bet. Let's see if hecovers tonight or holds on for more...

Ooops forgot to include the Flipper update in today's market comments. Flipper did finally cover his $100 Million leveraged Nasdaq Bull Fund trade by yesterday's close. In fact, it looks like he not only covered but also reversed into the leveraged Nasdaq Bear fund for about $50 Million.

Just a quick heads-up on Flipper's status. On Friday morning I reported that Flipper had not only sold his long position but had also gone short. Upon further review of the Rydex fund flows data, I have found that I misread the information. Flipper did indeed sell his long position as of last last Thursday's close, but he did not initiate a new short position. So, Flipper is currently flat and

Well, I got a tiny chunk of Flipper's $50 Million today as his short trade was very ill timed, and my melt-up call proved to be the correct one. Which just goes to show that Sentiment based indicators are some the best market timing tools around. Maybe Flipper should consider adding them to his "black box". If you're out there Flipper, I am available for consulting, maybe I can help to improve

At the market close on 2/14/07: IT Market Barometer = +3 (scale of -10 to +10) IT Model Portfolio = Long QQQQ Wow! It was quite an exciting and eventful day in the market today. Gentle Ben was none too gentle to the dumb money bears that have been loading the boat with puts the last few days. Meanwhile Flipper got hammered for a -3.44% loss on his $50 Million leveraged short bet on the Nasdaq.

Flipper just made a gigantic bullish bet of $150 Million into the leveraged Nasdaq Bull fund. I guess he expects Friday's PPI to provide the fuel for a melt-up. I think he's on to something here...

Flipper is definitely in a slump as he booked yet another losing trade on his latest 1-day $150 Million foray into the leveraged Nasdaq Bull Fund (Rydex Velocity). RYVYX dropped .2% Friday and Flipper bailed out. One thing to note, is that when Flipper exits a position at a loss, I have noticed then tendency for the market to make an outsized move in the direction of his original trade the next

Checking out tonight's Rydex fund flows data I see that Flipper exited his $90 Million long side bet from yesterday at a loss today. I think that makes three losing trades in a row for Flipper, who has suddenly gone ice cold. But Flipper apparently is not deterred by his current slump as he turned right around and plowed $60 Million into the leveraged Nasdaq bear fund at the close. And judging

Just a quick heads-up... Tonight's Rydex fund flows data shows that Flipper cashed out of the leveraged Nasdaq bear fund today at the close for a gain of 1.0% on his $90 Million bearish bet. Well done Flippper!

Flipper bed is an interesting bed made by designer Pietro Arosio.As you can see it looks like a big sofa, but is still a bed.I can say that I like the desing, but is a little bit impractical. - Found on Design Milk