Local Resources
Take a look at some of the great things Harveston and Temecula, Murrieta have to offer. These resources are designed to help you move and get settled, and to acquaint you with the area after your move.
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Riverside County Office of Education - The Riverside County Office of Education¿s Web site provides a wide range of educational and administrative support services it provides to the 23 school districts and the more than 400,000 students living in Riverside County.
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School Information - free school profiles
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| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
Temecula Valley Unified School District -
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| Mortgage | |
| Acronym Index - The following are terms/acronyms often used by lenders, escrow officers and title companies in the course of a transaction | |
| Foreclosure Alternative Program - The Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives (HAFA) Program provides additional options to avoid costly foreclosures and offers incentives to borrowers, servicers and investors who utilize a short sale or deed-in-lieu (DIL) to avoid foreclosures. HAFA alternatives are available to all HAMP-eligible borrowers who: 1) do not qualify for a Trial Period Plan; 2) do not successfully complete a Trial Period Plan; 3) miss at least two consecutive payment during a HAMP modification; or, 4) request a sho | |
| HELP ( Homeownership Education Learning Program) - The HELP Program is a County sponsored non-profit homeowner and home buyer program that promotes consumer protection through education. Our free public class covers topics regarding loan modifications (what they are and what they are NOT), short sales, foreclosures, property taxes, income tax ramifications (due to a short sale or foreclosure), bankruptcy vs. insolvency and much more. | |
| HELP (FREE CLASS) - Temecula April 29, 2010. The HELP Program is a County sponsored non-profit homeowner and home buyer program that promotes consumer protection through education. Our free public class covers topics regarding loan modifications (what they are and what they are NOT), short sales, foreclosures, property taxes, income tax ramifications (due to a short sale or foreclosure), bankruptcy vs. insolvency and much more. | |
| HELP Certified Agents - Being a HELP Certified Specialist means being devoted to public education and fiduciary responsibility. Professionals aligned with our program are given the tools necessary to provide the public with accurate,current, and reliable information they can count on. HELP¿s goal is to be a resource for the public and highlight those professionals who are willing to set themselves apart. | |
| Loan Modification/Refinance - Learn About Making Home Affordable Refinancing Many homeowners pay their mortgages on time but are not able to refinance to take advantage of today¿s lower mortgage rates perhaps due to a decrease in the value of their home. Modification Many homeowners are struggling to make their monthly mortgage payments perhaps because their interest rate has increased or they have less income. | |
Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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| The Story of Mello Roos - By Chris Sorensen, Founder, USA Help, Inc. A CA Non-Profit Corporation | |
| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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| Relocation Links | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
| Tax Information | |
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| Home-buyer Tax Credit Chart - To help stimulate home sales, both the federal and state governments are offering tax credits for Californians purchasing their piece of the American dream. Federal law offers up to $8,000 for first-time homebuyers and $6,500 for long-time residents. California law offers up to $10,000 for first-time homebuyers or buyers of properties that have never been occupied. Here¿s a handy summary of the two tax credit laws: | |
| Homebuyer Tax Credit - The Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009 has extended the tax credit of up to $8,000 for qualified first-time home buyers and added up to $6500 for repeat/move-up homebuyers purchasing a principal residence. The tax credit now applies to sales occurring on or after January 1, 2009 and on or before April 30, 2010. However, in cases where a binding sales contract is signed by April 30, 2010, a home purchase completed by June 30, 2010 will qualify. | |
| Homebuyer Tax Credit Extension Approved By Senate 6/16/10 - Senate votes to extend tax credit to homebuyers caught in backlog .By DAVID LIGHTMAN McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON -- An estimated 180,000 consumers eligible for the government's homebuyer tax credit could lose that benefit because a huge backlog could make them miss the June 30 deadline to complete the transaction, but the Senate voted Wednesday to give consumers three more months to seal their deals. The House of Representatives still must go along before the extension becomes law, | |
| Homebuyer Tax Credit Update (Federal Law) - There were major changes on November 6, 2009 to the homebuyer tax credit after passage of the federal Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009. This new law extended the homebuyer tax credit to a broader range of home purchasers and added new documentation requirements to deter fraud and ensure taxpayers properly claim the credit. In particular, the first-time home buyer tax credit for $8,000 (or $4,000 if married and filing separately) maximum was extended to April 30, 2010. | |
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| New California home-buyer tax credit - AB 183 became law on March 25, 2010. It was signed by the governor as emergency legislation, thus, going into effect immediately. The law provides $200 million for home buyer tax credits, allocating $100 million for qualified first-time homebuyers of existing homes and $100 million for purchasers of new,or previously unoccupied, homes. To qualify for the tax credit, a homebuyer must purchase a qualified personal residence on or after May 1, 2010 andon or before Dec. 31, 2010, or purchase one o | |
| Riverside County Tax Assessor - The Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder website is designed to provide you with easy access to and information on the many services our office provides to the citizens of Riverside County. | |
| Selling your home - Seven Things you Should Know When Selling Your Home IRS Tax Tip 2009-54 People who sell their home may be able to exclude the gain from their income. Here are seven things every homeowner should know if they sold, or plan to sell their house. | |
| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
| Area Information | |
City of Temecula - Temecula is a place where natural beauty, historic traditions, and modern conveniences combine to offer entertainment for people of all ages.
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Harveston Lake Community - Harveston is a Master-Planned Community nestled in the city of Temecula, in Riverside County. A quiet lake community with a hometown feel ideally located just minutes from the I-15 Interstate and 215 Freeway. Planned to be approximately 1771 single family homes and condominiums, 300 apartments with commercial areas and public and private recreational amenities. The Harveston Lake House is a private recreational facility that serves the community.
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| Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events | |
Promenade Mall in Temecula -
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| Riverside County - Riverside County This web site is designed to make it easier for Riverside County residents, businesses, and visitors to access the many programs and services offered by the county government and non-profit agencies. | |
| Riverside County Human Resources - The County of Riverside Human Resources Department is dedicated to attracting, recruiting, and retaining talented individuals who will have a positive impact in our organization. Working for the County of Riverside provides you the opportunity to play an active role in your community. | |
Temecula Chamber Of Commerce - The Mission of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is to promote positive economic growth while protecting the environment for all businesses and by doing so, support the programs which preserve and improve the quality of life for the entire community.
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Temecula Valley Wineries - Temecula Wine County
Enjoy your visit to Wine Country Temecula even more by taking advantage of our carefully selected partners. Whether you're looking for a hotel, restaurant, limousine, winery shuttle or group tour operator, this is the place to find the best of the best.
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| Homeowners | |
Houselogic - Everything you need to protect, maintain and enhance the value of your home.
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