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Volume 7, Issue 11 November, 2008
In addition to our printed Gold River Community Newspaper we are
now extending an enewspaper to people that would like to receive it
through email. Weve had many requests for the newspaper outside our
mailing area.
Part of our initiative to reduce paper use, promote a greener
world, and share our content to an expanded audience, we have
decided to produce our enewspaper, in an internet-only version.
If you are receiving the paper version, you may want to receive
the enewspaper also.
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Septembers Regional Clean Energy Showcase at CSUS, Union
BallroomSARTAS CleanStart initiative and Sacramento State partnered
together for the Second Annual Clean Energy Showcase-Venture Expo
to feature
Sacramento area talent specializing in the design and
manufacture of clean technology, devices and equipment. The program
provided an inside look at the latest advancements in clean
technology innovations. Photos by Tia Gemmell
SARTASacramento Area Regional Technology Alliance
Gary Simon, Co-Chairman, CleanStart; Perrin Clark, Program
manager, SARTAKevin Johnson, Sacramento Mayor Candidate and School
AdministratorJacob Jorgensen, Velocity Venture Capital General
Partner (Gold River resident)Kristine Mazzei, Managing Partner,
Valley Vision, Jack Crawford, Jr., Velocity Venture Founder and
general partner
Paul Misso, CEO Marquiss Wind PowerToby Oxholm III, Drexel
University Executive Vice President and Chief of StaffLeonard
Devanna, President and CEO, Jadoo Power System, IncRobert
Schuetzle, Pacific Renewable Energy Institute International
Paul Galindo- Go Green ConsultantsIngrid Rosen-Executive
Director SARTASs CleanStart and McClellan Technology
Incubators.Manny Fernandez-OBS NEWS, Associate Editor
Geoff Lambert, Metronet6, Chairman and Gold River ResidentIngrid
Rosen, SARTA, Executive DirectorGary Stalick, Owner Gold River
Community Newspapers
Steve Westly, Keynote, wows the crowd at the Showcase Managing
Partner, The Westly Group
This Community Newspaper is going
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Mr. SchultzThe Little Wanderer!
My name is Schultzie; I am registered in the American Kennel
Club as Mr. Schultz Esq. of Gold River. My adopted mom and dad,
Jackie and Stan Mendel of Gold River, call me Schultzie. Sometimes,
when I am not paying attention, I am called Schultz, and when I
hear MR. SCHULTZ, I stand at attention, like a statue.
I am a Miniature Schnauzer, age 4 years and I weigh about 15
lbs. My coat is silver/white, many people have said I have a
beautiful coat and that I am a very mellow guy. I guess I take
after my birth Mom and Dad who were both Show Dogs.
Recently, I scared my Mom and Dad without meaning to. They had
taken off my collar with all of the pertinent information, because
they thought I would never have the opportunity or desire to wander
away. Well I showed them!
The back gate was open; my Dad was working with the pool
equipment, so I went out to check on him and kept smelling all of
the fun smells. I followed the route my Dad takes when we go for
walks. I didnt know I was LOST until this very nice lady stopped
her car asked me if I was lost. Since I really couldnt answer her
she picked me up and put me in her car. Her name is Shirley Bowles,
a Gold River resident (I now call her Aunt Shirley, my Guardian
Angel.) While in the car looking for help there was my Mom walking
on Gold Country Blvd looking for me. Shirley asked her if she was
looking for a lost dog? Mom was crying as she ran to the car, she
said her prayers had been answered. Dad was busy driving throughout
the area trying to find me. I didnt mean to hurt them, I just
followed my nose. I am thankful to be home.
The Schnauzer is of German origin, dated back to the 15th
century. The Miniature Schnauzer is derived from the Standard
Schnauzer and is said to have come from mixing of Affenpinschers
and Poodles with small Standards.
The Miniature Schnauzer is viewed primarily as a charming and
attractive companion that is seldom interested in wandering
Schultzie begs to differ.
Mr. Schultz
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Toast to Tuscany Celebrates Grand Opening
of Buonarroti RistoranteWhen: Thursday, November 6
Time: 6:00 pm 8:30 pm Cost: $40 pre-sale, $45 at door
Where: Buonarroti Ristorante at The Collection at Town &
Country Village, Fulton & Marconi, Sacramento. All proceeds
benefiting the
Childrens Receiving Home of Sacramento. For Information and to
purchase tickets: (916) 482-2370 ext 333
www.crhkids.org/townandcountry
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be used consecutively, and between the hours of 8 a.m. and 9 p.m.
only. No other discounts with this offer. Must be at least 18 years
old (19 in NE) or 12 with parent. Incentives offered for other
memberships. Additional Personal Training and Kids Club available
for an additional fee. Facilities and amenities vary. Not all clubs
open 24 hours. Participating locations only. Not for re-sale. No
cash value. Offer valid only for non-members at all Sacramento
locations. Offer may expire without prior notice. See club for
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Pump Up ProductivityBe Persistent and Work Hard
Want to grind out strong earnings over the long haul? Make
boosting productivity Job One, says strategy consultant Bill
Birnbaum. A key to higher yield is constant measurement, he says in
Strategic Thinking. Measure everything from sales per employee to
the percentage of revenue from core customers vs. new accounts. To
boost output, consider these tips:
Transfer labor to the buyer. Birnbaum points out that prior to
supermarkets, mom-and-pop Operations did much of the work for
customers, helping them find items and reducing their need to
think. Supermarkets transferred much of the labor to buyers,
becoming essentially self-service operations. Self-serve gas
stations did the same thing. So did banks, using technology from
ATMs to Web sites. The more you transfer labor to customersselling
the move in terms of customer freedom or reduced costthe more
in-house time you free up for other projects. To transfer labor,
use tech to the max. Airlines offer reduced fares to those who buy
tickets online. Businesses across the board are offering more
online services free. The payoff? They boost productivity by
redirecting employee workloads. Maximize your automated systems,
Web site and other technologies to minimize wasted employee effort.
Cut the dead weight. Almost every business is impeded, to some
degree, by a lack of focus, Birnbaum says. Examples: Too many
products or services, some of which arent earning a profit. Or too
many product options adding both complexity and inefficiency, he
said. Also, many companies serve a number of wrong customers, some
of whom eat into profits, he said. Companies overly driven by
volume dont stop to analyze whether particular customers are really
contributing to bottom-line profit. His advice: Regularly audit
your customer base. Build worker enthusiasm. No matter what your
strategy for productivity improvement, youll do a far better job of
implementing it if your employees work enthusiastically, he said.
Often, workers want to make a difference, but theyre not given
enough guidance. Larry Potter, division manager of Hewlett-Packards
manufacturing systems division, once said to his management team,
Our employees are ready to be passionate. Its up to us to tell them
what to be passionate about. He and the team came up with a series
of challenging goals. Do it differently. Do what youve always done,
and youll get what youve always gotten, Birnbaum said, A sudden
improvement from low single-digit to double digit growth (almost
always) comes from doing something different. Look to the future.
When devising strategy, have your leadership team complete this
sentence on a flip chart or whiteboard, he advised: For us to
continue to be successful, in the face of industry trends and
rivals, we need to______. Have team members list key objectives,
and then boil down the similarities and differences into three
final goals. By Cord Cooper
Government Contracting
By: La Ronda Bowen
Q. Should I try to get government contracts?
R. Government contracting usually requires long up front time.
Most first-time contractors must go through a paperwork
qualification process with the California Department of General
Services (DGS). Additionally, agencies require a formal bid, which
is your written response to their request for qualifications,
quotes or proposals. The larger the agency, the more difficult it
is to win an initial contract. Nevertheless, government is the
largest single purchaser of equipment, services, and supplies in
the country, so if you are wiling to do the legwork, have patience,
and are persistent, it can be worthwhile. Government contracting is
the backbone of many small businesses.
In California, your first step is to visit the DGS web site.
Download a Small Business Certification Application. Look for
information on when and where procurement events are planned.
Attend. Buyers will explain the procurement process. If you are
still interested, go for it.
Check these links for information and bid
opportunities:Department of General Services: http://www.dgs.ca.gov
(small businesses are eligible for prompt payment of state
contracts).County of Sacramento Contracting and procurement
services: http://www.saccountybids.comSacramento Municipal Utility
District: http://www.smud.org (Do Business With SMUD).Federal
Business Opportunities: http://www.fbo.gov This column is for you.
We welcome your questions and comments. Send to:
http://[email protected]
Legal Ease by Michael L. HanksCourts Enforce Legal Contracts
According to Their Terms.
A lawyers starting point for any analysis of a contractual
dispute or issue is always the contract itself. Too often I talk
with clients who think that if required to decide a contractual
dispute, a court is free to ignore the contract terms and apply
some vague fairness analysis to decide the issue. Not true. Only
rarely will a court venture outside the express terms of a written
agreement to achieve a fair result. While this may sound cold, it
is in fact the central doctrine that allows a private enterprise
market economy to operate. Persons making financial commitments in
reliance on anothers promise have to be able to rely on and enforce
contracts in court. Otherwise, commerce would soon become chaos.
Indeed, such enforceability of contracts distinguishes advanced
economies from third world economies and is one of the linchpins
for mankinds advancement. Next time you sign an agreement, expect
the court to hold the parties to their word. By Michael L.
Hanks
Michael Hanks has practiced business, real estate, estate
planning law, and managing clients legal problems with great
trust since 1975. He welcomes inquiries from
readers. [email protected]
Gold River, CA (916) 635-0302
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TiroGage replaces pencil gage
Many people are saddened by the closing of The Blockbuster video
rental store located in the Gold River Town Centre, but many dark
clouds have a silver lining, and in this particular case that
silver lining goes by the name of Jacks Urban Eats. Gold River is
the newest location for the hip and up beat restaurant.
Jacks Urban Eats. Jacks has delicious food and fairly good
prices. It will be a welcomed addition to the healthy lifestyle
many gold river residents enjoy. The diversity of the menu at Jacks
will satisfy the taste buds of many. Whether it is the yummy food,
or the efficiency of the friendly service it is all about you at
Jacks.
In a hop, skip and a jump I was on my way over to the Jacks
located in Folsom. And, boy was I in for a treat. The minute I
walked into the door I was
mind-blown by the cozy and comforting atmosphere. I was welcomed
with a hospitable smile and a warm greeting. I looked at the paper
menu which was a fun warm yellow color that made me smile. I
decided on having the macaroni and cheese because I am still a kid
at heart. I also had a side order of crisp and golden French fries.
Overall my experience at Jacks was wonderful and enlightening. I am
anticipating the day Jacks will have its grand opening at Gold
River.
Simple Pleasures
Sacramento, Ca September 2008 Following in the footsteps of jazz
greats from Louis Armstrong to Herbie Hancock, the Rio Americano
High School Big Band performed to an enthusiastic audience at the
51st Annual Monterey Jazz Festival, September 19 21, 2008. Held
every September on the Monterey Fairgrounds site where the Festival
was first presented in 1958, the Monterey Jazz Festival is the
longest running jazz festival in the world and features the top
names in jazz performing on nine stages. It is a prestigious
performance venue for any jazz group, says Rio Americano Band
Director Josh Murray. A strong second place finish in the highly
competitive Next Generation Festival this past April earned the Rio
band a coveted spot at the 51st Annual Monterey Festival. The Rio
Americano band program, under the combined direction of Josh Murray
and Max Kiesner, provides high quality music education to over 180
students in four levels of concert band and three jazz ensembles.
You can enjoy a fun filled evening of
musical entertainment and support this outstanding program by
attending the 28th annual Rio Americano Playathon on Friday
November 7, 2008. The Playathon is a musical marathon featuring 17
hours of non-stop music. This amazing event includes performances
by all of Rios award winning jazz and concert bands as well as
combos and soloists from the Small Ensemble program. Band students
from local middle and elementary schools are invited to attend from
3:30 5:45 pm to play along with the Rio Band and enjoy carnival
games and refreshments. The community is invited to attend the
evening concerts scheduled from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. All events take
place on the Rio Americano campus located at 4540 American River
Drive. The event is free of charge, but tax deductible donations
are greatly appreciated. Money raised at the Playathon is used to
support Rios outstanding band program. For additional information
about the Rio Band program contact Josh Murray at 971-7512,
[email protected], or visit www.rioband.org.
Rio Americano High School Band on the Move
Photo is courtesy of Leslie Barger. Pictured from left to right
are: Top Row Elliott Bartlett, Zachary Darf, Zachary Giberson, Kai
Ambrose, Levi Saelua, Aneil Dhillon, and Band Director Josh Murray.
Back row: Harris Levin David Nevarez, Scott Buchanan.
Student at Rio Americano High School, Gold River
Resident. Send any responses to
[email protected]
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Teen Column
Investment Real Estate Group
David Granzella is a sophisticated real estate
investor that continues to share his education and
experience. David can be reached at 916.791.8322
www.NORCALREIA.com
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David Granzella
Buying Investment Property
Next meeting: 3rd Thursday November 20th Guest Presenter: Dave
Wilson Successful Real Estate Investor
and Real Estate Educator. Wondering when and where to make money
in real
estate? It is our own back yard in Sacramento. Learn how YOU can
buy, hold and flip properties with your own
money and credit, or with partners. There are lots of good loans
out there that people are willing to walk away from. Find out how
you can solve their problems. Dont miss our
next meeting! Dave has been a successful investor since 1973
when
he pursued his first venture into owning rental real estate.
Dave has learned how to profit in the down cycles as
these are times to acquire rentals. Dave was a full time realtor
and investor 1977-1982, at which time the market
went (real far) south. Dave has been through the good, the bad
and the
UGLY. He prefers the good! However, the bad and/or the ugly
(which we are now going to experience for several years) are the
time to acquire the best inventory of rentals. This period will
last at least 3-5 more years
and even longer if the government helps out. Dave is an advocate
of using Roth IRAS and other
pension plans to grow his wealth, often tax free! He prefers tax
free investing.
Where: Holiday Inn, 5321 Date Ave. Sac. CA (off I-80 at Madison
Ave.)When: November 20, 2008 (3rd Thursday Monthly)Time: 6pm to 7pm
Networking, 7pm to 9:30pm MeetingCost: $20 at the door or $170
annuallyContact: David Granzella (916) 791-8322
Guest Presenter Dave Wilson
By Morgan Lambert
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Dont Count On Oral Promise
QUESTION: I am about to purchase a home. The builder promised
that everything wrong will be taken care of and that a handshake
will save a lot of paperwork. Should I trust him? ANSWER: Many a
business agreement has
been made with a handshake and enforced by the courts. But when
it comes to the never-never world of real estate, you cannot and
should not rely on oral promises. In fact, the law in all states
specifically requires that all agreements and conditions relative
to the sale of real estate specifically be in writing to be
enforceable. The way to put teeth into oral promises is to insist
that every thing significant be put in writing.
{Just a side note: In 1979 I worked with a small builder that
was purchasing a couple of lots through me from my dad. Part of the
deal was that Id be listing the homes to sell. He (the builder)
wouldnt put that in writing. He seemed like a very straight up guy.
Our family had already had one transaction with him. So we had some
background. We looked each other in the eye shook hands on the
listing of the newly built homes when complete. He came through on
his word, when the homes were completed we listed and sold both of
them. As nice as it is to shake hand and know people will come
through on their promise things could happen. There are many
extenuating circumstances out of control by either party. My dad
always shared with me. He said its smart to put agreements in
writing. BECAUSE: People forget. One person might have thought
something was agreed upon and the other person thought something
different. Should one of the parties to the agreement due to a car
accident or some other unfortunate event, die, theres less likely
hood of a law suit by the heirs that werent present at the
handshaking. Its just good business to put things in writing.}
Handshakes dont count in real estate. Put it in writing.
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Events By Tia Political & Event PhotographerTia Gemmell
920-2903
I am a Candidate for the Cordova Recreation and Park District
(CRPD) Board of Directors.. After spending 2 years attending public
meetings of the Board, it became evident that the District is very
complicated. It is made up of diverse communities. It is important
to ask each community to determine its list of needs, regarding
Recreation program and Park projects.
I will spearhead two task force teams to determine the needs of
the CRPD regarding (1) recreation modernization programs, and (2)
specific park needs and renovation improvement projects. I will
take the consolidated new programs and projects to the Board for
action, after meetings with community spokespersons to agree on a
prioritization of programs and projects. I am retired; I have the
time and energy to devote to this process. I will personally meet
with each group and community to ensure that all of its needs are
properly addressed.
The District cannot afford to continue going down the path of
old and stagnant recreation programs and making false promises to
communities regarding park renovations. There must be a financial
analysis to determine costs associated with the new goals,
priorities set and plans put in place to guide the Board in the
budgeting and decision making process.
The situation that the District finds itself in now is a direct
result of poor leadership and planning by the Board and
Administration, during the past 10 or more years. The Board lacked
the vision to carry out what the future of the District would be
and took the easy road of just day-to-day planning. We are now
paying the price for this lack of vision.
I have the management skills and leadership to make this all
happen. Please support me to assure that your recreation programs
and parks are the best. I promise! David Ivazian
In 1996, the Gold River community welcomed a much needed credit
union for its residents and business employees. Since that time,
the credit union has become friend and family to many who have
found what a help a credit union can be. Whether its the use of
their free ATM, opening a checking account, raising a credit line
on your Visa card, or being able to use your direct deposit even
before your funds are received, you can do it fast and with a
personal atmosphere. Another benefit to the community occurred in
2004 when the Gold River credit union connected with many other
credit unions nationwide to provide service to their members. That
means whatever credit union you are with, you most likely can use
this credit union to access your other account. Call them at
638-8238 to find out if your credit union is part of their shared
branch connection. Or, you may want to stop by and become one of
the many business professionals and residents who have found what a
convenience it is to bank right here where you live or work. We
hope that you too will say, as many of us have,
What took me so long? This is now my credit union. Its hard to
see from BelAir, but its just across the parking lot next to
Applebees. We have changed both our business and personal banking
needs to Big Valley Credit Union in Gold River and we are pleased
to have done so. We are enjoying the convenient location, the
friendly and helpful staff, and the security we experience.
Kay Burton,Gold River Resident
David Ivazian Wants to Help
David Ivazian
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Kay Burton
KVIE Art Auction Preview PartySeptember 22, 2008KVIE Preview
Party unveiled this years collection for the KVIE Art Auction.
During this special event guests met inspiring local artists,
enjoyed fine wines from the Amador Vintners Association, sampled
hors d oeuvres and desserts from premier restaurants.
Kevin Smith-Fagan, Kvie, Vice President Of Developement
Gary Little, St. George Hotel, Volcano California
Best Of Show Artist, Sinh, One Of The Jurors, Elizabeth Rohlfes,
Curator For The Roseville
Arts.
Walter And Gloria Burt Kvie President And General Manager, David
Lowe
Jim Finnerty, Evie Turner Kvie StaffChar Hall, Cy Wylie
Kayte Christensen andStephanie Cumberland
Rosalind RojasAkiba Howard
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Events By Tia Continued Political & Event PhotographerTia
Gemmell 920-2903
John Crisan-Gold River, Kimberly Smith Parson, Bill Kinsey-Gold
RiverMarolyn Crisan-Gold River
Tom Gagan, Ceo Sutter Hopital With Wife Pat, Dining The Same
Night At Buonarroti Restaurant. Gold River Residents.
Buonarroti Ristorante Media NightTown and Country Center,
October 17, 2008
Executive Chief and co-owner, Daniel Alcantaro, prepares one of
his masterpiece entrees for Media Night at Buonarroti Ristorante.
Serving lunch
and dinner, Buomarroti Ristorante is located in Town &
Country Village, Marconi & Fulton Avenue (behind William
Glen).
Gold River Residents enjoying the Niello
Concours d elegance, Oct.6, 2008,
El Dorado Hills.
As a business owner you have gone through the process of
selecting a name one or more times by now. Coming up with your
business name was the beginning of an exciting experience. You
first had to go through the process of deciding the name, and then
you have to head to the county office as a sole proprietor to check
it against other fictitious business names or to the secretary of
state for your corporation names. You have to be sure you were not
stepping on any toes and find out you could not use the name. The
same process is true with your domain name or your website name. A
few things to consider when selecting and using your name:1. Keep
it simple and relevant. Dont be too cute or fancy. Be as short as
possible without loosing meaning. The more descriptive the better.
It is easy to remember when it is talking about what you are doing
with the name. The more words, characters, and difficult is the
name, the less value it has.2. Check to make sure your chosen name
is available and registered properly for you before you start
publicizing it. Be careful sometimes when a name appears to be
available, it may be for sale by the
owner.3. If you come up with a really unique or creative name
that is still available, dont just register it as .com pay the
extra fee to get the .net, .org and .info levels of registration.
It additional to give you more links and possible exposure, it also
prevents a copy cat creating a similar domain name to rob off of
your success. You can point all those names to the same website.4.
Register a domain name for every major project you are working on,
even if it is completely part of your current business or website.
You can point as many domain names to the same website. Have you
notice how most movies have their own domain name? The production
house could have you their main domain name but they dont. Beside,
your project could become so big that one day you may want to
branch it out and you will already own the domain name.
Just like when you first came up with your business name, the
right domain name is one more thing you can be very proud of. Take
the time to come up with the right name for you, register it
properly and then promote it with everything you have.
Whats in Your Name?By Edwin Edebiri
Four local Gold River residents are involved with a global
initiative to reduce the worlds energy bill by 25%. George Usi,
Congressman Dan Lungren, Gary Stalick, and Geof Lambert are all
involved with the Green Protocol Working Group which was formed in
July of this year. The group is focused on saving energy by using
the New Internet which is becoming available throughout the world
over the next 10 years. It is based on a technology known as IPv6.
This new technology will allow almost an infinite number of objects
to be connected to the Internet network. The Internet we use today
is limited to 4.3 billion IP addresses.
Using new sensor technologies connected to the New Internet the
consumption of power will be much more visible, and its use will
easily be able to be viewed and controlled by going to websites.
People will be able to quickly and easily for the first time see
where every kilowatt of energy is going.
Representatives associated with governments and non-governmental
organizations from around the world like the U.S. Federal
Government, China, United Nations, and the State of
California have joined the group.Is it possible that the
world
could save approximately $2.5 trillion dollars annually by
consuming less power thanks to the intelligent use of networked
sensors and other emerging New Internet technologies? Geof Lambert,
Chair, Green Protocol Working Group asks, If you look at the fact
that global consumption of power is equal to approximately 500
quadrillion BTUs of energy, I think it is possible, and I believe
the money saved could be better used on various humanitarian,
greater good projects around the world such as getting the internet
in the hands of everybody, not just the fortunate few 15% who have
it now.
The group, headquartered in Gold River, has identified five high
profile buildings, three in San Francisco, California, one in
Geneva, Switzerland, and one in Sacramento, California that it will
use to apply emerging New Internet technologies and use as test
control buildings to demonstrate the potential savings in power
consumption and other resources. More information on the group can
be found on the Facebook group: Protocol WG
Local Residents Work to Save Energy Around the Globe
Business CommunityTechnology & Internet
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The companys that were successful were companys that
advertised.Proctor and Gamble kept advertising, and even increased
their advertising. They grew successfully throughout the great
depression. The auto industry stopped advertising for 3 years and
their business dropped significantly. When they started advertising
again, business grew.
People need to know youre still in business. We all live very
busy lives and dont remember every company weve purchased from. We
dont know if we need something unless you expose the information in
advertising. This newspaper and enewspaper is here to help
businesses and consumers. Call (916) 224-6624 to advertise your
business. Email: [email protected]
Great Depression Research and Business
Many of us have seen our stocks plummet in value. Money weve
counted on isnt there. I started going to seminars on alternatives
to the stock market for my retirement money. Did you know you can
buy real estate through your retirement account? I went to two
educational seminars in the last 6 months, on self directed Roth
IRAs, and Solo Roth 401(k). Its amazing what you can do with your
money if you have the right knowledge. Depending on a stock broker
doesnt always work. Im recommending a workshop thats coming up on
November 8, 2008. Its going to be held at a location where real
estate investors meet regularly to learn how to find good buys on
property. There are two very smart people that are speaking and
sharing their knowledge: Hal Beswick: For over 20 years Hal has
been involved with Real Estate, Tax Law, software solutions for tax
code and loan servicing for seller financed loans. Hal is a 1031
specialist, a pension specialist in regards to self-directed IRAs
and 401(k)s, a seasoned real estate investor, educator, mentor, the
founder of Waterford 1031 Exchange Services, LLC, Waterford
Financial Group, LLC, and NoteServe loan servicing software. Hal
has provided numerous classes and presentations on tax code, tax
software, tax strategies, 1031 exchanges and Self Directed IRAs to
accountants, tax preparers, tax attorneys, real estate
investors, brokers, agents and various financial institutions.
Tim Berry: A nationally known expert on what you can and cant do
with retirement plan assets. Tim has a BA in Economics from Fresno
State, JD from Seattle University. He was selected Outstanding
Graduating Student by his Colleges Economics faculty. Formerly
licensed as a commodities and stock broker, he has appeared in
articles in Morningstar, Personal Real Estate Investor and other
journals. Mr. Berry has been invited to provide continuing
education to thousands of professionals, including The Arizona
Society of CPAs, Arizona Society of EAs, and was selected as The
Best of the annual Summit for the Financial Planners Association.
Although Im not sure Ill be able to make this date I recommend
going to this work shop. Its worth the time to see how you can take
care of your money. I asked that they not charge any of my readers.
So you can get one of my business cards with Gold River Community
Newspaper and attend Free. Even though the cost is only $50 Im
trying to help you save money. Date: November 8, 2008, Time: 9 am
to 4 pm, Cost $50 (Free with Gold River Community Newspaper
Business Card call 224-6624), Location: 2840 auburn Blvd.,
Sacramento, 95821. For more information on this workshop you can
call (916) 203-9459 or (916) 718-1898 You can visit their website:
www.waterfordfinancialgroup.net.
Has the Stock Market Hurt Your Retirement
Account, Too?
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Help WantedAdvertising sales promoter for this newspaper--great
PR posi-tion. Pay is high percentage commission. Call 638-6737.
Real Estate for Sale Rancho Cordova, Condo 11150 Trinity River
Drive #1, 2 bdrms, 2 bths, 1006 sq ft, first floor. Totally
remodeled. Every room. Better than any house you may see. You must
see the quality of work. He changed the electrical, plumbing,
floors, fixtures, lighting. Its like moving into a brand new home.
Close to the freeway, and great shopping. Public transportation at
entry to condo complex. $219,950 PRO Real Estate, call
638-0277.
Rancho Cordova, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Corner Home with newer roof.
Room for RV parking. Painted April 2007. Ga-rage painted also.
Newer carpet, newer hot water tank, Big master bedroom, newer tile
floor in master bath. Mirrored closet doors. Ceiling fans with
lights in four rooms. Four fruit trees: peach, navel orange,
cherry, pear. 2 birch trees. Storage shed at the side yard. Newer
back yard fence. 11216 Bold River Ct. Sunriver $329,000. Call Gary
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Gold River, 2343 Pez Gallo Place, 3 bdrms, 2 bths, 1527 sq ft,
on culdesac. Well taken care of. Storage in back. Its a short sale
and any offer must be approved by the lender. Near shopping, and
freeway. Quiet neighborhood. $285,000 Short Sale. PRO Real Estate,
call 638-0277
Gold River Marshall Village, 3 bdm, 2ba, one level, fresh paint,
newer roof, on cul-de-sac.11274 Serpentine Court. $399,500--Call
Gary to see at 638-0277
Gold River Spacious 2030 sq foot single level 4 BR/2 BA home
with open floor plan located in a secure cul-de-sac. Features a
stone fireplace in living room, an additional room off the kitchen,
lots of cupboard space for storage and a nicely landscaped
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a month. Easy to get started. $4,900. call 224-6624
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ServicesMOBILE HOME WANTED CASH BUYER Single 12-14 wide, loc in
MHP, available in 30-60 days, in good condition.Call Dennis
916-567-1155.
We Can Buy Your HouseSave your credit, Ill work with you and
your lenders. Stop potential foreclosure. Call Gary now at
224-6624, If Im not available please leave a message, or email Gary
c/o [email protected]
WantedWanted Contractor or good handyman. call 224 6624
Rehabber to buy low cost fixer upper houses then repair and
either keep or re-sell. Call Gary at 224-6624.
Looking for good webmaster to work with this newspaper. Call
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Want to buy house with great terms. 3 bedroom 2 bath one level
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House WantedI have a buyer for a 3 bedroom 2 bath single level
home in excel-lent condition, and another buyer for a 3 bedroom 2
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unsurpassed massage techniques, to relax and re-energize, Call Inge
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Services Wanted in Gold RiverWe need petsitters call this
newspaper at 638-6737
We need good plumbers call this Community Newspaper at
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Passive Real Estate InvestmentsDo you want to know how you can
use your IRA, or 401k, or Roth Self Directed IRA to get a 7% return
secured as a 1st mortgage on a house. I know of one home you could
have a 7% return with 1st mortgage security at about 50% of the
houses value. The house has been owned by me for 30 years and the
ten-ant has lived in the house for about 10 years. The houses value
is approx. $310,000 to $319,000. If youre interested in knowing
more you can call Gary a Gold River resident since 1988 at 224-6624
(cell). If youd be interested in a different home or a lower dollar
amount I could refer you to another Gold River resident that is a
very strong real estate investor. You can call me, Im Gary 224-6624
(cell).
Room to RentGold River home, room available for non smoker,
clean person, good character, with integrity, bedrooms on 2nd floor
$650 per month, 20 year resident/owner, Available October
638-3137.
Child Care Coming SoonCHILD CARE:COMING SOON, home child care,
infant thru school age, bachelor in child development,10 yrs of
experience, mother of two girls 9 and 19. cell (916)204-5257 home
(916)942-9314
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bths, 1006 sq ft, first floor. Totally remodeled. Every room.
Better than any house you may see. You must see the quality of
work. He changed the electrical, plumbing, floors,
fixtures, lighting. Its like moving into a brand new home. Close
to the freeway, and great shopping. Public transportation at entry
to condo complex. $219,950 PRO Real Estate, call 638-0277.
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11486 Green Bluffs Ct., Gold River Sold $388,200 with $7,000
credit to buyer. Seller saved $11,587
through Gary Stalick, RE Broker
11274 Serpentine Court.
2343 Pez Gallo Place $285,000
Gary Stalick Real Estate Agent since 1976Broker since 1979
Gold River Resident since 1988
Excellent Negotiator for you Multiple listing by Realtor Short
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solutions) Discussing how each offer will affect YOU Assist you in
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Rancho Cordova, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Corner Home with newer roof.
Room for RV parking. Painted April 2007.
Garage painted also. Newer carpet, newer hot water tank, Big
master bedroom, newer tile floor in master bath. Mirrored closet
doors. Ceiling fans with lights in four rooms. Four fruit trees:
peach, navel orange, cherry, pear. 2 birch trees. Storage shed
at the side yard. Newer back yard fence. 11216 Bold River Ct.
Sunriver $329,000 Call Gary 638-0277.
Sold Seller Saved $9665
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Outstanding service, selection, and convenience! Youll love
shopping at Gold River Town Centre. Anchored by Bel Air Market,
GOLD RIVER TOWN CENTRE provides an inviting shopping atmosphere
with lush landscaping, shade trees, and a fountain. Located in a
magnificent river setting in historic Gold River, the popular
center creates excitement for neighborhood shopping with the
variety you want.
ApplebeesBank of AmericaBel Air MarketBellissima Nail SpaBig
Valley Federal
Credit UnionBlockbuster VideoBrockway Hair DesignCasa
RamosGeneral Nutrition
CenterGold River ReMaxGold River Shoe
Repair
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SteakhousePapa Murphys Take N
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CleanersTrumpetteWells Fargo Bank
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Serving Sacramento area since 1986
Hours: Tue. - Sat.10 am to 6 pm
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Hallmark Creations has a new, contemporary look its larger and
it features one-stop shopping.
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2180 Golden Centre Lane #10 (Formerly Mision
Rogelio)631-9690
Holiday Banquets - Holiday gift cards Party Platters to-go
MEXICAN RESTAURANTA family restaurant since 1997
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEKLUNCH & DINNER
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