The full list of electronic waste eligible for recycling follows, including: computers, laptops, monitors, keyboards, copiers, VCR’s, fax machines, cell phones, printers, scanners, hard drives, stereo equipment, telephones, toner cartridges, cables and cords, shredders, microwaves, iPods and more. All Green Electronics Recycling recycles everything it accepts and nothing ever goes into a landfill. More importantly, materials are processed in North America, not shipped overseas. Certified Data Destruction is even available for a small fee at every All Green event, if you would like the added security it provides. For more information, please click here.

The “Chelsea Lately” star and former TV sweetheart from “Friends” has purchased a $20 million Bel Air estate designed by architect A. Quincy.  The home is known as one of Quincy’s finest works, although Aniston has some ideas of her own and is remodeling the home.

The distinct home has over 8500 sq. ft. and has a well appointed 4 bedrooms and 6.5 baths to accommodate Aniston’s new friends.

Interest rates have been reduced to historic lows allowing you, the home buyer, to get more home for the same amount of money, which sounds fantastic. However, if you do not “lock” in your rate and then follow through with providing the necessary paperwork in a timely manner, you could lose your opportunity. More than ever, now is the time for you to know the rules and play to win in the housing and lending market. If you are wondering about how you can make sure you are doing all you need to qualify for your loan and your home, contact me or consult the following list.

• DO get your paperwork in time.  Whether you are asked for a letter of employment verification or 27 pages of bank statements, do not delay in submitting these documents to your lender.  Any delay can result in your loan taking longer than necessary, making the seller potentially question your ability to purchase, especially when back up offers have been submitted.
• Do not encourage the seller to begin any construction work until after the appraisal, even if your inspection warrants changes being made.  An appraiser could see the hardhats and debris and devalue the property.  Wait until AFTER the appraisal is complete to request repairs OR agree to do the work yourself once you own the home.
• Do not buy a new car or new furniture or go on a celebratory shopping  spree until your escrow has funded!  Credit ratios are VERY important at this time and if they become out of balance or new credit is extended, it can make you less likely to qualify for your home loan.  It does not matter if the offer is ZERO percent interest… it still affects your credit line.
• DO pay your current financial obligations.  During the busy home buying time, it can be easy to forget to pay bills or miss deadlines – be careful because late payments will reflect negatively on your credit and could even result in your loan being denied.
• Do not make changes in your employment – including changing jobs to make more money.  The key to getting a mortgage is showing a picture of stability and a job change could tarnish that image.  Wait until after escrow closes to accept the new position.

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Hiking shoes and poles are suggested and this is not a trail or hike for beginners or children, although Laguna Canyon volunteers will be accompanying you on your journey.  Attendees must be 15 years of age or older to participate and a per person donation of $2 is requested.  Parking is $3.  Please call 949.497.8324 for more information or answers to questions or click here to register to participate.  All donations are distributed throughout the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park and Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Parks to allow these programs to continue and enhance nature centers in the area.

Bieber’s new home is no second best and has been updated and modernized to meet the star’s tastes.  Calabasas is home to many celebrities such as Britney Spears and Steven Spielberg, who enjoy the secluded feel of the community that is just minutes from Hollywood.  The purchase has not gone as smoothly as Bieber would have liked.  Negotiations are still underway because the home appraised for less than was expected.

“Two and a Half Men” star Aston Kutcher recently purchased his first Hollywood Hills home in the post-Demi period of his life for over $10 million.  Kutcher was renting the home when pop star Justin Bieber allegedly wanted to make an offer on the home in his recent home buying expedition.  Bieber had Kutcher’s rental home at the top of his list to purchase.

The stunning modern home has glass sliding walls that look out over Lake Hollywood.  Kutcher had rented the house since his recent break up with Demi Moore.  Since joining the cast of Two and a Half Men, Kutcher has been reportedly in the market for a choice property in the Hollywood Hills.  When Bieber decided to make an offer on the home, Kutcher stepped in to purchase the home before Bieber could seal the deal.