| Hello, Valued Member! Top 5 in Real Estate Network® Members are dedicated to providing you with the most up-to-date, helpful real estate information. This monthly newsletter, "Real Estate Matters," offers articles on a range of topics that will inform you in your real estate pursuits. Having trouble seeing this email? Click to view it as a web page. Add newsletter@rismedia.com to your address book to ensure email delivery. | | | | Barbara Corsi | | GRI, SRES | | Realtor | | J. Rockcliff Realtors | | My Website | | Member, Top 5 in Real Estate | | Phone: | 925-253-7045 | | Cell: | 925-788-7589 | | Fax: | 925-402-8022 | | Email Me | | | This month’s newsletter offers analytical insight into the state of our economy and housing industry as we emerge from recession. The good news is things are looking up. Real Estate Matters also offers some timely tax tips and some helpful insights into protecting your home from Radon and more. Top 5 Members are uniquely qualified to not only help you get educated on these matters, but make them as effortless as possible. Only Top 5 Members can provide you with the kind of exclusive information found here in Real Estate Matters - a monthly look at what's really happening in the housing market. It's a privilege to provide you with this important information. Enjoy this monthly e-newsletter, and as always, your feedback is welcomed - call or email any time! | | | This Month's Top Story Economic and Housing Outlooks Brighten, According to Fannie Mae Analysis Group RISMEDIA, February 8, 2011—Improvements in consumer spending and consumer confidence, increased demand for goods and services, and falling unemployment claims are all positive factors for a brighter outlook as we move through 2011, according to the December 2010 Economic Outlook released recently by Fannie Mae’s (OTC Bulletin Board: FNMA) Economics & Mortgage Market Analysis Group. Downside risks still exist, however, including a weaker-than-expected employment report, the ongoing economic turmoil in Europe, and potential inflation problems in China. | | | | More Top Stories |  | Congress Extends Tax Cuts RISMEDIA, February 8, 2011—Just prior to its December adjournment, a lame duck session of Congress broke a deadlock over whether or not to extend expiring tax provisions. The legislation passed by a surprisingly large bipartisan margin in both the House and Senate. The $858 billion bill extends Bush era individual income tax rate cuts for all taxpayers for another two years, provides workers a new payroll tax break, and wealthy heirs a lower estate-tax rate. Individual taxpayers were the biggest beneficiaries, and their tax cuts account for about $700 billion of the bill's total cost. |  | Tax Time: 11 Tips to Save Taxpayers Time and Money RISMEDIA, February 8, 2011—Late passage of tax legislation and delayed processing of some tax forms may make taxpayers wonder how this tax season will differ from last season. As the IRS has been prepared to accept e-filed returns since Jan. 14, H&R Block is taking the guesswork out of tax season by offering taxpayers 11 tips to help them navigate tax season 2011: |  | Instant Clutter Busters - Easy Tricks and Tools to Neaten Up Closets, Drawers and Shelves RISMEDIA, February 8, 2011—Organizing is one of those big, dreaded jobs that's easy to keep putting off—but it doesn't have to be daunting if you start small. The March 2011 issue of ShopSmart magazine, from the publisher of Consumer Reports, features a guide to the top smart mini-projects designed to give readers a jump start on organizing their homes. |  | Radon Basics: What Homeowners Need to Know RISMEDIA, February 8, 2011—Every year about this time, I launch into Radon Awareness mode. With National Radon Awareness Month just in focus, consumers, renters, homeowners, and those who hope to be in 2011 need to know a few things about this colorless, odorless health threat to you and your family. | | | Have You Heard About The Top 5 Real Estate Social Networking SystemSM? Sign up to receive my free, weekly e-Articles - brief, compelling, home-related informational articles that you or your family and friends will find helpful in pursuing your real estate goals! 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