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Homebuyer optimism grows statewide
Homebuyers are the most optimistic about the housing market than they have been in three years according to a 2012 survey by the California Association of Realtors.
SBDC launches entrepreneurial institute for region
A new program for entrepreneurs, the Center for Entrepreneurship and Growth, unique only to the region served by the Santa Clarita-based Small Business Development Center, just launched to provide a wide range of services to small business owners throughout the San Fernando, East Ventura and Santa Clarita Valleys.
Mall wins top honor for Patios design
Westfield was recently recognized for its design and architecture of the 250,000-square-foot Patios shopping center expansion to the Westfield Valencia Town Center.
VICA, Westfield share successes
By Sara Mitchell Signal Staff Writer After sharing some of its biggest policy successes in 2012, the Valley Industry and Commerce Association brought one of the most successful retail property groups, Westfield, to the stage to talk about global real estate. Westfield Co-Chief Executive Officer Peter Lowy was the keynote speaker at VICA's 63rd annual meeting on Thursday afternoon, where the business advocacy group elected its 2013 board of directors and gave out various awards. ...
City fills business sponsorship position
The city of Santa Clarita has filled the sponsorship analyst position, left vacant in the past year, with James Kneblik.
Janice France-Pettit: Do your research, prepare before applying for a loan
If you plan on purchasing a home or car, or paying for college, it is probable that at some point you may need to apply for a loan. Taking out a loan is a significant responsibility, so it's important to follow steps to prepare before applying for a loan, not only to help ensure that a lender will consider loaning money to you, but also to make sure that the loan has a positive impact on your finances. To help ensure you're prepared, here are some things to consider:
Improving Web presence takes time
Google is very picky about what makes for a high-value website that deserves top real estate on its search engine.
Team studying how to make biofuels from E. coli
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) - A team led by University of Colorado Boulder has won a five-year, $9.2 million grant for research on how to manipulate E. coli to produce cost-competitive biofuels.
Mini dealership coming to the SCV
A building permit has been issued by the city of Santa Clarita for the first phase of the new Mini Cooper of Valencia dealership to be located on Creekside Road, next to the Nissan of Valencia.
Plan proposed to avert gas shortages in crises
A new bill was introduced in California's state legislature Tuesday to incentivize retail gas sellers to equip their service stations with backup emergency generators.
HealthWorks buys more medical centers
U.S. HealthWorks of Valencia has acquired four more healthcare centers, the company announced Monday.
Realtors usher in new officers, economy
After making it through four years of a depressed real estate market, Mistress of Ceremonies Laura Langen opened the Southland Regional Association of Realtors annual installation dinner Friday night by greeting attendees with: "Welcome to Survivor 2012."
Check your Social Security benefits
Whether close to retirement, planning for it or concerned about benefits accrued, the Social Security Administration offers an online social security estimator for people.
New homes sales dip
Across the nation, sales of new single-family homes in October were down 0.3 percentage points below September sales. The sale of 368,000 new homes, however, marked a 17.2 percent increase over October 2011.
Economic development center receives $550K
The Valley Economic Development Center received a combination opportunity fund grant and loan totaling $550,000 from the California Community Foundation.
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Median household income fell 7.3 percent in recession
SBDC has a record year
The Santa Clarita-based Small Business Development Center had its most successful year to date in 2012, according to the business assistance center on Wednesday.
Enterprise Zone audit reveals no major flaws
An exhaustive five-day audit of Santa Clarita's Enterprise Zone resulted in the program being given a green light with regards to running of the program and credits granted.
Santa Clarita: SBDC Annual Report Highlights Clients' Small Business Success
SANTA CLARITA - In 2012, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by College of the Canyons experienced its most successful operational year to date, with SBDC assisted clients combining to start 53 new small businesses and create or retain 937 local jobs.
U.S. HealthWorks appoints new VP of sales
Jeanne Osterlund has been promoted to Vice President of Sales at Valencia-based U.S. HealthWorks.
Kaiser Permanente expanding its practice
Kaiser Permanente first opened its doors to Santa Clarita residents in 1994. But in October 2012, the integrated managed care medical group purchased a second building in Valencia.
AAF 2013 ADDY Award Winners are announced
Several local companies won ADDY awards last week from the American Advertising Federation's Los Angeles North chapter.
Lean manufacturing to be discussed
Lean Manufacturing is the topic at the Valley Industry Association business luncheon on April 16.
Princess Cruises’ newest ship is floated out
Construction of Princess Cruises' newest ship, "Regal Princess," reached a milestone Friday when the cruise ship was floated out of its building dock at Fincantieri shipyard in Italy.
New name, focus for construction company
When 23-year-old Jim Coffey started Jimco Electrical Construction in 1988, he had little more than a pickup truck to work out of, a couple years of on-the-job training and a buzz of enthusiasm for electrical construction.
Retailer says buying habits have shifted
First opened in 1972, retailer Bouquet Auto Parts has been a part of the economic changes and trends in Santa Clarita for over 40 years, said its co-owner, Owen Powell.
Office vacancies fall
The economic snapshot report for December 2012 was released by the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation – or SCVEDC – on March 21.
U.S. HealthWorks appoints Strickland national director
Scott Strickland has been appointed as National Director of Therapy Services for Valencia-based U.S. HealthWorks.
Purchasing a home can be tricky these days
Editor's Note: This is the last of a two-part series on the local real estate market. Last Sunday's story focused on the homeowner, or seller. Today's story focuses on the buyer.
Men’s Wearhouse founder speaks at VIA B2B
"Compassion and forgiveness are just as important as accountability and hard work," said George Zimmer, founder and executive chairman of the Men's Wearhouse.
