Update on the Foundry; civil unrest prediction updates

I got an email tonight from Standard Pacific that says they sold over 20 homes in the first four days of showing (out of 87 homes). That is a slightly brisker pace than I was expecting, but by no means was I expecting these units to go unwanted. There are still lots of falling Ginzu knife shoppers out there.

 Homebuyers Across the South Bay and Beyond Agree -
The Foundry is the Smartest Move in the South Bay!

Dear Susan,

We told you last week that The Foundry in Torrance is unquestionably the South Bay's 
best value, offering more quality and style for the price than anything else in the 
area.

Homebuyers across the South Bay and beyond must agree as over The Foundry Courtyard 
Rendering for Web2500 visitors have toured the model homes since our Grand Opening 
last Saturday and over 20 homes have been reserved in that same short time!  
Unbelievable, but true!

The real magic of The Foundry is in the details, beginning with contemporary 
kitchens featuring java, cognac or white cabinetry and sleek granite countertops 
with decorative full tile backsplashes that are designer-selected for each home. 
Gourmet touches continue with a complete collection of stainless steel Whirlpool 
Gold appliances, including refrigerator with ice-maker. Equally stylish are master 
baths with stone slab countertops and tile showers and secondary baths with marble 
countertops.

A true urban oasis, The Foundry overlooks Wilson Park, a 40-acre natural wonder, 
where fresh produce and flowers are found at the twice-weekly Farmers Market.

Adding to the appeal of this cool new address with prices starting in The Foundry 
Courtyard Rendering for Web2the low $400,000s, is a fantastic package of grand 
opening extras that Standard Pacific Homes is offering free to all homebuyers for a 
limited-time, including a Whirlpool Gold stainless steel refrigerator, Whirlpool 
Duet Sport washer and dryer, a custom window covering package and a custom flooring 
package.

To join in the grand opening celebration at The Foundry, travel the 405 Freeway and 
exit southbound on Crenshaw Boulevard. Continue to Jefferson Street and turn left. 
Models are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Mondays, when models are open 
at 1 p.m.

Additional information is available by calling (310) 222-8765 or visiting 
www.TheFoundrySouthBay.com.

We look forward to seeing you soon. 

Eric and Kayla
The Foundry Sales Team

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Civil unrest updates:

Mike Morgan blogged today about"unbelievable spikes in crime" to hit when the weather warms up. Take note.

Jim Rogers has (probably) been watching the videos and slideshows of anti-porkulus protests, and he also has been weighing in on the possibility of riots.

Jim Rogers on civil unrest in the United States

None of this means, of course, that there will be a riot hitting the beach cities or South Bay next week. That is highly unlikely. If you haven't read it, see my post from earlier this month.

When you have 30 minutes of free time, kick back and watch this Twilight Zone episode "The Shelter" for a sample "worst case" civil unrest scenario:

Twilight Zone - The Shelter