New arrivals can find a home in Temecula that is able to accommodate any family size or budget. These include spacious four or five bedroom homes, many in the Mission or Ranchero style with fantastic architectural detailing, as well as smaller, well-maintained homes that are perfect for new families. Many homes in Temecula have swimming pools for the sunny Southern California seasons and easy to maintain yards, in addition to terrific gourmet kitchens and solid construction throughout. Home values in the area are currently on the rise, rebounding more than 30% in the last year, from the nationwide economic downturn. The overall outlook for the community is a return to better times.

There are several reputable companies that offer moving service for the area with affordable pricing. For an updated list of moving companies and their reviews:

Before you move in to your Temecula home, make sure you set up your utilities and make the transition a smooth one. Here is a list of utilities serving the Temecula area:

Electric

Southern California Edison: 1-800-684-8123

Gas

Southern California Gas Company: 1-800-427-2200

Water

Rancho California Water: 1-951-296-6900 / 1-951-296-6930

Garbage

CR&R: 1-800-755-8112

For a full service list, including cable, phone, etc. contact your Team Forss Buyer’s Specialist.

Though many are stationed at Camp Pendleton, many of their spouses need to find a job within the area. Pechanga Resort and Casino is the Temecula’s biggest employer; however, many other large-scale employers also call the area home, including Abbott Laboratories, Professional Hospital Supply, International Rectifier, EMD Millipore, and Milgard Manufacturing. Temecula Valley Unified School District also employs several thousand workers across the district in educational, administration, and other positions. Many retail positions are available in the city, including employment with national chains, like Macy’s, Costco and Target, among others.

VHA loans may be available to qualifying military personnel seeking to buy a home in Temecula. To begin the process, contact the VA in advance for a Certificate of Eligibility to give potential lenders as proof of service. VA Loans are provided by private lenders, but because the VA guarantees a portion of the loan, the lender can offer eligible personnel more favorable loan terms.