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New Listing ~ Gorgeous Yard & Koi Pond
June 25th, 2010
108 Oak Mill Road, Folsom, CA 95630 $315,000
Fabulous single-story home, lovingly maintained by original owners. Open & spacious great room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen with breakfast bar, & plenty of storage…this 1565 square foot home has it all. Three bedrooms and two baths: spacious master with vaulted ceiling and two additional bedrooms. The yard is Sunset Magazine material! A definite must see! Large private yards, gorgeous flowers, established fruit trees (sweetest myer lemons you’ve ever tasted!), serene koi pond & waterfall, covered & uncovered patios…spectacular! NEWER A/C, tile roof, appliances. Recently painted interior/exterior.
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Great News for Sacramento Real Estate!
June 21st, 2010
Sacramento Home Sales for May are the strongest they have been in 4 years! Over 3,700 homes were purchased in May alone according to a Sacramento Bee Article. Additionally, the average sales price was higher this year than last. This is great news for sellers.
This also means the first-time California buyer state tax credit is quickly running out. Over 15,000 buyers have applied for the state tax credit, which is now 80 percent claimed. If you’re thinking of buying a home, be sure to act quickly enough to take advantage of this great tax credit worth up to $10,000. Interest rates have also remained below 5 percent for the past six weeks, making it a great market for both buyers and sellers. It’s a great time for real estate in Sacramento!
New Listing ~ Spectacular Folsom Home
June 9th, 2010
452 Rosegold Place, Folsom, CA 95630 $310,000
LIGHT, BRIGHT, OPEN…SPECTACULAR! 2 master bedroom suites plus one additional bedroom and guest bath. Kitchen has an abundance of cabinet space, upgraded corian countertops and breakfast nook. Family room, dining room, laundry room, 2-car garage…all tucked away in a private cul-de-sac location. Patio & yard are large enough to entertain, but small enough to maintain…just enough gardening to satisfy your green thumb. HOA maintains front yard in this gated senior community.
10 Lethal Mistakes Buyers Make When Purchasing a Home
May 25th, 2010
Each month, I receive a newsletter from Brian Buffini, a real estate coach, filled with information and advice on the current state of the real estate world. He recently sent me a list of common mistakes people make when buying a home. In an attempt to help you not make any of these mistakes and get the most out of your home buying experience, I am going to give you a glimpse into my real estate world. Enjoy!
MISTAKE NO. 1: Choosing a real estate agent who is not committed to forming a strong business relationship with you.
HOW TO AVOID IT: Making a connection with the right real estate agent is crucial. Choose a professional who is dedicated to serving your needs – before, during and after the sale.
April Home Sales Bring Encouraging News
May 21st, 2010
I often begin my day by checking various Real Estate news sources so that I can be up to date on the very latest in real estate happenings. This morning, I came across an encouraging article by Jim Wasserman from the Sacramento Bee entitled Sacramento April Home Sales Prices Increase From Year Earlier. Because I could not say it better myself, I encourage you to read the article yourself, but, just in case, here are few of my favorite highlights. This is great news for home buyers and sellers in our area!
Forbes: America’s Most Expensive Homes
May 13th, 2010
Good news for the luxury home market! “Amenity-laden properties at the top of the market continue to command just as lofty prices” according to a Forbes article this week.
First Quarter 2010| Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado and Yolo Counties
April 20th, 2010
The first quarter of 2010 has come and gone and I for one am happy to see it go. This first quarter was dismal for our local real estate market. In March, the Sacramento Bee branded the start of 2010 as “real estate’s long slow winter.” But Spring is finally here and we are beginning to see its rejuvinating effects everywhere. The long frost from the real estate winter is begining to melt. Here is the first quarter by the numbers:
7 Days of Updates for Less – Day 7!
April 11th, 2010
And finally…
Day 7: CONSIDER CURB APPEAL
Make the most of your home’s appearance without breaking the bank. You can add value and appeal to your home with just a few simple ideas. While repainting your whole house may be out of the question, painting the door and retouching the trim can give your entire house a face lift.
Congratulations Pamela!
March 26th, 2010
Congratulations Pamela for achieving the prestigious 100% Club Award with RE/MAX! This is awarded to RE/MAX Agents who achieve levels of productivity that are more than double the industry average.
What does this mean to you? Pamela has shown through the ups and downs of the real estate market that she get results. Not only in 2009, but for the past 20 years! Regardless of the market, whether you are looking to buy or sell a home, Pamela truly can make your real estate dreams come true!
State Homebuyer Tax Credits On the Horizon
March 24th, 2010
Good news for California homebuyers! New homebuyer tax credits are on the horizon! May 1st, one day after the expiration of the federal $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit, Californians can begin claiming $10,000 in state tax credits.
The bill, AB 183, was first proposed by Governor Schwarzenegger in his State of the State Address in January and was easily passed by both houses of the legislature. Yesterday a spokesman from the Governor’s office assured that the governor still supports the bill and will sign it into law.
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