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Spacious 2800+ sf home located in Deer Park Estates, one of Paso Robles' premiere communities. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom on first floor. Large lot with room for pool, vegie garden, children's play area and possibly RV parking. Easy access to Downtown shopping, schools, wine tasting and restaurants. View virtual tour at www.807Angus.com. Ca DRE # 01317192
21st Annual Cattlemen's Western Art Show is happening this weekend at the Paso Robles Event Center, Commercial Building 2, 2198 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles, Ca.
60 artists will be in attendance with over 500 new originals and sculptures. Artist Reception Friday night from 5:00 - 9:00 pm, $20. Hors d'oeuvres, wine tasting and a no-host bar. Tickets will be available at the bar. Castoro Cellars, Eberle Winery, Graveyard Vineyards, Meridian Vineyards, Parfield Winery, Pozo Valley Wineries and Ranchita Canyon Vineyard will be on hand for wine tasting.
Saturday and Sunday admission is free!
Saturday the event opens at 10:00 and closes at 5:00 pm. A Cattlemen's lunch is available from 11:30 - 1:30 for $10. There will also be a no-host bar during the event. Sunday the event opens at 10:00 am and closes at 3:30 pm. Lunch will also be available on Sunday.
If you would like to search the MLS for listings in San Luis Obispo County, visit my website. If you have any real estate questions or general questions about Paso Robles or San Luis Obispo County, please contact me at sherrycox@kw.com or call me at (805) 235-0234.
Ca DRE # 01317192
It starts with a dream...
Here is an affordable and beautifully maintained westside home on a large wooded parcel within walking distance of Atascadero High School. This home boasts a large living room with a classic brick fireplace and lots of windows. 4 bedrooms (one currently used as an office), 2 1/2 baths, an interior laundry room and a very charming kitchen. Convenient location for commuting to Paso Robles or San Luis Obispo. Lots of trees and privacy in the backyard. See www.6850Navarette.com for a virtual tour.
Open house this Sunday, 7/18/2010 from 10:30 am until 12:30 pm. Come take a look and introduce yourself... Would love to meet you!
If you would like to search the MLS for listings in San Luis Obispo County, visit my website. If you have any real estate questions or general questions about Paso Robles or San Luis Obispo County, please contact me via email at sherrycox@kw.com or call me at (805) 235-0234 for more information.
Ca DRE # 01317192
It starts with a dream...
Are you thinking of moving to Paso Robles Wine Country? Here is a beautiful home in Quail Run Estates, which is an age-restricted gated community close to shopping and and Downtown Paso Robles.
This 2001 3 bedroom/2 bath 1550 sq ft manufactured home on owned land exudes pride of ownership. The
home has a split floor plan, master bedroom separate from the other 2 bedrooms, a formal living room, and a spacious kitchen/dining area and family room combined.
Sellers are the original owners of this gem… They invested in many upgrades during their ownership, including french drains under extensive concrete patios and walkways, professional landscaping, white vinyl fencing around the back yard, an awning over the back patio for those warm summer days, energy-efficient appliances and a reverse osmosis system.
Amenities include an in-ground swimming pool, clubhouse, tennis court, security gate and RV storage. The Paso Robles Municipal Golf Course is close by, as is Hunter Golf Course, which I understand is a very challenging course.
Virtual tour at www.375Partridge.com. $259,900...
Feel free to check out this listing on my website for more detail.
To visit this home in person, please have your REALTOR(R) call me direct to make an appointment. If you are not currently working with a REALTOR(R), feel free to call me, and I will arrange an appointment for you to view the property.
If you would like to search the MLS for listings in San Luis Obispo County,visit my website. If you have any real estate questions or general questions about Paso Robles or San Luis Obispo County, please contact me via email or call me at (805) 235-0234 for more information.
Ca DRE # 01317192
It starts with a dream…
Tags: paso robles, Paso Robles real estate, Quail Run Estates, retirement home, Sherry Lee Cox
Take advantage of improved tax credits available for a number of energy-efficient home improvements. Find a professional remodeler in your neighborhood at www.nahb.org/remodel to get excellent advice – and your assurance of a project well done. The Existing Home Retrofit Tax Credit (Tax Code Section 25C): Tax credits are available at 30 percent of the cost, up to a $1,500 lifetime limit, for installation in 2009 & 2010 (for existing homes only) of these products:
Building envelope components (Installation costs not included):
Qualified energy products (Installation costs may be included):
The Wind, Solar, Geothermal and Fuel Cell Tax Credit (Tax Code Section 25D): Tax credits are available at 30 percent of the cost, with no cap through 2016, for existing homes and new construction, for:
The energy-efficiency home products must be “placed in service” between Jan. 1, 2009 and Dec. 31, 2010. The credits are only valid for improvements made to the taxpayer's principal residence, except for qualified geothermal, solar, wind property, which can be installed on any home used as a residence by the taxpayer.
Home owners can claim the 25C and 25D credits on Form 5695 when they file their income tax returns. Check with your tax professional to ensure correct application of the energy-efficiency tax credit. Retain all receipts as well as records that include:
- Name and address of manufacturer
- Identification of the class of eligible building envelope component
- Make, model number and any other property identifiers
- A statement that the component is eligible for the credit (may include U factor, class of window or door, etc.)
For a short, one-page description of the energy efficiency tax credits, download this fact sheet.
IRS Clarifies What Qualifies for Home Owner Energy Tax Credit
The Internal Revenue Service has published new guidance on Internal Revenue Code Section 25C, which allows up to a $1,500 tax credit for home owners who install energy-efficient windows, insulation and other qualifying products. The tax credit is equal to 30 percent of the qualified energy efficiency expenses paid by the home owner, but it is limited to $1,500 for improvements made during 2009 and 2010.
Notice 2009-53 explains the requirements for home owners to claim the 25C credit and provides detailed technical information regarding what improvements can qualify. Home owners can claim the credit only for improvements made to an existing home. However, NAHB has learned from the IRS that tax credit-qualified improvements installed in an addition to an existing home also qualify for the 25C program.
Among the highlights:
- Tax credit eligible products must be reasonably expected to remain in use for at least five years. One method taxpayers can rely on to satisfy this requirement is to purchase products from a manufacturer who offers a warranty lasting at least two years at no additional cost.
- Not all Energy Star-rated products that are installed qualify for the tax credit. The Energy Star Web site includes a detailed listing of products that qualify for the section 25C program.
- The credit excludes installation costs for building envelope components — such as insulation and windows. In order for the home owner to claim the credit, the remodeler must provide an itemized breakout of the cost of these installed products, minus any labor or installation charges.
Also of importance, Notice 2009-53 provides the set of transition rules for qualified products installed before June 1, 2009. For these installations, taxpayers can claim for tax credit purposes the installation of property that meets less stringent energy efficiency requirements.
In particular, taxpayers can claim the credit for installation of windows and skylights that meet Energy Star requirements, requirements listed under prior IRS Notice 2006-53 or manufacturers’ certifications for 25C made under IRS Notice 2006-53. For installations on or after June 1, the requirements listed in Notice 2009-53 and described above are binding.
NAHB Teleconference on Claiming Energy-Efficiency Tax Credits
Newly expanded federal tax credits for energy efficiency are providing consumers with added incentives for upgrading their homes. Homeowners now can claim up to $1,500 in tax credits for remodeling their principal residence to reduce energy consumption through the enhanced Existing Home Retrofit (25C) tax credit. During a media teleconference next week, NAHB’s Director of tax issues discussed how to take advantage of the credit, while three professional remodelers from around the country provided examples of the types of projects that may qualify, such as adding insulation, replacing doors and windows, and updating heating and cooling systems. The panelists also provided guidance on selecting a qualified remodeler and certifying home remodelers under the National Green Building Standard, which is the only national standard to certify green home remodeling and renovation projects.
Who:
- Rob Dietz, Director of Tax Issues for the National Association of Home Builders
- Greg Miedema, CGR, CAPS, GMB, CGP, NAHB Remodelers Chairman and President of Dakota Builders, Tucson, Ariz.
- Donna Shirey, CGR, CAPS, CGP, President of Shirey Contracting, Issaquah, Wash.
- Michael Strong, CGR, GMB, CAPS, CGP, President of Brothers Strong, Houston
To listen:
Learn more about how to plan a remodel and hire a professional remodeler at www.nahb.org/remodel.
Use this chart as quick reference for what product specifications may qualify for the tax credit.
SUMMARY OF TAX CREDITS FOR HOMEOWNERS
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Product Type
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Tax Credit Specification
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Tax Credit
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Notes
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Windows & Doors
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Exterior Windows and Skylights
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U factor <= 0.30
SHGC <= 0.30
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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Not all ENERGY STAR labeled windows and skylights qualify for tax credit.
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Storm Windows
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Meets IECC1 in combination with the exterior window over which it is installed, for the applicable climate zone
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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Manufacturer Certification Statement3 will list classes of exterior window (single pane, clear glass, double pane, low-E coating, etc.)4 that a product may be combined with to be eligible in specific climate zones.
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Exterior Doors
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U factor <= 0.30
SHGC <= 0.30
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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Not all ENERGY STAR doors will qualify.
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Storm Doors
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In combination with a wood door assigned a default U-factor by the IECC1, and does not exceed the default U-factor requirement assigned to such combination by the IECC
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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Roofing
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Metal Roofs,
Asphalt Roofs
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ENERGY STAR qualified
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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All ENERGY STAR metal and asphalt roofs qualify for the tax credit.
Must be expected to last five years OR have a two-year warranty.
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Insulation
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Insulation
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Meets 2009 IECC & Amendments
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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For insulation to qualify, its primary purpose must be to insulate. (example: vapor retarders are covered, insulated siding does not qualify).
Must be expected to last five years OR have a two-year warranty
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HVAC
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Central A/C
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Split Systems:
EER >=13
SEER >= 16
Package systems:
EER >= 12
SEER >= 14
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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For a list of qualified products, go to the Consortium for Energy Efficiency product directory, click on Air Conditioners, then in the “CEE Tier” enter “Residential Advanced Tier 3” for CAC Split Systems, and "Residential Tier 2" for CAC Package Systems and ASHPs.
Note — not all ENERGY STAR products will qualify for the tax credit.
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Air Source Heat Pumps
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Split Systems:
HSPF >= 8.5
EER >= 12.5
SEER >= 15
Package systems:
HSPF >= 8
EER >= 12
SEER >= 14
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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Natural Gas or Propane Furnace
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AFUE >= 95
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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For a list of qualifying products go to the Gas Appliance Manufacturing Association
Not all ENERGY STAR products will qualify for the tax credit.
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Oil Furnace
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AFUE >= 90
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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Gas, Propane, or Oil Hot Water Boiler
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AFUE >= 90
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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Advanced Main Air Circulating Fan
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No more than two percent of furnace total energy use
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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Water Heaters
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Gas, Oil, Propane Water Heater
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Energy Factor >= 0.82
or a thermal efficiency of at least 90 percent.
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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Not all ENERGY STAR gas storage and gas condensing water heaters will qualify for the tax credit. All ENERGY STAR gas tankless models will qualify.
All ENERGY STAR gas tankless water heaters will qualify.
For a partial list of qualifying products go to the Air Conditioning, Heating, and refrigeration Institute (AHRI)
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Electric Heat Pump Water Heater
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Same criteria as ENERGY STAR: Energy Factor >= 2.0
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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All ENERGY STAR electric heat pump water heaters qualify for the tax credit.
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Biomass Stove
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Biomass Stove
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Stove which burns biomass fuel5 to heat a home or heat water.
Thermal efficiency rating of at least 75 percent as measured using a lower heating value.
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30 percent of cost, up to $1,5002
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Geo-Thermal Heat Pump
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Geo-Thermal Heat Pump
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Same criteria as ENERGY STAR:
Closed Loop:
EER >= 14.1
COP >= 3.3
Open Loop:
EER >= 16.2
COP >= 3.6
Direct Expansion:
EER >= 15
COP >= 3.5
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30 percent of the cost
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All ENERGY STAR geo-thermal heat pumps qualify for the tax credit.
Use IRS Form 5695
Must be “placed into service” before Dec. 31, 2016.
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Solar Energy Systems
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Solar Water Heating
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At least half of the energy generated by the “qualifying property” must come from the sun. Homeowners may only claim spending on the solar water heating system property, not the entire water heating system of the household.
The credit is not available for expenses for swimming pools or hot tubs.
The water must be used in the dwelling.
The system must be certified by the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation (SRCC).
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30 percent of cost
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All ENERGY STAR solar water heaters qualify for the tax credit.
Use IRS Form 5695
Must be placed in service before December 31, 2016.
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Photovoltaic Systems
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Photovoltaic systems must provide electricity for the residence, and must meet applicable fire and electrical code requirement.
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30 percent of cost
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Use IRS Form 5695
Must be placed in service before Dec. 31, 2016.
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Small Wind Energy Systems
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Residential Small Wind Energy Systems
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30 percent of cost
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Use IRS Form 5695
Must be placed in service before Dec. 31, 2016.
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Fuel Cells
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Residential Fuel Cell and microturbine system
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Efficiency of at least 30 percent and must have a capacity of at least 0.5 kW.
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30 percent of the cost, up to $1500 per .5 kW of power capacity
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Use IRS Form 5695
Must be placed in service before Dec. 31, 2016.
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This information comes from Energy Star, for more information visit the Energy Star Web site at www.energystar.gov/taxcredits.
To learn more about remodeling visit NAHB Remodelers at www.nahb.org/remodel.
If you would like to search the MLS for listings in San Luis Obispo County,visit my website. If you have any real estate questions or general questions about Paso Robles or San Luis Obispo County, please contact me via email or call me at (805) 235-0234 for more information.
Ca DRE # 01317192
It starts with a dream…
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Oso Libre Events ~ March 2010
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Dear Friends,
As the year progresses, we will be sending you notifications on upcoming Oso Libre Events. We are all looking forward to sharing our wines and hospitality with our valued friends and customers. Wine 'Cubs' will have first access to reservations and to exclusive events and tastings. In addition, we will be launching a master calendar section on our web page, so please check here for all up to date event times and details. More events are certain to arise this year and we will be sure to let all of you know as we plan them. Thank you for your continued support!
Salud!
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TUESDAY March9
Red Pepper ~ Oso Libre Wine Tasting
Mark your calendars and get ready to overwhelm your senses with Red Pepper Cuisine and Oso Libre Wines. Come meet some of the Oso Libre Team and learn more about pairing our wines.
Enjoy contemporary Mexican cuisine paired with a comprehensive list of our wines.
2641 Oswell St | Bakersfield, CA | 661-871-5787
Time: Between 5:30pm and 8pm
Cost: $30 per person
RSVP to Sharon@redpepperrestaurant.com
SATURDAY, March20
Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival
In conjunction with the Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival we invite you to enjoy small bite pairings with our Estate Nativo Zinfandel and unique Estate Zinfandel blends. Our single vineyard wines are of very limited quantity and have wonderfully distinctive attributes. It's always interesting and fun to find just the right food pairing for Zinfandel that best highlights and compliments its qualities.
Time: 11am to 5 pm
Cost: $15 ; Wine Club Members $5
Check the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance for more information
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Other Important Dates
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5/20/2010
Paso Robles Wine Festival
7/21/2010 - 8/1/2010
California Mid-State Fair
10/9/2010
Paso Robles Harvest Wine Weekend
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Oso Libre Winery
7383 Vineyard Drive
Paso Robles CA, 93446
Phone: (805) 238 3378
www.osolibre.com
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Sorry, can't hold in my exuberance! Just want to say, "Way to go Team!" Their 6 - 0 lead so early in the game was very unexpected. I, for one, will be tuned in on Sunday to watch the game for the gold! Whether the result is gold or silver, I am so very proud of the way our young men played...
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Five Principles Of Home Staging
By
Amie H. Chaney
Home staging is economical and a well-proven benefit to Realtors and home owners alike. Here are some basic staging principles every home seller can use.
Become a Seller, Not a Dweller
Homeowners must make the mental shift necessary to become Sellers, not Dwellers. It is only then sellers are able to realize they own a commodity to be sold and no longer their home. The way we live in our homes is different than the way we sell our homes. With this mental shift in place, the next step in the process may begin.
Clean and De-clutter
De-cluttering is the first principle used in home staging. Clutter is defined as those items in a room that are not necessary for its function or beauty. Clutter can be too many books, knickknacks, or accessories. With staging, only key accessories and furniture remain. The property will immediately appear more spacious and well cared for.
Here are some tips to keep in mind as it applies to de-cluttering:
- A buyer wants to purchase a move-in ready home. A house that is not clean implies deferred maintenance.
- A buyer is purchasing square footage. Clear the clutter to create the impression of more space.
- Let the light in; buyers are drawn to open, airy spaces.
Appeal to the Masses
With the de-cluttering process accomplished, the next phase is depersonalizing. The buyer will want to mentally personalize it and imagine living in the house when it becomes theirs. This includes using neutral tones throughout as well as general updates which will appeal to the largest segment of potential buyers.
Realtors no longer have the almost impossible task of telling homeowners their faux finished pink bathroom really needs a neutral tone of paint (put in before and after of pink bathroom) or their beloved collection of gargoyles will turn off potential buyers.
If You Can't See It, You Can't Sell It.
Curb appeal is everything. It's the first impression a potential buyer gets of the home. Remember, if you can’t see it you can’t sell it. The easiest and best way to determine what needs to be done to the outside of the home and the lawn is to walk across the street. Look objectively at what the home looks like from that vantage point. Then, take the following curb appeal test:
1) Are the gutters clean and in good repair?
2. How does the driveway look?
3. Do the shrubs need pruning?
4. Do the trees need trimming?
5. How do the flower beds look?
6. Is the walkway leading to the house inviting?
7. Does the lawn look clean and neat?
8. Are the house numbers clearly visible?
9. Does the entryway and front door make a great first impression?
10. Are toys, tools, hoses and any other distracting items put away?
Amie Hebert Chaney, a Home Staging Expert (HSE), says Home Staging is the art of preparing a home for market to give the best possible first impression to potential buyers, resulting in a quicker sale and higher profit. The intent behind home staging is for potential buyers to be able to see the home as theirs. www.homestagingbyamie.com. For information contact FrogPond at 800.704.FROG (3764) or email Susie@FrogPond.com; http://www.FrogPond.com.
It is only after answering and addressing the above curb appeal issues that the seller will have passed the “curb appeal test.”
Maximize Strong Points; Minimize Shortcomings
Finally, it’s important to show off the home’s best features, while hiding its flaws. Showcase focal points such as fireplaces, wood floors, and expansive views and divert attention away from less attractive features by creating alternate interest.
If a home seller is willing to follow these simple steps – clean and de-clutter, depersonalize, increase curb appeal and maximize the home’s strong points - they greatly improve the chances of selling their home quicker and for top dollar.
If you would like to search the MLS for listings in San Luis Obispo County,visit my website. Should you have any real estate questions or general questions about Paso Robles or San Luis Obispo County, please contact me via email or call me at (805) 235-0234 for more information.
Ca DRE # 01317192
It starts with a dream…
The Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival will be held all weekend starting on March 19th, but the main event will be held on March 20th from 5:30 - 9:30 pm in Commercial Building 2 at the Paso Robles Event Center. Zinfully Important Person Tickets are $85, and the Zin Fan Del Tickets are $60. You can purchase tickets at www.pasowine.com or call (800) 549-WINE.
At this event, there will be, of course, wine tasting, local cuisine and the Wine Country Auction. The funds raised through the Wine Country Auction will be used to support the vineyard worker population, and a portion of the funds will be donated to health, education and community service programs for the local vineyard workers and their families.
In addition to the main event at the Paso Robles Event Center, 145 wineries will be hosting their own events throughout the weekend. To plan your weekend, visit www.pasowine.com where all of the participating wineries are listed, along with their planned activities. Also, feel free to visit my website for links to Paso bed & breakfasts, motels, hotels and restaurants.
If you would like to search the MLS for listings in San Luis Obispo County,visit my website. Should you have any real estate questions or general questions about Paso Robles or San Luis Obispo County, please contact me via email or call me at (805) 235-0234 for more information.
Ca DRE # 01317192
It starts with a dream…
After much talk over the last year of Bed, Bath & Beyond pulling out of the Golden Hills Plaza project, it is clear now that this much anticipated retailer plans to open by May. I say it is clear based on the fact that there are "Now Hiring" signs on the 25,000 sq ft building they plan to inhabit next to Lowe's Home Improvement store off of Highway 46 east.
El Pollo Loco, Sky Nails & Spa, Me-n-Ed's Pizza and Circuit City are tenants that were slated to occupy the Golden Hills Plaza but have since cancelled; Circuit City because it claimed bankruptcy and closed nationwide.
The Golden Hills Plaza is located at the corner of Highway 46 East and Golden Hill.
I, for one, welcome Bed, Bath & Beyond into our city. It will definitely fill the void for luxury bed, bath and kitchen accoutrements. At this time, the nearest Bed, Bath & Beyond is in San Luis Obispo.
If you would like to search the MLS for listings in San Luis Obispo County,visit my website. Should you have any real estate questions or general questions about Paso Robles or San Luis Obispo County, please contact me via email or call me at (805) 235-0234 for more information.
Ca DRE # 01317192
It starts with a dream…
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Sherry Lee Cox (Keller Williams Realty North County)
Paso Robles,
CA
More about me…
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Address: 1314 Spring Street, Paso Robles, Ca, 93446
Office Phone: (805) 235-0234
Cell Phone: (805) 235-0234
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