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buyer: Elmhurst and Tahoe Park Sales Data - March 2012 (Sacramento, Ca) - 04/09/12 08:39 PM
There were 9 homes sold in Elmhurst and Tahoe Park in the month of March 2012.  That is a slight decrease from the 10 homes sold in the area in the month of  February 2012.  Here are the addresses and specific information.

 
Currently there are: 17 active listings, 5 active short sales, 15 contingent short sales, and 16 pending sales.
If you would like more information (pictures, listing history, what type of sales they were, etc.) feel free to call or email and I’d be happy to provide that for you.  Call or email me if you are looking to buy or … (0 comments)

buyer: Rosemont Sales in March 2012 (Sacramento, Ca) - 04/05/12 09:31 PM
There were 29 homes sold in Rosemont in the month of March, 2012.  That is slight increase from the 17 that sold in February.  Here are the addresses and specific information.
 
 
 
 
 
Currently there are: 13 Active listings, 10 Active short sale listings, 27 Contingent Short Sales  and 28Pending Sales
 
If you would like more information (pictures, listing history, what type of sales they were, etc.) feel free to call or email and I’d be happy to provide that for you.  Call or email me if you are looking to buy or sell in the 95826 zip code.  … (5 comments)

buyer: College-Glen Real Estate Update Q1 2012 - Sacramento, Ca - College Greens, Glenbrook - 04/03/12 09:03 PM
Real Estate Agent, Doug Reynolds, is a resident and specialist of the College Greens/Glenbrook neighborhood in Sacramento, Ca.  This video details the 2012 first Quarter Real Estate statistics in the neighborhood.  He also shows a comparison to last quarter and the quarter from one year ago.  In 2012 Q1, the neighborhood saw an unusual spike in distressed bank owned properties.  These poor condition sales drove down the median price.  But don't be fooled, the neighborhood is currently experiencing a Seller's Market.  The homes that show well, are marketed well and priced right are getting multiple offers, over list price in just a … (0 comments)

buyer: Doug Reynolds Real Estate has upgraded their Marketing Department to better serve Buyers, Sellers and Investors in Sacramento Real Estate - 03/27/12 02:42 PM
We’ve Upgraded our 
Marketing Department !!!



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 channel and follow his blog.  New stuff is added nearly every day
 and it’s also a great way to refer a buddy, co-worker, family
 member or play-date that needs to buy or sell in the Sacramento
 Area.  Did you know that: there is currently more demand for
 houses in our area than there is supply and that a few more homes
 on the market in our area would be a good thing, the current
 buyers would quickly absorb that extra supply…or that Mortgage
 interest rates are now lower than they have ever been in history. 
 Well, don’t worry, my Daddy knows all that and even more.  Thanks
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  Doug Reynolds
916.494.8441
www.SellWithDoug.com
 
             
 

 

 
 
He loves referrals. It means he can work with people just like you!
 
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buyer: Answers for First-Time Buyers - 03/25/12 04:32 PM

March 2, 2012| by Sarah Stelmok, ABR, GRI, e-Pro
 
Many people in the market today are first-time home buyers who would not have been able to buy when home prices were higher. Enticed both by lower prices and bank promotions, these eager hopefuls are have taken the signs of deals as the best chance to make their first real estate move  .
While all home buyers need help with the short sale process, it’s especially challenging to address the needs and concerns of a first-time home buyer who has decided a short sale is the home for them. Here’s how to … (0 comments)

buyer: Don’t Forget To Save Money On Your Taxes This Year - 03/20/12 07:07 PM

 
Homeowners should be aware of these tax breaks that they may be eligible to receive. Consult a Certified and licensed Tax Professional.
Mortgage interest: Homeowners are generally entitled to reduce their taxable income by the amount of mortgage interest they pay, as long as they itemize deductions on their tax returns.  Private mortgage insurance: Homeowners who are paying PMI likely will be able to fully deduct the amount, as long as their adjusted gross income is $100,000 or less ($50,000 for married taxpayers filing separately).  Borrowers with incomes above $100,000 may qualify for a partial deduction. Energy-efficient home improvements: … (1 comments)

buyer: Sacramento County Housing Statistics for February 2012 - 03/12/12 07:53 PM

 
Median Sales price Rises!
 
The law of supply and demand are beginning to take effect in the Sacramento Area Real Estate Market.  For months and months I’ve been sharing how there is extremely low inventory and huge buyer demand, multiple offers and bidding wars on well-priced houses.  February 2012 is showing that in the numbers now.  The median sales price increase by 1.9% from January to a new median of $163,000.  For over a year, the median price has been in the 160 range, showing a sign of flattening/bottoming in our area.  The inventory is at its lowest … (1 comments)

buyer: First Time Home Buyer Thoughts - 03/10/12 02:55 PM

 
Home buying doesn’t begin with home searching; it begins with a mortgage pre-approval.  Often, first-time home buyers fear getting pre-approved because they’re afraid the lender may tell them they do not qualify for a mortgage or they qualify for a loan smaller than expected.  However, by getting preapproved, buyers will make a financial decision rather than an emotion one. Another mistake first-time home buyers make is not thinking of a house as a long-term commitment.  If a buyer may have to switch jobs in a year or two and may have to move for the job, they should think … (2 comments)

buyer: Arden Park and Arden Oaks - Sales Data for February 2012 - 03/08/12 07:19 PM
There were 5 homes sold in Arden Park and Arden Oaks in February 2012.  That is slight decrease from the 6 sold in the month of January 2012.  Here are the addresses and specific information:
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
There are currently: 18 active listings, 3 active short sale listings, 6 contingent short sale listings, and 9 pending sales.
 
If you would like more information (pictures, listing history, what type of sales they were, etc.) feel free to call or email and I’d be happy to provide that for you.  Call or email me if you … (0 comments)

buyer: Elmhurst and Tahoe Park Sales Data - February 2012 (Sacramento, Ca) - 03/07/12 06:48 PM
There were 10 homes sold in Elmhurst and Tahoe Park in the month of February 2012.  That is a decrease from the 11 homes sold in the area in the month of January 2012.  Here are the addresses and specific information.

 
 


 
Currently there are: 10 active listings, 7 active short sales, 17 contingent short sales, and 13 pending sales.
If you would like more information (pictures, listing history, what type of sales they were, etc.) feel free to call or email and I’d be happy to provide that for you.  Call or email me if you are looking … (0 comments)

buyer: Rosemont Sales in February 2012 (Sacramento, Ca) - 03/06/12 03:00 PM
 
There were 20homes sold in Rosemont in the month of February, 2012.  That is slight increase from the 17 that sold in January .  Here are the addresses and specific information.
 

 

 
 
Currently there are: 17 Active listings, 9 Active short sale listings, 31Contingent Short Sales  and 29Pending Sales
 
If you would like more information (pictures, listing history, what type of sales they were, etc.) feel free to call or email and I’d be happy to provide that for you.  Call or email me if you are looking to buy or sell in the 95826 zip code.  … (1 comments)

buyer: Pay Off Mortgage Early To Save Money - 03/03/12 09:10 AM
By Marcie Geffner, Associated Press
Paying off your mortgage might sound like an ambitious plan, especially if you have recently refinanced into a 30-year term. But it's still smart for homeowners to give some serious thought as to how they'll pay off their home loan; if not in 2012, then sometime.
An early mortgage payoff can net substantial interest savings compared to making scheduled payments for 15 or 30 years.
Paying more quickly reduces your housing cost, freeing up that money, says Ronit Rogoszinski, a wealth adviser at Arch Financial Group in Garden City, N.Y. You'll still be responsible for property … (1 comments)

buyer: History of Mortgage Interest Rates - 03/01/12 06:37 PM
By Marcie Geffner • Bankrate.com
Mortgage interest rates have been pretty attractive for a long stretch of time. So long, in fact, that many homebuyers and homeowners might not realize that rates haven't always been this low. Mortgage interest rates in the 4-percent range were unheard of until 2010, and rates in the 5-percent range were unknown prior to 2003, according to Bankrate.com surveys through the years and a chart of monthly average mortgage interest rates tracked by the Federal Reserve since 1971.
Prior to 2003, higher mortgage interest rates were the norm. In the early 1970s, rates hovered in the 7-percent range and spiked up above 9 percent … (0 comments)

buyer: Pick A Realtor You Trust And Then Let Them Do Their Job. - 02/29/12 06:54 PM
Doug Reynolds, a Sacramento Area Realtor, gives advise and opinion for buyers that are in the hunt for a home.  Buyers need to carefully select the Realtor they want to work with, discuss their wants and needs and then hand over their trust to the agent they picked.  A lot of times buyers can end up being their own worst enemies in this current market of low inventory, bank owns, foreclosures, short sales and auctions.  The most important thing for buyers in this market is taking the time to find the right match with an agent.
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buyer: Converting Foreclosures To Rentals To Help The Real Estate Market - 02/23/12 09:21 AM

 
Talking Points
·         In coming weeks, federal policy makers could roll out pilot programs to further test the concept of renting out single-family homes.  
·         There are two different types of programs that officials are likely to consider.  Under the first, the Federal Housing Administration could sell properties in bulk to investors who agree to rent them out.  
·         A more likely option for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would be to set up pools of properties in which third-party investors would take a stake.  Investors could be responsible for handling maintenance and day-to-day operation of the rental pool, with Fannie and … (0 comments)

buyer: Elmhurst and Tahoe Park Sales Data - January 2012 (Sacramento, Ca) - 02/06/12 10:31 PM
There were 11 homes sold in Elmhurst and Tahoe Park in the month of January 2012.  That is a decrease from the 19  homes sold in the area in the month of  December  .  Here are the addresses and specific information.

 
 
Currently there are: 13 active listings, 8 active short sales, 11 contingent short sales, and 13 pending sales.
If you would like more information (pictures, listing history, what type of sales they were, etc.) feel free to call or email and I’d be happy to provide that for you.  Call or email me if you are looking to buy or … (0 comments)

buyer: What Your Remodeling Contract Should Say - 02/01/12 04:12 PM

By: Oliver Marks
Review your remodeling contract carefully and adjust it to make sure it protects you in terms of payments, work schedules, and project specifications.
The essential job of a construction contract is to spell out the project’s “scope of work.” This is the document you and your contractor will consult throughout the job, so make sure it’s as detailed as possible.
Some states require the contractor to write his license number on the document and to include a clause that allows you to rescind within a certain time period after signing. Check your state laws to learn what your construction contract … (1 comments)

buyer: Compile a Home Inventory with the Right Tools - 01/27/12 10:34 PM

By: Gwen Moran
A home inventory of your belongings for insurance purposes is a relatively inexpensive way to make any future claims go smoother.
Take pictures of your belongings
Photos of your belongings go a long way toward demonstrating ownership and value. Digital photos are preferred, since they're easier to print and store. A decent digital camera costs less than $100. Be sure to get full-room shots, as well as close-ups of items. Don't neglect to photograph possessions inside drawers, cabinets, and closets.
Video is even more convenient and effective, especially since you can record audio along with the images. Describe … (1 comments)

buyer: 8 Tips for Finding Your New Home - 01/25/12 10:01 PM
 

By: G. M. Filisko
A solid game plan can help you narrow your homebuying search to find the best home for you.
1. Know thyself Understand the type of home that suits your personality. Do you prefer a new or existing home? A ranch or a multistory home? If you’re leaning toward a fixer-upper, are you truly handy, or will you need to budget for contractors?
2. Research before you look List the features you most want in a home and identify which are necessities and which are extras. Identify three to four neighborhoods you’d like to live in based … (0 comments)

buyer: What went wrong with foreclosure aid programs? - 01/13/12 11:27 AM

By Julie Schmit, USA TODAY Steven and Lisa Maultsby lost their Mississippi home to foreclosure this year.
At the time, they thought they were being reviewed for a loan modification through the U.S. government's foreclosure-prevention program.  A Realtor knocking on their door to tell them to vacate told them otherwise.
"I'm bitter," says Steven Maultsby, 51, who works with undersea robots in the oil industry. "We did everything they told us to do."  The Maultsbys are angry not only at their mortgage company, but also at the government, and they're two voices among a discontented chorus.
The Obama administration's initial … (1 comments)