Buying A Short Sale In Monterey County - 08/31/10 04:30 PM
Buying a short sale in Monterey County is a thought many people have entertained. It is true short salesare dominating the real estate market right now.  Monterey County is faced with hundreds even thousands of homeowners who can no longer afford their property.   For a buyer as well as a seller, there are positive and negative aspects of trying to purchase or sell a short sale property. 
 
BE REALISTIC It may take more time than you think...When one purchases a short sale property, it means that the lender who holds the note for the current owner must agree to take less than what … (1 comments)

Evenings At Monterey Bay Aquarium - 08/28/10 12:33 PM
 
 This is a picture my husband and I took on Fisherman's Wharf a couple of nights ago...gorgeous moon over Monterey Bay. The wharf was alive with local fisherman and kids were on the docks fishing....and enjoying the evening.  Monterey Bay Aquarium has extended Saturday and Sunday hours until 8 p.m. where you can explore the aquarium and listen to Jazz Festival players.  It is a great way to spend the evening where the crowds are less and the magical sights of the aquarium and the out of this world view from the back deck will take your breath away.
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Monterey County Real Estate Sales Statistics - 08/27/10 05:25 PM
Monterey County Real Estate Sales Statistics as of 08-19-2010.
Sales of single family residences in Monterey County for July 2010: 286 sales at a median sales price of $245,000.  This compared to last year where there were 363 total sales in the month of July at a median sales price of $219,000.  The good news is that it appears that the median sales price has gone up.
June of 2010 saw 328 sales at a median price of $250,000 June 2009 475 sales with a median sales price of $205,000. 

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Help I Owe More Than My House Is Worth - 08/27/10 05:02 PM
Help I owe more than my house is worth..is this you?  If it is, you are not alone.  Many people bought houses at unbelievably high prices in Monterey County and now they do not know where to turn.  The mortgage is too high, the expenses are choking their finances and they don't know what to do.  The banks are sending notices, which go unopened, the mortgage is not getting paid, the creditors are calling all day...it is not fun. 
Maybe you have tried to get a loan modification and are frustrated because you call and call and send the documentation that … (6 comments)

Monterey County Fair - 08/27/10 02:35 PM
Monterey County Fair is coming on September 1.  There are free concerts and special days for the duration of the fair which runs September 1-6. 
Weds September 1 is kids day..kids 12 and under get in free all day
Thurs September 2 is Seniors Day 65+ get in for $3.00
Friday September 3 is Military Appreciation Day all active military get in free
Saturday Sept 4th is Junior Livestock Auction day and Sunday is Fiesta day with entertainment from noon-6:00 p.m.
Monterey County Fair is a small fair, but I have always enjoyed seeing all of the exhibits, livestock, and eating the … (1 comments)

Homes for Sale In Monterey California - 08/25/10 09:41 PM
Homes for sale in Monterey California.  I just checked the MLS and  there are 100 active listings in the 93940 zip code.  These properties are priced from a low of $512,000 all the way up to a maximum list price of $5,900.000.
 
The higher end properties of these homes for sale in Monterey, California are ocean view homes on the Big Sur Coast.  They boast amazing ocean views and breathtaking scenery.  One can purchase a home in the Old Del Monte neighborhood near golf and beaches for a minimum of around $780,000 all the way up to the $2,500.000 price … (0 comments)

Buying A Home On The Monterey Peninsula - 08/24/10 10:14 PM
Buying a home on the Monterey Peninsula is becoming obtainable for more people.  With some great deals out there and low interest rates, now is the time to consider buying a home.  I have great knowledge of this area and would love to show you around. 
If you want to find out what is available on the Monterey Peninsula give me a call.  I can set you up with the same web information that I use.  You can play 24/7 on the MLS and know what is available.
 
Leslie DeLuca for all of  your Monterey Peninsula Real Estate Needs!!
831-214-1934
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Monterey County Homes For Sale - 08/18/10 08:32 PM
Monterey County Homes For Sale
 

 
Monterey County is alive with history and diverse neighborhoods bursting with rich cultural activities.  One can choose to live in a Monterey County small victorian community like Pacific Grove, where one can walk down the street from  home to a favorite local hangout, and discuss the days activties,  to the Monterey County homes for sale in golf community of Pebble Beach with million dollar mansions and celebrity neighbors, (There are some great deals in Pebble Beach right now).   to the Italian communities in Monterey where families have lived since coming from Italy … (0 comments)

Short sales in Monterey County - 08/17/10 03:54 PM
Short Sales in Monterey County are allowing people to sell for less than they owe through the short sale process. It does not matter how many other assets or other properties people may have.
You can short sale your Monterey County Property  The HAFA program allow sellers get some moving money from the lender in some cases.  Your credit is not as damaged in a short sale as it is in a foreclosure.  If considering a short sale one huge word of advise is to contact a tax professional to make sure you will not have tax consequences. 
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I WANT TO BUY A HOME IN MONTEREY COUNTY - 08/10/10 05:49 PM
I want to buy a home in Monterey County.  Congratulations..you could not have chosen a more magnificent area to call home.  I know you are wondering just how much it will cost to buy a home in Monterey County.  I hope this information helps you to buy a home in Monterey County
The median sales price of  single family homes in Monterey County is $250,000 as of June 2010.  There were 328 sales as compared to 475 sales last June at a median sales price of $205,000.  Overallyear to date sales in Monterey County for 2010 is 1,952 homes with a median … (0 comments)

Homes For Sale In Monterey County - 08/10/10 05:41 PM
Homes for sale in Monterey County. 

The good news is that the average price of homes in this magnificent area have dropped.  Although the market is dominated by short sales and bank owned properties, there are still some traditional sales out there and the short sale process has become less time consuming as the HAFA program has come into play.
The median sales price of  single family homes in Monterey County is $250,000 as of June 2010.  There were 328 sales as compared to 475 sales last June at a median sales price of $205,000.  Overallyear to date sales in Monterey … (0 comments)

Rio Del Mar/Aptos Ocean View Home For Sale - 08/09/10 01:09 PM
 
Rio Del Mar/Aptos Ocean View home for sale. 
Rio Del Mar area home has beenremodeled with amazing ocean views.  You can see all the way to Monterey!!  Unique multi-level home.  Great Kitchen with top of the line appliances.  Large bedrooms,  Watch the sunset on your deck while letting the stress of the day melt away.  Property is on a quiet tree lined street and has been upgraded in the last few years.  Wonderful kitchen with top of the line appliances.  Tile and hardwood floors, Milgard UV coated windows, Property is close to beaches, golf and shopping.  Easy commute to Bay area.

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Rio Del Mar Ocean View Home for Sale - 08/09/10 12:24 PM
 
RIO DEL MAR OCEAN VIEW HOME FOR SALE
3 BEDROOM 2 BATH HOME IN POPULAR RIO DEL MAR.  VIEWS TO MONTEREY, WATCH THE SUNSET ON THE DECK AND LEAVE THE WORLD BEHIND.  GOURMET KITCHEN WITH TOP OF THE LINE APPLIANCE, TERRA COTTA TILE FLOORS, HARDWOOD AND BERBER CARPET.  HOUSE HAS BEEN UPDATED IN THE LAST 5 YEARS AND BOASTS NEW MILGARD WINDOWS, NEWER DURALAST ROOF AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL.  APPROX 1800 SQUARE FEET WITH PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP ALL AROUND YOU,


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