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redding ca real estate: What You Should Know Before Buying a Home - 08/11/11 03:55 PM
Below are ten tips you should be aware of before buying a home:
Before you start looking for your Redding CA home, get pre-qualified for a loan. Banks, credit unions and mortgage bankers make home loans; mortgage brokers process them. The lenders will take an application, process the loan documents, and see the loan through to the funding stage. We also recommend you work with a local lender and if you don't know of one, we can make a recommendations. If you have marginal or bad credit, a lender will also assist you in that process. You may be able … (2 comments)
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redding ca real estate: 10 Reasons to Say YES to First Time Home Buyers - 07/30/11 11:47 PM
First Time Home Buyers ruled the real estate market in 2010 and yes, they're doing it again!
This young generation of buyers are primarily Generation Y-ers (or Millenials), and according to forecasters this generation is predicted to spend $200 billion dollars in the U.S. this year alone.
So why embrace this generation? Here are 10 reasons to say "YES" to First Time Home Buyers:
1. They're well educated
2. They don't sweat the small stuff
3. They know what they want
4. They value your expertise
5. They are motivated
6. They love to text
7. They're contagious
8. They know LOTS … (13 comments)
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redding ca real estate: Meet the Andersons ~ First Time Homeowners - 06/18/11 11:24 PM
One day...on Facebook...
she wrote:
"Hi Chris and Maria, its Michelle. My husband and I were just pre approved for a home loan. We were hoping you would be our realtors. I left you a voicemail. We are hoping you have time next friday to show some houses?"
...and two months later...
...the Andersons become the happy owners of this beautiful home!
It's perfect and just right.
Please join us in congratulating Jonathan and Michelle. We wish them the very best!
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redding ca real estate: Redding CA Short Sale Process: What is a Hardship Letter - 04/10/11 01:50 AM
For years we have been representing clients in Redding CA who are at risk of losing their home. A common question from distressed property owners is "What is a Hardship Letter"?
If you are a homeowner looking for your home loan to be modified, one of your initial steps is the writing of a hardship letter. This letter goes to your lending institution. It explains your financial hardship, what led up to the hardship, and how a modification will help you out of it. It is used to explain to the lender the reasons for your need to do a short sale. Reasons such as divorce, job … (1 comments)
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redding ca real estate: Spring is around the corner, I want to sell my home, where do I start? - 02/11/11 11:48 AM
Recently Received Question About Selling in the Spring
Q. Chris and Maria, we live in a gated community for 55 plus residents here in Redding, CA. We've been talking about selling our house and would like to do that in the Spring if were going to do it...so what do we do next, any recommendations?
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Seller,
First, thank you for turning to us for your real estate needs. We realize you have many choices of real estate agencies and appreciate your loyalty to us!
As a homeowner myself, if I was going to put my house … (1 comments)
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redding ca real estate: Redding Homes Under $150,000 - 01/16/11 02:09 AM
There was a time (not very long ago) where you couldn't buy much for $150,000 in Redding California. Today, you can buy a whole lot of house for under $150,000.
We have put together this list of homes for sale in Redding, consisting of at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The link below provides you with approximately 90 homes to choose from, all neighborhoods throughout Redding, CA.
Get Automatic Email Alerts on Homes for Sale in Redding, CA under $150,000.
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redding ca real estate: Homeownership Does Matter - 01/11/11 02:09 PM
2010 was a year when the media questioned whether home ownership is good for America and challenged federal initiatives that favor home ownership-including the mortgage interest deduction. We recently got an email from a prospective buyer in which he questioned whether he should buy a house now or wait a few more years. In probing for more, we discovered that much of his doubts were coming from the media and a friend who insisted this wasn't the right time to buy. The media attacks seek to persuade the public that such actions (buying a house) is not in their best interest.
Homeownership has … (1 comments)
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redding ca real estate: 5 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Sale - 12/21/10 02:42 PM
5 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Sale
Selling a home in this market may seem difficult for some homeowners but it's not impossible! If you're planning on selling your home in 2012, consider these five tips to get your home ready, doing so will increase its value and shorten your sales time.
1. Should I have a home inspection?
It all depends. If you have a newer home, say a house that was built within the last ten years, we don't think it's necessary for you to get your home inspected. However, if you have an older home and you know there … (4 comments)
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redding ca real estate: Options for Distressed Homeowners - 11/19/10 03:26 PM
Many of homepowners who are at risk of default or who have defaulted on their mortgage believe that foreclosure is their only solution. The short answer is "no", there are there other options available.
We have listed 6 other options available for Distressed Homeowners below, how can we help you?
1. HAFA:The acronym for Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives. It is a fairly new government program to help homeowners avoid foreclosure. HAFA provides for lenders and homeowners to carry out a short sale or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure. An incentive has been established for homeowners of $3,000 for a successfully completed short sale or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure.
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redding ca real estate: Sunset Terrace Market Report ~ Redding CA - 10/27/10 06:43 PM
As of Wednesday, October 27, 2010 the real estate market in Sunset Terrace- Redding, CA shows:
•· Four homes for sale ranging from $215,000 to $329,000
•· Three homes are in escrow
•· Three homes have sold (closed escrow) in the last 12 months ranging from $139,000 - $270,000.
•· The average listing price for the nine homes for sale (including those in escrow) is $134/sqft.
•· Average days on the market from listing date to first day of escrow is 107 days
Why buy a home in Sunset Terrace?
Curb appeal
Wide, clean, walkable streets
Well established neighborhoods with … (1 comments)
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redding ca real estate: What $300,000 Buys In Homes Across Shasta County - 10/18/10 02:46 PM
Interesting article by Forbes.com on "What $300,000 Buys in Homes Across America". By this article, it looks like it doesn't buy you much in San Diego where their median home price is still above the national average at $392,600. Yet, in Houston you're able to buy a huge 3,100+ square foot home with all the bells and whistles.
This got me thinking about our local area. What can $300,000 buy you across Shasta County. I hand-picked these properties based on my opinion of "best bang for your buck" keeping in mind location, condition and return on your investment. Some of the features for several of these … (1 comments)
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redding ca real estate: Completely Renovated House in Anderson, CA ~ $159,000 - 09/29/10 03:53 PM
Click Here To View Virtual TourPowered by: ClassifiedFlyerAds.com Totally & tastefully renovated Anderson home, is ready for you to move-in. Wood floors, paint, modern touch in both bathrooms, newer HVAC unit, gorgeous kitchen with all stainless-steel appliances & granite countertops. Livingroom with granite fireplace plus a huge family room. Flat, large backyard. The 12.5 x 32.5 screened porch would make a perfect recreation room, sunroom or whatever you desire. Asking $159,000 … (0 comments)
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redding ca real estate: Have we hit bottom yet? - 11/19/09 05:35 PM
We're often asked this question by friends, family and clients and while it's important to clarify that not all homes hit bottom at the same time, if we look purely at local MLS numbers and current market activity, we can safely say that Redding's Real Estate market in general has seen the bottom. The decline of home values has slowed down in our area and our "pending" sales continue to increase every month...causing sales activity to remain solid. A recent index by Zillow, indicated that Redding's home values for the month of September were up 0.1% compared to August and down … (4 comments)
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redding ca real estate: Redding CA Real Estate Market Update - 11/08/09 01:39 AM
Home inventory is going down and sales activity is going up! That is great news for the Shasta County real estate market. Anything under $200,000 sells...that seems to be where the buyers are. This is primarily due in part to the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit which was recently extended through 2010. For those that waited "until prices come down", their patience was well worth it!
The average days on the market for homes in the Redding, CA area are around 130 days. Almost 50% of our unsold inventory is a foreclosed property or pre-foreclosure (short-sale). Homeowners who have not been able … (0 comments)
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redding ca real estate: Is it necessary to preview homes? - 01/20/09 04:35 PM
Call me old-school but I still think it's essential to preview our inventory. I've been told that my time could be put to better use but I have a thing about "seeing" the inventory personally. I mean, virtual tours have certainly made things convenient and totally useful but they can't tell me everything I need to know.
For instance, many agents (in efforts to highlight certain features of a home) include such things like "RV parking" but often times I get out to preview a listing only to find that you can barely fit a boat, let alone an RV! Another … (5 comments)
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redding ca real estate: Redding, CA ~ Simply a beautiful place to live - 09/19/08 08:08 AM
For most people, quality of life comes first. After several years of living in a city, you can truly appreciate the difference of living in a smaller, roomier town! Redding is just that type of town...although it's smaller than the surrounding metro areas like San Francisco, Reno and Sacramento, Redding offers big city amenities with a relaxing and friendly atmosphere. Simply a beautiful place to live!
Where is Redding located? We are located at the north end of the central valley, just a short two hour drive north of Sacramento and three hours east of Eureka and San Francisco. We are nestled … (1 comments)
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redding ca real estate: Affordable House in Redding, CA (Localism Featured) - 07/25/08 04:04 PM
New Listing: MLS #08-4300
What makes this house appealing:
* Completely Remodeled * Beautiful Neighborhood * Location * Price $297,000
Located on 676 Country Oak Drive, this pretty home is located in the desirable area of Country Oaks Subdivision across from Bethel Christian School off Hwy. 299 (heading East). Houses on hills, lots of mature, green trees, ideal area for family walks, friendly neighbors and within ten minutes to Redding Waterworks Park, Raley's shopping center, local Starbucks on Lake Blvd., Subway, Shasta College, Simpson University, Mountain View Middle School, McConnell Walking Trails and Interstate 5.
House Features
3BR/2BA, 1780 square feet
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redding ca real estate: Real Estate Deals ~ Redding CA - 03/27/08 11:10 AM
Everyone's looking for real estate deals these days and they'll find them! Being in the business affords us the ability to find our clients such us first time home buyers and investors some really good deals here in Shasta County!
Approximately 10% of the MLS listed properties are either in a pre-foreclosure or foreclosure situation. No wonder we're seeing more and more investors willing to invest in California! The time is right and the choices are many. Check this list of hand-picked properties we recommend. If interested, give us a call and we'll provide you with more information.
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Chris & Maria Jeantet Redding's Real Estate Couple
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