el dorado: All Are Welcome At Nana’s House on the 4th of July
- 07/04/10 01:19 AM
My family is home for the holiday. I am always surprised how this house is quiet so much of the time - almost like a sanctuary! But when everyone comes home, it becomes packed with raw energy.
When daughter Tami arrived, with granddaughters, Isabella and Sophi, they also came with an agenda of finding a new pet bunny.
Within a short time, they were cruising Craig's List on my computer and looking for a furry friend. A couple hours later, the body count at Nana's had increased by 1.
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el dorado: Avoiding the Absolute That Is Only a Maybe
- 06/24/10 03:34 AM
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el dorado: Is It Older Than You?
- 06/04/10 01:36 PM
Last week, while strolling around Old Town Auburn, I came across this beauty. I know what it is, but do you? Perhaps it's before your time! OK - OK, we know it's a Chevrolet. After all it has its insignia poking you in the nose. Let's hear your guesses!
I take pictures for the purpose of remembering fond times. I do not impose copyright restrictions on this photo, so you may feel free to use, or distribute as you wish. However, should you need a Real Estate Professional in the Greater Sacramento area, I hope that you will contact me by email … (24 comments)
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el dorado: When You Can’t Sink a Putt
- 12/20/09 07:32 AM
It's no secret Lake Tahoe offers a number of recreational opportunities on a year round basis. However, yesterday I quickly noticed one of the usual landmarks, Lake Tahoe Golf Course, was nowhere to be seen. The reason - It was covered with snow, and during these winter months is used for a completely different activity - Snowmobiling.
In the Tahoe Basin there are several places that offer this activity to those interested. The pictures above were taken at Lake Tahoe Snowmobile Tours (Tahoe Golf Course), 2500 Emerald Bay Road (Highway 50), South Shore - Lake Tahoe.
Other area snowmobiling activities or accommodations can … (18 comments)
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el dorado: Surrendering to Magellan
- 04/01/09 12:13 PM
Those that know me pretty well; also know that I'm not given to fits of melancholy. However, there are times when I will get really busy with work and activities, which demand my attention for a period of time. When this sometimes happens I get frustrated that I can't get away from it all.I have a little secret. I have one of those little Magellan GPS gadgets in my car. When I have itchy feet and want to go somewhere, but can't possibly get away, I will put a destination address into the GPS gadget. It's like my little mental … (15 comments)
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el dorado: Sales Statistics for Sacramento (and Surrounding Areas) - February 2009
- 03/27/09 02:06 AM
The graph below provides sales statistics for the county of Sacramento. In addition the following link is to the graphs of surrounding counties of El Dorado, Placer and Yuba. These graphs compare February 2009 to the year prior (February 2008), as well as data for January 2009 vs. January 2008. In most areas the number of sales posted was significantly greater to the previous year. However, prices have declined for the same time period. Click Here for Sales Statistical Graphs for Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer and Yuba Counties
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el dorado: School Information for Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, Yuba, Sutter, Yolo Counties
- 03/03/09 10:45 AM
Information about El Dorado County, Placer County, Sacramento County, Sutter County, Yolo County , Yuba County, Elk Grove, Granite Bay and other areas. On these pages you will find school information, links to local government.
El Dorado County
· Black Oak Mine Unified School District
· Buckeye Union School District
· Camino Union
· El Dorado Union High
· Gold Oak Union
· Gold Trail Union
· Indian Diggings School District
· Latrobe SD
· Lake Tahoe Unified
· Placerville Union
· Pollock Pines SD
· Pioneer Union SD
· Rescue UnionPlacer County
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el dorado: Sales Statistics for Sacramento and Surrounding Counties
- 02/26/09 03:20 PM
Here are the latest statistics for Sacramento County through January 2009. They continue to look encouraging as far as number of sales vs. previous year. However, prices continue to lag behind. The additional link goes to a webpage, that provides statistical 4 county data, which includes Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer, and Yuba. I hope this helps!http://www.webstarmagic.com/gmac/stats_4_counties.htm
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el dorado: Statistical Sales Data for Sacramento - December 2008
- 01/24/09 12:57 PM
The following graph provides sales statistics for the county of Sacramento. In addition there are links to the surrounding counties of: El Dorado, Placer and Yuba. They compare December 2008 to the year prior (December 2007), as well as data for November 2008 vs. November 2007. In most areas the number of sales posted was significantly greater to the year prior. However, prices have significantly declined for the same time period. Also linked is a statistical data sheet by zip code for Sacramento, and surrounding areas.
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el dorado: Statistical Sales Data for Sacramento - November 2008
- 12/23/08 10:41 AM
The following graph provides sales statistics for the county of Sacramento. In addition there are links to the surrounding counties of: El Dorado, Placer and Yuba. They compare November 2008 to the year prior (November 2007), as well as data for October 2008 vs. October 2007. In most areas the number of sales posted was significantly greater to the year prior. However, prices have significantly declined for the same time period. Also linked is a statistical data sheet by zip code for Sacramento, and surrounding areas.
Statistical graphs for 4 counties: Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, Yuba
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el dorado: Statistical Sales Data on Sacramento - and Surrounding Areas
- 12/04/08 08:46 AM
The following graph provides sales statistics for the county of Sacramento. In addition there are links to the surrounding counties of: El Dorado, Placer and Yuba. They compare October 2008 to the year prior (October 2007), as well as data for September 2008 vs. September 2007. In most areas the number of sales posted was significantly greater to the year prior. However, prices have significantly declined for the same time period. Also linked is a statistical data sheet by zip code for Sacramento, and surrounding areas.
Statistical graphs for 4 counties: Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, Yuba
Statistical Data by Zipcode for Sacramento and … (2 comments)
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el dorado: 24 Hour Watch
- 09/10/08 10:24 AM
The Sacramento MLS 24 Hour Watch, continues to demonstrate the number of homes going to "Pending Sale" status is near equal to the number of homes entering the market as new listings. The number of price reduced listings continue to rule the day, as sellers become more realistic in their view of the marketplace.It is encouraging to not be as upside down in inventory vs. pending sales, as has been the case in recent times. The Greater Sacramento area appears to be contiuing to work it's way through inventory,
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el dorado: Foreclosures Continue to Raise Spectre Over Greater Sacramento Area
- 09/02/08 03:48 AM
According to a Sacramento Bee article written by Tony Bizjak on Sunday, the Sacramento area is still being hammered by foreclosures. According to Realtytrac, Inc., data demonstrates that one in every 145 households in Sacramento, El Dorado and Placer counties faced foreclosure in July. That represents 5,290 properties.
The percentage of foreclosures nationally were up 55% over July of last year.
The article goes on to mention that mortgage experts do not foresee any relief in the numbers of home foreclosures anytime soon.The question I have for ActiveRain readers is, when do you project that we will begin seeing a turnaround … (1 comments)
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el dorado: Old Sacramento Hosting Gold Rush Days
- 08/28/08 11:44 PM
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el dorado: The Housing Market Divided
- 08/28/08 01:57 AM
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el dorado: Sales Statistics for Sacramento - Month of July 2008
- 08/24/08 02:51 PM
Here are the Sales Statistics for Sacramento County through the Month of July 2008. The number of sales have considerably increased compared to the same month a year ago. In fact they show a 66.2% increase in numbers of sales. However, prices have declined by 33.8% for the same time frame. That represents single family homes numbers. The counties of El Dorado, Placer, and Yuba did not demonstrate the same increased number of sales, but price declines weren't as deep. In addition to the graphic below for Sacramento County. Other graphics are available through the link immediately following here, for El Dorado, … (2 comments)
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el dorado: A Winning Situation for First Time Buyers and Sellers
- 08/14/08 12:56 AM
At the stroke of the pen during the President's recent signing of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, opportunity arrived for First Time Buyers. But even beyond that - it is also good news for Sellers of entry-level houses as well. In recent months many folks dwelling in their first homes, had wished they could move up to larger homes, but were thwarted in doing so by a market that wouldn't easily accommodate the marketing of their present home.
For First Time Buyers, there are incentives and tax saving available. Those who purchase homes between April 9, 2008 and … (2 comments)
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el dorado: Meet Randy Jeffcoat
- 08/09/08 03:48 PM
I want to personally introduce my son, Randy Jeffcoat, to the ActiveRain Community. Randy recently received his real estate license, and will be working in the same GreatWest GMAC office in Sacramento, that I do.
He is Sacramento born and raised, and recently became U.S. Navy Retired after 20 years of service.
Here's Randy's ActiveRain profile: http://activerain.com/randyjeffcoat
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el dorado: Looking for Hidden Treasure for a Down Payment
- 08/04/08 06:42 PM
Just this morning I was trying to conjure some creative new ways for buyers of real estate to come up with extra cash for a down payment. I was talking through the fence with a neighbor, who exclaimed, "I'd need to go on a treasure hunt."I thought about that for a minute, and decided to poke around on the internet, looking for a website which might help a few Californians do just that - and go on a treasure hunt.
Some of you will recall news accountings about the State of California finally getting off their duffs, and trying to … (2 comments)
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el dorado: California State Fair for 2008 - Coming Soon
- 08/03/08 11:13 PM
The Cal Expo fairgrounds come alive every summer as the State Fair becomes a "city within a city" that hosts nearly one million visitors. Folks come from near and far for the memorable delights of this 155-year-old extravaganza that includes exciting exhibits, amazing attractions, live entertainment, and the Magnificent Midway. The 2008 California State Fair will run from August 15 - September 1, 2008, including Mondays and Labor Day.Here is the official site for the event.
http://bigfun.org/fair/index.asp
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