Hope for Ventura County Real Estate

Just Listed on the Ventura Hillside!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 10:40:31 -0500

Enjoy beautiful sunsets from this single story Ventura Hillside home in the much sought after neighborhood of Ondualndo.

The backyard pergola complete with built in BBQ and brick patio make a great setting for your next dinner party al Fresco!

Did I mention the Fire Pit? Imagine......star gazing, city lights views.....

Pretty nice kitchen, eh? Custom cabinets, soapstone counter tops, professional stainless steel appliances, butcher block island...........You might be able to cook up a little something special in this kitchen!

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 1pm - 4pm

991 Via Ondulando Ventura, CA 93003

Offered at $725,000

More information and more pics too at:

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Where The Livin' is Easy!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:45:00 -0500

This post by an associate in my office hit "home" for me and I thought my readers might enjoy it too!

Via Janis Calkins (Ventura Property Shoppe):

During boom time in real estate, purchasing a home gets distorted by the word "profit" and how fast that profit can be accomplished. Thus comes along the term "flip" as well. Buy a home, fix it up and flip it. There were actually people making a living doing this. Was this really a good situation for any of us? Maybe the few that made a bit of fast cash would say so, but what occupation do they have now? And in the long run didn't this driving up the prices so quickly have an awful impact?

Let's think back to when the very first homes were constructed....now picture this...no more igloos, tents, homemade log cabins....but actually homes being built in multiples for people to purchase. These homes were purchased for protection, security, ease of living and long term enjoyment. Security, warmth, comfort and amenities are really good reasons to purchase a home!

Yes, now IS a good time to purchase a home, but for different reasons than that overnight profit syndrome.

Refocus on the consumption value of the home.

Purchase it to live in and enjoy.

Define your time line for utilizing and enjoying the home.

Analyze the current price level of the market combined with mortgage rates-does it look good? You bet!

Utilize the first time $8,000 homebuyers credit now.

Affordability is better now than in prior years. You need $20,000 less in income today to purchase a median priced home than two years ago. Also, you save $500/month on principal, interest and taxes.

"Don't wait to buy real estate, buy real estate and wait!

Ventura County is a place where the Livin' is Easy.....beautiful beaches, sunsets, views, weather, entertainment, food, cultural events etc....let's continue to make this a great beach community to live in. Put down roots and stay awhile.....

Currently for sale!

http://www.JanisCalkins.com

http://www.Venturahomesforsale.org

Wordless Wednesday - Coastal Gem!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:58:24 -0500

Just Sold in Ventura!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 10:26:47 -0500

Another lucky homeowner has just closed escrow on their dream home! This beautiful home is located in sunny east Ventura in a quiet neighborhood. This newer construction home boasts over 2800 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. This home also has a loft and one of the bedrooms is located downstairs. A 3 car garage provides all the storage you could need!

345 Contra Costa

Ventura, CA 93004

Sold for $660,000

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Local Farmers Markets

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 10:10:58 -0500

Mondays:
West Hollywood; 9 a.m. tp 2 p.m.; Plummer Park, 1200 N Vista Street at Fountain Avenue (323-848-6502).

Tuesdays:
Santa Barbara; 3 to 6:30 p.m.; 500 and 600 blocks of State Street (805-962-5354).

Wednesdays:
Ventura; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Pacific View mall parking lot facing Main Street 805-529-6266

Santa Barbara; 1 to 5 p.m.; La Cumbre Plaza, 3800 block State Street 805-962-5354).

Thursdays:
Oxnard; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Plaza Park at Fifth and C streets (805-483-7960).

Thousand Oaks; 2 to 6:30 p.m. Hillcrest Center, 403 W. Hillcrest Drive. (parking lot atop the former city hall building in Thousand Oaks). 805-529-6266

Fridays:
Montecito; 8 to 11:15 a.m.; 1100 and 1200 blocks of Coast Village Road (805-962-5354).

Simi Valley; 3 to 8 p.m.; Simi Valley Town Center, 1555 Simi Town Center Way, in the parking lot in frony of Limon Latin Grill (805-643-6458).

Saturdays:
Camarillo; 8 a.m. to noon; 2220 Ventura Blvd. (805-
482-1507).

Ventura; 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Fish Market behind Andria's Seafood Restaurant at 1449 Spinnaker Drive (fisherman's market).

Ventura; 8:30 to noon; Palm and Santa Clara streets (805-529-6266).

Santa Barbara; 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Santa Barbara and Cota streets (805-962-5354).

Sundays:
Ojai; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 300 E. Matilija St (805-698-5555).

Oxnard, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Harbor and Channel Islands boulevards (includes a fishermen's market) 805-643-6458).

Santa Clarita; 8:30 a.m. to noon; College of the Canyons (parking lot 8 off Valencia Blvd. (805-529-6266)

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Happening in Ventura This Week!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 10:04:51 -0500

Tuesday March 24, 8:30 a.m.
Ventura County Board of Supervisors meeting
County Government Center Hall of Administration, 800 S. Victoria Ave.
For more information go online to http://www.ventura.org/ .

Tuesday March 24, 6 p.m.
PEAK Spelling Bee
Community meeting room at City Hall, 501 Poli St.
PEAK after-school program hosts fifth-grade Spelling Bee. For more information contact Mario Robinson at (805) 647-7807.

Tuesday March 24, 6 to 8 p.m.
Discussion: Medical Imaging today
Community Memorial Hospital, eighth floor, 147 N. Brent St.
Community Memorial Health System seminar will discuss medical imaging today, including the latest developments, testing and procedures for both heart and breast care. For more information contact (805) 652-5436.

Wednesday March 25, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Workshop: "What To Do When Your Kids Are Driving You Crazy"
Pierpont Elementary School, 1254 Martha's Vineyard Court
Free parenting workshop, "What To Do When Your Kids Are Driving You Crazy" presented by Deborah Fox of Positive Learning. For more information contact (805) 648-6846 or register online at http://www.positiveparenting.com .

Saturday March 28, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Parking Lot Sale
4574 Market Street
Fundraising parking lot sale sponsored by Prudential California Realty to benefit the American Cancer Society. For more information contact (805) 677-7300.

Saturday March 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Main Street Mini Fair
Mini-park in the 300 block of Main Street
Main Street Mini Fair, volunteer artists and musicians offer live music, arts and crafts, and children's activities. For more information contact (805) 648-1902 or email mainstreetfair@yahoo.com .

Saturday March 28, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday March 29, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Ventura College Foundation Marketplace
4667 Telegraph Road in the East lot
The Ventura College Foundation marketplace features antiques, collectibles, arts and crafts, new and used clothing, school and office supplies and more. For more information contact (805) 648-8962.

www.VenturaRealEstate.org

Just Listed in Ventura!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 11:08:00 -0500

101 Azusa Ventura, CA 93004
JUST LISTED!

Brand New Listing! 4 Bedroom PLUS Loft home in a quiet community. Close to park.

Interior Features:
Forced Air, Walk-In Closet, Laundry Room, Appliances, Dining Room, Fireplace, Family Room, LOFT.

Exterior Features:
Landscaping, Deck/Patio, Grill/Barbeque, Fenced Yard.

Community Features:
Spa/Hot Tub, Swimming Pool

Price: $549,900

Type: Single Family Residential for Sale

Floors: Multiple

Parking/Garage: 2

Bedrooms: 4

Baths:2

Half Baths:1

Square Feet: 2250

Year Built: 1994

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For more information contact:

Hope Goss
Ventura Real Estate Consultant
Phone: (805)320-HOPE
Hope@HopeGoss.com
www.hopegoss.com

First Annual Crab Feast!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 09:46:30 -0600

Come and feast on Crab!

Ventura Police Activities League & Downtown Lions Club Presents It's First Annual Crab Feast!

Benefiting Ventura Police Activities League and Downtown Lions Club Charities
Where: Ventura County Fair Grounds, Santa Rosa Hall
When: March 20, 2009, Social Hour: 6:30pm - 7:30pm, Dinner: 7:30
Come and feast on ALL YOU CAN EAT Crab

For tickets, reservations and sponsorships call:

Jeff Roundy • 805-701-0653 or e-mail: jeff@homesbyjeff.com

Linda Mendelsohn • 805-658-2139 or e-mail: customawards@sbcglobal.net

Tickets: $40.00 per person in advance; $45.00 at the door; reserve a table for 8 for $350.00

Pasta by Watermark

Salad by Aloha Steak House

Grilled Bread

Enjoy DJ, dancing, no host bar, silent & live auction!

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Motivational Monday

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 11:04:49 -0600

"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." Herman Cain

Find the little things that you do each day that bring you joy, success will follow! What's not to enjoy about showing a home with a view like this to a buyer?

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Wordless Wednesday - A Dog's Life!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 12:07:29 -0600

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Community Events This Week in Ventura

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 10:10:11 -0600

Here's an update of community events this week in Ventura:

Saturday February 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday February 15, noon to 4 p.m.
Used book Sale
E. P. Foster Library, 651 E. Main St.
Used book sale, sponsored by the San Buenaventura Friends of the Library will be on Saturday and Sunday. For more information contact Will Thompson at (805) 642-4358 or Wily1@earthlink.net .

Saturday February 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Main Street Mini Fair
Mini-park in the 300 block of Main Street
Main Street Mini Fair, volunteer artists and musicians offer live music, arts and crafts, and children's activities. For more information contact (805) 648-1902 or email mainstreetfair@yahoo.com .

Saturday February 14, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday February 15, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Ventura College Foundation Marketplace
4667 Telegraph Road in the East lot
The Ventura College Foundation marketplace features antiques, collectibles, arts and crafts, new and used clothing, school and office supplies and more. For more information contact (805) 648-8962

Search the MLS for Ventura Real Estate Listings at:

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Oxnard Community Updates

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 10:05:45 -0600

Thursday February 12, 4:30 p.m.
Library Board Meeting
Oxnard Public Library, Meeting Room A.
There is a Library Board Meeting on Feb. 12 at 4:30 p.m. For more information contact (805) 385-7527.

Friday February 13, noon to 2 p.m.
Community health screening
Villarta Supermarkets, 1050 South A St.
There will be a community health screening at Villarta Supermarket on Friday from noon to 2 p.m. For more information contact (805) 677-5252 or (805) 240-1400.

Saturday February 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday February 15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Gold Coast Modular Railroad Club demonstration
Murphy Auto Museum, 2230 Statham Blvd.
The Gold Coast Modular Railroad Club demonstrates its model HO scale railroad to the public. For more information contact Jerry Mittelholtz at (805) 525-5136 or David Minkin at (805) 484-2974. Also on the web at http://www.gcmrc.com.

Saturday February 14, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Maritime Museum's 18th anniversary
2731 S. Victoria Ave.
Ventura County Maritime Museum's 18th anniversary celebration, including demonstrations on model-ship building, woodcarving and children's activities. For more information contact (805) 984-6260 or on the web at http://www.vcmm.org

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Veteran's Home to Open Midyear in Ventura

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 11:01:07 -0600

A new 60 bed veteran's home is set to be complete by April and the first elderly veterans could move in as early as June. The new facility has been under construction since June of 2007 and is located in Saticoy on Telephone Road near Wells Road. A veterans adult day healthcare center at the facility won't open until 2010, because of budget constraints.

Ventura County is home to one of the largest concentrations of veterans in the nation, 60,000 to 65,000, with an average age of 65, according to the county Veterans Services Office.

There are two ways to get information on applying to become a resident of the Ventura home, which is for veterans who need special medical care. During construction, a letter of interest can be submitted online at http://www.cdva.ca.gov. Interested parties also can mail letters of interest to a temporary office, located inside the state Employment Development Department, 635 S. Ventura Road, Oxnard, CA 93030. Veterans Affairs coordinator Mercy Bustos can be contacted at the location or by phone at 765-5601.

The state also will be hiring for the Ventura facility. Available jobs will be listed online. Maria Gonzalez in human resources can be contacted at 765-5606.

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday Noon - 3pm

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:44:18 -0600

Gorgeous Views and Traquil Sunsets for Sale!

Come check out this Vintage 1926 Spanish Style home with over 1900 square feet of living space, 4 bedrooms, and 2 baths. This home has been updated and expanded and takes advantage of some of the best Ocean and Island views in Ventura! Check out the wrap around deck with spa too!

Open Sunday Noon - 3pm

2264 Vista Del Mar Ventura, CA

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Ventura Music Festival Performance

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 10:01:59 -0600

PAQUITO D'RIVERA AND FUNK TANGO TRIO

PERFORM SWEET JAZZ & SPICY TANGO

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14!

Ventura High School Theater ~~ 8 pm

BRING YOUR VALENTINE FOR A SPECIAL ONE-NIGHT-ONLY CONCERT IN VENTURA!

To purchase tickets, go online to http://www.venturamusicfestival.org/, or call 805-648-3146.

Now entering its 15^th Season, the VENTURA MUSIC FESTIVAL is celebrating by bringing 9-TIME GRAMMY AWARD WINNER PAQUITO D'RIVERA and his Funk Tango Trio to spice up Valentine's Day!

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Get a C.L.U.E.

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 10:04:48 -0600

Insurability is a big consideration when purchasing a home here in Ventura County. In our current climate of foreclosure properties, getting disclosure about the home you are buying just isn't an option. You don't know if there was water intrusion or how it was fixed. Can the home be insured? How much will it cost? Are there past claims? Checking with your insurance agent early on in the transaction is always a good idea. In addition, you can ask the seller to provide you with a C.L.U.E. Report that will give you information about any claims on the property over the past 5 years. Ask your Realtor about this report when you go to buy your next home, especially if it's bank owned or a foreclosure property!

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Wordless Wednesday - Gorgeous!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 20:49:12 -0600

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Wordless Wenesday - Dog Days!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 22:16:34 -0600

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Price Reduced to $899,900

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 10:54:30 -0600

2264 Vista Del Mar Ventura, CA 93001
Vintage Ventura View Home!

The perfect get away home in the quiet beach town of Ventura just south of Santa Barbara and north of LA.

Interior Features:
Main Floor Bedroom, Dining Room, Fireplace, Family Room, Main Floor Bathroom.

Exterior Features:
Spa/Hot Tub, View, Deck/Patio, Landscaping, Fenced Yard.

Price: $899,900

Type: Single Family Residential for Sale

Floors: Single

Bedrooms: 4

Baths:2

Square Feet: 1967

Year Built: 1926

www.hopegoss.com/listings/935EA14A-D377-E118-8C83CA8DB8AC4A85.shtml

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For more information contact:

Hope Goss
Ventura Real Estate Consultant
Phone: (805)320-HOPE
Hope@HopeGoss.com
www.hopegoss.com

Pricing Strategies

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 01:16:14 -0600

We've seen the pricing strategy of pricing a home undermarket to solicit multiple offers gain steam over the past 6 months. The bank owned properties really got this strategy moving about the middle of last year. Since then , we've seen property owners using this same strategy with success. Not only are these properties selling quickly, in some cases, they are selling for more than list price. Buyers need to be aware of the strategy, and be sure to fully investigate market value before making an offer.

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Wordless Wednesday..........I love the beach this much!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:54:58 -0600

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Vintage 1920's View Home - OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY Noon - 2pm!

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:15:01 -0600

2264 Vista Del Mar Ventura, CA 93001
Vintage Ventura

The perfect get away home in the quiet beach town of Ventura just south of Santa Barbara and north of LA.

Interior Features:
Main Floor Bedroom, Dining Room, Fireplace, Family Room, Main Floor Bathroom.

Exterior Features:
Spa/Hot Tub, View, Deck/Patio, Landscaping, Fenced Yard.

Price: $949,000

Type: Single Family Residential for Sale

Floors: Single

Bedrooms: 4

Baths:2

Square Feet: 1967

Year Built: 1926

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For more information contact:

Hope Goss
Ventura Real Estate Consultant
Phone: (805)320-HOPE
Hope@HopeGoss.com
www.hopegoss.com

Happening in Ventura This Week

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:10:44 -0600

Saturday January 10, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Main Street Mini Fair
Mini-park in the 300 block of Main Street
Main Street Mini Fair, volunteer artists and musicians offer live music, arts and crafts, and children's activities. For more information contact (805) 648-1902 or email mainstreetfair@yahoo.com .

Saturday January 10, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday January 11, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Ventura College Foundation Marketplace
4667 Telegraph Road in the East lot
The Ventura College Foundation marketplace features antiques, collectibles, arts and crafts, new and used clothing, school and office supplies and more. For more information contact (805) 648-8962.

Search the MLS for Ventura Real Estate Listings at www.VenturaRealEstate.org

Electronic Waste Recycling in Ojai this Weekend

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:04:49 -0600

Do you have old computer monitors, broken VCR's and stereo equipment cluttering your garage? Ojai is holding an Electronic Waste Recycling day this weekend on Saturday January 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m at the Ojai Community Bank parking lot at402 W. Ojai Avenue in Ojai.

The Ojai Valley Green Coalition will collect electronic waste and small appliances for recycling, including computers, monitors, TVs, radios, stereos, toasters, nicrowave ovens, CDs, DVDs, iPods, cell phones, ink and toner cartridges, incandescent holiday lights and household batteries weighing up to 5 pounds. For more information contact (805) 653-8445.

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Wordless Wenesday.......One of the Last Sunsets of 2008

Hope Goss Ventura Real Estate (Ventura Property Shoppe) — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:10:22 -0600

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