sonora: Sugar Pine Realty's Newest Office in Lake Tulloch - 07/15/08 04:21 PM
Sugar Pine Realty has offices to serve you in seven locations across the Mother Lode. Our newest location is based in the Lake Tulloch / Copperopoplis area east of Sonora, California (in the Central Sierra foothills towards Yosemite) from which we serve Lake Tulloch, Copperopolis, Copper Cove, Peninsula Estates, Conner Estates, Poker Flat, … (1 comments)
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sonora: A Blood Red Sunrise in the Mother Lode - 07/11/08 01:07 PM
It was a blood red sunrise this morning across the Mother Lode caused by the continuing fires across the Golden State. For those of you that weren't up early enough to see it, I have a picture and a video. The picture (on the right) is taken from the top … (1 comments)
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sonora: Smoke in the Mother Lode - 06/25/08 12:59 PM
No matter where you woke up in the Mother Lode this morning you likely woke up to smoke. (You'll notice some clickable pictures in this post and a video below of the smoke as it was seen in the Soulsbyville area looking towards Mt. Provo and the Sonora Vista Subdivision, respectively.) … (1 comments)
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sonora: Mother Lode Sales Numbers Through June 20th - 06/24/08 01:19 PM
Here's where we stand in Tuolumne County / Mother Lode residential sales through 2/3 of the month of June versus previous years. (The charts are based on data from the Tuolumne Multiple Listing Service which is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.) The first chart tracks Residential Units Sold. The second tracks … (0 comments)
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sonora: Keeping Your Kids Safe - 06/23/08 02:15 PM
We live in a day and age where you can't be too careful when it comes to your kids. With this in mind, I wanted to let you know about the new website that's available in Tuolumne County that allows you to find out who's living in your neighborhood. It's called … (0 comments)
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sonora: San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico, a wonderful place for quiet beaches, fishing, scuba, and sailing. - 05/29/08 08:16 AM
A recent trip to the Hotel Fiesta Royal in San Carlos in Sonora Mexico was super relaxing. Located about 15 miles from the Guymas airport, or about 5.5 hrs. from Nogales by car down 15, this quiet little town has been a getaway for Americans for years. There are lots of … (3 comments)
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sonora: Memorial Day Tribute - 05/23/08 03:44 PM
I've got a Memorial Day Tribute video for you to watch today. It's produced by the Evergreen Freedom Foundation, a group committed to advancing individual liberty, free enterprise, and limited and accountable government. And it may not be the best of times in America lately due to the many difficulties taking … (1 comments)
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sonora: Faces of The Mother Lode - 05/13/08 10:36 PM
May 13 2008 by Jim W Hildreth Broker
I have lived fulltime in Sonora since 1969, I'm thankfull to many people of Tuolumne County and Sonora
to which I share this great community. When I move to Sonora there was one stoplight.
At 19 I was a Columbia College student, … (0 comments)
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sonora: A TRIP TO THE MOON DOWNUNDER - 05/10/08 04:16 PM
WELL, so much for the title but you might think that you are on the moon even though you are indeed down-under. If you have never been to Sonora and The Caverns of Sonora you have missed a trip to the down-under moon. The rock formations are just … (11 comments)
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sonora: Flickr Photographs www.Flickr.com - 05/08/08 09:29 PM
There is an excellent article in the May 2008 issue of the California Association of Realtors magazine on Flickr.
http://www.flickr.com/ Flickr is known as the Web's most popular site for storing and sharing digital photography.
The article describes Michael Pulskamp of Amador County http://activerain.com/blogs/mikepulskamp how he uses Flick for storing his photos and … (2 comments)
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sonora: Sonora CA Real Estate Wednesday Real Estate Update - 05/07/08 09:38 PM
The Real Estate Update will occur every Wednesday and will cover the past 3 day's of real
activity in the County of Tuolumne and reported to the local MLS.
In the past 3 day's May 5th-May 8th 2008
24 new Listings, land, mobiles, & residential $25,000 to $1,100.000
28 price changes, Median List Price $326,500 and … (0 comments)
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sonora: New Trail in City of Sonora - 05/01/08 08:24 PM
May 1 2008 Jim W Hildreth Broker-Mediatior RE/Max of Sonora
Dragoon Gulch Trail formally opens Friday May 2 with a opening ceremony at 11:00am. The ceremony will take place at Wood Creek Rotary Park off of Stocton Street..
The trail is 2.5 mile loop and the walk is easy to strenuous.
Its a great … (0 comments)
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sonora: Federal Reserve Lowers Rate Again - 04/30/08 10:47 PM
April 30 2008 by Jim W Hildreth
The Federal Reserve lowered its key interest rate by one-quarter percent today, pushing the federal funds rate down to 2 percent, its lowest level since 2004, in an effort to ease economic pressure coming from higher food and energy costs, a weakened dollar, and the … (2 comments)
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sonora: Sonora CA Real Estate Wednesday Real Estate Update - 04/30/08 06:11 PM
April 30 2008 by Jim W Hildreth RE/Max of Sonora
The Real Estate Update will occur every Wednesday and will cover the past 3 day's of real estate activity in the County of Tuolumne and reported to the local MLS
In the past 3 day's April 28- April 30 2008
14 New Listings Land, … (0 comments)
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sonora: Sonora Area Restaurants Places to Dine - 04/30/08 03:16 PM
April 30 2008 by Jim W Hildreth Broker-Mediator
Covers Apple Ranch & Restaurant, Tuolumne
In looking at a community or living in I alway enjoy looking at the restaurant community.
Sonora and the Mother Lode is unique as there are many boutique style restaurants offering food quality in Sonora, Jamestown, Columbia, Murphys, Angels … (0 comments)
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sonora: Jim Hildreth's Sonora Photo's on Flickr - 04/29/08 10:06 PM
As a long term resident in the City of Sonora, one of my hobbies is photograpy, enclosed are photos
of the sites & people of this historic town.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimhildreth/sets/72157603533983387/
I enjoy vewing them as a slide show, and feel free to share them with others.
Enjoy
Jim W Hildreth
RE/Max of Sonora
www.JimHildreth.com
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sonora: Sonora Vacation Homes, Sonora Cabins, Sonora Rentals - 04/19/08 11:50 PM
Sonora Ca Vacation and Cabin Rentals
For a list of Sonora Cabins and Vacation rentals available in Sonora California, Click Here
For Free Access to Search the MLS Like a Realtor Click Here
Big Trees Realty would like fullfill your dreams of having the special getaway in the Mountains or just a wonderful vacation in the Sierra Nevada Mountains that the … (0 comments)
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sonora: Spring has arrived in the Mother Lode! - 04/15/08 06:05 PM
Spring is here in the Mother Lode! Wildflowers are blooming in every corner of Tuolumne County with California poppies at the lower elevation and dogwood trees at the higher elevation. The rivers are flowing, the sun is shining and activity is everywhere. What more could you ask for? There are plenty … (0 comments)
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sonora: The Way We Were - 04/11/08 01:22 PM
Well, regular unleaded at the Out Post in Soulsbyville (in the Sierra foothills of California near Yosemite) hit $3.79 as of this morning on the way to work. (Ouch.) And it's getting to the point where I just grab what I need at the grocery store and close my eyes. How … (3 comments)
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sonora: 20900 Scattergood Rd, Sonora CA - 03/23/08 01:15 PM
Country acreage with home and close to town!
ONLY $299,000
Manufactured home on a foundation2 acresSeveral upgrades have been completedFront deck with views of the valleyCovered back deck with fenced yardAmple parking for all your toys and still room to build a garage (plans available)Tuolumne County is located in the heart of the … (3 comments)
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sonora: Real Estate Twelve Days of Christmas - 12/21/07 12:27 PM
And so what if it was a real estate agent who wrote: "The Twelve Days of Christmas?" Might it have gone a little like this (don't forget the melody)... On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me: Twelve escrows closing Eleven lenders lending Ten qualified buyers Nine … (1 comments)
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sonora: Weekly Tuolumne County Real Estate Update - 12/13/07 12:30 PM
Market Summary for 12/13/07
This week in 2006, 13 properties went into escrow and 13 sold.
During the past 7 days 15 properties went into escrow and 5 sold.
Back in 2005 3 properties went into escrow and 19 sold ..............
517 residential properties are for sale from Pinecrest to Jamestown (Up 6 from last week) ................132 properties priced under $300k … (0 comments)
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sonora: Weekly Tuolumne County Real Estate Update - 12/06/07 11:21 AM
Market Summary for 12/06/07
This week in 2006, 6 properties went into escrow and 11 sold.
During the past 10 days.................the rest of the story...........
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sonora: Tuolumne County Weekly Market Summary, 11/29/07 - 11/29/07 01:30 PM
Welcome to the Krieg and Associates weekly market update for Real Estate in Tuolumne County including places like Sonora and Twain Harte. Below you will find a link to this week's edition.
Market Summary for 11/29/07
This week in 2006, 5 properties went into escrow and 4 sold.
During the past 7 days ...........The rest of the … (0 comments)
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sonora: Tuolumne County Weekly Market Summary, 11/22/07 - 11/22/07 12:17 PM
Welcome to the Krieg and Associates weekly market update for Real Estate in Tuolumne County including places like Sonora and Twain Harte. Below you will find a link to this week's edition.
Market Summary for 11/22/07
This week in 2006, 7 properties went into escrow and 13 sold.
During the past 7 days............... The rest of … (0 comments)
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sonora: Very Private, Well Maintained Home in Tuolumne County, California - 11/16/07 05:58 PM
5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. A lot of house for the money & on over 2 acres. Approximately 2823 sq. ft. 2 levels. Formal dining room. Great room w/heat stove. Kitchen w/pantry, refrigerator. Tiled soaking tub in master bathroom. Ground level apartment for extended family or friends can be accessed inside or … (0 comments)
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sonora: Well Maintained Home in Tuolumne County, California - 11/16/07 04:16 PM
2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Approximately 1040 sq. ft. 1 level. On 1.33 acres. Dining room in kitchen. Living room w/heat stove. Central air. Kitchen has refrigerator. Deck. Shed. RV parking. There is a lot of privacy w/many beautiful trees. Room for a garage. Nice & cozy effect. Just connected to sewer. … (0 comments)
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sonora: Tuolumne County Weekly Market Summary, 11/15/07 - 11/16/07 03:44 PM
Welcome to the Krieg and Associates weekly market update for Real Estate in Tuolumne County including places like Sonora and Twain Harte. Below you will find a link to this weeks edition.
Market Summary for 11/15/07
This week in 2006, 14 properties went into escrow....................
Click here for the rest of the article
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sonora: Tuolumne County Weekly Market Summary 11/08/07 - 11/08/07 03:06 PM
Welcome to the Krieg and Associates weekly market update for Real Estate in Tuolumne County including places like Sonora and Twain Harte. Below you will find a link to this weeks edition.
Market Summary for 11/08/06
This week in 2006, 9 properties went into escrow and 12 sold.
During the past 7 days........... the rest … (0 comments)
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sonora: Big Square Footage Home in Tuolumne County, California - 11/01/07 05:44 PM
3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Approximately 2,043 sq. ft. 2 levels. Open dining room in kitchen. Central heat. Great roo w/heat stove. Master bedroom on main level. Kitchen w/breakfast bar, pantry. Wall to wall carpet & vinyl floors. Deck. Storage shed. 2 car garage. .30 acres. Corner level lot. In Cedar Ridge … (0 comments)
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sonora: Tuolumne County Weekly Market Summary, 11/01/07 - 11/01/07 10:11 AM
Welcome to the Krieg and Associates weekly market update for Real Estate in Tuolumne County including places like Sonora and Twain Harte. Below you will find a link to this week's edition.
Weekly Market Summary, 11/01/07
This week in 2006, 10 properties went into escrow and 12 sold. During the past 7 days .......click here for the … (0 comments)
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sonora: Tuolumne County Weekly Market Summary, 10/25/07 - 10/26/07 10:27 AM
Welcome to the Krieg and Associates weekly market update for Real Estate in Tuolumne County including places like Sonora and Twain Harte.
Market Summary for 10/25/07
This week in 2006, 8 properties went into escrow and 13 sold. During the past 7 days 17 properties went into escrow and 15 sold.
(Escrows … (0 comments)
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sonora: New Custom Home in Tuolumne County, California - 10/24/07 03:23 PM
4 bedrooms, 3 baths. 2 levels. Approximately 2,700 sq. ft. Granite counter tops. Wet bar. Hardwood floors. Master bedroom w/walk-in closet. Whirlpool tub. Bonus/play room. Living room. Family room. Breakfast area. Kitchen w/ pantry. Lots of storage. Central heat & air. Wired for network. Covered porch. Extra large 2 car garage. … (0 comments)
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sonora: Tuolumne County Weekly Market Summary, 10/18/07 - 10/23/07 12:33 AM
Welcome to the Krieg and Associates weekly market update for Real Estate in Tuolumne County including places like Sonora and Twain Harte. Below you will find a link to this week's edition.
Market Summary 10/18/07
This week in 2006, 14 properties went into escrow and 19 sold. During the past 7 days 6 properties … (0 comments)
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sonora: Turn Key Property in Tuolumne County, California - 10/11/07 03:08 PM
2 bedroom, 1 bath chalet-style home on flat (over 3/4 acre) corner lot. 2 levels. Approximately 1,176 sq. ft. $338,750 72011 View pictures and find out more by clicking here: Turn Key Property or email Sugar Pine Realty for more information. Listed by Sugar Pine Realty. In Tuolumne County Real Estate … (0 comments)
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sonora: Fantastic Duplex in Tuolumne County, California - 10/05/07 04:16 PM
2 easy to rent units. Each is 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Approximately 1885 sq. ft. On 1/4 acre. Central heat. Carpet & vinyl floors. Laundry area in apartment. Garage & plenty of storage. Close to downtown Sonora. Great income property w/little to no maintenance. $389,000 71901 View the listing here: Fantastic … (0 comments)
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sonora: Buy One, Get One Free in Tuolumne County, California - 10/03/07 05:09 PM
Two lots. Lot 11 is 0.66 acres. Lot 12 is 0.97 acres. Plant your business in the nicest park & own your own land. No triple net lease anymore. Public water & sewer available. $590,000 71986,87 View the listing here: Buy One, Get One Free or email Sugar Pine Realty for … (0 comments)
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sonora: Older Manufactured Home in Tuolumne County, California - 09/20/07 11:30 AM
Older manufactured home in need of some repairs, but liveable. On acreage in quiet area. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Approximately 1680 sq. ft. 1 level. Open dining room. Living room. Vinyl floors. Wall gas heat. Kitchen w/dishwasher, range & oven. Inside laundry room w/hookups. Deck. Patio. Greenhouse & 3 separate storage … (0 comments)
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sonora: Curtis Creek Ranch Home in Tuolumne County, California - 09/17/07 04:51 PM
Country living at its best. Large home on 2.7 level acres. 4 bedroom, 3 bath, office, family room, 3 car garage. Beautiful in-ground pool. Hot tub. RV parking. $889,000 71892 View pictures and find out more here: Curtis Creek Ranch Home or email Sugar Pine Realty for more information. Listed by … (0 comments)
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sonora: Commercial Property in Tuolumne County, California - 09/17/07 11:20 AM
Indian Rock Center building with excellent long-term tenant in place. $750,000 8533 View pictures and find out more here: Commercial Property or email Sugar Pine Realty for more information. Listed by Sugar Pine Realty. In Tuolumne County Real Estate sales & service for over 30 years & still growing. We're located … (0 comments)
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sonora: Key Ingredients of a Real Estate Agent - 09/13/07 11:37 AM
When we want to make a cake, we need to first be sure we have all the right ingredients. We need flour. We need eggs. We need butter, etc. We then mix all the ingredients together. Pop it in the oven. And voila! We have a deliciously, yummy cake. Right? Mmm! … (0 comments)
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sonora: Get the Skinny on Your Favorite Town - 09/10/07 01:17 PM
Another cool website coming at you (thanks to Gerre)! ZIPskinny offers U.S. Census Data simply by entering a zip code. To "get the skinny"on Sonora, click here. Go directly to the entry page and input any zip code you like by clicking: ZIPskinny. And what about using ZIPskinny's information with your … (0 comments)
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sonora: LOWE'S MAY BE COMING TO THE MOTHER LODE--The Sierra Foothills - 09/04/07 11:59 AM
Here's the most recent article and LOWE'S UPDATE provided by My Mother Lode website. This is GOOD news for some. BAD for others. Many locals are uncomfortable with a larger company moving into Sonora, CA. They feel it may take business away from the smaller guys, bring more traffic, more people. And, … (11 comments)
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sonora: High Quality Home in Tuolumne County, California - 09/04/07 11:35 AM
3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths in Phoenix Lake. 2 levels. Wonderful floor plan & lake view. Approximately 1996 sq. ft. Has top quality features including granite counter tops & beautiful cabinets. Central heat & air. Formal dining room. Formal living room w/heat stove. Library. Deck. Patio. 2 car garage. Close to shopping … (0 comments)
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sonora: Gorgeous Setting in Tuolumne County, California - 08/28/07 03:38 PM
360' views from top. Huge parcel (42+ acres). Cabin home on lower area fronting year round running creek! Must see gorgeous photos! Tons of photos on website. Privacy, yet 1.5 approx miles to Sonora. Near golf! Large swimming areas on property. Gorgeous settings. Horse property. Build your dream home or have … (0 comments)
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sonora: Test Your Knowledge of Yosemite National Park, California - 08/27/07 04:36 PM
Here comes another quiz in the "Test Your Knowledge of the Mother Lode" series. This time the focus is Yosemite National Park. What do you know about "the Incomparable Valley" as it's been referred to? Find out with the following questions (you can check your answers below)... 1. Yosemite Valley was … (0 comments)
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sonora: Got "Sour" Milk? - 08/22/07 11:11 AM
Have you ever poured a glass of milk and then gone to take a sip and - yuck! - discovered it had gone sour? There's not much more you can do except pour it down the sink (and the carton it came from). Right? And it seems that at the mere … (0 comments)
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sonora: Don't Forget to Promote Your Most Important Commodity - You! - 08/21/07 05:27 PM
In a challenging market, one of the best things a real estate agent can do is to continue to promote him or herself. In other words, keep your pretty little face in front of everyone and anyone! The corporate GMAC Real Estate website offers some great information as regards Agent Personal … (0 comments)
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sonora: The World Clock: How About One For Real Estate? - 08/15/07 11:36 AM
A friend recently sent me a link to what's being called the "World Clock." (You can view it yourself by clicking on the picture in this post.) The "World Clock" is very interesting in that it monitors different categories of growth/decline across the world. Some of the categories will probably be … (0 comments)
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sonora: Custom home backing to Lake - Wow! - Tuolumne County, California - 08/10/07 05:01 PM
Brand new & nearly ready! Custom home backing to Phoenix Lake. Main floor w/huge master suite, huge living & dining rooms. Downstairs is a huge central family room w/3 large additional bedrooms. Upscale gated area. Flat lot to lake in back. Contact us now!!! $729,000 52395 View the listing here: Custom … (0 comments)
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sonora: A Lot of House for a Little Price in Tuolumne County, California - 08/07/07 04:26 PM
3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Approximately 3200 sq. ft. Split level. Well maintained. Big family room. Living room. Kitchen w/pantry, microwave, refrigerator. Central heat & air. Lots of storage. Circular paved driveway. Fenced yard. 2 car garage. Includes hot tub & pool table. On .75 acres. $475,000 71414 View the listing here: … (0 comments)
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sonora: Home with Views in Tuolumne County, California - 08/02/07 01:46 PM
3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 2 plus acres w/room to spread out! Approximately 1532 sq. ft. 1 level. Very clean & spacious. Open dining room. Family room. Formal living room. Central heat. Fenced yard. Beautiful decks. Private getaway w/views of the valley! Yet only minutes to town! Perfect for horses. … (0 comments)
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sonora: Local Links & More, All in One Place - 07/30/07 03:58 PM
Mother Lode Master and Mother Lode Links. They're both new sites on the web dedicated to providing Mother Lode residents (and would-be residents) a single place with local links to just about everything available in the Mother Lode. Mother Lode Master points to Mother Lode Links where, for example, you'll find … (0 comments)
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sonora: Staying Positive Despite the Negative Housing News - 07/25/07 01:46 PM
The chairman and CEO of Countrywide Financial said yesterday (and I quote from the New York Times online): "[H]ome prices were falling 'almost like never before, with the exception of the Great Depression.'" Now we all knew that housing prices were moving in the wrong direction, but when you start referring … (0 comments)
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sonora: MY FAV EATERIES IN SONORA, CALIFORNIA & TUOLUMNE COUNTY - 07/20/07 05:54 PM
I thought I'd share a fewof my favorite eateries in, and around, Sonora, in Tuolumne County, California. I LOVE to eat. Now this doesn't make me an expert at restaurants...I just know what I enjoy. FOOD! When you're in the area, check them out.
Fun and casual and the biggest and BEST onion rings and … (7 comments)
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sonora: New 2 Story in Tuolumne County, California - 07/20/07 10:44 AM
Gorgeous 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. New 2 story. Approximately 2,292 sq. ft. large. Downstairs: Lovely kitchen / breakfast area, enormous Great Room, Formal Dining
room, 1/2 bathroom, laundry, Master bedroom suite, 2 car garage / storage room. Upstairs: 2 bedrooms, full bath, large open loft / family room overlooking the … (0 comments)
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sonora: Gorgeous & Elegant Home in Tuolumne County, California - 07/20/07 10:28 AM
4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 3 car garage on approximately .80 acres. Under construction in upscale Apple Valley Estates subdivision. Contemporary style. We have the plans for review and will take a contingency if the Buyer needs to sell their home in the meantime. Approximately 2,910 sq. ft. large. Split level. … (0 comments)
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sonora: Beautiful New Home in Tuolumne County, California - 07/20/07 10:19 AM
Large & beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home in wonderful hillside subdivision. 2 story. Approximately 2622 sq. ft. large. Living room w/fireplace. Kitchen w/appliances
& pantry. Central heat & air. Open dining room. Patio. Great views. 2 car garage. Close to shopping, ski areas & much more. Right off Hwy 108. … (0 comments)
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sonora: Gorgeous - Near Hospital - On Huge Level Lot in Tuolumne County, California - 07/19/07 05:40 PM
3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home in upscale area. Approximately 1,800 sq. ft. Beautiful interior decorated w/latest colors. Formal living & dining rooms. Master suite. Family room. Within last 2 years: Granite counters in kitchen, all new appliances, new white cabinets, new paint in & out, laminate dining & living room floors, … (0 comments)
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sonora: ¼ Acre in Sonora, Tuolumne County, California - 07/18/07 04:40 PM
One of the last lots at the end of this peaceful cul-de-sac in the Cedar Ridge area. Lot is approximately .26 acres. Lots on both sides have houses on them, so there is no reason why you could not build on this one. 71433 $49,900 View the listing here: 1/4 acre … (0 comments)
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sonora: 6+ Acres in Sonora, Tuolumne County, California - 07/18/07 04:37 PM
Useable 6.42 acres. Old mobile used to be on property, so driveway and building pad are cut in. Well with pump house on property. Horses are allowed. Sullivans Creek runs through property. Some thinning could make it a very nice setting. Great access to Highway 108. Only about 1.5 miles from … (0 comments)
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sonora: Who Needs Home Staging Anyway? - 07/18/07 04:00 PM
For Sugar Pine Realty agents (and anyone else interested): Okay. You got the listing. The price is right. The neighborhood is prime. The advertising is in place. You got it nailed. This baby's gonna sell even in a down market. The phone rings. An agent asks to show the house. They … (1 comments)
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sonora: TUOLUMNE COUNTY, CA *** IMPORTANT NUMBERS AND LINKS - 07/17/07 07:24 PM
When planning a move to a new location, you need all the information you can get your hands on. I have complied a list I hope will be useful/helpful.
The following information is for TUOLUMNE COUNTY, CA--which includes the towns of Sonora, Jamestown, Columbia, Twain Harte, Pinecrest and MORE...
LINKS:
County Government Departments: LOCAL GOVERNMENT … (6 comments)
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sonora: New Listing in the Sierras, Tuolumne County, California - 07/17/07 10:44 AM
3 bedrooms, 3.5 bath home. Approximately 2,408 sq. ft. Split level. In your own back yard, enjoy the year round creek on the deck overlooking it. Huge 1,166 sq. ft. shop w/room for RV. Beautiful sunroom & stone fireplace. Kitchen has hardwood floor & newer appliances. Bay windows in master bedroom & living room. Patio. 1 car garage. Satellite dish. Fenced, … (0 comments)
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sonora: Test Your Knowledge of Tuolumne County - 07/16/07 03:45 PM
Remember in school when you'd show up in a class and the teacher would say, "Put your books away and take your pencils out. It's a surprise quiz"? You loved those days, right? Well just to reminisce, I'm giving you a quiz today. This one's to test your knowledge of Tuolumne … (0 comments)
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sonora: All About Superstitions on Friday the 13th - 07/13/07 01:48 PM
Are you superstitious? Come on now. Do you get nervous when a black cat crosses your path? Do you step over cracks in the sidewalk? Do you avoid walking under ladders? Do you cross your fingers, hope to die, stick a needle in your eye? (Well, maybe you don't do all … (2 comments)
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sonora: Extinguishing The Burnout Flame - 07/06/07 05:47 PM
Of course in any business there is the risk of burnout. And so it's true in the real estate business. In an article on realtor.org entitled: "Come Back From Burnout," Kelle Sparta cites the Mayo Clinic which offers the following tell-tale signs of burnout: (1) being more cynical and sarcastic at … (1 comments)
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sonora: Home w/Classic Charm in Tuolumne County, California - 07/06/07 04:27 PM
3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath home. 1 level. Convenient downtown Sonora location. Extremely well built w/nice level .23 acre lot. Approximately 1342 sq. ft. Formal dining room w/French doors and built-in hutches. Country kitchen w/breakfast nook. Florida room, great for growing plants—would make a great art studio (lots of windows). Formal living … (0 comments)
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sonora: 4th of JULY Book of FLOWERS - 07/04/07 10:31 AM
Please take a few seconds to open this LINK-- you won't be sorry. Happy 4th EVERYONE!
STATE FLOWERS on OUR 4th of JULY
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sonora: Home for Sale in Tuolumne County, California - 07/03/07 06:32 PM
The opportunity you have been waiting for! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is perfect for someone looking for a nice mountain home & a piece of investment real estate. Approximately 1150 sq. ft. on .74 acres. 1 level. Dining room in kitchen. Living room. Family room. Heat stove. Kitchen w/microwave, … (0 comments)
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sonora: Fourth of July Fireworks Here - 07/03/07 11:48 AM
Are you doing anything to celebrate Independence Day? Are you taking a break from selling real estate (some of you)? It goes without saying, it's a great country that we live in. There's none like it on the face of the earth or in the history of the world. America is … (0 comments)
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sonora: Real Estate "Wonders of the World" - 06/28/07 12:05 PM
Can you name the Seven "Wonders of the World"? I'm talking about the Seven Wonders of the "Ancient World." There are different lists from different times in history (even our own). And I guess the way this relates to real estate is that these wonders were actually prime real estate in … (1 comments)
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sonora: Tuolumne Lumber Jubilee This Weekend! - 06/22/07 11:49 AM
Tuolumne City doesn't get much press versus other cities in the Mother Lode. But this weekend it's all about Tuolumne City. The annual Lumber Jubilee is taking place in town starting tonight at 7 p.m. with the Queen coronation. And then for the rest of the weekend after that, there's a … (0 comments)
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sonora: Take a Break and Stretch Your Brain - 06/19/07 12:42 PM
(Take a break from real estate for a moment with this one.) All right. How well did you do in your geography class in school? Got an "A" did ya? Some of us could only dream of getting an "A", right? Well, no matter what your past GPA, I think you'll … (2 comments)
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sonora: Vintage Trains in Tuolumne County - 06/18/07 11:44 AM
It's another Tuolumne County point of interest I'm highlighting today. This time it's Railtown 1897 Historic Park. It's vintage steam engines you'll find at Railtown 1897 and be able to ride. One of the engines is the famous Sierra No. 3. Among the many things that's cool about Sierra No. 3 … (0 comments)
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sonora: Don't Give Up on That Internet Lead - 06/18/07 10:22 AM
Mostly for Sugar Pine Realty agents: More and more people are using the internet to search for property these days (duh). And when they need a real estate agent, that's when they contact us! Depending on the area of interest (Sonora, Soulsbyville, Twain Harte, Groveland, etc.) that will be the office … (0 comments)
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sonora: ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER? - 06/16/07 08:24 AM
How many of you watch the show ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER? I play along....BUT I've never got all the answers correct! So I am NOT smarter than a 5th grader. Are YOU? When you're taking a little break this weekend, see how SMART you are. OR, not. We all … (16 comments)
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sonora: Beautiful Lake Front Home! - 06/15/07 06:54 PM
Three bedrooms plus loft, with two full baths, located in the Sierra Mountain foothills. Over a half acre of level property located right on Crystal Falls Lake. Home comes completely furnished & ready to move in or purchase as an income property and have a rental of your own!! Brand new … (0 comments)
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sonora: Gold Springs Delight in Columbia, Tuolumne County, California - 06/15/07 06:11 PM
Very desired subdivision! Elegant sunken Living Room with Fire Place! This is a beautiful 2,207 square foot home, with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Spacious open floor plan perfect for entertaining!Located on a beautiful 1 acre lot with a lot of privacy! Hot tub. Back deck with views. Many new outdoor improvements … (0 comments)
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sonora: Home for sale in the Sierra foothills, Tuolumne County, California - 06/12/07 04:11 PM
3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Ranch style. On .41 acres. Approximately 1420 sq. ft. 2 levels. Complete solar self-sufficient w/generation back to PG&E. Dining room in living room. Family room. Central air. Master bedroom on main level. Kitchen w/breakfast bar, microwave. Covered porch. Deck. Satellite dish. DSL available. 3 car garage w/lots … (0 comments)
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sonora: The Buyers Market Is Here!! - 06/08/07 06:55 PM
Friday, June 8, 2007
For all those investors who are looking for a good buy....There are now many properties to choose from at a lower than last years market price! It is time to go shopping, the interest rates are still low and you can find a good value for a … (3 comments)
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sonora: Beautiful Lake Front Home in Tuolumne County, California - 06/08/07 06:48 PM
3 bedrooms plus a loft. 2 full baths. In Crystal Falls area. Approximately 1395 sq. ft. 2 levels. Completely furnished & ready to move in - or purchase as income property and have a
vacation rental of your own!! Brand new heating and air. Brand new fireplace. 2 car garage plus … (0 comments)
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sonora: Gold Springs Delight in Columbia, Tuolumne County, California - 06/08/07 06:38 PM
Very desired subdivision! Elegant sunken Living Room with Fire Place! This is a beautiful 2,207 square foot home, with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Spacious open floor plan perfect for entertaining!Located on a beautiful 1 acre lot with a lot of privacy! Hot tub. Back deck with views. Many new outdoor improvements including brand … (0 comments)
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sonora: If Only Adam Wasn't So Cheap - 06/07/07 08:29 PM
Have you heard this one? Just think how well off we'd be, men, if only Adam wasn't so cheap! (What do you think ladies?) Found on a humor site on the web: From the lost chapter of Genesis: Adam was walking around the garden of Eden feeling very lonely, so God … (2 comments)
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sonora: The proverbial crap has hittith the fan - 06/07/07 02:42 PM
Today the treasury prices plunged causing interest rates to rise. What did this? The simple fear of tighter monetary policy globally. (London, New Zealand, and South Africa raised thier rates) This prompted heavy selling especially from MORTGAGE players prompted benchmark rates to post their biggest one-day spike in yield in about three years. … (1 comments)
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sonora: Watch the Sunrise in Yosemite! - 06/07/07 11:05 AM
Tuolumne County is an area like no other. Of course, there are many points of interest that could be highlighted, but probably the most world famous of all is Yosemite National Park. It's right in in our own backyard! Thousands of people visit the park each year, but still there are … (1 comments)
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sonora: My MEEZ - 06/06/07 03:54 PM
Jonathan Schreurs, Advantage One Home Loans. Located in Sonora, CA. 13299 Mono Way (209) 984-8800. You local mortgage loan souce for home purchases, refinancing, lot loans, construction loans, and more. Free pre-qualification services available. If you're in the market for a new home please call me first, before you waste your … (8 comments)
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sonora: Build spec home or cabin in the Sierra Foothills! - 06/06/07 03:36 PM
1/4 acre in Mi Wuk Village. Level lot with slight upslope. Lots of trees. Great for a spec home or cabin. Utilities at property: water. 70820 $99,950 View the listing here: Build here! or email Sugar Pine Realty for more information. Listed by Sugar Pine Realty. In Tuolumne County Real Estate … (0 comments)
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sonora: Home prices fall - 06/06/07 03:10 PM
US HOME PRICES FALL FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 1991
U.S. home prices fall for first time since 1991 By Rex Nutting, MarketWatch Last Update: 12:51 PM ET May 29, 2007 WASHINGTON (MarketWatch) -- U.S. home prices dropped 1.4% in the first quarter compared with a year earlier, the first year-over-year … (6 comments)
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sonora: Beautiful Level Lot in the Sierra Foothills - 06/06/07 12:41 PM
Beautiful, level lot in Mi Wuk. Easy to build on. Driveway rough in. Utilities at property: cable TV, electric, overhead, phone, water. .22 acres. 71120 $95,000 View the listing here: Mi Wuk lot or email Sugar Pine Realty for more information. Listed by Sugar Pine Realty. In Tuolumne County Real Estate … (0 comments)
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sonora: Do you GET THE POINT/S? - 06/06/07 08:45 AM
I have noticed in the past week, that a person can obtain, literally, thousands of POINTS overnight by submitting photos on Localism--many were not even taken by the submitter. How is this possible? Is it okay? I've searched through "how to's" and photo articles and tips and in Localism but haven't really … (34 comments)
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sonora: HOOKED on Utilities--2nd try - 06/05/07 04:26 PM
OKAY--So sorry about that---didn't even enter my mind that sharing WHITE FENCE with everyone would be a NO NO--blond moment.... I am so proud of it, and just want to share. Anyway, here is the site link WHITEFENCE . This place allows you to sign up for your phone, cable, satellite, lights, water, ETC. … (1 comments)
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sonora: To Blog or Not To Blog, That is the Question - 06/05/07 03:46 PM
For SPR agents and anyone else who cares: Okay, Sugar Pine Realty agents. Some of you have real estate blogs. But the fact is you aren't maintaining them. Am I right? This isn't meant to be a condemnation. Instead, it's meant to be a reminder to pick back up that which … (0 comments)
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sonora: HOW SMART ARE YOU??? - 06/04/07 11:04 PM
Okay--we all know Real Estate laws, rules, ethics, etc... but what about everyday life stuff? Below is a link to a 25 question test with questions on everyday--MOST of the time-- itmes we see on a daily basis. For fun, check it out. And NO cheating: No getting out of your … (5 comments)
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sonora: RELOCATING and the local Visitors Center. - 06/04/07 10:01 PM
When buyers are moving to a new area, they need to gather all the information possible: housing market, schools (if they have children) and general stuff: grocery shopping, churches, parks, etc. I LOVE our local visitors center and before I moved here, it was actually the first place I started my online search. I … (3 comments)
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sonora: TOUR from FLYINSIDE..for your LISTINGS - 06/03/07 02:20 PM
Another site I use for my TOURS is FLYINSIDE Fast, easy and FREE for the most part You can buy credits to have it posted on Realtor.com for a small amt. I think it is one of the best deals out theres. See one of my listings below. CLICK on the … (3 comments)
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sonora: Lights, Camera, Action...for yourself and your listings. - 06/03/07 01:12 PM
There are so many amazing products on the Internet to use to highlight yourself or listings, it is difficult to chose. I am showing you two here. Both are FREE (unless you upgrade), so there's nothing to lose, except a little bit of time, and a WHOLE lot to gain.
1. … (9 comments)
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sonora: Where Does The Time Go? - 05/31/07 06:34 PM
Where does the time go?? We are so busy...But what are we doing??? Who are we doing it for?? Why are we doing what were doing? I am sure we have all asked these questions, but tomarrow is June 1, 2007 and now is a good time to evaluate the last … (1 comments)
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sonora: Thank You~Active Rainers - 05/31/07 05:43 PM
Your comments of encouragement and understanding were greatfully appreciated! I am now beginning to really understand the great purposes of Active Rain!
Thank you, to all those who are willing to share there ideas to help others do better. The real esate industry and its moral ethics can be quite challanging … (3 comments)
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sonora: The Case of the Bounced Check - 05/31/07 04:42 PM
Here's another one of those crazy escrow stories courtesy of Charlene Hughes of our Sonora office (you'll appreciate reading it to the end!): My client told us that this would be an all cash deal. He told us the money was in his trust account and all he had to … (5 comments)
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