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Real Estate Agent with The Aguilera Real Estate Team - Homes in Tracy and Mountain House, Central Valley California CalBRE# 01766690

May 09, 2013 02:03 AM


Market Trends Existing-Home Prices Trend Upward Existing-home prices have increased for 13 consecutive months according to a recent report by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Existing-home sales, which include recently purchased single family, townhomes, condominiums, and co-ops are currently on pace to reach 4.92 million annual units, up 10.3 percent compared to March 2012. Continue Reading... Low Mortgage Rates Inspire Buyers Freddie Mac reports the national average commitment rate for a conventional, 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at 3.57 percent in March, up from 3.53 percent recorded in February 2013. Buyers were accessing rates of 3.95 percent in March 2012. Gary Cook, NAR president, explains that homes are selling faster. "The typical home sold in March w Continue Reading... Five Tips to Enhance Curb Appeal It's important for sellers to do what they can to get their home to stand out. Here are five quick tips to generate some excitement for your home in today's market. Use Paint: A new coat of paint can go a long way to make your home look up to date. Neutral colors work best because they appeal to the most people. Mow t Continue Reading...

Lisa Aguilera, Keller Williams Realty 2311-A North Tracy Blvd, Tracy CA 95376 Office: 209-597-8256 Visit http://www.tracyrealestatetoday.com