sacramento: Don't Eat Out Before You Read This - 01/04/07 08:12 PM
As of January 1, 2007 Sacramento County will be the first in California to post color-coded signs displaying inspection results for food facilities. The Sacramento Board of Supervisors last year passed regulations for food safety to take effect in 2007.  Signs will be posted in full view before you enter a restaurant or grocery stores, bakeries, school cafeterias, sandwich shops, fast food restaurants, dine-in  restaurants, coffee houses and mini marts so that you the customer know if the establishment has been inspected.
The inspections will occur more frequently and have rigorous standards to be met. Bathrooms will have to sparkle, kitchens gleam, food … (0 comments)

sacramento: Happy New Year! - 12/30/06 12:08 PM
Just can’t wait till 2007! Happy New Year! It will be a great year and one I am looking forward to.
Be sure to click on the photo for my little dance bringing in the New Year for each of you! Thanks to Maureen Francis for the inspiration.
Real Estate promises to be a great one for both Buyers and Sellers with prices that are affordable and obtainable in Sacramento County, El Dorado County and Placer County. There are some great homes out there just waiting. Let’s get started finding just the right home for YOU in your price range, buyers! … (10 comments)

sacramento: November Market Statistics for Sacramento County by City - 12/08/06 07:52 AM
Do you want to know how many homes sold in the area that you live? Are you interested in knowing the average cost of homes by City/Community in Sacramento County? Each month, I post the homes that are actively for sale, homes in Pending Sale that have an accepted contract, and homes that have Sold as well as the average price of homes in each area. To view each of the cities and communities in Sacramento County for statistics click the highlighted link.
For the entire Sacramento County for the month of November:
2125 Homes for Sale for an average listing … (0 comments)

sacramento: Things to Do in Sacramento For The Holidays! - 12/04/06 02:32 PM
Are you new to the area or wondering what is going on for the holidays that you and your family might like to do? Here are a few suggestions. And if you have any favorite holiday places or things to do, comment below and let us all know.
First, for all the kids click here this is a link so that you can personally tack Santa on that special night all by yourself. Shhh don't tell I told! Here is a fun link to try out for the holidays. My gift to you!
Now, for parents looking for a tree, there's nothing better … (7 comments)

sacramento: 7823 Manorside Drive, Sacramento, California 95832 - 12/01/06 03:27 PM

 Pending Sale
Buyers, want a newer home, built in 2004?
Need 3 Bedrooms?
How about 2 Full Baths?
Yes, a tile roof, a Laundry Room
 
Brand new neutral carpet is a plus
You say you like tile flooring? Not a problem. Entry, Kitchen, Breakfast area, and Laundry Room all have 12 inch tile flooring.
 How does $280,000 sound? Such a deal on this one 
This home is a steal and if you would like to know anything further, don't hesitate to call me at 916.417.2699 or check out the additional information and photos on my website. If this one is the perfect fit for you, I can … (5 comments)

sacramento: Fraud in Real Estate? - 11/29/06 02:34 PM
This is a very long post but jammed packed with good information for both home Buyers and Sellers. Fraud is rampant and each of you should read and be forewarned. I just can’t begin to state how important it is to have a quality, ethical Real Estate professional working on your behalf. My statement and montage of “Experience doesn’t cost…it PAYS” is never so evident as it is concerning the following information. When you hire me, you get honesty, experience and the job gets done right!
Currently in Real Estate law, a Realtor/Real Estate Broker may take loan applications and seek out loans for … (36 comments)

sacramento: Should I Buy a Home or Rent? - 11/18/06 12:40 PM
 
RENTERS, NEW HOMEBUYERS...THIS IS FOR YOU!
Did you ever wonder what the difference was between renting versus buying a home? To the left is a chart that tabulates just what happens between buying and renting in terms of savings. In other words, money in your pocket versus money out of your pocket. These two scenarios of buying and renting bring into perspective just what your savings could be. Each renter and future homebuyer can see just what the numbers indicate on both sides of the fence.
 
To read the remaining portion of this article be sure to go to Sacramento Real Estate Voice. 
 
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sacramento: House For Sale in Sacramento ~ Deal of the MONTH - 11/10/06 04:56 AM
HomeBuyers,  here is the Deal of the Month for Sale in Sacramento, today! With sellers willing and able to negotiate this is the best time for Buyer's to get out there with an experienced Realtor and get the most house for the least amount. If you write your offer today, expect to be celebrating the holidays in YOUR new home. 
This home in Sacramento is located just a mere 10 minute commute on Hwy. 5 to Downtown Sacramento and within walking blocks to public transportation.
Built in 2004 with 3 Bedrooms, 2 full baths and 1190 square feet of living space this can be … (2 comments)

sacramento: Sacramento News & Events - 11/09/06 12:18 PM
On November 7th not only is Arnold Schwarzenegger re-elected for an addional term and San Francisco is home to the first woman democrate House Speaker, Nancy Pelosi but we had some local issues that have a direct effect on Real Estate.
Proposition 1A passed which closes a loop hole in the gasoline tax for funds to be used exclusively for transporation improvements
Proposition 1B passed which provides funds to deliver traffic congestion relief projects throughout California and will help the State keep pace with future population growth.
Proposition 1C passed providing money to expand housing opportunities for families, seniors and the disabled
Proposition 1E passed to fix California's 1600 … (2 comments)

sacramento: Sacramento Real Estate - 11/04/06 03:10 AM
As a Broker and Realtor licensed in the State of California I am hereby, requesting that the good State of California begin to revamp their system for tracking predators especially those that are Realtors. Checking with finger printing only once when a Realtor first obtains their real estate license is not adequate. It must be done at a minimum of once per year. And in my opinion should be continually checked. In this age of automation, there is no excuse for the system to allow predators access to a homeowner's place of residence. Once a teacher has been labeled a predator, their … (0 comments)

sacramento: Elk Grove Red Hats in Sacramento - 11/03/06 01:50 PM
Today was a great day! The Red Hat Ladies of Elk Grove set out for a ten minute ride to Old Town Sacramento where we took a 2 hour ride on the Spirit of Sacramento River Boat up the Delta.
Yes, the Red Hat Ladies were out today wearing their chosen colors, purple and red. This group of Red Hat Ladies is known as the "Cat in Hats."  
The Spirit of Sacramento is a 110 foot paddle wheeler with several decks having both an inside view as well as the ability to roam the outside decks. We were all very grateful that the forecast rain did not … (5 comments)

sacramento: Sacramento Real Estate Market - 11/01/06 03:14 PM
The Sacramento Real Estate Market report for resale in September continued to show the cool down that we have been experiencing for a year. The stats for September show that we are down by 6.7% from August and down 38.1% from a year ago.
The median price for a home in Sacramento is for September is $363,000 which is down 5.7% compared to September of 2005.
Listings went down 12.3% from August which suggests that many Sellers took  their homes off the market and to wait, rather than reduce their prices.
The 6% drop in prices should not be considered anything but an adjustment since the economy … (0 comments)

sacramento: Sacramento News and Events for October - 10/24/06 05:47 AM
The Spooky time is almost upon us. Sacramento California is providing some events to help celebrate Halloween and start off the holiday festivites in a positive way. 
Little ones are preparing... as we read... and getting their costume orders in. Some changing their minds when they find out what their friends will be for Halloween and others standing firm on their choices.
Moms and Dads are racing to make sure that each little tike will have a splendid day and that it will be safe. Whether going trick or treating with parents or having home Halloween party's, it is important to make sure that … (0 comments)

sacramento: Elk Grove CA 4 Bedroom Home For Sale - 09/24/06 06:04 AM
Elk Grove 4 Bedroom Home For Sale
What an opportunity for a lucky Buyer. Built - in Pool with Waterfall, 4 Bedroom, 2.5 baths, 2328 square feet, 3 Car Garage, Separate Living Room and Family Room with a Kitchen to die for... did I mention within walking distance to Elementary School and close to new Middle and High Schools along with excellent access to nearby freeways, just 12 minutes from downtown Sacramento. This home has been well maintained and will make an excellent home for the next owner to start their memories...
Welcome, Come Right in and take a
look. Wood Flooring, check out the molding … (0 comments)

sacramento: Buyer's Market In Sacramento California - 09/17/06 03:19 AM
Buyer's need to come out of hiding and realize that this is a Buyer's Market before interest rates creep up and they find themselves unable to purchase the property that they want. Although, current interest rates are nothing like what we experienced back in the 80's, as evidenced by Lenn Harley 's Historical Interest Rate for 30 Year Fixed Home Loan Chart. Real Estate is prime for Buyers, now. They can write their own ticket!
Most Sellers realize that the market has changed and have priced their properties accordingly. There are some fantastic deals out there waiting for Buyers. It is time to … (1 comments)

sacramento: Sacramento Real Estate - Crystal Ball - Latest Monthly Stats - 09/15/06 12:56 PM
Wondered what is happening with Real Estate in Sacramento County? Here are the stats for June, July, August and up to *Sept. 15, 2006. I reveal what my crystal ball indicates for Real Estate below.
     While I look at my Crystal Ball, what I am finding is that obviously prices of homes are down. Most realtor have figured that out by now as well as many sellers and have placed their properties for sale at a competitive price. My thoughts of where the buyers are is strictly my own. I feel that buyers are first of all scared, secondly buyers believe … (2 comments)

sacramento: Selling a Home in Sacramento, California - 08/30/06 03:35 PM
"Is the bubble busting?" "Has it burst?" "Why haven't I sold my home?" These are typical questions sellers ask these days. Not to worry. Everyone keeps talking about this bubble and referring back to the 1990's. There is a swarm of evidence that proves, WE ARE NOT LIKE THE 1990's. In 1990 the interest rate was between 18%-19% interest and today we are below 7%...BIG DIFFERENCE. In the 1990's we were in an economic recession where there was a loss of jobs...today unemployment figures are low. So, you say...then what is the problem. Ok, I will give you my worth.
We had a frenzied market … (2 comments)

sacramento: Bubbles and Lender Consquences - 08/28/06 03:59 PM

It is time something is done about lenders who gave ridiculous loans to buyers knowing full well what the implications were. And the lenders who have barraged folks with refinancing to the point that the owners now may own their paid off car or the TV but are in foreclosure since they used all of their equity! This bothers the heck out of me.
Please read the following article that demonstrates the pitfalls of refinancing and taking equity out of your home to pay off credit cards, etc.
The No-Equity Loan Trap http://www.smartmoney.com/debt/advice/index.cfm?story=noequity by SmartMoney.comI know that a lot of people will say, "we'll they should … (2 comments)