sacramento realtor: 10 Ways Listing Copy Does the Selling for You - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 11/22/17 12:45 PM
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Here is a great blog I ran across by April White that I thought was worth sharing.
 
In a digital age where first impressions can make or break your chance to build a relationship with a
 
potential client, you’ll never know how many leads you may have lost in the process of rushing to post
 
that listing. Home buyers today jump from listing to listing online in … (1 comments)

sacramento realtor: Do’s and Don’ts for Buyers and Sellers When Viewing A Home - What’s My Sacramento Home Worth? - 11/17/17 03:16 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
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This article was inspired by a particularly awful week of abuse by buyers and their agents during their viewings of Gwen Daubenmeyer seller clients’ homes.
 
The week of bad buyer behavior
In a single week, my seller clients reported: Their sliding door was left unlocked. Someone used their master bathroom and did not flush. Buyers left the master bedding askew (???). Someone dropped … (1 comments)

sacramento realtor: Help Sellers Choose Between Multiple Offers - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 11/15/17 04:23 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
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Here’s another great article I thought you might enjoy. It came from Realtor Magazine and was written by Judith Crown. Hope you enjoy it.
Juggling multiple offers is an enviable problem to have, but it isn’t always easy territory to navigate. For clients who think the highest bid is the default choice, it’s important to explain that price is just part of the calculation. Other … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: 8 Things Home Sellers Risk When They Sell Without A Real Estate Agent - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 11/10/17 03:09 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
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Here’s another great article I thought you might enjoy. It came from Inman news and was written by Cara Ameer. Hope you enjoy it.
Selling a home without a real estate agent is like handling your own legal matter. You may only know enough to be dangerous, and worse yet, you don’t know what you don’t know. In that situation, one risks costing themselves time, … (5 comments)

sacramento realtor: 8904 Twin Falls Dr Sacramento, CA 95826 - Just Sold - 11/09/17 04:32 PM
8904 Twin Falls Dr, Sacramento, CA Just Sold Description Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Brochure Our Reviews Just Sold! Get the Info! What Is Your Home Worth? Sacramento Homes For Sale Arden-Arcade Homes for Sale Rosemont / College Greens Homes for Sale Rancho Cordova Homes For Sale Elk Grove Homes For Sale Carmichael Homes For Sale Search All Homes For Sale Presented By: Rigley Realty Group eXp Realty 916-339-7061 Licensed In: California License #: 01391317 / 01472902 / 01878277
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sacramento realtor: 9275 Medallion Way Sacramento, CA 95826 - Just Sold! - 11/09/17 04:28 PM
9275 Medallion Way, Sacramento, CA Get Directions Click Here Description Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Brochure Our Reviews $ Click for current price 3 BEDROOMS | 2 (2 full ) BATHROOMS | 1260 SQUARE FEET Your dream home is now available. This awesome 3 or 4 bedroom 2 full bath just under 1300 sf home is your dream come true. Custom tile floors, open floor plan and an amazing pool and spa. Waste no time getting to see this once in a lifetime opportunity. Tomorrow may be too late.
Just Sold! Get the Info! What Is Your Home Worth? Sacramento … (1 comments)

sacramento realtor: Selling Your Half of a Jointly-owned Home? Here’s What You Need to Know - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 08/18/17 03:30 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
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There are many factors to consider when it comes to selling your home, and if you own your home with someone else the details involved can be even more confusing. If you're wading into your co-ownership options and are curious about your next steps, here's a short list of some things to think about.
 
 Buyout: Selling Your Half        
 
If you own your home with a … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: 3 Things to Consider Before Renting to Students – What’s My Sacramento Home Worth? - 08/14/17 02:35 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
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Whether you have a second property that you're going to move into or you're planning on being away from your dwelling place for a while, you may be considering putting your home on the market in order to boost your financial outlook. While students comprise one demographic that is always entering the rental market to scoop up availabilities, here are some things you … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: Understanding ‘Disposable Income’ and How This Will Impact Your Mortgage Approval - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 07/03/17 02:00 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
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There are few things more exciting than finding your ideal home, but with the rising cost of housing, a person's dream home can often come with a very high purchase price. If you're wondering how much home you can truly afford and how your cost of living will fare for your mortgage approval, here are some of the details on what you can expect … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: 4 Ways to Safeguard Your Home While on Vacation - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 04/20/17 03:02 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
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Everyone needs a vacation at some point, and worrying about your home should be the last thing on your mind while you're out of town.
 
Here are 4 ways to boost home security when you're not around:
 
1. Enlist the Help of Others
 
Even if you're only gone for a short amount of time, asking someone you trust to keep an eye on your home can … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: Understanding Home Seller Disclosures and What Information You Need to Share When You Sell - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 04/13/17 02:26 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
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When people buy a new home they have a right to be informed of the problems that they may face on the property and any issues that the home previously experienced.
 
However, as a seller it can be difficult to know whether the required information is being disclosed. Nobody wants to appear misleading, especially when it can impact a sale, and making sure all the … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: Pocket the Profits: The Secrets to Selling Your Elk Grove Home above the Asking Price - Thinking of Selling a Home in Elk Grove - 04/07/17 05:22 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
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We all want to sell our homes at above asking price, but what is it that makes a seller succeed at this? Here's our expert advice on how you can sell your Elk Grove home above the asking price. 
 
Ask For Less
You may be surprised, but pricing your Elk Grove home lower than market value can have an extremely positive effect on the … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: Household Tips and Tricks – Electronic Gopher Repellers and 4 Other Home Gizmos You Never Thought You Needed – What’s My Sacramento Home Worth? - 04/06/17 05:31 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
What’s My Sacramento Home Worth?
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As a homeowner, thinking outside the box, gadget-wise, can lead you to gizmos that solve your problems – even ones you didn't know you had – in more humane, sustainable, energy-efficient ways than ever before. Read on to find out about five such inventions.
 
It's Humane!: Solar-Powered Gopher Repellent
If you ever have a problem with rodents like gophers, moles, voles or shrews intruding on your … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: Selling Your Sacramento Home? Here’s Why You’ll Want to Keep Your Emotions out of It - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 04/06/17 02:09 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
What’s My Sacramento Home Worth?
Please call us to discuss your potential Home Value in Sacramento, CA 916-660-5823. Click here to use our FREE Online Home Value Estimator. Call for a FREE consultation
 
 
Selling your Sacramento home can be an extremely emotional process, but it's important that you don't let your emotions get the best of you.  Learn which common mistakes emotional sellers make when selling their home so that you can identify them during your own sale and overcome them before it's too late.
 
Price Paralysis
You love your Sacramento home, you know the value it provides to … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: Forget Mortgage Apps: 5 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Use a Human Mortgage Broker - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 04/03/17 01:45 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
What’s My Sacramento Home Worth?
Please call us to discuss your potential Home Value in Sacramento, CA 916-660-5823. Click here to use our FREE Online Home Value Estimator. Call for a FREE consultation
 
A mortgage broker can be a helpful tool in finding the right opportunity for you, but it can be tempting to deal with mortgage apps that may be able to consolidate all the information you need in one place. While many modern apps can be quite convenient, there are a few reasons you may want to use a knowledgeable mortgage professional to ensure the … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: Luxury Selling: How to Qualify Potential Buyers to Ensure They Can Afford Your Sacramento Home - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 03/31/17 04:09 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
What’s My Sacramento Home Worth?
Please call us to discuss your potential Home Value in Sacramento, CA 916-660-5823. Click here to use our FREE Online Home Value Estimator. Call for a FREE consultation
 
 
Luxury estates can be a challenge to sell. The more expensive a Sacramento home is, the less potential buyers there are. The biggest hassle is going through the process with people who can't actually afford the home, only to have it fall apart at the last minute.
 
 
Here are some ways to make sure the property is only being viewed by qualified buyers.
 
 
Only Accept Offers … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: 3 Key Reasons Why Buying Your First Home Is Like Planning a Wedding - Thinking of Buying a Home in Sacramento - 03/27/17 01:32 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
What’s My Sacramento Home Worth?
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You may not see the connection right away, but buying a Sacramento home and planning a wedding are two experiences that require certain skills and challenge you in similar ways.  Check out the three key similarities below!
 
1. Budget
 
Whether you're buying your first Sacramento home or planning a wedding, you are likely facing one of the biggest financial obligations of your life.  That's why, in … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: Distraction – Buying a Home in Sacramento - 03/27/17 08:45 AM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
What’s My Sacramento Home Worth?
Please call us to discuss your potential Home Value in Sacramento, CA 916-660-5823. Click here to use our FREE Online Home Value Estimator. Call 916-660-5823 for a FREE consultation. Buying a Home in Sacramento?
 
Distractions can lead to much lower productivity in your daily life and at the workplace.  You would be surprised by the amount of time that is wasted in a day because of the distractions we face.  Let this be a warning that life is too short, don’t give away your precious time for just anything.  
 
Get some ideas on lower … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: Selling Your Sacramento Home? Don’t Skip These 3 Essential Steps or Your Sale Will Suffer - Thinking of Selling a Home in Sacramento - 03/24/17 03:45 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
What’s My Sacramento Home Worth?
Please call us to discuss your potential Home Value in Sacramento, CA 916-660-5823. Click here to use our FREE Online Home Value Estimator. Call for a FREE consultation
 
If you want to sell your Sacramento home quickly — and for the most profit — you can't just list it and cross your fingers.  Successful sales are well-planned sales, and there are several ways in which you can make sure your own home sale turns out as you'd like it to.
 
1. Know Your Target Market
 
What kind of people are buying homes in your … (0 comments)

sacramento realtor: Making the Grade: How to Research Local Schools before Buying Your Next Home -Thinking of Buying a Home in Sacramento - 03/20/17 05:35 PM
Mike and Jennifer Rigley (buyers) 916.378.4671 / (sellers) 916-660-5823 Info@RigleyRG.com
What’s My Sacramento Home Worth?
Please call us to discuss your potential Home Value in Sacramento, CA 916-660-5823. Click here to use our FREE Online Home Value Estimator. Call for a FREE consultation
 
There are so many things involved in moving into a new Sacramento home in a different neighborhood that it can be easy to forget about the proximity of many nearby amenities. However, if you have children, the local schools available can make-or-break the decision on whether or not to invest in a house. If you're wondering how you can find out more about the … (0 comments)

 
Mike & Jennifer Rigley, Expert Real Estate Services (Real Estate Specialist -Rigley Realty Group)

Mike & Jennifer Rigley

Expert Real Estate Services

Sacramento, CA

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Real Estate Specialist -Rigley Realty Group

Address: 3420 Montclaire St, Sacramento, CA, 95821

Office: (916) 778-6004

Mobile: (916) 396-7487

Author Bio: Serving the Northern California counties of Sacramento, Placer, Yolo, El Dorado, Yuba, Sutter, Solano and San Joaquin, Mike and Jennifer Rigley, co-owners of the Rigley Realty Group, bring to you their experience of over 1500 closed transactions and combined 50 years of business and Real Estate experience. High school sweethearts and married since 1979, Mike and Jennifer have been residents of Sacramento since 1981. After Mike’s honorable discharged from the US Coast Guard in 1981 Mike & Jennifer Moved to Sacramento working as a sales rep selling industrial equipment. Starting as a bread man for Rainbo Baking Company in 1984, Mike quickly rose through the ranks to lead the sales department as Director of Sales. Leaving the baking industry after nearly 19 years for real estate, Mike was Rookie of the Year for Coldwell Banker in 2004, leading all new agents for unit production. After nearly 19 years with the California Grocers Association, Jennifer joined Mike as they moved to Keller Williams Realty in the fall of 2005. As consistent top producers, Mike and Jennifer were ranked number 45 worldwide in 2008 with Keller Williams Realty and remain Top Producers within the Sacramento four County Metroplex . In 2018 Mike and Jennifer opened their own brokerage - the Rigley Realty Group. In addition to successful business and real estate careers, Mike and Jennifer have three grown children. Crystal, a graduate of UC Santa Barbara with a Masters in Education, works as a High School teacher at Berkeley High in Berkeley CA; Stacey, a graduate of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with her Masters from UCLA, is an architect in Southern California; and Michael is a highly sought after Motion Graphics Specialist in Los Angeles. With their children grown and gone, Mike and Jennifer continue to remain active in the community. Their team approach and commitment to excellence ensures smooth and hassle free real estate experience.

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