homes: Alliance Title Closes Operations in California - Due To Slow Housing Market - 12/16/07 07:08 PM
 
 
The slow down in the real estate industry is evident with title companies consolidating offices and now Alliance Title Company in California has shut down operations.  The Elk Grove building that one of my office is in had an Alliance Title Company's office, but it closed down a couple of months ago.  It was no surprise because the closings in the area were very small compared to what the market used to be a few years ago.  It is a sign of the times we live in.  The real estate market is at a all time low, but it is a great opportunity for … (13 comments)

homes: 8439 Dartford Dr, Sacramento, California 95823 - Off the Market - 12/01/07 04:40 PM
      MLS#: 70101762
Price: $219,000
Location: 8439 Dartford Dr, Sacramento, CA 95823 (map) Cross Street: JACINTOBedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Approx Square Feet: 1076Approx Lot Size: 5881Year built: 1992
SHORT SALE!   Just Reduced $50,000. The sales price is at rock bottom for fast sale.  We will look at all offers and will send acceptable offer to seller's lenders for approval.  This is a very nice home located in a very nice secluded neigborhood.  The home has 3 great bedrooms with 2 baths and a 3 car garage.  It is cute with great curb appeal.  Make offer today!
 
Contact:
ERNIE CABRERA
REAL ESTATE AMERICA
(916) 439-4663
http://www.rearealtors.com/
ernie@rearealtors.com
 
DETAILS ABOUT THE PROPERTY:
Air Conditioning: CentralBathroom Description: Shower … (14 comments)

homes: Decisons, Decisons, What Kind Of Home Will You Purchase? New or Resale - 12/01/07 02:19 PM
WHAT WILL YOU CHOOSE?
 
We currently are in a Buyer's Market and you as a buyer have more choices.  The interest rates are low, there is a large inventory to choose from, and the sellers are willing to negotiate almost anything. 
What home will you purchase, NEW or a RESALE? 
The dazzle of the new, or comfort and value of the old?
RESALE HOME:
A resale home can be better than gold, if it better fits your family needs and you get it for a great better price.  The reputation of the community is known and can be predictable.In some cases Existing Homes typically have more upgrades, landscaped yards, and you usually … (6 comments)

homes: Homes For Sale In Sacramento - 10/01/07 04:05 PM
 
The Sacramento Real Estate Market is now ripe for investors.  There are homes like the one above that is listed under $195,000 and have 3 bedrooms with 2 baths.  This property is listed with REAL ESTATE AMERICA and is currently available.  We have not seen these kinds of deals in years.  If you can find deals that cash flow and if it has an upside in appreciation then it is a deal to jump on.  People have been waiting for the bottom but it is hard to predict the future.  No one really has a crystal ball to find out.
The facts are … (1 comments)

homes: Are You A Real Estate Contrarian Investor? - 09/28/07 08:47 AM
Are you a real estate contrarian Investor?
What is a CONTRARIAN? 
The definition of a Contrarian by:
www.webster.com
Main Entry: con·trar·i·an Pronunciation: k&n-'trer-E-&n, kän-Function: noun: a person who takes a contrary position or attitude; specifically : an investor who buys shares of stock when most others are selling and sells when others are buying - contrarian adjective - con·trar·i·an·ism  /-&-"niz-&m/ noun
 
I believe this concept is the same for real estate.
When people are getting out, it is great to get in.
Not just any property, but great property!
Buy property that is under valued during this down turn in the real estate market.
Property that cash flow or … (13 comments)