pajaro dunes: So you want a Fixer-Upper in Santa Cruz County.......Deal or No Deal?
- 11/25/13 03:06 PM
Fixer-Uppers in Santa Cruz County By Terri Woods – Selling Real Estate in Santa Cruz, Aptos, Capitola, Watsonville, La Selva Beach and North Monterey County So you want to buy a fixer upper in Santa Cruz County. My first response is… WHY? My experience has shown that there are really two type of Fixer-Upper buyers: Those that know what they are doing and First Time Home buyers. If you are a first time homeowner, I really really advise against it. Many first time homeowners think it is an easy way to build equity. Though that may be true, it is also … (3 comments)
pajaro dunes: HOME PRICES in WATSONVILLE CA (95076)for November 2013
- 11/16/13 06:01 AM
HOME PRICES IN WATSONVILLE CA for November 2013 (including La Selva Beach, Corralitos, Royal Oaks, Mt. Madonna, and Pajaro Dunes) We have seen several months of price increases on SOLD HOME PRICES in Watsonville (95076) and the surrounding area. If you are considering buying a home, you can still find deals, but having a good real estate agent who understands the market is a must. Don’t stay on the fence too long. As you can see in the graph, listings are not selling for their asking price. To make sure you don’t overpay for your home, you want an agent who … (2 comments)
When buying a home in Santa Cruz County and Monterey County, you need to become the VERY BEST BUYER possible. The benefits include more negotiating power, a smoother transaction, peace of mind and more. Here are some mistakes that SMART BUYERS have made when purchasing a home.
Mistake #1 Not knowing how much they can afford before they make an offer. The easiest way to avoid this mistake is to get pre-approved for a mortgage, so you know in advance exactly how much you can afford. … (4 comments)
pajaro dunes: What Can You Afford? And Why is getting Pre-Approved important?
- 11/06/13 09:01 AM
WHAT CAN YOU AFFORD? And Why is getting Pre-Approved Important? Real Estate 101 in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties Pre-approval program Many buyers are applying for a loan and obtaining approval before they find the home they wish to buy. Benefits of pre-approval · You look at the “right” homes · You save money dealing with a comfortable seller · You close more quickly · You minimize trauma of not knowing if you qualify There are many different loans available. Your loan officer is the best source to discuss the many different possible scenarios. When you visit with your lender, Ask for… ...a Good Faith … (0 comments)
pajaro dunes: Buying a Beachfront Home in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties
- 10/18/13 08:35 AM
Buying a Beachfront Home in Santa Cruz & Monterey Counties Beachfront living is an exciting and relaxing lifestyle.For many homeowners, a beachfront home represents one of the highest level of luxury. If you have dreamed of owning a beachfront home to use as a vacation home or a full-time residence, now is the time to buy. Beachfront Communities La Selva Beach, Rio Del Mar, Seascape, Seacliff, Pajaro Dunes and the surrounding areas are small, friendly communities that offer amenities for everyone. A quick jog down on the sand, basking in the sun, surfing, nightlife in Santa Cruz and Capitola makes this … (0 comments)
pajaro dunes: Are you a Clutter Bumpkim? (a.k.a. Hoarder)
- 10/16/13 03:18 AM
Are you a Clutter Bumpkin? (a.k.a. Hoarder) Many of us want to simplify our lives. We want to cut stress from our lives. Consider how many magazine articles, books, blogs, websites are devoted to helping us achieve less stress. Physical and mental health professionals are attributing illnesses, nervousness, spasms, chronic fatigue and even cancer to the stress in our lives. Consider this... we are accessible 24/7/365. In a recent study in Norway, addiction to social media is showing the same damage in the brain as addiction to alcohol, cocaine, and may actually be just as addictive. I was astounded to read … (45 comments)
pajaro dunes: La Selva Beach - a great place to live, a great place for vacations
- 10/07/13 07:49 AM
La Selva Beach - a great place to live, a great place for vacations La Selva Beach is a quaint community in the Santa Cruz and Aptos and Watsonville area. La Selva is Spanish for "the jungle" because of the dense conifer woods in the area. Home to both La Selva Beach and adjacent to Manresa State Beach, it is a perfect place to live or own a second vacation home. With a library, fire station, and a corner market store, this community has all you need for relaxation! It is a less visited beach and many enjoy the quick access for … (2 comments)
pajaro dunes: Mr./Ms. Seller, this is how we do it in Santa Cruz CA
- 07/09/13 02:31 PM
Mr./Ms. Seller, this is how we do it in Santa Cruz. I know this is way too much information for some Sellers, however, with a changing market, and more educated Buyers and Sellers due to the internet, I have found that explaining HOW and WHY I came up with the List Price is very much appreciated. (Disclaimer: This is a much abbreviated version of what I truly do.)
When a REALTOR suggests a LIST PRICE, we have to consider two things: 1. What buyers are willing to pay for the house, and 2. What the appraiser will value the house. … (6 comments)
pajaro dunes: Don't Use a Paint Brush... when touching up paint
- 06/14/13 07:51 AM
Don't Use a Paint Brush... when touching up paint. by Terri Woods I recently received a repair addendum from a prospective buyer of one of my luxury home listings in North Albany, OR. The home is decorated as a beautiful luxury home would be expected, with large pictures and mirrors. In the repair addendum, the buyer asked for the nail holes to be repaired by a professional painter. And I fully understand why. In my years as an agent, I have seen Nail Hole Repairs Gone Bad! Normally, after the inspection has been fully negotiated, the well-meaning seller starts to pack, … (3 comments)
I specialize in Luxury Homes and I wanted to share something that has been greatly appreciated by many Buyers' Agents. When I have a Buyer's Agent show one of my Luxury Home listings, I ask the agent to leave all the lights "ON" and explain that I will turn them off. Why do I do that? As I was showing a buyer a house that was not my listing, it took me AND the buyer several minutes to locate the light switches in this home. It really made … (0 comments)
pajaro dunes: INSPECT YOUR NEW HOME OR ELSE...
- 04/06/13 05:48 AM
Do I need an inspection even if I am buyer new construction? YES and YES and YES!!! I just read a blog post, http://activerain.com/blogsview/3684902/you-re-choking-me- in which the inspector found the duct partially blocked. That partially blocked duct would have probably been found if the seller had had an inspection when they purchased the home. Which leads me to my blog topic of getting an
inspection when purchasing a new home. I encourage agents and buyers to get a home inspection, even when purchasing a brand new home. The benefit is for everyone. The builder has access to their contractors and can quickly … (3 comments)
pajaro dunes: Watsonville, La Selva Beach (Santa Cruz, CA) Home Prices April 2013
- 04/04/13 11:06 AM
Watsonville and La Selva Beach Home Prices for April 2013 (watsonville) http://www.greatmontereybayhomes.info/mimarket/zip/95076/ Watsonville and La Selva Beach (Santa Cruz County) Home Prices for April 2013 Real Estate Market Data for Watsonville and La Selva Beach (Santa Cruz, CA) provided by Terri Woods of Keller Williams Realty DRE 01917591 The medium home values for single family homes increased 24.32% from the previous month. If you are a Seller, now is the time for a Highest Price Analysis. If you are a buyer, don't wait. Interest rates are low and price Visit my website www.GreatMontereyBayHomes.info to search for homes or to be notified when … (0 comments)
pajaro dunes: Personal Property in Real Estate Transactions - a different side
- 04/03/13 01:41 AM
I recently read a blog post concerning Personal Property in a transaction. The situation was comical and I do appreciate her take on why personal property should not be included in a transaction. And, I read through several comments from agents who also agreed. While I am not trying to be disagreeable, I sell real estate in the real world and know that there are times in which personal property does become an important part of the transaction, whether value is assigned or not. Oregon allows agents to list personal property to be included in the contract, without value. … (4 comments)
Fixer-Uppers in Santa Cruz County
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