by terriwoods SINGLE FAMILY INVENTORY: SINGLE FAMILY SALES: Santa Cruz local housing statistics, Soquel local housing statistics, Capitola local housing statistics, Aptos local housing statistics, Watsonville local housing statistics … (2 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Checklist for Buying a Lot or Buying Land in Santa Cruz County
- 02/04/14 06:44 AM
Advice on Buying a Lot or Buying Land in Santa Cruz County Amazing! Pristine! Delightful! Views! Majestic! You see the ads. You see the pictures. But what are you really looking at? Buying a lot or land is different from a home purchase. When you decide to purchase land, whether it be a small lot in a subdivision or acreage, there are a few things to consider. This is my quick checklist. 1. What are you going to do with the lot/land? Are you planning on building, hunting, camping? Click to continue reading article. OR... You can watch the first episode of … (1 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Move to the quaint town of Capitola, CA (Santa Cruz County)
- 02/03/14 02:25 PM
Capitola, California is a bedroom community in Santa Cruz County, on the Monterey Bay. Approximately 10,000 people call Capitola home. Known for its colorful homes, trendy shops, great restaurants and great beaches, Capitola is a great place to live and visit.
FUN FACT: Did you know that Capitola is known for being the oldest beach resort on the west coast? Click to continue reading Find your Capitola, CA Homes for Sale (Santa Cruz County) Here Capitola, CA Homes for Sale (Santa Cruz County) New Listings (3) Capitola, CA Homes for Sale (Santa Cruz County) Foreclosure Listings (1) Capitola, CA Homes … (0 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Aptos, CA (95003) Housing Stats including Rio del Mar Through Jan 2014
- 02/03/14 08:30 AM
Aptos CA Real Estate Statistics through Jan 2014 by terriwoods by Terri Woods – Terri sells real estate in Santa Cruz County And the stats are in. The number of sales in December dropped by 54.2% from the previous month. The median LISTING price is $736,170 while the median SOLD price is just shy of $650,000. Click to continue reading article.
Aptos, CA Homes for Sale (Santa Cruz County) Listings Search Aptos, CA Homes for Sale (Santa Cruz County) New Listings (5) Aptos, CA Homes for Sale (Santa Cruz County) Foreclosure Listings (3) Aptos, CA Homes for Sale (Santa Cruz County) … (1 comments)
Located between Santa Cruz and Monterey, Moss Landing is home to approximately 100 households (less than 300 people) however, over 600 boats call Moss Landing "home" too. The commercial boats are known for gathering dungeness crab, halibut, king salmon, albacore, anchovies, sardines, squid, prawns, red snapper and other species. YUM!
Moss Landing is home to Phil's Fish Market, named Best Seafood Restaurant in the world by BBC Travel. If you enjoy Mexican seafood and a coastal environment, you can visit The Whole Enchilada. After dinner, take time to visit … (1 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Aptos, CA Real Estate - History, Fun Facts, and homes for sale
- 01/23/14 06:44 AM
Considering buying a home in Aptos, CA? By Terri Woods, Real Estate agent with Keller Williams RealtyTerri sells real estate in Santa Cruz County including Santa Cruz, Aptos, Capitola, Soquel, Rio del Mar, Watsonville, and surrounding areas. APTOS, CA is a community to the east of Santa Cruz. It is pronounced "app-toss" not "app-tose" (a sure way to tell a local from a tourist). FUN FACTS: Aptos is Ohlone, meaning "the people". Aptos is home to the epicenter of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake (magnitude 6.9). Aptos is also known for the "World's Shortest Parade" that is celebrated on July 4th, because the parade route is about .6 miles long. Continue … (0 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: The story behind "Keep Calm and Carry On"
- 01/21/14 08:51 AM
I personally have wondered where the "Keep Calm and ..." slogan came from and why it was so popular. And now we know, thanks to a blog from Michael Drew. Michael is an author and has a great website, Pendulum in Action. Make sure to watch the video on YouTube (link below). Below is a reblog from Michael Drew, co-author of the book Pendulum. THE ORIGIN OF A MEME: KEEP CALM AND CARRY ON Re Blog - Original Blog by Michael Drew Michael Drew · The WE Cycle Theory · 19 hours 46 minutes ago If you’ve spent much time on social media recently, you’ve no … (1 comments)
KITCHEN #1 There are a number of ways to save water, and they all start with you. #2 When washing dishes by hand, don’t let the water run. Fill one basin with wash water and the other with rinse water. #3 Dishwashers typically use less water than washing dishes by hand. Now, Energy Star dishwashers save even more water and energy. #4 If your dishwasher is new, … (1 comments)
THIS is the TIME TO BUY a home in Salinas CA (93907) PRICES keep GOING UP!
As you can see on the graph, the MEDIAN SOLD PRICE of homes continues to rise. The Median Listing Price is for Single Family Homes / Condos / Townhouses in Salinas, CA (93907) is $486.500. The average days a listing stays on the market is 63 and there are 28 Active Listings in 93907. 14.3% of the properties on the market are distressed, meaning they are either Foreclosures … (1 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Close to Watsonville, Salinas & San Jose sits a quiet community-Aromas
- 01/16/14 02:44 AM
Nestled beneath the beautiful California hills and a big blue sky is the small town of Aromas. With a population of less than 3000, this town is approximately 8 miles to Watsonville, 20 miles to Salinas, 30 miles to Santa Cruz, and just 45 miles from San Jose, CA. FUN FACTS: Aromas is home to Graniterock Quarry.Aromas is one of four cities in California that straddle two counties. Aromas, CA Homes for Sale (Monterey County) Listings Search Aromas, CA Homes for Sale (Monterey County) New Listings (1) Aromas, CA Homes for Sale (Monterey County) Single Family Homes for Sale (9) The number of active listings in … (0 comments)
Many people are asking that question. Especially those who were burned by the recent housing downturn. Some lost their homes through short sales, foreclosures and/or bankruptcy. And now, they are a little hesitant to get back into the housing ownership group again. Is this you? I know, I know. We all know the financial benefits. Gain equity through appreciation. Tax deductions. Capital Gain exclusions. BUT… DID YOU KNOW THAT HOME OWNERSHIP ACTUALLY BENEFITS YOUR KIDDOS? Why is that? Stability – Research has shown that the longer a child stayed in one place (same house, … (1 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: New Year's Resolution - See the communities I service with new eyes
- 01/12/14 04:49 AM
This year, I made a New Year's Resolution to really get to know the communities I service, with new eyes, the way a new person moving into the community might see. When a person lives in a community, we sometimes take things for granted. For example, I live in Santa Cruz County and we have a tourist venue called The Mystery Spot. I am so surprised at the number of 'locals' who have never actually gone to The Mystery Spot. But people who don't live in Santa Cruz talk about it as the 'go-to' place. I had to laugh at … (3 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Good Credit Scores = Lower Homeowner Insurance Premiums (Santa Cruz)
- 01/11/14 07:22 AM
Did you know that the lender is not the only one who looks at your credit score when buying a home? Unless you have recently purchased a home or refinanced the home you are currently living in, you may not be aware that insurance companies are now looking at credit scores. Insurance companies have learned that a person’s credit history is an accurate predictor of risk. According to Insurance Information Institute actuarial studies have shown that people with a low credit score are more likely to file a claim. Since insurance companies base their premiums according to the risk they are assuming, … (0 comments)
This is one of my favorite beaches because it is less populated. Because there is no direct access to the beach, not many "outsiders" visit this spot, resulting in a calm, comfortable place to rest and enjoy life. With that being said, there are public places to park and walk down to the beach, making … (1 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: For those of you who like stats... Watsonville CA Housing Stats 2013
- 01/08/14 10:51 AM
Real estate market data for Watsonville, CA (95076) provided by Terri Woods, Keller Williams Realty. Terri sells real estate in Santa Cruz County and North Monterey County. Local Housing Statistics for Watsonville CA (95076) through December 2013 Watsonville CA has shown an increase in home prices of approximately 20% in the year 2013. The number of active listings in Watsonville (95076) dropped by 24% from the previous month. The median number of days active properties have been listed is 89. This is significantly shorter than the national average. The Median Listing Price is $637,270 and there are 98 active listings with 8.2% being Distressed … (2 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Sellers, Clean the VENTS in your home before you put it on the market
- 01/07/14 07:41 AM
Posted by Terri Woods, Real Estate agent with Keller Williams Realty. Terri sells real estate in Santa Cruz County and North Monterey Bay County. We have all heard the jokes on dust in our homes. Remember...a layer of dust protects the wood beneath it. A house becomes a home when you can write "I love you"on the furniture. If you write in the dust, please don’t date it! DEFINITION of DUST: Dust in homes, offices, and other human environments contains small amounts of plant pollen, human and animal hairs, textile fibers, paper fibers, minerals from outdoor soil, human skin cells, burnt meteorite particles, and many other materials which may be found in the local environment. WHAT??? … (3 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Aptos, CA Housing Stats are in... Was 2013 good to you?
- 01/06/14 12:56 PM
Real estate market data for Aptos, CA provided by Terri Woods, Keller Williams Realty. Terri sells real estate in Santa Cruz County and North Monterey County. Aptos, CA Home Prices and 2013 Real Estate Housing Stats Homes for sale in Aptos CA (95003) dropped by 27.8%from the previous month. There are 101 single family residences/condos currently on the market in Aptos, CA. The median number of days active properties have been listed is 99 and the median list price is $774,750.
We have seen 6 straight months of sold home prices in Aptos CA. With the low inventory, home prices are … (2 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Having guest for the holidays? Cleaning Tips for your Santa Cruz Home
- 12/18/13 04:49 AM
Holiday Cleaning: Tips for a Guest-Ready Home Reblog By: Courtney Craig Published: December 14, 2011 How deep do you go when cleaning for holiday guests? There are some who take it to the extreme — but you can have a clean home without going overboard. If you think wiping down counter-tops and fluffing a few pillows in advance of the guest onslaught will land you on Santa’s “nice” list this holiday season, check that list twice. The extreme cleaners (telephone buttons! vacuum brushes! remote controls!) featured in this New York Times article may make you feel like a slacker. But you can bring your home to … (0 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Have you THOUGHT about selling your Condo/Townhouse in Santa Cruz?
- 12/13/13 07:10 AM
Do you have a CONDO/TOWNHOUSE TO SELL in Santa Cruz County? By Terri Woods - I sell real estate in Santa Cruz, Aptos, Rio del Mar, Capitola, La Selva Beach, Watsonville, and North Monterey County – Call Terri today! In a recent article in the Santa Cruz Sentinel, young couples are choosing buying a condo vs. renting an apartment. With the low interest rates and increasing rents, apartment dwellers are making the move from RENTERS to OWNERS. In many cases, the monthly mortgage payment is less than their monthly rent. Do you own a Condo/Townhouse? Has the thought crossed your mind in the … (1 comments)
wwwgreatmontereybayhomescom: Condos for Sale in Aptos CA 95003 - Stop Paying Apartment Rent
- 12/13/13 06:35 AM
Condos For Sale in Aptos CA 95003 By Terri Woods - I sell real estate in Santa Cruz, Aptos, Rio del Mar, Capitola, La Selva Beach, Watsonville, and North Monterey County – Call Terri today! Condos for Sale in Aptos CA 95003 Are you paying rent for an apartment? Have you considered owning a CONDO? Visit my website for full details and photos of all available Condos for Sale in Aptos, CA 95003. Our for sale property information is a direct feed from the local MLS and is updated several times daily. The number of active listings in Aptos (95003) dropped by … (1 comments)
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