This home is located in the desirable Brookside West neighborhood of Stockton, CA.  It is conveniently located just a few blocks away from I-5 and is a short walk to Starbucks for your morning coffee, In-N-Out for lunch and the iconic Dave Wong's for dinner.  It is in the Lincoln Unified School district.    It is a three bedroom, two bathroom, 1,559 square foot home that features one downstairs bedroom and full bathroom.  It is ready to move right in!  Also a plus, the refrigerator, television, washer and dryer are all included with the home.          The front yard is landscaped nicely, but the backyard is special.  There are two patios off each exit, a full length of the house pergola and a gently upward sloping yard with a walkway through japaneese maples and a pine tree.  It is ... 10/02/2020

There's something to be said about living on the water. Relaxing under the shade, having dinner on the Delta ...watching the birds, fishermen, boaters ...enjoying a sunset...all better when you live on the water.  In Stockton we currently have a waterfront listing in the Spanos Park West neighborhood - 5926 Rigger Cove Way. One of only 7 homes in Spanos Park West that offers a reverse-living floor plan overlooking the Delta Waterways with views of the water, wildlife, open fields, and Mount Diablo right from your kitchen, combination dining/living room, master bedroom or 2nd floor deck! Enjoy watching sunrise/sunsets and all the wildlife that nature offers. Inside the home is just as amazing. Recently installed energy efficient upgrades such as paid solar, whole house fan, tankless wate... 07/11/2020

There's something to be said about living on the water. Relaxing under the shade, having dinner on the Delta ...watching the birds, fishermen, boaters, water skiers, ...enjoying a sunset...all better when you live on the water. We currently have a home for sale on the Delta Waterways in Stockton located in the Spanos Park West Neighborhood at 5926 Rigger Cove Way, Stockton, CA 95219 One of only 7 homes in Spanos Park West that offers a reverse-living floor plan overlooking the Delta Waterways with views of the water, wildlife, open fields, and Mount Diablo right from your kitchen, combination dining/living room, master bedroom or 2nd floor deck! Enjoy watching sunrise/sunsets and all the wildlife that nature offers. Inside the home is just as amazing. Recently installed energy efficient... 06/30/2020

    How do you eat an elephant?  One bite at a time.  That old line came to mind when I first was introduced to this Lincoln Village home that recently sold.    We listed this home at the end of 2019, but the story started a little over a year ago.  We were working on another home in Stockton a few blocks away doing estate sales and cleaning it up (This Longview house).  A friend from high school saw the work we were doing on a Facebook post and reached out to me to see if I was interested in helping their family with their estate home sale.  This home was in better shape than the home on Longveiw ave., but there would still be a lot to do.                       They were ready to move forward in October.  The first time we met, everything seemed a little overwhelming.  The house was fu... 01/24/2020

     Some transactions are a piece of cake...Ha!  This one was not.  Everything about this transaction really happened, except one thing.  What did not happen?     One of my closest friends, Mark, was raised in this home and I spent a lot of time visiting him back in 1970 something.  It is a very cute home in Stockton, CA with a large yard.  It was built in 1947 and it looked almost exactly the same in 2017 as it did when we were in high school.  In other words, it needed some love.  Mark reached out to me in late 2017.  His step father had passed away and he needed to sell this house.  Here were some of the challenges. There was no will and there was 16 heirs.  The sale would need court approval and approval of each of the heirs.  Did I mention almost every heir lived outside of CA.?  ... 12/30/2019

Estate Sale Sat. and Sun. 8am to 3pm.  We are getting our next listing ready for the market and holding an estate sale in Stockton, CA.  There is some cool stuff for sale, including this bedroom set.                                                                                                          There are two really nice couches and a lift chair that was rarely used.                                                                     And don't forget this very cool old radio.                                                              There will also be a lot of cute women's clothing (mostly size 8), dishes, kitchen items, tools, insulators and household items.  There are a lot of fishing poles, reels, lures, a pair of like new waders and three coffee cans full of lead sinkers.... 10/21/2019

5738 Shelldrake Ct., Stockton, CA 95207Want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Then come home and immerse yourself in the relaxing tranquility and serenity of waterfront living. Situated on a cul-de-sac, this gorgeous waterfront 4-bedroom 3-bath Carey built semi-custom home is located in the well-established Meadow Lake neighborhood. From your own boat dock, enjoy water sports such as kayaking, stand-up paddle, boating, fishing and more. Cathedral ceiling entry with custom wood ceilings in the living/dining room area with hardwood flooring. Brick flooring entry leads to the dining/family area which also has brick flooring in the kitchen. Multi-zone heating and air conditioning units. Insta-hot water recirculation system. Composite Trex decking throughout the rear o... 07/11/2019

Gourmet Kitchen!9109 Rutland Ct. Stockton CA 952094 Beds | 3 Full Baths | 2293 SF | 1978SOLD BY THE MODE AND DURHAM TEAMPrepare to fall in love the minute you walk in the door...Gourmet kitchen beckons to any foodie to come revel in it's beauty and luxury! Built in double refrigerator, built in oven and microwave, Bosch gas range and dishwasher! And the massive marble island is a showstopper! Ceilings open to upper floor from the living room, and a wall of windows that fills the house with light! Like laundry, me either, but you will with this laundry room! Big, bright, with storage, and a bath right off the garage! Master bath right out of a magazine! Walk in shower with stone floors, marble counters with white cabinets, beautiful fixtures, and a walk in closet you could get lost in! ... 07/08/2019

FHA FAQ Maybe you just got the news from your loan officer that you need an FHA loan in order to qualify for your home purchase.  "Oh brother," you say, another acronym, additional lending jargon and still more ways to be confused about the whole mortgage process.  Or not?  What are the differences between an FHA loan and a "regular" or conventional mortgage?  Let's take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions that swirl around FHA loans and cut right to the chase of what you need to know in order to determine if an FHA loan is a good fit for you. Q)  Is an FHA loan different than a regular mortgage?A)  Not really.  At the end of the day, you'll  probably find yourself in a 30-year fixed rate loan.  In fact, the core loan program is no different than a conventional or "con... 05/08/2019

 On the next live Agent Mastermind Webinar on Tuesday, April 30,we are joined by special guest Karen Liz Albert. Karen specializes in helping Entrepreneurs and small business thrive online.You will learn the most effective Facebook business page tactics that will:– Increase your Facebook business page & post reach– Increase engagement with your Facebook community– Connect you with strategic partners to grow your visibility and network– Produce unlimited, relevant contentReserve your spot by clicking here!P.S. I GOT YOUR BACK!!! If you get busy and can’t make the live class (which is always best as these classes are meant to be interactive) don’t worry. The class is normally recorded and I can send you the replay! Just reply back to this post if you need me to send it to you! SEE YOU TUE... 04/28/2019

Is it a buyers or a seller’s market today in Stockton? As experts in the Stockton real estate market, we get asked this question a lot.The answer isn't as simple as yes or no.The State of the Market for Buyers in Stockton, CaliforniaFirst, it really depends on the property type, location and the condition.Throughout 2018, single-family homes in great locations that are priced well have been flying off the shelves. There’s a lot of demand in the market for all areas and even in what was typically a slow market, we have seen houses of all price ranges sell.We started to see an end of year slow down but I think that is more a seasonal thing than a concern. Prices in all ranges have stalled so where we were seeing 3% to 5% growth in prices from this year to last we are starting to see a lev... 01/06/2019

In real estate, everything is a negotiation. Its about coming to terms with what a seller wants and the buyer is willing to pay and visa versa when it comes to inspections.. That give and take is the key to a successful transaction. It is about coming to terms with reality, and when your home is in less than perfect condition, your reality is a balance between what the buyer wants and what you, the seller is willing to concede or fix because at some point the deal will hang in the balance based on that list.I see it all of the time and the home inspection(s) are usually the deal breakers. Especially when you consider that over 95% of all home buyers will want at least one inspection before they make their final decision.Most Sellers are unaware of he impact of the home inspection proces... 01/14/2018

Stockton Downtown MetroplexThe downtown area of Stockton is rapidly developing a whole new look. Like many communities in the California Central Valley, Stockton is reclaiming its historic buildings and renewing the urban communities of yesteryear. Coupled with new and updated entertainment venues, the downtown area is fast becoming a destination for culture, entertainment and shopping.If your relocation plans could include this historical Central Valley city, we would love the opportunity to show you around and help you find the "just right" home for you.  BUT ... if you like doing things yourself for now, here's a little fast-track help .... just click Stockton Homes or Stockton Condos.  Or just call the number below and one of Team members will get back to you as soon as possible!888... 08/31/2016

Mount Diablo at Sunset .... not a rare view, but the unintended consequences of the smoke in the atmosphere ... renders the on-fire look of the sky!Mt Diablo across the Delta at sunsetThe waterways and recreation areas of the Delta are immediately available to the residents of Stockton. Multiple boat launch areas, many parks and the commerce and recreation of a river town complements the outdoor life style many Northern California search out in the Stockton area. And then?.just on the other side of that Mt. Diablo, resides the entire Bay Area and all of the richness of the Northern California experience and lifestyle.If you relocation plans include looking in the Central Valley, we would be pleased to offr our assistance in your search ... just call the number below and one of our Team ... 08/30/2016

Weber Point - on the Stockton Downtown waterfront, named after the City Founder Charles WeberIn the mid-1800’s Captain Charles Weber acquired part a Mexican land grant delivered by Governor Micheltorena to his business partner, Guillermo (William) Gulnac.  After his partner’s failure to settle the tract, Weber established the settlement of Tuleberg in 1847, renaming it in 1849 to Stockton after Commodore Robert F Stockton, likely in response to the political circumstances surrounding the Mexican-American war as well as Weber’s intended land grant claim.  There is no limit to the intrigue of Stockton’s early political history, but it remains considered to be the first California communities without a Spanish or Indian name precedent.  At the head waters of the San Joaquin River, Stockton... 08/29/2016

 How would you feel if there was a silent, odorless, colorless, tasteless home invader slowly creeping down your hallways and filtering into your family's bedrooms?  This particular invader does not discriminate or care who’s life in ends. The rich or poor, the happy or sad can fall victim to this invader. No matter how many times people are told to be cautious, this invader gets to its victims.  Carbon Monoxide is this insidious invader you definitely do not want in your home.    The California State Senate passed a bill (SB 183) that requires owners of single family homes that have fossil-fuel burning appliances, fireplaces or attached garages, to have carbon monoxide alarms installed by July 1, 2011.  These alarms will go off if there is an accumulation of carbon monoxide over time o... 04/08/2016

 What is HERS?  This acronym stands for Home Energy Rating System, which is a comprehensive evaluation of the energy efficiency of an entire home.  The goal of the HERS rating system is to create a consistent, accurate and uniform rating scale. Its other purpose is to help help homeowners figure out and prioritize their investment in cost-effective home energy measures. What does a HERS inspection consist of? When a certified HERS Rater comes out to inspect a home they will look at the heating and cooling units along with the associated ducting, air leaks (sealed or unsealed), the water heating system, insulation (attic, walls, floor), windows, attached lighting fixtures, major appliances, solar electricity generating systems (if equipped), and other energy uses.  The HERS report genera... 03/16/2016

 Potential Seller: Is this the right time to sell my home?   Real Estate Agent: What do you want to do after your home is sold?  Where do you want to go?  What do you hope to accomplish by selling your home?  Do you need a specific amount at closing to do what you have in mind?  What is that number?  With the current seller’s market in the 95219 area code in Stockton California the selling of a properly priced and marketed property is not a problem.  When we say a properly priced property, the seller has to understand that a property is only worth what a buyer is willing pay for it.  Just because there is currently a lack of inventory in the 95219 area code, a seller’s market, does not mean that a seller can ask for an inflated price and they will get it.The hardest part of listing a pr... 03/15/2016

 According to the monthly trend reports from MetroList* for the 95219 area code in Stockton California, there is currently a seller’s market.  This is the same seller’s market that existed in the 95219 area code in the month of February. A Seller’s market is when there is less than 3 months of inventory in a given area. According to the reports for the 95219 area code in Stockton California, the current inventory of homes for sale is 2 months.  Okay, where did that number come from?  That number comes from dividing the total number of properties for sale by the total number of sold properties in that area.  The result is an approximate number of months it would take to sell the existing inventory, assuming a constant rate of sales.     Sept 2015 Oct 2015 Nov 2015 Dec 2015 Jan 2016 Feb 2... 03/15/2016

Senior Loan Consultant since 1994. My work is my passion. Working with clients to get them into their homes with a happy experience is always my goal. I work with First time home buyers, Investors, Veterans, move up buyers, and also work with clients who wish to Refinance to reduce their interest rate of take cash out of their homes. Many clients will choose to meet in person for a consultation, others over the phone or e mail. I will use whatever communication tool the clients wish that makes it easier and convenient for them with the process. Educating clients so they are well informed during the process is key to a success relationship.  02/25/2016