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March 1st, 2012
Why You should Buy a Fresno Home Based on the Closest Starbucks
Home Buying: The Starbucks Method
Home Buying Tips
It is no secret that Starbucks Coffee is an American institution and cultural staple. Did you also know that by visiting a Starbucks you will know whether that community might be a good place to buy your next home? A local Starbucks can tell you a lot about a community, even if you don’t like coffee, you will get a feel for who your neighbors will be. A Starbucks tells you who works nearby during the week, as well as who lives in the general area.
Now, of course if you live in a rural community or somewhere there is not a Starbucks Coffee nearby (I’m really sorry!), you will have to do a little more research. I suggest visiting the nearest “watering hole” – local grocery store, gas station, church or community center. Virtually all communities have some sort of gathering place. Find out what it is and just visit.
Use the Starbucks Store Finder to get started and then let us know what areas and neighborhoods you like best and we will send you a list of homes for sale in that area! We will even buy you a cup of coffee at the Starbucks of your choice if you would like to get together to chat about real estate and the home buying process. Check out our Best Places to Live In Fresno list and request a list of homes today!
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February 21st, 2012
5 Tips to Find and Buy a Copper River Ranch Foreclosure
Houses for sale at Copper River Ranch
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Copper River Ranch foreclosures are rare, but when you are able to find them you have found a hidden gem. In fact, there has only been one foreclosure home that has sold in 2011. You might wonder, why even search for a foreclosure in this area? Since this is a newer community the foreclosure rate will most likely increase over the next few years. Foreclosures accounted for nearly 40% of all homes sales this past month in Fresno County. Some Fresno foreclosures are selling at up to 50% less than comparable Fresno homes. Talk about a bargain. If you’re interested in narrowing your search for a Copper River Ranch homes here are some suggestions on how to buy a Copper River Ranch home or Foreclosure. Read why we think you will love living at Copper River Ranch.
1. Find Copper River Ranch listings – This is the easy part. All you need to do is let us know we’ll send you a current list of ALL Copper River Ranch homes for sale as well as Copper River Ranch Foreclosures. Request list below!
2. Work with a specialized agent – A Realtor who specializes in Copper River Ranch and Copper River Ranch foreclosures is not only a time saver, but a necessity these days. They will guide you through the process, help you find the best properties, tip you off to the various issues, challenges, and risks, and do the ins-and-outs along the way, from researching property title documents to recommending reputable inspectors and contractors.
3. Understand your buying options – The safest way to buy a foreclosed property is to buy it back from the bank (bank foreclosed properties are also called real estate owned, or REOs). That’s because you can inspect the home before you buy it, and you can finance the purchase with a mortgage. Furthermore, when a bank takes back a home, it will clear any outstanding liens.
4. Budget for repairs/renovations – Don’t underestimate the amount of work that may be needed to restore the home to a “livable” condition as these residences are sold “as is.” A good rule of thumb is to can factor in 10% for updates and repairs on any Fresno foreclosure purchase. Not all Fresno foreclosures require that much money for repairs, which may be more true for homes in the Copper River Ranch area.
5. Make an appropriate offer – Make sure you’ve done your homework, taking into consideration not only the price, but also the condition of the property, and the surrounding neighborhood. Ideally, you want to find a foreclosure in a Fresno neighborhood that doesn’t have very many of them, like Copper River Ranch. Also, you have to be pre-approved before you can submit an offer (banks won’t consider offers without a pre-approval letter).
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February 19th, 2012
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Google+ is fast becoming one of the world’s favorite social media connecting points. Google+ keeps with the simplicity Google is known for, while adding unique features not provided by Facebook and other popular social media sites. Features like “Hang outs” and “circles” make connecting simple and removes all of the unnecessary, or unwanted, information as determined by you. So whether you are interested in real estate in Fresno, looking to buy or sell a home in the near future or even if you are a small business in Fresno looking to connect with other small businesses… we want to invite you!
If you already have a gmail account or are on YOU TUBE, then you are half way there! Click on the Google+ icon below to join us and get started and to join our circle.
If you are looking to connect on all things Fresno or Real Estate in Fresno, then we invite you to join us!
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February 19th, 2012
Luxury Homes In Fresno Ca
Directory of Luxury Homes In Fresno Ca
Luxury Homes in Fresno
The Fresno area offers many exquisite neighborhoods with luxury homes. Here are some of the top choices, by neighborhood, for those looking to buy a luxury home in Fresno Ca. For more exceptional and affordable Fresno neighborhoods check out our list of Best Places to Buy a home in Fresno.
Luxury Homes in the Clovis North Area
(Clovis North and Clovis West High Schools)
- Copperline Estates – $650k+
- Copper Ridge Estates – $700k +
- Country Club at the Fort – $750 +
- Bellamontagna – $600k +
- Country Club Estates II & III $500+
- Copper River Country Club – $1.3 million +
Luxury Homes in Northwest Fresno
(Bullard and Clovis West High Schools)
- Lake Van Ness- $600K +
- Van Ness Extension- $1 million +
- Fresno Homes on the Bluff - $350k +
- On the Golf Course Homes- $500k +
Request a FREE list of all Luxury Homes in Fresno Ca ($700k – $2m+).
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February 18th, 2012
Lake Van Ness Homes for Sale
Luxury Homes in Fresno Ca at Lake Van Ness
Lake Van Ness Homes
Million dollar views in the heart of northwest Fresno! This beautiful and prestigious man-made lake in the heart of the Van Ness Extension area of northwest Fresno is just what you are looking for! This quiet, established, private, luxury gated Fresno community offers comfort and recreation unlike any other in Fresno. Luxury Homes in Fresno Ca at Lake Van Ness offers its own tennis club as well as plenty of room for a quiet walk or bike ride all with 24 hour surveillance for peace of mind and safety. Luxury Homes in Fresno Ca at Lake Van Ness are truly one of Fresno’s best and finest places to live.
If you enjoy on the lake living with close proximity to the best of Fresno, then this is the community for you! For more information about Luxury Homes in Fresno Ca at Lake Van Ness and to get a FREE list of Lake Van Ness homes for sale, sign in below and we will send you a list right to your email in-box today.
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February 17th, 2012
Van Ness Extension Homes for Sale
1 Million Dollar + Homes For Sale In Fresno
Luxury Homes in Fresno
Whether you are relocating to Fresno or looking to move up in luxury, we have the perfect option for you. If you looking for the most extravagant luxury homes in Fresno (even the Central Valley), look no further then the elegant and prestigious Van Ness Extension area of Fresno. For decades Van Ness Extension area homes have been some of the most sought after luxury homes in all of Fresno and Clovis. Although finding a home in this location can be a challenge, the time and effort is worth the wait. You cannot beat this established and beautiful location. Currently there are 15 homes for sale in the incredible area for $800k to $2 million plus. Luxury homes in this area range in size from 3000 sqft all the way up to 8700+ sq ft, with lot sizes of 12k sq ft up to 1 acre+. In addition to existing Van Ness area homes for sale there are still vacant lots available for you to build the custom home of your dreams. Call or email to set up an appointment to see these incredible homes!
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February 15th, 2012
Clovis North High School Area Homes
Homes for Sale Near Clovis North High School
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Clovis North High School, the newest of the 5 Clovis high schools, in north Fresno Ca opened in 2007 and continues to be one of the Central Valley’s top schools.
Here is what makes Clovis North High School Unique.
While still growing into its multi-million dollar facilities, there’s been numerous advantages to being the “new school” in the Clovis Unified School system. Clovis North students reported having more opportunities, smaller classes, and better facilities than their previous schools (Fresno Bee, 2011). Clovis North students excelled academically, too, receiving the the highest state scores in the Clovis Unified school system for high school, beating out perennial academic powerhouse Buchanan (API Scores: 877 to 860).
Clovis North Homes for Sale
If you’re looking for a home in the Clovis Unified school system, let us know. We can help you find the ideal Fresno or Clovis home that meets your school needs. Find out how to get started with our 3 Easy Steps to Start the Home Buying Process. Check out our special incentives for Clovis North Sellers and Buyers.
Or for a FREE list of Clovis North School Homes for Sale sent right to your email box, simply complete the form below. Happy house-hunting!
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February 15th, 2012
Home Values in Fresno: The Honest Truth
The Truth About Your Fresno Home’s Values
Recently I posed the question, “Is the American Dream of Home Ownership Dead?” Many Fresno home owners have seen their primary investment, their home, steadily decline for the last five years. Along with this decline in values has been the demise of their dreams of home ownership. These thoughts led me to wonder, “what is the truth about home values in Fresno and Clovis?” Here are two quick observations about home values in Fresno…
1. Home values very depending on neighborhood and quality. According to a recent article in The Fresno Bee, Home Value collapse hits Fresno area unevenly, says that concerning certain areas of Fresno and Clovis, “The relative drop in value hasn’t been as severe there — 41% in northeast Fresno and 49% in some parts of Clovis, for instance.” Home values and areas in Fresno and Clovis that have been affective the least are in northwest and northeast Fresno, as well as parts of north Clovis. Here is a guide to some of Fresno’s Best Neighborhoods to buy a home. What the below chart does not show or track is the values associated with certain areas and neighborhoods in Fresno/Clovis. For some Fresno home owners who purchased their homes prior to the peak of the market or for those who used conventional loans (10% -20%+ down) the hope of retaining equity/value still exists. So, if you are not planning on moving or selling you are in good shape and should feel confident about the future value of your home.
2. The median sales prices of homes have stayed constant over the last 3 years. In this case no change or no new news is good news. After 3 straight years of dramatic decreases in home values and prices have leveled off a bit. Obviously as stated above in #1 it depends/varies by location and for some neighborhoods, even from street to street. Having said this we are positioned for a great future, if the economy grows, jobs are created locally and we can sell off most of the foreclosure and short sale inventory.
For more information about Fresno and Clovis home values find out below.
Fresno Home Values
Fresno Home Values
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February 12th, 2012
Luxury Homes at Copper River Ranch
Homes for Sale in Copper River Ranch
Copper River Ranch Trail Way
Looking for a luxury home in the Copper River Ranch and Copper River Country Club area? If you enjoy new construction and high-end quality features then Copper River Ranch is for you. This prime NE Fresno location is surrounded by outstanding recreation (cycling, golf, tennis parks), fine dinning, shopping and a short drive to the mountains. Here are the top 3 Reason to buy a Copper River Ranch home.
Located within Copper River Ranch is Fresno’s Copper River Country Club. Located alongside the San Joaquin River this community offers a par 72 championship golf course as well as a professional tennis and swimming facilities. Additionally, this area of Fresno is also a part of the distinguished Clovis Unified School District and two of the top rated elementary schools in the Valley, Fugman and Valley Oak Elementary.
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Luxury homes in this area range from $750k all the way up to $2 million with options for building a custom home of your own (membership to CRCC not included). Fill in the form below for a FREE list of Luxury Homes in the Copper River Ranch and Copper River Country Club area.
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February 11th, 2012
How Much Will it Cost Me To Buy a Fresno Home?
The Honest Truth about How Much is Costs to Buy A Fresno Home!
Buying a Fresno Home
It’s no secret that it is a buyer’s market these days. Fresno and Clovis home buyers have an incredible opportunity to invest in the home of their dreams or buy an investment property for growing wealth. Interest rates have remain historically low (4.054% as of this article) and prices have stayed and will continue to stay low for some time. This makes for the perfect storm for home buyers. Just because it is a good time to buy doesn’t necessarily mean it is a good time for YOU to buy. Here are 3 Reason’s why it’s not a good time to buy to help you determine if you are ready or not.
So what does it cost a buyer to buy a home?
- Down Payment: Multiply your down payment by the loan product you choose. 3% HomePath Financing, 3.5% for FHA and 10-20% for conventional loans (could be 20-25% for investors). So, on a purchase price of $200,000 the down payment will be $7,000 on an FHA loan.
- Closing Costs: The typical closing costs for a buyer are approximately 3 to 3.5% of the purchase price. Theses costs include loan origination, title and escrow fees. Most buyer’s in today’s market will request that the seller pay a portion up to 3% toward the buyer’s recurring and non-recurring closing costs. Not all sellers will provides these so set aside 3% extra for those costs in case the homeowner will not, or is not able to pay.
- Home Inspection: The price range of a home inspection will depend upon the sq ft of the home you purchase as well as what the inspector offers. Price range is between $200-$500. This expense is not cover through closing cost concessions.
- Appraisal: Local appraisal costs range from around $400-$500. This expense may or may not be cover through closing cost concessions (ask your lender).
- Additional Inspections: Some buyers may opt for additional inspections such as a pest or roof inspection. consult your REALTOR.
- REALTOR Commissions: Now for the good news… buyer’s do not pay commissions to real estate professionals (Sellers pay commissions)!
Let us know if you have any questions or if you would like to talk more about buying a home in Fresno or Clovis. For a FREE list of Fresno Foreclosures fill in the request below.
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