2017 California Housing

California median housing prices are expected to increase by 4.3% in 2017: http://bit.ly/2g3EAyg

ARDEN OAKS LUXURIOUS REMODEL

Stunning residence with NEW custom maple cabinets, quartz & marble SLAB COUNTERS, stainless appliances, PORCELAIN TILE & engineered HARDWOOD PLANK floors plus SMOOTH TEXTURE walls. Master Suite has 3 closets, MARBLE SHOWER & French doors to private patio. Separate fam & liv areas with MARBLE FIREPLACE & solid walnut mantel. NEW energy efficient roof & lighting. RV parking. MASSIVE BACKYARD with patios & fruit trees on 1/3 ACRE. Your next home is waiting for you!!! http://bit.ly/2gr0yAk

Mortgage Rates Spike

30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 3.94 percent up from last week when it averaged 3.57 percent: http://bit.ly/2g456LF

Home Design Trends

Herringbone is emerging as the pattern of choice in 2016. Herringbone is the arrangement of rectangles that is so named for its resemblance to the bones of fish: http://bit.ly/2ckfCZr

NEW LISTING: 10753 Basie Way, Rancho Cordova, CA

UPDATED HOME in CALIFORNIA JAZZ - Pristine property with NEW exterior paint & NEW kitchen GRANITE SLAB counters, STAINLESS appliances/sink, water filtration system & refinished cabinets. NEW upgraded carpet 2 yrs ago. NEW brick patio & play set. Upgraded light fixtures. Tall soaring ceilings in living & dining rms with WOOD FLOORS. Tall ceiling in master with 2 closets. Inside laundry with cabinets. No Mello Roos. Big bkyd & patio for entertaining. TURNKEY HOME ready for you to move in & enjoy!! http://bit.ly/2cOXKII

NEW LISTING: 1824 Avenida Martina, Roseville, CA

WOODCREEK OAKS SINGLE STORY - Original owner selling well maintained, UPDATED & UPGRADED home. Separate living rm & family rm with tall ceilings & fireplace. Master suite has walk-in closet, JETTED TUB, shower with bench & direct access to backyard with large spa. NEW carpet, furnace & AC. NEW ext paint last yr. NEW GRANITE SLAB in kitchen & baths along with new tile in baths 5yrs ago. Laundry rm with cabinets. Beautiful backyard with rose bushes & fruit trees. Your next home is waiting for you! http://bit.ly/2cLlsXV

Staging for Top Dollar

The best way to help buyers imagine themselves in your space? Staging. Here’s how room by room: http://bit.ly/2bjQr9M

NEW LISTING: 7546 Sara Lynn Way, Citrus Heights, CA

IMMACULATE RESIDENCE - Bright home with lots of windows & TALL VAULTED CEILINGS. Impressive kitchen with cherry finish cabinets & STAINLESS appliances. MASTER SUITE with walk-in closet & stylish bathroom with dual shower heads. DOWNSTAIRS BEDROOM & full bathroom. Cherry finish laminate, 5 inch baseboards & dual pane windows throughout. FRESH PAINTED interior & exterior. UPSTAIRS LAUNDRY. High efficiency heating & AC system installed 7 years ago. TURNKEY HOME ready for you to move in and enjoy!! http://bit.ly/2aRc2bH

Boost Credit Score

10 ways homebuyers can improve credit scores and make it easier to be preapproved for a home loan: http://bit.ly/2aG6HT1

NEW LISTING: 8428 Denison Ct, Sacramento, CA

COLLEGE GREENS OASIS - End of cul-de-sac single story on a large lot that backs to a GREENBELT. Separate living rm & family rm with fireplace plus a 17X28 BONUS ROOM with lots of windows, French doors, built-in cabinets & tall open beam ceiling. MASSIVE MASTER SUITE (13X28) w/ private courtyard & basement access. Over 2500 SF of living space. LAUNDRY ROOM w/ cabinets & workshop area in garage. Secluded TROPICAL BACKYARD w/ fruit trees & multiple areas for entertaining. A very special property!! http://bit.ly/2a0b0qu

Repairs Prior to Selling

7 home fixes you must complete before selling…prioritize the projects that will bring the most value: http://bit.ly/2a9Jcmz

Rent or Buy?

The New York Times calculator takes the most important costs associated with buying a house and computes the equivalent monthly rent: http://nyti.ms/25N70ER

NEW LISTING: 7759 Earlson Ct, Antelope, CA

This 1813 square foot, 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Two story home sits on an approximately .19 acre lot. Home boasts a very spacious living room, family room w/ fireplace, large bedrooms, oversized master suite and more! The large fenced backyard with covered patio is a perfect place to relax and enjoy time w/ family & friends! Convenient location to shopping, freeway, schools, restaurants and so much more! http://bit.ly/1UEHVmX

NEW LISTING: 8408 Adagio Way, Citrus Heights, CA

Open floorplan with vaulted ceilings, kitchen with breakfast nook, formal dining area. Master suite with double sinks and access to backyard. Convenient location, close to schools and parks. Great value! Must see! http://bit.ly/1rdbQYZ

House Flipping

Sacramento is in the top 20 markets in the nation for having the highest housing flip activity: http://bit.ly/1TsUrCr

Low Mortgage Rates

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate dipped to its lowest average of the year this week, averaging 3.58 percent: http://mwne.ws/1VwswIr

NEW LISTING: 8073 La Riviera Dr, Sacramento, CA

This is a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom attached PUD with an ideal floor plan. This property is perfectly located as its just walking distance to the American River and it's beautiful trails. Also minutes from CSUS, freeway access, and shopping. Simply put, this property is impeccable. http://bit.ly/1XzL5Zr

NEW LISTING: 9101 Newhall Dr #21, Sacramento, CA

ONE STORY LOWER LEVEL CONDO - Large living room with tall ceiling and brick fireplace. Kitchen has a stainless refrigerator, pantry closet, pantry cabinet along with NEW GRANITE SLAB counters, stainless sink and garbage disposal. Dining area has a view of patio area with storage closet. Master suite. Two full bathrooms with NEW GRANITE SLAB counters. Inside laundry area with side-by-side washer & dryer included. Central heat & air. Located next to parking in a GATED COMMUNITY with pool & spa!! http://bit.ly/1T9wEdq

Sacramento Ranked 8th

Sacramento is the 8th hottest market in the nation with an increase in inventory and stronger activity: http://bit.ly/1MUdu6O

NEW LISTING: 4374 Mount Krisco Way, Rancho Cordova, CA

This HUD HOME is your ticket to living in the wonderful Anatolia community, with access to three pools, 2 spas and numerous BBQ pits. This home is on a quiet street with manicured front lawn and amazing access to Highway 50. Don't mistake this one for any ordinary house! Don't miss out on this amazing gem by waiting! http://bit.ly/1U93zBu

NEW LISTING: 8351 Soucran Ct, Sacramento, CA

Lots of potential with this charming home! Good sized cul-de-sac lot with in-ground swimming pool. Bring your hammer and tools to make this one shine! Great location close to schools and public transportation! http://bit.ly/1pdol65

Buy or Rent

6 questions when deciding between renting or owning: http://bit.ly/229tnz5

NEW LISTING: 5526 Carlson Dr, Sacramento, CA

Lots of potential with this charming home in River Park home! Good sized corner lot with in-ground swimming pool. Bring your hammer and tools to make this one shine! Great location for access to American River Parkway and Sac State. http://bit.ly/1QZ851S

2016 Forecast

NAR anticipates in 2016 that real estate values will appreciate by 4 to 5%... a $400,000 home is expected to have a value of $416,000 to $420,000.  Mortgage interest rates are expected to increase from 4% to about 5%.

9 Homeowner Tax Breaks

Homeownership offers tax breaks that renters do not have: http://bit.ly/1OSnfIq

NEW LISTING: 401 Anjou Cir, Sacramento, CA

WESTLAKE VILLAGE RESIDENCE - Open floor plan has tile floors thru kitchen, dining & living rm w/ gas fireplace. GRANITE COUNTERS in kitchen & large island for bar stools. Downstairs FORMAL OFFICE or den. Master bdrm w/ double sinks & walk-in closet. Upstairs laundry rm. Alarm system. NEW EXT PAINT. Front yard landscaping maintained by association. Access to CLUBHOUSE recreation center, POOL & bike/walking paths along the lake. Conveniently located near shopping, schools & I5 freeway access!! http://bit.ly/1kzkspn

Staging Tips for Photos

Top 10 tips for staging a home for real estate marketing photos: http://bit.ly/1moMR3w