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Thank you ‘Builder’s Generation’
Our local real estate market and community owe a great deal of gratitude to the Builder Generation, a group of active adults who are doing more than their part to stabilize our local housing market. In a time where our seniors have been almost disregarded in our culture, it's good to live in a community that not only supports our seniors, but also places an emphasis on their importance.
Visual effects of foreclosure in Manteca
If you close your eyes and think of the word "foreclosure", what are some images that come to mind? Some see outwardly expressed imagery such as six foot high weeds, dry and dead lawns, papers taped to windows, spider webs and other pictures that remind you of the opening scenes of an old black and white scary movie panning into the haunted mansion. The only problem is that haunted mansion is found all over our southern San Joaquin community.
Ever wonder why loan modifications don’t work?
When most people hear the phrase "loan modification" there are a multitude of images and emotions that flood the brain; skepticism, hope, desperation, lonely, gamble, fear and maybe even a "yeah right"! I have often said that it's easier to catch a Leprechaun at the end of a rainbow than receive a permanent loan modification.
Housing: Is SJ County now at bottom?
The day of great deals are numbered.
Manzanita Ventures planting roots
A Manzanita is a strong, resilient tree.
Condos sell for $44,500 to $58,000
Determining value - especially with cash buyers - is an art and not a science.
Woodbridge garners top honors
The nation's largest homebuilder's Bay Area Division took top honors in ten separate categories at the 33rd annual Building Industry Association's MAME Awards.
Price jump: It’s not much but it’s a start
It's not exactly price creep but it is still an encouraging sign.
A lot of home & assurances for $299K
No worries, no problems, plus plenty of appeal and value.
392 foreclosures in Manteca in March? Try 90
So how bad is the foreclosure mess?
Raymus offers custom living for $309K
Raymus - the gold standard for Manteca homes for more than 50 years - is building again.
3,587 reasons to buy now
Are you ready to scratch your head?
Del Webb: Smart move for buyers
Why is Del Webb at Woodbridge selling one out of every five new homes in Manteca?
Real Manteca country for $299K
What passes for affordable country property sometimes is laughable.
Articles by Section - HOME SCENE
Average 30-year mortgage rate up to 4.20 percent
WASHINGTON (AP) - Average U.S. rates on fixed mortgages rose this week for a second straight week but remained near historic lows.
Four real estate tips for buyers, sellers
The real estate market heats up when the weather does, and spring and summer are traditionally the most active seasons for home sales. This year, industry experts predict that home prices will continue to rise and, with mortgage rates remaining low, the spring and summer real estate season will be competitive for both buyers and sellers.
Got extra pounds? Blame next door foreclosure
Gain a couple of pounds since 2006?
$100K+ HELOC LOANS
Despite record-low interest rates, monthly mortgage payments may double for more than 1 million American homeowners. That's because a decade ago they opted for "interest-only" loans or home equity lines of credit. But most of those loans were structured to reset after 10 years - at which time the loan would require payment of both principal and interest.
A sure-footed way to choose new flooring
When spring-cleaning uncovers a worn floor it may be time to consider purchasing a new one, especially if you're selling your home in the near future. A new floor, like refreshed paint and updated fixtures, makes a home more enjoyable to live in as well as more marketable.
Perk up your home with bright & bold patterns
Give your home an energy shot this spring with bright colors and bold patterns.
Create inviting outdoor spaces for entertaining
From barbecues and games of bocce to parties and candlelit dinners, your outdoor space can be a hub for entertaining friends and family.
Opening the door to space & privacy is easy
Homeowners, builders and remodelers are always looking for innovative and new ways to enhance existing spaces during home makeovers and room renovations.
A GEM ON EMERALD
Homes priced under $304,000 that are ready-to-move-in and don't require major work such as new roofs, kitchen upgrades or bathroom repairs are moving relatively briskly in Manteca.
5 new ways to update your home with wood
Wood may be known for its timeless visual appeal, but there's nothing static about the way people showcase it in American homes. Designers, homeowners and DIYers are re-discovering the warmth and beauty of wood. From inventive new uses to re-interpretations of existing styles, they're finding creative ways to use wood throughout the home.
Finding balance: creating functional family spaces
Let's face it - life is busy. And one of the byproducts of a busy life is a cluttered house. With piles of paper coming home from school and toys creating obstacle courses in the family room, parents may wonder how they'll ever take back control of the house. A few experts share their ideas for doing just that.
Coast to coast: 2014’s top outdoor home living trends
From genteel porches in the East to sleek, seaside balconies in the West, the popularity of outdoor living spaces is poised for significant growth from coast to coast with industry analysts predicting it will be a $5.7 billion market by 2016. Reinforcing these projections, 63 percent of architects cite an outdoor living space as the most popular "special function room" in housing construction, according to the American Institute of Architects. What's more, the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association reports that homebuilders list decks among the top three features most requested with new home buys.
Home prices rise at slower rate
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. home prices rose in March, but the gains are decelerating as fewer Americans can afford to buy.
New home sales rose 6.4 percent
WASHINGTON (AP) - Sales of U.S. new homes recovered in April after slumping in the previous two months. But Americans are still buying new homes at a slower pace than they did a year ago.
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