The Central California Real Estate Report

The "HOT LIST" San Joaquin County Edition 7-9-08

2008-07-10T10:34:00.000-07:00

Here they are, the "TOP TEN" "HOTTEST" properties on the San Joaquin County Ca MLS each day!!!!

742 Corinne St, Mountain House 95391 $409,900
Beds: 5 Status: Active By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 2004 House: 4051 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068605
Baths: 6/0 Lot: 7,405 sq. ft.

4126 Famoso Ct, Tracy 95377 $249,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Keller Williams Realty
Built: 2005 House: 1645 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068736
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 7,841 sq. ft.

1003 Knickerbocker Dr, Stockton 95210 $99,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1980 House: 1140 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068081
Baths: 2/0

200 Cherry St, Lodi 95240 $149,900
Beds: 5 Status: Active By: Century 21 M & M And Assoc.
Built: 1930 House: 1822 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068575
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 6,534 sq. ft.

3259 Konig Ct, Stockton 95206 $224,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Coldwell Banker Grupe
Built: 1997 House: 2406 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068462
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 6,534 sq. ft.

667 Leah Ln, Mountain House 95391 $389,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Keller Williams East County
Built: 2004 House: 2478 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068448
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

210 W Wetmore St, Manteca 95337 $104,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1948 House: 1392 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068565
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

1554 W Flora St, Stockton 95203 $142,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Coldwell Banker Grupe
Built: 2005 House: 1475 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068604
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 5,663 sq. ft.

721 N Pilgrim St, Stockton 95205 $113,000
Beds: 2 Status: Active By: J. Rockcliff, Realtors
Built: 1900 House: 921 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068566
Baths: 1/0 Lot: 4,356 sq. ft.

27889 Vine Ave, Escalon 95320 $379,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Century 21 M & M And Assoc.
Built: 1965 House: 1488 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068635
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 4.84 acres

The "HOT LIST" San Joaquin County Edition 7-8-08

2008-07-09T11:32:00.000-07:00

Here they are, the "TOP TEN" "HOTTEST" properties on the San Joaquin County Ca MLS each day!!!!

1379 Trailwood Ave, Manteca 95336 $177,500
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Robert J. Brager, Broker
Built: 1978 House: 1510 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068060
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 6,098 sq. ft.

10935 Peony Place Dr, Stockton 95209 $225,000
Beds: 5 Status: Active By: Kit Larson Real Estate, Inc.
Built: 2006 House: 2221 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068062
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 3,049 sq. ft.

1487 Tamarisk Ln, Tracy 95377 $295,000
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Keller Williams Realty
Built: 2000 House: 2350 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068097
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 4,792 sq. ft.

815 Alpine Ave, Manteca 95336 $139,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Pmz Real Estate
Built: 1980 House: 1410 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068196
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 5,663 sq. ft.

9130 Cornwall Dr, Stockton 95209 $179,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Central Valley Realty
Built: 1981 House: 2238 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068074
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 6,534 sq. ft.

1197 Duncan Dr, Tracy 95376 $139,900
Beds: 2 Status: Active By: Central Valley Realty
Built: 1974 House: 840 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068091
Baths: 1/0 Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

3333 Princeton Ave, Stockton 95204 $121,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Fidelity Real Estate Group
Built: 1968 House: 1612 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068016
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 10,890 sq. ft.

534 Tamarack Dr, Lodi 95240 $134,900
Beds: 2 Status: Active By: Regency Real Estate
Built: 1950 House: 660 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068132
Baths: 1/0 Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

2157 Oxford Way, Stockton 95204 $149,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Central Valley Realty
Built: 1987 House: 1232 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067601
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 6,534 sq. ft.

17352 Ferndale St, Lathrop 95330 $209,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Keller Williams Central Valley
Built: 2005 House: 1653 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80068043
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 3,485 sq. ft.

The "HOT LIST" San Joaquin County Edition 7-7-08

2008-07-08T09:59:00.000-07:00

Here they are, the "TOP TEN" "HOTTEST" properties on the San Joaquin County Ca MLS each day!!!!

9264 Stony Creek Ln, Stockton 95219 $209,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Central Valley Realty
Built: 1990 House: 1888 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067600
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 6,098 sq. ft.

10812 Lakemore Ln, Stockton 95219 $259,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Harmony Homes R.e.
Built: 2005 House: 2149 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067840
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 6,534 sq. ft.

Lathrop 95330 $219,999
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Curran R.e./gmac
Built: 2006 House: 2256 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067815
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 8,276 sq. ft.

3138 Togninali Ln, Stockton 95206 $159,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Greengate Real Estate
Built: 2000 House: 1000 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067811
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 4,792 sq. ft.

830 Arches Ct, Tracy 95376 $199,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1993 House: 1630 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067801
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 6,534 sq. ft.

1166 Silvertrail Ln, Manteca 95336 $127,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1978 House: 1497 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067768
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 5,663 sq. ft.

66 Mary Ct, Tracy 95376 $229,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Re/max Real Estate Center
Built: 1992 House: 1554 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067652
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 4,356 sq. ft.

1172 Brick And Tile Cir, Stockton 95206 $137,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Keller Williams Realty
Built: 1990 House: 1560 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067646
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 4,792 sq. ft.

2157 Oxford Way, Stockton 95204 $149,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Central Valley Realty
Built: 1987 House: 1232 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067601
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 6,534 sq. ft.

808 S Tradition St, Mountain House 95391 $394,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Re/max Accord
Built: 2004 House: 3160 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067539
Baths: 4/0 Lot: 7,405 sq. ft.

The "HOT LIST" San Joaquin County Edition 7-4-08

2008-07-06T11:29:00.000-07:00

Here they are, the"HOTTEST" properties on the San Joaquin County Ca MLS each day!!!!

1106 Brick And Tile Cir, Stockton 95206 $159,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Premier National Realty Group (mls Only)
Built: 1994 House: 1315 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067310
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 6,098 sq. ft.

102 N Del Mar Ave, Stockton 95215 $77,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Freitas Investments, Inc.
Built: 1965 House: 814 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067266
Baths: 1/0 Lot: 6,098 sq. ft.

3845 Condor Ct, Stockton 95219 $249,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Atlantic Realty
Built: 2003 House: 1843 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067291
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 5,663 sq. ft.

3261 Ripplerock Ln, Stockton 95206 $198,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Joseph M. Bradley
Built: 1999 House: 2147 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067265
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 6,098 sq. ft.

1219 Pinetree Dr, Stockton 95203 $34,500
Beds: 2 Status: Active By: Tbv Capital Investments Inc.
Built: 1969 House: 795 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067281
Baths: 1/0 Lot: 871 sq. ft.

The "HOT LIST" San Joaquin County Edition 7-3-08

2008-07-04T10:40:00.000-07:00

Here they are, the "TOP TEN" "HOTTEST" properties on the San Joaquin County Ca MLS each day!!!!

2391 Amatchi Dr, Tracy 95304 $375,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Re/max Accord
Built: 2004 House: 2788 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067155
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 10,454 sq. ft.

221 Culbertson Ct, Lodi 95240 $249,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Re/max Gold Roseville
Built: 2002 House: 1614 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067183
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 8,712 sq. ft.

17730 Late Harvest Pl, Lathrop 95330 $245,000
Beds: 5 Status: Active By: Coldwell Bnkr-the Vintage Grp
Built: 2006 House: 2780 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067182
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 7,405 sq. ft.

1227 Gentry Ct, Tracy 95377 $269,900
Beds: 5 Status: Active By: Curran R.e./gmac
Built: 1999 House: 2130 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067062
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 3,920 sq. ft.

2128 Buena Vista Dr, Manteca 95337 $322,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Pmz Real Estate
Built: 2000 House: 2971 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067060
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 7,405 sq. ft.

1100 Candlewood Dr, Tracy 95376 $264,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Re/max Accord
Built: 1989 House: 1945 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067074
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 5,663 sq. ft.

2055 Sundance Ave, Manteca 95337 $304,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 2002 House: 3118 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067147
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 0.30 acres

2066 Woodbine Ave, Manteca 95337 $269,900
Beds: 5 Status: Active By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 2001 House: 2378 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067243
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 7,405 sq. ft.

1462 Hoboken Dr, Tracy 95377 $244,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Pmz Real Estate
Built: 1992 House: 1607 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067195
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

5246 Loki Ln, Stockton 95219 $238,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Keller Williams East County
Built: 2006 House: 2029 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80067038
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 3,920 sq. ft.

The "HOT LIST" San Joaquin County Edition 7-2-08

2008-07-03T20:29:00.000-07:00

Here they are, the "TOP TEN" "HOTTEST" properties on the San Joaquin County Ca MLS each day!!!!

165 Cedar Mountain Dr, Tracy 95376 $239,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1989 House: 2046 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80066870
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 4,792 sq. ft.

2163 Houston Ave, Stockton 95206 $117,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Coldwell Banker Grupe
Built: 1992 House: 1229 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80066999
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 4,792 sq. ft.

Stockton 95212 $209,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Premier Properties & Inv.
Built: 2005 House: 1847 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80066981
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 5,663 sq. ft.

521 Clarence Bromell St, Tracy 95377 $294,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Keller Williams Realty
Built: 2002 House: 2268 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80066864
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 5,663 sq. ft.

8408 Goshen Dr, Stockton 95210 $134,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1979 House: 1451 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80066964
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 6,534 sq. ft.

413 Flora St, Lodi 95240 $72,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1930 House: 1268 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80066895
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 6,534 sq. ft.

1040 Havenbrook Dr, Tracy 95376 $219,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Regency Real Estate
Built: 1992 House: 1945 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80066311
Baths: 3/0 Lot: 6,098 sq. ft.

2973 Litchfield Dr, Stockton 95209 $149,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Coldwell Bnkr-the Vintage Grp
Built: 1975 House: 1769 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80066164
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 6,970 sq. ft.

4623 Brookstone Ave, Stockton 95206 $147,900
Beds: 4 Status: Active By: Pmz Real Estate
Built: 2000 House: 1557 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80066068
Baths: 4/0 Lot: 6,534 sq. ft.

610 Diane Dr, Manteca 95336 $124,900
Beds: 3 Status: Active By: Coldwell Bnkr-the Vintage Grp
Built: 1971 House: 1064 sq. ft. MLS ID: 80066168
Baths: 2/0 Lot: 4,356 sq. ft.

The "HOT LIST" San Joaquin County Edition 7-1-08

2008-07-03T19:23:00.000-07:00

Here they are, the "TOP TEN" "HOTTEST" properties on the San Joaquin County Ca MLS each day!!!!

3823 Fairburn Way, Stockton 95209
$191,900
Beds: 5
Status: Active
By: Keller Williams Central Valley
Built: 1989
House: 2283 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80066790
Baths: 3/0
Lot: 6,970 sq. ft.

3023 Cass Ln, Stockton 95206
$155,000
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Coldwell Banker Grupe
Built: 2004
House: 1298 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80066782
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 4,792 sq. ft.

163 Tannehill Dr, Manteca 95337
$279,900
Beds: 4
Status: Active
By: Coldwell Bnkr-the Vintage Grp
Built: 2003
House: 3061 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80066775
Baths: 3/0
Lot: 7,405 sq. ft.

1413 W Lockeford St, Lodi 95242
$139,950
Beds: 2
Status: Active
By: Greengate Real Estate
Built: 1954
House: 1469 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80066772
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 6,098 sq. ft.

1843 Rosecrans Way, Stockton 95207
$122,000
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Partners Real Estate
Built: 1953
House: 1241 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80066746
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 5,663 sq. ft.

2027 S Grant St, Stockton 95206
$110,000
Beds: 4
Status: Active
By: Century 21/tri-dam Realty
Built: 2002
House: 1312 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80066744
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

1254 Dover Ln, Tracy 95377
$232,275
Beds: 4
Status: Active
By: Greengate Real Estate
Built: 2000
House: 1634 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80066908
Baths: 3/0
Lot: 3,920 sq. ft.

2522 Courtney Way, Stockton 95210
$115,000
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Pmz Real Estate
Built: 1979
House: 1154 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80066982
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

1985 Calaveras Ct, Tracy 95377
$294,900
Beds: 4
Status: Active
By: Greengate Real Estate
Built: 2001
House: 2147 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80066666
Baths: 3/0
Lot: 3,485 sq. ft.

4124 Felicitia Ct, Stockton 95206
$199,900
Beds: 4
Status: Active
By: Pmz Real Estate
Built: 2002
House: 1905 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80066673
Baths: 3/0
Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

The "HOT LIST" San Joaquin County Edition 6-30-08

2008-06-30T19:09:00.001-07:00

Here they are, the "TOP TEN" "HOTTEST" properties on the San Joaquin County Ca MLS each day!!!!

135 Stockton St, Manteca 95337
$159,900
Beds: 1
Status: Active
By: Simple Realty
Built: 1948
House: 800 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80065633
Baths: 1/0
Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

4643 E Harvest Rd, Acampo 95220
$133,000
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Darrell Isaacs Team Profession
Built: 1938
House: 1386 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80065660
Baths: 1/0
Lot: 0.75 acres

1819 S Cherokee Ln, Lodi 95240
$129,900
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Harmony Homes R.e.
Built: 1983
House: 1000 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80065734
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 958 sq. ft.

8750 Lansdowne Dr, Stockton 95210
$109,900
Beds: 4
Status: Active
By: Central Valley Realty
Built: 1981
House: 1121 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80065723
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 4,792 sq. ft.

345 Hawthorne Dr, Tracy 95376
$169,600
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Darrell Isaacs Team Profession
Built: 1985
House: 1166 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80065597
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 4,356 sq. ft.

728 Checotah Cir, Stockton 95210
$116,900
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Mel Cantaloupi Realtors
Built: 1980
House: 1434 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80065450
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 7,405 sq. ft.

2030 Beau Pre St, Stockton 95206
$105,900
Beds: 2
Status: Active
By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1993
House: 892 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80065547
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

262 E Beverly Pl, Tracy 95376
$110,000
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Century 21 M & M And Assoc.
Built: 1944
House: 1003 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80065357
Baths: 1/0
Lot: 7,841 sq. ft.

Lathrop 95330
$129,900
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Coldwell Bnkr-the Vintage Grp
Built: 1950
House: 1147 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80065576
Baths: 3/0
Lot: 0.50 acres

8410 Kinross Way, Stockton 95210
$114,900
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Chinchiolo Realtors, Inc.
Built: 1963
House: 1210 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80065494
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 5,663 sq. ft.

The "HOT LIST" San Joaquin County Edition 6-27-08

2008-06-30T14:58:00.000-07:00

Here they are, the "TOP TEN" "HOTTEST" properties on the San Joaquin County Ca MLS each day!!!!

2303 Monte Diablo Ave, Stockton 95203
$80,000
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1949
House: 1181 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80064862
Baths: 1/0
Lot: 5,663 sq. ft.

606 Connie Ct, Manteca 95336
$109,900
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1971
House: 1064 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80064838
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 4,792 sq. ft.

335 Donner Dr, Lodi 95240
$130,000
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Coldani Realty, Inc.
Built: 1984
House: 1137 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80064817
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 3,485 sq. ft.

501 Leamon St, Tracy 95376
$174,900
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Delta Ranches & Homes
Built: 1991
House: 1154 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80064795
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 3,920 sq. ft.

2049 Gordon Verner Cir, Stockton 95206
$164,900
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Docter & Docter, Realtors
Built: 1997
House: 1781 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80064786
Baths: 3/0
Lot: 6,970 sq. ft.

455 Krider Ct, Tracy 95376
$229,900
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Keller Williams Central Valley
Built: 1990
House: 1446 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80064760
Baths: 3/0
Lot: 4,356 sq. ft.

1318 S Washington St, Lodi 95240
$114,900
Beds: 2
Status: Active
By: Century 21 M & M And Assoc.
Built: 1940
House: 935 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80064742
Baths: 1/0
Lot: 10,890 sq. ft.

3232 Ogden Ln, Stockton 95206
$218,500
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Coldwell Banker Kaljian & Asso
Built: 2004
House: 1660 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80064738
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 4,792 sq. ft.

364 N Hickory Ave, Tracy 95376
$179,900
Beds: 4
Status: Active
By: Prudential California Realty
Built: 1977
House: 1160 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80064720
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

2132 Nisperos St, Stockton 95206
$139,900
Beds: 3
Status: Active
By: Century 21 M & M And Assoc.
Built: 1998
House: 1425 sq. ft.
MLS ID: 80064697
Baths: 2/0
Lot: 5,227 sq. ft.

Find The Real Estate Coach in his "New Home"

2008-03-31T14:10:00.000-07:00

Hi everybody, I have finally landed on a Blog platform that I can call "permanent" (till something better comes along). Wordpress is my new favorite! You can find me here from now on...Same great stuff and cool tools for your Real Estate Business, just a fancy new sign!

The Coach

Ca Central Valley Real Estate Will be First to Rebound!

2008-03-06T13:32:00.000-08:00

Pendings are up, in fact doubling", closings are right behind! The Ca. Central Valley is rebounding in a big way when it comes to Real Estate. Now even more "GOOD NEWS". the Feds are helping out too! Check this excerpt from the Mercury News today....
FHA boosts loan ceiling
LIMIT NOW $729,750 IN VALLEY
By Sue McAllisterMercury News
Article Launched: 03/06/2008 01:33:45 AM PST

“Offering a ray of hope for a struggling California housing market, the government Wednesday doubled the limit for loans guaranteed by the Federal Housing Administration in 14 high-cost California counties, including Santa Clara County.
New, temporary limits announced by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development were derived from median home prices in each county, and top out at $729,750. Previously, the maximum was $362,790.”…
…Full story on this link… http://www.mercurynews.com/valley/ci_8472574?nclick_check=1
It's a great time to buy in the Ca Central VAlley! For all the Agents who worked so hard to survive this market fluctuation...Way to Go!!!

The Coach

Web 2.1 - Combining Web 2.0 Concepts!

2008-03-04T13:30:00.000-08:00

BooohoooHaaaaa! (Evil laugh), I have always been a kind of "mad Scientist" when it comes to "Stuff". Since my new passion is Web 2.0, it's only logical that I start mixing together strange potions designed to find a "Better Mousetrap" Working with my new partner...(see Video #1)

Click Here for Video #1

I have taken Web 2.0 tool, Jott - A free transcription software that allows you to speak into your phone and have the text written into an email or text message and sent from your phone. Not only does this maximize our "Drive Time", but it keeps us so much safer as well. I immediately thought of setting my teenagers up on this to keep them from texting when they drive!...

...and mixed it with Twitter, a Web 2.0 - Social networking application, that brings together groups of individuals in an IM environment (kinda like Chat rooms, but better!). Now I can receive updates from twitter via text, and rather than respond to them, while I am driving, I can call Jott, transcribe my response, and actually have it sent to the Twitter group. VIOLA!!!!!! Web 2.1~~~~~~~~

My newest best friend and future "Mad Genius" agrees (see video clip #2) - BTW, if you don't think this is the greatest video clip ever, you have no sense of humor!!! this kid is guaranteed to make you laugh!

Click here for Video #2

See ya next time, "The Coach"

When will Real Estate Brokers stop being "Control Freaks"?!

2008-02-29T16:56:00.000-08:00

Yesterday we started a new campaign through our in house Marketing dept. we called it "Agent 24/7" because of our affiliation with Prudential Real Estate and their national campaign surrounding Yahoo. Really, it's our way of highlighting our Agents successes using the Internet, and our Web 2.0 tools and approach. We simply provide a spot in our print ads with local newspapers for a photo, contact info, and a quick "testimonial" by the Agent regarding the tools we provide as a Brokerage.
Then it hit me, after reading the first testimonial by our Agent in Stockton, Laurie Hallquist. And I quote,,,

"My business truly hit the fast lane when I joined Prudential California Realty and gained the benefit of having my own web site - a huge improvement over those who simply offer a single web page. Its one-stop shopping for people who want to search for properties, get more information on featured listings, and learn about my personal guarantee. I can honestly say that I have truly become an "Agent 24/7" and love every minute of it!"

Note the reference to an "individual website". You see, we provide a fully customizable website and integrated CRM for all our Agents. These websites are not affiliated or attached to our Corp site, so all traffic goes directly to the Agent, and does not incur any referral fees. Every other Brokerage in this area, that offers any web tolls, supply the Agent with a "webpage" that is attached to the Corp website, so they can have copies of everything that goes into that website (probably in case the Agent leaves the Broker, they can assign those customers to another Agent that is still there).
Isn't it time the Brokers realized that the days of "Big Brother" are long since past, and that Agents are increasingly more educated on Web 2.0 and the Internet? or do they just think that everyone still needs them to "Baby-sit" and "Spoon Feed" them? Maybe I am crazy, but I like it our way!

Love to hear from anyone with comments on this subject,
The Coach

Real Estate & The Media - What's their Problem?!

2008-02-28T14:24:00.000-08:00

Seems like I can't enjoy a good cup of coffee anymore. Every day I am inundated by the negative spin on everything, but in particular the state of the economy and how Real Estate is to blame! Today was no exception. Our local bastion of goodwill, The Modesto Bee (McClatchy Newspapers) pasted all over the Business section more CRAP about Real Estate being in a tailspin and the economy being way down, bla bla bla CRAP! I hesitate to even give you readers this link, because it will just increase numbers on a website, I wish would go away, but you gotta see the "Stench" of negativism that is so pervasive in this periodical. Headlines = "New Home Sales drop for 3rd Month" "Economy Slows to Near Crawl" .

Here's the real story, the one they won't talk about, the one that we have been trumpeting to anyone at the paper that would listen (No one)...We have seen a definitive shift in activities in our market, Pendings are up significantly, Closings are up slightly, but of course with Pendings up so much we are poised for significant increases in Closings as well, the average sales price that was dropping at rates as high as 22% per month has slowed to as low as 5% in many of our markets, Buyer activity is at an all time high, inventory has actually seen a slight reduction over the last 12 month period. All indicators of a true "Bounce Back" for our area. this area, along with others like Riverside County, Florida, and areas that were hit the hardest with foreclosures and Short Sales are now primed for the fasted turn around anywhere. We were hit that hardest, but because the prices have been driven so far down so quickly, we now represent the best opportunities for "First Time Home Buyers" anywhere! More families can now engage in Home Ownership than ever before.
Why aren't we "trumpeting" that? Instead of perpetuating a negative attitude that will only keep out local families from participating in this incredible opportunity? The activity we are seeing is coming from investors from "OUTSIDE" our area! They get it! Now they will take advantage of it, and leave "Bare Branches" for our Central Valley families! That's what The Bee is doing, not helping. They are hurting our locals, and they need to get off the "Yellow Journalism" Brick Road & get on the "Midnight Train" to opportunity!!
Come on, even President Bush is having to let people know that the economy is not as bad as we are being told by the papers.
Way up and smell the “black ink” McClatchy (et al)!!!
The Coach

Freedom "expression & search" in Real Estate

2008-02-25T10:25:00.000-08:00

Freedom "expression & search" in Real Estate
Courtesy of BloodHoundBlog comes this Video by David Byrne (of Talking Heads fame). It's Titled "Don't Fence me in" and through it's use of familiar faces and complete strangers, becomes an entertaining lesson on the "Freedoms" we possess as Americans and how they can relate to our favorite subject: Real Estate. As RE Bloggers we are guided by morals, values, honesty, and to a certain degree the unwritten rules many of the mainstream press reporters follow.
Here David reminds us that an unsuppressed, uncontrolled, and uninhibited mind will lead to meaningful and relative idea exchange.
OK, so what about that relation to real Estate you were talking about? How about this; When a consumer comes to your website to search for property, Are you "Charging" them a fee, by asking for a registration first? If so, are you speaking to the consumer subliminally, saying "Before I help you, you help me 1st"? I say yes, and I think most Americans will as well.
Secondly, I now realize why Google (in their infinite wisdom) places such a premium on Blog content vs Web content, it's real! Not Fluffed or Marketed (in most cases) just real! The reality comes from the freedom that is inherently based in all Blogs; The "Freedom of the Press".

Fore all who read them, remember they are just opinions. For all who write them, remember they are just "YOUR" opinion! follow the rules!

Enjoy this entertaining video....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3p_Rf0AY6E

The C.A.R. and Short Sales - How can they help?

2008-02-20T13:11:00.000-08:00

In today's real estate market terms like Short Sale, Foreclosure, REO, & BPO run ramped. It is easy for the consumer to get confused, frustrated, or even down right angry. Now more than ever, it is vital to align yourself with a knowledgeable Realtor who has taken the time to educate themselves on all the nuances involved in these process's. I read a nice article today out of Realty Times that brings attention to the C.A.R.'s recent addendum regarding Short Sales, I though I would share it with you.
Realty Times is a nice stop for online Real Estate info, stop by sometime and check it out!

C.A.R. Form Reminds of Short Sale Pitfalls
by Bob Hunt

There is a sense in which the term short sale is a bit of a misnomer. That is because short sales often take a very long time. This is just one of the things that principals and their agents need to be aware of if they are intending to be involved in a short sale -- i.e. a sale in which the proceeds will be less than the balance owed on the mortgage loan(s).
Recently, the California Association of Realtors® (CAR) published a Short Sale Addendum (SSA) that may be used with an offer or counter offer in a short sale situation. The addendum is useful because it provides a reminder to agents and principals, who might not normally deal with such situations, of things they might not think (or remember) to address.
The SSA covers six topic areas. Two of them require the principals to make a decision. The remaining ones are advisory in nature.
The first section notes that the sale agreement is contingent upon the seller receiving written consent from all existing secured lenders who will be required to reduce their loan balances in an amount sufficient to permit the sale proceeds to pay, not only the reduced balances, but also other costs of the transaction such as escrow fees, title charges, and brokerage commissions. This paragraph provides a space for buyer and seller to agree on a date by which such consent must be obtained. It stipulates that if consent is not obtained by that time, either party will be entitled to cancel the agreement and the buyer's deposit shall be returned.
In this regard, some experience and/or some pre-negotiation work by the listing agent with the lender(s) will be important. All need to know that it is going to be weeks, perhaps months, not days, before lender consent is obtained. Putting down an early date is not going to force the lender to move any more quickly.
The next section addresses the issue of the time periods for inspections, contingencies, and other obligations of the parties. Will those time periods begin to run at the time a sale agreement is reached, or after a set time, or not until lender consent is received? Most will probably want to wait for the latter. Few buyers will want to go to the expense of having inspections before they know whether or not the lender is going to accept the deal.
The third section advises the buyer that the lender(s) will not be obligated to accept this particular offer. Moreover, it is noted that the lender(s) "may require Seller to forward any other offer received; and (iii) may accept other offers." Just because the owner of the property is agreeable to the offer made doesn't mean that the lender(s) will be. Another section of the addendum specifically notes that the seller may continue to market the property and to submit other offers to the lender(s), unless there is a specific agreement to the contrary.
Both buyer and seller are also advised that they may incur other costs -- such as those associated with a loan application and appraisal -- for which they will be responsible even if the lender(s) ultimately reject the transaction.
Finally, the SSA informs the seller of that which the seller should already have been informed, namely, that there may be tax, credit, and legal consequences from a short sale, and the seller should seek advice on those matters from experts in the fields. It isn't something a real estate agent should be giving advice about.
Short sales are going to be around for a while. Those who may be involved with them would do well to be aware of the various considerations raised by the Short Sale Addendum. And be prepared to spend some time.
Published: February 20, 2008

Three Stories Worth Reading

2008-02-11T08:14:00.000-08:00

From the V.A.R. (Virginai Assoc. of Realtors) Blog, courtesy of The "Real Estate Zebra".

Some intresting topics being discussed regarding Real Estate & Blogging. A good Read, enjoy!

Three stories worth reading…
Three really interesting real estate related stories in the round-up of weekend newspapers….
• This, from the LA Times, discusses the emergence of real estate blogs as effective marketing tools, gossip forums and occasional thorns in the side of organized real estate.
• And this, from today’s Washington Post, about a Sawbuck, new DC-based online brokerage that manages to provide consumers discounts for getting the package of brokerage, title and mortgage services from them (Sawbuck). Interesting model. Wonder how it jives with RESPA?
• And then there’s Ken Harney’s column from Saturday’s Washington Post, on an Alabama lawsuit that threatens to become a class action against real estate brokers who charge “junk” admin fees on top of commissions.
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"The Coach"

Help for a Friend to the Industry

2008-01-17T14:25:00.000-08:00

From thegeekestateblog;

Jan 14, 2008 (3 days ago)
Realtor Scott Kleiman Needs Your Help To Live
from GeekEstate Blog by Larry Lohrman
Susanne Hayek who is a real estate photographer in the Pasadena, CA area and reader of my blog told me yesterday that her good friend Scott Kleiman who is a Realtor at Sotheby’s in Pasadena is very sick with CLL (Leukemia) and needs to find a matching bone marrow donor to survive. Scott was Susanne’s very first client four years ago when she started shooting real estate photography and is a big supporter of real estate photography.
If you are a match you may be able to save Scott’s life by being a donor. Now days being a bone marrow donor is as easy and painless as giving blood. But first you need to find out if you are a “match”. To get a test kit fill out the registration form at Scott’s site. Scott thanks you for your help.

Please consider helping out.

Beware of Credit Scams! Yes, it affects Real Estate too!

2008-01-17T10:09:00.000-08:00

Taking excerpts from an Inman News Story, Wednesday, January 16, 2008 By Ilyce R. Glink; Every day, thousands of people type the words "credit repair", "bad credit" or "bad credit repair" into an Internet search engine in an attempt to find some help. Only problem is some of the Web sites that come up in a search like that can do more harm than good. The typical credit repair scam works in one of a couple of different ways; 1) The promise that your credit history will be wiped clean, or 2) The credit repair organization will tell you that you'll get a brand-new Social Security number, then you'll be asked for a large payment upfront, sometimes as much as $1,000 to $1,500. Another common credit repair scam is to dispute all of the negative information on your credit history. Under federal law, a credit reporting bureau must investigate all disputes within 30 days. If the bureau can confirm the negative information, it stays on your report. But if it can't confirm it, the information is pulled off of your credit history. But here's the key: While the information is being disputed, it temporarily disappears from your credit history. So, your credit history looks perfect, even though it isn't. At the end of the 30 days, the credit repair company will dispute all of the charges again. For a big fat fee! Credit repair companies promise you the moon. Unfortunately, all you're going to get is trouble -- and a much thinner wallet.

Now, where does this fit in Real Estate? I am embarrassed to say this, but there are Mortgage Brokers and Lenders out there that are partnering with these companies to "clean up a customers credit" so they can qualify for a loan. Once they qualify, and get the loan (everyone gets paid), the customer is left to clean up the mess. you as the Agent who recommended the Mortgage Broker (who has closed the office and opened a new one under a different name) are the only one left to "take the blame". It is an ugly scenario. We will always have thieves in our business, and that's why it's best to do your "Due Diligence" as a consumer when choosing a Real Estate Professional, and our Fiduciary duty as professionals to stay committed to the consumer's best interests. "can't we all just get along?" (sorry, needed some humor injected into a serious subject)

So “Take Care” and “Beware” when times are tough, the dishonest get tougher. Find a friend in the industry you can trust, and listen to their advice.

See ya soon, The Coach

"25 Things You Must Do to Web 2.0 Your Company"? Shame on you Inman TV

2008-01-15T11:35:00.001-08:00

Forgive me fellow Bloggers, it has been 12 days since my last Blog.

Today I was "Dooped" into watching a 46 minute video by Inman TV titled "25 Things You Must Do to Web 2.0 Your Company". I, like many of you, am fascinated by web 2.0 as it applies to Real Estate and my company in particular. So when I see a title like that, from a respected company like Inman, I am enticed to view it.This time however, I wasted 44 min. For you see, there was but 2 min of usable content. Of which, only Kevin Boer of 3 Oceans Real Estate Blog, had insight that was of value. Here is a copy of my comment after viewing the video...

... "Wow, a 46 min video and I watched the whole thing! In the end, I probably should not have, but I am beyond curious right now about web 2.0 and where it will take this Industry and my company in particular. Your Title of this Video was “25 things you must do to web 2.0 your company”, but you truly discussed about 5! Kevin Boer was the panelist I found most informational, and I will become a reader of his blog. Bottom line - You tricked me into watching 46 min, of what was 2 min of useful info, shame on you!"

Don't get me wrong, I will not stop viewing Inman videos, they are quite good on average, and insightful much of the time, but I will keep my distance from any video of that length again. which brings me to a great point; "keep your videos short & sweet" a lesson I now take to heart! Video is king in the Industry now, but long video is regarded more as the "Jester"!

See you all soon (sooner tan 12 days, anyway! :)!

The Coach

Forwarded from Inman News - Please Read

2008-01-03T14:55:00.000-08:00

Help
Inman News writer and Coldwell Banker top producer Dian Hymer is a friend of the industry who needs our help. Suffering from cancer, she needs a bone marrow transplant. An initial run of the National Marrow Donor Program registry showed no matches. You may be a match. Registering for the program is simple. Click here.
Thanks

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How much of an "expert" do you want to be?

2008-01-02T15:21:00.000-08:00

Today I sent out an email to all my Agents (about 300) drawing their attention to a post in Sellsius Titled "EPA Maps Show Environmental Hazards in Your Area"

When I suggested that this would be a great addition to any Agent's website, I received a few comments to the affect that..."We should leave this type of info up to the NHD's, since it is there specialty, to avoid facing possible litigation". Like to hear the Blogging communities thoughts??

The Coach

K.I.S.S.

2007-12-27T14:13:00.000-08:00

Sometimes we step over a dollar to pick up a dime, by looking past the obvious. This video brings you back to reality and challenges you to act on your instincts. Well done “Zebra” and thanks to you Greg for bringing it to us.

Challenge your self after you view this video, to K.I.S.S (keep it Simple Stupid), and get back to basics.

From the Blueroof.com Blog; It’s Black and White- How to Sell Your HomeDecember 20, 2007 — Greg
Daniel Rothamel from the Real Estate Zebra Has produced a video that discusses how to sell your home. The beauty of this video is that it applies to most all real estate markets around the country. If you are selling your home, this is a must see.

Ca Central Valley Real Estate in 2008

2007-12-21T09:11:00.000-08:00

You know, I wasn't sure how I wanted to "package" this post until I was driving into work today. My radio was set to an FM station that was programmed for 24/7 Xmas music. So there I was in the middle of Frosty, Rudolph, Santa, and the bunch.
I heard "Frosty the Snowman" 3 times, Once by Willie Nelson (My favorite of the 3), Frank Sinatra, and Nick Lachey. Talk about a "Wide" range of deliveries! Yet no matter who sang the song, or what rendition they chose, I found myself singing along.
So what does this have to do with Central Valley Real Estate in 2008? Simple! I have heard the singing of the 2007 Billboard Chart Toppers "I'm Dreaming of Closed Escrow", "Deck the Halls with Bows of Buyers", & "Holy Internet" sung by dozens of Agents & Brokers in so many different ways, but no matter what rendition or key (off, mostly) it is sung in, I find my self singing along.
So...Moral of the Story is...Surround yourself with the voices of "joyousness", "prosperity", & "positiveness" in 2008. Then when you find yourself singing along, it will be at your companies awards banquet & not at the unemployment office!

Stay positive, stay focused! Happy Holidays

Eric

Who is your customer? yeah, but what about 5 years from now?

2007-12-20T13:58:00.000-08:00

A piece in Tech Crunch today, referencing Pew Internet & American Life Project's survey, entitled "Teens and Social Media, was in all likelihood one of the current definitive pieces on the behavior of Gen "Y" on-line. It is a look at the future, and should be required reading by any Agent who intends to be doing business beyond 2010. It reinforces the belief of so many of us, that our kids and grandkids will be buying & selling their houses on-line. This is a culture to them, they are fully prepared to do it. Read it, or stick your head back in the sand where it was before you read this blog post.

The full study is available here (pdf).

Happy Holidays!

California Central Valley Real Estate Will Win out!

2007-12-19T11:54:00.000-08:00

Glass half empty - Sales are down, revenue is down, the market is dead, bla bla bla.
Glass half full - There has never been a better opportunity for 1st time home buyers, there is an abundance of great deals out there, and one of my favorites; Now we can purge the "Dead Wood" out there.
Meaning Real Estate Agents who have taken this industry far too lightly. During the "good old days" many untrained, "short termers" came in and scooped up part of the pie. They lacked the education and commitment exemplified by so many of you out there now, left to pick up Te pieces. But pick up you will, and within our Central Valley in general, we the Brokers & Management teams are busily working on the innovative technologies to help you all accomplish this.
Necessity is truly the "Mother of Invention" and you, the Central Valley Agents are going to benefit from that "Big Time" in the very near future as more and more of us turn to web 2.0 conceptual thinking. Tools & Services will begin to look more and more like "Widgets" and "Websites", instead of "Billboards" & "Classifieds".
It's a great time to be in Real Estate! It's a great time to grow!

Merry Xmas to all, and to all closed Escrow ;-)

What are we afraid of?

2007-12-17T10:11:00.000-08:00

I remember my first day of "real" school, 1st grade! Man was I scared. It would be my first full day away from my Mommy ever! I would be surrounded by all the "uncertainty" all the "Strangeness" and even some genuine "Dumbness". How would I ever survive???

yet not only did I survive, but I flourished. I learned more than I ever thought possible, and in that knowledge came success and an inner power that I never could have imagined. Adulthood, Freedom, understanding, communication, etc...

So why not take these same principles of overcoming fears into your entrance to "Internet Real Estate"? tell Mommy that you will be just fine in your first day of class, and jump right into the "Milk & Cookies" of the exciting world of Internet Leads & Internet Mktg. Everything will be fine, trust me ;-)

I love getting up every day and finding out more and more about this real future of Real Estate and I hope you can all get excited about too! Looking forward to your comments.

Eric

Why Blog?

2007-12-14T10:54:00.000-08:00

I have a unique position in my Real Estate company, Director of IS for Prudential California Realty in the beautiful California Central Valley. It may not sound very unique, but believe me, in the current market having any Real Estate company place value on having an employee dedicated to supporting and assisting the Agents in all aspects of Internet Marketing, and Technology as it applies to their future in the Real Estate business is quite "UNIQUE".

I have the privilege of working with over 200 Agents throughout No. California. I have been asked to keep them updated on web 2.0 concepts such as; SEO/SEM, online Listing sites, website design, website integration, CRM utilization, Internet Marketing, Pay per click, and so many more concepts. One of these is Blogging. Which leads me (finally) to the subject of this, my first, Blog on Blogger. Why Blog?

It has become increasingly evident to me that Blogging, in some form or another, is here to stay. To me, it goes hand in hand with Social Networking, and the YouTube craze. It increases the likelihood you, and your listings, will be seen by the "World Wide" audience. It helps you with SEO. It gives people insight into who you are, and what you are about. Why does that matter, you might ask? Simple; in the Internet world it is one of the few ways you can develop a relationship with a prospective client in "Cyberspace". They don't know you, they didn't even know you existed before they came across your website, or Blog, or whatever!

If relationships are key to success in Real Estate, then anyway to create one is key to success in "Internet" Real Estate.

I am looking forward to hearing back from all of you across the world, and learning more about Blogging, so I can bring that education to my Agents, making them more successful. So please, respond.