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I just discovered that I can successfully copy and paste the link from Google's Picasa Web into the MLS Virtual Media and create a free Virtual Tour that is run from our Picasa site. It makes a great no cost way to post virtual tours on line! Just send yourself an invitation to view the gallery ...
08/07/2008
Cindy Brandon is a full time professional Broker Associate with Artisan Sotheby's International Realty in Sonoma Wine Country California. She represents clients with Real Estate investments from $200k to more than $20 million. Many of Cindy's transactions are highly complex including country pro...
08/03/2008
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Last week the New York Times published an article about elevated levels of radon in granite. The article says that the EPA has been receiving calls from inspectors and homeowners that have had high readings coming from their countertops. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. The E.P...
08/03/2008
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Completely updated leaving no stone unturned, this spectacular single story Lakewood Hills home features maple hardwood floors, chef's kitchen, solar heated pool and spa, pool house w/ kitchenette & full bath, travertine marble in all main home baths, oversized steam shower & jetted tub in master...
08/01/2008
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Luxurious and Eco-Friendly Another fabulous custom luxury home built by the Papenhausens, known for their attention to detail and quality craftsmanship. Step through this Grand Entry into the perfect floor plan with Master Suite, Chef's Kitchen, Great Room, Formal Living and Dining areas and Gar...
07/03/2008
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Wildfires usually start unnoticed and spread rapidly. Are you prepared? If you live in high wildfire hazard zone there are some steps you can take now to protect your home and your family. Start by clearing a 30 to 100-foot area around your house and other outbuildings. Call your local fire st...
06/30/2008
AB 2678 was recently modified to exclude a point of sale requirement for energy audits and mandatory retrofits. CAR (California Association of Realtors) states that a point of sale requirement is inefficient because it requires homes to turnover before going into effect. I believe this is an ac...
06/17/2008
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In November 2007 the Fish and Wildlife department issued a new plan for preserving endangered species in the Santa Rosa Plain, primarily for the protection of wetlands that contain the California Tiger Salamander, and/or the following flowers: Burke's Goldfiled, Sonoma Sunshine, Sebastopol Meado...
05/14/2008
For the first time in this market, we are seeing a marked reduction in REO inventory. The number of properties available has dropped from 315 at the end of March to 273 as of May 5, 2008. In some areas, REO inventories are very low and buyers are finding that they are competing against multipl...
05/05/2008
Here's a great opportunity to learn about what Sonoma County Government and Businesses are doing to fight Global Warming.Climate Protection: Everybody Profits IVFriday, May 16, 2008 8:30am to 2:00pmVilla Chanticleer, HealdsburgHere's a sampling of topics that will be covered.How does our County ...
05/05/2008