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Fair Oaks homes for sale by Realtor Sally Dunbar, who's been hoofin' it through the homes of Fair Oaks and the surrounding areas, matching up eager buyers with ready-to-move sellers, since 1979.

While I sell homes in Fair Oaks, I venture in Sacramento, Carmichael, Citrus Heights, Orangevale, Rancho Cordova, Gold River, Folsom, El Dorado Hills, Roseville, Rocklin and Granite Bay...(and Chevron loves me!)

How have I survived for so long?... By always doing what's right for my people.... Always!

Now check out my video about why I love Fair Oaks...



Short Sale, REO, foresclosures??? ... find out the difference below...



How do you pick a listing price? See below...



What price should you offer when you've found the home of your dreams??? Find out below...



Prepping your home for sale??? Don't miss the video below...

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