Pacific Coast Group 916-787-1200 Ready for a tour? These new listings in Folsom came on the market today...and they won't last long! Contact Pacific Coast Group to schedule a viewing of any of all of these homes...call TODAY!   01/16/2013

Pacific Coast Group 916-787-1200 Your dream home awaits...breathtaking estate homes offered for sale in Folsom! Pacific Coast Group would love to assist you in booking a personal tour of any of these gorgeous homes, so call us today at 916-787-1200, or click here to email. We're at your service!   01/12/2013

  BANK OWNED (Foreclosure /REO) HOME SALES DATA FOR FOLSOM, CA – DECEMBER 2012 This is the latest monthly report of our over five-year study of bank owned (Foreclosure/REO) home sales in Folsom, CA.  This report covers December of 2012.  In order to simplify the post for the reader, we will only use the term Foreclosure when referring to this category of home.  If you would like to see all of the foreclosure homes available for sale in Folsom, select this link.  To view the available foreclosure homes you will have to select the box next to “are REO/Bank Owned” under the “Including the above criteria, only show me properties that:” section.  Then scroll down to the Folsom box half way down on the left side of the page and finally select the Search Now button at the bottom of the page. T... 01/09/2013

Pacific Coast Group 916-787-1200 (Click here to view the rest of the homes...)  Your dream home awaits in Folsom! Call Pacific Coast Group at 916-787-1200, or click here to email, and we'll personally show you these lovely homes. We look forward to assisting you!   01/08/2013

Check out these 5 listings in Folsom...all under $250K!  We'd love to personally show you any of the homes on this list, so call Pacific Coast Group at 916-787-1200, or click here to email us, and we'll put together a custom tour for you. We look forward to meeting you!   01/02/2013

  Fancy light source in Folsom – Broadstone   I was stopped at the light while exiting from a Folsom shopping center in the Broadstone area of Folsom. I had to take a double –take at the light source for the monument of this fancy retail center. The portable halogen light caught my eye; I use the same light on the construction site. I never thought of it as design statement. 01/02/2013

Ice Skating in Historic Folsom   The magic of the season continues with Ice Skating in Historic Folsom - December 29, 2012 - January 21, 2013. The nostalgic winter adventure is open daily from 10am - 10pm.   Admission:                      Skate session: $10 Skate rental: $2   Session Times:  10am -11:30am 12pm - 1:30pm 2pm - 3:30pm 4pm - 5:30pm 6pm - 7:30pm 8pm - 9:30pm   Tickets are available at the ticket booth adjacent to the ice rink or online. Visa and Mastercharge accepted. Party packages and large group rates are available, visit here for more information.   Directions: From Sacramento take Highway 50 East. Exit Folsom Blvd., exit #23. Turn left onto Folsom Blvd. Take the ramp toward Historic Blvd. Stay straight to go onto Sutter Street. Turn left onto Reading Street. The Parkin... 12/29/2012

Pacific Coast Group 916-787-1200 Want to know more about the real estate market in Folsom? Contact me today for a free consultation and let's chat! Call me at 916-787-1200, or click here to email.   12/28/2012

Pacific Coast Group  916-787-1200       David VanDermyden As an agent who's an expert in this local area, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise about buying and selling real estate here. It's not the same everywhere, so you need someone you can trust for up-to-date information. I am eager to serve you. Here are some of the things I can do for you: Find Your Next Home You need someone who knows this area inside and out! I can work with you to find the right home at the right price for you, including all the neighborhood amenities that matter - not to mention the essential criteria you have for your ideal home. Get a positive, helpful partner for buying or selling a home: Trusted resource for answers about the process Innovative marketing strategies Expertise about neighborhood feat... 12/26/2012

  BANK OWNED (Foreclosure /REO) HOME SALES DATA FOR FOLSOM, CA – NOVEMBER 2012 This is the latest monthly report of our five-year study of bank owned (Foreclosure/REO) home sales in Folsom, CA.  This report covers November of 2012.  In order to simplify the post for the reader, we will only use the term Foreclosure when referring to this category of home.   If you would like to see all of the foreclosure homes available for sale in Folsom in Folsom, select this link.  To view the available foreclosure homes you will have to select the box next to “are REO/Bank Owned” under the “Including the above criteria, only show me properties that:” section.  Then scroll down to the Folsom box half way down on the left side of the page and finally select the Search Now button at the bottom of the p... 12/26/2012

Pacific Coast Group 916-787-1200   Folsom Area Real Estate Get a positive, helpful partner for buying or selling a home: Trusted resource for answers about the process Innovative marketing strategies Expertise about neighborhood features Ability to target home searches Strong negotiation skills Support through the closing and beyond   Call us at 916-787-1200, or click here to email. We're looking forward to talking with you! 12/19/2012

    Feeling the Pressure to Produce?   I don’t know about you but I’m feeling the pressure to get a lot of things done right now. I love the holiday season but it seems to have crept up too quickly. I have been fortunate to have a lot of things going on right now, but things need to get done.   What is going on? Well… Estimates for 2013 budgets Capital Improvements that need to be done by year end Emergency repairs due to rain Projects that owners have waited to begin Homeowners looking to prepare their home for sale Social obligations Family functions Volunteering opportunities Year-end bookkeeping Employer duties And the list can probably go on for quite a while   So what is a contractor to do? The list can be overwhelming if it is looked at as a whole, so I think it is best to break ... 12/15/2012

  Folsom Tree Lighting, Arts and Craft Show Rescheduled   The recent weather conditions in Folsom, CA has forced event organizers to change the dates of these two local events. That time is this Friday, don't miss out on the big event December 7th. Bring the family! Official Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony – December 7th Tree Lighting Ceremony will run from 6:00 to 9:00pm 6:00 to 7:30 - Live entertainment 6:00 to 9:00 - Santa visits Folsom Tree Lighting – Bring your camera! 6:00 to 8:30 – Free train rides up and down Sutter and Wool Street 7:30 - Christmas tree lighting by Melissa Crowley of News 10 News10's Coats for Kids drive will take place this evening as well! Please drop your coats off near the ice skating rink ticket booth in the plaza adjacent to the parking structure. 45th An... 12/05/2012

  Ice Skating Rink in Folsom is reopened and will remain open until January 21, 2013 (rain or shine) The rink is open 10:00 am to 10:00 pm, seven days a week including Christmas Day! Live DJ and Games every day 4:00 – 10:00 Cost:  Skate session: $10, $2 skate rental  $8 kids (8 years old & under), $2 skate rental Each session is 90 minutes long.  Tickets available at the ticket booth adjacent to the ice rink.  Visa and Mastercard accepted.    Session Times:  10 am to 11:30 am  12 pm to 1:30 pm  2 pm to 3:30 pm  4 pm to 5:30 pm  6 pm to 7:30 pm  8 pm to 9:30 pm   Party Packages available     Directions:  From Sacramento Take Highway 50 East.  Exit Folsom Blvd, exit #23  Turn Left onto Folsom Blvd.  Take the ramp toward Historic Blvd.  Stay straight to go onto Sutter Street.  Turn Left on... 12/05/2012

FOLSOM, CA HOME SALES DATA – OCTOBER 2012 The purpose of this post is to provide those interested in the Folsom, CA housing market data about that market. The data presented covers October 2012, and the preceding fourteen months. If you would like to view all homes available for sale in Folsom at this time, select this link. You will have to take two additional steps. Scroll down and check the Folsom box on the left side of the page and select either the Search Now button to List Your results or Map Your results button at the bottom of the page. The first chart lists the cost-per-square-foot for all homes sold in Folsom by month. Although there is a very slight fluctuation from month to month, the reader can see that there has been is an upward trend over the past year. The change start... 11/29/2012

Give a Gift of Three Stages Performances   Can't think of what to give that person in your life that has everything, why not give a gift of Three Stages performances! Three Stages at Folsom Lake Center opened just a year and a half ago and since has had 100 events sold out between the 2011 and 2012 season. It has established itself as an integral part of the Capital Region's cultural life.   There are 17 shows scheduled in December including:   An Irish Christmas The Nutcracker perfomred by Pamela Hayes Classical Ballet Theater California Theatre Center's -The Elves and the Shoemaker El Dorado Musical Theater's Holiday Celebration Folsom Symphony's - Of Joy & Fate   There are several ticket packets available to give as gifts and when you buy packets you save 15% on your ticket prices. S... 11/27/2012

BANK OWNED (Foreclosure /REO) HOME SALES DATA FOR FOLSOM, CA – OCTOBER 2012   This is the latest monthly report of our five-year study of bank owned (Foreclosure/REO) home sales in Folsom, CA.  This report covers October of 2012.  In order to simplify the post for the reader, we will only use the term Foreclosure when referring to this category of home.   If you would like to see all of the foreclosure homes available for sale in Folsom, select this link.  To view the available foreclosure homes you will have to select the "are REO/Bank Owned" box in the "Including the above criteria, only show me the properties that:" section.  Then scroll down to the Folsom box half way down on the left side of the page and finally select the Search Now button at the bottom of the page.   There were s... 11/13/2012

Since the construction in many cases right now exceeds $300,000 and sometimes exceeds $400,000 is all the more important to choose a good renovation contractor. Each contractor will be "validated" by the lender. This process is relatively easy and requires the contractor to fill out a few references, a short questionnaire, a W9, and show that they have at least 10% of the project cost either in cash in the bank or in credit with suppliers to get the job started. They will need this for each 203k project they get. That means a contractor specializing in the FHA 203k should have a considerable bank account. There is a "contractor certification" program available for those contractors who want to specialize in the 203k program, it adds some credibility to their lender validation. Since the... 11/08/2012

This is a most unusual FHA 203k project don't you agree? Who would have guessed that this home would ever quality for a 203k loan. The list price was over the maximum loan amount for FHA in the area so why did it make sense to use this loan program to purchase the home? If you think about it, it isn't so hard to understand. The choices were to purchase with all cash then repair it OR if you want a mortgage then it has to show the deficiencies being corrected, thus the 203k was the choice. Most of the work on this home was cosmetic in nature but the electrical issues were extensive.Yes, it could have been done with a HomeStyle loan by FannieMae too.    downtown 11/02/2012

Folsom CA – The Stop Foreclosure Institute recently received a question from Tim. Here is Tim’s Question. “I have an elderly friend who recently finalized a loan modification through her lender. The mortgage company shows on their website that the mod has been processed and the new terms are in effect. However, since foreclosure proceedings were begun before the loan mod was approved, her homeowner’s insurance holder will not renew her coverage policy, since the local Clerk of Courts records show that the loan is in a foreclosure process. The mortgage company has not sent the Clerk of Courts notice that the foreclosure case is closed. What can she do to avoid losing her insurance coverage?” An elderly person almost loses their home to foreclosure and manages to save it at the last minu... 10/28/2012