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Menifee, CA Real Estate News

By Sidney Kutchuk - Realty Works Temecula Kutchuk - Realty Works Temecula, Realty Works Temecula
(Realty Works Temecula)
Menifee Homes and Menifee neighborhoods  - have become high on the priority list for consumers wanting to purchase a home in Southwest Riverside County, in Southern California.Menifee Schools are rated very highly by the Greatschools website  - and the district is growing leaps and bounds with new schools being added all of the time.There's a large variety of lake communities, golf communities, condominiums and also the Palomar Junior college is a large draw for many families wanting to be near a Junior College.Menifee is located just North of Murrieta and Temecula. View Larger Map THERE ARE 113 HOMES, (Standard Sale and Bank Owned), ACTIVELY LISTED IN MENIFEE BELOW $300,000 Status: Active                                                                                                 Li...
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Appraiser Adjustment Matrix Area                          Sun City - Menifee                  Date 11/18/2010 Square Footage 0-3 Months 4-6 Months Difference 2800-3000 $230,000 $234,500 $-4500 2600-2800 $225,000 $228,000 $-3000 difference $5000 $6500 ////////////////// 2400-2600 $225,000 $225,000 $0 difference $0 $3000 ////////////////// 2200-2400 $220,000 $208,451 $11,549 difference $5000 $16,549 ////////////////// 2000-2200 $195,000 $209,000 $-14,000 Difference $25,000 $-549 ////////////////// 1800-2000 $189,000 $187,000 $2000 Difference $6000 $22,000 ////////////////// 1600-1800 $174,500 $174,450 $50 Difference $14,500 $12,550 ////////////////// 1400-1600 $149,000 $155,000 $-6000 difference $25,500 $19,450 ////////////////// 1200-1400 $130,000 $143,900 $-13,900 difference $19,000 $11...
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By Stefan West, Temecula-Murrieta-Menifee CA Real Estate
(West Realty)
Today was a pretty grueling phone day at West Realty.  I was following up on some challenging Temecula and Murrieta Short Sales when my email pops up with the following note from my client - whom offered to give me a quick testimonial after we closed on his new home: "Stefan West and West Realty served my wife and me excellently in our recent efforts to find and buy a home in the Temecula / Menifee area.  I am demanding when it comes to service providers - in fact I own a business that does nationwide evaluations of service.  I have worked with over a dozen realtors in my life, buying and selling 6 homes.  Some were fair, some were good, some were very good...but Stefan was the best.We were working from a distance - Philadelphia.  We emailed him our long list of specs.  He asked good fo...
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By Cory & Michelle Beeson - (951) 526-8298 Serving the entire Temecula Valley, Top 1% of Realtors Nationwide
(The Beeson Group, Inc.)
Today I met with the Zupkofska's at their new home site to check on the progress.  The foundation has been poured and the frame is now up.  They picked a premium lot with a view overlooking the lake (channel) at The Lakes in Menifee by Centex.  They are such a neat family and they absolutely love their New Home.  Ivan is a career military man (A.F.) and while some sellers are gun shy to accept VA Loans, Centex stepped up and was glad to work with the Zupkofska's and make their dream become a reality.  They are hoping construction will be compete by Christmas.                                                                           The Zupkofsk's in their backyard                                                         The kids on their stairway...                              Ivan and ...
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By Cory & Michelle Beeson - (951) 526-8298 Serving the entire Temecula Valley, Top 1% of Realtors Nationwide
(The Beeson Group, Inc.)
Today I met with some clients of mine that had purchased a home from a new home builder a few months back, and we went today to check the progress of the build as the frame just went up. To my surprise, as I got out of my car, their two little girls gave me a gift. The gift was in a box and they asked me to open it there, so of course I obliged. Out of the box popped a Build-A-Bear and it just so happens that this Bear's name is Cory and he rides a Harley.. go figure. :) I have never heard of a Build A-Bear before, but my wife and children have. I guess us 40 something males are out of the loop on what is cool. :) Little Biker Cory will have a new home on top of my hutch in my Moreno Valley office.
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By Paul C. Wilkinson, GRI, REALTOR -Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula - (951)
(CENTURY 21 Preferred)
Another Happy Menifee, CA home owner writes, "I contacted Paul Wilkinson on a random phone call from a real estate sign in the yard of a home for sale.  That call ended up being the turning point to finding my dream home.  I had been searching for a couple of months and was completely frustrated with the process.  Paul's refreshing personality helped revitalize my enthusiasm for looking at homes.  His professionalism and knowledge of the market was so amazing.  He knew what I was looking for in a home, and never once asked me to lower my standards or downsize my wishes in order to make a sale.  He will work tirelessly to find what you want for the right price.  I highly recommend Paul Wilkinson for all of your real estate needs.  Thanks Paul.... I love my new home!" Christy W. If YOUR'R...
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By Greg Cook, Mortgage Consultant NMLS ID# 283159
(Platinum Home Mortgage)
First time home buyers in Temecula, Murrieta and other parts of Riverside and San Diego County, who are attracted to the amenities and lifestyle that are part of Southwest Riverside County might want to take a look at new homes for sale in Menifee. About 10 miles north of Temecula and Murrieta on I-215, is the newly incorporated city of Menifee and a number of new home communities that are affordable for first time home buyers. Regardless of real estate market, one economic factor has always been true in Southern California: A little extra commute time brings a lot more “bang for your housing buck”. Why first time home buyers should consider a new home   Sycamore @ Hidden Hills   Sycamore @ Hidden Hills is a perfect example of this principle. Surrounded by rolling hills, Sycamore @ Hidd...
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By Stefan West, Temecula-Murrieta-Menifee CA Real Estate
(West Realty)
Are you thinking about buying a Menifee CA home? Here are some facts about Menifee, CA you should know.  Menifee is located just minutes away from Temecula CA, the heart of Southern California's wine country.  With the beaches, mountains and desert all within driving distance, there is always something going on no matter what the season. Today, Menifee CA real estate has become increasingly affordable as interest rates and house prices continue to stay low.  With commuters to San Diego and the Los Angeles area buying up property in the Temecula Valley, Menifee continues to grow thanks to its close proximity to these areas.  Now, with new restaurants stores and services becoming available to Menifee home owners, first time home buyers are finding a place where they can put down roots in ...
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By Stefan West, Temecula-Murrieta-Menifee CA Real Estate
(West Realty)
Just today I had a great experience working with Chase bank and an excellent REO agent that I wanted to share.  There are a couple points to this that I really want to stand out: 1) Put your clients first and make sure the bank really knows what is going on. 2) Don't be afraid to find a method to communicate directly with the bank. This started when I did a final walkthrough with my client yesterday and found that the double stainless steel oven was missing.  Apparently a theft had occured in the last week or so from someone who knew exactly what they were looking for and was a very "clean" theft. This home is part of the Menifee CA real estate market here in Southern California.  We contact the listing agent who was one of the few REO agents that are really at the top of their game.  S...
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By Sherry Kotvis -Work. Live. Play, Have A Life Worth Living!
(eXp Realty)
I recently acquired a short sale listing in Menifee Lakes. With the lack of inventory out there it was pretty predictable that we would be getting multiple offers. The easy way out is to take an investor offer but when I hear the stories of agents desperately trying to find homes for their first time buyer's I always take these stories into consideration and pass these stories along to my clients. This particular property we had the choice of taking an investor offer or a renter that had been renting in the same neighborhood that he wanted to buy. He has been a renter in the same property for 8 years. I told the story to my client.  The dedication and determination and love  for the neighborhood outweighed an investor which would turn around and rent the property to 'anyone' was the rig...
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By Paul C. Wilkinson, GRI, REALTOR -Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula - (951)
(CENTURY 21 Preferred)
REALTORS® say the Darndest Things?  But sometimes it's the things written in the agent remarks section of the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) .  Things that every REALTOR® working hard to find a home for their buyer clients first read before laughing at it and tossing it in the shredder. Here are ACTUAL examples of what may be written about your home in the MLS.   These comments may discourage other REALTORS® from scheduling an appointment for their buyers. 1.  SUBJECT TO INTERIOR INSPECTION; MUST SUBMIT OFFER FIRST; DO NOT GO ON PROPERTY; DRIVE BY ONLY; DO NOT DISTURB OCCUPANTS FOR ANY REASON!!!! DO NOT SOLICIT OWNER OR OCCUPANTS!!! SEVERE WATER DAMAGE ON ROOF FROM RECENT STORMS; WATER DAMAGE ON 1ST FLOOR FROM FAULTY PLUMBING; POSSIBLE MOLD ISSUE FROM WATER DAMAGE; UPSTAIRS BATHROOM WAT...
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By Brian Skaar, Purchase Loan Specialist - VA, FHA, Conventional
(VanDyk Mortgage - VA, FHA, Conventional, VA Jumbo, Jumbo, Purchase Loans, & Refinance, Direct Lender)
Menifee VA Loans and FHA Home Mortgage Loans - VanDyk Mortgage - California VA Lender & FHA Lender.   VanDyk Mortgage is your source for VA Loans and FHA Loans in Menifee.  We have been making FHA, VA, Conforming, and Jumbo loans since 1987. VanDyk Mortgage is a Direct Lender.  We offer many loan programs for Menifee Homebuyers and Menifee Homeowners to Purchase and refinance homes.. FHA & FHA Jumbo (aka High Balance) VA & VA Jumbo (aka High Balance) Conforming & Conforming Jumbo (aka High Balance or Super Conforming) Jumbo Loans to $3m Menifee FHA Loans are available up to $500,000 with just 3.5% down payment. The FHA 2011 Loan Limit for Menifee is $500,00. Menifee FHA Loans that are over $417K up to $500,000 are called FHA Jumbo or FHA High Balance loans. Menifee VA Loans are availabl...
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By Paul C. Wilkinson, GRI, REALTOR -Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula - (951)
(CENTURY 21 Preferred)
"What doesn't kill you will just make you Stronger!"  That's what my grandfather taught me.  He used to heckle anyone, anything, anywhere and anytime.....maybe that is why I am now a heckler.  I'll give you a few examples: 1.  I'm at the movies, with my wife, during the opening week of one of the Lord of the Rings movies and at the part where the hobbit creature is sitting atop of a tree, as it's racing down to save all the other trees in the forest......the theater is quiet, the music dramatic, and I yell ..."RUN FOREST, RUN!".  Imagine hysterical laughter for the next 10 minutes as trees are running around everywhere trying to save their world.   2.  I'm at a minor league baseball game.  The home team is down by two runs in the 7th inning and up to bat in a tough game.  The visitors p...
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By Paul C. Wilkinson, GRI, REALTOR -Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula - (951)
(CENTURY 21 Preferred)
Another Testimonial from the WORLD! Who is YOUR Hero?  The Greatest of All Time!  (Thanks to Craig Rutman of North Carolina for the great idea!) In today's tough economic time it's important to know just who we're dealing with, this Testimonial should help to put and end to all the doubts and questions you may have.  Are you in the market to buy or sell a home in the Menifee, Murrieta and Temecula, California and surrounding areas but are unsure of just who you should call?  Click on the picture below to watch the greatest video testimonial of all time, ( TURN UP YOUR VOLUME and ENJOY! ) OUR HERO!  Paul C Wilkinson, GRI, REALTOR® Call me to market and sell your home!  Call me if you've been on the fence and trying to decide if now is the time to buy! Call me if you are facing foreclosur...
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By Janice Sutton, Home Stager - Temecula Murrieta
(1st Stage Property Transformations )
Recently I have had the pleasure to work with some smart Real Estate Investor's that are upgrading and home staging ALL their California investment properties.  Yaaaaaah! :) The first vacant property we worked on was located in Menifee, CA.       Home Staging Before & After pictures   From BLAH to TA DA!       The final result.........Sold within 1 week!!  How cool is that!!!   Click here for the Home Staging Success Blog regarding this Menifee vacant property! Why????? How?????   Because a very SMART group of Investor's put together a a great team! TOP RE AGENT+ EXPERIENCED SUBCONTRACTOR+ PROFESSIONAL HOME STAGER = SOLD!!!! So if your are wondering why your vacant property hasn't sold yet take a look around...is your vacant property BLAH or TA-DA! What's in your Vacant Listing??     1s...
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By Paul C. Wilkinson, GRI, REALTOR -Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula - (951)
(CENTURY 21 Preferred)
Dear Mr & Mrs Homeowner, How's Your Loan Modification Going?  I keep hearing more and more that those that have been working with lenders seem to share the same stories.  Here are a few: 1.  "The bank has been reviewing my file for 6 months (or longer), but they say as long as I stay current on my mortgage payments they are willing to work with me."  -  It seems that as long as your current on your loan, why would they feel there was any need to work with you?  I am not advocating that a borrower intentionally stop making their payments if they are capable of doing so, but it just seems more and more borrowers are left in limbo "waiting for a loan mod", while they continue to make their payments on time.  Maybe it's just me, but 6 months (or more) seems like a long time to get an answer...
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By Paul C. Wilkinson, GRI, REALTOR -Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula - (951)
(CENTURY 21 Preferred)
TEN Reasons NOT Paying Your Mortgage Is O.K.??  Or is it?? With so many options out there and many more home owners losing their homes to foreclosure, I find some of the reasons I get from home owners who find themselves behind on mortgage payments and on the verge of foreclosure...well...somewhat disturbing.  Here are 10 things I hear over and over. "If the bank does foreclose, my parents will buy me another one." "I don't care if what I'm doing is illegal, everyone else is doing it. My friend (neighbor, relative, friend of a friend) did it this way, so why can't I?" "I CAN afford my mortgage payment, I am just choosing NOT to pay it." "It's just not fair that the house next door sold for $200,000 less than what I paid for mine." "Look how much money I am saving, besides I would rather...
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By Paul C. Wilkinson, GRI, REALTOR -Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula - (951)
(CENTURY 21 Preferred)
Foreclosure Worries? Have You Thought About a Short Sale and Just Not Sure What to Do?? ARE YOU A SHORT SALE CANDIDATE?        Having Difficulty Paying Your Mortgage?        Do You Owe More Than Your Home is Worth?        Are You Looking to Sell Your Home, But Have No Equity?        Will Your Mortgage Soon Reset to an Astronomical Rate?        Have You Suffered a Loss of Income or Other Hardship?        Are Lenders Harassing You About Payments?        Have You Lost Your Job?        Are You Late on Your Payments?        Do You Want to Avoid Foreclosure ? If you live in the Menifee, Temecula, Murrieta or surrounding California areas, and could be facing forclosure don't wait, give me a call today!  CALL TODAY for a FREE Consultation! (951) 566 - 7111 There is no charge to you for this ser...
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