Have you been looking for a deal on a home near Napa or elsewhere in southern Napa Valley?  There are currently 29 foreclosed, bank-owned (REO) homes for sale in Napa, of which 10 of came on the market in just the past week. Here are my Top 10 Napa foreclosed homes offered for sale as of October 28, 2011.  Note that four of these had price reductions this week.  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com ) for more information and to schedule a viewing.   Type Bed/Bath Price Square Feet Notes Single family 2/2 $879,000 1,524   Single family 4/3 $799,900 3,166 Reduced from $885,000 Single family 3/1.5 $775,000 1,937   Single family 3/2 $624,000 2,198   Single family 4/2.5 $575,000 3,103 New on market Single family 3/2.5 $512,500 2,077 Reduced from $536,200 Single family 2/2 $472,700 2,056 R... 10/28/2011

This fits right in with my earlier post today, Upcoming Events in Yountville and Surrounding Napa Valley Areas October 28, 2011. There was an article in last Saturday's Napa Register by Jennifer Huffman about this which fits in nicely with my Upcoming Coming events. Here are a few excerpts to give you the idea of what they are doing. Go and have some fun. It is another thing the City of Napa is doing right these days. A small group of downtown merchants have banded together in an effort to draw more midweek business to their end of the city center. Dubbed West End Wednesdays, the new weekly event begins this Wednesday. Starting at 5 p.m., select stores will offer specials, discounts and other promotions, said Elizabeth Cameron who recently opened a retail store, West End Napa. West End ... 10/28/2011

Small multi-family properties are often the easiest and most cost-efficient way to get started as a residential property investor.  These properties typically have 2 to 4 units, providing the opportunity for the owner to live on-site or to rent every unit.  Many successful residential investors got their start buying small unit properties and trading up to consolidate equity and improve cash flow. Here are small unit multi-family properties currently offered for sale in Napa as of October 28, 2011.  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com) for more information and to schedule a viewing.   Type Price Unit Mix Notes 3 Units $719,000 3 x 2/1   3 Units $549,000 3 x 2/1   3 Units $480,000 1 x 3/1; 1 x 2/1; 1 x 1/1 Back on market 2 Units $299,900 1 x 2/1; 1 x 2/2 Reduced from $325,000; 2 home... 10/28/2011

Small multi-family properties are often the easiest and most cost-efficient way to get started as a residential property investor.  These properties typically have 2 to 4 units, providing the opportunity for the owner to live on-site or to rent every unit.  Many successful residential investors got their start buying small unit properties and trading up to consolidate equity and improve cash flow. Here are small unit multi-family properties currently offered for sale in Napa as of October 21, 2011.  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com) for more information and to schedule a viewing.   Type Price Unit Mix Notes 3 Units $719,000 3 x 2/1   3 Units $549,000 3 x 2/1   3 Units $480,000 1 x 3/1; 1 x 2/1; 1 x 1/1 Back on market 2 Units $299,900 1 x 2/1; 1 x 2/2 Reduced from $325,000; 2 home... 10/21/2011

Have you been looking for a deal on a home near Napa or elsewhere in southern Napa Valley?  There are currently 29 foreclosed, bank-owned (REO) homes for sale in Napa, of which 10 of came on the market in just the past week. Here are my Top 10 Napa foreclosed homes offered for sale as of October 21, 2011.  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com ) for more information and to schedule a viewing.   Type Bed/Bath Price Square Feet Notes Single family 4/3 $885,000 3,166 Back on market Single family 2/2 $879,000 1,524   Single family 3/1.5 $775,000 1,937   Single family 5/3 $645,000 2,469 Reduced from $680,000 Single family 3/2 $624,000 2,198   Single family 4/2.5 $575,000 3,103 New on market Single family 3/2.5 $522,800 2,077 Reduced from $536,200 Single family 4/2 $522,000 3,084   Single f... 10/21/2011

Have you been looking for a deal on a home near Napa or elsewhere in southern Napa Valley?  There are currently 28 foreclosed, bank-owned (REO) homes for sale in Napa, of which 10 of came on the market in just the past week.  In the previous week, there were 23 REO homes on the market with 3 new. Here are my Top 10 Napa foreclosed homes offered for sale as of October 14, 2011.  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com ) for more information and to schedule a viewing.   Type Bed/Bath Price Square Feet Notes Single family 2/2 $879,000 1,524   Single family 3/1.5 $775,000 1,937   Single family 5/3 $645,000 2,469 Reduced from $680,000 Single family 3/2 $624,000 2,198 New on market Single family 3/2.5 $522,800 2,077 Reduced from $536,200 Single family 4/2 $522,000 3,084   Single family 2/2 $4... 10/14/2011

Small multi-family properties are often the easiest and most cost-efficient way to get started as a residential property investor.  These properties typically have 2 to 4 units, providing the opportunity for the owner to live on-site or to rent every unit.  Many successful residential investors got their start buying small unit properties and trading up to consolidate equity and improve cash flow. Here are small unit multi-family properties currently offered for sale in Napa as of October 14, 2011.  See any you would like to take a look at?  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com) for more information and to schedule a viewing.   Type Price Unit Mix Notes 3 Units $719,000 3 x 2/1   3 Units $549,000 3 x 2/1   3 Units $480,000 1 x 3/1; 1 x 2/1; 1 x 1/1 Back on market 2 Units $299,900 1 x... 10/14/2011

Have you been looking for a deal on a home near Napa or elsewhere in southern Napa Valley?  There are currently 23 foreclosed, bank-owned (REO) homes for sale in Napa, with 3 of these coming on the market in just the past week.  Here are my Top 10 offered for sale as of October 8, 2011.  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com ) for more information and to schedule a viewing.   Type Bed/Bath Price Square Feet Notes Single family 2/2 $879,000 1,524   Single family 3/1.5 $775,000 1,937   Single family 5/3 $645,000 2,469 Reduced from $680,000 Single family 3/2 $624,000 2,198 New on market Single family 3/2.5 $536,200 2,077 Back on the market Single family 4/2 $522,000 3,084   Single family 2/2 $484,800 2,056 New on market Single family 4/3.5 $479,900 2,820   Single family 4/3 $434,500 2,29... 10/08/2011

Small multi-family properties are often the easiest and most cost-efficient way to get started as a residential property investor.  These properties typically have 2 to 4 units, providing the opportunity for the owner to live on-site or to rent every unit.  Many successful residential investors got their start buying small unit properties and trading up to consolidate equity and improve cash flow. Here are small unit multi-family properties currently offered for sale in Napa as of October 8, 2011.  See any you would like to take a look at?  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com) for more information and to schedule a viewing.   Type Price Unit Mix Notes 3 Units $719,000 3 x 2/1   3 Units $549,000 3 x 2/1   2 Units $325,000 1 x 2/1; 1 x 2/2 2 homes on 1 lot 2 Units $283,000 1 x 2/1; 1 ... 10/08/2011

Thinking of building a new home or vacation getaway in the Napa Valley?  It’s not all vineyards, wineries, tasting rooms and restaurants.  There are residential lots now on the market that may be perfect for your dream house. Here are residential lots and land for sale in some of Napa Valley’s premium locations as of October 1, 2011.  Drop me a line for more information. (john@jsrealproperty.com )     Please visit www.jsrealproperty.com and click on: ·         Wine Country MLSto search the local MLS for properties of all types   ·         RealtyTrac®to search for distressed properties, such as pre-foreclosures, bank-owned REO’s, auctions, and more   ·         1 Minute Housing Market Report for local, regional and national housing market information, plus tips on home financing, home imp... 10/01/2011

Have you been looking for a deal on a home near Napa or elsewhere in southern Napa Valley?  There are currently 26 foreclosed, bank-owned (REO) homes for sale in Napa, with 7 of these coming on the market in just the past week.  Here are my Top 10 offered for sale as of September 29, 2011.  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com ) for more information and then let’s take a look them this weekend!   Type Bed/Bath Price Square Feet Notes Single family 4/3 $885,000 3,166   Single family 2/2 $879,000 1,524   Single family 3/1.5 $775,000 1,937   Single family 5/3 $645,000 2,469 Reduced from $680,000 Single family 3/2 $624,000 2,198 New on market Single family 4/2 $522,000 3,084   Single family 4/3.5 $499,900 2,820 Reduced from $529,900 Single family 4/3 $459,900 2,297 Reduced from $474,900 ... 09/29/2011

Looking for a home in St. Helena or elsewhere in Napa Valley?  Sometimes foreclosed homes offer a reasonable price for a good property.  Here are foreclosed, bank-owned homes (REO) offered for sale in St. Helena as of September 28, 2011.  See any St. Helena homes you like?  Send me an email at john@jsrealproperty.com for more information, then let’s go take a look at them this weekend! Address Bed/Bath Price Sq. Feet Notes 2955 St. Helena Hwy 4/3.5.5 $2,950,000 7,395   31 Silverado Trail N 4/4.5 $1,468,300 3,533 Reduced from $1,490,600 90 Dahlia 4/3 $699,900 2,010     Note:  There are 89 homes for sale in St. Helena today, but only 3 foreclosed homes for sale. Search the local MLS - visit www.jsrealproperty.com and click on Wine Country MLS to search by price, features, location, and mo... 09/28/2011

Have you or someone you know suffered from cancer? We have created a new group for all the real estate professionals that have either had cancer, or have had someone close to them suffer from it.  Please join us and share with us your story, seek support, and find friends with other that have been in the same shoes as you!  Inspired by my mother-in-law Christine Lesti, I've created a group to give YOU a voice and bring awareness to others.  It's a great place to network! Thanks for joining!   Breanna Lesti Brealesti@windermere.com (707) 225-1225 You can join Breanna in the following Links: Join me on facebook! Join me on Linked-In! Join me on Twitter! 09/28/2011

Create your own Positive Affirmations for this beautiful Monday Morning   A great way to start your Monday is to start with a positive affirmation.  What is a positive affirmation?  They are positive thoughts that direct you towards a certain goal, or even help develop your goals.  Take a moment and recognize the mood you're in right now.  It's Monday (morning where I am), you're feeling sluggish and unmotivated.  Well stop. Look out the window, or at something in your office/house/where ever and choose to change your mood right now.  Grab a pen and paper, and write down something positive and personal.  The more personal, the more affective it will be.  Find your zen and cary that with you for the rest of the day.  Here is my positive affirmation for today just to help you get started:... 09/26/2011

Small multi-family properties are often the easiest and most cost-efficient way to get started as a residential property investor.  These properties typically have 2 to 4 units, providing the opportunity for the owner to live on-site or to rent every unit.  Many successful residential investors got their start buying small unit properties and trading up to consolidate equity and improve cash flow. Here are small unit multi-family properties currently offered for sale in Napa as of September 24, 2011.  See any you would like to take a look at?  Drop me a line (john@jsrealproperty.com) for more information and to schedule a viewing.   Type Price Unit Mix Notes 3 Units $719,000 3 x 2/1   3 Units $549,000 3 x 2/1   2 Units $300,000 2 x 2/1   2 Units $283,000 1 x 2/1; 1 x 1/1; other Unit 3 u... 09/24/2011

NAPA REAL ESTATE STATISITCS FOR AUGUST 2011 NAPA real estate seems to be holding its own this month.  There were a total of 88 sales of single family homes in NAPA.  The good news for NAPA real estate is in the fact that the average listing price was $510,046, but the sales price was $483,357.  This means that property was selling for 94% of their list price.    If you are thinking of selling your NAPA home, please contact me so we can determine what the best price to list your home for to get it sold in the fastest time, at the best price with the less stress. Street Full Address Selling Price 3183 Tiffany Ln Napa, CA 94558 664,000 51 Winedale Ln Napa, CA 94558 455,000 1185 Green Valley Rd Napa, CA 94558 1,175,000 2515 Redwood Rd Napa, CA 94558 261,000 1403 Thompson Ave Napa, CA 94558 ... 09/20/2011

How many agents out there have worked night and day, blood sweat and tears, just to initiate a short sale, and then to find out at the 11th hour that the bank has denied it?  Let me tell you a quick side story to explain my frusteration... Personal friend asks us to do her short sale.  We initiated the process with a 1st and a 2nd, both the SAME bank.  2nd wanted $12,000.  After 3 months of trying to come up with the money (which we finally did) we come to find out the 1st will not let us give the 2nd the amount they wanted for the payoff.  What the heck?  THEY'RE THE SAME BANK.  We've been working on the file for a good solid 8 months.  Anyway back to my original point....   As agents, we put in advertising costs, many many work hours, emotion, creativity, and energy.  Short sales are ... 09/14/2011

Napa Valley's Riverfront Building was completed in 2009, just two short years ago.  This is a mixtures shops and restaurants on the 1st floor, and condos on the 2nd and 3rd floors.  Our office is right on the corner across the street, so this is my daily view from the office.  The Lesti Team has now referred a few of the residences over there, and we have a lot of informations on the condo's if needed.  You can also visit the website: http://www.riverfrontresidences.com/ for more information.                       It is the home of Morimoto's a restaurant owned by Morimoto himself (from Foodnetwork's Iron Chef).  You can get around the prices by going to their lunchbox special at lunch time.  It's $25 and includes your choice of an ontray, tempura veggies in a blue cheese sauce, sushi, ... 09/14/2011

~ Remembering 9/11 on the Napa River  ~   09/11/2011

Napa Valley – the world famous land of panoramic views, fine wine, five star restaurants, and a vibrant sense of community.  For those looking for a new home, weekend getaway, or rental property, the Valley can be expensive.  Foreclosure and auction homes provide the opportunity to pick up property at reasonable prices. Please use my RealtyTrac® distressed property search tool to find foreclosure, auction, and other properties for sale anywhere in Napa Valley or throughout California. Just click on this link:  http://www.jsrealproperty.com/distressedproperties.html When you find a property that interests you, click on the icon to request detailed information by email about that property or to request a viewing. If you’re looking for a home with at least three bedrooms and two baths, her... 09/11/2011