Paradise Area Real Estate Values: No Kidding Around! Whenever you hear that a neighbor’s house is on the market, the same question flashes through nearly every homeowner’s mind: how much are they asking? That’s because of the nature of residential markets: our own homes’ real estate values (in fact, all Paradise real estate values) are connected with one another, and that asking price is an estimate of the current state of affairs. It has to be reasonable in order to attract the attention of serious buyers — but if it’s too reasonable, on closing day the seller will walk away with a lighter bank account than necessary. Real estate values in Paradise and Magalia are determined in large part by what other similar homes have recently sold for. These comparable sales show what a real world ... 01/03/2014

14873 Klamath Court, Magalia, CA   95954 Listing Details Beautiful property nestled in the tranquil pines.   14873 Klamath Court, Magalia, CA  95954 Price: $259,900. MLS number: CH13211133 Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2400   Call Jan Broker Associate at 530-680-6503 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. You will love the tranquil setting! Beautiful property nestled in the tranquil pines. Immaculate home w/all the "bells and whistles" located at the end of a culdesac. Enter the front door to a light and bright open floor plan with high ceilings, impressive stone fireplace and skylights. Tasteful laminate flooring includes Harmonics-Harvest Oak in the office and master closet and Adura Luxury Floors-Yunan in the Guest and master bathroom. Roomy kitchen ... 12/18/2013

The Home Remodels That Will Most Increase Your Selling Price So you are ready to sell, but you know that there are a few things in the home that could stand some updating in order to increase your selling price.  Your remodel budget is limited, and you are wondering where to spend it.  The good news is that there are some solid answers.  But there are certain remodeling jobs that can increase your selling price more than others. Whether you are getting ready to sell or simply want to remodel now for the best value when you do sell later, these are the remodels that give you the best return on investment. The Kitchen Remodeling the kitchen is one of the most important things you can do in your home, especially if the kitchen is dated.  It is often one of the first rooms a potential buyer... 08/27/2012

Paradise CA Real Estate Market Update | Magalia | 2012 Community Real Estate Market Report for 2012 | Paradise CA | Magalia CA Paradise CA Golf Course Communities What’s not to fall in love with when visiting the Paradise community in Butte County? The custom built homes within the community offer a vast selection of architecture and style with Pine Trees and gorgeous landscaping on larger lot sizes. The winding roads with Oak trees and picket fences beckon you into this lovely community as well. You’ll enjoy a true community feel within Paradise with many offerings for singles, families and retirees alike! Paradise is a must-see when you tour Butte County – select from gorgeous homes for sale in Paradise Butte County. Drive time to major cities or shopping hubs Paradise & Magalia are a... 03/09/2012

A Single Woman's Guide To Home Ownership The traditional view of home ownership usually includes a married couple, but times have changed, and more and more single women are entering the housing market. In fact, almost twice as many single women are purchasing homes than single men, and almost one in five homes purchased today are purchased by single women. So why are single women making up such a large part of the housing market, and what are the special considerations single women should make when purchasing a home? What Women Want! The demographics of single women buying homes are quite diverse. From young professional women in their 20s to divorced mothers in their 40s, there are really no typical single women making home purchases, and their needs are just as diverse. Overall, howe... 01/19/2012

Why buy high and sell low? Avoid rent increases. I think you’d probably agree that the worst investing advice in the world is: Buy high, sell low. That’s the very definition of losing money on an investment, right? So let me ask you: Why would you wait for the housing market to improve before buying a house? I understand there’s a lot of uncertainty out there. Job security is questionable, unemployment is high, and you’re not sure what it takes to get pre-approved for a home loan. It’s scary. But here’s the thing: Letting fear dictate your financial strategy for the future is a guaranteed way to pay too much for a house in the years to come.  Put fear aside for just a moment. Here are some facts: - Interest rates are at or close to historic lows  - Prices for homes have plunged to the l... 01/12/2012

Paradise Skypark CA92 is a unique part of California's real estate market including approximately 30 other communities that are designed for residents that are passionate about aviation. The airport is privately owned providing hangars, tiedowns and limited services for tenants. The airport is home to an active flying club known as, " The Birds Of Paradise" hosting weekly fly ins and fly outs to local airports. CA92 Paradise Skypark is located in the community of Paradise, CA. The Town of Paradise was voted one of the top 10 places to retire. Those familiar with the Lake Tahoe area will recognize the alpine feel of the area, but will enjoy the milder winter weather. The region abounds with recreational and cultural opportunities. The California North State provides several opportunitie... 01/07/2012

Paradise, California - 5 Tips to Save Money for First-Time Home Buyers Those who missed taking advantage of the first-time buyer tax credit but who are still planning the purchase of their first home, continue to have a wealth of opportunities in today’s marketplace. A few smart steps can save first-time buyers thousands of dollars. Here is a look at some of the ways how: 1. Don’t buy if you don’t plan to stay If you can’t commit to remaining in one place for at least a few years, then owning is probably not for you, at least not yet. With the transaction costs of buying and selling a home, you may end up losing money if you sell any sooner – even in a rising market. When prices are falling, it’s an even worse proposition. 2. Start by shoring up your credit Since you probably will need ... 11/28/2011

The Benefits Of Paradise Home Ownership The decision to purchase a Paradise home is exciting and a major investment for your future. Because there is only so much of it to go around, real estate is the top choice for many investors and the desire for most families. This article is designed to highlight some of the many benefits of home ownership and how buying a home can often turn the American Dream into a reality. One of the most profitable markets in real estate is rentals, which means that many families are paying to live in a home that isn't their own. In some cases, renting a home is necessary. For all others, the money that would be spent on rent could instead be used to pay a mortgage. In fact, monthly rent payments often exceed that of a typical mortgage payment. One of the gr... 10/27/2011

Real Estate for Today’s Paradise California Investment Sellers and Investment Buyers Are you looking for alternative investment options to the stock market? Many experienced investors are turning to the real estate market to generate current cash flow, short term capital gains, and the generation of long term wealth. Real estate is an important component in any investor's overall investment portfolio. In fact, real estate is often included within many investors' mutual funds or real estate investment trusts, because of its ability to react in a different fashion to market conditions than traditional investments often do. Now is one of the best buying opportunities for Paradise real estate investors seeking to purchase physical properties as investments, as the prices have dropped signi... 10/19/2011

Top Ten Home Showing Tips Showing your home is essential in the real estate business. After all, who would purchase a property sight unseen? When a potential buyer stops in, here are ten recommended tips to follow when showing your home: Tip # 1: Welcome Your Buyers If you are still living in the home while it's being shown, graciously greet your potential home buyers and invite them to look around. Make sure that you instruct them to take their time and to ask any questions that they may have. It may be a good idea if you leave the home for a short time to allow the buyer to look without feeling restricted by your presence. A potential buyer is less likely to voice any concerns in front of the current homeowner, which is why it's better to leave your buyers with the REALTOR® and announ... 10/10/2011

Weekly Market Report for Paradise and Magalia California Real Estate for Today’s Magalia and Paradise California Home Sellers and Home Buyers For more information, you can visit my Web site or feel free to give me a call. Tammy Vertrees, Paradise California Realtor   Technorati Tags: Magalia Market Report,Market Update,Paradise Market Report,Weekly Market Report   10/06/2011

Getting Your Paradise Home Ready to Sell You would never dream of inviting guests to your house without making certain preparations, so don't invite potential buyers without first making the necessary updates by preparing your Paradise home to sell. If you are like most sellers, you want to get as much as possible for your home and you want to do it as quickly as possible. Letting Go After you've lived in a house, it becomes much more than four walls and a ceiling. It's a home and it has a lot of good memories. Your first step to preparing your home to sell is to realize that you will take these memories with you wherever you go, but you won't be taking the house. It can be difficult to let go, but the task will be much easier if you start to think of it as a new beginning rather than a... 10/03/2011

Every so often you have to replace your kitchen, or at least update so it looks fresh and up to date. That's the way it is, and it isn't something that you can put off, especially once the kitchen doors start to look a bit tatty and you see them looking back at you every time you walk in the place. If you've got the budget to put in a whole new kitchen every few years, great, but not everybody can afford to do that and many turn to alternative ways of keeping it looking good. One of the simplest and most cost effective ways to freshen up a tired looking kitchen is to replace the doors on your cupboards and other units. You don't need to touch the units themselves, especially as the chances are that they will be still be perfectly serviceable and even if they are looking a bit battered ... 09/22/2011

Weekly Market Report for Paradise and Magalia CaliforniaReal Estate for Today’s Magalia and Paradise California Home Sellers and Home Buyers 09/01/2011

5 Inexpensive Home Updates to Complete before Listing Your Home August 2011—There is no perfect formula for selling your home efficiently, but by following these five tips prior to listing you can increase your chances to close quickly at a higher price. 1.) Update your old garage door(s). Garage doors seem like a non-issue, but many times they make up a significant percentage of the front of a home. Because of this, they are one of the first things that buyers notice when they pull in the drive way. Replacing, or even just painting, these central fixtures will do wonders when it comes to instantly impressing perspective buyers and standing apart from your competition. The market has changed drastically since many of us purchased our homes here in town. I frequently hear buyers say that... 08/24/2011

Real Estate for Today’s Magalia and Paradise California Home Sellers and Home Buyers   Making Your Paradise CA Home Appealing On A Budget   With the uncertainty of the economy, many people are looking for ways to cut back. When it comes to selling their Paradise home, homeowners often don't want to put much money into getting it ready for the sale. While that's certainly understandable, properly preparing a home before listing it goes a long way to helping attract serious buyers and offers. It's not that you have to upgrade or completely renovate a room in order to make your home more marketable. Polishing up and tiding up a few key areas can have a remarkable impact. With that in mind, you don't have to spend a fortune to do this. In fact, you can make your home appealing even on a bud... 07/06/2011

Weekly Market Report for Paradise and Magalia CaliforniaReal Estate for Today’s Magalia and Paradise California Home Sellers and Home Buyers   06/22/2011

Real Estate for Today’s Magalia and Paradise California Home Sellers and Home Buyers Five Keys To Successful Negotiations Whether you're a buyer or a seller you want to succeed in the realty marketplace. That's natural and reasonable, but what are the steps you need to triumph? Negotiations are a complex matter and all transactions are unique. Both sides -- buyer and seller -- want to feel that the outcome favors them, or at least represents a fair balance of interests. In the usual case there is a bit of bluff, some give-and-take, and neither party gets everything they want. So how do you develop a strong bargaining position, one which will help you get the most from a transaction? Experience shows there are five basic keys which will determine who wins at the negotiating table. 1. Wha... 05/11/2011

Real Estate for Today’s Magalia and Paradise California Home Sellers and Home Buyers Choosing The Best Paradise California Home After weeks of searching for your next home, you now have it narrowed down to two great options. One offers a shorter commute, but the other offers more square footage for your growing family. How can you make the best choice? There are several strategies you can employ in your decision making process. Above all, be confident in your decision making abilities. "The fear of making serious decisions is a new kind of fear, called decidophobia," proclaimed by Walter Kaufmann at Princeton University in 1973. Worry and procrastination do nothing to aid the process, so buyers, be confident that you will make a sound choice. Pro/Con list: In this case, you are deciding... 05/03/2011