Paradise & Magalia CA Market Report for the week of November 9, 2010 11/09/2010

You Can Sell Your Paradise House Fast In A Down Real Estate Market When it is time to sell your Paradise house fast, you must take several factors into consideration and get your house ready for sale. Here are a few tips that will help you get a buyer for your Paradise house even in a bad economy. 1) Price Price is the number one factor that determines whether you sell your house or not. Houses priced lower than similar houses in the neighborhood will sell faster. Avoid being emotionally attached when pricing your house for the market. It is not important how much you paid for it when you bought it. What matters is how it compares with similar houses in your Paradise neighborhood. If your mortgage balance is low enough to allow you to sell it lower, then you will sell faster. Paradise ... 11/08/2010

Here's help to fix your credit   The recession may have damaged your credit, even if you thought you were doing everything right. According to Kimberley Lankford, author of "Rescue Your Financial Life" (McGraw-Hill) and "The Insurance Maze" (Kaplan), in a March 6, 2010 piece for WashingtonPost.com, "credit card companies have been lowering credit limits and closing accounts in an attempt to minimize their risk -- 13 percent of people surveyed in January 2010 by Credit.com said their card company had lowered their credit limit over the past few months, and 11 percent said a card company closed their account." But regardless of what might have happened to you, you can improve your credit rating by doing a few simple things: - Check your credit reports from all three credit bureaus, Equifa... 11/04/2010

Just a Reminder to Fall Back this weekend On Sunday, November 7, 2010 at 2 a.m., Daylight Saving Time begins in the United States. Every Spring we move our clocks one hour ahead and "lose" an hour during the night and each Fall we move our clocks back one hour and "gain" an extra hour. But Daylight Saving Time (and not Daylight Savings Time with an "s") wasn't just created to confuse our schedules. The phrase "Spring forward, Fall back" helps people remember how Daylight Saving Time affects their clocks. At 2 a.m. on the second Sunday in March, we set our clocks forward one hour ahead of Standard Time ("Spring forward"). We "Fall back" at 2 a.m. on the first Sunday in November by setting our clock back one hour and thus returning to Standard Time. Have a great day! 11/02/2010

  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 to get a mortgage t... 10/28/2010

Paradise CA Homes For Sale - Market Report $300k -800K- October 2010 - Paradise Real Estate           Paradise CA Real Estate- Market Report ,  Year To Date Homes Sold -$300,000 - $800,000   Homes Sold: 39 Days On Market: 121  (median DOM) Price: $352,000 (median selling)             Sellers Note: Days on the market for homes sold, year to dates 2010, ranged from 13 to 1342.  These sales results indicate the present market places a high value on accurate pricing  to procure a speedy sale.  If you are considering selling your Paradise Real Estate  contact us for a FREE property valuation.           Paradise CA Homes For Sale - 33 Active Listings - $300- $800K - October 15, 2010         Paradise CA Homes For Sale - Active Listings $300-$800K - October 15, 2010   Buyers seeking personalize... 10/18/2010

Paradise & Magalia CA Market Report for the week of October 12, 2010 10/12/2010

Weekly Paradise & Magalia CA Market Report 09/29/2010

Real Estate for Today’s Magalia and Paradise California Home Sellers and Home Buyers Finding Your Ideal Magalia or Paradise Home As the old saying goes, real estate is all about location, location, location. But, there is a lot more to it than just plain geography when it comes to finding your perfect home. There are a lot of things to consider during the search because, for most, a home is the most significant purchase they will ever make. Choose A Good Magalia or Paradise Area When searching for your perfect home, the obvious place to start is with the selection of a location. If you have children, you may want to choose a home that is close to good schools and is also located in a family-oriented neighborhood. Many people also look for a home that offers a short commute to and from w... 09/22/2010

How to Avoid a Paradise CA Foreclosure Contact the Lender Absolutely the first step to avoid a Paradise CA foreclosure is to contact the lender and let them know your situation. In many cases, they can work with you to temporarily modify payment terms until your situation is resolved. Never, ever ignore late notices, letters or calls from your lender. They would much prefer to work together with you to resolve the situation, but will not hesitate to begin foreclosure proceedings if it appears that you are unwilling to work with them to avoid your Paradise foreclosure. Redo Your Mortgage If you're still current on your payments, or not too far behind, refinancing may be a viable option for you. Refinancing your Paradise home will pay off your current mortgage and in many cases lower you... 09/14/2010

Paradise CA Homes For Sale, Top Rated #10 Best Place to Retire, Paradise Real Estate   If you are seeking your piece of paradise you might consider  Paradise CA was voted #10 out of the top 20 best retirement values. With it's plentiful tall evergreen trees the area provides just a hint of an alpine influence providing pleasant respite from the Valley's warm summers. The initial impression is of a quaint community. As you travel the town's numerous tree lined streets that initial impression slowly gives way to the presence of a town rich in culture, medical services and shopping opportunities. Visitors will be slow to realize the community supports approximately 27,000 residents.   Visitors or perspective Buyers familiar with Lake Tahoe will sense the similarities but the area does not ... 09/13/2010

Paradise CA Real Estate - Market Report-September 12,2010 - Paradise CA Homes For Sale   Homes priced right for today's market are being sold across all price ranges in the Paradise CA Real Estate market.      Photo: Butte Canyon from Skyway   Paradise CA Real Estate MLS Market Report ACTIVE Listings -157 Single Family Homes ACTIVE Price Range - $37,500 - $799,000.00 SOLD August, 2010,  - 34 Homes CDOM Average Days On Market - 81 Days ( 1 - 788 day exception)     September 2010 SFR Active Listing Status  August 2010 SFR Sold Status   Buyers and Sellers Seeking Transaction Assistance With Paradise CA Real Estate Contact: Phone: 530-370-1818                     Email:steve@chainrealestate.net   SEARCH PARADISE CA REAL ESTATE                     SEARCH PARADISE CA INFORMATION   Source: Cal... 09/12/2010

Nine Ways to Enhance a Home's Curb Appeal By Josh Garskof Just as every mother believes her son is a handsome devil, we homeowners tend to see the best in our houses—or at least we become comfortably familiar with the way they look. But let's face it, to the objective eye, not every man is George Clooney and not every house is a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. There are a lot of drab, even downright gloomy facades out there - especially among homes built after World War II, when many builders abandoned traditional architectural styling to streamline costs and mass-produce housing. Thankfully, the cosmetic surgery required to put a beautiful face on your home won't hurt a bit. It doesn't even require a big-ticket construction job. "Creating curb appeal isn't about trying to transform the... 09/08/2010

Paradise CA Real Estate -Cal Green Building - Speaking Of Window Energy Efficiency - Paradise CA Homes It has been said that a  home loses 25% of it's heat through the windows. Windows should be viewed as a package really. That package is made of: The glazing; glass- including the coatings, gas and dual glazed spacer materials The frame; commonly - including wood, vinyl, aluminum or combinations of these materials The installation; vapor barrier,  sealers and caulks You have probably heard for sometime about the merits of Low-E glass coatings.  In California you will find most Low-E glass units manufactured with one single outer layer of glass with the coating.  This is to provide the greatest protection from heat and solar gain. Low E is also known for it's protection from UV, radiatio... 09/03/2010

Magalia and Paradise CA Market Report for the week of August 24, 2010 08/25/2010

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  Paradise Unified School District Enrollment and Registration | Paradise Elementary & Intermediate Schools | Paradise High Schools | Paradise Charter Schools Fall Registration 2010 6696 Clark Road Paradise, CA 95969 Phone: (530) 872-6400 Paradise School Calendars Paradise School Forms Paradise Staff Directory Questions? 2010-2011 Beginning of School Information for Paradise High School     New high school students should go to the Guidance Office at Paradise High School as soon as possi­ble to allow time to request a transfer of records and complete registra­tion materials. New students will be regis­tered for classes on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 as follows:                       10:00 a.m.           Grades 11 and 12                       12:00 p.m.           Grades 9 and 10 New student... 08/07/2010

Make Mortgage Lenders Compete For Your Money   Selecting a mortgage for your home could be the most important financial decision you will make.  It’s an obligation you assume for many years and a small difference in any part of the negotiations can make a big difference in your monthly payments.   Mortgage lenders want your business so don’t be afraid to negotiate.  Do your homework and let them know you’re shopping around for the best deal.  The more you know the better position you’re in to bargain.    It’s your money and worth the effort.  Rarely are rates and terms engraved in stone in the negotiating stage.  Even a quarter point better interest rate obtained can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in the long term.   Start by obtaining your credit reports and check them ... 08/04/2010

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