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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
  Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 916 Nartatez Ct 3/30/12 1845 sq. ft. 3 bed / 2 bath Short Sale $220,000 821 Rimes Ct 1/25/12 1845 sq. ft. 3 bed / 2 bath Foreclosure $227,500 1038 Granada St 3/36/12 1731 sq. ft. 3 bed / 2 bath Foreclosure $230,000 940 Burgundy Ct 2/29/12 1702 sq. ft. 3 bed /  3bath Short Sale $245,000 1707 Adler Ct 2/10/12 2000 sq.ft. 3 bed / 3 bath Foreclosure $250,000 921 Provance Ave 1/24/12 2351 sq. ft. 4 bed / 4 bath Short Sale $260,000 924 Nartatez Ct 2/24/12 2197 sq. ft. 4 bed / 3 bath Foreclosure $261,900 905 Nartatez Ct 1/11/12 2526 sq. ft. 5 bed / 3 bath Resale $308,000   Pacific Crest Estates homes were built between 2005-2007. Pacific Crest is conveniently located in south west Santa Maria and is a short 20 minute drive to the main gate of Van...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Preisker Gardens Homes -- Gated Community in Santa Maria CA --  Real Estate Market UpdatePreisker Gardens is a gated community located in northwest Santa Maria. This community borders Preisker Park and is walking distance to the Santa Maria Riverbed walking trail. These homes were built in the mid to late 1980’s. The development is surrounded by other popular developments like the gated Hidden Pines and Regency Estates communities and  Cherry Blossom Ranch.  Preisker Gardens offers convenient access to Highway 101 and is close to hotels, newly built shopping centers, banks and restaurants. Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 339 Channel Dr 7/27/11 1137 3 bed / 2 bath Auction $123,900 2217 Chestnut 9/9/11 1402 3 bed / 2 bath REO $160,000 2226 Chestnut Lane 7/12/11 1122 2 bed / ...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Are FSBOs for the Dogs?This has been an interesting week. We just got a new puppy, Etta. Someone found her behind a commercial building and we decided to try to help find her a new home. Personally, I hate the dog pound and shelters and would never dream of handing over this adorable dog to them. The bureaucracy and high fees, the holier than thou attitude, the policies about who should or shouldn’t have a pet, and their overall stranglehold on the pooch market I find distasteful. Boy do I have my reasons! And right now in Santa Maria, there are too many chihuahuas in shelters anyway (we speculate that Etta is a Chiweenie), so I decided I would try to find her a new home myself. Hell I market houses in a down economy, I can for sure market a puppy, right?!I started with the people I kno...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
The Traditions at Bradley Square homes in southeast Santa Maria were built from 2003 – 2006, and are surrounded by newer shopping in the Bradley Square area, as well as other newer home developments. TheTraditions at Bradley Square offer six floorplans, 3 two story models and 3 one story models. The floorplans begin at around 1800 square feet and end around 3000 square feet. These homes are within walking distance to shopping centers which include popular new restaurants such as Panera Bread, Starbucks, Natural Cafe, and Yanagi Sushi. Also close are Albertsons, Food Maxx, Wal-Mart and Home Depot. The Traditionsdevelopment is at the center of some of the best new shopping in Santa Maria. The Homeowners Association has a relatively low association fee under $200 per year, and the communit...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
The newly gated community of La Ventana is located in northeast Santa Maria near the recently built Pioneer Valley High School.  The La Ventana community has a lot to offer: a beautiful community clubhouse and pool, generous floor plans, gorgeous luxury townhomes, and a convenient location near the revitalized Marian Medical Center complex.  When entering the La Ventana community, the exterior style of the homes stands out among Santa Maria neighborhoods and the pride of ownership shows through. Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 204 Gatewood Way 1/3/12 3226 sq. ft. 5 bed / 4 bath Short Sale $370,000   If you are considering selling your La Ventana Home and you would like a comparative market analysis, feel free to contact my office at (805) 938-9950 and set up an appointmen...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
The Classics at Bradley Square homes in southeast Santa Maria were built from approximately 2003 – 2006, and are surrounded by shopping in the Bradley Square area.   Home Depot, Petsmart, Best Buy, TJ Maxx, and Wal Mart are all a stone’s throw away.  These homes are also within walking distance to banks and restaurants.  The Bradley Square Homeowner’s Association has a relatively low association fee under $200 per year, and the community is also host to a new fire station, Robin Ventura Field, and the award winning Rotary Centennial Park. The Bradley Square area is truly a great place to live on the Central Coast of California. Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 1016 Hartley Pl 1/23/12 1828 sq. ft. 3 bed / 2 bath Short Sale $252,000 1010 Hartley Pl 3/2/12 1657 sq. ft. 3 bed ...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 1273 Cyndie Ln 12/30/11 4 bed / 3 bath 2872 sq. ft. Resale $590,000 4533 Kris Drive 12/10/09 4 bed / 2.5 ba 3229 sq. ft. Resale $620,000 4413 Kris Drive 11/29/10 4 bed / 3 bath 3260 sq. ft. Resale $690,000 4342 Kris Drive 03/05/10 5 bed / 4 bath 6000 sq.ft. Resale $875,000 Looking for luxury living?  Lorraine Estates is an upscale and highly desirable neighborhood in the Orcutt area. These homes were built in the1990’s and most have well over 2500 sq. ft. of living space and lot sizes that are a third of an acre or larger.  Lorraine Estates offers low quarterly association dues, quick access to all the new amenities in the revitalized Old Orcutt area, and it is also just a short 15 – 20 drive to Vandenberg AFB.  Nearby communities include F...
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By Regina P. Brown, M.B.A., Broker, Instructor
(MBA Broker Consultants)
We’re going to review some of the common mistakes that first-time buyers make, and we’re going to show you how they can ruin your opportunity to buy your first home. How to avoid those types of blunders? You'll find out in our HousePro Academy online course, Home Buying 101. MISTAKE #3:  Not Ordering a Home Building/ Structural Inspection Another mistake made by home buyers is failing to get a home inspection. Sometimes they get so excited and happy to get their first house, they think that skipping a home inspection will help them close escrow and get into their house sooner. Other buyers are on a tight budget, and they think they can’t afford to spend $300 or $400 so they try to save money by skipping the home inspection. Unfortunately, buyers who do NOT order a home inspection are ma...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 2455 Bicknell Ave. 1/31/12 1540 3 bed / 2 bath Resale $225,000 2459 Juleston Dr 9/14/11 2212 4 bed / 2 bath Short Sale $230,000 2418 Bentley Ave 07/13/11 1970 4 bed / 3 bath Short Sale $230,000 2403 Juleston Dr. 10/14/11 1699 4 bed / 2 bath Foreclosure $236,000 2451 Bicknell Ave. 10/18/11 1900 4 bed / 3bath Resale $238,000 2452 Darbeton Ave. 02/07/12 2350 4 bed / 2 bath Short Sale $240,000 2407 Darbeton Ave 05/03/11 1699 4 bed / 2 bath Short Sale $251,000 2406 Schuman Pl 05/31/11 1900 3 bed / 2 bath Foreclosure $260,000 2406 Divide Way 03/02/12 2439 4 bed / 2.5ba Resale $263,900 2449 Baldwin Way 08/12/11 2626 4 bed / 3 bath Resale $272,000 2427 Juleston Dr 08/09/11 2626 4 bed / 3 bath Short Sale $275,180 Essex at Willow Creek is an appealin...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 625 Stemwood Dr. 11/4/11 1516 3 bed / 2bath REO $205,000 2217 Mon Chere Ln 1/4/12 1745 3bed / 2.5 ba REO $210,000 701 Jubilee Ct. 4/22/11 1768 3 bed / 3 bath REO $230,000 725 Ranier Way 3/31/11 1745 3 bed / 3 bath Short Sale $240,000 702 Cordial Ct. 8/31/11 1745 3 bed / 3 bath REO $245,000 Cherry Blossom Ranch is great community located in northwest Santa Maria. This community is walking distance to Preisker Park, the Santa Maria Riverbed trail, and Tommie Kunst Junior High School. These homes were built approximately 10 years ago and although it is well kept, there is no home owner’s association or monthly fees. The development is surrounded by other popular developments like Essex at Willow Creek, Newcastle at Willow Creek, Hidden Pines, ...
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By Regina P. Brown, M.B.A., Broker, Instructor
(MBA Broker Consultants)
Since we've been participating in monthly MasterMind group sessions, I've been blessed to meet a lot of great folks like Karyn Greenstreet.  My friend and business associate Karyn recently sent me some great tips, which were so AWESOME that I just had to share with you, my fellow bloggers here on AR! When people search for you on Google, does your site show up on page 1 -- or on page 20 -- of the search engine results? Since 84% of internet traffic goes through search engines, being ranked highly by search engines will send you a huge number of prospective customers. Are search engines sending you enough traffic to build your business? For instance, for the phrase "mastermind group" (which I rank #1), Google sends me 23,000 visitors per year. For the phrase "small business coach" (which...
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By Regina P. Brown, M.B.A., Broker, Instructor
(MBA Broker Consultants)
Lynn Friedman called me this morning to ask for my email address, and I gave her rpbrown@realtor.com.  I guess the realtor.com email address was impressive, because she asked how I got it that email. I got my Realtor.com email forwarding address many years ago, and I use it for marketing materials and online postings.  I don't want to put my "real" email address online or in marketing materials because I get way too much spam already! I told Lynn that she could get a realtor.com email address also and it's very simple.  I told her I would post instructions here on AR for her and our fellow colleagues. It's great because once you give your email address, EVERYONE instantly knows what career you have!  There's no guessing because the domain name speaks for itself. ALERT:  Did you know tha...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Newcastle at Willow Creek in Santa Maria - 2011 Market UpdateNewcastle at Willow Creek is great little community located in northwest Santa Maria. These homes were built in the early 2000's and feature tile roofs, open floorplans, and spacious master suites.  This community is walking distance to Preisker Park, Tommy Kunst Junior High School, and the Santa Maria riverbed walking trail. Newcastle homes were built approximately 9 years ago. The development is surrounded by other popular developments, Cherry Blossom Ranch, Essex at Willow Creek, and the gated communities of Hidden Pines and Regency Estates. Newcastle at Willow Creek offers convenient access to Highway 101 and is close to shopping, banks and restaurants. Address Date Size Detail Sale Type Sold Price 2311 Signal Ave 08/30/11...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Who Put the Shame in Short Sale?Even though the “Lesser Depression” is in full swing and the Housing Bust is old news, I still occasionally run into the sentiment that short sales are shameful. Why? Is this a case of middle class morality run amok?  As a Santa Maria short sale agent, I’ve consulted with many underwater home owners who believe they can "afford" to keep paying their bloated mortgages. However, paying a 2005 mortgage on 2011 wages is tricky indeed. And, when you sit down and review financials, you often discover people are amassing credit card debt on a monthly basis, not able to save for retirement, and have years of deferred maintenance on their home. Some would prefer to go on in this fashion until they reach the door of a bankruptcy attorney. As nonsensical as it sound...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Large Spanish Style Newer Home in Pacific Crest Estates in Santa Maria CA. Great Price & Close to Vandenberg AFB. Overview Maps Photos Description IDX Search $250,000 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 2,319 sqftLot: 5,227 sqft Location 928 W. ProvanceSanta Maria, CA 93458USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Tni LeBlanc, DRE# 01871795 Mint Properties(805) 9389950tni@mintprop.comhttp://www.MintProperties.net   Listed by: Mint Properties Our recent listings Large Spanish Style Newer Home in Pacific Crest Estates in Santa Maria CA. Great Price & Close to Vandenberg AFB.Beautiful Carriage District Home with Bonus Sunroom!New Price! Large Popular Floor Plan in Pacific Crest Estat...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Essex at Willow Creek in Santa Maria - 2011 Market UpdateEssex at Willow Creek is great affordable community located in northwest Santa Maria. This community borders the Santa Maria Riverbed walking trail and is walking distance to Preisker Park. These homes were built approximately 8 years ago. Floorplans are open and offer vaulted ceilings, master suites with soaking tubs, separate showers, and walk in closets.  Kitchens are spacious with lots of storage and all the modern conveniences.  The lot sizes in Essex offer good sized backyards perfect for patios and grilling and pets. Homes in Essex at Willow Creek range in size from 1500 - 2700 square feet.  Most floorplans in Essex are one story and there is one two story plan which offers an oversized Master that will certainly impress.  ...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Cherry Blossom Ranch in Santa Maria - 2011 Market UpdateCherry Blossom Ranch is great little community located in northwest Santa Maria. This community is walking distance to Preisker Park and the Santa Maria Riverbed walking and biking trails. Cherry Blossom Ranch is also close to the recently built Tommie Kunst Junior High School. These homes were built approximately 10 years ago. Cherry Blossom Ranch offers convenient access to Highway 101 and is close to shopping, banks and restaurants.  There is no homeowner's association in Cherry Blossom Ranch, but there is is still a remarkable and noticeable pride of ownership.  Homes range in size from 1200 - 2100 square feet in size. The development is surrounded by other popular developments like Essex at Willow Creek, Newcastle at Willow Cr...
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By Regina P. Brown, M.B.A., Broker, Instructor
(MBA Broker Consultants)
What do you want from God?  Life?  health?  a job?  mortgage paid?  car fixed?  children to behave?  husband to treat you better?  wife to stop complaining?  When tragedy happens, we are down on our knees praying.  We're closest to God when we NEED him. Maybe that's why we go through trials, to keep us close to Him? Otherwise we get complacent. Often we use God as a "window shade", we pull him down when we need Him, and then roll Him back up and forget about him when life's going okay. It's our typical American ENTITLEMENT mindset.  Somehow, we are "owed" something.  We "deserve" it, if you listen to the TV commercials.  Our selfish ego takes over...  It's all about ME, Me, me. So, what DOES God owe you?  And me? Life is not promised.  It's a gift.  And we should be grateful for every m...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
Come see this Unique & Elegant Renaissance at Westgate Ranch Santa Maria CA home for sale Overview Maps Photos Features Description VAFB Video Neighborhood IDX Search $329,000 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 2076 sqftLot: 0.20 acre(s) Location 1431 Sonya LaneSanta Maria, CA 93458USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Tni LeBlanc, DRE# 01871795 Mint Properties(805) 9389950tni@mintprop.comhttp://www.MintProperties.net        Listed by: Mint Properties Our recent listings Come see this Unique & Elegant Renaissance at Westgate Ranch Santa Maria CA home for saleUpgraded Home in Gated Renaissance Community in Inglewood CA - Hardwood Floors, Stainless Steel Appliances, Custom Office & Flagstone Pat...
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By Tni LeBlanc, Realtor®, J.D., Tenacious Tni (805) 878-9879
(Mint Properties, Lic. #01871795)
  Santa Maria Home Sales -  2011 Mid Year Real Estate Market Review     Santa Maria CA Jan - Jun 2010 Jan - Jun 2011 Homes Sold 287 261 Average Sales Price $216,867 $219,626 Days on Market 70 86 $ per Square Foot $143 $133 Foreclosures 116 110 Short Sales 85 76 If you are considering selling your Santa Maria CA home and you would like a comparative market analysis, feel free to contact my office at (805) 938-9950 and set up an appointment.  I specialize in short sales and distress sales.  If you are interested in buying a home in Santa Maria CA, I will be happy to assist you and provide a list of available homes in Santa Maria CA and the surrounding area.Tni LeBlanc is an independent Real Estate Broker, Attorney, Short Sale Agent, Certified HAFA Specialist (CHS), and Certified Distresse...
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