Hello  Friends, Neighbors and fellow Vallejoans: We need your help in getting out the vote for “ABC: Arts, Beautification, and Community Development,” a Participatory Budget Ballot Measure. This $95,000 proposal allows us to immediately implement some AWESOME community projects, but even more importantly lays the foundation to allow us to apply for subsequent grants which require matching funds. Potentially hundreds of thousands of dollars for Vallejo in the next year! These are funds that can help us to improve our image, get positive press, enrich our Downtown and help create identity and pride in our neighborhoods. Why vote for ABC, you ask? Here’s Why!!! · Mobile video tours of our historic architecture and public art (also galleries, museums and links to events) will encourage tour... 09/26/2014

Hello Everyone,   News from your local Vallejo CA Realtor Tim Garton 707-315-5555.  Code for America Announces 2015 Government Partners, City of Vallejo One of Seven Nationwide, read the press release here: http://bit.ly/1r6g9Uk Remember when making your next home purchase or selling your existing home I am just a phone call away or drop on by my office at 2100 Tennessee St Vallejo.   Tim Garton 707-315-5555   09/24/2014

NEWS YOU CAN USE IN THE VALLEJO GLEN COVE AREA FROM TIM GARTON VALLEJO CA REMAX REALTOR 707-315-555   MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Thursday September 25th, 2014   7:00 PM at the Glen Cove School on Glen Cove Parkway   Glen Cove Community Meeting Please come join us and learn what the City of Vallejo "Landscape Maintenance" department recommends as an increase in our contracts and the need to raise assessments or face a reduction in services. The G.C.C.A. supports these necessary steps and also feel strongly that everyone in our community should be aware and make informed choices! So, please come join everyone  for some great community information. Plenty of parking and refreshments will be available.     WWW.PROPERTYINVALLEJO.COM   09/19/2014

Hello Everyone and news from Remax Realtor Tim Garton 707-315-5555 October 1, 2014 at 6:30 PM - 2 Florida Street Please join  at  the October Citizens Workshop and learn how to rid your neighborhood of blight. The workshop will be led by David Sidie, one of the City of Vallejo’s Code Enforcement Officers. He will teach you how to identify and report blight, property maintenance violations and other code enforcement violations within your neighborhood. There are still 25 seats available for this workshop. Please RSVP to Tina Encarnacion at 707-651-7184 or cencarnacion@ci.vallejo.ca.us      If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Vallejo Ca or areas near Vallejo  call to make a appointment today 707-315-5555  09/17/2014

Hello Everyone Tim Garton Vallejo Ca Remax with news you can use. Boomerang buyers who lost a home to a foreclosure or short sale between 2007 and 2013 are projected to make about 10 percent of all U.S. home purchases in 2014.  If your one of these types of buyers considering to make a new home purchase contact me for more details. I specialze in Vallejo CA and the surronding Vallejo Cities.   WWW.PROPERTYINVALLEJO.COM    707-315-5555 TIM GARTON VALLEJO CA REMAX 09/14/2014

News from Tim Garton Vallejo Ca Remax Realtor 707-315-5555 The City of Vallejo officially announced today the Participatory Budgeting Cycle 2 ballot. From September 25 to October 6, all Vallejo residents over the age of 16, including those living in the unincorporated areas, will have the opportunity to vote on how to spend $2.4 million to improve Vallejo. Voting will begin on the Waterfront Green on September 27 and conclude on October 6.   To view the ballot, find a polling location, or join the Poll Workers or Outreach Street Team, click the link http://bit.ly/1wkayeW.   When thinking of buying your next home or selling your existing one I can be reached at 707-315-5555   Thank you 09/14/2014

  Another Set Of Cabinets And Counters, This Time In Vallejo, CA     I was asked a while ago to install cabinets and counters in five apartments in five days. I must have made a good impression, they want to do it again at a different apartment community in Vallejo, CA. It is a bit further away, so it will be tricky.     09/13/2014

Hello Everyone,   News fron your local Vallejo Ca Remax  Realtor Tim Garton 707-315-5555   Caltrans will be closing Highway 37 next weekend starting at 10pm on Friday, September 19th until Monday 9/22 at 5am. They will be performing major maintenance and paving during these times.Please view the full advisory and detour map herehttp://bit.ly/1uil98b.   Remember when making your next Vallejo Ca purchase think of me Tim Garton     09/11/2014

Come join  at one of our volunteer workdays as we rehab homes for veterans in Vallejo as well as spruce up the Vallejo Veterans Memorial Building.      Would you like to help Rebuilding Together rehab the homes of veterans in Vallejo?  Would you like to help rehab the Vallejo Veterans Building?  Volunteer at the RTSC warehouse?  Upcoming workdays include: 9/9/14  Military Home Rehab @ 1338 Tuolumne Street, Vallejo 9/10/14  Military Home Rehab @ 1338 Tuolumne Street, Vallejo 9/11/14  Military Home Rehab @ 1338 Tuolumne Street, Vallejo sponsored by Wells Fargo 9/12/14  Military Home Rehab @ 1338 Tuolumne Street, Vallejo 9/13/14  Military Home Rehab @ 1338 Tuolumne Street, Vallejo 9/17/14 Vallejo Veterans Building, 420 Admiral Callaghan Lane Rebuilding Together Solano County will provide t... 09/10/2014

I am always amazed by how many clients I work with who come to me unaware of all the pitfalls they face during the loan process. To help avoid any surprises while waiting for final approval, I provide my clients with a short list of "do's and don'ts" to follow. Let's start with the "do's" ... Do keep the process moving by responding to your loan officers' requests for documentation as soon as possible. Do make decisions as soon as is reasonably possible. Do convey questions or concerns you Do continue to make all of your rent or mortgage payments on time. Do stay current on all other existing accounts. Do continue to work your normal work schedule with no unplanned time off. Do continue to use your credit as normal. Do be prepared to explain any large deposits in your bank accounts. Do ... 09/01/2014

City crews and mutual aid responders continue to assess properties in Vallejo.  There objective remains to ensure the safety and security of our residents, businesses and visitors.  The City recognizes that residents and businesses affected by the earthquake will need support in addressing property damage.  The City is working with the County VOAD (Volunteer Organizations Active in a Disaster) to make information available.  A schedule and location should be available tomorrow, August 28.As of 4:00 p.m. today, a total of 11 buildings have been red-tagged for non-use since the earthquake.  The City is in the process of making contact with those residents and businesses to identify what types of permitting needs are required in order to get them back into their buildings and homes.   As o... 08/29/2014

Hello Everyone,  Interest rates are still at all time lows compared to 2013.  Vallejo Ca Inventory is about 184 homes up from 105 homes from last year at this time so instead of competing against 10 buyers on each property last summer the competion is half that. Cash buyers have slowed down making there purchases as well. I work with a great lender  Sean Murphy with Summit Funding 707-750-9594.  So when making your next move just call 707-315-5555 Tim Garton a Vallejo Ca Remax Realtor.   www.propertyinvallejo.com    08/16/2014

Hello Everyone, There have been several reports by residents about a group of people that are going door to door offering to paint house numbers and American flags on the curb in front of the resident's house for a small "donation". Per the Municipal Code, you must have a permit to paint numbers on the sidewalk in front of your home. Please do not pay for these services. You can view the flyer that some of the groups use here http://bit.ly/1BbH6Jc.   News from your Vallejo California REMX Realtor Tim Garton 707-315-5555 08/13/2014

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News from your Vallejo Ca Remax Realtor  Tim Garton  707-315-5555   Citizens Self Defense Class – August 6, 2014 at 6:30 PM - 2 Florida Street This hands-on instruction will be led by Sergeant Joseph Iacono and his team, instructing citizens how to get out of dangerous situations they may find themselves in.Neighborhood Watch Summit – August 23, 2014 at 10:00 AM - 555 Santa Clara Street The Neighborhood Watch Summit will be an all-day training event open to Vallejo citizens to attend. Topics of discussion will include neighborhood watch and fighting against crime. Many City of Vallejo employees and Police Officers will be taking part in teaching citizens how to create and manage a successful Neighborhood Watch, as well as available tools to assist with removing crime from your neighborh... 08/06/2014

Hello Everyone, Water damage is the No. 1 culprit that weakens your home's foundation and the very core that holds your house together. You've heard about core strength for your body. Well, water damage hits at the core strength of your house, eventually causing serious structural damage. Damp wood invites termites and carpenter ants; plus, it causes mold and mildew. Here are three easy things to do to that will give you piece of mind the next time heavy storms hit. 1. Ensure Good DrainageWhy it matters: Poor drainage weakens your foundation, causing cracks, uneven settling, and pathways for water to enter your home. How to do it: Clean your gutters routinely. A clogged gutter will send cascades of water down the side of your house, damaging your siding and foundation. Ensure your downs... 08/03/2014

  Hello Everyone, Determining how much of a mortgage you can afford will get you off to a great start as you begin your home search. I found this guide to help you calculate your estimated mortgage. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I am here to help you get the home you are looking for. I have many great resources, so please let me know if you have any questions. I look forward to working with you! It's easy to be tempted by homes that you can't afford, but your home loan amount will be based on your lender's review of your mortgage application. Here are a few things to consider when estimating "how much mortgage can I afford." Establish monthly gross income (before deductions) for each borrower. If you are not paid monthly, divide your annual salary by 12 for an estimate... 08/02/2014

Hello Everyone,   News from your Vallejo Ca Remax Realtor Tim Garton 707-315-5555   Tomorrow at the Glen Cove Marina in Vallejo California is a festival come on by and enjoy the food, music, and fun.  The weather should be fine and its right on the water. I also live in the area so I have plans on trying to stop by as well. When thinking of your next Real Estate purchase eith buying or selling a home I am a phone call away or my office address is 2100 Tennessee St Vallejo.   www.propertyinvallejo.com  08/01/2014

On Saturday, July 26th, The Boyz Under the Hood Car Club, the Freewheelers Car Club and the Vallejo Yacht Club are pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Vallejo Hot Rod Car Show and BBQ.  This event promises to be a day of cool cars, BBQ and great live music both inside and outside the Vallejo Yacht Club.  Proceeds to benefit two local charities: Rebuilding Together Solano County and Season of Sharing / Benicia Community Action Council.  Date:  Saturday, July 26, 2014Time:  11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location:  485 Mare Island Way, Vallejo                  Vallejo Yacht ClubHave you ever wanted to see Hot Rod Cars - classics, retro rods and muscle cars?  Enjoy a BBQ lunch?  Want to support two local charities? Come and Join Us on July 26th How you can help: 1. Volunteer on July 26th: Setup 9-11 a.m.... 07/25/2014

Hello Everyone,   The second of two four-day long Design Charrettes for the Sonoma Boulevard Specific Plan starts today and runs through Friday, July 25th at 415 Virginia Street in Downtown Vallejo. Part of the General Plan Update, the first Charrette, held June 24th to June 27th, focused on a variety of refinements and design solutions for the concepts proposed in the 2013 Corridor Design Plan. The second Design Charrette will focus on the Form-Based Code, the zoning and development standards needed to implement the ideas and refinements presented in Charrette 1. Please participate in the upcoming Charrette by attending the public events or by dropping by the open studio. More information may be found below or on the Propel Vallejo website.    I hope this information is news you can us... 07/22/2014