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Let me give you a little background. My client, an absolutely delightful woman who will be retiring in one year wanted to purchase a small, single story home that she could afford on her retirement income and was reasonably close to her grandchildren. We viewed homes for over 7 months, made 5 offers and were out-bid by cash buyers each time. It was time for a change in strategy - purchase a battered home and make it a beauty using the FHA Renovation Loan.
It's true that this program is time and paperwork intensive and not for the faint of heart, but wait until you see the results!

The home has a large back yard that is adjacent to Open Space but the only access to the yard was through the garage.
The retaining wall (the fence is on top of it) was starting to lean.
We visited the home several times, made our list of repairs and anticipated costs and added 20% for potential issues we couldn't see (and thank goodness we did!). My client took a leap of faith that this battered home could become a beauty and submitted an offer to the bank. Our offer was declined.
I told my client, "Don't worry, an investor won't buy this house because it requires too much work. We'll let the bank sit on it for awhile." Two months later, we submitted our offer again and this time it was accepted.
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Martinez, CA ~ Starter Home OR Perfect Investor Opportunity
Looking for the perfect Investment Opportunity or a Starter Home....come by this home in Martinez which is on the market for the first time in 57 years...ORIGINAL owner!
This home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with a large Great Room and pristine original hardwood floors!
Located At:
1221 Shell Ave
Martinez, CA
Offered At:
$189,900
OPEN HOUSE 9/18
12:00-1:00 ~~ Preview & Lunch
1:00-4:00 ~~ Open
To schedule a private showing contact:
925.998.4441
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We are saddened by the passing of one of my younger brothers this past weekend. He lived in the Phillippines and is survived by his wife Gina and daughter, his Son Jr. in Florida, and his two grown daughers in CA, Brenna Franchesca and Whitney Gene and their combined five children and of course his two brothers and sister, and Les Young, our father.
Non of us expected his passing at 61, I know our dad and I thought we both would go before him.
He had a heart attack Saturday and was pronounced dead at midnight 8/14/2011.
Here is to you "Little Bro as he liked me to call him... Thomas Ralph Young, retired Marine Corp, Bronze star recipient from Viet Nam service I salute you.
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Hidden Lakes is a Planned Unit Development with 47 units, a pool and amenities. Low homeowner's dues of $165 per month covers common area maintenance, pool, hazard insurance on the dwelling and reserves. This home is nestled in the crossroads of Pleasant Hill and Martinez.
2104 Lost Lake Place in Martinez, California

$235,000
This duet home is in a Planned Unit Development and is the perfect little hideaway, across from Hidden Lakes Park. Hidden Lakes is a well-kept secret and units don't come on the market very often.

In short, everything you need is packed into this beautiful space.

For more information, contact Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor
925.876.0966 cell, 925.887.6614 fax
info@BuyStageSell.com
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First Annual Country Christmas Craft Fair in Martinez, California
When: Saturday, November 27 from 9am-3pm
Where: 1301 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA, 94553, (925) 381-8406
Why: You can support local crafters, and the event is a fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of Martinez. Besides, don't most of us love to shop? If that isn't enough of a reason to visit, Santa will be there and there will be carolers... and food. Sounds like a fun way to spend the day to me!

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