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My First Blog - Mar 05 09:23 PM
While the word "blog" is one I am familiar with, I never really blogged before. I hope I am doing it right. My friend, imrov and stand-up comic Mel Aubert ( http://www.melaubert.com/) loves to blog about everything.  But it was not until today when I met Brad Andersohn from Placer Title in Fairfield http://www.theescrowguy.com/that I realized there was a cool place to do some Real Estate blogging.
I had put some real estate videos on youtube, ...

Poker Run Open House - Apr 23 10:34 PM
 Who doesn't like to play a little game of chance?  Have you ever played Poker in conjunction with going to an open house?  Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific has decided to put a new twist on this year's Open House Extravanganza May 6th, 2007.  We are doing a Poker Run! Open houses traditionally help us advertise our clients homes to the public, and allow Realtors to market themselves at the same time.  With this new twist our open house extravaganza ...

There's a new baby in the house! - May 25 05:03 PM
     I just have to share our new little girl with all of you.  Meet 'Skank'.  Yes I confess that really is her name.  I didn't do it , I swear; my daughter named her.  Thank goodness we all have a sense of humor.  She is absolutely adorable. 
      We adopted her from the Fairfield Animal Shelter just about a week ago.  She has stolen everyone in the families' heart.  She's only 10 weeks old and has ...

The Bourne Ultimatum... - Aug 04 10:09 AM
I went to the Brenden 16 theater in Vacaville to see The Bourne Ultimatum.  Living in Dixon, where there is not theater, locals go to either Natomas Center in West Sacrmento, Brended 16 in Vacaville, or the Edwards theater at the Solano Mall in Fairfield.  The Bourne Ultimatum was a pretty good movie. It gives you probably 95% closure to everything that's happened in the Bourne Trilogy. The action was crazy. There is one fight scene ...

Simpsons - The Movie - Jul 29 01:21 AM
There is no movie theater in Dixon, CA so you have to go to either Vacaville to the west about 8 miles or Fairfield to the west about 18 miles or you can go to West Sacramento to the Natomas Center and there's a nice theater there.  Tonight I went to the Brenden Theatres in Vacaville to see the Simpsons - The Movie...it was pretty funny...I will say it was like watching three Simpsons episodes in ...

Vallejo, CA - Mare Island Toastmasters® Invites You to Join Them. - Dec 07 06:09 PM
 
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A Sad Day In Dixon, CA - Jul 30 09:18 PM

I drive by the Sacramento Valley VA National Cemetery almost every day. It's located at 5810 Midway Dr  just off of I-80 between Vacaville and Dixon. Today was the first time I'd seen a  bunch of flags out in front and I've been meaning to stop by and get a picture to post to Localism.com because it is a local attraction/feature. Well I learned when I stopped by that the flags were out and the reason ...

Suisun City Marina Photos, Video, and Information Solano County Real Estate - Apr 22 11:20 PM
Are you interested in purchasing some waterfront property / real estate in Solano County, but don't know where to find it?  We'll if you didn't know there is waterfront property located in Suisun City, the waterfront property is located along the Suisun City's Marina! The Marina was rebuilt in 1994 and there are many fun things do at the Marina all year long!  There is an open market held throughout the year, an ice cream social, ...

Solano County Real Estate Bank Owned Property Tour April 5 (Fairfield area) - Mar 28 11:26 PM
Hello,  I am pleased to announce that Gateway Realty is hold it's first banked owned property tour for Solano County Real Estate.  I am very excited about this event because it will be a good one, so if you are interested in purchasing or investing bank owned property in Solano County make sure you attend!  

* Dates and times subject to change, Contact me at 707-384-5894 to reserve a seat or Erika Hunt at 707-422-1725, ...

Travis Air Force Base Relocation Information for Spouses - Mar 27 10:55 PM
If you are a military spouse living in Travis Air Force Base or are planning to make a move to Travis Air Force Base and are looking for some information about what kind of programs Travis Air Force Base has to offer for its military spouses then here is a compiled list of what Travis Air Force Base has to offer for spouses moving to Travis.
When making a PCS move it is always important to ...

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6 Reasons I should use a Realtor to represent me as a buyer! - Oct 27 08:22 PM
 
                     BUYER BEWARE!!!  Do NOT try to purchase a home without your own representation!   
All of my fellow Realtors are either cheering...or throwing darts at their screens right now.  This article is not for my fellow Realtors, though, this article is for YOU, the buyer.  I am going to list six very important reasons why you should go into ANY real estate transaction with a Realtor representing just YOU, not you and the seller. 
Here is the scenario:  you and your SO have gone on a ...

Are there affordable Homes for Sale in the San Francisco, California - East Bay? - Jan 09 10:27 PM
Are there affordable Homes for Sale in the San Francisco, California - East Bay?
In this edition of Golden Nuggets we will investigate Down Payment Assistance Programs in the SF East Bay County of Solano.  Buyers of homes in Solano County may be eligible for up to $176,000+ in Down Payment Assistance and various Grants to buy a home in the county.
There are 7 incorporated Cities in Solano County - Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun ...

Financial Investment versus Home Sweet Home? - Aug 15 01:14 PM
For several years with appreciation in Northern CA of double digits we looked at purchasing a house as a financial investment that was a smart move for our future or to pad our net worth or a needed tax deduction.  Today with a real estate market that is flat (according to NAR 97 of 149 metro areas show and increase in year-over-year prices) we need to think more of buying a home for our family.  "Home sweet ...

Benicia Foreclosure Update for January 2008 - Jan 12 07:52 PM
Foreclosures are top of mind in today's news.  Neighbors, friends, relatives, clients, people in the grocery store, customers waiting in line at the bank, you name it if I wear my badge they will ask about the current market. This is an update to the foreclosure market as of January 12,2008.
What is going on in Benicia?  We do not have the same degree of foreclosures/bank owned properties as some parts of the state and country. That ...

Vallejo Foreclosures January 2008 - Jan 12 07:39 PM
Foreclosuresare a hot topic.  Solano County certainly has its share of foreclosures.  When misfortune happens and people lose their homes for what ever reason, something has to happen to the homes.  The banks are not in the rental business nor want to own homes.  They are in the business of lending.  This is an update to a previous blog last year as to the state of foreclosures.
So how many foreclosures are there in Vallejo?  Our local ...

INVESTORS NEWS FLASH - Jan 06 05:51 PM
As 2008 begins and the real estate market has been a "buyers" market.  This is a perfect time for those who have always wanted to own an investment property and rent it out.  In Solano and Napa counties, the rental market has been tremendously active.  For one, those homeowners, who have unfortunately lost their homes due  to recent subprime loan fiasco, are forced out of home ownership and have become strong renter candidates.  In my office, ...

Vacaville and Solano county MLS market update December 2007 - Dec 16 03:26 PM
Dec 10, 2007 Market Stats Vacaville Active Listings December 10th, 2007 9:53 PM These stats are AVERAGE statistics for single family homes in Vacaville, Ca 12/10/2007 Active LISTINGS ONLY
The same criteria for August 27, 2006:572 Vacaville ACTIVE SFR listings72 Days on market average$526,782 Average list price$297/sf average asking price1812sf Average size
MY LISTING at 367 Oak Valley Drive is listed at $220/sf!!!! Call today to see it! MY LISTING at 4337 The Masters Drive ON THE GOLF COURSE ...

How Many Foreclosures in Benicia - Dec 07 10:00 PM
Foreclosures are top of mind in today's news.  Neighbors, friends, relatives, clients, people in the grocery store, customers waiting in line at the bank, you name it if I wear my badge they will ask about the current market.
Often foreclosures and the current mortgage situation are the hot topic.  As to the current mortgage situation, the rates are great, as low as 2005. With rates so great, what a fantastic home you can buy!!
Than the topic of foreclosures ...

Why did the Buyer Cross the Bridge? - Nov 17 09:02 PM
We recently had a new bridge open up with the latest and greatest Fastrak lanes linking Contra Costa County and Solano County.  We have been anxiously waiting for the new Benicia Bridge to be completed so we can zip our way home from the East Bay.
Previously around 4PM-6Pm Monday through Friday, drivers would slog their way through, wait, and inch their vehicle up to the toll booths.
No MORE!!!  In addition to zipping home at any time, ...

Foreclosure Open House Tour Vallejo Sept 8th 1-4PM - Sep 06 09:07 PM
Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific will be holding a special Open House Tour featuring some of our foreclosures.  We currently have 8 foreclosed homes for sale in Vallejo which are vacant and ready to be bought.  This event will be this Saturday Sept 8th from 1-4 PM. 
Featured Homes include:
514 Benicia Rd, Vallejo 2 bedroom 1 bath $269,000160 Albatrosse, Vallejo 3 bedroom 2 bath $393,000515 No. Camino Alto, Vallejo 5 bedroom 3 bath $509,000262 Wellfleet Dr, Vallejo 4 ...

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Solano County Realtors - Join The Newbies Group! - Mar 18 08:12 PM
 
Yesterday was our first class on BLOGGING for the Solano Association of Realtors members.  As the Technology Committee Chair, together with Mike Mueller from Patagonia Finance, we introduced BLOGGING and Active Rain to around 40 Realtors. Each Realtor paid $5.00 to attend the class. The money collected was donated to the "Teachers Wish List", a local charity that raises funds for local schools.
The Real Estate Professionals in this group just wanted to know -- What is a BLOG? 
They were not dissappointed, we covered:
Definition and Benefits of Blogging ...

Safety and Security in our Industry - Mar 31 01:50 PM
 This is NOT to scare or alarm anyone, but it is rated PG. Yesterday was another great class put on by First American Tile - in Vallejo, CA.  This class focused on Realtor Safety and Security Awareness.  There were quite a few things that were shared, and some of them may help you from becoming a victim or target of a crime.The reason we sponsored and put this event together, was partially because of an article I received.  A Realtor in Texas assaulted and robbed.  Two ...

Alternative Credit Reporting for Consumers - Anthem Scoring - May 05 10:38 AM
What is Anthem Scoring and why should you know about it? It's an alternative to "No Credit" or Low FICO scores.
If you have a small amount of traditional credit information, such as credit cards and loans, you have what the industry refers to as a "thin" credit file. In the past, this would have prevented you from getting a loan, even if you paid all your bills on time and had a substantial amount of money ...

The Real Estate Market - Is Now The Best Time To Buy? - Apr 12 02:01 PM
This post is a Video interview with Jeff Dennis from Coldwell Banker, a 30 year veteran in the Real Estate Industry, giving his opinion of whether we have hit the bottom of the Real Estate market or not, and if now is the best time to buy or invest in Real Estate. Jeff is the past President of the Solano Association of Realtors, and is also the Author of the book, "To The Letter."
Should I ...

Kiwanis - Fundraiser a Success! - May 25 12:19 AM
Today was the annual Kiwanis Golf Tournament Fund-raiser held at Mare Island Golf Course at Mare Island in Solano County, CA.  This is the oldest golf course west of the Mississippi.  The efforts and contributions made today, helped to raise over $15,000.00 for local non-profit charities in and around Solano County.
Four scholarships were given to Benicia High School students who had been selected by the Kiwanis based on certain criteria and accomplishments. These included, but were not limited ...

Are You Ready For A Pizza Take Over? - May 01 05:06 PM
     Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific has a team supporting The Cancer Relay For Life.  Our team is called the Cancer Buster Sole Patrol.  Round Table Pizza in Benicia, CA is allowing us to take over their restaurant for an evening to help support the Cancer Relay event.  20% of the proceeds will promptly be donated to the Relay For Life fundraiser.
     On Tuesday, May 6th from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Southampton Shoping Center in ...

Cinco De Mayo - May 05 02:23 PM
Cinco De Mayo might mean many things to many people.  Regardless, I wanted to wish you all a safe and happy May 5th, 2007.  As I work more and more with many people and cultures, I have come to respect and appreciate ALL cultures, their lifestyles, and their ways of life.  We are surrounded by a wonderful world of ethnic diversity. I find it fascinating, and think it is important to understand how the Real Estate industry can better ...

What a Party!! - Dec 08 06:48 PM
     I just have to share how good it feels to get in the holiday spirit!
     We had our Benicia tree lighting street open house last night.  What a great time!  I saw friends and clients I hadn't seen for months.  Everyone was happy and having a good time. 
     We had our double doors open for everyone to come in and sit with Santa.  Children, no, people of all ages, stopped in to see Santa and ...

The Nor Cal Real Estate Expo - Solano County Fairgrounds - May 13 03:44 AM
I just spent 2 out of 3 days in a place where normally horses race, cows graze, clowns surround and balloons abound, but not this time.  There were no carnival rides, pink popcorn, screaming kids or even petting zoos. That's because this was not your traditional Solano County Fair!  Instead, it was the very first ever.....                              
Northern California Real Estate Expo at the Solano County Fairgrounds held this weekend, May 11 -13.
What an unbelievable event! No Kidding, this was like ...

Travis Air Force Base Poker - Mar 22 11:55 PM
Did you know that Travis Air Force Base holds weekly Poker Tournaments!  Well, now you do!  So, If poker is your sport you should most certainly come down and play.  The Poker Tournaments are held every Wednesday and Thursday either at the Delta Breeze Club, or the Cypress Lakes Golf Course!  1st place prizes can go all the way up to  $300.00 or more!  If you are looking to kill time or if you love poker ...

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Come Home To The Historical Mare Island. Vallejo, CA - Jun 27 03:34 PM
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Vacaville Open House Sat/Sun 6/21 & 22 1-4pm - Jun 19 07:17 PM
Come Home to Fine Country Living!Location: Vacaville, CALocated in the sought-after Pleasants Valley area of Vacaville you will find this large spacious home sitting on a flat tree filled 3/4 acre. Backing to a seasonal stream, serenity is yours whether you gaze towards your orchard of fruit and walnut trees or your beautiful mediation garden. The home has been almost totally remodeled, but still retains some of it's vintage charm. The living room features an old ...

New Browns Valley Listing! - May 21 12:58 AM
Mediterranean Style Home with Resort Like Luxury Ammenities
Address: 272 Woodcrest Drive Type: Residential Style: 2 Story Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Garage: Triple, Attached Size: 2,819 sq. ft. Lot Type: Rectangular Lot Size:  12022 sq. ft.  Year Built: 2001 MLS®: 20816206
 VIRTUAL TOUR ONLINE AT: 272Woodcrest.DKthompson.com
This stunning Mediterranean style home in the heart of Brown Valley includesTahoe Blue bottom pool, in-ground spa, waterfalls, and large rear yard with views of Old Rocky & area foothills. Extensive technology upgrades include Pelco color 4-camera video surveillance system with monitors ...

Near Kaiser Medical Center - Apr 30 02:10 PM
Well kept and updated home on a quiet street close to hospitals, schools, shopping and freeways. Newer carpet throughout; recently remodeled kitchen and bathroom; two roomy bedrooms; interior laundry room; attached 2 car garage with interior access and auto door opener; landscaped front and back. This home qualifies for First Time Buyer Special Financing. Ask your Realtor to show you this fine home today!! Don't have a Realtor? Please email or call me. I am passionate ...

Huge Price Reduction- Cantalow Road Vacaville, CA - Apr 25 01:07 PM
The Diaz Ranch 4371 Cantelow, Vacaville, CA The Diaz Ranch is available for sale and is recognized for it’s extraordinary location. This 4.85-acre horse Ranch is situated in Vacaville and approximately 9 miles south of Winter. This is an immaculate and striking country property. Enter through the gate on a paved driveway leading to the home. The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, a nice sized country kitchen, dining area, and dual pane windows. ...

Why rent, When You Can Own a View! - Mar 03 07:29 PM
109 White Pine Vallejo, Ca                                                                                               $189,000
Townhome situated on a hill with a view of the city.  Enjoy the lights at night.  Watch the birds fly by. 2 bedroom/21/2 baths ready for a new homeowner.  Private atrium and outdoor deck.  Some upgrades have been completed with tile in the kitchen and laminate floors.  Single car garage with direct access to your home.  Indoor laundry room.  Small complex close to shopping, schools, and San Francisco.  Hop, skip and ...

The Diaz Ranch - Vacaville, CA - Feb 27 01:28 PM
The Diaz Ranch 4371 Cantelow, Vacaville, CA The Diaz Ranch is available for sale and is recognized for it’s extraordinary location. This 4.85-acre horse Ranch is situated in Vacaville and approximately 9 miles south of Winter. This is an immaculate and striking country property. Enter through the gate on a paved driveway leading to the home. The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, a nice sized country kitchen, dining area, and dual pane windows. ...

Gorgeous Vacaville Home Open House Sat 4/12 1-3pm! - Feb 11 07:48 PM
Come Home to Luxury Living!Location: Vacaville, CAThis beautiful custom built executive home has never been lived in! A long stamped-concrete drive leads up to a 3-car garage. The majestic entry welcomes you to an open floorplan centering around a chef's kitchen, custom cabinetry, granite counters, stainless appliances, and much more! Downstairs you find a full bed & bathroom for guests, plus a powder room, office, formal dining and living areas and a family room. Upstairs the ...

Top Real Estate Investment Reasons - Feb 03 09:41 PM
Many people speculate about the real estate market and the future of values. One thing is for sure this is a great time to invest. Below are some top reasons to invest.
Top Reasons to Invest in Real Estate
Long term real estate investments are the most solid form of investing. Appreciation values rise while renters pay down your mortgage.Rising foreclosure means more renters entering the market to rent.What a great time to acquire well priced properties (often ...

OPEN HOUSE Sat 2/2/08 Vacaville, CA - Jan 30 05:54 PM
 
What? Open House Saturday 2/2 11:00am - 2:00
Where? 642 Arcadia Dr. Vacaville, CA 95687
Why?
This almost 1000sf condo (largest floorplan in the complex) includes:
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom with 2 private vanity areas.2 Balconies, one off of the master bedroom!Large living space open to the eating area and kitchen.GRANITE countertops in both the kitchen and bathroom vanities.Roomy kitchen has lots of counter space for spreading out.Upstairs unit means you won't hear your neighbor walking over your head!Unit is close ...

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