The National Association of Realtors 2011 Buyer and Seller Profile report has some interesting data, but really not that surprising when I compare that data to what I see in the field every day. The reports stated: eighty-eight percent of home buyers used the internet as one of the information sources in their home search […]
Garage Conversions – How they might affect a home buyer or seller
Garage Conversions. In Simi Valley Garage Conversions are pretty common; not that every one has one, but I run into them often. It is understandable why people convert Garage space to more living space, but these conversions seldom comply with local building codes. It’s hard to find a quality garage builder in Belpre, Ohio but […]
6 things you can do to prepare for the loan approval process
Getting a Loan to purchase a home can seem complex and difficult. Adding that there are a number of mortgage brokers looking for your business to take it instead of giving you advice on debt, it is important that you understand that you can quickly size up who you are considering to handle your loan […]
Open House Myths – Concerns for Simi Valley Home Sellers
The open house maybe the most misunderstood practice in home selling business. Simi Valley Home Sellers generally have no idea the risks they have signed themselves up for when demanding or requesting their listing agent provide open houses as part of the marketing plan. Some may say “Did Ted just say there are a risks […]
Simi Valley Free Tree Replacement and Wood Chip Programs
If you live in the City of Simi Valley and need wood chips for your yards, the City of Simi Valley’s Free Wood Chip Program is just a phone call away. By calling (805) 583-6400 or sending an email to PW-WorkOrder@simivalley.org, you can request either an approximate 8 cubic yard load or 16 cubic yard […]
Improved Foreclosure News – Time To Read Carefully
RealtyTrac recently reported that 1st quarter 2012 shows the lowest foreclosure filing activity since 2007. This news sent waves of cheerleaders spreading the news of improving real estate market conditions. Recently and more locally, Simi Valley and many parts of Southern California are seeing reduced inventory. This reduced inventory is giving the appearance that market […]
One of Two Rumored New Simi Valley Walmart Locations Finally Disclosed
In a surprising disclosure, Simi Valley Councilman Glen Becerra announced that Walmart is indeed the Tenant that will occupy the vacant Mervyn’s building at the corner of Sycamore and Cochran. In February I wrote about the two new locations; both the Mervyn’s and the vacant Von’s on Tapo Street. (see: 3 Walmarts in Simi Valley?) […]
Carbon Monoxide Alarms – Do you have them in your home?
Beginning July 1, 2011, the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act brought by California Senate Bill – SB 183 now requires all single-family homes with an attached garage or a fossil fuel source to install carbon monoxide alarms by July 1, 2011. In Simi Valley almost every home I have been in, has a natural gas […]
The Difference Between Updating & Remodeling your Simi Valley Home
The primary reason anyone should have when improving their personal residence should be for their own enjoyment and comfort factor. The side effect or secondary benefit of adding to the comfort factor of your own Simi Valley home, is that those improvements could add value to your home if at some point you decide to […]
Top 5 Upgrades Simi Valley Home Buyers look for in a Purchase
Simi Valley home owners considering selling their home who would like to know what upgrades will make the difference when it comes time to sell, should look at the following list to understand what kind of competition they may be up against in the market place. Home owners not looking to sell, but who are […]