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The Emerging Market of Condominiums

Written by Patrick Warholic on September 15, 2007 — 1 Comment

Condominiums are designed to provide multi-family housing and are good solutions for many homebuyers.

Indicators for a Strong Market in Multi-Family Housing Units

Single and Non-Traditional households represent the majority of housing consumers.

Single Women make up nearly a quarter of the homebuyer market and they prefer Multi-family Housing.

Condos are also gaining interest among first time home buyers, empty nesters and retirees.

Condos are great second homes

And usually they are owner occupied instead of renters.

If condos are such a good investment – why are there so many for sale?

The supply outweighs the demands. When a single home is offered, that is one home on the market but when a developer sells a project, it is usually 500 plus homes to the market. An oversupply doesn’t always mean the product is deficient. When affordable housing is available, why would you pass it up? Ask your Realtor about the great Condominiums or Townhomes in your area. Your Realtor has the connections for exactly what you are looking for.

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Attracting Buyers Without Breaking the Bank

Written by Patrick Warholic on August 16, 2007 — Leave a Comment

A slower market means sellers can no longer be guaranteed of having their pick of tens of offers for properties showing everyday wear and tear. Staging a home by giving it a thorough cleaning and some decorator touches may be extremely vital to selling a home. Sellers work within a budget from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars to prepare the home for sale, but some of the most critical fixes don’t cost a thing.

When to Call the Pros:

Once personal items and extra furniture have been removed, sellers may want to invest some money in hiring professional cleaners to clean the carpets and wash the windows. Sellers looking to keep staging expenses small and not disrupting too much of their daily routine may want to focus on the exterior of the home…curb appeal is what’s likely to get buyers interested in seeing the inside.

Rooms that Sell the House:

Interested in increasing asking price and generating more interest in your property? Then spend the few extra dollars and spruce up the kitchen and the bathrooms. People underestimate the high impact of just swapping out the cabinet hardware and faucets for updated styles. If you have a larger budget to play with then consider upgrading the countertop, replacing a laminate flooring with an alternative to hardwood or tile. Sellers need to keep in mind that buyers may have a different taste and a few staging updates might prove more attractive to buyers than being stuck with an expensive upgrade that they don’t like.

Staging:

It’s likely that a designer that doesn’t have the emotional attachment to the property can better dress a home for the widest range potential buyers. If the budget allows, hire a professional home stager, or ask your Realtor if they can recommend someone to stage your home.

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For more information from California Home Network visit Patrick Warholic, The Internet Home Marketing Specialist for free, no registration required, MLS home and property searches with amazing home search results at your fingertips, along with its ease of use, no registration required advanced home search features that will simply amaze you. You can even perform a home search by using the new Google Map home search feature, with advanced community search parameters, and even do an advanced home search for energy saving features too. Maybe you are looking for a new home investment property. Well, now you can find great real estate deals with REO bank owned properties and short sale homes listed in the MLS directory. This real estate information is right at your fingertips, and once again, no registration is required.

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Also posted in Home_Decorating, Home_Remodeling, Home_Staging, Informational

Keep Your Home Cooler This Summer

Written by Patrick Warholic on August 16, 2007 — Leave a Comment

Ready or not summer is nearly over and has brought along with it higher energy prices and homeowners scrambling to find inexpensive ways to keep their homes cool, with more hot weather to come.

Maximize Your Air Conditioning:

Open windows and use a portable fan instead of running the A/C. Use a fan along with your window air conditioner to spread the cool air though out the house. Don’t put lamps or televisions near your A/C thermostat; the heat from these devices can cause the air conditioner to run longer. Consider installing a whole house fan that pulls air through open windows and exhausts it through the roof, which can cool the home quickly and reducing energy up to a third in comparison to an air conditioner.

Little Things Add Up:

Replace light bulbs with compact fluorescents, they produce the same amount of light but use a fifth of the energy and heat. Air-dry dishes instead of using dishwasher dry cycle. Use microwave oven instead of electric oven. Plug home electronics into power strips and turn power strips off when not in use. Lower the thermostat on the water heater, 115 degrees is comfortable for most uses. Take showers instead of baths to reduce use of hot water. Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes.

And remember, if your home is on the market, your Realtor may suggest the air conditioner be on during open houses. A cooler home is more inviting in warm weather.

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Our motto is to always “Do the Right Thing”, starting with providing premier executive real estate service to buyers and sellers of Folsom, Granite Bay, and El Dorado Hills luxury homes and land.

For more information from California Home Network visit Patrick Warholic, The Internet Home Marketing Specialist for free, no registration required, MLS home and property searches with amazing home search results at your fingertips, along with its ease of use, no registration required advanced home search features that will simply amaze you. You can even perform a home search by using the new Google Map home search feature, with advanced community search parameters, and even do an advanced home search for energy saving features too. Maybe you are looking for a new home investment property. Well, now you can find great real estate deals with REO bank owned properties and short sale homes listed in the MLS directory. This real estate information is right at your fingertips, and once again, no registration is required.

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Happy Buyers consider All the Angles

Written by Patrick Warholic on July 2, 2007 — Leave a Comment

Real estate professionals see it all the time.

Jittery buyers bolt before they sign on the dotted line. Others walk away after an offer is made. The National Association of Realtors reports more than 10 percent of real estate transactions fail and buyer’s remorse is often a factor when deals fall through. For some, it boils down to money. most buyers often “feel guilty about wanting things” and they feel guilty about spending the money on things like a house, also it may be money they really don’t have or more than they spent before. The consequences of buyer’s remorse aren’t just emotional. When buyers walk away from transactions after a formal offer is made, they may lose earnest monies or expose themselves to lawsuits.

Homeowners can avoid second-guessing themselves if they are diligent and patient in their search for housing.

1. Don’t jump at the first thing, your Realtor will advise you to look at the comparatives.

2. Your agent might also counsel you to consider not only aesthetics and financing, but also length of commute, tolerance for yard work and area amenities.

Other tips:

1. Hire an interior designer to help you adapt your sense of style to your new space.

2. Jot down impressions of homes you may consider buying, making a list of pros and cons.

3. Take the initiative to meet your new neighbors. Offer a welcome gift in
reverse such as a bouquet of flowers from your new garden.

4. Say the proper goodbye to your former home. Remind yourself what was good about living there — and why you’re moving.

5. Get to know the neighborhood. Visit the shops and stores nearest your new home, and say hello to the owners.

Your Realtor will have other ideas to help you consider All the Angles.
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Learn how how you can be mortgage free in 8 to 11 years without re-financing. Ask for your free House Payment Free analysis.

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Also posted in Buying, Tips

Downsizing doesn’t have to be a Downer

Written by Patrick Warholic on July 2, 2007 — Leave a Comment

Many people today are looking to simplify their lifestyle by moving to a smaller, newer home.

Here are some tips on how to make the downsizing process go smoothly:

Buy First. If possible, buy your new home before you sell the old one. It’s better to buy what you’re going to go to first so you can see what kind of space you’re physically getting into. That way, when it’s time to sell your place, there isn’t so much pressure — you have more freedom. If you have the equity, it works well. If you don’t, it’s a harder decision to make.

Take Your Time. Family members have a tendency to pressure downsizers to move more quickly than they want to, Sometimes the process can take a couple of years. Make sure you really like the place you’re moving to, and know what you’re getting yourself into.

Move-In-Ready Properties. If time is short, concentrate in looking for a development that has an inventory of finished units, as well as a furnished model home — that will give you a clear picture of what your home will look like.

Ask Around. Find a broker who is experienced in downsizing transactions by talking to people who have recently been through the process. A Good Realtor will ask you questions about your lifestyle; yard work, stairs, attached garage, community involvement.

Folsom Luxury Homes and Land Specialist

For more information from California Home Network visit Patrick Warholic, The Internet Home Marketing Specialist for free, no registration required, MLS home and property searches with amazing home search results at your fingertips, along with its ease of use, no registration required advanced home search features that will simply amaze you. You can even perform a home search by using the new Google Map home search feature, with advanced community search parameters, and even do an advanced home search for energy saving features too. Maybe you are searching for a new home investment property or a great deal on a second home. Well, now you can find great real estate deals with REO bank owned properties and short sale homes listed in the MLS directory. This real estate information is right at your fingertips, and once again, no registration is required.

Learn how how you can be mortgage free in 8 to 11 years without re-financing. Ask for your free House Payment Free analysis.

Contact Patrick Warholic, Realtor, CCRA, SRES, ASP, and e-PRO certified.

Also posted in Buying, Tips

When Patrick Warholic commits to something, you can bet that he's going to focus all his energy and attention on getting it done—the right way. His career as one of the Folsom area's leading real estate agents is no exception to this approach. Patrick immerses himself in the needs of his clients and formulates a plan specifically designed to achieve the results they want and deserve. Whether his clients want to buy their dream home or sell their existing home quickly and profitably, Patrick combines his intimate familiarity with the area, extensive business background and goal-oriented mentality to ensure his clients get the highest possible return on their investment. If you're in the market to buy or sell a home, it makes sense to work with a professional who's in the business of Performance Not Promises. That's Patrick Warholic. Take it from someone who has worked with Patrick:

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