5 Walk-Through Surprises and How to Avoid Them

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A house may look one way when it is decorated and furnished, but once vacated, bumps and bruises may show that could cause a wrench in the closing. Here are five common issues that arise during a walk-through and how to handle them. You’ve survived the inspection and loan approval process. You are almost [...]

How to Make Moving a Little Bit Easier

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Let’s be honest: moving is almost always unpleasant. Whether you’re moving from one neighborhood to the next or across the country, the process is often time-consuming, stressful and expensive. Plus, if you’re moving somewhere you’ve never been before, the uncertainty can be terrifying. However, moving is a fact of life for most of us. [...]

Retirement Homes: 7 Things to Consider When Making Your Move

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For older adults who may be tired of the upkeep and maintenance of a property, want more companionship, or simply need a little more help to remain independent, retirement living is the perfect solution. Shopping for one, however, is different than a regular house-hunt. Retirement homes and communities come in every shape, size, and budget you [...]

How to Waterproof Your Home

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Do you know what the envelope of your home is? Just as the name “envelope” implies it is the skin of your home that protects you from the outdoor elements. The envelope of your home includes: the roof, walls and windows. These three areas are the keys to waterproofing your home. If they are [...]

Congratulations May 2016 TOPS

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A big congratulations to Debbie and Charlie for being the Best of the Best for May! ~ Rick Dejesus General Manager/Owner Big kudos go out to Debbie, Charlie and Kurt for an amazing month of production. Keep up the great work!! ~ Diann Patton Broker/Owner   Home - Where your story begins… To learn [...]

9 Tricks to Make the Moving Process Easier

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Check out these survival tips for you and your partner. We know the process of moving from one home to another can be super-stressful, but we're here to help make sure getting into your shiny, new home is easy. Below, see some tried-and-true tips to help make your move a lot smoother. Afterward, you [...]

Back in the Market: Navigating the New Tech-Centered World

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What if someone awakened from a long slumber — and decided to sell their home and buy a new one?  That’s sort of what many empty nesters and other long-term homeowners face today. Many have paid little or no attention to the dramatically altered real estate market. It’s not just that prices have changed: [...]

Ask These Key Questions Before You Hire a Home Inspector

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Buying a home is a huge financial and emotional commitment, we know that. Most of us purchase a home just a few times in our lifetime. It’s full of countless decisions: Is this the right house for my family? Is the neighborhood where we want to live? Can we afford it? Unfortunately, one of [...]

The 5 Spring Cleaning Trends that Go Way Beyond Clean

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If you’re among the 68 percent of adults, as reported by OnePoll, who feel daunted and uninspired about the prospect of spring cleaning, you may want to consider the positive mental aspects of meeting the task head-on. Psychology Today reports on the negative impact clutter can have on our mind and bodies, and the long-term [...]

5 Tips for Getting Your Home Ready for the Spring Real Estate Market

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Even though it’s the middle of the winter season, before you know it, spring will be here. Historically in Nevada County real estate markets, the spring is when it really begins to heat up. The spring real estate market generally yields the highest prices for those selling their home. This is only possible though [...]

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