Temecula Valley, Is It Time To Sell?

Posted on April 9, 2013 | Leave a comment

IS IT TIME TO SELL?

The real estate market in the Temecula Valley is showing more than just signs of recovery. More and more equity sellers are putting their homes on the market and selling their homes in a short period of time and at a higher price than we have seen in years. Foreclosure sales are still relevent but not in the record numbers that the media has given hype over. Short sale listings are scarce. Mortgage rates are ridiculously low. Buyers are everywhere and Realtors (including ourselves) are pounding the pavement looking for something to sell them!

Is it time for you to sell?

We can provide a professional opinion on potential value for your home to help you make that decision. We can be reached at 951-522-0518 April or 951-522-6308 Gary. Our email address is teamgreer@tarbell.com

The graph below is a snapshot of California in general. Keep in mind that some parts of California (Temecula included) tend to outpace others.

 

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Blog Promotion, Temecula

Posted on February 6, 2013 | 1 Comment

dollar signTo celebrate Valentines Day this year we will enter any new blog subscribers into a contest for a $50.00 gift certificate to the restaurant of your choice. If you are already subscribed to the blog- you will be entered automatically as a thank you for your support! If you aren’t a subscriber- all you have to do is scroll down to the right hand side and enter your e-mail address. (Subscribers need to be 18 years or older)

Deadline is Sunday, February 10th

****Winner was Tony Ritenour and he chose Love Boat Sushi**** Thanks for being a subscriber, Tony!

Thanks again for your support!

Gary & April Greer
teamgreer@tarbell.com
Living in the Temecula Valley!

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Temecula Youth Baseball

Temecula Youth Baseball

It’s that time again…final days for registering your little ponies for baseball in Temecula! Our boys have played spring ball in TYBB for the last 5 years and 2013 will not be an exception.

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It’s a great organization with lots of great dads, coaches, managers and team parents.

Go to Temecula Youth Baseball for more information.

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Hope to see your kids on the field!

031911_0135_OpenHouseTe4.jpgFor more information about buying or selling property in the Temecula Valley send us a message at teamgreer@tarbell.com or call us at 951-522-0518  /  951-522-6308

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Posted on January 2, 2013 in Living in Temecula, Uncategorized

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Living Thankful in The Temecula Valley 2012

Posted on November 24, 2012 | Leave a comment

We want to wish everyone a season of thankfullness.  May it last all year-long!

For more information about living and real estate in our beautiful valley contact us at 951-522-0518 or teamgreer@tarbell.com

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Free Rides, Inflatables and Candy-Temecula

Posted on October 11, 2012 | Leave a comment

Every year Rancho Community Church sponsors OCTOBER EXTRAVAGANZA on October 31, halloween night.  It takes place at the pumpkin patch carnival near the entrance to the church.  Church families and volunteers host game booths and give away tons of candy that the church collects from the community in the month of October.  The rides, inflatables and candy are free for anyone that wants to attend.

Gates open 5:30-6:30 pm for children with special needs.

Open to the public 6:30-9pm

 

Rancho Community Church is located at 31300 Rancho Community Way, Temecula CA 92592.

Hope to see you there!

For more about living in the Temecula Valley visit our BLOG

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Chardonnay Hills Community, Temecula, California

Posted on September 10, 2012 | Leave a comment

Chardonnay Hills will kick off our “Featured Community” this month.  It’s located in the middle of Temecula, at the end of the city limits prior to heading into the wine country area.  It’s recognized most by the rock fountain entrance on Rancho California Road with the giant wrought iron gates that are set in a permanent open position.

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The community features homes from 1600 Square Feet up to nearly 4000 so it offers a wide range of variety in size and floorplan.  There are currently homes for sale starting in the low to mid $200,000′s. Due to the maturity of the community, homeownership turnover is low.  Many of the lots are spacious and offer views.

The community association consists of $110.00 per month currently and features 2 community pool areas, tennis courts, BBQ and Picnic areas, playground structures, sand volleyball, basketball and meandering walkways and trails within the neighborhood.

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This community boasted “NO MELLO-ROOS” signs when it was being built and the property taxes here are very low because of that.  The homes were so popular in the new construction phase that we once waited in line at 6:00am in the morning to put down a deposit at a phase release for our clients that were moving from out of state.

For More Information About Temecula and the Surrounding Communities, please call me at 951-522-0518 or email to teamgreer@tarbell.com  We’re happy to answer any of your questions.  We’ve lived here since 1991!

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5 Things to Avoid When Showing Your Home

Posted on June 22, 2012 | Leave a comment

We should probably start with what TO DO when showing your home but seriously knowing what NOT TO DO may be just as important.  Keep in mind that these are general tips that have been proven over and over by experience.  They don’t apply to every situation…but why take that chance?

Our Top 5 Things NOT to do-

  1. Overdue it with candles, plug-ins and scented sprays  Some people are very sensitive and certain scents may cause allergic reactions or just simply discomfort.  Research shows a light vanilla scent is most universally safe.
  2. Hose down entryways and patios off the house right before showings or open houses  It may cause slipping or mess and it will discourage most buyers from wanting to step onto the back patio if it is wet.
  3. Close or lock any interior doors  Interior doors should be left open to let light travel into the dark interior spaces of the house and buyers are very uncomfortable about opening doors.
  4. Be home during showings or open houses  Take a walk or drive around if you have to.  We can’t express to you enough how uncomfortable buyers are if you are there.  They will spend no time in the home, nor will they be able to discuss any objections or ideas.  This is crucial conversation that needs to be had while in the home.  There is additional concern on the Buyer drawing you into potential conversations that you do not want to have.
  5. Leave out mail, bills or small valuables, jewelry and trinkets  Unfortunately we have to worry about this.  Mail, bills and anything that may have identifying or sensitive information needs to be out of sight for identity theft issues.  Also we prefer that any palm size valuables be put away during the home selling process.

If you are planning to sell a home in Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, Wildomar or Winchester…we make a great partner!  Call us for more information                     at 951-522-0518 or teamgreer@tarbell.com

 

 

 

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Why Have a Buyer’s Agent?

Posted on June 11, 2012 | 1 Comment

It’s unfortunate that people still try to go it alone on their home buying journey.  They don’t realize that at some point a relationship is going to be made with an agent and in some cases it will be completely unintentional.  Here are some quick facts to help:

  1. As your agent, we will be your agent and work 100% in your corner throughout the entire transaction.  You need what we have to offer…access to every home you want to see, information to make an educated offer and quality follow through from the professional packaging of your offer to the delivery of keys on a successful closing.
  2. You don’t pay us, the Seller does.  We work completely for free until the transaction closes and then we collect a portion of the Seller’s proceeds as our fee.  This fee is pre-determined and set by the Seller when the home comes on the market.
  3. You need to choose us before another agent chooses you.  If you are not represented…the agent you randomly call to have a house opened for you or if you walk into the open house of your dreams…you just picked the agent that happens to be there for better or worse.

So Stop Driving Around in Circles Trying to Find Your Next Home!  We Can Help You with Any Property, Even New Construction!

Call or email us at (951) 522-6308 or teamgreer@tarbell.com to get started.

 

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“Arm’s Length Affadavit” on a Short Sale

Posted on April 9, 2012 | Leave a comment

It’s important that anyone considering the need or desire to short sale their property know what the “Arm’s Length Affadavit” document is.  Most banks will require this form to be signed at some point in the process of approving the short sale terms and/or at closing.  In most cases the real estate agents will be asked to sign right along with Mr. Buyer and Mr. Seller.  Holding your breath and hoping it doesn’t appear is not recommended.

The form will vary by lender but the guts of it will be the same.  In order to get your short sale approved all parties involved will have to agree in writing that

A.  The Seller will not remain in the home.   Period.  

B.  The Buyer and Seller do not have any type of prior relationship.  Meaning mom and dad can’t buy your house at a great price.  Neither can your business partner or your brother, or…well you get the picture.

C.  The Seller will not profit in any way in the sale.  No cash changing hands on the side.

D.  The Seller will not regain ownership of the home at a later date.  A family member can’t buy your house and then give it or sell it back to you.

Clearly this is a form that has brought about heated debate in real estate and legal circles (whether it is legal, if and how it could be enforced, etc.) however it remains an issue on most short sales.  This is not an inclusive list but a variation of what we’ve seen in the forms.  Each bank has their own form with their own terms.  This is not intended to be legal advice, it will be up to the parties involved in each transaction what they will or won’t sign.  Some of the banks do not have this form at all.

For more information about short-selling your Temecula Valley home please email us at teamgreer@tarbell.com and request a free copy of our “Short Sale Report”.

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Temecula Wine Country Coupons!

Posted on March 14, 2012 | 3 Comments

In the last year I have become a coupon fanatic!  I haven’t done the exact savings in spreadsheet form or anything but I am pretty confident that I have cut our grocery, sundries monthly bill nearly in half.  I am simply matching coupons with sales.  No sale-no purchase.  Although there have been a few exceptions…and we still have our Costco membership because sometimes they just can’t be beat.

Well lo and behold I stumbled across coupons for the Temecula Valley Wine Country today.  Where have I been?  There are 2 for 1 wine tasting, lunch discounts and more…click here to go there  compliments of the Temecula Valley Wine Growers Association and enjoy!

For more information about buying or selling property in the Temecula Valley call us at 951-522-0518 / 951-522-6308 or at teamgreer@tarbell.com

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