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Gold Country Homes
April 13 - April 19, 2018 Volume 15
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12018 HEMLOCK DRIVE • AUBURN MLS #10081702
3185 RATTLESNAKE ROAD • NEWCASTLE LIGHT AND BRIGHT is the feeling in this three bedroom, double wide home located in one of Auburn’s favorite 55+ Parks. The open flow of this floor plan will invite family and friends to gather and make memories when they visit. Get creative with bonus space! Located on a level space for easy access. Close to shopping, professional services, transportation and Hwy 49. Make it yours! SEE PAM 530-913-1000 Lic. #01724795 $29,950
MAGNIFICENT CUSTOM BUILT HOME WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS! Spectacular Folsom Lake views from the top of this 21 acre fully irrigated parcel. Magnificent custom built 3100+sf home with vaulted ceilings and custom quality wood work. Covered front entry, gracious foyer. Formal and informal dining. Separate living room with fireplace and a wall of windows that frame the expansive lake view. Master bedroom features lake view and fireplace with adjoining luxury bath. Bring your cattle and/or plant that dream vineyard. SEE SANDRA 530-852-2858 Lic. #01351281 $1,350,000
MLS #18018538
3043 RED DEER COURT • AUBURN INCREDIBLE VIEWS FROM THIS BEAUTIFUL SINGLE LEVEL HOME IN GATED WINDSONG ESTATES! Incredible views from this beautiful single level custom built home. Open concept with 10 ft ceilings. Stone Fireplace. Extra large master suite with two master baths, one with jetted tub. Large walk-in closets. Master opens to covered patio for morning coffee. Gourmet kitchen with abundant cabinetry. Center island and dining bar. Private in home office. Four car garage with sink and built in cabinets. Large unfinished upstairs Bonus area is plumbed and wired for a guest suite with bathroom. Privately Situated on 2 plus acres in Fabulous gated Windsong Estates. SEE SUE 530-308-1157 Lic. #00759416 $697,500
MLS #17073669
9010 HUBBARD ROAD • AUBURN COUNTRY CHARMER! The private driveway meanders through a 30 acre oak forest with scattered moss covered rocks until you are greeted by a Picturesque red barn, horse corral and arena. Handsome 3542 square foot log home complete with a wrap around porch is perfectly situated on a bluff overlooking dramatic views of the Sacramento valley. Country kitchen with commercial Wolf range. Open floor plan. Outstanding as a cattle ranch or secluded living. Compound? A parcel split is possible. Make your memories now. SEE SUE 530-308-1157 Lic. #00759416 $975,000 MLS #18003500
Parcel 2 MLS #18021853 Parcel 4 MLS #18021604
MARATHON DRIVE PARCEL (2 & 4) • AUBURN SPLIT TO BUILD! Calling all builders! Split and build 3 or 4 houses on this Very special property in excellent location. Quiet cul de sac setting. Zoned to split for 3 additional lots. All city amenities at site. Adjacent lot has newly built home. Beautiful homes in the neighborhood. Less than 5 minutes from Bel Air Shopping Center. Minutes from I-80. 2 split able parcels available. Motivated seller will carry financing for a qualified buyer with 20% down and 6% interest per annum for 3 years. PARCEL 2: $249,000 PARCEL 4: $229,000 SEE SUE 530-308-1157 Lic. #00759416
RATTLESNAKE ROAD • NEWCASTLE A VIEW IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS! Magnificent Folsom Lake view from the very top of this rare 5 acre parcel. Several great building sites. Irrigation water is available. Well and septic testing is needed. Partially fenced. Don’t be afraid of the cows. In an area of million dollar estates. SEE SUE 530-308-1157 Lic. #00759416 $455,000
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GOLD COUNTRY HOMES • April 13-19, 2018
Inspector advises removing padlock from electrical panel Dear Barry:
The people who are buying our house hired a home inspector. His report advised removing the padlock from our electrical panel. This seems like a pointless recommendation, since there are no electrical problems in the panel, and because there is no ordinance against locking the panel. We're just
Barry Stone Inspector’s in the House
trying to make sure no one tampers with our panel. We previously lived in a high-crime area and had a series of problems until we began securing the pan-
“At BBR, we wouldn’t disclose this as ‘Not for people who don’t like stairs’”!
Lic. #01077490
FRED MERRIAM
Broker Associate Certified Foreclosure Specialist
fred_merriam@sbcglobal.net
530-885-5858
el. We now live in a safer community but feel more comfortable with the lock. What do you think about locking an electric panel? Alex Dear Alex:
In urban areas, where crime is common, electrical service panels are often fastened with padlocks. In suburban or rural communities, tampering with electrical panels is uncommon, and padlocks are rarely used. For general safety reasons, it is best for circuit breakers to be readily accessible. In cases of emergency, delayed access can have serious consequences. If a circuit breaker needs to be reset on a dark and rainy night, you wouldn't want to be searching for a mislaid key. If an emergency, such as a fire, requires that the pow-
12597 Wolf Road, Grass Valley Private Country Estate on 4.8 acres, 2505 SF, minutes from Grass Valley or Auburn. One in a million, bring horses. Possible vineyard, opportunities! MLS #17077723
$790,000
er be turned off, immediate access to the main breaker could be crucial. In fact, fire departments prefer that panels not be locked because it is their practice to shut off the power to a building prior to commencing a fire fight. When they have to cut off a padlock, precious seconds can be lost. Padlocks are not the only ways that access to an electrical panel can be restricted. Service panels are sometimes obscured behind unmaintained foliage. Interior panels can be blocked by storage or by furniture. The electrical code actually requires 36 inches of unrestricted clearance in front of an electrical panel. For optimal home safety, unimpeded accessibility is a wise practice at all electric panels.
Dear Barry:
Whenever I turn off the shower faucet, a loud thump can be heard inside the wall. Even when I'm on the other side of the house, I can hear a knock in the walls when someone else uses the shower. According to the home inspector who checked our house, this could cause damage to the water pipes. I don't want to spend money on a plumber unless it is absolutely necessary. Do you think I have a serious problem? Eva Dear Eva:
The thumping noise you describe is commonly known as "water hammer." This condition usually occurs when pipes are loosely attached within the walls, especially in homes where the water pressure is high or where air is trapped within the water lines. When a
faucet is turned off suddenly, immediate stoppage of the water flow can jar the piping due to the abrupt increase in pressure. When this happens, loose pipes can knock against the wood framing inside the walls, causing an audible knock. In most cases, water hammer is nothing more than a minor nuisance and is unlikely to result in any significant plumbing problems. If you have excessive water pressure, the hammering could have more serious effects. To be sure, you should hire a licensed plumber to check the pressure, to install a pressure regulator if needed, and to install hammer arrestors in the supply lines to your shower. Distributed by Action Coast Publishing. To write to Barry Stone, please visit him on the web at housedetective.com.
325 Duncan Hill, Auburn Valley Views & Immaculate 3 bd/2ba home on 1.2 acres with beautiful views.
Kary Smiley
MLS #18020436
$518,900
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April 13-19, 2018 • GOLD COUNTRY HOMES
Seller’s market remaining strong A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about a listing I had that received five offers in under 48 hours with two more waiting on the sidelines. Well, we closed escrow this week. The basics of the transaction are as such: A 21-day escrow, cash offer, over asking price. I also suggested if anyone was on the fence about selling their home, this may be the time to do it. After reading several articles and talking with many Realtors, I’d like to change the words “may be” (in the last sentence) to IS. Low inventory and a high number of buyers are making this market a seller’s dream come true. I’d like to share with you some of the things learned from recent transactions, other Realtors and Brokers and the media, along with some selling tips to help provide a smooth transaction for all. Please note, some of this information has not been sourced and is based off conversations with professionals in the field. First, I spoke with a couple of agents in the Santa Rosa area. They said 35 percent of homeowners who were victims of the
Kristi Meyer Ways to Save
fire, are choosing not to rebuild and cashing out. A lot of people are coming here from Santa Rosa and other Bay Area locations because our housing is so much more affordable, we have less traffic and it’s a beautiful place to be. I also heard about a news story that told of a busload of Realtors who came from the Bay Area to our area looking for homes for their buyers. A price of $1.1 million can buy a flat in the city, or acreage and a nice sized home in Placer County. In several magazines and websites, you can read about the lack of inventory and high demand from buyers. In talking with local agents, a lot of listings are receiving multiple offers shortly after putting a home on the market. Buyers do not want to miss the boat and are anxious to purchase a home. I hear it from my own buyers as
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well as see it at my open houses. One article I read said equity is growing so fast in homes it can beat out an hourly minimum wage job’s earnings. The Feds are projecting three interest rate hikes this year. If that happens, it seems things will have to change. So, hold onto your hat and let’s see where the year takes us! If you are selling your home, here are a few tips to help make it an easy transaction: Be sure to get a pest inspection prior to putting the home on the market. Be prepared to have your well and septic system pumped and inspected once you get into escrow, if not prior to listing home. Take care of the little items — touch up paint if needed, change dead light bulbs, clean the roof of debris and heavy moss, show the home has been maintained and cared for as that makes buyers less weary. Keep your home clean and your yard tidy while on market, even if vacant. When you receive an offer, be sure the proof of funds come with the offer and have your Realtor
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call the lender to verify the worthiness of the buyers. Our contract defaults to three days but if they are writing the offer, they should be able to prove they have the means to do so at that time. If you have multiple offers, be sure to look at the terms, the
highest price may not be the best offer. Remember, the devil is in the details. These are just some of the Ways to Save from having a tough transaction. Selling a home can be stressful, so any steps you can take to make it less stressful is in your
Turnkey Single Level on 2.3 Usable Acres 3 BD / 2 BA MLS 18018577 $509,000
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3012 Legends Dr. Lot 2 Fruitvale Road 2800 Omo Ranch Rd.
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GOLD COUNTRY HOMES • April 13-19, 2018
Recent real estate transactions in Placer County The following transactions took place between March 21 and 29, 2018. Information provided by Core Logic.
Average Price:
$523,031
Alpine Meadows Address
Price
400 Squaw Creek Rd 730
$178,000
Address 24555 Lowe St
Price $125,000
5536 Cold Springs Dr
$454,000
5111 Bella Vista Cir
$810,000
Granite Bay
Applegate Address
Price
16475 Applegate Rd
$315,000
400 Ponderosa Hts
$767,500
Auburn Address
Price
11702 Quartz Dr 2
$120,000
3531 Town Ct 1
$130,000
1219 Taylor Ln
$402,500
340 Bridgeview Dr
$490,000
1610 Foxridge Cir
$592,000
3048 Red Deer Ct
$605,000
10040 Wise Rd
$625,000
9140 Upper Valley Rd
$682,500
6 Terrace Ct
$850,000
1685 Vista Del Monte
$900,000
Carnelian Bay Address
Address
Colfax Address
387 Washington Irving Dr
$380,000
19350 Black Oak Ln
$535,000
Emigrant Gap Address
Price
48987 Hampshire Rocks Rd
Foresthill
$287,000
1184 Marseille Ln
$365,000
2357 Winding Way
$372,000
4709 Racetrack Rd
$338,000
1255 Crescendo Dr
$375,000
1641 Calabasa Dr
$400,000
5456 Butano Way
$406,000
1032 Impressionist Loop
$389,000
430 Wood Duck Ct
$417,500
2139 Collet Quarry Dr
$420,000
400 Dawnridge Rd
$400,000
1350 Mockingbird Ln
$427,100
5404 Butte Cir
$437,000
3201 Parkham Dr
$415,000
207 Albion Ct
$429,000
4830 Hartwick Rd
$440,000
1030 Mcrae Way
$422,500
598 Tara Bella Dr
$440,000
2077 Archer Cir
$450,000
1525 Quail Cir
$426,000
$545,000
2259 Thomsen Way
$442,000
6510 Hoover Ct
$475,000
4233 Enchanted Cir
$427,000
6777 Iowa Ct
$595,000
212 Mariner Cir
$447,500
3323 Stanford Village Ct
$480,000
1924 Santa Ines St
$428,000
5020 Knightswood Way
$652,000
420 Graeagle Ct
$465,000
6590 Carlsbad Ct
$485,000
1225 Laysan Teal Dr
$430,000
9836 Wesbourne Way
$757,000
1649 Storeyfield Ln
$500,000
2704 Fleet Cir
$490,000
316 Trimstone Ct
$431,000
8373 Tracy Ter
$816,000
2830 Fox Den Cir
$585,000
5228 Levison Way
$512,000
2444 Kinsella Way
$435,000
8260 Robert Ct
$860,000
2616 Garden Bar Rd
$700,000
4372 Newland Heights Dr
$515,000
4256 Wild Oat Way
$439,000
9817 Beckenham Dr
$869,000
475 Shadow Lake Ct
$800,000
3514 Marlee Way
$520,000
1956 Santa Ines St
$442,500
5195 Parkford Cir
$897,000
4703 Adam Ct
$575,000
806 Cottonwood Dr
$455,000
876 Calico Dr
$590,000
3073 Oak Trail Way
$470,000
$428,000
3844 Coldwater Dr
$600,000
4193 Vittorio Dr
$475,000
5761 Angelo Dr
$470,000
5390 3Rd St
$634,000
1811 Via Invierno
$480,000
5508 Mallard Ct
$499,000
826 Kali Pl
$715,000
600 Crestfield Cir
$480,000
4437 Greenbrae Rd
$825,000
2660 Summerland Way
$495,000
524 Yuma Ct
$505,000
9081 Pinto Canyon Way
$560,000
$181,000
2065 Cattledrive Way
$565,000
501 Gibson Dr 1523
$215,000
221 Keehner Ave
$575,000
1501 Secret Ravine Pkwy 1913
$225,000
117 Laysan Teal Ct
$590,000
1332 Puebla Way
$251,000
3112 Demartini Dr
$615,000
701 Gibson Dr 825
$264,500
9752 Weddington Cir
$1,100,000
6242 Calle Montalvo Cir
$1,150,000
9753 Wexford Cir
$1,563,000
9860 Wexford Cir
$1,740,000
Loomis Address
Price
3594 Boone Ln
Homewood
Meadow Vista
Address
Price $603,500
Address 530 Cole Rd
$355,000
Price $299,100
Address
Price
6990 Chili Hill Rd
Lincoln
$735,000
Penryn
Address
Price
503 O St
$250,000
1325 Incline Dr
$272,000
1500 Topanga Ln 207
$295,100
1330 Incline Dr 2
$301,000
1107 Hudson Cir
$315,000
2540 Inverness Dr
$353,500
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Address
Price
2260 Delmar Ave
$615,000
4552 Leisa Ln
$1,005,000
Rocklin Address
Price
2703 Zephyr Cv 1074
Address 123 Alta Ave
Newcastle
Address
Roseville
Price
Kings Beach
Price $315,000
$272,000
730 Intarsia Ct
600 N Shore Blvd
24188 Grand View Ave
5625 Adobe Rd
$420,000
4155 Madrone Ave $545,000
$371,500
8098 Olive Pl
Price
5641 Dakar Rd
Price
1514 Briar Ln
$265,000
Price
Tahoe City
40 Marty Cir
$275,000
Address
Price
1138 Ravine View Dr
$300,000
3600 N Lake Blvd 46
1228 Chablis Cir
$325,000
1088 Impressionist Loop
$350,000
Address
1422 Everett Way
$355,000
7556 Timberrose Way
$365,000
3171 Aspen Grove Rd 13031 Ritz Carlton Highlands Ct
$1,185,000
Truckee Price $215,000 $2,150,000
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1305 Deerwood Place - Auburn
This is one hot property here - we received multiple offers in 7 days well over asking.
1194 Humbug Way - Auburn
Represented buyer against multiple offers a strong buyer & great terms put us on top! $689,000
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450 Foresthill Ave - Auburn
Charming bungalow right on the canyon rim. Sold in 5 days, multiple offers, $19,000 over asking! $494,000 Commercial
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Why should I sign an exclusive contract? Question:
I am a first time homebuyer, and I was referred to a Realtor by one of my coworkers. On our first meeting he asked me to sign a contract he referred to as an exclusive buyer-broker agreement. I was a little shocked about the idea of being locked in an agreement. I told him I needed some time to think about it and I left with an uncomfortable feeling. Maybe he asked me to sign it because I am young and a first time homebuyer. Could you tell me if this is common practice? Answer:
To answer your question in short, some Realtors will only work with a buyer under an exclusive buyer-broker contract. This decision is up to the individual Realtor’s discretion. Let’s look at why some Realtors may have this policy. Realtors only get paid a commission when a home closes escrow. They do not receive a salary as they are independent contractors. The companies they work for
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Kari McCoy The Real McCoy
do not give them a salary; in fact it is quite the opposite. Realtors pay out-of-pocket for all their business expenses such as desk fees, use of computers, marketing, internet, insurance, health insurance, errors and omissions insurance, cost to belong to the multiple listing board, etc. When a homeowner decides to sell their home, they hire a Realtor and a binding listing contract is written up. This contract assures the Realtor will be paid for all of their hard work and experience when the home is sold. Likewise, when a buyer wants to purchase a home, they hire a Realtor to help them through the process. The only way a buyer’s Realtor gets paid is if they write up the purchase contract and that home sells. In the event the Realtor and buyer don’t have an
exclusive buyer-broker contract, a buyer could use months or even years of the Realtor’s time, effort, energy, knowledge looking at homes with the Realtor and ultimately elect not to use that Realtor. In this event, the poor Realtor has worked their buns off and will not receive one penny for all their hard work. As you can see this would be a very good reason for a Realtor to want to work with a buyer using the exclusive buyer-broker agreement to ensure all of their efforts, expertise, and hard work transpire into a paycheck. A plus for a buyer working with an exclusive buyer-broker agreement is they do not have to hop from Realtor to Realtor looking for properties; the buyer may rest assured their exclusive agent is already hopping for them. When working with an exclusive buyer-broker agreement, here are some of the duties of the Realtor: • Represent you as a true client. • Email listings that fit
the buyer’s guidelines as soon as properties hit the market. • Call the listing agents to determine the availability, reason for selling, and so on. • Making appointments with the sellers ahead of time to fit the buyer’s schedule. • Show you all the homes on the market that meet your needs • Keep your negotiation and financial position confidential. • Offer market analyses of comparable sold and pending sales of market conditions, to help keep you informed to make a correct offering price. • Write an offer with only your best interest in mind. • Call attention to potential negative aspects of each property so you can make a fully informed decision. • Offer good sources of lenders, inspectors, Pest/ termite companies and others. • Get you the lowest price. • Guide you through the maze of the escrow process to the closing date.
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COURTESY
There is no right or wrong answer in electing to work with an exclusive buyer-broker contract. As a buyer, in having an exclusive buyer-broker agreement you avoid the possible conflict of interest in dual agency, which occurs when one agent represents both the buyer and seller. Before hiring a Buyer’s Agent you should consider spending some time with him or her, you would be wise to spend an afternoon looking at some homes while getting to know more about the Realtor and their qualifications. See if their personality is a good match with yours. There is no right or wrong answer in signing
fter interviewing Gayle to list my two historic properties in downtown Auburn, I knew I had the right person due to her upbringing in the community, knowledge of the local real estate market and her fabulous warm personality. I would recommend Gayle to anyone in the Auburn area as she has a proven track record and she even impressed me in which I have nearly 30 years in the real estate business. She helped me reach my dreams and I won’t forget her for that. I am a very satisfied customer and would not hesitate to use her again.
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~ Christopher Conway, San Mateo
and electing to work with an exclusive buyer-broker contract. It is an individual choice for each buyer. Buying a home is a significant financial decision and since it doesn’t cost the buyer to have their own sole representation, why would anyone not want to have their own professional in their corner with a myriad of complex decisions to be made. Kari McCoy owns the Kari McCoy Group, Residential Real estate, at Lyon Real Estate and can be reached at 916-941-9540 or sold@karimccoygroup.com.
Gayle Morris 530.320.8177 Lic. #01986541
www.gmorris.golyon.com
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GOLD COUNTRY HOMES • April 13-19, 2018
Property of the Week
Open Sunday, April 15th from 1-4pm
363 Rio Vista Drive, Auburn Beautiful 1940’s California/Mediterranean mini estate has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a basement and mostly flat 3/4 acre lot. With Sierra and Lake Clementine views, home is in original condition. There are carved wood details, wood floors, 3 fireplaces and 2 master suites. Enter on the main floor. Garage and large basement with bonus room downstairs and 2nd master suite or family room with huge balcony is upstairs. The very private, end of the road location is convenient to the freeway, dining and shopping. Also offered with 2 lots behind for $699,000 MLS 17056004 & MLS17056003 MLS #17055976
$549,000
Open House! Ann Bryant 530.320.8407
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Lic. #00965549
www.Annbryant.golyon.com
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April 13-19, 2018 • GOLD COUNTRY HOMES
GOLD COUNTRY HOMES • April 13-19, 2018
Property of the Week
Open Sunday, April 15th from 1-4pm
363 Rio Vista Drive, Auburn Beautiful 1940’s California/Mediterranean mini estate has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a basement and mostly flat 3/4 acre lot. With Sierra and Lake Clementine views, home is in original condition. There are carved wood details, wood floors, 3 fireplaces and 2 master suites. Enter on the main floor. Garage and large basement with bonus room downstairs and 2nd master suite or family room with huge balcony is upstairs. The very private, end of the road location is convenient to the freeway, dining and shopping. Also offered with 2 lots behind for $699,000 MLS 17056004 & MLS17056003 MLS #17055976
$549,000
Open House! Ann Bryant 530.320.8407
GoLyon.com
Lic. #00965549
www.Annbryant.golyon.com
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GOLD COUNTRY HOMES • April 13-19, 2018
Should you buy that fixer home? You’ve been watching the DIY channel forever. You love a good project and really want a place to call your own. Then, out of the blue, it happens. On a walk down to the coffee shop, you see the “For Sale” side in front of an old Edwardian. It’s a great old house — interesting with big windows and just enough yard. You make the call and schedule a showing.
Major structural flaws, like a sagging wall, could be an indication of a much bigger problem.
Kathy Fitzhenry Realtor
As soon as the Realtor opens the door you see those gorgeous old floors, panel walls and the charming foyer. You are smitten. A handsome property in its day, but
it needs a ton of work to bring it back to life. Back at the coffee shop, you share your discovery with your friends. One of whom just went through
Selling land the Wright way! Providing Fantastic Living Opportunities in the Foothills 13055 Dry Creek Rd. $185,000
No CCR’s. Well is in. NID water on property.
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1) Unattractive vs. really broken Inspect the property carefully with an careful eye to front running major flaws. Cosmetic fixes, like paint or curing the horrifying smell in the kitchen, can often be remedied with relatively easy solutions. But major structural flaws, like a sagging wall, could be an indication of a much bigger problem. In those cases, it might just be a better answer to walk away than attempt a remodel.
2) Take the time to do the repairs correctly
What are you waiiting for? Builders Dream nestled on private drive. 2.3 acres dotted with majestic oaks and pines. Sewer easement and annexation approved.
T.R. Wright Company
a home renovation project and shares the lessons she learned along the way.
530-308-7676 or 530-885-8855 Koylynn Webdell
If you decide to re-tile or paint, take the time to do the job the right way. Home improvement stores like Lowe's and Home Depot offer classes on a wide range of homeowner repairs which can save you time and money.
3) Ballpark your costs and get a couple of
11689 Lorenson Road ~ Auburn, CA Lic. #00429178
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Many fixes have a simple solution.
bids, then negotiate Time and material costs can vary widely depending on the extent of the project. Figure out what is a reasonable estimate for the job, then see if you contractor is willing to work with you to lower the cost.
4) Hire the right professional for the job Everyone knows a great handyman, but remodel projects typically require the services of a contractor. Remember there are liability issues to consider. Make sure your contractor is li-
censed and insured.
5) Look at all your loan options Once you look at the costs involved, discuss it with your lender. There are some great programs out there that allow buyers to borrow the amount that the house will be worth after the remodel. Armed with some great advice, you have a lot to think about. But you also know, with hard work and a little luck anything is possible. Kathy Fitzhenry is a Realtor with Lyon Real Estate. You can reach her at 916-230-5362.
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3 simple tips to keep rabbits away They sneak in silently once the sun goes down. They ravage your delicate garden and stunning landscape. If you do happen to catch a glimpse, they’ll run fast as lightning to safety so they can dine in your yard while you’re not around. No, this isn’t a plot from some cinematic thriller; it’s a daily occurrence for homeowners with outdoor space. Rabbits can quickly take a toll on any size yard, and can easily climb into raised beds and nibble away at your painstakingly planted container creations. Wild rabbits have a big appetite and your garden and landscape is like a tempting, bottomless salad bar. And where there’s one, there’s more: The gestation period for a rabbit
averages just 30 days. To protect your yard from rabbits, you first need to identify their presence. Because they often come out at dawn and sunset, you may rarely see them. According to the animal repellent experts at Bobbex, these are the top signs that you’ve got rabbits: 1. Plant damage low to the ground, often a few inches above the soil 2. A clean, 45-degree angled cut on the end of stems and leaves 3. Woody plants debarked up to 16 inches from the ground 4. Piles of rabbit droppings (dark pea-sized pellets) If you do catch a glimpse of the furry intruder, you may be able to identify the most
common wild rabbit species. Cottontails are common throughout North America, identified by their short tail that resembles a tuft of cotton. Snowshoes are typically found in rocky, mountainous terrain and are identified by their large feet with white fur during winter and rusty brown fur during warmer months. Finally, the speedy jackrabbit is known for its incredibly long ears and powerful hind legs. Once you know you have rabbits ravaging your yard, it’s time to take action. There are a few ways to safely repel them before the damage is done.
Step 1: Build and bury barriers Fencing can be an effective way to keep rabbits at bay. If
you’re targeting rabbits, the fence only needs to be 3 feet tall as they are unlikely to jump over it. However, you’ll have to bury the fence underground since rabbits are experts at burrowing up to a foot below the surface to access a tasty food source.
Step 2: Repel and remove temptation Bobbex-R Repellent is all natural, environmentally friendly and proven effective at protecting ornamental plantings from small, fourlegged garden critters such as rabbits. Usable in any weather, it won’t burn plants or wash off. Use it as a bulb dip to deter underground damage or spray it at the mouth of burrows to prevent animals from re-en-
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Step 3: Remove the creature’s comforts Many homeowners are surprised to find rabbits have made a home under stairs or in a shed. If you don’t want rabbits nesting and raising families in your yard, remove brush and other debris that could provide them easy shelter and spray a repellent in those areas to maintain rabbit-free hiding places. These three simple steps will help you safely repel rabbits so you can fully enjoy the beauty and bounty of your outdoor space. To learn more, visit bobbex. com. ~ BrandPoint
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5 deep-cleaning jobs that are oddly satisfying W het her it’s scr ubbing through grime to reveal a sparkling surface, cleaning dust bunnies from under applia nc e s or or ga n i z i ng you r pa nt r y, t here’s something oddly satisf y i n g a b out a de e p clean. According to a recent su r vey conducted on behalf of Clorox, lots of people get t he good vibes f lowing when it’s cleaning day. Seventyone percent say it makes them feel relaxed, while 57 percent say they feel accomplished. Of the most oddly satisfying places to clean in the house, 34 percent say they find their bliss after cleaning the countertops, while a clean microwave lends that special feeling to anoth-
According to a recent survey conducted on behalf of Clorox, lots of people get the good vibes flowing when it’s cleaning day. Seventy-one percent say it makes them feel relaxed, while 57 percent say they feel accomplished. Transform any room in the house by cleaning all the windows.
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er 30 percent. To reach that spring cleaning joy, try some of
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t hese not-so-obv ious cleaning jobs that will transform the look and feel of your space into a springtime sanctuary.
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ma ke your bat hroom grout look ding y, but with the right approach, the grout stains will disappear. Start by wetting the tile w ith a cloth. Then, dip a sponge into a gallon bucket of water with 3/4 cup of bleach
and wipe down the tile. Wait five minutes for disinfecting, rinse and viola! Your tiles will shine, offset by the clean lines of white grout.
Microwave:
about it, but a lot of hardto-remove food residue ac c u mu l at e s i n ou r microwaves and we rarely spend the time to give it a t horoug h clea n. Microwave a cup of water and in five minutes the steam will help loosen t he sta i ns. A Clorox Disinfecting Wipe will take care of those extra stubborn messes.
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CLEANING:
Of the most oddly satisfying places to clean in the house, 34 percent say they find their bliss continued from 10 Dust: after cleaning the countertops, while a clean In addition to moving microwave lends that special feeling to another aside the beds, appliances and other heavy pieces 30 percent. of furniture to get those dust bunnies, make sure you’re tackling the not-so-obvious places. Use the vacuum’s brush attachment to clear your HVAC register vents and don’t forget to dust the tops of fan blades.
Windows: Those panes have taken quite a beating over the months. It’s time to get a soft sponge and a bucket of warm, soapy water to defeat the smudges and layers of dirt, and then wipe them
clean with a squeegee. You’ll love how sparkling clean glass transforms the room.
Outdoor surfaces: Right outside your back door is a golden opportunity for a deep clean. Rent or borrow a pressure washer, and once it’s set up, you can enjoy watching the blast of water and degreaser effortlessly turn your concrete walkways and driveway into bright clean surfaces — like
a magic wand. To easily remove the mold and mildew off your deck and patio furniture, add 3/4 cup of bleach to a gallon of water and swipe away the stains from seasons past. Try these tips and enjoy basking in the satisfaction of a deepcleaned house. To find the tools you need for the job, visit Clorox.com/ satisfyingspringclean/. ~ BrandPoint
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A Split Level home perfect for family with kids, in-laws or guests to have their own space with total privacy! Home is 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths on 2.5 acres with updating throughout the home. Light & Bright with ample windows providing wonderful views among the trees. Room for your toys, hobbies & more with a two car attached garage plus additional 1 car detached garage with workshop area! Come see all this home has to offer! See listing at www.381pinewoodway.com
Bring your hammer and nails! Home has much potential but needs work! Home is 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on 1 acre in Meadow Vista.
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IN PINE COUNTRY AND CLOSE TO THE LAKE! Well located 1.2 Acres ready to go for your new home! This county approved building site has a well, septic installed, rough drive with power and phone available and is located on a county maintained paved road. Perfect for your custom home or manufactured home placement. MLS 17072328 Great price at $89,000
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34255 Foresthill Road
This 2bd/2ba 4,000sf home sits on 127.5 flat acres – 3 parcels sold together. Unique property has a airstrip, 40x80 hanger/shop, a 40x40 2 story with 2bd/1ba living quarters (post & beam construction-160#roof load), greenhouse & 9 plots, off grid. MLS 18006227 $661,500
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NEW HOME IN WEIMAR @ the end of the road on 2.38 acres. Very private- 3 bdrms, 2 baths, open floorplan. Kitchen features painted cabinets, Stainless appliances, granite counter tops w/large center island. Great Room has vaulted ceilings with recessed lighting & laminate floors. Large Mstr Bdrm w/access to back covered patio. Inside Laundry Room. 2 car garage- NEW! MLS 18015160 $565,000
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EXQUISITE 6326 SF estate in prestigious Winchester County Club. MLS 18011401 $1,588,000
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WONDERFUL ALTA GETAWAY – on 4.5 acres in Alta beautiful 3385 SF custom built home, a charming stone cottage & a lg 2 story workshop. This 3-4bd/3ba w/separate office, a craft room & a bonus room in additional to the spacious living provided in the kitchen, living, sunroom & sun porch. MLS #17078189 $679,000 Check out all photos & details at
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VALLEY VIEWS & IMMACULATE 3 bd/2ba home on 1.2 acres with beautiful views. MLS 18020436 $518,900
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Tony Gosalvez
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LAKEFRONT LAKE of the PINES Great Family lakefront home. Your own boat dock & boat lift. 5bdrm 4.5 bth home with a separate f/room, 3 fireplaces. 3400 sf. $1,060,000
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site, irrigation & metered water available. MLS 18013484 $119,000
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Century 21 Cornerstone
530.906.4715
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4 BEDROOMS, OFFICE, 3 Baths and Family Room. Views of the Golf Course, Waterfall, and super-sized Garage. 2726 SF. MLS 18016393 $499,000. Call Cj at 530-906-4715
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BRAND NEW CUSTOM 1 story home located in The Vineyards! Beautiful finishes, fantastic floor plan. 3810 SF, 4 BR, 3.5 BA. Builder has other projects. Call today for more information. MLS 18017202 $989,000
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CASUAL CUSTOM ELEGANCE in Naturewood Estates, Meadow Vista. 13 Lovely Acres, 4565 sq ft, with beautiful guest quarters with 2 bedroom, 2 bath, beautiful full kitchen. 1990 Naturewood Drive. MLS17066805 $970,000
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BEAUTIFUL 3,917 SF WINCHESTER HOME offers 5 bdrms, 4 full baths on 1 acre. Open floor plan. Chef’s kitchen, High beamed ceilings & lots of windows. Bamboo flooring thru out. Main level master suite 530.906.1889 danielle@sierrapacificrealestate.com w/walk in closet, en suite bath w/soaking tub & lrg shower. Main level has office/2nd bdrm. Downstairs: 3 bdrms, 2 baths & 2 bonus rms. Lic. #01469169 Home overlooks 10th green. MLS 18021653 $1,199,000
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