If you are selling your Davis home, you should be concerned with your listing agent‘s practice on presenting offers. Fellow Realtor, Renee Porsia wrote this very informative piece on Listing Realtor practices and questioned whether your Realtor was showing you every offer that came across his or her desk. Ms. Porsia works in Pennsylvania, where perhaps the laws are different than here in California. She writes the piece and approaches the topic as a matter of good practice.
California Real Estate law is different, however. Here, Realtors have a fiduciary responsibility to their clients and this includes bringing them any and all offers a home. Despite this fact, I have personally seen Realtors sit a on offers for various reasons… namely they themselves are hoping for a better offer, or they are certain their client won’t accept the offer and don’t want to risk discouraging them by bringing less than stellar offers to the table.
As a matter of law and simple ethics, I always present all offers to my clients and let them make up their own mind. Being the bearer of bad news isn’t always easy, but sometimes, even a low offer is welcome of necessary, and followed through with.
To read more about how missing knowledge of offers can effect you as a buyer read Renee Porsi’s article directly. If you are selling a home in Davis, Winters, Woodland or Sacramento and you have any questions about seller’s rights and the fiduciary responsibility owed them under California law, please do not hesitate in contacting me at 530.601.1003 or via email at carmen@focusondavis.com.
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Historic average residential sales prices for the city of Davis.
2004 $510,720
2005 $605,895
2006 $617,407
2007 $570,081
2008 $535,492
As a Realtor, the number one question I hear is, “How much is my home worth?”
Now, while there are many pieces of information that factor into the ultimate value of a home, one tool I use, and one that I can easily share with you today, is that of Recent Home Sales.
Recent home sales are a good indicator of what your home might go value at in the current market. And thanks to the internet, this information is easy to share with you, instantly.
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Three bedroom, two bath home situated in desirable, South Cape, in Davis. Smart floor plan includes a downstairs master bedroom and open layout. Fireplace, access to association pool and easy to maintain landscaping. Close to schools, shopping and bus lines.
Call Carmen to schedule a showing!
Details
- Bedroom: 3
- Bathroom: 2
- Year Built: 1985
- Lot Size: 3093
- Square Footage: 1247
- List Date: 9/5/2008
- Garage Spaces: 2
Features for 3124 Lillard Drive, Davis
| Property Type |
Detached |
| Lot Description |
Regular Shape |
| Architecture |
Detached |
| Amenities |
DSL Possible |
| Bathroom |
Tub w/Shower Over |
| Kitchen |
Freestndng Oven Elec, Disposal, Dishwasher |
| Family Room |
Dining/Family Combo |
| Fireplace |
Family Room |
| Laundry |
Inside Area |
| Garage/Parking |
2 Car Attached |
| Fence |
Fenced Back |
| Yard/Ground |
Low Maintenance, Patio Uncovered, Front, Back |
| Foundation |
Concrete Slab |
| Exterior |
Wood |
| Cooling |
Ceiling Fan(s) |
| Heating |
Other |
| Flooring |
Linoleum/Vinyl, Wood |
| Roof |
Comp Shingle, Other-Rmks |
| Homeowners Association Fees |
89.00 Monthly |
| Listing Agent |
Carmen Isais |
| Listing Office |
Coldwell Banker Doug Arnold |
Points of interest near 3124 Lillard Dr, Davis
| Name |
Address |
Distance (mi) |
| Coffee Shops |
|
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| Cafe California |
808 2nd St, Davis |
1.41 |
| Cafe Deluchi |
223 G St, Davis |
1.43 |
| Cafe Panini |
132 E St, Davis |
1.52 |
| Coffee and Classics |
132 E St, Davis |
1.52 |
| Siagon Cafe |
129 E St, Davis |
1.53 |
| Grocery Stores |
|
|
| Safeway |
2121 Cowell Blvd, Davis |
0.65 |
| Albertsons |
1800 E 8th St, Davis |
1.15 |
| Safeway |
1414 E Covell Blvd, Davis |
1.70 |
| Libraries |
|
|
| Yolo County Library-Winters Branch |
201 1st St, Davis |
1.81 |
| Restaurants |
|
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| Davis Indoor Sports Center |
2801 2nd St, Davis |
0.44 |
| Dos Coyotes South Davis |
2191 Cowell Blvd, Davis |
0.61 |
| Jade Garden Chinese Restaurant |
2939 Spafford St, Davis |
0.61 |
| Sushi Nobu |
2939 Spafford St, Davis |
0.61 |
| Fusions Asian Bistro |
2171 Cowell Blvd, Davis |
0.62 |
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Posted by Carmen Isais
While our neighbors in Woodland, and West Sacramento have not been as fortunate, the Davis real estate market has yet to see many foreclosures. Last year, nearby areas saw REOs in the hundreds, but Davis had a whopping 13 REO’s and short sales combined in 2007. Why the Davis real estate market is different is the topic of another blog entry.
Today, I’m more interested in this curious new small business that, due to the large number of vacant, bank owned properties is ever in demand– Grass Painting.
Banks aren’t in the business of property management. The homes owned by them are usually managed by the Realtors who have them listed. And while I have been known to clean up a clients yard prior to listing, regular lawn maintenance is not within the scope of in this realtor’s job description.
For a fee of $200 to $700, Always Green Grass Painting Service in Sacramento will visit your home or business and put the green back into your turf. The company states that the paint used is non-toxic and environmentally friendly.
Or for you do-it-yourself types there is GrassBGreen, that sells all the supplies you need to give your lawn the makeover that will turn your neighbors green with envy. Sorry, I couldn’t help myself.
Posted by Carmen Isais
Every market gyration has winners and losers, including the current one. In this downturn, some of the winners are:
- Remodeling contractors.The National Association of Home Builders says remodeling sales were $228 billion in 2006, up from $215 billion in 2005. ” As long as they are staying, [home owners] are giving themselves that spa bathroom they always wanted, for example, with a whirlpool tub, shower with body sprays, heated towel rack and coffee station,” says Rick Glickman, president of Dream Kitchens Inc. in Skokie, Ill.
- The auction industry. Nationwide, residential auctions are up 39 percent since 2003, according to the National Auctioneers Association.
- Home Stagers. Those involved in the business are upbeat. “The staging part of my business has doubled since I started it in 2001,” says GraceAnn Simoni, an instructor with Midwest Staging Redesign Institute.
- Appraisers. Appraisers say volume is steady, but the kind of work has changed toward more emphasis on foreclosures and home-equity appraisals.
Source: Chicago Tribune, Leslie Mann (12/14/07)
Posted by Carmen Isais
Every market gyration has winners and losers, including the current one. In this downturn, some of the winners are:
- Remodeling contractors.The National Association of Home Builders says remodeling sales were $228 billion in 2006, up from $215 billion in 2005. ” As long as they are staying, [home owners] are giving themselves that spa bathroom they always wanted, for example, with a whirlpool tub, shower with body sprays, heated towel rack and coffee station,” says Rick Glickman, president of Dream Kitchens Inc. in Skokie, Ill.
- The auction industry. Nationwide, residential auctions are up 39 percent since 2003, according to the National Auctioneers Association.
- Home Stagers. Those involved in the business are upbeat. “The staging part of my business has doubled since I started it in 2001,” says GraceAnn Simoni, an instructor with Midwest Staging Redesign Institute.
- Appraisers. Appraisers say volume is steady, but the kind of work has changed toward more emphasis on foreclosures and home-equity appraisals.
Source: Chicago Tribune, Leslie Mann (12/14/07)
Posted by Carmen Isais
Every market gyration has winners and losers, including the current one. In this downturn, some of the winners are:
- Remodeling contractors.The National Association of Home Builders says remodeling sales were $228 billion in 2006, up from $215 billion in 2005. ” As long as they are staying, [home owners] are giving themselves that spa bathroom they always wanted, for example, with a whirlpool tub, shower with body sprays, heated towel rack and coffee station,” says Rick Glickman, president of Dream Kitchens Inc. in Skokie, Ill.
- The auction industry. Nationwide, residential auctions are up 39 percent since 2003, according to the National Auctioneers Association.
- Home Stagers. Those involved in the business are upbeat. “The staging part of my business has doubled since I started it in 2001,” says GraceAnn Simoni, an instructor with Midwest Staging Redesign Institute.
- Appraisers. Appraisers say volume is steady, but the kind of work has changed toward more emphasis on foreclosures and home-equity appraisals.
Source: Chicago Tribune, Leslie Mann (12/14/07)
Posted by Carmen Isais
Every market gyration has winners and losers, including the current one. In this downturn, some of the winners are:
- Remodeling contractors.The National Association of Home Builders says remodeling sales were $228 billion in 2006, up from $215 billion in 2005. ” As long as they are staying, [home owners] are giving themselves that spa bathroom they always wanted, for example, with a whirlpool tub, shower with body sprays, heated towel rack and coffee station,” says Rick Glickman, president of Dream Kitchens Inc. in Skokie, Ill.
- The auction industry. Nationwide, residential auctions are up 39 percent since 2003, according to the National Auctioneers Association.
- Home Stagers. Those involved in the business are upbeat. “The staging part of my business has doubled since I started it in 2001,” says GraceAnn Simoni, an instructor with Midwest Staging Redesign Institute.
- Appraisers. Appraisers say volume is steady, but the kind of work has changed toward more emphasis on foreclosures and home-equity appraisals.
Source: Chicago Tribune, Leslie Mann (12/14/07)
Posted by Carmen Isais
Every market gyration has winners and losers, including the current one. In this downturn, some of the winners are:
- Remodeling contractors.The National Association of Home Builders says remodeling sales were $228 billion in 2006, up from $215 billion in 2005. ” As long as they are staying, [home owners] are giving themselves that spa bathroom they always wanted, for example, with a whirlpool tub, shower with body sprays, heated towel rack and coffee station,” says Rick Glickman, president of Dream Kitchens Inc. in Skokie, Ill.
- The auction industry. Nationwide, residential auctions are up 39 percent since 2003, according to the National Auctioneers Association.
- Home Stagers. Those involved in the business are upbeat. “The staging part of my business has doubled since I started it in 2001,” says GraceAnn Simoni, an instructor with Midwest Staging Redesign Institute.
- Appraisers. Appraisers say volume is steady, but the kind of work has changed toward more emphasis on foreclosures and home-equity appraisals.
Source: Chicago Tribune, Leslie Mann (12/14/07)
