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Should I Buy an Older Home or a Newer Home?

The best answer to that question, of course, is, it depends!!!

Since I just received a similar question from one of my clients, I figured that I should put together some real-time numbers before answering.

Her question was, “How much more does a newer resale home cost than an older home?”

Graphic of homesSo, I looked up sales in the past 6 months for 3 bedroom, 2 bath homes that were built between 1987 and 1999 in the Laguna Creek neighborhood of Elk Grove, California.  A simple market analysis of these homes showed that the average home was about 1,448 square feet in size and that the average sales price was about $159,000.  Therefore, the average price per square foot was about $110.

Then, I looked up the sales in the past 6 months in the East Franklin neighborhood of Elk Grove, California. Only looking at 3 bedroom, 2 bath homes that were built between 2000 and 2007.  The average home in this neighborhood was about 1,692 square feet in size and the average sales price was $197,000. That amounts to an average cost per square foot of $116.

So, on the surface, the older home was about $6 per square foot cheaper, but was also much smaller.

Does that mean that I could tell her that the older home was a better buy?  Again, it depends.

Most of the homes built before 1991 in our communities had cedar shingle roofs.  Most of them are in need of replacement.  So, if you bought an older home with a shingle roof, you would need to consider the cost of a new roof when you compare these older homes with the newer homes that have tile roofs.  Generally, you are not going to replace a shingle roof with a tile roof because the older home was not engineered to handle the weight of a tile roof.  The alternative would be a standard composition shingle roof.  How much does it cost to replace the old shingles with a composition shingle roof?

I went online to the Service Magic site that provides the homeowner with estimators for such tasks. http://www.improvenet.com/HomeOwner/ProjectTools/index.html  Based on the the roofing estimator, depending upon the type of roof you were replacing and the quality of the roofing materials you were using, the cost could be somewhere between $5,000 and $10,000 to replace the roof.

Unfortunately, the older roof is not the only consideration.  What about paint and carpeting?  You may have that expense for the newer home, as well as the older home, but since the newer home is generally larger, the cost for paint and carpet will be higher in the newer home.

Also, the kitchen and bathroom may need updating in the older home.  And, last, but not least, you may need to consider replacing windows in the older home. That can add another $15,000 or more to the cost of upgrading the older home.

It seems like it is pretty easy to bring the cost of the older home up to the cost of the newer home if you do the roof, windows, kitchen and bathroom.  You still have an old heating and air conditioning system to deal with too.

Although the older home was an average of $42,000 cheaper than the cost of the newer home, was it the better investment or not?

If it’s a home that I am buying as a rental, then maybe I will lean towards the older home because I probably won’t do anything other than the roof and paint and carpet.  If I am going to live in it, then I will want to do it all and my overall cost will probably be about the same.

In the end, I guess it is all a matter of personal choice. Some people really like the look and feel of the older, more mature neighborhood. Some want the newer neighborhood.

With the above info, you should be in a position to make the best choice for you. And, when you are ready to move forward, give us a call at www.ElkGroveRealEstate.com, and we will be happy to answer your questions and help you experience the joy of home ownership.


Start building your memories,
as you turn your house into a home. 

As you might guess, this document is a compilation of information from our own efforts as REALTORS, as well as input from other REALTORS in our Coldwell Banker office.  I hope it has been of value to you.  Don’t hesitate to email us with any suggestions that will make this document better for you and your fellow homeowners!
Be sure to follow us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ElkGroveRealEstate.  For information about properties available for sale and for more information for buyers and sellers, please visit our website at www.ElkGroveRealEstate.com and don’t hesitate to give us a call or drop us an email with your questions.

WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR E-ZINE OR WEB SITE? You can, as long as you include this complete blurb with it: Jack & Tracey Edwards, your real estate advocates, specialize in helping buyers and sellers in Elk Grove, CA,  and the greater Sacramento area.   Get information about available homes online at:  www.ElkGroveRealEstate.comOur mobile clients can find us at Mobile.ElkGroveRealEstate.com

 

Coldwell Banker Realty Check — March 2012

SFSellingTodaysMarket

As the Sacramento area’s housing market continues to bounce back from the recession, more and more buyers have decided they can’t wait any longer – now is the time to get back into the market to find their next home.

While the real estate market still has its challenges, things are very different today than they were in 2009, 2010 and even early last year. Buyers are generally more optimistic about the future, ready to purchase, much better qualified for a loan and, in many cases, are paying big down payments or even all cash for their next home.

Indeed, the scales of supply and demand are once again moving back in the direction of home sellers after being out of balance for several years. While countless buyers are out there pounding the pavement for a home, the problem now is that there just aren’t enough sellers to meet the demand in many communities.

As the economy continues to improve and with a shortage of attractive properties in good neighborhoods, buyers are once again paying good prices for properties rather than simply looking for distressed homes at bargain basement prices. And in some cases, properties are even getting multiple offers, driving up the sale price above the asking price.

So if you’ve been thinking about selling your home, now may be an ideal time to do so while buyers are eager, interest rates are still low and there isn’t as much competition from other sellers as there usually is this time of year. Here are several suggestions on how to get started and the best way to get top dollar for your home in today’s market.

  • Pick the best agent for the job. Selling a home is never easy, but in today’s complex real estate market it’s particularly challenging. So it’s more important than ever to find an experienced professional Realtor to help you get the job done. This is no time for amateurs. Start by interviewing several agents to see who has a proven track record of successfully marketing properties in your area. Ask them about their marketing plan, including print media, social media and online marketing via major real estate websites. Find out how well networked they and their brokerage are to other agents with potential buyers. Do they have offices beyond your city limits and even outside the state? Today’s buyers are just as likely to be relocating from across the country as they are from across town.
  • Go online and be visual. Remember the days of sticking a sign in the front lawn and taking out an ad in the local paper? Those days are long gone. Nearly 90 percent of buyers start their search for a home online, according to the National Association of Realtors. So you must be there in a big way to compete for the attention of buyers. Work with your agent to put up lots of high-resolution photos and as much information as possible. Make sure to show photos of all the major areas of your home and yard to give buyers as much of a sense of being there as possible. If not, buyers may wonder what you’re hiding. And strongly consider using video and virtual tours. Such marketing tools are no longer just for luxury homes.
  • Price your home competitively for today’s market. Just because a house comparable to yours sold for a certain price before the recession doesn’t mean you will be able to get the same price today. A lot has changed since then. And while prices are firming up, it’s still important to realize the new realities of today’s market. Talk with your Realtor to determine the appropriate, competitive listing price for your home based on current market conditions. You may even choose to have an appraisal done in advance of setting the price. Remember that in this market, homes that are priced aggressively attract the most buyers and – in some cases – multiple offers that push your final sale price even higher.
  • De-clutter and de-personalize. De-personalizing and de-cluttering a home before putting it on the market can help make it easier for buyers to imagine themselves living there – a crucial step in the selling process. Take down family portraits, personal collections and knickknacks. Homebuyers are looking for a home they can picture their family living in, not yours. Removing these items will also eliminate clutter and ensure that people are looking at the house itself, not at the photos from your last family vacation.
  • Update, freshen up. Keeping in mind that some buyers take move-in condition to be important, put your home in its best light. Possibilities include replacing outdated kitchen and bathroom fixtures, applying a fresh coat of paint and/or refinishing the kitchen cabinets. Replace worn carpet or fix broken tiles. Many cosmetic touches are surprisingly affordable but may yield much higher sale prices. The less work buyers have to do when they move in, the faster they may be willing to make an offer.
  • Conduct a full home inspection. If a professional home inspector determines that there are negative issues with the home, consider repairing the problems before buyers show up at your door. Potential buyers will cast an extremely critical eye over your home if it needs too many repairs – especially if they are trying to decide between your home and another one without problems. Be sure to have the home inspection report available for prospective buyers along with an itemizing all of the repairs that have been made and the associated cost for each to demonstrate the investment you’ve made in your home.
  • Make your home and yard picture perfect. As the old saying goes, you only get one chance to make a good first impression. When a buyer sees your house for the first time, a positive impression can make or break the sale. You can maximize curb appeal by trimming trees, planting flowers and even rolling out a new lawn if needed. A fresh exterior coat of paint might also prove valuable. And consider having a professional “stage” your home to make it even more attractive for buyers by rearranging what you have and/or bringing in other furnishings and accessories.
  • Be patient and flexible. You’ve done all the right things to put your home in the best position to sell. But there will undoubtedly be bumps along the way. A buyer may have difficultly securing financing. The appraisal may come in lower than expected. The escrow period could drag on longer than you thought before the deal closes. It’s not unusual to have occasional issues pop up. After all, buying a home is the single biggest financial transaction most of us will ever make in our lives. Through it all, remember that your Realtor is there by your side. He or she will be there with you every step along the way, managing the tough issues so you don’t have to and helping you achieve all of your home selling goals in today’s market.

Start building your memories,
as you turn your house into a home. 

As you might guess, this document is a compilation of information from our own efforts as REALTORS, as well as input from other REALTORS in our Coldwell Banker office.  I hope it has been of value to you.  Don’t hesitate to email us with any suggestions that will make this document better for you and your fellow homeowners!
Be sure to follow us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ElkGroveRealEstate.  For information about properties available for sale and for more information for buyers and sellers, please visit our website at www.ElkGroveRealEstate.com and don’t hesitate to give us a call or drop us an email with your questions.

WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR E-ZINE OR WEB SITE? You can, as long as you include this complete blurb with it: Jack & Tracey Edwards, your real estate advocates, specialize in helping buyers and sellers in Elk Grove, CA,  and the greater Sacramento area.   Get information about available homes online at:  www.ElkGroveRealEstate.comOur mobile clients can find us at Mobile.ElkGroveRealEstate.com

 

Coldwell Banker’s 12 Month Home Maintenance Guide

Don’t let deferred maintenance take over your home. Do a little maintenance each month to help keep your new house like new.

January – Decluttering and Organizing
• Take down, clean and store holiday ornaments, decorations and
exterior lights.
• Put away all of those holiday gifts.
• While you are making room for your new gifts, take the opportunity
to go through your closet and get rid of things you haven’t used for
a year.
• Do end-of-the-year accounting and set-up a file folder for the current
year’s taxes.

February – Bathrooms
• Remove and replace any worn or crumbling caulk or grout in and
around bathtubs, sinks and toilets.
• Vacuum bathroom vent fan covers.
• Clean faucet aerators and shower heads.
• Make sure your toilets are not running and are in good working
order. If it’s within your budget, consider replacing your old toilets
with newer, more efficient models—and check with your local water
company to see if they offer rebates.

March – Kitchen
• Clean the range-hood filter in your kitchen.
• Remove all the items from your cupboards and pantry. Wipe shelves
clean, check expiration dates on all products and toss anything old.
• Clean your refrigerator and oven.
• Don’t forget to move your household clocks forward on March 11
during Daylight Saving Time and test your smoke detector and
carbon monoxide batteries.

April – Yards
• Check your sprinkler systems to make sure they are working properly.
• Cut back any trees or branches that are touching the siding or roof.
• Clear out debris from under decks or porches.
• Clear out gutters and downspouts.

May – Bedroom and Closets
• Thoroughly clean all bedding (bedspread, blankets, sheets, mattress
protector). If you have a duvet insert, have it professionally cleaned.
• Change bedding for summer months, if desired.
• Go through your drawers and closets and donate old items that you
haven’t worn for a while.
• Rotate and flip mattress, if needed.

June – Windows
• Wash the inside and outside of your windows (once the rainy season
has stopped).
• Inspect and wash window and door screens and repair any with holes.
• Make sure all doors and locks are working properly and are in good
condition.
• Clean tracks and lubricate hinges.
• Clean drapes, dust blinds and shutters.

July – Paint
• Inspect the exterior of your home. Scrape, caulk and paint any wood
surfaces that have peeled or weathered.
• Inspect interior walls and ceilings for cracks or bulges, and patch
and paint as necessary.
• Clean and seal decks.

August – Vents and Filters
• Check and clean dryer vent, air conditioner, stove hood and room
fans.
• Keep heating and cooling vents clean and free from furniture and
draperies.

September – Seals
• Check the weather stripping around your windows and doors and
make any necessary repairs in preparation for the winter months.
• Make sure your refrigerator door seal is tight.
• Caulk any drafts in your basement, such as around your dryer vent.
• Make sure your roof is good condition and not missing any shingles,
tiles or slates.

October – Fireplace and Chimney
• If you have a fireplace, make sure you have the chimney checked
out by a professional chimney cleaner before starting the first fire.
• Be sure your fireplace tools are in good working order.
• Pull out your nonflammable rug and place it in front of the
fireplace.
• Once you start building fires, clean ashes out regularly but ensure
ashes have completely cooled before discarding.

November – Upholstery and Carpeting
• Vacuum all sofas and pillows.
• Spot clean all upholstery and carpeting.
• For extra cleaning, consider hiring a professional service to clean
your upholstery and carpeting.
• Don’t forget to move your household clocks back on November 4
when Daylight Saving Time ends and test your smoke detector and
carbon monoxide batteries.

December – Miscellaneous
• Clean your garage and get rid of anything you don’t use.
• Neatly organize all of your tools, garden equipment and appliances.
• Wander the house with a screwdriver and tighten screws on
drawers, doors and furniture.
• Make a list of any small repairs that need to be made. If needed,
go to your local hardware store and purchase the necessary items
to make your repairs.

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Start building your memories,
as you turn your house into a home. 

As you might guess, this document is a compilation of information from our own efforts as REALTORS, as well as input from other REALTORS in our Coldwell Banker office.  I hope it has been of value to you.  Don’t hesitate to email us with any suggestions that will make this document better for you and your fellow home owners!
Be sure to follow us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ElkGroveRealEstate.  For information about properties available for sale and for more information for buyers and sellers, please visit our website at www.ElkGroveRealEstate.com and don’t hesitate to give us a call or drop us an email with your questions.

WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR E-ZINE OR WEB SITE? You can, as long as you include this complete blurb with it: Jack & Tracey Edwards,  your real estate advocates, specialize in helping buyers and sellers in Elk Grove, CA  and the greater Sacramento area.   Get information about available homes online at:   www.ElkGroveRealEstate.com.

More Info On Carbon Monoxide Detectors

CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

Prepared by:  The California Association of Realtors

Q 1.  What is carbon monoxide?

A  Carbon monoxide is a gas produced whenever any fuel, such as gas, oil, kerosene, wood, or charcoal, is burned.  A person cannot see or smell carbon monoxide.  However, at high levels carbon monoxide can kill a person in minutes.

In addition, there are well-documented chronic health effects of acute carbon monoxide poisoning from exposure to carbon monoxide, such as lethargy, headaches, concentration problems, amnesia, psychosis, Parkinson’s disease, memory impairment, and personality alterations.

(Cal. Health & Safety Code § 13261.)

Q 2.  Is there a new California law dealing with the issue of carbon monoxide poisoning?

A  Yes.  The Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act of 2010 (Cal. Health & Safety Code §§ 13260 et seq.) was signed into law this year.  It requires carbon monoxide detectors to be installed in every “dwelling unit intended for human occupancy.”   The California legislature also modified both the TDS (for residential one-to-four unit real property) and MHTDS (for manufactured homes and mobilehomes) to include a reference to carbon monoxide detector devices.  See below for more details.

Q 3.  What is a carbon monoxide detector?

A  It is a relatively inexpensive device similar to a smoke detector that signals detection of carbon monoxide in the air.  Under the law, a carbon monoxide device is “designed to detect carbon monoxide and produce a distinct audible alarm.”  It can be battery powered, a plug-in device with battery backup, or a device installed as recommended by Standard 720 of the National Fire Protection Association that is either wired into the alternating current power line of the dwelling unit with a secondary battery backup or connected to a system via a panel.

If the carbon monoxide device is combined with a smoke detector, it must emit an alarm or voice warning in a manner that clearly differentiates between a carbon monoxide alarm warning and a smoke detector warning.
The carbon monoxide device must have been tested and certified pursuant to the requirements of the American National standards Institute (ANSI) and Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) as set forth in either ANSI/UL 2034 or ANSI/UL 2075, or successor standards, by a nationally recognized testing laboratory listed in the directory of approved testing laboratories established by the Building Materials Listing Program of the Fire Engineering Division of the Office of the State Fire Marshal of the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.

(Cal. Health & Safety Code § 13262.)

Q 4.  How does a homeowner comply with this law?

A  Every owner of a “dwelling unit intended for human occupancy” must install an approved carbon monoxide device in each existing dwelling unit having a fossil fuel burning heater or appliance, fireplace, or an attached garage.

The applicable time periods are as follows:

(1) For all existing single-family dwelling units on or before July 1, 2011.

(2) For all other existing dwelling units on or before Jan. 1, 2013.

(Cal. Health & Safety Code § 17926(a).)

Q 5.  How many devices and where do I place them in the home?

A  This new law requires the owner “to install the devices in a manner consistent with building standards applicable to new construction for the relevant type of occupancy or with the manufacturer’s instructions, if it is technically feasible to do so” (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 17926(b)).

The following language comes packaged with carbon monoxide (CO) detectors:

For minimum security, a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.  The Alarm should be located at least 6 inches (152mm) from all exterior walls and at least 3 feet (0.9 meters) from supply or return vents.

Building standards applicable to new construction are as follows (overview summary only):

• Section R315 et seq. of the 2010 edition California Residential Code (CRC) [effective Jan. 1, 2011] (applicable to new one-to-two family dwellings and townhouses not more than 3 stories and also where work requiring a permit for alterations, repairs or additions exceeding one thousand dollars in existing dwellings units):

Installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedroom(s) in dwelling units and on every level including basements within which fuel-fired appliances are installed and in dwelling units that have attached garages.

• Section 420 et seq of the 2010 edition California Building Code (CBC) [effective Jan. 1, 2011] (applicable to other new dwelling units and also where a permit is required for alterations, repairs or additions exceeding $1,000 in existing dwelling units):

Installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedroom(s) in dwelling units and on every level including basements within which fuel-fired appliances are installed and in dwelling units that have attached garages.

Q 6.  Are there any penalties for noncompliance with this law regarding installation of carbon monoxide detector devices?

A  Yes. A violation is an infraction punishable by a maximum fine of $200 for each offense. However, a property owner must receive a 30-day notice to correct first.  If an owner who receives such a notice fails to correct the problem within the 30-day period, then the owner may be assessed the fine. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 17926(c).)

Q 7.  Can a buyer of a “dwelling unit intended for human occupancy” rescind the sale if the dwelling doesn’t have the necessary carbon monoxide detectors?

A  No.  However, the buyer may be entitled to an award of actual damages not to exceed $100 plus court costs and attorney’s fees.  (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 17926(d).)

Note the following language in the TDS and MHTDS:

Installation of a listed appliance, device, or amenity is not a precondition of sale or transfer of the dwelling. The carbon monoxide device, garage door opener, or child-resistant pool barrier may not be in compliance with the safety standards relating to, respectively, carbon monoxide device standards of Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12 of, automatic reversing device standards of Chapter 12.5 (commencing with Section 19890) of Part 3 of Division 13 of, or the pool safety standards of Article 2.5 (commencing with Section 115920) of Chapter 5 of Part 10 of Division 104 of, the Health and Safety Code. Window security bars may not have quick-release mechanisms in compliance with the 1995 edition of the California Building Standards Code.

Q 8.  Does a seller have any special carbon monoxide disclosure obligations?

A  No.  The only disclosure obligations are satisfied when providing a buyer with the TDS or the MHTDS.  If the seller is exempt from giving a TDS, the law doesn’t require any specific disclosures regarding carbon monoxide detector devices.  (See Cal. Civ. Code §§ 1102.6, 1102.6d.)

The Homeowners’ Guide to Environmental Hazards also will include information regarding carbon monoxide.

Q 9.  May local municipalities require more stringent standards for carbon monoxide detectors?

A  Yes (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 17926(e)).

Q 10.  Do landlords have any special obligations regarding carbon monoxide detectors?

A  Yes.  All landlords of dwelling units must install carbon monoxide detectors as indicated in Question 4.  The law gives a landlord authority to enter the dwelling unit for the purpose of installing, repairing, testing, and maintaining carbon monoxide devices “pursuant to the authority and requirements of Section 1954 of the Civil Code [entry by landlord].”

The carbon monoxide device must be operable at the time that a tenant takes possession.  However, the tenant has the responsibility of notifying the owner or owner’s agent if the tenant becomes aware of an inoperable or deficient carbon monoxide device.  The landlord is not in violation of the law for a deficient or inoperable carbon monoxide device if he or she has not received notice of the problem from the tenant.

(Cal. Health & Safety Code § 17926.1.)

Q 11.  If the California Building Standards Commission adopts or updates building standards relating to carbon monoxide devices in the future, is the owner required to install the newer device?

A  It depends.  Yes, when the owner makes an application for a permit for alterations, repairs, or additions to that dwelling unit with the cost exceeding $1,000.  (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 17926.2(b).)

Q 12.  Where can I obtain additional information?

A This legal article is just one of the many legal publications and services offered by C.A.R. to its members. For a complete listing of C.A.R.’s legal products and services, please visit car.org.

Readers who require specific advice should consult an attorney. C.A.R. members requiring legal assistance may contact C.A.R.’s Member Legal Hotline at (213) 739-8282, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m, and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. C.A.R. members who are broker-owners, office managers or Designated REALTORS may contact the Member Legal Hotline at (213) 739-8350 to receive expedited service. Members may also fax or e-mail inquiries to the Member Legal Hotline at (213) 480-7724 or legal_hotline@car.org.  Written correspondence should be addressed to:

California  Association of REALTORS®
Member Legal Services
525 South Virgil Ave.
Los Angeles, CA  90020

Start building your memories,
as you turn your house into a home. 

As you might guess, this document is a compilation of information from our own efforts as REALTORS, as well as input from other REALTORS in our Coldwell Banker office.  I hope it has been of value to you.  Don’t hesitate to email us with any suggestions that will make this document better for you and your fellow home owners!
Be sure to follow us on Facebook at  www.Facebook.com/ElkGroveRealEstate.  For information about properties available for sale and for more information for buyers and sellers, please visit our website at www.ElkGroveRealEstate.com and don’t hesitate to give us a call or drop us an email with your questions.

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Carbon Monoxide Detectors Required As Of July 1, 2011

Carbon monoxide (CO), a colorless, odorless gas, is often called the “silent killer” because it claims the lives of nearly 500 people a year in California and puts nearly 20,000 people in the hospital, reports Acting State Fire Marshal Tonya Hoover of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Also troubling, according to a June 6, 2011 article in the Contra Costa Times, is that a recent study conducted by First Alert found that nearly nine out of 10 California households were not in compliance with the national recommendation for the number of carbon monoxide detectors required in a home.

A new California law going into effect on July 1, 2011 vows to change that. Beginning on July 1, California’s SB 183 will require owners of single-family homes that have a fossil-fuel burning appliance, fireplace or attached garage to have a CO alarm installed inside their home. Rental owners have until January 1, 2013 to install CO alarms in their units.

If you haven’t already installed a CO alarm in your home, you only have days left to do so, so be sure to stop by your local hardware store, or order one online from a website such as Amazon.com or FirstAlert.com.

When installing your CO alarm, FirstAlert.com offers these tips:

• Be sure to install an alarm on every level of your home and within 15 feet of sleeping areas to make sure everyone can hear the alarm, even if their door is closed. For even better protection, consider installing alarms within each bedroom.

• Place your alarm at least 15-20 feet away from the furnace or other combustible appliances, and at least 10 feet from sources of humidity like bathrooms and showers.

• If you have a basement, place an alarm at the top of the basement stairs.

Start building your memories,
as you turn your house into a home. 

As you might guess, this document is a compilation of information from our own efforts as REALTORS, as well as input from other REALTORS in our Coldwell Banker office.  I hope it has been of value to you.  Don’t hesitate to email us with any suggestions that will make this document better for you and your fellow home owners!
Be sure to follow us on Facebook at  www.Facebook.com/ElkGroveRealEstate.  For information about properties available for sale and for more information for buyers and sellers, please visit our website at www.ElkGroveRealEstate.com and don’t hesitate to give us a call or drop us an email with your questions.

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