East Bay Real Estate Guide Volume 17 Issue 3

$1,425,000 • HEATHER DONOVAN 925.765.3822 DRE 01329100

Grand Estate of Nearly 80 Acres Backing to Mt. Diablo State Park. Enter Gate & Drive Up Gentle Winding Rd. Passing Creeks, & Nature. This 5 bed, 4 bath house is surrounded by Incredible Views! Dining Room with Table & Seating for 18. Living Room W/ Soaring Ceiling, Reclaimed Wood Floors, Fireplace, & Balcony. 4+ Garages, Bonus Room/Bath & Walk-In Safe. Detached 1 Bed/Bath Cottage w/ Kitchen & Laundry. Green House w/bath, Barn, Bocce, BBQs, Aviary, Picnic Tables, Fish Pond and outdoor restrooms, & Water Storage Tanks.

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CASTRO VALLEY $6,500,000 • KELLY MCDOUGALL 925.787.0448 DRE 01156462

Shilohwest.net One of the last large working equestrian ranches in the area, Shiloh West Equestrian Center. Aprox.105 acres. Amenities include but not limited to, permitted for 135 horses, 5 fully appointed barns, Numerous paddocks and turnouts, 5 arenas two that are covered. Round pen, eurociser, trails. Phenomenal opportunity.

CONCORD $849,000 • LYNNE FRENCH 925.876.1984 DRE 01122025

Well kept 4 bedroom, 2 bath home in St Francis Park. Huge lot on cul de sac with RV/boat parking close to BART for commuters. Single story with beautiful hardwood floors, plantation shutters and so much more.

DRE#01065494

quality hardwood floors, brand new

& furnace, some vaulted ceilings, fam rm w/fplc & wet bar, real formal dining room, upgraded kitchen with its own eating area & bay window, attached 461 sq ft garage & additional parking including RV/boat, on a flat .3 acre lot that offers options for an ADU, sport court, or pool. Other recent upgrades/improvements include: new landscaping (front & back), new exterior paint & wood repairs, upgraded electrical including new GFCIs & electrical panel, new fencing, new French drain, new duct work, new insulation, newly added vents, & various other upgrades. It's kind of like a country setting only a few minutes from the 680 freeway and BART! A block away is the paved CC canal walk/bike trail that connects to 45+ miles of safe, off-road enjoyment for your family

This GORGEOUS 3-bedroom, 3-bath contemporary 2-story single family home will win your heart! Features include a long-life concrete tile roof, modern kitchen, open floor plan, spacious rooms, finished 2-car garage with bonus parking, and one of the largest yards in the gated subdivision. Call 925-202-6597 for details.

NESTLED IN THE CHARMING

DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL SINGLE-STORY HOME! Nestled in the quaint city of Brentwood. Open the front door to tons of natural light showing off beautiful travertine floors. This home features an open floor plan with 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms, plus office with built-ins. Formal dining and living rooms. Eat in kitchen with Corian counters, 5- burner cooktop, built in oven, microwave, pantry, island with breakfast bar, plenty of cabinet and counter top space with built in desk area. Light and bright family room with fireplace and surround sound. Spacious primary bedroom with slider to back patio. Primary bath with shower, large tub, double sinks, vanity and walk in closet. Enjoy the 3-car garage for all your toys. Pergola covered patio. Minutes to downtown Brentwood, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. PG&E energy efficient inspection and compliance. For the commuters’ easy access to both Vasco Rd and HWY 4 bypass. Short walk to Creekside Park

OAKLEY SINGLE STORY, NEW FLOORING AND PAINT. Located in sought after Oak Grove Neighborhood, Just the right size with 2012 sq ft 4 bed 2 baths. This bright flowing single story home features vaulted ceilings and a living dining combo with a spacious kitchen that faces the family room, complete with a converted gas burning fireplace. Enjoy your mornings with a patio door off the Main Bedroom. Delightful backyard with covered patio with working fountain/pond and just enough lawn. This home is perfect for or just enjoying by yourself. Walk to Creekside Park. Close to shopping and restaurants. Easy freeway access, just opened Park NRride, and BART.

GREAT LOCATION SINGLE STORY, NEW CARPET AND PAINT.

Located in desirable Diablo West Subdivision, this 1720 sq ft 3 bed 2 bath flowing single story home features vaulted ceilings and a living dining combo with a spacious kitchen that faces the family room, complete with a cozy wood burning fireplace. Occupying a large corner lot with low maintenance yards. This home is perfect for entreating or just enjoying by yourself. Located near parks, schools k-12 and community Water Park. Close to shopping and restaurants. Easy freeway access and BART.

ASSUMABLE FINANCING - UPON APPROVAL BY SELLER’S LENDER, BUYERS MAY ASSUME $690,000 LOAN AT 3.875%. Better than new, one year old home located with easy access to freeway and shopping. OPEN HOUSE 10/15/22 1-4PM. Large, private, northeast facing lot with no rear neighbors. New Antioch BART station only minutes away for easy commute to Bay Area. Low cost leased solar with low monthly energy bills. Modern kitchen & baths with dual sinks in master and guest baths. Gas plumbed to back yard for outdoor BBQ

SITUATED ON A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath single story home offers a large Living Room, an Eat-in Kitchen area adjacent to the Family Room with a cozy fireplace and wonderful built-in bookshelves. PLUS, this home also has great a BONUS ROOM, conveniently located off the family room. This home features vaulted ceilings plus a sky light making for a light and spacious ambiance. The fenced in backyard with both a POOL and a SPA provides several areas for family and friends to relax and play. Close to schools, parks, shopping and freeway access.

THIS BEAUTIFUL CASCADE FLOOR PLAN features the Living Room on the right and just across the entry on the left is your formal Dining Room. The Kitchen/Family Combo has an island with breakfast bar, an eat in nook area and a large panty. The countertops are granite and the cabinets have pull out shelves for easy access to items below. This home also features a Spacious Master Bedroom Suite, PLUS, a Junior suite with Full Bath, PLUS, at the end of the hallway enter thru the double doors to a Large Office/Den. The Laundry Room has a sink and ample cabinet space and the home has a built in vacuum system. Enjoy your backyard with a covered patio for rest and relaxation with family and friends. The 3 car garage allows for all your toys and hobbies! Summerset is a 55+ community with plenty of amenities: pool, clubhouse, gym, ballroom, library, billiards, tennis, bocce, pavilion with game rooms, craft area and more!

BRENTWOOD

$975,000 SPACIOUS AND BEAUTIFUL

5 BEDROOM 4 FULL BATH HOME

with a pool located in highly desired Shadow Lakes Community. Cooking and entertaining will be a delight in this updated eat-in kitchen with a huge island featuring quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, including a built in beverage refrigerator. Open concept blends the kitchen and living space into a grand gathering spot with room for large comfy furniture next to the wood burning fireplace. The first floor also contains a formal dining room, front parlor, bedroom, full bathroom, and laundry room. Enjoy the view of Mount Diablo from the large loft upstairs, perfect for a game room or media room. Upstairs also includes a separate tech center, three additional bedrooms, two updated bathrooms, and a primary suite. Within the primary suite you will find a large bathroom with tons of cabinets, two sinks, large countertops, jacuzzi tub, a walk-in closet, and more. In the back yard is a sparkling solar heated pool with waterfall, synthetic grass lounge/play area, and updated landscape. 36 panel solar system is included in sale. Brand new complete HVAC system, pool with solar heat, EV charging station in the three car garage. Close to Krey Elementary, Adams Middle School, Heritage High School, Route 4, and shopping.

BRENTWOOD AVAILABLE FOR LEASE - $3,850.00

If you are looking for a large house in a good area, this home is for you. Immaculate 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 3 car garage home in Shadow Lakes Golf Course Community. One full bath and 5th Bedroom is downstairs that can be used as an office or den. Master bathroom has shower and a tub with double sink. Well maintained home near good schools. Don’t wait! Call us to see this beautiful home.

ANTIOCH AVAILABLE FOR LEASE - $3,650

2 years old, beautiful 5+ Bedroom home with 3 Bathroom and 3 car garage on a huge lot. Granite kitchen counters, dark cabinets. Refrigerator and Laundry included. Very well maintained home. Close to highway 4. Very convenient location. Ready to move in.an office or den. Master bathroom has shower and a tub with double sink. Well maintained home near good schools. Don’t wait! Call us to see this beautiful home.

Natural lighting greets you in each room with perfectly placed windows and sky lights that give that radiant vibe! Kitchen features stainless steel appliances, built-in convection/ microwave oven, farmhouse sink, and quartz countertops. Includes high-top butcher block kitchen table and chairs. Shaker cabinetry in kitchen and bathroom. Engineered-wood flooring throughout. Cottage equipped with air conditioning, refrigerator and stackable washer/dryer unit. One off-street parking space available. Close to quaint shops and dining along Webster St. Shared access to backyard patio with fruit tree. Potential future use of detached office/studio. Utilities separate. No smoking. No pets.$2,250 per month."

B WALKER RANCH -A

Day Program For Adults With Autism-

CDC (Center of Disease Control) April 2018

"Each year, an estimated 50,000 teens with autism age out of their school-based programs" CDC (Center of Disease Control) April 2018

It is estimated that 1.3 million adults have aged out of their current programming with nowhere to go. Without day programming, many remain in the home without access to educational services that lighten the load of an already strained household. These families are our neighbors.

B Walker Ranch has a solution.

B Walker Ranch is dedicated to making a profound difference for those families whose lives have been touched by autism. A working Ranch program that can be duplicated in communities everywhere.

"1 in 59 children are on the autistic spectrum"

DRE # 01520592

• 510-222-9150

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1315 ALMA AVENUE, WALNUT CREEK

A STUNNING 2 bed/2 bath luxury unit at the desirable “Montecito” located in the heart of downtown W.C. near highways. Walk to shops, dining, entertainment, parks, etc. Great contemporary presentation & very light, bright & open! Full sized laundry room w/ample storage cabinets, folding area & W/D included. Slab granite in kitchen, breakfast bar & bathrooms. Freshly painted interior & professionally cleaned. Bedrooms are separate & have their own bathroom access. Great setup for 2-person privacy! Amenities include fitness center, SOHO accommodations, and leisure.

Listed for $734,946

Call Dave Nardi at (925) 899-9516

2012 RANCHO DEL LAGO ROAD, MARTINEZ

Escape to country living on this 22.7-acre property in Briones with top-rated schools, close to everywhere, and only 25 miles to San Francisco. The property features beautiful rolling hills, self-sustained living, wildlife, fruit trees, natural garden, and friendly neighbors. The property includes a huge paved parking area for heavy equipment, multiple RV parking, game courts, and an 8600sf barn with potential for 4300sf living area on the second floor, several rooms for home offices, workshops, and storage, and 2 large roll-up doors to park 6 or more vehicles. The property is zoned A2, subdividable, and has a multi-service power box. Must see!

Listed at $1,699,000

Call John Kula at (925) 209-1164

925-933-9300 • DRE # 00616396

643 VINE HILL WAY, MARTINEZ

Welcome to this one-of-a-kind, custom-built home with stunning sunrise and sunset views. It features 5 spacious bedrooms, 4 full baths, and an oversized 3-car garage. The home has high ceilings, solid core interior doors, custom moldings, trim, and finish work, and Brazilian walnut floors. The home theater system has surround sound with 4 zones, and the custom kitchen has granite countertops and a generous island. The master suite has views and a sitting area, and the master bath has a jetted tub and walk-in closet. The home has dual heating and air conditioning and fire sprinklers. The property has a mini-barn and drought and deer resistant landscaping, and there is plenty of storage. It is located minutes from equestrian trails, hiking trails, and downtown Martinez, and is close to San Francisco and Napa Valley with quick access to highways.

Listed at $1,888,000

Call Lupe Kemper at (925) 997-1290

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LIGHTHOUSE DRIVE, VALLEJO

Welcome home to this Stunning 2 bedroom 2 bath Corner unit. Kitchen features Quartz Counters, Subway Tile Backsplash, Newer Cabinetry with self-closing drawers and doors. Separate food/storage pantry with in-unit Washer/Dryer Combo. Large Bedrooms both with Walk in Closet. Updated bathrooms. Master Bath features stall shower. Hall Bath features Dual Sinks and Shower/Tub Combo. Laminate floors throughout. Private balcony with storage. 1 reserved parking spot. Located in Gated Lighthouse Community. Easy commute location to San Francisco with nearby Vallejo Ferry!

Listed at $339,000

Call Lupe Kemper at (925) 997-1290

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117 Pleasant Place • Antioch, CA 94509

ANTIOCH

CAR LOVERS OR COLLECTORS....11 CAR GARAGE! This one will check all the boxes. from the beautified landscaped grounds and mature trees, the home welcomes you with warmth and peace as you enter the front door. The entry of the home offers vaulted ceilings to both a formal living room and formal dining room. The large beautiful kitchen opens over the family room space, with a full pantry and lots of windows to the outside space. The kitchen has great workspace, beautiful floors, large pantry and conveniently located off the family room, plus glass doors to the back yard. 4 bedrooms, 3 are extremely large including the primary suite. The oversized laundry room doubles as a "mud room" with a shower, or potential craft room. What makes this home different is the attached 3 car garage to the home, then there is a back building which offers living space to include bedroom, family room and wet bar plus another 8 car garage. There is tons of parking, plenty of space to park inside or outside. The property is fully fenced. South of the home you will see a 2nd lot, approximately 1/2 acre with a storage container and chicken coop, yes all part of this property. Conveniently located off Oakley Rd. minutes off the freeway for easy commute, with views of Mt. Diablo from the front.

OAKLEY

Single Story Beauty! Here's your future home! Light, bright open floor plan with nice high ceilings providing a more spacious feeling. Luxury vinyl plank flooring is as pretty as it is durable. Two living spaces with a formal living room and separate family room featuring a cozy fireplace. Chef's kitchen with lots of cabinets, slab granite counters and large center island - perfect for gathering! Play and entertain in the back yard with a covered deck for extra comfort. Walking distance to school, shopping and dining. Easy access to Hwy 4 and short drive to the new BART extension.

Amir Aliloupour is a Bay Area resident since 1992, and his reputation is built on integrity, customer care, and results.

Amir is elected as CCRIM 2023 Vice President, he is a member of the prestigious RE/MAX Hall of Fame and the 2022 Platinum Club member. He was also Homesnap’s Top Agent Award Winner for first half of 2022. He was also recognized as RMA 2022 Realtor of Year in Danville, Mike Philips 2021 Realtor of the Year by Contra Costa Realtor in Motion in Walnut Creek. The Children's Miracle Network that benefits UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital named him the Miracle Agent in 2021 & 2022. He is a member of Realtor President Club and received Master and Grand Master Award from Bay East Association of Realtors. Whether you are relocating to the Bay Area or moving around the corner, Amir welcomes the opportunity to make the process of buying or selling a home an exciting and seamless experience for you. As a Member of Bay East Association of Realtors, he attends the weekly Walnut Creek Contra Costa Realtors in Motion and Danville Realtor Marketing Association in order to give maximum exposure to his listings and find coming soon listings for his active buyers. He has continued to grow his knowledge as an agent by pursing his Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) designation and taking other continuing education classes to help him assist clients. The GRI symbol is recognized nationwide, showing buyers, sellers and other real estate industry members that you are a true professional and have a solid grasp of real estate fundamentals. Fluent in English, Farsi, and German, Amir's clients are confident that they will be treated in a special manner as they are not just forgotten amidst a sea of paperwork. Amir and his team have knowledge of the marketplace and a counseling ability that is second to none. His negotiating and problem solving skills find solutions that work, whether it's selling your home quickly for maximum profit, or finding your dream home in record time. Along with his real estate partners at RE/MAX Accord, Amir is driven by a sincere desire to help people make smart real estate decisions and achieve success

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COUNTRY LIVING, JUST OUTSIDE TOWN.

1977 Ayers Rd

3/2 Family Home with additional 500 +- sq ft fully contained Au-Pair unit downstairs. Perfect for extended family or additional income. .89 Acre lot. . 3 Driveways, plenty of room for RV. Boat & Trailer. A dozen assorted fruit trees and large storage outbuilding. Spectacular Sunset Views. $1,100,000

2 bath single story 1663 sq ft + covered patio w/pool table, side yard access. $599,000

925.642.5733

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MARTINEZ • $693,500 WELCOME TO THIS BEAUTIFUL, MOVE-IN READY HOME tucked away in one of Martinez's newest neighborhoods. Located on a corner lot and right across from the play area. Fantastic open floorplan with lots of natural sunlight and high volume ceilings! Upgrades include luxury vinyl plank flooring, newly installed reverse osmosis water filtration system, water softener, nest thermostat, and recessed lighting throughout! Kitchen has high end cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including gas stove, full sized pantry and breakfast bar. Oversized primary suite includes walk-in closet, large soaking tub, shower with bench and dual sink vanity. Step out to the private patio to entertain family and friends to enjoy the California sunshine. Close to Martinez's historic and vibrant downtown with cafes, restaurants, pubs, unique shops, marina and centrally located between Napa and San Francisco. Ideal commute location. Check it out!!!

PLEASANT HILL • $895,000 BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED GREGORY GARDENS HOME with 3 bedrooms on almost a 1/3 of an acre and in a court location! Huge backyard has plenty of room for a swimming pool, RV/Boat Parking, ADU and home addition. Upgraded eat-in kitchen boasts new white, soft close cabinetry with crown moulding, gorgeous quartz counters, gas burning stove, new appliances and stainless steel sink. Upgraded bathroom includes new tub with slab quartz surround high-end shower door, new vanity, lighting and mirror. Home features dual pane windows with new blinds, ceiling fans in every room, newer central heat and air, fully upgraded electrical, all new interior and exterior doors including closets, new baseboards and new interior paint. So close to downtown Pleasant Hill, The Veranda, Pleasant Hill Park, BART, top schools and easy freeway access! It's a must see!

ELK GROVE • 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS

2 LOFTS Approximately 3000 sq ft. Gorgeous backyard with gazebo, swimming pool & outdoor kitchen.

OAKLAND • $750,000

3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, split level, large living room, formal dining, updated kitchen, breakfast nook and detached garage. Near San Leandro, schools, shopping, Davis Bart and other transportation.

OAKLAND • $749,000

Probate with independent administration. Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bath . Needs tender loving care. Living room, Dining room, eat in kitchen, attached garage, full basement. Located in lower Maxwell Park near 580 Freeway, schools, and more.

OAKLAND • $869,000

3 Bedroom , 2 full Bath (1764 S. F.), Spacious living room with fireplace and gorgeous view of the bay. Updated kitchen with breakfast nook. Family room with filtered view. Near 580 Freeway, schools and more.

OAKLAND - 3 bedroom, 2 baths (1764 sq ft). Rental $3600.00

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ALL IS NOT LOST!

Little reporting in real estate has not been good for the past few weeks. Most if not all of the reporting has been extremely negative. It now is beginning to sound like the dregs of the market in 2008. It may make you feel like you may never be able to purchase a house if you have been thinking of purchasing a home. It may also feel like, as a homeowner, you will never to be able to sell your home. Neither of these feelings translate into what is really occurring in today’s market.

If you are a potential homebuyer, here are the facts: 1) mortgage rates, while higher, are not shooting through the roof. In fact, while they are higher than they were a year or two ago, they are around the historical average rate over many many years 2) home prices are remaining high and possibly out of reach. Prices are higher to be sure, but they are well off the highs, many price reductions are seen every day 3) the inventory is low. In fact, the inventory is growing and there are a large number of homes available today and the number is growing. The addition of homes for sale now outstrips the number of people looking for them. This is good for the homebuyer.

If you are a home seller or thinking about selling, here is what you hear from the national reporting. 1)home prices are dropping. Again, to be sure prices are a little lower but they are not crashing. Most homes are selling lower than the asking price for 2 reasons. a) Homes on market for extended times and not moved the asking price with the market look to be well overpriced today when in fact they may have been fairly priced at the time they went on to market. b) homes on market recently may have had offer close to the asking price but the terms of the contract were not optimal for the potential buyer. 2) the condition of the home has not had such a major impact on selling a home that I can remember. Indoors needs to be in as clean and clear condition as possible in order to obtain a higher price of to get an offer at

So to be sure things change a lot and these conditions will not last forever. As we watch the economy go through its gyrations we must remember, people move all the time. The condition of the economy is not an item of concern unless income is a problem. Timing can be as issue but there is much a family or an individual ca do to prepare for a move in the future. The conditions today are factual and are not the optimum conditions in which we live. Remembering that things can improve or grow worse, the decision to wait is often an ill-timed decision. It sounds trite but things more likely can get worse than improve. Additionally, waiting to act in the real estate market will cost you in an economic sense.

I am free to speak with you at any time. Please feel at ease to contact me at 925-382-9771 or john.case@corcoranicon. com or 512-772-6293 or johnacase@stanberry.com any time. I am truly looking forward to your call.

John Case is a Broker Associate with Corcoran Icon Properties (CA) & Stanberry Realtors (TX)

He has dealt with all aspects of Real Estate during his career and can answer any question that you may have regarding your home.

CalDRE Lic:00622378

He is also the editor of the East Contra County Real Estate Economic Report. He works with his wife Diana in Brentwood. They can be reached at 925-382-9771 or by email at johnacase@stanberry.com

5 Tyler Ct. Danville, CA

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This absolutely GORGEOUS HOME is located in the heart of Danville. Minutes from downtown, 680 HWY access & Mount Diablo. It features 4 bedrooms, 3½ bathrooms, den, formal living and dining rooms., open family room and kitchen. Beautiful upgrades include: Stainless steel KitchenAid Appliances w/built-in fridge & beverage center, flooring, countertops & backsplash. White cabinets w/Restoration Hardware knobs and handles, as well as RH light fixtures. Fireplace in formal living and family room. Epoxied garage flooring. Hunter Douglas window treatments. Built-in entertainment center. One of the bedrooms was turned into gym w/commercial grade rubber flooring and mirrored wall. Solar panels. The backyard is float lot and blank canvas. Build the backyard of your DREAMS.

By Patrick McCarran Broker

In this current market when multiple offers is the norm and each buyer is looking to make their offer the strongest and most appealing. Having inpsect5ions and disclosures available for buyers allows the buyer to be informed and reduce negotiating of repairs and possible shorten contingency timeframes. This practice is common in many metropolitan areas.

Getting preinspections offers many key advantages to sellers that you may not be aware of. Having inspections before your house goes on the market ensures that you’ll find out the exact condition of your home, which makes setting a price much easier and whether to list “as-is” or do the repairs for a better return.

I recommend starting with three basic inspections, a general home inspection, a termite and wood destroying pest inspection, and a roof inspection. These are the primary inspections and should provide a clear picture

of the condition of your home. If there are any major issues you can hire a specialized inspection such as plumbing, roof or HVAC . Knowing what repairs are needed and knowing the cost will also help you have a good estimate of the bottom line when you sell.

One of the biggest unknowns or variables is that once a buyer has the home inspected, something will be discovered that may kill the sale. This concern is undoubtedly justified as the home inspection is often the point where sales fall apart –leaving the seller to start all over again to find a new buyer. Not knowing if there is something wrong with your home often adds a lot of stress to the sales process. Selling your home is never easy. Worrying that the sale will fall through because of something that turns up during an inspection can only add to the anxiety of the escrow process.

By having pre-inspections done, you can feel much more confident about the current condition of your home. This also allows you set your own schedule for repairs. There is

SHOULD SELLERS HAVE INSPECTIONS BEFORE LISTING? Patrick McCarran

“Know Your Options”

often no need to rush to list the property until you have made sure the home is in good shape. If you wait for the buyer’s inspections you will only have until closing to get the repairs done and a limited time frame which may lead to scrambling to get everything fixed in time and can add additional costs to the repairs. You may want to make the repairs yourself and by knowing upfront what needs to be fixed, gives you greater flexibility to make that choice.

Buyers naturally are skeptical about a home’s condition. For many people purchasing a home will be the most money they will ever spend on a single purchase. Handing them inspection reports that details the present condition of a home will make them feel more confident about the purchase. Having preinspections allows the buyer to make a more confident offer and often can shorten the inspection contingency, and in turn make the offer stronger by cutting down the exit period to cancel. An inspection done before listing for sale can help eliminate much of the doubt about the home.

Just because you get pre-listing inspections does not mean you will not have to go through buyer’s inspections as well. However by having your own inspections and knowing the condition of your home, it can help you in negotiations if the buyers inspector has a different opinion.

Quite often buyers will use the home inspection as a negotiating tool to ask for additional concessions. They may use the home inspections as a means to renegotiate the sale. That’s because they know that there will probably be one or more issues that will come up and possibly warrant reconsideration of the price. Pre-inspections put the buyer on notice and that both you and the buyer are aware of any existing issues and all repairs from the beginning of your interaction. Negotiations still may occur, but knowing up front usually will minimize this.

Another benefit by doing home inspections before listing for sale, you will be aware of any significant problems which can help you be in compliance on required disclosures. It is always

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better in my opinion to know up front and disclose than to have the buyer find out about an issue later and assume you should have known .

Remember there is no point in having your home inspected if the home inspector only catches a fraction of the issues. So make sure you use a reputable inspector who is a member of a trade group that sets standards and practices.

While having your own inspections is an added expense, it is a proactive step that puts you ahead of the curve. It allows you to see the path ahead of you much more clearly and can save you money in the long run. You can plan better, rest easier and get a better price on your home.

Patrick McCarran is a local Realtor and Broker DRE# 01325072. He can be contact by phone or text at (925) 899-5536, pmccarran@yahoo.com or www.CallPatrick.com. An independently owned and operated office. In association with Realty One Group Elite DRE# 0193160. Equal Housing Opportunity.

On behalf of our 2022 DAR President, Patrick McCarran,

would like to thank the 2022 Delta Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors and the 2022 Committee Chairs for a successful Year.

2022 DAR Board of Directors

PATRICK MCCARRAN President

VIRGINIA VIERA MITCHELL President Elect

CHRIS RISTAU Treasurer

RAMESH SUMAN Immediate Past President

LAURA AGDANOWSKI Director

JAMES BRITTO Director

DELIA COLMENARES Director

ALEX HUEZO Director

MARGARET MAGGIE HURTADO Director

RWAN RO RASHEED Director

JOE WHEELAND Director

2022 DAR Committee Chairs

Budget and Finance CHRIS RISTAU/JAMES BRITTO

Strategic Planning VIRGINIA VIERA MITCHELL

Bylaws JAMES BRITTO

Education RWAN RASHEED

Membership VIRGINIA VIERA MITCHELL

Bridge MLS Lead Representative CHRIS RISTAU/KEVIN VIERR

Local Government Relations (LGR) SCOTT MACINTYRE

Local Candidate Recommendations (LCRC) AARON MEADOWS

Young Professional Network ALEX HUEZO

Affiliate Council ALEX COONS

Delta REALTOR® Community Service Foundation (DRCSF) ANTHONY SILVA

We would also like to welcome

2023 Delta Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors and Committee Chairs

2023 DAR Board Directors

VIRGINIA VIERA MITCHELL PRESIDENT

LAURA AGDANOWSKI President Elect

JAMES BRITTO Treasurer

PATRICK MCCARRAN Immediate Past President

DELIA COLMENARES Director

JODY DREWRY Director

ALEX HUEZO Director

MARGARET MAGGIE HURTADO Director

VALERIE SQUIER Director

JOE WHEELAND Director

KEVIN VIERRA Director

2023 DAR Committee Chairs

Budget and Finance JAMES BRITTO

Strategic Planning LAURA AGDANOWSKI

Bylaws JAMES BRITTO

Education VALERIE SQUIER

Membership JODY DREWRY

Local Government Relations (LGR) SCOTT MACINTYRE

Local Candidate Recommendations (LCRC) AARON MEADOWS

Affiliate Council ALEX COONS

Delta REALTOR® Community Service Foundation (DRCSF) KIESHA ZOGG

Bridge MLS Lead Representative KEVIN VIERRA

Young Professional Network RACHEL BARRIOS

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1. Magazine readership has increased over the last 5 years in the United States.

2. 93% of all American adults read magazines regularly.

3. Magazines usually stay in homes and offices for weeks and months (with ads being looked at again and again) while internet ads can disappear into cyberspace in the blink of an eye.

4. Reading a magazine remains a uniquely intimate and immersive experience.

5. Not only is magazine readership up, but readers spend an average of 43 minutes per use.

6. Further, those 43 minutes of attention are typically undivided. Magazines and magazine ads garner the most attention: BIGresearch studies show that when consumers read magazines they are much like to engage with other media or to take part in non-media activities compared to the users of TV, radio or the Internet.

7. Magazines delivers more ad impressions that TV or Web in each half-hour period.

8. Magazine readership in the 18 to 34 segment is growing.

9. Magazines are the No. 1 medium of engagement - across all dimensions measured. Simmons' Multi-Media Engagement Study finds magazines continue to score significantly higher than TV or the Internet in ad receptivity and all of the other engagement dimensions, including "trustworthy" and "inspirational".

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What are some of the perks of doing a Virtual Real Estate Open House?

Without a doubt, virtual open houses lead to greater opportunities to connect with your prospects or leads because of three main reasons:

• It expands your reach: Virtual open houses no longer just serve the needs of locals who come to see the home in-person. Hosting open houses online means that your videos can be viewed without limitations of time or space. All it takes is a link to be shared out for another opportunity to be created.

• You can offer the convenience of anytime, anywhere: You can save you and your buyers time from having to travel and coordinate schedules to meet. Virtual tours are viewable until the day the property closes escrow.

• Buyers will want the option: Not everyone is interested in commuting to see a house in person for the first time. Occasionally, buyers will be more interested to vet a potential investment by first scanning it online. Whether or not social distancing enforcements are making it mandatory for you to only conduct virtual tours or not, having these be a part of your practice can help you filter out non-serious leads as it encourages only serious buyers to approach for further information.

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