Real Estate Information in and around Paso Robles, California

Live and Play in Morro Bay

2009-05-27T16:23:00.000-07:00

Lisa Long | Heather Roda, Broker | lisalongagent@yahoo.com | (805) 610-4314

1105 Morro Ave #17, Morro Bay, CA

Vaulted ceilings, skylight, comes partially furnished. inc. queen sleeper sofa, dining room table w/ chairs & refrigerator. Many upgrades

1BR/1BA Manufactured

offered at $71,000

Year Built	1997
Sq Footage	396
Bedrooms	1
Bathrooms	1 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	1 Uncovered spaces
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

High/Vaulted ceiling	Living room	Breakfast nook
Refrigerator	Stove/Oven	Microwave

COMMUNITY FEATURES

Laundry on-site

Storage space(s)

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

close to resturants, and water front.

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Lisa Long

Heather Roda, Broker

lisalongagent@yahoo.com

(805) 610-4314

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: May 25, 2009, 9:13pm PDT

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2009-05-24T00:25:00.000-07:00

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Getting Your House Ready to Sell

2009-01-06T11:42:00.000-08:00

Make Your House Sparkle For Buyers

A house that "sparkles" on the surface will sell faster than its shabby neighbor, even though both are structurally well maintained.

From experience, REALTORS® also know that a "well-polished" house appeals to more buyers and will sell faster and for a higher price. Additionally, buyers feel more comfortable purchasing a well-cared for home because if what they can see is well maintained, they assume that what they can't see has probably also been well maintained. In readying your house for sale, consider:

how much should you spend to prepare your house for sale?
exterior and curb appeal
interior appeal
Before putting your house on the market, take as much time as necessary (and as little money as possible) to maximize its exterior and interior appeal.
How Much Should You Spend to Prepare Your House for Sale?

In preparing your home for the market, spend as little money as possible. Buyers will be impressed by a brand new roof, but they aren't likely to give you enough extra money to pay for it. There is a big difference between making minor and inexpensive polishes and touch-ups to your house, such as putting new knobs on cabinets and a fresh coat of neutral paint in the living room, and doing extensive and costly renovations, like installing a new kitchen.
Your REALTOR® is familiar with buyers' expectations in your neighborhood and can advise you specifically on what improvements need to be made and which improvements are most effective. Don't hesitate to ask for advice.

Maximizing Exterior and Curb Appeal
When preparing to put your home up for sale, your first concern is the home's exterior. If the outside, or "curb appeal" looks good, people will more than likely want to see what's on the inside.

Here are some tips to enhance your home's exterior and curb appeal to buyers:

Keep the lawn edged, cut and watered.
Regularly trim hedges and weed lawns and flowerbeds.
Be sure your front door area has a "Welcome" feeling.
Paint the front door.
In spring and summer, add a couple of pots of showy annuals near your front entrance.
In snowy areas, keep walks neatly cleared of snow and ice.
Check foundation, steps, walkways, walls and patios for cracks and deterioration, and fix any problem areas.
Remove and repaint any peeling paint on doors and windows.
Clean and align gutters.
Inspect and clean the chimney.
Repair and replace loose or damaged roof shingles.
Repair and repaint loose siding and caulking.
Reseal old asphalt.
Keep the garage door closed.
Store RVs and old cars elsewhere while the house is on the market.
Maximizing Interior Appeal

You want your home to look as spacious, bright and clean as possible. Also the home should look neutral - without a lot of your personal and sentimental objects - so buyers can begin to imagine living there.

Here are some tips to enhance your home's interior appeal to buyers:

Give every room in the house a thorough cleaning and remove all clutter. This alone will make your house appear bigger and brighter. Some homeowners with crowded rooms actually rent storage garages and move half their furniture out, creating a sleeker, more spacious look.
Use a professional cleaning service every few weeks while the house is on the market.
Remove the less frequently used, and even daily-used items from kitchen counters, closets, basement and attic to make these areas more inviting.
Make sure that table tops, dressers and closets are free of clutter.
Pay special attention to the kitchen and bathrooms: they should look as modern, bright and fresh as possible. It is essential for them to be clean and odor free.
Repair dripping faucets and shower heads.
Buy showy new towels for the bathroom, and put them out only for showings.
Spruce up a kitchen in need of more major remodeling by installing new curtains and cabinet knobs, or applying a fresh coat of neutral paint.
Clean walls and doors of smudges and scuff marks.
If necessary, repaint dingy, soiled or strongly-colored walls with a neutral shade of paint, such as off-white or beige. The same neutral scheme can be applied to carpets and linoleum.
Check for cracks, leaks and signs of dampness in the attic and basement, and fix any problem areas.
Seal basement walls if there are any signs of dampness or leakage.
Repair cracks, holes or damage to plaster, wallboard, wallpaper, paint and tiles.
Replace broken or cracked windowpanes, moldings and other woodwork.
Inspect and repair the plumbing, heating, cooling and alarm systems

For more tips or current information visit my Real Estate Web-Site at www.centralCAliving.com
Lisa Long, Your Local Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty, North County

Wishing you a Happy 2009

2009-01-06T11:34:00.000-08:00

It's hard to believe a whole year has passed. I know for some more than others it has been a real hardship, financially and at times emotionally. One thing I have noticed through this trying year is that we as Americans, as a whole are good, loving, caring, people. I have seen many generous things done for people in my daily life and I strive to be one of those people myself. I pray that 2009 will bring all my family, friends, clients a much more stable year full of hope and peace. May you and your families be safe and healthy.
Wishing you all the best,
Lisa Long - Keller Williams Realty, North County

If I can be of any service in helping throught the buying or selling of your home please give me a call. Don't hesatate to call with questions, that's what I'm here for. (805) 610-4314. Remember Keller Williams Realty has an In-house lender to answer loan questions and to help you get pre-qualified.

Selling Your Home When Sales are Slow

2008-11-02T12:05:00.000-08:00

7 Keys to Selling Your House When Sales are Slow

What was once a booming residential real estate market across the country has slowed to a trickle.

Interviewing agents
You’ll want to interview at least three real estate agents to determine who will do the best job for you. What you are trying to determine is who has a finger on the pulse of the real estate market, and can offer his or her professional guidance to get your house sold for a reasonable amount. Finding top agents in your hometown is helpful – out-of-town agents may not have the in-depth market knowledge, or the accessibility to motivated buyers.
Ask these questions before listing with an agent:
How many homes have you sold in the past year?
How many in the past six months?
How did the selling price of those homes differ in relation to the list price?
What do I need to do to the outside of my home to increase curb appeal?
What do I need to do to the inside of my home to make it more attractive to potential buyers?
What can I do to make my home sell quickly?
How many homes like mine are currently for sale in this town? How much are they listed for?
How will you determine the list price of my home?
Notice the list price question came last. Too often sellers interview agents and list their home with the agent who comes up with the highest price. In a slow market, a price that is the highest may very well mean that your home will languish on the market, resulting in a much lower sales price months down the road. Find the agent who will partner with you to get your house sold in a reasonable amount of time for a reasonable amount of money.
Rising mortgage rates are lowering the affordability of homes and an increase of sellers looking to cash in on the rapid price appreciation over the past few years has led to a dramatic reduction in buyers and a rapid increase in the number of homes for sale. These factors have led to too few buyers looking at too many houses, putting buyers back into the driver’s seat.
It’s a whole new world for home sellers. So, how do you make your house stand out so it will sell when sales are slow?

Price your home aggressively.
When mortgage rates are low and buyers are chasing too few houses for sale, sellers can ask high prices and get them. Even when houses are overpriced for the market, sellers are likely to receive some offers, as buyers are often desperate to find a home that meets their needs. When things are slow, pricing is absolutely critical. But instead of pricing your home aggressively high, you should consider pricing your home no higher than the middle of the range for homes comparable to yours. And if you need to sell your home quickly, you should consider pricing your home among in the bottom 25 percent of comparable homes. Why? With few buyers chasing many homes, you need to quickly get the attention of those who are serious about buying, If your home is priced too high, you many never get buyers to even consider looking at your home.
Quickly cut the price if you don’t get action.
Everyone wants to sell their home for as much money as possible. Nobody wants to “give” their home away. But homes that languish on the market in a slow market often are forced to make one price reduction after another, as buyers and real estate agents may begin to question why the home has been on the market for so long. In a slow market with few buyers you may want to cut the price to make the sale more quickly.
Finding the right agent is critical. Any agent can list your house. But when buyers are few you need a first-class real estate professional on your side. They’ll help with everything from pricing to advising you on the other 6 points in this article. Finding leading agents who outsell other agents in your home town are the type of professionals you’ll need on your side. Talk with your family, friends, and neighbors to identify the best agents in your area. Interview several – hire the one who you believe will do the best job for you.

Curb appeal.
After pricing, nothing will bring more potential buyers into your home than a house with outstanding curb appeal. Take a walk down your street with a critical eye. How does your home stack up from the outside? If it doesn’t stand out from the rest then it’s time to get to work.

Consider home staging.
The quickest way to add home value to a home for sale is a fresh coat of paint. But after you do that, you may want to consider home staging. Either do it yourself or hire an outside firm to do so. A home staging professional will come in and take away some furnishings and rearrange others to make your home show better. When home sales were going gangbusters this was a technique used mostly by those selling high-end homes. When things get slow and homeowners need to sell, more people find home staging professionals to help them prepare their home to make it more appealing to prospective buyers.

Fix stuff.
The loose railing. The broken pane of glass. The closet door off of its track. The leaky faucet. They all need fixing. If you don’t have the time or skill, find a handyman to go through your home and make repairs. Also, consider replacing the old roof that looks like it might leak, the antique furnace, and the stained rug. When there are few homes on the market, sellers sometimes offer cash at closing to repair the roof or for the stained rug. With so many homes on the market, buyers can afford to only bid on those that are in move-in condition. Fix what needs repair before listing your house.

Offer flexible terms.
Flexibility is the key now. You’d like to close in two months, but the buyers might be in a hurry and need to close sooner. Find a way to make it happen. You were planning to take the appliances to your new home, but the buyers make a bid near the asking price – including the appliances. Leave the washer and dryer behind (and then go find a store that offers no payments on appliance purchases for a year). And for those items that have deep sentimental value, make sure they are removed prior to any showings. Competition between home sellers is high – you don’t want to lose the only buyer who has looked at your home in a month.