Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

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Top 5 Home Design Trends of 2017

Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

06/08/17 • -1 min

The current trends are all about utilizing rich color, maximizing texture and creating comfortable interiors you can’t wait to relax in. Use these trends to get inspired to makeover your home’s interiors and create spaces you love that also appeal to your personal style. Remember, if you plan to sell in the next few years, you may want to avoid doing anything dramatic and instead incorporate small changes that would appeal to buyers.

Why are these trends gaining popularity?

The underlying theme of these trends is creating a home environment you love; one that appeals to your emotions and feels like a retreat from the stresses of the world. Although the home is a place where you can relax and spend time with loved ones, work expectations are beginning to blur the line between work and home. Even if people don’t work from home specifically, many are stretching their work hours into their evenings and weekends to complete work projects.

It’s no wonder the Nordic concept of hygge (most often pronounced “hoo-gah”) has become a hot trend. A centuries-old concept, incorporating hygge in the home means creating simple and comfortable spaces that make you feel cozy and safe and appeal to your senses.¹The emphasis is on simplicity and fostering positive experiences, whether you’re spending time with family, reading a good book or catching up on work emails.

WARM AND RICH COLORS.

Whether you want to play with a bold color or stick with neutrals, one thing is clear—paint is the foundation of a great design. Painting your interiors has a return on investment of about 75 percent and is a relatively inexpensive project to complete, costing between $25 to $100 for paint alone.²If you’re thinking of refreshing your home’s interiors with a coat of paint, popular colors include warm taupe, fresh green and dark tones. These colors are popular choices because they evoke feeling of warmth and coziness when you walk into a room.

Wondering how to pair these colors? Taupe is the perfect alternative to traditional neutrals, such as gray and white, and goes well with cool blues, earthy greens and deep shades of wine. Green goes well with other earthy shades, such as copper and moss, as well as deep plum and bright pink. If you’re hesitant to paint your walls green, incorporate it into your home by way of accent pillows, rug...

Where's the Market Heading and What Does It Mean For You?

Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

12/08/14 • -1 min

There are many great Roseville and Sacramento area homes for sale. Click here to perform a full home search, or if you're thinking of selling your home, click here for a FREE Home Price Evaluation so you know what buyers will pay for your home in today's market. You may also call me at (916) 529-5342 for a FREE home buying or selling consultation to answer any of your real estate questions.

Where's the Market Heading and What Does It Mean For You?

It's that time of year again! The holidays are upon us and the new year is right around the corner, making now a perfect time to stop and take a look at what's happening in the Sacramento market.

Currently, there are 3,522 homes for sale, which is a 2.1% increase over last month and a 25.2% increase over last year. A total of 1,354 properties sold last month, which is a 5.6% decrease from last month and a 4.1% decrease over last year. These numbers are nothing to worry about, however, because the number of pending homes is up 11% over last year and we have 1,489 homes pending, which is a slight 1.4% increase since last month.

Where is the market heading and what does it mean for you

What this tells us is we currently have a pretty stable market. There is still under three months of inventory here in Sacramento, which is technically a seller's market, but low interest rates make it a good time to buy as well. As we head into the winter market, many people think the market will slow down, as people are pulling out of the market for the holidays. Right now, if you're a buyer, you should take advantage of the fact that many buyers are pulling out of this very competitive market.

We hear from many buyers that they would rather wait until spring to look for a home because there is a higher inventory. While that's true, there will also be a lot more buyers out there to compete with. We truly believe that the current market is one of the best ones to buy a home in. Interest rates are expected to rise sometime next year, so now may be the most ideal time to buy a home for years to come.

Rising interest rates also affect sellers. When rates go up next year, many buyers are going to realize they can no longer afford homes they were initially interested in, or may find out that they are no longer eligible for financing. Since buyers are likely to leave the market in droves next year, now is also the time to sell, while buyers are still clamoring for homes. It's probably not in your best interest to wait until spring next year.

These are just a few things to think about as the year comes to an end. If you would like to discuss what these conditions mean for you, or if you have any general questions...

What Are Most Buyers and Sellers Doing Wrong in Our Market?

Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

08/24/15 • -1 min

There are many great Placer and Sacramento area homes for sale. Click here to perform a full home search, or if you're thinking of selling your home, click here for a FREE Home Price Evaluation so you know what buyers will pay for your home in today's market. You may also call me at (916) 529-5342 for a FREE home buying or selling consultation to answer any of your real estate questions.

Did you know that in a recent survey 68% of buyers said they were not satisfied with their real estate agent's home buying process? Statistically, 70% of buyers choose to work with the first agent that they come into contact with. When you look at it this way, it's no surprise that so many people are unsatisfied with their agent. For instance, 85% of sales agents have no specific certification or designation related to working with buyers.

I am a certified home buying expert advisor. What does this mean? Well, it means we have a proven, repeatable system backed by market research to find the best home negotiated at the best price and terms. This system has been featured on major news networks, such as CNBC, CNN, MSNBC, CBS, Fox News, and ABC, So, if you're looking at hiring the first person you come across, chances are you won't be working with someone who has the skills necessary to accomplish your goals.

Did you know there is no single price of a home? The value is determined by 115 different variables. Our proprietary VIP Elite Buyer Preferred System has identified over 80 variables involved in the home buying process. These need to be managed correctly to ensure you find the perfect home. Without a proven system, you risk overpaying when you buy, or possibly missing out on your dream home altogether.

If this is the first time you've heard this, you're not alone. Most agents don't even know about these variables and the process. Our One of a Kind Buyer Elite Preferred System is a guarantee of sorts that you are going to have success. I am a certified negotiator, which means my team has the skills to negotiate the best price and terms for your home. We are so confident we'll get the job done right that we guarantee to save you at least $5,000 on your home purchase or we'll pay you $1,000 out of our pocket.

We're really invested in not just finding you a home at a great price, but finding you the right home. Our one of a kind Love It or Leave It Guarantee protects you, as we've seen that some buyers are unsure about their purchasing decisions. We'll get your home at the best possible price, plain and simple. If you purchase a home and aren't happy with the home within 24 months of working with us, we'll either buy it back from you or sell it for free. That's how sure we are about our services.

If you're interested in these one-of-a-kind programs, give us a call or sh...

What Do Our Past Clients Think of Us?

Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

01/12/15 • -1 min

We do everything we can to make sure your buying or selling experience goes as smoothly as possible. We strive to exceed expectations and ensure all your real estate goals are accomplished. Don't believe us? Check out what a valued past client had to say about us!

Sanjay Varshney:

"I moved here 10 years ago from Syracuse, New York. When I moved here, it was a very interesting time - the market was climbing very quickly and homes were selling very fast. We had less than a day to figure out the market and find a home. We were very lucky to meet Thomas March. He was our guy - in one weekend he took us all over the place. We found a home in Folsom and bought it. Thomas was instrumental in helping us find a home because he knew the market and was able to execute a deal in a short amount of time."

"To find the right home was imperative, as the move from Syracuse to Sacramento was a huge task. My wife and I had a large home filled with many things we have collected over the years, so the move would not have been easy without the help of Thomas March. After a year at our home in Folsom, we decided we wanted to move into a bigger home. The first person we thought to call was Thomas March because he did such a great job the first time. We were truly amazed by how he was able to help us."

"The market has come a long way since 2004, homes aren't selling now like they were then. The prices, while they have come back quite a bit, are still tough for sellers. In order to sell in the market we sold in, we had to do all the right things in order to achieve our selling goals in a short period of time. Thomas March was fantastic - he had the right marketing plan, was very knowledgeable about the market, understood the key pricing concepts, and had the sophistication to figure out what the market was willing to bare and act quickly."

"I'm very business driven. I didn't want to waste my time looking at the wrong people, chasing the wrong things, and being promised things that will never be delivered. I told him what I wanted from my home sale and what I was willing to do to make it happen. I found Thomas March to be very honest and sincere about his effort. He staged our home to make it look stunning and helped us accomplish our selling goals."

"We had a very professional experience in an industry that is not always professional. We were very pleased - you don't see people use the same Realtor® twice very often, but we did. If I had to use someone a third or fourth time, I would call Thomas March!"

Sanjay isn't the first person we've helped accomplish their buying and selling goals, and he won't be the last. If you want a professional experience with an agent you can trust to get the job done for you, give us a call! We would love to help you make the most of ...

Top Homeowner Tax Deductions That Decrease Your Tax Burden

Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

04/04/17 • -1 min

You can't avoid paying taxes, and we all need to pay our fair share. However, paying your fair share shouldn't place an unjust burden on you.

As a homeowner, your tax burden is doubled because you pay both income and property taxes. To decrease that burden and boost your tax savings, take advantage of these homeowner tax deductions. As a result, you can use your tax savings to go on a vacation, increase your child's college fund, build upon your retirement fund, or complete another home improvement project.

HOME IMPROVEMENT TAX DEDUCTION

You spend so much of your time at home, and you try to make it as comfortable a place to live as possible. If your home needs some upgrades, consider improvements that will help foot the bill for themselves.

Switching out your old windows for energy-efficient ones could earn you $200. This credit expires this year on December 31^st. So, this year will be your last chance to take advantage of getting tax credit for making your home more energy efficient.

Also, installing equipment that uses renewable sources of energy makes you eligible for the Renewable Energy Efficiency Property Credit. The credit covers 30 percent of the cost of equipment and installation. This credit also expires this year on December 31^st.

MORTGAGE INTEREST AND REFINANCING

What You Need to Know as a First-Time Home Buyer

Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

11/03/14 • -1 min

What You Need to Know as a First-Time Home Buyer

The Sacramento real estate market has changed dramatically in the past year. We are seeing a lot more inventory on the market, as well as historically low interest rates. This surge in market activity has had us talking to a lot of first-time home buyers lately. Deciding to purchase your first home is a big step, and there is a lot of information you should be aware of. That is why we are joined today by our preferred lender Doug Jones. Doug is going to talk to us about some great programs that are out there, designed for first-time home buyers.

There are some great programs out there right now for first time home buyers in the finance world. A lot of programs that require little down payments. There are a lot of reasons to put a small down payment on a home, but for first time home buyers, it's because you don't quite have the cash reserves to put $20,000 down on a home.

There are 2 primary options that offer low down payment plans for 30-year fixed mortgages. FHA financing allows you to get into a home with just a 3.5% down payment. Conventional financing requires a minimum 5% down payment.

The other 2 options are a little more complex. With VA financing, you aren't required to pay any down payment, but the catch is you will need to be either active-duty or retired military or national guard. If you have a document called the DD214, you are all but guaranteed a VA loan with 0% down.

Another program is USDA. This is a rural program for unincorporated areas such as Lincoln, Loomis, and parts of Auburn. Those allow a small down payment as well.

Another question that we get a lot from first time home buyers is what kind of down payment assistance we can offer. We can offer some great down payment assistance programs through CHDAP, or the California Housing Down Payment Assistance Program. This program is designed to be combined with an FHA loan to bring down the payment to between 1/2% and 1%.

For conventional financing, while CHDAP doesn't lower the down payment from 5%, it allows you to use 3% of that 5% to cover closing costs. There are definitely a lot of great programs out there for first time home buyers.

Sacramento Real Estate Market Update for Fall 2014

Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

09/10/14 • -1 min

Sacramento Real Estate Market Update for Fall 2014

Hey there everybody. Welcome back to our blog. Today what we'd like to do is give you a brief market update on what has been going on in both Sacramento and Placer Counties lately. We hope you take the information from this market update and absorb it so you can know exactly what's going on in real estate. First, let's talk about Sacramento County.

We currently have 3,349 homes for sale, a 41.2% increase over last year at this time.
We have had 1,726 homes go pending so far this year, an increase of 8.3% over last year
Right now, the average price per square foot for a home in Sacramento County is $174, 14% higher than last year

Overall, Sacramento County sees positive signs for both buyers and sellers. Right now, we are selling homes at 101.2% of asking price and the average days our homes are on the market is under 21, so they are selling quick. On the other hand, extremely low interest rate and an increase in inventory give buyers more options and more savings. Now, let's talk about Placer County. Right now in Placer county:

We have 154 homes on the market, a big 56.3% increase from the inventory we had at this time in 2013.
The average price per sq. ft. in Placer County is $191
There are less than 3 months of inventory on hand, making Placer County a better place for sellers.

If you would like to get some more market statistics or just have any questions we can answer, please give us a call or send us an email. We'd love to help out!

Where Is the Sacramento Market Heading?

Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

08/21/15 • -1 min

If you want to be an informed buyer or seller in the Sacramento area, you need to be familiar with market trends and conditions. To keep you up-to-date, I want to share the latest numbers for Sacramento County:

Homes for sale: 3,016, up 4.2%
Homes sold: 1,620, down 9.2%
Pending sales; 1,968, up 18.4%
Average price per square foot: $186
Inventory: 1.9 months, up 18.5%
Average days on market: 40 days, up 11.1%

So, what do these numbers mean for you? Well, for one, it means we have more homes on the market, which means multiple offer situations are down and it's a less competitive market for buyers than it once was. For sellers, the sooner you list, the better, as the market seems to be normalizing.

If you have any questions about how you can take advantage of current market conditions, or if you need real estate assistance of any kind, don't hesitate to give me a call or shoot me an email. I would love to hear from you!

How Can You Capitalize on Sacramento Real Estate?

Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

07/20/15 • -1 min

Today I just wanted to give you a brief real estate market update for the Sacramento area. If you're planning on buying or selling anytime soon, you should find this very useful.

As of June 15th, we had 2,894 homes for sale, which is a 10.5% increase over last month. 1,713 homes sold last month, which was a 12% increase over last month.

There were 1,842 homes pending, and that is a 26% increase over last year at this time. The average days on market was 30 days and there is only a 1.7 month supply of homes.

Placer County is a little different. We're seeing 1,287 homes for sale, which is a 5.3% increase over last month. However, 655 homes sold, which is a 12.9% increase over last month. Also, 631 homes went pending for sale, which is a 3% increase over last year. The average price per square foot dropped a little bit, but it's still very high. Inventory is still very small, and we only have 2 months of inventory.

Is Sacramento in a Housing Bubble?

Sacramento CA Real Estate Podcast with Thomas March

07/14/15 • -1 min

Hey everyone, thanks for joining us. A question I've been getting asked more and more lately is, "Are we in a housing bubble?" Let me first say that my answer is, unequivocally, NO!

My opinion is that we are at a stable appreciation level now, after seeing double-digit appreciation over the last few years. That stabilized, and now we are into single-digit appreciation in most areas across the nation. The market is pretty stable right now. We are not seeing people coming up and buying everything they can handle anymore.

The market is normal, where buyers are buying and sellers are selling. The investors who were snatching things up before are not around as much. Next year is an election year, and historically, interest rates do not go up during these years. Economically, we will see interest rates remain pretty stable over the next year or so.

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