25 May 2011

A Fabulous New Price!

3430 E. Hillcrest Ave. in gated "Bonaventure"
This immaculate, well maintained home features luxurious custom details throughout. Spacious master suite has sliding doors leading to pristine backyard, built in desk and entertainment center, and his & hers separate closets, lined with cedar wood. Master bath is light and bright with door to outside courtyard, his & hers vanities, shower with bench, and glass block surrounding large jacuzzi tub. Kitchen boasts large center island, SubZero refrigerator, wine storage, and stove has gas outlet available. Charming breakfast nook is surrounded with large windows and built in area for computer work station and TV. Grand great room with high ceilings, built in entertainment center, marble faced fireplace, and wired for surround sound. Exquisite formal living room and formal dining rooms. Unique ceiling treatments and stain glass details throughout.  5 car garage with workshop and RV parking.

4 BEDROOMS / 2.5 BATHROOMS / 3100 SQ.FT.


Listed for $595,000


*DISCLOSURE: When you come to visit this lovely home, please understand, the furry friend, Hairy (you'll recognize him by his happy eyes, blond locks, and lively bark) who lives is the backyard, IS NOT included in the sale.

MUST SEE...call for your private showing today!

Very sincerely,
Jillian

23 May 2011

Visalia Lifestyle Magazine

A real estate update, written by yours truly, is featured in this month's issue of "Visalia Lifestyle" magazine...
For those interested in the Cliff's Notes version...skip to the last line (my favorite)...
"Despite life's uncertainties, we do know there are tremendous opportunities in the housing market ... Now, more than ever, those opportunities are right here at home."

20 May 2011

Just Listed!

Traditional Sale! This immaculate SE Visalia home is conveniently located near shopping center and restaurants. New paint and flooring in living room, dining room, and kitchen. Crown moulding throughout entry, living room, and dining room. Master bathroom features soaking tub and large walk-in closet. Colorful landscaping in front and back yards. Above ground pool for cooling down on those hot summer days.
Must see...call for your private showing today!

3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms / 2359 Sq.Ft.

 
Offered for $215,000



Presented by JILLIAN BOS

11 May 2011

Renting vs. Buying

Did you catch the front page of the paper today?  If not, no worries...I gotcha covered:

As thousands of families are losing their homes, property values remain low and construction is at a standstill, one thing has increased in the last year: rentals. And as the economy slowly recovers, the cost to rent has increased.

For the 38 percent of Tulare County residents who rent apartments, condominiums or homes, their rent may soon see a spike, according to local rental managers. And as the number of available rentals dwindles, those looking for a place to rent may find it more difficult.

"We have a wait list for this summer of people hoping to get a unit," said Tony Montelongo, who manages Sierra Ridge apartments in Visalia. "We are at the highest numbers we've been at in seven years." 

The Sierra Ridge complex isn't the only set of apartments seeing an influx in renters. Most sites are at or near capacity. The average vacancy was 2 percent in Visalia and Tulare, according to property mangers interviewed Tuesday. 

The Oak Valley complex on East Cross Avenue in Tulare has one apartment available out of 109 units. The high numbers for complexes like Oak Valley and Summerfield in northwest Visalia mean higher rent and fewer incentives. 

Managers in Visalia and Tulare said rent has increased and will land between $10 and $20 higher a month by the end of July. Property managers say the increase is a direct result of higher demand. Move-in specials and incentives have also become nearly nonexistent, as most managers say they don't need them anymore. 

"It's a good thing. We're seeing growth for the first time in a while," said Myra Ramirez, who manages the Oak Valley complex. 

Market researcher Reis estimates apartment rents will increase 4.3 percent this year, the biggest jump since 2008. 

Other researchers who follow rents nationwide estimate rents will rise at least 5 percent.
But with the increase, the research companies also expect 90,000 fewer apartment units to be built this year and a third fewer homes. 

In April 2010, there were 112 apartments and 105 homes advertised for rent in the Times-Delta/Advance-Register. This April, there were 61 apartments and 99 homes.


WHAT THIS MEANS:  Now is a great time to purchase investment properties.
WHAT THIS MEANS IF YOU'RE CURRENTLY RENTING:  “Why are you renting when you can buy”?  The reason I ask, is because record low interest rates + tax benefits of homeownership add up to a bang bang combo!  This is an opportunity to pay your own mortgage, vs. paying someone else's mortgage for them.  Not to mention, renting is literally "throwing money away", vs. putting your hard earned money toward something you have the opportunity to make money on if you have the need for a place to live for 5-7 years.

Let me break it down for you:

Below are estimated monthly payments for FHA loans, based on corresponding purchase price amounts:

LOAN SPECIFICATIONS: 3.5% Down Payment, 30 Year Term, 4.5% Fixed Interest Rate

$150,000……….$1015        $200,000……….$1354
$160,000……….$1151        $210,000……….$1422
$180,000……….$1219        $220,000……….$1489
$190,000……….$1286        $230,000……….$1557

*Estimated monthly payments are comprised of PITI {Principle, Interest, Taxes, Insurance}
**Mortgage data provided by Jeremy Engle of Kings Mortgage {www.kingsmortgage.com 559.713.1068}

06 May 2011

HOME.

This month marks my one year anniversary of doing business in Visalia.  I'm not going to lie, it was NOT an easy task, getting started in real estate...again...after leaving my business in West LA.  However, it has been a wonderfully exciting year.  Being born and raised in Visalia, I thought I knew everyone...not the case!  I've met so many fabulous people, clients who have become friends, and I'm so thankful to be a Team Leader at the most rockin' firm in town...Keller Williams (that will be us - all 260 of us - filling up the big, beautiful new building on Main Street, across from the movie theatre & Crawdaddy's).

As you can see, I've been a bit busy...  "Finally!", my darling husband says :-)  What a difference a year makes!

Now, more than ever, it feels great to be HOME.

Thank you...and very sincerely,
Jillian

02 May 2011

MAY DAY...New Listing :-)

3430 E. Hillcrest in Bonaventure
This immaculate, well maintained home features luxurious custom details throughout. Beautifully appointed master suite has sliding doors leading to pristine backyard, built in desk and entertainment center, and his & hers separate closets, lined with cedar.  Master bath is light and bright with door to outside courtyard, his & hers vanities, shower with bench, and glass block surrounding large jacuzzi tub.  Kitchen boasts large center island, Sub Zero refrigerator, wine storage, and stove has gas outlet available.  Charming breakfast nook is surrounded with large windows and built in area for computer work station and TV.  Grand great room with high ceilings, built in entertainment center, marble faced fireplace, and wired for surround sound.  Exquisite formal living room and formal dining rooms.  Unique ceiling treatments and stain glass details throughout.  5 car garage with workshop and RV parking.
Must see...call for your private showing today!

4 BEDROOMS / 2.5 BATHROOMS / 3100 SQ.FT.
 

Offered for $625,000
Presented by JILLIAN BOS