Chris and Janet Gaut

It's safe to sell your home again

Janet Gaut — Wed, 16 May 2012 18:43:00 GMT

(Money Magazine) -- Given everything they knew about the lackluster housing market, Meghann and Cort Battles didn't expect much when they listed their four-bedroom home in Centennial, a Denver suburb, for sale in January. So they were taken aback by the onslaught of interest.

Price Reduced on 5564 Gilmore Road in Pollock Pines

Janet Gaut — Wed, 16 May 2012 18:10:00 GMT

Pollock Pines, El Dorado County - Announcing a price reduction on 5564 Gilmore Road, a 1,945 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story. Now MLS® $379,900 - Gorgeous mountain estate.

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Price Reduced on 5040 Old Sawmill Road in Garden Valley

Janet Gaut — Wed, 16 May 2012 17:32:00 GMT

Garden Valley, El Dorado County - Announcing a price reduction on 5040 Old Sawmill Road, a 3,000 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $249,000 - Large home on 5 acres.

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Consumer Attitudes Stabilize, Positivity Spreads

Janet Gaut — Sat, 12 May 2012 17:47:00 GMT

Americans' concerns about key economic and housing issues are beginning to subside, according to results from Fannie Mae's February 2012 National Housing Survey....

Price Reduced on 5120 Raven Lane in Placerville

Janet Gaut — Wed, 09 May 2012 21:17:00 GMT

Placerville, Placerville - Announcing a price reduction on 5120 Raven Lane, a 2,669 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $595,000 - 5 acre horse property.

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Price Reduced on 6884 Monitor Court in El Dorado

Janet Gaut — Wed, 09 May 2012 21:00:00 GMT

El Dorado, Diamond Springs - Announcing a price reduction on 6884 Monitor Court, a 3,000 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story. Now MLS® $399,950 - 5 acres with Sierra view.

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Mortgage rates fall to new record lows

Janet Gaut — Fri, 04 May 2012 18:52:00 GMT

Mortgage loan rates are touching new 60-year lows, but many consumers won't be able to take advantage of them. The lower rates will likely spur some homeowners to refinance, economists say. But mortgage standards remain so tight that many people won't qualify for a loan if they want to buy a house.

Home sales contracts jump in March, mortgage rates dip

Janet Gaut — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:48:00 GMT

WASHINGTON – The number of Americans who signed contracts to buy U.S. homes rose in March, the latest sign the battered housing market is slowly improving. And a separate report Thursday said the average rate on 30-year fixed mortgages has dipped to near its record low, keeping home-buying and refinancing affordable. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac says the rate on 30-year loans averaged 3.88% this week, down from 3.9% last week. In February, the rate hit 3.87%, lowest since long-term mortgages began in the 1950s.

Short sales pick up in housing market

Janet Gaut — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:17:00 GMT

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Short sales outnumbered foreclosure sales in 12 states in January, indicating that more homeowners are finding an easier way out of a distressed home loan. Short sales — which occur when a lender agrees to a home sale for less than what's owed — were up 33% in January year-over-year, and preliminary February numbers also look strong, according to market researcher RealtyTrac.

Homeownership Makes Tax Time Less Taxing

Janet Gaut — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:51:00 GMT

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With the April 17 tax deadline coming up, many individuals and families still have time to take advantage of the valuable tax benefits homeownership affords. Many are turning to the National Association of REALTORS’® consumer website, HouseLogic.com.

Price Reduced on 2333 Carlisle in Waterford Village

Janet Gaut — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 21:23:00 GMT

Waterford Village, El Dorado Hills - Announcing a price reduction on 2333 Carlisle, a 2,790 sq. ft., 2 bath, 4 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $424,900 - Bank owned sale as-is.

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Price Reduced on 1186 Wilkinson Court in Placerville

Janet Gaut — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 21:09:00 GMT

Placerville, Placerville - Announcing a price reduction on 1186 Wilkinson Court, a 2,718 sq. ft., 4 bath, 4 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $394,900 - Lovely home on 3.159 acre.

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Price Reduced on 1480 Lotus Road in Placerville

Janet Gaut — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:45:00 GMT

Placerville, Placerville - Announcing a price reduction on 1480 Lotus Road, a 1,982 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $244,900 - Bank Owned sold as-is.

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Price Reduced on 3502 Chelsea Road in Cameron Park

Janet Gaut — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:07:00 GMT

Cameron Park, Cameron Park - Announcing a price reduction on 3502 Chelsea Road, a 1,813 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $189,900 - bank owned sold as-is.

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Price Reduced on 3225 Granada Court in Cameron Park

Janet Gaut — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:57:00 GMT

Cameron Park, Cameron Park - Announcing a price reduction on 3225 Granada Court, a 1,690 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $187,500 - Bank owned as-is sale.

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