Showing posts with label buying real estate. Show all posts
Showing posts with label buying real estate. Show all posts

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Dual Paned Windows and Using your Federal Tax credit


Are old windows a luxury you can afford? Use your Federal Tax credit!

When you were looking for your current home, you had two lists in your head: a list of needs and a list of wants. In all liklihood, windows weren't on either list because you assume that every house has them. Windows, like doors, are a given. Or are they? Some describe windows as a luxury. While a door is essential in even the most primitive house, "windows are a refinement, an amenity that makes a place more livable." Through the centuries, windows have grown in size and improved in technology, but the problem of energy loss has gotten more complex. The heat lost in residential and commercial blds. in 1990 cost the U.S. $20 Billion alone. If you have old frame, aluminum framed, single paned windows, or even double paned windows with leaky seals, your home is part of that statistic. Up to 40% of your personal heating and cooling dollars are literally going out the window. When you begin the process of replacing your windows-Start with looking for a Brand that meets the ENERGY STAR (trademark)requirements. One such Brand is Milgard-and specifically there Smart Touch Brand-locking system design. It is the only window lock on the market that meets the Arthritis Foundation's Ease-of-Use commendation. They are backed by a lifetime warranty and Exceed California's rigorous code/s.With the added Federal tax credit thru Oct. 30th of $1500., and Milgards $750. rebate, what are you waiting for? Remodeling Magazine reports a return on investment is 99.2%.If you should desire more information-feel free to give me a call:


Wendi-Mae Davis,
Broker Associate Connect Realty,
Real estate Counselor,
Director of the California Association of Realtors.
Toll Free 866-333-6333,
wendimae@wendimae.com or check out my personal website at:
http://www.wendimae.com
Also check out our Community webite at http://www.wendimae.com

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

It isn't just about the Real Estate...what about the Wine?

El Dorado Wine Country-Wine making at a higher level...easy to reach, difficult to leave! El Dorado is located in California's scenic Gold Country, in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. One can visit, and taste year-round. Enjoy special winery events throught the year, including barrel tastings, bottling parties, decadent dessert and wine pairings, and a variety of wine club affairs. Many of the wineries, don't charge to taste either! Yummy! We often have Client events in one of the many wonderful venues in this beautiful Country location.
For a list of all wineries and visitor information: visit http://www.eldoradowines.org/

Santa Clara County: 148 Miles
Sacramento to Placerville: 38 Miles
San Francisco to Placerville: 115 Miles
Napa to Placerville: 87 Miles
South Lake Tahoe to Placerville: 46 Miles
A trip, worth taking.

For more information, contact your Neighborhood Realtor,

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,
Broker Asssociate for Connect Realty.com, INC.
http://www.wendimae.com/
email me at:wendimae@wendimae.com or call us
Toll free 866-333-6333-
we look forward to assisting you with all your Real Estate needs.
We are full service Residential Real Estate Brokerage-complete with Counseling services available.

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Green Tip of the month-For your new garden/Lawn

Brought to you from the California Association of Realtors...C.A.R. Green Tip of the Week: More drought tips Californians may face water rationing this summer. In response, the California Landscape Contractors Association has provided tips for use by homeowners and businesses.
. Do not use high nitrogen fertilizers during a drought. They encourage growth but the plants will need more water.. Heavily mulch all flower and soil beds. Mulch helps keep water in the soil. Do not use rocks/gravel because they add heat to the soil and moisture evaporates faster.. Mow grass higher to promote deeper root growth and hold more moisture. Aerate the lawn and fill the holes with compost so the water can infiltrate deeper.For more green real-estate-related tips and discussion, visit C.A.R.’s green blog (http://takeaction.realtoractioncenter.com/ct/rdSyIr11x4GI/) and C.A.R.’s Green Web site (http://green.car.org/).

Or, contact Wendi-Mae Davis-one of your leaders in saving the Environment!

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate/Real Estate Counselor
Connect Realty.com, INC.
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Toll Free 866-333-6333
http://www.wendimae.com
www.wendimae@wendimae.com

Saturday, March 28, 2009

It's time we all give back to our Communities!

Don't you agree? It doesn't always take money...in fact, it rarely does. It just takes a little time, show your Community that you care. Help grow your Community-make it YOUR Community...tell me what you think. Suggestions?

Wendi-Mae Davis
Broker Associate
Connect Realty.com, Inc.
http://www.wendimae.com
www.mycameronpark.com
Toll Free 866-333-6333

Thursday, June 26, 2008

How to buy a "Green" home

So...you have decided to join the fast-growing trend of eco-friendly living and want to purchase a green home. As with so many "Green" products currently available, from organic milk to hybrid cars, it's tough to know if the house you'dl ike to buy is good for the environment. So how do you determine what makes a house green? Going Green-Where to start: The first step is ensuring that the house is built to standard. Find out if the builder is a member of his or her local home-building association's green building program.

A good resource for this information is the National Association of Home Builders website http://www.nahb.org/ the site also features an outline of new home building green standards, which include: energy, water, and resource efficiency; lot and site developement; indoor air quality; global impact; and homeowner education.

Another source of good information is Home Depot's eco-friendly product guide http://www.homedepot.com/ecooptions Buying eco-friendly products is a growing trend with no end in site.
For more information on this, and any other Home buying or selling topic, contact:
Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate/Connect Realty
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Toll Free 866-333-6333
wendmae@wendimae.com