CAR Market Matters
Talking Points It’s important to be prepared for a natural disaster and to have a plan in place prior to one happening. One way to prepare is to hold a neighborhood meeting and take an inventory of neighbors’ skills. Identify people who have medical, electrical, child...
REBarCamp at Tahoe Deemed a Success
I just wanted to thank everyone for a completely successful First Tahoe REBarcamp held on Friday, September 28, 2012. It was EVERYTHING I hoped it would be. I think that everyone who attended the Mike Mueller Facebook Workshop and REBarcamp were completely satisfied...
Placer County Sheriff’s Office Issues Snow Parking Statement
The Placer County Sheriff’s Office and Placer County Parking Enforcement would like to remind residents and tourists coming to the North Lake Tahoe area about Snow Parking. Placer County Code §10.12.02 B. states “it is unlawful to park on any public roadway, or on the...
CAR Market Matters
Pointers for first-time buyers: When looking for a lender, it’s important that buyers – especially first time buyers – do their research. Buyers should ask for resumes, references, and see if they have an active online presence. When submitting offers, buyers should...
Distressed Properties Statistics
CAR recently distributed a Distressed Properties Report highlighting statistics by county and distressed property type.
Responsible Homeowner Refinancing Act Introduced
While it’s good to hear the market is improving, many homeowners are still struggling to keep their homes. Last week, California Rep. Jim Costa (D-Fresno) introduced a bill that will let responsible homeowners take advantage of current low interest rates on mortgages...
One Cool Thing: Interest Rates
CAR Agent Mentoring Course
To succeed in your real estate career you need to make sure you understand every inch of your business ensuring you give your best to every client that comes your way. This intensive and interactive, six-hour mentoring training will help boost, improve, protect, and...
Instructions for Adding Paragon Mobile Shortcuts
Need to add a shortcut to your mobile phone? Here are some helpful documents for setting up shortcuts to Paragon mobile on Android or iPhones Android Shortcut set-up Document iPhone Shortcut set-up Document
CAR Market Matters
Talking Points Want to sell a house fast? It’s not what’s sad, but how it’s said that matters. Houses that real-estate agents describe as “move-in condition” sell 12 percent faster than homes listed without those words. “Starter homes” sell 9 percent faster. But be...