Real Estate in the News

Key News reported a possible housing market rebound this morning on it's early morning program. Increased closed sales nationwide, as well as in the local market, along with an increase in the number of pending sales was reported. It was pointed out that these could be indicators that the market is stabilizing and the slump is over. More on this soon!

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www.VenturaRealEstate.org

Things are picking up!

I don't know how the other Realtors are feeling about the market right now but in my little world: Things are picking up! I have been extremely busy showing properties. Buyers are taking their time to look at a lot of homes before decieding on one. But there are more buyers looking now so if you are a seller - put your best foot forward! Make your home shine!

Lorraine

Visit me at my web site at: VenturaRealEstate24-7.com

Downsizing? How about a modular home?

Ready for a little less yard work and a lot less house cleaning? Are you or your spouse over 55 years old? How about downsizing to a modular home? We have some beautiful Parks in Ventura County. Most of the parks are like living in your own little protective community. Your neighbors watch out for you and you watch out for your neighbors. The space rents are affordable even on a fixed income. The gas and electric are metered just like in your home so you only pay for what you use. Most Parks have a clubhouse and a variety of activities for its residents. Some Parks have RV parking that is more than affordable. You can visit all your relatives around the country and not worry about your home. Then, when you get back, not pay a fortune to store your RV. Call Lorraine at (805) 901-8805 for more information.

Real Estate and the Internet

As evidenced by your presence right here and now, home buyers and sellers are using the internet! According to the National Association of Realtors 2006 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, the overall usage of the Internet is up from 71% in 2003 to 80% in 2006, but the percentage of buyers who reported that they used the Internet frequently has risen from 42% to 59% over the same period. Keep on clicking.

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www.VenturaRealEstate.org

RATES DIP FOR 1ST TIME SINCE EARLY DECEMBER

Great news in today's Ventura County Star! Rates on 30-year mortgages fell for the first time since early December as lower-than-expected job growth eased worries in financial markets about inflation. 30-year fixed rate mortgages averaged 6.28% this week, DOWN from 6.34% last week! This was the first drop since December 7 when 30-year mortgages had fallen to 6.11%, the lowest level since early 2006.
In summary the article in the Star states that, "Analysts said the jobs report, coming after a string of stronger-than-expected economic data, eased concerns that the economy was now growing so strongly that it might prompt the Federal Reserve to start raising interest rates again.
Great rates and great mortgage programs are still available! Now is still a good time to consider getting a great rate for purchasing a home. Call or email if you wish to get pre-qualified to purchase.

Janis Calkins
California Oaks
298 S. Seaward; Ventura
or Heritage Square; 7th St; Oxnard
www.JanisCalkins.com
(805) 218-7016