I found this interesting article from a Real Estate Website I read.  I think it’s an interesting read.  I hope it helps you understand part of the Presidents stimulus plan that will affect the housing market a little better. 

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Will the Stimulus Benefit Homeowners and Buyers?

“There are four primary sections of the economic stimulus plan that will benefit home owners and buyers,” said Gibran Nicholas, chairman of the CMPS Institute, an organization that certifies mortgage bankers and brokers. According to Nicholas, these include:

1. Expansion of Home Improvement Tax Credit.
“The tax credit for making energy efficient home improvements is now 30% of the cost of the improvements up to a maximum of $1500,” Nicholas said. “This means that if the improvements cost you $4,500, you would receive a tax refund of $1,500 when you file your tax returns.”

Eligible improvements include energy efficient exterior doors and windows, insulation, heat pumps, furnaces, central air conditioners and water heaters.

“Generally, most modern improvements like windows, furnaces, and air conditioners meet the necessary standards for energy efficiency,” Nicholas said. “If you’ve been holding off on making some of these improvements, now is a great time to get a move on it – especially with all the great deals being offered.”

2. Expansion of First-time Home Buyer Tax Credit.
The tax credit available to first-time home buyers was increased from $7,500 to $8,000 for homes purchased between January 1, 2009, and December 1, 2009. Also, the credit no longer needs to be paid back as long as the buyers live in the home without selling it for at least 3 years.

“The previous version of the credit expired on July 1, 2009, and required home buyers to pay the funds back over a 15 year time frame,” Nicholas said.

The income limitations remain the same ($75,000 for single tax payers claiming the full credit and $150,000 for married tax payers), as do most other qualification requirements. Also, the credit remains refundable. “This means that first-time home buyers who owe less than $8,000 in taxes for the year are still eligible for the full $8,000 credit when they file their tax returns, and the IRS will write them a check for the difference between $8,000 and their actual tax bill,” Nicholas said. “In fact, the credit can be claimed on your 2008 tax returns that you file by April 15 of this year, even if you buy the home in 2009.”

There is one catch, however: if you bought the home in 2008, the credit remains $7,500, and it still needs to be paid back over a 15 year timeframe beginning in 2011 when you file your 2010 returns.

3. Higher Reverse Mortgage Loan Limits.
The loan limits for FHA-insured reverse mortgages have been increased to $625,500 across the entire country-not just the higher cost areas. The previous limit was $417,000 across the country.

“This is especially important because the FHA program is virtually the only game in town as private and jumbo reverse mortgage programs have nearly all evaporated,” Nicholas said.

This coincides with another little-known change in the reverse mortgage
arena: the availability of reverse mortgages on home purchase transactions.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for senior citizens to buy a new home and live mortgage payment-free without having to wait for their old home to sell,” Nicholas said. “Seniors could also use this strategy to buy a new home and turn the old home into a rental or otherwise wait for market conditions to improve before trying to sell the old home.”

4. $729,750 FHA and Conforming Loan Limits Restored in High Cost Areas.
“The $729,750 maximum loan limit had been in force throughout 2008, but was reduced to $625,500 in 2009,” Nicholas said. “The economic stimulus plan restores the $729,750 maximum. This makes higher cost homes more affordable – especially in the coastal housing markets that tend to have higher than average home values.”

-RISMEDIA online, February 18, 2009

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I want to share some more features of the home search on my website.  Using these features will help make your home search more productive.  Please follow along with the steps I explain to see what each feature entails.

Street Map:
Once you click on a red link on the right hand side (i.e. Ryan’s Listings) you will be brought to a page with a list of listings.  At the top of this list on the right hand side there is a link that reads ‘view street’.  Click on this and it will bring you to a Google street view.  This feature works for most neighborhoods.  By looking at the street map you will get a feel for what the neighborhood looks like.  This can save prospective buyers a lot of time.  Rather than drive to every house you see potential in, you can weed some out that you are not interested in by seeing the surroundings. 

Advanced Search:
From my main page, www.ryanvaught.com, there is a bar of red links on the right hand side.  There are many categories to choose to do an advanced search by: homes, condos, investment, lot and land and custom search.  For example, if you scroll over the ‘homes’ advanced search, you will have the choice of searching in some local cities.  The ‘custom search’ is a good way to search for a property if you have specific wants or needs.  You can search by listing type (i.e. residential, lots, land, etc.), address, minimum and/or maximum price, # of bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage, acres, year built, etc.  You can even go as far as to search by the MLS # if you know it for a specific home.

I hope you find these features useful and enjoy using them to search for your home.  Please contact me if you have any questions about the features on my website.

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Keller Williams Office Listings

		148 Tonea West, Chico	$450,000
		3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath	2973 Sq. Ft.
		A “must see the inside” to appreciate the potential! This home is very spacious with an extra room for den or office as well as very large family and living rooms. It has rec… More Information on 148 Tonea West

		14 Gold Creek Way, Chico	$449,900
		3 Bedroom 2 Bath	2895 Sq. Ft.
		Country living just 5 minutes from everything! Mediteranean style home with stucco exterior, arch entry & tiled roof.Separate living, family & dining rooms.Open kitchen with c… More Information on 14 Gold Creek Way

		2319 Via Calle Ct, Durham	$446,000
		3 Bedroom 3 Bath	2366 Sq. Ft.
		Beautiful custom home in the small community of Durham. Open floor plan with tile entry, formal dining, high ceilings, crown moulding, gas fireplace, and separate office/den. … More Information on 2319 Via Calle Ct

		408 Paseo Companeros, Chico	$399,000
		3 Bedroom 2 Bath	1806 Sq. Ft.
		Beautifully Remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home on close to an acre in town! Spacious kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, eating bar and adjacent built i… More Information on 408 Paseo Companeros

		11767 Butte Creek Island Rd, Chico	$389,000
		3 Bedroom 2 Bath	1612 Sq. Ft.
		Take a deep breath and enjoy every minute in this beautiful rural setting and fine home with acreage. This home is located about 15 minutes from Chico, just off of Honey Run R… More Information on 11767 Butte Creek Island Rd

		14 Elisha Court, Chico	$359,500
		4 Bedroom 2 Bath	1667 Sq. Ft.
		Solar home under construction. Solar technology includes high efficiency air conditioning, extra insulation, low E windows, foil back roof sheeting, double wrapped exterior & … More Information on 14 Elisha Court

		767 E 8th Street, Chico	$350,000
		4 Bedroom 2 Bath	1919 Sq. Ft.
		Everyone loves this charming area of Chico–on 8th and 9th streets–where these vintage cottage homes are located. Enjoy simple, relaxed living in this cute charmer. It’s be… More Information on 767 8th Street

		1869 Rose River Ave, Chico	$329,000
		3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath	1994 Sq. Ft.
		One of the best lots in heritage oaks! This home is facing beautiful natural landscape making it feel very private. A great location with easy access to trails leading to Bidw… More Information on 1869 Rose River Ave

		279 Saint Augustine Dr, Chico	$320,000
		3 Bedroom 2 Bath	1673 Sq. Ft.
		Most Private House in the Neighborhood! Beautifully kept Mediterranean style 3 bedroom 2 bath home. Extensive tile flooring and counter tops throughout with cherry stained ca… More Information on 279 Saint Augustine Dr

		23 Elisha Court, Chico	$309,500
		3 Bedroom 2 Bath	1294 Sq. Ft.
		Solar home under construction. Solar technology includes high efficiency air conditioning, extra insulation, low E windows, foil back roof sheeting, double wrapped exterior & … More Information on 23 Elisha Court

Review these mistake that are common to home buyers alike and then check back tomorrow when I will share how you can avaid making these mistakes.

1. They don’t ask the lenders enough questions, or the right questions so they don’t necessarily get the best loan for them.

2. They don’t act quickly enough when they find the right house…and someone else buys it.

3. They don’t make themselves and their offer look attractive to the seller…

4. They don’t think resale BEFORE they buy…

5. They select the wrong agent and/or company to help them!

 Check back tomorrow for how you can avoid these simple mistakes.

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Currently Ryan has about 30+ listings in inventory, and has already sold 5 homes in 2009. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions about Chico area real estate.

Interested in learning more about the Chico area or Ryan?
Vaught Properties: Chico Income Property
Chico Condos: Chico Condo Sales
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Chico Luxury Homes
Chico Investment Property

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Office Phone: (530) 343-2959

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·  Chico MLS Search
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Ryan’s Properties For Sale   Page 1 of 3 Compare Favorites 000 Grubbs Rd, Oroville $2,275,000         Small acreage residential homesite development land located in Oroville. This parcel has 194 acres of rolling residential acreage currently zoned low density residential with … More Information on 000 Grubbs Rd 2050 4th Street, Thermalito $695,000     6100 Sq. Ft.   Quality bank owned commercial property with a great location. Parcel is 1.39 acres. Potential uses of property include boat, RV or auto dealership, mechanic shop, tire shop an… More Information on 2050 4th Street 408 Paseo Companeros, Chico $399,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1806 Sq. Ft.   Beautifully Remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home on close to an acre in town! Spacious kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, eating bar and adjacent built i… More Information on 408 Paseo Companeros 11767 Butte Creek Island Rd, Chico $389,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1612 Sq. Ft.   Take a deep breath and enjoy every minute in this beautiful rural setting and fine home with acreage. This home is located about 15 minutes from Chico, just off of Honey Run R… More Information on 11767 Butte Creek Island Rd 1869 Rose River Ave, Chico $329,000   3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath 1994 Sq. Ft.   One of the best lots in heritage oaks! This home is facing beautiful natural landscape making it feel very private. A great location with easy access to trails leading to Bidw… More Information on 1869 Rose River Ave 1814 Feather Ave, Oroville $225,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1622 Sq. Ft.   Pristine 3 bed 2 bath home on a corner lot. Owner spared no expense with amenities such as 16″ Italian tile throughout the home, stainless steel kitchen appliances, custom pai… More Information on 1814 Feather Ave 71 Melody Ln, Oroville $190,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1213 Sq. Ft.   Home on 10 acres in beautiful Oroville! Home needs some TLC, but has many great features. Home features a dog run, detached shop, ceiling fans in most rooms, and a master bedr… More Information on 71 Melody Ln 34 Onyx Circle, Oroville $35,000         Hard to find turn-key lots. This is one of 44 in a nicely designed Thermalito/Oroville subdivision. Build your own house, priced well and ready for your home. Curbs, gutter, s… More Information on 34 Onyx Circle 135 Calle Vista Drive, Oroville $35,000         Hard to find turn-key lots. This is one of 44 in a nicely designed Thermalito/Oroville subdivision. Build your own house, priced well and ready for your home. Curbs, gutter, s… More Information on 135 Calle Vista Drive 58 Golden Hills Drive, Oroville $35,000         Hard to find turn-key lots. This is one of 44 in a nicely designed Thermalito/Oroville subdivision. Build your own house, priced well and ready for your home. Curbs, gutter, s… More Information on 58 Golden Hills Drive

• Educate you regarding the purchase agreement.  If you have ever seen a purchase agreement then you know well what I am talking about!  There is a lot of technical and legal garb to sort through and understand.  Most people trying to read a purchase agreement on their own would feel like they are reading something written in a different language!
• Prepare an offer to purchase.  This can be a stressful and scary thing to have to do on your own.  A professional real estate agent will help you to come to a purchase price that you feel comfortable with.
• Assist in the negotiation of your selected property.  Going back and forth with counter offers and negoationas (i.e. if the spa and fridege will be included in the transaction) can be hard to do if you are trying to do it on your own. 
• Refer you to professional service providers for:
  Home Inspections
  Environmental Inspections
  Legal Services
  Mortgage Services
  Well, Septic/Sanitary Inspections
  Home Owners Insurance
  Title Services
  A good realtor should know the best service providers with the best reputation to refer you to.

Take a look at my market report for today!
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Currently Ryan has about 30+ listings in inventory, and has already sold 5 homes in 2009. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions about Chico area real estate.

Interested in learning more about the Chico area or Ryan?
Vaught Properties: Chico Income Property
Chico Condos: Chico Condo Sales
Ryan Vaught: Ryan’s Residential website
Chico Luxury Homes
Chico Investment Property

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Keller Williams Chico CA
Office Phone: (530) 343-2959

·  Ryan’s Current Listings
·  Chico MLS Search
·  Today’s New Listings
·  For Sellers
·  About Ryan’s Team
·  Why Ryan?
·  Commercial & Income Property

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Ryan’s Properties For Sale   Page 1 of 4 Compare Favorites 000 Grubbs Rd, Oroville $2,275,000         Small acreage residential homesite development land located in Oroville. This parcel has 194 acres of rolling residential acreage currently zoned low density residential with … More Information on 000 Grubbs Rd 2050 4th Street, Thermalito $695,000     6100 Sq. Ft.   Quality bank owned commercial property with a great location. Parcel is 1.39 acres. Potential uses of property include boat, RV or auto dealership, mechanic shop, tire shop an… More Information on 2050 4th Street 11767 Butte Creek Island Rd, Chico $419,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1612 Sq. Ft.   Take a deep breath and enjoy every minute in this beautiful rural setting and fine home with acreage. This home is located about 15 minutes from Chico, just off of Honey Run R… More Information on 11767 Butte Creek Island Rd 408 Paseo Companeros, Chico $399,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1806 Sq. Ft.   Beautifully Remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home on close to an acre in town! Spacious kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, eating bar and adjacent built i… More Information on 408 Paseo Companeros 1869 Rose River Ave, Chico $329,000   3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath 1994 Sq. Ft.   One of the best lots in heritage oaks! This home is facing beautiful natural landscape making it feel very private. A great location with easy access to trails leading to Bidw… More Information on 1869 Rose River Ave 3249 Myers Street, Oroville $260,000     2448 Sq. Ft.   Investors crunch your numbers. This property consists of a triplex and single family home. Gross rents are about $2000 per month. Home has a newer roof, appliances, water heat… More Information on 3249 Myers Street 1814 Feather Ave, Oroville $225,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1622 Sq. Ft.   Pristine 3 bed 2 bath home on a corner lot. Owner spared no expense with amenities such as 16″ Italian tile throughout the home, stainless steel kitchen appliances, custom pai… More Information on 1814 Feather Ave 71 Melody Ln, Oroville $190,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1213 Sq. Ft.   Home on 10 acres in beautiful Oroville! Home needs some TLC, but has many great features. Home features a dog run, detached shop, ceiling fans in most rooms, and a master bedr… More Information on 71 Melody Ln 30 Vaquero Dr, Oroville $55,000         Hard to find turn-key lots. This is one of 44 in a nicely designed Thermalito/Oroville subdivision. Build your own house, priced well and ready for your home. Curbs, gutter, s… More Information on 30 Vaquero Dr 33 Onyx Circle, Oroville $55,000         Hard to find turn-key lots. This is one of 44 in a nicely designed Thermalito/Oroville subdivision. Build your own house, priced well and ready for your home. Curbs, gutter, s… More Information on 33 Onyx Circle

Having your house on the market involves a certain invasion of your privacy.  This bothers some people more than it does others.   You can count on real estate agents previewing  your home.  This is where they come see the home first hand with one or more clients in mind before they bring clients through. Many real estate agents want to filter the homes they recommend their buyers.  You can also expect real estate agents showing your home to buyers with some regularity.

While you want to make your home reasonably accessible to the real estate professionals and their prospects, you don’t want to run the risk of stepping out of your shower just as a broker is ushering in buyers.

In many areas real estate agents use a handy little tool of the trade called a “lock box”. When a property is occupied, the agent first calls to let the owner know when they will be coming by. If no one is at home, the agent can get into the house with a key stored in the lock box. 

You can leave special directions for the other realtor (showing yoru home) to give to your realtor to go by when using the lock box.  Some common directions include: “Please allow the owner at least an hour notice for a pristine showing and to allow time to remove pets” or “Please call and if you do not receive an answer feel free to come by” or “Please no showings before 8:00 AM or after 7:30 PM due to small child”.  If you are a seller trying to decide what to say, be reasonable but give clear guidelines if you don’t want to chance having potential buyers walking in on a mess in the kitchen, bedroom, etc.

The other extreme of accessibility is to require a day’s notice before a showing, and to insist that your real estate agent be present at each one. This will eliminate a lot of the inconvenience to you, but it will probably also eliminate a lot of showings of your house.

Whatever arrangements you work out, keep in mind that the easier you make it for real estate agents to open and show your home, the easier it will be to sell it quickly.

Take a look at my market report for today!
http://www.ryanvaught.com/chicomarketreport

Currently Ryan has about 30+ listings in inventory, and has already sold 5 homes in 2009. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions about Chico area real estate.

Interested in learning more about the Chico area or Ryan?
Vaught Properties: Chico Income Property
Chico Condos: Chico Condo Sales
Ryan Vaught: Ryan’s Residential website
Chico Luxury Homes
Chico Investment Property

Ryan Vaught Real Estate
Keller Williams Chico CA
Office Phone: (530) 343-2959

·  Ryan’s Current Listings
·  Chico MLS Search
·  Today’s New Listings
·  For Sellers
·  About Ryan’s Team
·  Why Ryan?
·  Commercial & Income Property

© Ryan Vaught Real Estate
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Ryan’s Properties For Sale   Page 1 of 4 Compare Favorites 000 Grubbs Rd, Oroville $2,600,000         Small acreage residential homesite development land located in Oroville. This parcel has 194 acres of rolling residential acreage currently zoned low density residential with … More Information on 000 Grubbs Rd 2050 4th Street, Thermalito $795,000     6100 Sq. Ft.   Quality bank owned commercial property with a great location. Parcel is 1.39 acres. Potential uses of property include boat, RV or auto dealership, mechanic shop, tire shop an… More Information on 2050 4th Street 11767 Butte Creek Island Rd, Chico $419,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1612 Sq. Ft.   Take a deep breath and enjoy every minute in this beautiful rural setting and fine home with acreage. This home is located about 15 minutes from Chico, just off of Honey Run R… More Information on 11767 Butte Creek Island Rd 408 Paseo Companeros, Chico $399,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1806 Sq. Ft.   Beautifully Remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home on close to an acre in town! Spacious kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, eating bar and adjacent built i… More Information on 408 Paseo Companeros 1869 Rose River Ave, Chico $329,000   3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath 1994 Sq. Ft.   One of the best lots in heritage oaks! This home is facing beautiful natural landscape making it feel very private. A great location with easy access to trails leading to Bidw… More Information on 1869 Rose River Ave 3249 Myers Street, Oroville $260,000     2448 Sq. Ft.   Investors crunch your numbers. This property consists of a triplex and single family home. Gross rents are about $2000 per month. Home has a newer roof, appliances, water heat… More Information on 3249 Myers Street 1814 Feather Ave, Oroville $225,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1622 Sq. Ft.   Pristine 3 bed 2 bath home on a corner lot. Owner spared no expense with amenities such as 16″ Italian tile throughout the home, stainless steel kitchen appliances, custom pai… More Information on 1814 Feather Ave 71 Melody Ln, Oroville $190,000   3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1213 Sq. Ft.   Home on 10 acres in beautiful Oroville! Home needs some TLC, but has many great features. Home features a dog run, detached shop, ceiling fans in most rooms, and a master bedr… More Information on 71 Melody Ln 30 Vaquero Dr, Oroville $55,000         Hard to find turn-key lots. This is one of 44 in a nicely designed Thermalito/Oroville subdivision. Build your own house, priced well and ready for your home. Curbs, gutter, s… More Information on 30 Vaquero Dr 33 Onyx Circle, Oroville $55,000         Hard to find turn-key lots. This is one of 44 in a nicely designed Thermalito/Oroville subdivision. Build your own house, priced well and ready for your home. Curbs, gutter, s… More Information on 33 Onyx Circle

January 23, 2009

As promised from yesterdays blog, here are some more home buying issues to consider.  If you didn’t read yesterdays blog check it out to see the complete list of home buying issues to consider.

Basement? Finished basement or unfinished?  Consider in this how much you will use possible basement space- will it be merely a place to store extra bins or a place where you will be a lot because it’s where the washer and dryer are located.

Garage? Attached or detached? One or two car garage?  Consider that if it’s dethatched does it have a covered walkway to the house, especially if the home is in a place where it rains a lot.

Extra parking spaces? Are there places for friends a family (maybe you don’t want extra parking J) to park when they come over?  Consider how wide the streets are.  Some narrow streets don’t allow for cars parked on the street. 

Eat-in kitchen?  An important thing to consider if you like to have a lot of gatherings or family meals in the kitchen together. 

Formal dining room?  If you enjoy entertaining and having large groups over this might be something that is a priority to you.  If you don’t think it’s something you would use more than once or twice a year consider possible other places in the house you may be able to set up a make-shift dining room table for those occasional gatherings.

Family room? In newer homes is it popular to have an open floor plan with one big great room instead of a family room and living room. 

Fireplace?  Wood burning or gas?  This question of wood burning stoves may be especially important if your city is making ordinances that you are not allowed to burn on bad air quality days or the laws may be so strict that you are unable to use a wood burning stove unless it is the homes only source of heat.

Laundry room? Will a washer and dryer in the garage or basement do or do you find yourself doing a lot of laundry (which may be the case if you have several children)? Also, if the washer and dryer are in the garage or basement think about how hot and or cold the climate may be (you don’t want to be miserable doing your laundry in a smoldering garage).

Hardwood floors vs laminate vs tile vs carpet?  Think about the cost involved in changing out the flooring if it is worn or if you will want to change it.

Room sizes? Think practical- will my California king bed fit into this master bedroom?  Think about what you will be using the spaces for.

Interior decor?  Is there an excess of wallpaper or brightly colored walls which are fairly easy and inexpensive to change.  Or are there more permanent things such as curved archways, knotty pine on the walls/ceiling, etc?

Currently Ryan has about 30+ listings in inventory, and has already sold 5 homes in 2009. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions about Chico area real estate.

Interested in learning more about the Chico area or Ryan?
Vaught Properties: Chico Income Property
Chico Condos: Chico Condo Sales
Ryan Vaught: Ryan’s Residential website
Chico Luxury Homes
Chico Investment Property

Ryan Vaught Real Estate
Keller Williams Chico CA
Office Phone: (530) 343-2959

·  Ryan’s Current Listings
·  Chico MLS Search
·  Today’s New Listings
·  For Sellers
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Ryan’s Properties For Sale

		000 Grubbs Rd, Oroville	$2,600,000
		Small acreage residential homesite development land located in Oroville. This parcel has 194 acres of rolling residential acreage currently zoned low density residential with … More Information on 000 Grubbs Rd

		2050 4th Street, Thermalito	$795,000
			6100 Sq. Ft.
		Quality bank owned commercial property with a great location. Parcel is 1.39 acres. Potential uses of property include boat, RV or auto dealership, mechanic shop, tire shop an… More Information on 2050 4th Street

		11767 Butte Creek Island Rd, Chico	$419,000
		3 Bedroom 2 Bath	1612 Sq. Ft.
		Take a deep breath and enjoy every minute in this beautiful rural setting and fine home with acreage. This home is located about 15 minutes from Chico, just off of Honey Run R… More Information on 11767 Butte Creek Island Rd

		408 Paseo Companeros, Chico	$399,000
		3 Bedroom 2 Bath	1806 Sq. Ft.
		Beautifully Remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home on close to an acre in town! Spacious kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, eating bar and adjacent built i… More Information on 408 Paseo Companeros

		1869 Rose River Ave, Chico	$329,000
		3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath	1994 Sq. Ft.
		One of the best lots in heritage oaks! This home is facing beautiful natural landscape making it feel very private. A great location with easy access to trails leading to Bidw… More Information on 1869 Rose River Ave

		3249 Myers Street, Oroville	$260,000
			2448 Sq. Ft.
		Investors crunch your numbers. This property consists of a triplex and single family home. Gross rents are about $2000 per month. Home has a newer roof, appliances, water heat… More Information on 3249 Myers Street

		1814 Feather Ave, Oroville	$225,000
		3 Bedroom 2 Bath	1622 Sq. Ft.
		Pristine 3 bed 2 bath home on a corner lot. Owner spared no expense with amenities such as 16″ Italian tile throughout the home, stainless steel kitchen appliances, custom pai… More Information on 1814 Feather Ave

		71 Melody Ln, Oroville	$190,000
		3 Bedroom 2 Bath	1213 Sq. Ft.
		Home on 10 acres in beautiful Oroville! Home needs some TLC, but has many great features. Home features a dog run, detached shop, ceiling fans in most rooms, and a master bedr… More Information on 71 Melody Ln

		30 Vaquero Dr, Oroville	$55,000
		Hard to find turn-key lots. This is one of 44 in a nicely designed Thermalito/Oroville subdivision. Build your own house, priced well and ready for your home. Curbs, gutter, s… More Information on 30 Vaquero Dr

		33 Onyx Circle, Oroville	$55,000
		Hard to find turn-key lots. This is one of 44 in a nicely designed Thermalito/Oroville subdivision. Build your own house, priced well and ready for your home. Curbs, gutter, s… More Information on 33 Onyx Circle

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Keller Williams Chico CA
Office Phone: (530) 343-2959

·  Ryan’s Current Listings
·  Chico MLS Search
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·  For Sellers
·  About Ryan’s Team
·  Why Ryan?
·  Commercial & Income Property

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…why are you considering a move?

Are your reasons compelling enough to cause you to be realistic and put up with the realities of moving? I.E. think about the cost involved and the hassle of moving- is it worth it?

 
#2. Authority

…is the decision to move yours alone? Are there other people (spouse, roomate kids, etc.) to consider?

#3. Finances

…are you financially qualified to make the move at this time? You can find out if you are prequalified for a certian loan amount before you go to all of the hassle of finding your dream house and then finding out you can’t qualify for the loan.

#4. Compromise

…are you willing to make some compromises along the way? This is especially true if you are not the only one who will be living in the home.

#5. Competitive

…are you willing to be competitive with other motivated and qualified buyers that may want to purchase the same home that you do?

#6. Availability

…are you available to find and secure the best property?

Will you be able to preview & screen properties when they first become

available?

#7. Commitment

…are you committed to reaching your goals in a specific time frame?

Interested in learning more about the Chico area or Ryan?
Vaught Properties: Chico Income Property
Chico Condos: Chico Condo Sales
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Chico Luxury Homes
Chico Investment Property

Ryan Vaught Real Estate
Keller Williams Chico CA
Office Phone: (530) 343-2959

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·  Chico MLS Search
·  Today’s New Listings
·  For Sellers
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