Monthly Archives: November 2007

Sonoma County in the fall

As my husband always acclaims: Sonoma County is the most beautiful place in the world to live. Well there are other beautiful places but the fall colors in Sonoma County together with the dramatic skies never fail to catch my … Continue reading

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Buyers beware

So you got pre-approved for a loan a few months ago and are home shopping on your leisure. Inventory is high (this morning we had 3182 active listings in Sonoma County), you have reason to take your time. Just a … Continue reading

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Economic Outlook for Sonoma county

For those that were unable to attend the recent presentation by Chris Thornberg please paste into your browser http://www.sonoma-county.org/edb/pdf/2007/thornberg_pres_20071102.pdf and read his overview of the local economy.  Not a pretty picture in the short term, however, better than many other parts of … Continue reading

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Quotes about Owning Real Estate

And you thought now is about the worst time to buy Real Estate let alone own Real Estate? Over priced, not worth it, etc etc etc. Let me share some quotes with you: “A home is where a bad investment … Continue reading

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Aging in Sonoma County

Since Sonoma County is one of the most beautiful places on earth to live (ask my hubby) people tend to stay around. I tend to think that people who live in a great environment live longer. Alas, when we get … Continue reading

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