AMERICAN CANYON REAL ESTATE-MODIFYING MY MORTGAGE Due to recent economic events, many find that they are having difficulty keeping up with their current mortgage payments.  Given the fact that many will soon see low or no interest rate mortgages adjust up, they are knowledgeable that they will not be able to afford their mortgage payment. Enter the loan modification.  LOOK OUT!!!!  A loan modification promises under the HAMP or HAFA programs to lower your monthly payment to one that meets your current economic situation.  First ask yourself, why would my bank really want to help me?  Most would say, because they do not want me to foreclose, they get nothing.    Banks know how to protect their investments; they most likely have insurance that you are unaware of. A loan modification sound... 05/24/2010

AMERICAN CANYON REAL ESTATE-WHAT IS CONTINGENT VS. PENDING Many clients are mystified by what the difference between a property that is contingent versus one that is pending.  Hopefully, I can clear some of that confusion up for everyone.  When you as a buyer place an offer on a property and a seller accepts, you are given a certain number of days to complete your contingencies.  A contingency can be an inspection, an appraisal, loan verification, etc.  Typically in California the purchase contract allows for standard timeframes for each contingency.  Acceptance begins the day after the acceptance date.  So if you get a contact back from the seller on May7th, the clock starts ticking on your contingency period begins on May 8th.  LOAN APPLICATION, meaning within seven days after accepta... 05/18/2010

AMERICAN CANYON REAL ESTATE STATISTICS WEEK OF MAY 7TH This week American Canyon Real Estate saw a lot of activity for its market size.  Nine homes were new to the for sale market, eight homes that were for sale got accepted offers and went contingent.  Four homes went pending and three homes were sold. Listings per Status   Days On Market Two thirds of the homes listed for sale, were in the market for less than 30 days.  One third of the American Canyon homes for sale were on the market between 31 and 60 days.   Listing vs. Sales Price Of the homes that were for sale in American Canyon, those that were aggressively priced to sell and on the market for less than 30 days, actually saw a "bidding up" in price to fair market value or higher.  When listing your home to sell, you must find ... 05/15/2010

SELL MY AMERICAN CANYON HOUSE-FREE HOME WARRRANTY FOR YOUR BUYER IF YOU LIST WITH ME IN THE MONTH OF MAY There comes a time when almost everyone will need to sell their American Canyon house.  If could be because you have outgrown it with an increasing family or you want to downsize because you find yourself an empty nester.  You may have been transferred, promoted or found a better opportunity further away.  In these tough economic times, you may find that for one reason or another; you can no longer maintain the payments and have to explore the option of a short sale. Whatever the reason, I'm sure your goal is to sell it in the shortest amount of time, at the best possible price and with the least amount of stress.  This is where my expertise can help you sell your American Canyon hou... 05/03/2010

I NEED TO SELL MY AMERICAN CANYON HOUSE There comes a time when almost everyone will need to sell their American Canyon house.  If could be because you have outgrown it with an increasing family or you want to downsize because you find yourself an empty nester.  You may have been transferred, promoted or found a better opportunity further away.      In these tough economic times, you may find that for one reason or another; you can no longer maintain the payments and have to explore the option of a short sale. Whatever the reason, I'm sure your goal is to sell it in the shortest amount of time, at the best possible price and with the least amount of stress.  This is where my expertise can help you sell your American Canyon house.  During and after the sale of their American Canyon homes... 04/27/2010

AMERICAN CANYON HOMES FOR SALE LA VIGNE The Gateway to the Napa Valley is located just off American Canyon Road and Flosden, where you will find the subdivision of La Vigne.  It is located right next door to the American Canyon High School, which is the first all green high school in the nation and will open in the Fall of 2010.  La Vigne in American Canyon has many types of homes for sale.  They range in size from approximately 1700 square feet to well over 3000 square feet.  You will find models with 3 beds and two baths as well as homes with five beds and four baths.  In La Vigne, you will find several playground areas for children as well as open areas and walking trails. La Vigne is nestled among the green hills of the Napa Valley, but close enough to shopping, dining and entertain... 04/25/2010

AMERICAN CANYON HOMES FOR SALE Wetlands Edge PRICE REDUCTIONS It is April 25th, 2010 and here are the new homes that came on the market this week in American Canyon in Wetlands Edge.  Wetlands Edge is the area going west down American Canyon Road that runs from Benton on down to Eucalyptus. There is only one price reduction this week in the highly desirable area of Wetlands Edge in American Canyon.  It is a Five bedroom, three bath room home with 3490 square feet.  It has a full master and bath downstairs.  It was listed at $431K, but was reduced by $8000 to $421k.  Along with the tax credit, you could really get some cash in your pocket if you act fast. For more information on American Canyon homes for sale in Wetlands Edge, please contact via phone, email or text.  To see what's for s... 04/25/2010

 AMERICAN CANYON HOMES FOR SALE PRICE REDUCTIONS VINTAGE RANCH DOLCETTO It is April 25th, 2010 and here are the new homes that had PRICE REDUCTIONS this week in American Canyon in Vintage Ranch Dolcetto. We have a four bedroom, four bath at 2843 square feet.  It is priced at $540K, after a price reduction of 10,000.  Add that to the tax credit and you just saved $18K.  Celebration time--c'mon!!! The other price reduction in Vintage Ranch was a six bedroom and five bath rooms, can someone say housekeeper?  It is 4250 square feet and is now priced at $640K after a $10Kprice reduction. For more information on American Canyon homes for sale in Vintage Ranch Dolcetto, please contact via phone, email or text.  To see what's for sale throughout the Bay Area, please visit my website at: www.sol... 04/25/2010

AMERICAN CANYON HOMES FOR SALE WEEKLY UPDATE It is April 25th, 2010 and here are the new homes that came on the market this week in American Canyon in Vintage Ranch Dolcetto. We have a five bed, five bath 4059 square foot home that butts up against open space and is in a cul de sac.  It is priced at $493,000.  See vlog below for more information on thei American Canyon home for sale in Vintage Ranch Dolcetto.  $121.21 per square foot. The other one is a 5 bed, four bath at 3985 sqaure feet.  It is priced at $629,000.  This is priced at $157.84 a square foot. For more information on American Canyon homes for sale in Vintage Ranch Dolcetto, please contact via phone, email or text.  To see what's for sale throughout the Bay Area, please visit my website at: www.soldbynicole.com and click o... 04/25/2010

AMERICAN CANYON REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE MARCH 2010 In March 2010, there were 30 homes sold in American Canyon.  The avergare list price for American Canyon Real Estate was $315,996.  The average sales price was $316,388 for American Canyon Real Estate.  This means that the average sales price was 100.01% of listing price.  Quick Stats - Averages   Listing $ SqFt Listing Pr/SqFt DOM/CDOM Sale $ Selling Pr/SqFt Residential (30) $315,996 2114 $149 90/90 $316,388 $150 Street Full Address Listing Price Selling Price 62 Redhead St American Canyon, CA 94503 399,900 399,900 1501 Rio Grande Dr American Canyon, CA 94503 154,800 179,000 151 Sonoma Creek Way American Canyon, CA 94503 499,000 490,000 155 Sonoma Creek Way American Canyon, CA 94503 489,000 489,000 195 Sienna Way American Canyon, CA ... 04/06/2010

AMERICAN CANYON REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE MARCH 2010 In March 2010, there were 30 homes sold in American Canyon.  The avergare list price for American Canyon Real Estate was $315,996.  The average sales price was $316,388 for American Canyon Real Estate.  This means that the average sales price was 100.01% of listing price.  Quick Stats - Averages   Listing $ SqFt Listing Pr/SqFt DOM/CDOM Sale $ Selling Pr/SqFt Residential (30) $315,996 2114 $149 90/90 $316,388 $150 Street Full Address Listing Price Selling Price 62 Redhead St American Canyon, CA 94503 399,900 399,900 1501 Rio Grande Dr American Canyon, CA 94503 154,800 179,000 151 Sonoma Creek Way American Canyon, CA 94503 499,000 490,000 155 Sonoma Creek Way American Canyon, CA 94503 489,000 489,000 195 Sienna Way American Canyon, CA ... 04/06/2010

American Canyon Gets a New Green High School near the La Vigne, Canyon Creek and Vintage Ranch Subdivisions American Canyon has a lot going for it.  Nestled between San Francisco and the Napa Valley, it is surrounded by green hills and water.  One thing that it has been missing is a high school to call its own.  Well, this fall that wait is over.  And to boot it is going green. American Canyon High School will be located right next to the La Vigne, Canyon Creek and Vintage Ranch subdivisions on the corner of American Canyon Road and Newell.  The high school will incorporate numerous innovative sustainable design elements. It will include a 500 Kw photovoltaic solar array that will provide more than 40 percent of the campus' electricity. It will also use an advanced ground source heat pu... 03/24/2010

American Canyon CA Real Estate 7 Black Duck Court Beautiful five bedroom, 3 full bath home in American Canyon.  3400 square feet with a larger than average lot.  A must see.  Call Nicole for more information. www.soldbynicole.com   03/23/2010

AMERICAN CANYON LIBRARY Hours:Monday             10:00 - 5:30Tuesday            10:00 - 5:30Wednesday        2:00 - 9:00Thursday             2:00 - 9:00Saturday           10:00 - 5:00 Welcome to the American Canyon Napa County Library.  The American canyon Library strives for your visits to the library to be pleasant and successful.  The American Canyon Library staff are dedicated to helping you make use of the full range of resources, services and programs that they have to offer.The American Canyon Napa County Library serves American Canyon by providing free and equal access to public library facilities, information resources, and services that enable American Canyon's diverse population to acquire information, pursue life-long learning, explore ideas, experience recreational and cult... 03/23/2010

American Canyon CA Real Estate-Taqueria Rosita 2--Great Mexican Food If you are looking for great Mexican food, authentic flavor and friendly service, Taqueria Rosita 2 in American Canyon is the place.  They have everything Mexican on the menu from enchiladas, tacos and burritos. The food at Taqueria Rosita 2 is fresh and served quickly. It will make your mouth water. This a true American Canyon gem. Taqueria Rosita 2 is a great place to go if you are looking for a leisurely lunch, quiet dinner or an after work gathering with friends. American Canyon CA is the southernmost city of Napa County. It is approximately 35 miles Northeast of San Francisco. American Canyon is bounded geographically by the Napa River to the west, the foothills of the Sulphur Springs Mountains to the east, Vallej... 03/23/2010

Unless modified, time is running out on the Federal Government's home buyer's tax credit as buyers need a binding written contract to purchase a home by April 30, 2010 and close the sale by July 1, 2010 to qualify for this credit. First time home buyers will receive an $8,000 tax credit or 10% of the sale price of the home, whichever is less. The maximum sale price for a home is $800,000. The full credit is available for couples with a modified adjusted gross income of $150,000 or less and for other taxpayers with a modified adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less. For existing home owners, there is a $6,500 credit or 10% of the purchase price, whichever is less. These buyers must have resided in their current home for five consecutive years in the past eight years. Single buyers with ... 03/23/2010

NOTICE OF DEFAULT IN AMERICAN CANYON?  NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE? FORECLOSURE? SAVING MY AMERICAN CANYON HOME FROM FORECLOSURE  Here's how you can sell your American Canyon home for less than you owe the bank, avoid foreclosure, save your credit and get your lender to pay all the costs-for FREE!  A new informative e-book has just been released called "The Home Owner's Guide to Real Estate Short Sales" and it is possibly the most valuable guide on how to use a short sale to stop or avoid foreclosure available today.  Inside this book, you will learn how to sell your American Canyon home or investment property quickly and easily using a home selling strategy called a real estate short sale...and owe nothing! You can stop the bank from foreclosing on your American Canyon home and ruining your... 03/03/2010

 American Canyon CA Real Estate Sales January 2010 American Canyon Real Estate Sales are looking great for the month of January 2010.  There were a total of 24 homes sold in American Canyon this month.  The average list price was $303,001and the average sales price was $304,837.  Meaning that property values are on the rise again. Below is a list of all real estate that sold in American Canyon this January.  Please feel free to contact me to discuss your American Canyon real estate needs. www.soldbynicole.com www.homesincontracosta.com www.stopmyforeclosurebayarea.com Street Full Address Selling Price 2555 Flosden Rd #105 American Canyon, CA 94503 67,000 601 Kilpatrick St American Canyon, CA 94503 240,000 106 Gold Valley Ct American Canyon, CA 94503 442,179 35 Rio Del Mar St American Ca... 02/05/2010

East Bay Homes- American Canyon, California Real Estate Market Update for November 2009  Right in the heart of wine country, American Canyon, California, lies just north of Vallejo in southern Napa County. The town is just south of the Napa County Airport and about 35 miles northeast of San Francisco. The American Canyon real estate market is  very small . Knowing what is going on with regard to sales is important for making a buying or selling decision. Finding comparables for determining price for either a listing or a purchase can sometimes be tricky because of the limited inventory.  Here is a summary of the American Canyon real estate market for November 2009 based on information provided by the BAREIS MLS   # Sold Average Price Days on Market List Price/Sale Price %- age NOV 2009 ... 12/08/2009

What can you and your family do in American Canyon this summer?   It is that time of year again, where we hear that all too infamous phrase from our kids.  What is it?  "I'm soooooo bored."  Well, if you live in American Canyon, you would be less likely to hear that.  Here is a short preview of summer activities that you and your kids can get involved in.  There are a variety of dance classes to choose.  Tap, ballet and hop are offered for all age levels.  Pre-schoolers can take these too or join in on a tumbling class.  There are day camps, jazzercise, classes in CPR, golfing, martial arts as well as tennis and of course aquatics.  To find out more on this exciting time in American Canyon click this link:  http://www.americancanyon.com/news/JuneEvents.pdf  Does American Canyon sound li... 06/15/2009