En esta era de poder comprar cualquier cosa en cualquier lugar, es realmente importante saber lo que usted está buscando cuando comience la búsqueda de su casa.Si usted ha estado pensando en comprar una casa por algún tiempo, probablemente ha elaborado una lista de cosas que le encantaría tener en su casa nueva. Muchos compradores de casa nuevos fantasean acerca de los servicios que ellos han visto en la televisión o ‘Pinterest’, y empiezan a mirar la innumerable lista de casas para la venta con lentes color rosa.¿Realmente necesita ese fregadero estilo de granja en la cocina para estar feliz con su elección de casa? ¿Sería un garaje para dos carros una conveniencia o una necesidad? ¿Puede ‘la cueva para el hombre’ de sus sueños ser un proyecto de renovación para el futuro en vez hace... 06/26/2019

https://www.facebook.com/pg/CelebrateRecoveryAtCalvaryNexus http://calvarynexus.org/project/celebrate-recovery https://www.celebraterecoveryinventuracountyatcalvarynexus.org/ Los datos dicen que abril es el mejor mes para poner su casa a la venta  ¡El mercado de la vivienda de la primavera está listo para la carrera! El inventario de casas para la venta está aumentando, los compradores están en vigor y las tasas de interés se han mantenido bajas, alcanzando el interes de los compradores y vendedores previamente evitando tomar la decisión de mudarse.   ¡Una nueva investigación de realtor.com muestra que la primera semana de abril es en realidad el mejor momento para poner su casa a la venta! El informe utilizó “Las tendencias en el precio medio de venta, las vistas por propiedad en Real... 03/27/2019

Did you ever read fairytales when you were a kid? Ever wonder what the live-action versions would look like? Gypsies in a Trunk wants to show you when they perform Channel Islands Fairytales in the Park 2018 in Oxnard this summer.What: Channel Islands Fairytales in the Park 2018 Where: Harbor View Park (3600 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard) When: June 3rd, July 1st, Aug 5th & Sept 2nd, 2 pm Admission: FREE (donations suggested) Contact: Gypsies in a Trunk contact formChannel Islands Fairytales in the Park 2018 Gypsies in the Trunk puts a very modern twist on classic fairytales. This all-volunteer troupe performs Channel Islands Fairytales in the Park 2018 at Harbor View Park on the first Sunday of every month from now until September. While molded for the younger crowd, grown-ups will delight in th... 05/21/2018

Boating is a way of life along the Pacific Ocean coastline. It's important to know how to safely navigate the area as well as what the current laws are in regards to boating. The US Coast Guard hosts their Channel Islands Safe Boating Expo 2018 on May 12th. They encourage all boaters to attend this free community event to stay apprised of the rules of the waterways. What: Channel Islands Safe Boating Expo 2018 Where: US Coast Guard State (4201 S Victoria Ave, Oxnard) When: Saturday, May 12th, 9 am to 4 pm Admission: FREE Contact: US Coast Guard Channel Islands (800) 704-5620Channel Islands Safe Boating Expo 2018 The Red Cross, Channel Islands Harbor Patrol, Oxnard Police, National Park, Fire Department, and, of course, the US Coast Guard (among others) plan on setting up informational b... 05/07/2018

Living near the ocean gives us access to an amazing lifestyle here in Ventura County. Our homes sit right on the migratory highway for some of the world's largest mammals: whales. Right now, the Channel Islands whale watching season 2018 is open for business. It's your chance to view these fantastic sea creatures as they make their way along the Pacific Ocean waterway.What: Channel Islands Whale Watching Season 2018 Where: Island Packers (3600 S Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA) When: Now through Mid-April Cost: Varies Contact: Island Packers (805) 642-1393 or via emailChannel Islands Whale Watching Season 2018Spouting, breaching, diving, spyhopping. Whatever you see whales do feels simply magical. And it all happens right in our own Oxnard backyard. On one three hour Channel Islands whale watch... 01/02/2018

It is time for the Oxnard Tamale Festival. The ninth annual Oxnard Tamale Festival is this Saturday, December 3, 2016. The Oxnard Tamale Festival will feature tamales from several local restaurants and vendors. Oxnard Tamale FestivalDecember 3, 2016, 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.Plaza Park - Downtown5th & B StreetOxnard, CA oxnardtamalefestival.comFreeDo you make the best tamales? If so you can enter them in the Best Tamale Contest. Click here for the entry forms.  The Oxnard Tamale Festival is held in conjunction with Oxnard's Christmas Parade.  2016 Oxnard Christmas ParadeWill be December 3rd 2016 10am-12pm"Christmas Fun For Everyone"  Who doesn't love a good parade and a good Tamale!  12/02/2016

This is the October 2016 Real Estate Market Update for Oxnard Condos We see that in October, 2016 there were almost as many Oxnard Condos sold in October, 2016 as sold last October, The median price for Oxnard Condos increased as well as the  average sale price from what was recorded in October, 2015.   Inventory of Oxnard Condos has hit almost an all time low. This puts pressure on prices to rise, however, price appreciation is somewhat constrained due to overall affordability. We will have to wait to see what will happen to our local real estate market when the new administration takes office. There are almost triple the number of Oxnard Condos available versus Ventura. It is also important to point out that the lower price range of Oxnard Condos is very competitive. If one is looking... 11/20/2016

This is the October 2016 Market Update for Oxnard Homes We see in October, 2016 that there were 4 less homes sold than what was sold in October, 2015. The report also tells us that the average price for Oxnard Homes increased by 4.07% since last October.   Here is a couple of interesting facts about Oxnard… the climate of Oxnard is dry and subtropical with the average high temperature reaching only 70 degrees and the average low only reaching 52. The city is a major hub for transportation in the region of Southern California. The Greyhound, Amtrak, Metrolink and Union Pacific all have stops in the city. Now back to the October 2016 Market Update for Oxnard Homes. Inventory of Oxnard Homes, at the time of this post, was the same as last month, 113 Oxnard Homes are available for sale, exc... 11/18/2016

This is the September 2016 Market Update for Oxnard Condos We see that in September, 2016 there were two less Oxnard Condos sold from what was sold last September, However, the median price for Oxnard Condos increased while the average price dipped slightly from last year.   Inventory of Oxnard Condos is still low, which puts pressure on prices to rise, however, price appreciation is somewhat constrained due to overall affordability. There are almost triple the number of Oxnard Condos available versus what is available in Ventura. It is also important to point out that the lower price range of Oxnard Condos is very competitive. If one is looking to purchase in this particular price range, one needs to be fully pre-approved and ready to go as condos in this attractive price range often g... 11/01/2016

This is the September 2016 Market Update for Oxnard Single Family Homes We see in September, 2016 that there were less homes sold than in September, 2015. Seven less to be exact or 8.33% less. The report also tells us that the average price for Oxnard Homes increased by 7.37% since last September.   Oxnard is located along the the Pacific Ocean coastline and is the 19th most populous city in California and the most populous city in Ventura County. Inventory of Oxnard Single Family Homes is still low, which puts pressure on housing prices to rise, however, price appreciation is somewhat constrained due to overall affordability. It is also important to point out that the lower price range of Oxnard Homes is very competitive. If one is looking to purchase in this particular price range, on... 10/28/2016

This is the August 2016 Real Estate Market Update forOxnard Condos Condo sales for August, 2016 was down by three from last August. However, both the median price and the average price for Oxnard Condos was up from last year.  Inventory of Oxnard Condos is still low, which puts pressure on prices to rise, however, price appreciation is somewhat constrained due to overall affordability. There are almost triple the number of Oxnard Condos available versus Ventura.It is also important to point out that the lower price range of Oxnard Condos is very competitive. If one is looking to purchase in this particular price range, one needs to be fully pre-approved and ready to go as condos in this attractive price range often get multiple offers or a good offer within days that is accepted by the ... 09/20/2016

This is the August 2016 Real Estate Market Update for Oxnard Single Family Homes. Homes sales for Oxnard Single Family Homes were down by three in August, 2016 compared to August, 2015 with regards to the number of homes sold.  Oxnard is named for the Oxnard brothers who established the American Beet Sugar Company between 1887 and 1889. Oxnard is located along the the Pacific Ocean coastline and is the most populous city in Ventura County.Inventory of Oxnard Single Family Homes is still low, which puts pressure on housing prices to rise, however, price appreciation is somewhat constrained due to overall affordability.It is also important to point out that the lower price range of Oxnard Homes is very competitive.If one is looking to purchase in this particular price range, one needs to ... 09/13/2016

This is the July 2016 Real Estate Market Update for Oxnard Single Family Homes. Homes sales for Oxnard Single Family Homes was equally as strong in July, 2016 compared to July, 2015 with regards to the number of homes sold.    Please note this Real Estate Market Report does not include the oceanfront homes which in my opinion skew the overall statistics for Oxnard Single Family Homes. I like to break the oceanfront area out and look at those prices separately. Inventory of Oxnard Single Family Homes is still low, which puts pressure on housing prices to rise, however, price appreciation is somewhat constrained due to overall affordability. It is also important to point out that the lower price range of Oxnard Homes is very competitive. If one is looking to purchase in this particular pr... 08/31/2016

Oxnard Condos Report May 2016 Let’s take a look at the Oxnard Condo Report for May 2016 to see how this segment of the Oxnard Real Estate Market performed in this leap month. Condo buyers interested in downsizing to a more manageable, low-maintenance Condo, as well, as those looking to begin their Condo ownership journey, will want to check out the condos for sale in Oxnard.  I will use the term Condos, short for Condominiums. Here locally, we use the terms Condos and Townhomes interchangeably. There were 62 Oxnard Condos sold in May, 2016.   We see from the illustration below that the May 2016 Average Oxnard Condo Price dipped a bit by 2.25% from last May. The Oxnard Condo Price Report May 2016 also tells us that the Median Price has went up 10.94% from what was recorded in May 2015.  ... 07/01/2016

Oxnard Homes Report May 2016 Let’s take a look at the Oxnard Homes Report May 2016 to see how this segment of the Oxnard Real Estate Market performed in this leap month.  83 homes sold this May compared to 75 in May 2015. This is an increase in Oxnard Home sales of 10.67%. Here is a breakdown of the other numbers. The Median Sales Price jumped up by 4.01% from what was recorded a year ago and went up by 2.33% from what was cumulatively recorded 3 months ago. The Median Sales Price is the point at which half of homes sold for more and half sold for less. It is influenced by the types of homes selling as well as a general change in values. Average Sales Price also appreciated this month going up 5.04% compared to May of last year. This price point also went ever so slightly .03% from what... 06/30/2016

Is there a more perfect summer fruit than strawberries?  I don't think so.  The Oxnard Strawberry Festival 2016 will be bursting with flavor as they honor this beautiful heart-shaped fruit at Oxnard College Park this weekend.  That's two days of strawberry love.  What a berry sweet celebration!What: Oxnard Strawberry Festival 2016 Where: Oxnard College Park (3250 S Rose Ave) When: May 21 & 22, 2016, 10am to 6:30pm Cost: $12/Adult, $8/Senior (62+) and Active Military (w/ID), $5/Child Ages 5-12, FREE Under 5 Yrs Old Contact: Strawberry Festival Info Line (888) 288-9242Oxnard Strawberry Festival 2016Strawberries are packed full of antioxidants.  They are helpful in boosting your immune system (thank you Vitamin C).  They help with collagen production (bye-bye wrinkles).  They fight the "ba... 05/19/2016

Southern California is a beautiful place to live.  Many residents of Channel Islands homes own boats.  With the ocean right in their backyard, it isn't hard to imagine spending a day out on the vast blue seas.  You need to keep you, your family and your boat safe on these outings.  The US Coast Guard will be hosting the 2016 Ventura County Safe Boating Expo on Saturday, May 14th to help make sure you stay safe when sailing our harbor this year.What: 2016 Ventura County Safe Boating Expo Where: Channel Islands USCG Station (4201 S Victoria Ave, Oxnard, CA) When: Saturday, May 14th, 9am to 4pm Admission: FREE Contact: US Coast Guard (800) 704-56202016 Ventura County Safe Boating ExpoSafety is a big concern for anyone who has ever been on a boat, especially out on the ocean.  The Channel I... 05/05/2016

The 2015 Ventura County Juneteenth Celebration takes place at Plaza Park this Saturday.  Everyone in our Oxnard community is welcome to come.  Admission is absolutely FREE!What: 2015 Ventura County Juneteenth Celebration Where: Plaza Park, 5th & B St, Downtown Oxnard When: Saturday, June 20th 10am to 6pm Cost: FREE Contact: Ventura County Chapter of BAPA (805) 488-8290What is Juneteenth?The history of Juneteenth began on June 19, 1865.  That was the day that Major General Gordon Granger rode in to Galveston, TX with the news that the war was over.  It also was decreed that all slaves were now free men.  The Emancipation Proclamation had officially been signed on January 1, 1863.  There are several theories as to why it took two and a half years for the news to reach Texas.  But no one k... 06/18/2015

The 2015 Oxnard Tower 2 Tower Stair Climb takes place this Saturday.  The course has been designed so that all ages can participate.  Skip the gym this Saturday.  Get your workout completed in our lovely Oxnard community.What: 2015 Oxnard Tower 2 Tower Stair Climb Fundraiser Where: City National Bank (500 E Esplanade Dr) When: Saturday, June 6th, Registration at 9am, Stair Climb at 10am Cost: $35-$50 Contact: City of Oxnard (805) 701-2721 or Sergio Martinez, Fire Marshal (805) 385-7720 or via emailWhat to Expect at the 2015 Oxnard Tower 2 Tower Stair Climb FundraiserThe 2015 Oxnard Tower 2 Tower Stair Climb is 50 floors and 9000 steps.  Whew!  Participants begin at the bottom of the City National Bank Tower.  First, run up this tower's 14 floors and then back down.  Next, sprint through... 06/04/2015

What tastes better than burgers and beer on a warm spring afternoon?  Throw in some live musical entertainment and you've got an afternoon of fun and frivolity ahead of you here in our Ventura County community.  You'll find all of this and more at the 2015 Oxnard Hamburger and Hops Music Festival.What: 2015 Oxnard Hamburger and Hops Music FestivalWhere: Collection Park (2751 Parkview Ct Ste 261)When: Saturday, March 2nd 11am to 5:30pmCost: $10 General Admission, Kids 12 & Under FREEContact: The Collection RiverPark (805) 988-0717The 2015 Oxnard Hamburger and Hops Music Festival is a family-friendly event.  Do you like Reggae music?  Are you into Funk?  Is Top 40 at the top of your music list?  It's all here and played live all afternoon long.  Everyone is invited to get up and shake you... 04/30/2015