Things to Inspect before Selling Your Santa Cruz Beach Home There are many buyers in search for the perfect Santa Cruz beach house for sale, and your home could be exactly what they are looking for. If you are trying to sell your house, you would want to feel confident about the condition of your home before putting up the “For Sale” sign. Here are some of the common issues found in home inspections that you should pay attention to as you prepare your home for listing.  Faulty WiringWhen your home’s breaker trips frequently, the lights have a buzzing sound, the outlets are hot to the touch, or wires are frayed, it might be time for an upgrade on your wiring. Worn out or outdated systems are the most common issues for these concerns.  Fixing these should be first on your list of things t... 07/28/2016

5 Things You Should Know When Selling Your Santa Cruz CA Beach Home When you are ready and thinking about listing your home for buyers looking for Santa Cruz CA beach homes for sale, you would want to know a few things and spruce it up for viewing. Here are some tips to give your home a special touch as you get ready to put it on the market.  1. Know the right timing.One of the first things you should consider is the best time to list your Santa Cruz CA beach house for sale. In addition to their years of experience, real estate professionals have tools that can estimate when is the best time to sell your home. For instance, you might get more when you sell in April than in October, depending on your location. Determine the right time to sell in order to get the best value for your prope... 07/21/2016

129 Misty Ct Santa Cruz CA 95060 | Home for Sale   This charming 5 bedroom custom built home for sale in Santa Cruz CA with 2.5 baths offers rest and solitude away from the business of the city, in the midst of the full grown trees.  Enjoy your alone time or time with family and friends in the approximately 3,000 square feet of living space on a .44 acres-land in a quiet cul-de-sac in the wonderful community of Rancho Carbonera.  Take delight in life’s moments as you prepare tasty meals in your modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances in preparation for your bonding with your loved ones at the spacious living room with the open floor plan or the huge patio with a relaxing view of the trees.  Turn your cellphone off as you take a dip and relax in your Jason Hydrotherapy tub.   Clo... 06/08/2016

129 Misty Ct Santa Cruz CA 95060 | 5 Bedroom Home for Sale Inspiration is one of the major perks of being the owner of this beautiful 5 bedroom home for sale in Santa Cruz.  This stunning home offers 2.5 baths, stainless steel kitchen appliances for cooking, a Jason hydrotherapy tub for relaxing, and a beautiful garden view that offers solitude and rest, and is a great avenue for creativity. Offered for $1,329,000  Built in 2004 and presently one of the Santa Cruz home for sale, this stunning abode that offers approximately 3,000 square feet of living space is seated on .44 acres of land in a quiet cul-de-sac.  Once you see that front door from afar after a whole day of hard work, you will already feel the tension in your shoulders loosen up as you anticipate the comfort that going home... 06/07/2016

LOWEST PRICED HOME CLOSEST TO THE BEACH IN SANTA CRUZ!You can't beat the price on this home and be this close to the beach in Santa Cruz.  You can walk to the beach from your home on 'Walk Circle".  This home is located at 218 Walk Circle on the Westside of Santa Cruz.  Priced at $719,000 you will not find a lower priced home closer to the beach.  See all Homes for Sale in Santa Cruz   and homes for sale under $800,000   This is a single level, 2 bedroom + 2 bathroom home on a sunny, flat lot.  You can truly enjoy the Santa Cruz weather and lifestyle and have your friends over for BBQs after a surf session at Steamer's Lane.The interior of the home features hardwood floors, crown molding, skylights, fireplace, double pane windows.The kitchen is spacious and has a dining bar and beautifu... 06/01/2016

Talking About the Real Estate Market in Santa Cruz on KION News Housing prices in Santa Cruz sky rocket SANTA CRUZ, California - It’s a busy holiday weekend here on the Central Coast with people from all over celebrating Memorial Day weekend. But not everyone is here just for our scenic views or beaches, they're also looking for a place to call home. "I'm looking for something that can fit my kids and changing lifestyle," said potential buyer Lisa Napier. But Lisa Napier is not the only one eyeing custom built properties. "These homes that are over a million dollars are in demand because they are on the west side, close to Uc Santa Cruz, or here in a great commute location,” said Keller Williams real estate agent Sandy Wallace. "They have more property, they are more modern." Real estat... 05/30/2016

129 Misty Ct Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | Offer Price $1,329,000 Rancho CarboneraCustom Built in 2004 18,949 SF lot | .44 Acres 3000 SF living area 4 bedrooms upstairs 5th bedroom | office on the main level 2.5 Bathrooms Luxury Home in Santa Cruz This home has charm and character with luxurious style. The entry has high ceilings with natural light all the way to the sky light on the second floor. Frank Lloyd Wright type design starts at the front door entryway and is open to the forest of trees and outdoor living.  Feels like you are living in natural light and nature inside and outside.  Luxury Home built in 2004 with all the features and benefits that you would expect in a Luxary Home. This home sits on almost half  an acre of peaceful private land with a greenbelt of a 25 acres private par... 05/27/2016

2030 N Pacific Avenue, Downtown Santa Cruz Condos for Sale Find condos for sale at 2030 N Pacific Avenue and similar condos for sale as the 2030 N Pacific Avenue Condos in Downtown Santa Cruz. Get the value of your Santa Cruz Condo or Home in today's market 2030 N Pacific Avenue Condo Complex in Downtown Santa Cruz is perfect if you want to be able to walk to restaurants, coffeeshops (Verve!), music, shopping and beaches.  The 2030 N Pacific Avenue condos are located right next to the town clock Downtown Santa Cruz. If you are looking for a clean, modern condo with amenities like a pool and gym, look no further!  This condo complex has a Walkscore of 95, ranking it as one of the top 1% of Walkscores in the country.   They have underground parking so you know your vehicle is secure as w... 05/11/2016

341 35th Ave Santa Cruz CA 95062 | Home for Sale in Santa Cruz CA A life of fun and excitement awaits you in this wonderful vacation home for sale in Santa Cruz CA. The property is located near the edge of the Pacific Ocean in Pleasure Point, just 1 block from the beach, and has one of the most desired coastlines by beach goers, surfers, and whale watchers. The home is a 1920’s style bungalow which has been used as a permanent residence and as a successful vacation rental for many years—with a gross rental income up to $85,000 a year!     The interior of the home features an open architecture design allowing the cook in the kitchen to have a speak with those in the other areas of the house. This home for sale in Santa Cruz also features two queen-bed alcoves designed with blue-velvet c... 05/11/2016

341 35th Ave Santa Cruz CA 95062 | Santa Cruz CA Home for Sale Experience the fun and excitement of life near the edge of the Pacific in this fabulous home for sale in Santa Cruz CA. This lovely vacation home is located in one of the most desired pieces of coastline by surfers, whale watchers and beach goers. The property is located less than one block from the beach and East Cliff Drive, and is conveniently near a variety of fun and unique shops. This fully furnished, immaculate home has been a successful vacation rental and permanent residence for many years. The gross rental income has been up to $85,000 a year. This home will be sold as is, with the current advertising, vacation rental permit in place and help from the current owners if you need to learn how to rent it. The open arc... 05/10/2016

 Robert Vegas Bob Swetz will be "Hanging out at the Beaches of Santa Cruz California" soon and this summer will be a blast.With May already here you can see the Life Guards are getting ready along the beaches ;o) 05/01/2016

Tax Benefits of Buying a Home and First Time Buyer Programs Owning your own home is a goal that most people have in life and something to strive for.  Many people look at the home prices in Santa Cruz and think it can never happen for them.  But it can.  I have helped so many people that never thought they would be able to buy a home.  It is one of the joys of my profession that I can help someone achieve such a large goal in their life.  Sometimes people are afraid to even think about the prospect of buying a home and what it will really cost them, it is such a big move and decision in your life.  I always say it is best to be educated about what it takes to buy a home so you can know if you are ready or what it will take to get there.  Many times potential home buyers are surprised th... 04/07/2016

SANTA CRUZ HOME SOLD IN LESS THAN 1 WEEK!Homes are selling at a record pace in Santa Cruz - this home at 212 Walk Circle went into escrow in less than 1 week and with multple offers: Homes in Santa Cruz are selling with multlple offers and over the asking price more times than not in this market.  There is no competition out there for those that are choosing to put their home on the market right now.  This will be another strong year for Santa Cruz county homes sales.    03/19/2016

CONDOS FOR SALE BY UCSC IN SANTA CRUZWith the sky high rents that we have seen in recent years in Santa Cruz and the Westside of Santa Cruz specifically, many people have found it more cost effective to buy a condo or home by UCSC instead of renting.  Price ranges for condos for sale near UCSC in Santa Cruz range from about $350,000 to $800,000 depending on size, location, view.   Monthly HOA dues for condos for sale by UCSC in Santa Cruz generally range from about $300 to $450 depending on if the complex has a pool and how many utilities are included in the monthly HOA.What are the condos for sale by UCSC in Santa Cruz like?  There are simple 2 bedroom condos that are very near the entrance of UCSC where you can easily ride your bike or even walk or use the bus.  Some of these complexe... 03/09/2016

WESTSIDE SANTA CRUZ HOME FOR SALE - WALK TO BEACH! 212 Walk Circle, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Elegant, turn key home located in a fantastic neighborhood on the lower Westside of Santa Cruz where you can walk to the beach and West Cliff Drive.  This is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home that has been recently remodeled with quality finishes and attention to detail.  You will not find many homes of this quality in Santa Cruz.    Vaulted ceilings and skylights in the living room and master bedroom suite give the home a spacious feeling.  Large windows let in lots of light and the raised foundation gives you a view of the neighborhood.  Charming front porch invites you to sip your morning coffee and meet your neighbors.   The kitchen features granite slab countertops, breakfast bar, gas stove, double ... 02/16/2016

EXTREME LACK OF INVENTORY DRIVES HOMES PRICES UP IN SANTA CRUZWhile the dead of winter is not typically a time we see a lot of homes for sale in Santa Cruz, this year there is a particularly acute 'drought' of homes for sale in Santa Cruz, especially on the Westside of Santa Cruz.  Maybe it is the El Nino storms that are keeping some homeowners from putting their homes on the market.  Last January in 2015 we did not receive a single drop of rain in Santa Cruz while this year it is raining almost every day and we are grateful for that!  The weather is not keeping homebuyers from making offers and viewing homes.  There was a home listed for sale on the lower Westside of Santa Cruz just after the New Year that received 40 showings in 3 days - 10 offers ended up coming in with 5 of them bei... 01/30/2016

The Santa Cruz Economic Development Board is celebrating the recent rennovation of their website and with these new changes comes a deeper look at the businesses and owners who make up our local community. In this article by Rebecca Unit writing for the Santa Cruz Economic Development Board, an in depth look in given to the Stripe Design Group and the process that goes into the creation of the clothing at both Stripe and Stripe for Men. Check out the full article on the Santa Cruz Economic Development Boards new website.An In Depth Look at Stripe Design GroupOnce you have read the article, make sure to check out the revamped site. Credit to Rebecca Unit and the Santa Cruz Economic Development BoardIf you are interested in more information about Santa Cruz, such as local events please fe... 10/16/2015

 Sunset over the hills of Santa Cruz by Robert Swetz 10-10-2015 For the most part Alaska Bob & Vegas Bob try to focus on the NOW from day to day! But every once and a while the mind starts to wonder into the past, 1 year, 2 years, etc. Robert Swetz aka Alaska Bob/Vegas Bob has traveled around the world & America all his life ever since he was a teenager, and still travels to this day.I have lived in many states & cities across the United States and made many friends along the way. Well I miss my family in Minnesota, Las Vegas, Alaska, and my friends around the world. And it saddens me to be alone in California as I get older and older everyday ;o( Sure I can call them everyday, but it would be great to take a stroll down the beach with my family or friends.It would be great to see a bal... 10/10/2015

This Sunday, October 4th from 10am to 3pm the University of California will be hosting their UC Master Gardeners series in Monterey. The Master Gardener series is a great chance to bring the whole family out for a day of plant sales and gardening demonstrations. Some of the demonstrations include composting, vermiculture and rose pruning. These events are perfect for the whole family and are completely free. In addition to the variious demonstrations and events, there will be food on site, such as BBQ and tamales. Some childrens acitivies include, a seed-bomb event, a chance to see both police and fire vehicles, and much more. Events like the UC Master Gardeners are part of the unique atmosphere that Santa Cruz has to offer . There's always a reason to get outside and enjoy the beauty o... 10/03/2015

The 58th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival will take place at the Monterey County Fairgrounds, located at 2000 Fairground Road in Monterey, California, starting today through September 20th.More than 500 artists will be performing nonstop on 8 stages for 3 nights and 2 days of the world's best jazz.Voted “World's Best Jazz Festival” by the readers of JazzTimes Magazine in 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2013, the Monterey Jazz Festival offers 20 acres of magnificent oak-studded grounds for fans to enjoy, featuring films, conversations with the Festival's stars, exhibitions, food and beverages, an international shopping bazaar, as well as the 8 Jazz stages placed around the fair grounds. There are several ticket packages available to meet all of your festival, the Full Weekend Arena packages run from ... 09/18/2015