January Upcoming events

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

Take time to get out and about in your community. Here are some fun events in January.

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Don’t Wait Until Spring…

Posted on January 16, 2012 by

This time every year, we receive calls from clients to discuss getting their homes ready for sale…in Spring.

Our recommendation ~ Do Not Wait!

REASONS NOT TO WAIT UNTIL SPRING
Waiting until Spring might not be the best course of action if you are thinking about selling. Here are some facts to consider:

•    The number of homes for sale right now is low in this area…. less competition means more potential for your home to be viewed. Because so many homeowners wait until Spring, there may be less demand for your particular home at that time.

•    There are plenty of buyers right now that can’t seem to find their dream home. Yours might be it! Don’t wait for your competition to attract those buyers before you do.

•    By selling now, you may have an opportunity to be a non-contingent buyer during the Spring rush! This will allow you to sell now in a less competitive market and potentially negotiate lower on the buy when there is more inventory.

COMMON OBJECTIONS

•    Bad Weather ~ Buyers who brave the cold are generally serious. Many buyers we are working with at Empire Realty have been house hunting for a while and are ready (and needing) to find a home. Plus, Winter is a great time to attract buyer’s agents – with less inventory, those agents have the time to personally preview every new listing so you’ll get more eyes on your property now.

•    My Yard Isn’t in Bloom ~ No worries. As your agent, it’s our job to position the potential of your home to buyers. We have many strategies and tricks to stage your yard – even if it’s not in bloom. If the home is right for the buyer, they will see the potential and this factor will not prevent them from moving forward.

•    We Want to Wait Until School is Out ~ Don’t wait! We can look at negotiating delayed closings or extended occupancy so you can maintain your comfort until you are ready to move. Many buyers are ok with waiting…if the house is right for them.

LET’S DISCUSS

We don’t want you to miss an opportunity. And Empire Realty has lots of buyers looking for the right home…right now. We’d be happy to talk through your options with you to determine the best course of action.

Contact us at our Danville office  (925) 217-5000  or Walnut Creek office (925) 465-2000

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In the News — Empire Walnut Creek Moves!

Posted on December 23, 2011 by

The Walnut Creek office of Empire Realty have moved into their new, innovative offices. Read more…

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Welcome Doug Ledeboer

Posted on December 23, 2011 by

Please join me in welcoming Doug Ledeboer to our Empire Walnut Creek office. Doug grew up in Walnut Creek and currently resides in Alamo. Doug has been a successful residential agent for the past few years. Prior to brokerage, he was an accomplished entrepreneur and consultant in several prestigious real estate development companies.

Doug, we are so pleased to have you with us and look forward to a great year ahead! Doug can be reached at DLedeboer@EmpireRA.com.

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Getting in the Spirit

Posted on December 12, 2011 by

It’s time for our second annual Holiday Decorating contest at Empire Realty. Our agents have been busy getting into the holiday spirit and some have really gone all out. Stop by anytime to join in the holiday spirit and tour our lovely offices.

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Danville Little League 2012 Registration is now open!

Posted on December 8, 2011 by

Its that time of year again! Time to sign everyone up for their spring sports!
Danville Little League’s registration for all age groups, coaches and umpires is open, so sign up now!

To register go to: www.danvillelittleleague.net and click on the Registration button on the right hand side.

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WRAPPING FOR A CAUSE | Benefitting Camp Arroyo

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

The Taylor Family Foundation is offering gift wrapping at Stoneridge Mall in Pleasanton, again this Holiday Season.  Last year we raised $13, 000 for Camp Arroyo!  Please, visit TTFF.org , to learn more about this wonderful organization and the good works they do.

We will be located just outside Nordstrom’s in the mall.                                      

The following is our schedule:

Dec 10th & 11th…………….……11am – 8pm
Dec 14th – 16th …………………..  5pm – 9pm
Dec 17th – Dec 23rd ………..….11am – 9pm
Christmas Eve, Dec 24th…….11am – 6pm
We are asking for a $5.00 donation per gift.

This year we are also offering a new service.   If you are local to Danville, and have at least 5 gifts to be wrapped,  we will pick them up and deliver them back to you for only $5.00 per gift. (Super big gifts are a little extra) 

For any questions or to schedule at “pick up” for your gifts, please, contact

Angie Cordero,  TTFF Volunteer/Supervisorz
angiecordero@sbcglobal.net
Home:  (925) 743-3737  or  Cell   (925) 998-1399

  THANK YOU FOR YOUR KIND GENEROSITY…..

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