Family Fun Celebrating 60 Years of Brilliance! Vacaville’s Fiesta Days Coming Up Soon! When? History Vacaville residents seem to get in the mood for pageants and festivals once spring rolls around. For the past 101 years, they have turned out for many different spring and summer celebrations. Vacaville Pageant Day on April 30, 1916 was a grand production, “a poetic idea successfully carried out by the united efforts […]
Dixon Dixon May Fair 2017 Coming Up This Weekend! A sure right of Spring Passage in Solano County is the Annual Dixon May Fair. 2017 dates are May 11 – May 14. Lots of Family Fun for everyone! Attractions at the May Fair include: Livestock Exhibits Youth Dog Show Horse Show Carnival Rides Bronc & Bull Ride Rodeo Demolition Derby Truck & Tractor Pull […]
buying 3 Things You Shouldn’t Say To A Seller’s Agent   So you are thinking about checking out some open houses this weekend? Here are 3 very good tips to arm yourself with as you are going out the door! When it comes to talking to the seller’s agent at an open house, a little mystery goes a long way. More isn’t always better — […]
appliances 7 Deep-Clean Tips to Get Your Grill Party-Ready Ahhhh, the sweet smell of summer BBQ wafting over the neighborhood. Grilling season is upon us…so let’s get started! Materials Needed heavy-duty grill scraper abrasive grill brush scouring pad sponge microfiber cloth dish soap warm water large, plastic bucket latex gloves or work gloves natural grill degreaser (optional) Assess the Mess Determine if you need […]
decorating Bird’s The Word: Our Favorite Of-the-Moment Flamingo, Peacock & Swan Decor A Flock of Seagulls??? Nope!  Just flamingos, peacocks and swans my friends!  Check out this latest decor trend. From water-fowl finds to flirty-flamingo fancies, bird-inspired decor is flying off the shelves and perching in the most style-savvy homes for summer. I’ve taken up a bit of a bird-watching (shopping) hobby for spring, and we’ve spotted […]
buying 4 Big Reasons to Become a Homeowner This Year And the results are in!  This is the year you’ve been waiting for…read on grasshopper! Still on the fence about becoming a homeowner? While owning a home comes with many responsibilities, its financial and personal benefits can prove it to be one of the best investments you’ll ever make. 1.Tax Breaks One of the greatest perks of […]
credit score Pop Quiz: How Well Versed Are You in Home Mortgage Loans? If you are in the market for a new home, then you’d better read up!  No matter how much you know regarding mortgages, its never too late to learn. A lot of Americans are caught up in a mortgage nightmare simply because they didn’t dive into the process with some preparation. With a little studying […]
babies Moving with a Baby: The Complete Guide for Parents Moving is challenging enough on its own. Factor in babies and you better have another set of eyes!  Read on for great advice regarding moving with your special little package. We have organized the guide into three sections: Before the Move, Moving In and Baby Proofing. On the move with a little mover in tow? […]
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backyard 6 DIY Backyard Projects From Lighting to Fire Pits With summer swiftly approaching, it could be time for sprucing up the ole backyard a bit!  Here are some great DIY projects that are sure to add some summertime family fun and enjoyment! Remember backyards? Those things we’ve been ignoring for the past four months? They’re back! They might not be looking as sharp as […]
escrow 8 Home Issues That Could Cause A Home Sale To Fall Through You’ve put your home on the market and have a nice offer to put into contract. Check out these ways to avoid the pitfalls of your own escrow from falling through!  Sage advice! Do you know what issues most often turn off buyers or kill a sale? Here are some of the big ones. From […]
decorating 7 Things Worth Saving Space for in a Small House Sometimes that bigger house is just not in your budget this time around. Here are some nifty tips for maximizing space in smaller homes!  Include these elements to make your compact space comfortable, functional and stylish. Advice for decorating a small home is often about eliminating and deciding what to compromise on. But there are […]
buying Millennials Are All About the Online Experience—Except in Real Estate There is just no doubt about it…the millennial generation is impacting real estate sales in a huge way. This generation prefers the tried and true method of one on one communication and trust building in person with their Realtor as opposed to an online agent. Read on! When it comes to interacting with businesses, millennials […]
construction Installing a Pool? The Ultimate Homeowner’s Checklist   With spring upon us and typically hotter summer weather right around the corner, many homeowners wonder whether or not this year is the year to go ahead with a decision on installing a pool. This checklist is a really good resource for review before any home in-ground pool installations. The decision to install an […]
buying 5 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers You’ve decided to go for it. You know mortgage rates are enticingly low. Buying a home can be thrilling and nerve-wracking at the same time, especially for first-time homebuyers. It’s difficult to know exactly what to expect. Take these five steps to make the process go more smoothly. Check Your Credit Your credit score is […]
curb appeal Boost Curb Appeal in a Day…   Sometimes when planning to sell a house, in the name of renovating interior living spaces, updating bathrooms, replacing appliances and adding decorative touches throughout the bedrooms, homeowners leave outdoor curb appeal as a last priority. While of course the inside of a home is important, sellers make a big mistake when they neglect the […]
buying Get Your Credit Score Ready for Homebuying Season! Getting ready to buy a home this spring? Make sure there aren’t any cracks in your credit. A good credit score is essential when it comes to securing a mortgage. “If (your score is) below 600, you’re probably not going to buy a home in the short term,” says Mike Sullivan, director of education at […]
buying MUST DO’s Before you move into your new home! The moving frenzy never ends: Even after you close, the to-do lists drag on and on—endless pages of bullet points that keep you up at night when all you want is to begin your new life. Some of them are fun, like redecorating and buying new furniture.  Others, not so much. “When you move into […]
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insurance The Effect of Environmental Hazards on Home Value   There are several factors that weigh on home value, including condition, location, and—in areas where they are most pronounced—environmental hazards such as poor air quality. According to the ATTOM Data Solutions recent Environmental Hazards Housing Risk Index, 17.3 million single-family homes and condominiums have a high risk of an environmental hazard, with Denver, Colo., […]
buying What You Need to Know Before Buying Mortgage Insurance If you’re like many borrowers who have less than 20 percent of a home’s value in equity or saved for a down payment, you need to know how mortgage insurance affects the cost of buying a home. What Is Mortgage Insurance? Mortgage insurance—also known as private mortgage insurance, or PMI—protects lenders from default on conventional […]