2010 Business Conference a National Treasure
From the moment over 12,000 guests entered the Bakersfield Business Conference on Saturday, October 8, 2010 they knew it was going to be a very special, patriotic day. The greeting of 2,880 American Flags symbolizing the lives lost in terrorist attacks on 9/11 created a strong visual reminder of the strength of our American spirit, […]
Benefits of Living in an HOA Neighborhood
It seems as though when you drive through a neighborhood that is maintained by a Homeowners Association (HOA) there seems to be just an overwhelming sense of pride in the neighborhood. While there are monthly dues associated with living in this type of neighborhood it creates the type of atmosphere that makes homeowners happy to […]
Castle & Cooke Master Planned Communities Pt. 1
Vinyl Fencing vs. Wood Fencing
It’s not something at the top of most people’s list of things to consider when buying a new home, but the differences between wood and vinyl fencing are substantial. In almost all respects, vinyl fences come out on top as a sound investment. In the summer heat of Bakersfield, the look and feel of vinyl […]
Wall Street Article – 10 Reasons to buy a home.
Enough about doom and gloom and the newly coined phrase “home renter ship” versus “home ownership!” Home ownership was never meant to be an instant ATM for endless cash. People buy homes to make memories. People buy homes as part of the American dream. And with current low prices and interest rates at historic lows […]
Free Home Buyer’s Seminar a Success
Liberty at Silver Creek recently hosted an educational home buyer’s seminar with over 40 prospective home owners in attendance. The seminar featured a “one stop” format providing a wealth of resources and information covering the ins and outs of the home buying process. Castle & Cooke Mortgage Manager Evelyn Ledbetter was on hand to walk […]
Peace of Mind in Turbulent Times
During the recent turmoil in the real estate market many home buyers are wondering whether now is the right time to proceed. Despite the negative publicity, there are still many reasons why now is a good time to buy a new home; in fact it is almost critical to buy now while interest rates are […]
The Risks of Buying a Foreclosure.
Before you jump into something that may turn out to be one of those “too good to be true” stories, let me give you some things to think about regarding the risks of buying a foreclosure. Before the sale: The house is usually in poor condition; it may have been sitting empty for a while […]
Confused about purchasing the perfect home in today’s troubled economy?
Even though home prices and interest rates are at historic lows, we believe that a perfect home is about more than just a low price. How long will your satisfaction with a low price last if the neighborhood you move into does not have a community lifestyle you can enjoy? The next time you drive […]