SELLING YOUR HOME MADE EASY
Price: You might think that the location of your home would be the most important factor but not necessarily. If your home is in a great location but listed thousands of dollars above the rest of the comps in the area, nobody will be interested in your home! The same property priced correctly will always […]
TOP 10 REASONS TO GO GREEN
You’ll increase your home’s value There’s a growing buzz among buyers about “green homes”. And what’s not to like: Green homes use sustainable materials that are better for the environment, and have lower utility bills and healthful air. That means you’ll increase your homes value with big and small eco-friendly projects. So whether you splurge […]
10 Summer Moving Tips
How to prepare for a hassle free move. If you’re moving this summer, the busiest season for moving, you know how overwhelming it can be. But if you create a blueprint for your move, the transition from house to house will go more smoothly.Here are 10 things you can do to prepare for a seamless […]
Best New Home Builder in Kern County!
Castle & Cooke voted Best New Home Builder in Kern County! The readers have spoken, and we are happy to announce Castle & Cooke was voted Best New Home Builder in Kern County for 2011, according to The Bakersfield California’s 2011 Best of Kern County poll. What makes Castle & Cooke the favorite? Well it […]
8 REASONS TO BUY NEW/CASTLE & COOKE
Don’t settle for pre-owned! Trying to fit your style into what someone else has already designed can be a hassle. When you buy a new Castle & Cooke home you have the luxury of making it your very own. And your home will include beautifully selected Designer amenities you’ll be sure to love. Hold on […]
5 Things to Know About Foreclosures
You can rely on uncertainty. If there is one thing you can count on in buying a foreclosure it will be the uncertainty of what is happening in your buying process. Most buyers would like the peace of mind of knowing where they stand with the seller. When you’re buying a foreclosure you’ll be dealing […]
FHA : Monthly Mortgage Insurance Premiums To Rise April 18, 2011
Buyers waiting on the fence should consider now is the perfect time considering inventory levels, historically low interest and now the looming increase to FHA Mortgage Insurance Premiums mean smart buyers will keep a sizable amount of money in their pocket if they act by April 18, 2011. For the third time in 12 months, […]
Japan Earthquake a Reminder to Californians
The devastating earthquake that struck Japan on Friday should serve as a reminder to Californians that we also live in an area of the world prone to seismic activity. Castle & Cooke urges everyone to practice earthquake preparedness, earthquake kit stocked with essential items and a plan of action that all family members are familiar […]
Making Your New House Feel Like Home
So, what’s the secret to making your new house feel like a home? Simple…fill it with things that you love. Things that you typically pack up when you are trying to sell your home, or things you’ve spotted at a store that you couldn’t resist. It’s the valued things like family photos or that ceramic […]
Getting that Model Home Look
Homeowners always wonder just how to go about getting that “model home” look for their new home. It’s much easier than you might think, and you don’t need to leave out prepared place settings on the dining room table to get it! Today there are so many more options for homebuyers looking to add some […]