Can you believe interest rates in the 4% range? It's a Great Time to take advantage of low prices & low interest rates! Now is the time to buy or sell a home with affordable prices and low interest rates! The local real estate market is on the move with increasing sales volume and declining inventories we could well be hitting the bottom. Contact us at markpretzer.com for a FREE Market Report. There is no BETTER time to buy your next home or investment property! Invest in something solid like real estate. What are YOU waiting for? Homes are selling fast with multiple offers on good buys! Sales have been increasing and days on the market decreasing over the past 6 months. Motivated Sellers are willing to negotiate thier price and terms. Interest rates are GREAT! If you are waiting for the news media to tell you it's a good time to buy, then you have just missed the BEST time to buy. See all homes for sale in the Fresno/Clovis area at www.markpretzer.com.
For first time home buyers there are many more homes available offering to pay buyers closing costs and home loan interest rates are still low. Check out the new FHA loan limits! We are deffinitely in a "Buyers Market" with many homes on the market to choose from. Homes are staying on the market an average of 90 days and longer for overpriced properties before getting an accepted offer. Many listings are expiring with out selling! Is yours one of those that is not selling? You might want to ask yourself a few questions: Is my home priced below the competition? Find out at www.markpretzer.com/free_home_valuation.asp. Does my home have good curb apeal? Does my home show better than the other homes on the market in my area? If you can not answer yes to every one of these questions then you need to ask your Realtor for thier expert opinion as to what needs to be done to accomplish your goals and get your home sold. This is why it is so critical to hire an experienced and seasoned Realtor in helping you with the most valuable asset you own. Do you ask the grocery clerk for advise on investing your money? Do you consult your doctor on legal matters? Do you consult your attorney about gardening tips? Of course not!! Hire a professional to sell your home, a Realtor!! For Sellers this means you should: 1) Hire an experienced Realtor with extensive knowledge in marketing your home. Interveiw several agents and call at least 3 of their past clients prior to making a selection. 2) Price your home realistically as compared to similar homes selling in your area. 3) Your home must show better and look cleaner than other homes for sale or be priced accordingly. 4) Make your home available and accessible for showings. For Buyers this means: 1) Be qualified for a loan with a reputable and experienced lender prior to shopping for a home so you will be prepared to make an offer on that special home you have been dreaming of owning. 2) Hire an experienced and knowledgable Realtor for expert guidance and access to all the homes on the market. Interveiw several agents and call at least 3 of thier past clients prior to making a selection. 3) Compare several homes before making an offer but do not delay on that one great home because most likely someone else will also want that home. 4) Make a realistic offer based on cmparable homes sold in the area. With the state of current national and world events it is hard to predict what will be happening this spring in our local real estate market. The trends indicate an depreciating market, from 2% to 5% this year in the Fresno/Clovis area. Interest rates are going up and could be 7.0% or more before long. Our growing population should continue to fuel a booming real estate market here in the valley. For further information contact us at mark@markpretzer.com.
ZIP Codes: 93611, 93612, 93619, 93651, 93626, 93664, 93667 Location Characteristics: Located in the northeast quadrant of the Fresno Metropolitan Area, Clovis is situated in the midst of the agriculturally rich San Joaquin Valley. Since its incorporation in 1912, Clovis has been the "Gateway to the Sierra." Today, under the slogan of "a western way of life," Clovis continues to plan and adapt to meet the needs of its present and future citizens. Dedicated to promoting planned growth while retaining its unique western atmosphere, the city's population has more than doubled since 1975, reaching the current level of approximately 90,000, and encompassing over 19.9 square miles in area.
The city's economic base consists of retail sales and services and light manufacturing. Availability of housing, quality hospital care, excellent schools with modern facilities, responsive safety services, a mild climate, access to varied recreational opportunities, and strong community identity all contribute to Clovis' reputation as a great place to live.
Clovis has maintained a small town community spirit as envisioned by its early founders, which is exemplified by such community events as the annual Rodeo Days, Big Hat Days, and Clovisfest celebration. This community pride, combined with Clovis' unique growth opportunities, continues to attract new residents, developers, businesses, and industries to the city.
About Mark & Sharon Pretzer:
Mark has been a licensed real estate Broker since 1998 and Sharon has been a licensed Realtor since 2003. We are full time, dedicated and experienced Realtors! What does that mean to you? When You hire us You get experienced Realtors with a proven track record, dedicated to serving all your real estate needs. For Sellers that translates into the highest price possible, in the shortest time with the least amount of hassles! For Buyers that translated into the most value at the best possible price with woryy free professional guidance through out the Home buying process! Buying or Selling we are the Realtors for YOU!
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