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Have you seen the “Dragon House” in Sacramento?

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 20:23:33 +0000

Here is a brief exterior tour of the ”Dragon House” in the Curtis Park area of Sacramento. Check out the video and make sure to stop by the house to get a look in person (it’s located near the corner of 3rd Avenue & 22nd Street (on 22nd) in Sacramento). The detail is incredible on this very unique property. Any thoughts? What do you think?

Ryan Lundquist – Certified Appraiser in Sacramento Area
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What is the “Broken Windows Theory”?

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 01:10:19 +0000

I interviewed Vice Mayor David Sander of the City of Rancho Cordova to talk about the “Broken Windows Theory“ and how it is relevant for neighborhoods. There is definitely a connection between crime, blight and property value, and this theory points us in the direction of taking care of the small issues in a neighborhood to help the bigger picture - increase safety, a sense of community and property value. Watch the video interview below or here.

Do you buy into the concept of the Broken Windows Theory? What are some of the small things people sometimes don’t take care of in a neighborhood that really impact the overall look and feel of the neighborhood?

Ryan Lundquist
Real Estate Appraiser / Property Tax Consultant
Lundquist Appraisal Company
TEL 916.595.3735
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Do redevelopment agencies in Sacramento matter?

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 03:48:43 +0000

Earlier today I ran into Micah Runner, who works in the City of Rancho Cordova’s Economic Development Department. In light of major media publicity recently regarding Governor Jerry Brown’s budget, and the potential for the elimination of redevelopment departments altogether in California, I wanted to ask Micah a few questions about redevelopment in Rancho Cordova and how current budget decisions may impact redevelopment in Rancho Cordova and surrounding areas.

Do you think redevelopment departments in California should get the axe for the sake of a balanced budget? What areas in the Sacramento Region would be hit the hardest if the plug was pulled on redevelopment agencies? How might the elimination of agencies like SHRA or Rancho Cordova’s redevelopment department impact property values?

I’d love to hear your thoughts below.

Ryan Lundquist
Real Estate Appraiser / Property Tax Consultant
Lundquist Appraisal Company
TEL 916.595.3735
www.LundquistCompany.com
www.SacramentoAppraisalBlog.com
www.SacramentoTaxAppeals.com

Crime prevention tips for neighborhoods

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 03:44:37 +0000

Crime impacts real estate, doesn’t it? Well, on the converse, when residents get together to fight crime and deal with problems in their community, that can also be attractive to buyers – and therefore impact real estate positively. Wouldn’t you rather live in a community that was safe and where people were looking out for each other? (as opposed to everyone being isolated, which is far too common).

Here are some crime prevention tips from two local police officers in Rancho Cordova. What would you add to the list to help prevent crime?

A community safety forum in response to crime

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 03:38:09 +0000

Crime impacts real estate, doesn’t it? There was recently a murder in Rancho Cordova, and one neighborhood is doing something to help increase safety in their community. Watch the video to see how they need to bring safety to this one location that has been a “haven” for criminal activity.

In light of a murder on Mills Park Drive in Rancho Cordova, both Weed & Seed and the Cordova Towne Neighborhood Association is hosting a Community Safety Forum on Tuesday, February 1, 2011 from 7-8:30pm at Rancho Cordova City Hall. Please note that this meeting will be about discussion and solutions. This will not be an anger-fest. RCPD and City Officials will be on hand to pitch in to discussion where approrpriate.

This event will be facilitated by residents (not City Hall) and the goal is to find out what the community really wants to do about the safety issues at this location. What are our options, obstacles, and what does it look like for the community to respond? Additionally, what does it look like to increase safety in the White Rock area also? What can happen from this day forward to help stop crime and create a better and stronger community?

See www.cordovatowne.com for details or call Ryan at 916.595.3735.

How have you seen crime impact real estate in the Sacramento area? What examples have you seen locally for residents to do something about it? How has change come?

Is there a connection between local parks and real estate values?

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 12:44:59 +0000

A park can really function as a soul for a community in that it can help define a neighborhood as well as provide a hub for relationships to grow. Parks offer space for exercise, kids to play, community events, and just hanging out with locals. A great park can help boost real estate values too since families are often attracted to living within walking distance to a park. On the contrast, if a park is deemed unsafe, blighted, or has continual illegal activity, it can create a stigma for the community, and therefore be a real estate turn-off.

My favorite parks in the Sacramento area include McKinley Park, Southside Park (Spaceship), William Land Park, Stone Creek Park, and Hagan Park. Nothing beats walking around McKinley Park with my wife, but I think overall Hagan Park is really my favorite because I love the location literally next to the American River, the vast open space, fishing, and so many great events throughout the year. I actually did some creative photo “videos” on the trails at Hagan Park a couple years ago on my bike.

Why are parks on my mind? I recently shot a video update of White Rock Park in Rancho Cordova as it is currently being rehabbed. This park has long been an eyesore for the community, but it is finally being updated after many years of disrepair. This park ought to breathe fresh life into the community, and that is a great thing.

What is your favorite park in the Sacramento area? What benefit does a good park have for a community? Have you ever made a real estate decision based on a local park?

* video uploaded from myTouch 4G phone / post originally on the Sac Appraisal Blog.

Ryan Lundquist
Real Estate Appraiser / Property Tax Consultant
Lundquist Appraisal Company
TEL 916.595.3735
www.LundquistCompany.com
www.SacramentoAppraisalBlog.com
www.SacramentoTaxAppeals.com

City Tour of El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, and Shingle Springs California

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 16:24:00 +0000

Doug Zeller and Bud Zeller with Realty World Sierra Properties take you on a tour of El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, and Shingle Springs! See why El Dorado County is a beautiful place to live!

Project 680 Hoody Drive in the FCUSD

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 13:32:22 +0000

This is something for local kids and some locals are involved in this effort too (Ryan Lundquist). This hoody drive will benefit kids throughout Folsom & Rancho Cordova within the FCUSD. Wanna get involved?

From the Project 680 website: We are officially rolling out hoody drive conversation nowadays, and it’s exciting to see a buzz beginning to stir already. We really look forward to teaming up as a community to collect 680 hoody sweatshirts for local homeless students in the FCUSD. There are many ways to get involved. We’ll definitely be using our Facebook page to communicate during the next couple months also, so make sure to “like” the page if you haven’t already.

Roseville Stats & Tidbits by Realtor Gena Riede

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:16:29 +0000

Roseville, CA is one of the cities in the Sacramento area that many home buyers choose when moving to the Sacramento area. Roseville Realtor, Gena Riede has no problem finding just the right home for her Roseville home buyers.

You can follow Gena Riede on Twitter at www.twitter.com/GenaRiede and catch up with her on her blog at www.SacramentoRealEstateVoice.com.

Neighborhood beautification happens one step at a time

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 12:51:31 +0000

What does it look like for a community to improve its image? What can residents do to help their neighborhood look better and even increase property values?

Check out what one neighborhood did last week in Rancho Cordova.

Leadership Rancho Cordova Class of 2010 took on a wall project in the Cordova Towne / White Rock area. They raised funds and had very nice brick columns installed along the entire stretch north of Highway 50 on Mather Field Road to Croydon Way.

On August 21, 2010 both residents of the Cordova Towne / White Rock area and members of Leadership Rancho Cordova painted the strech of the wall. You’ll likely notice that we did not cut the corners in with paint because that’ll be done this week by an actual paint contractor.

Residents also purchased plants with funds provided by Leadership Rancho Cordova and revamped the flower beds at the corner pillars on Croydon Way & Mather Field.

Are neighborhood parks important to you?

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 21:13:28 +0000

How important is a vibrant park to you when hunting for a home? Would you consider an area without a park?

The Cordova Recreation & Park District broke ground on White Rock Park in Rancho Cordova on August 20, 2010. In attendance were CRPD officials, Councilmember Robert McGarvey, Supervisor Don Nottoli, and various CRPD Board Members as well as architects and construction representatives. This park has been long neglected, so it is a joy to see a revitalization occurring.

In the video above, David Edmunds, the District Administrator and CEO was interviewed by local real estate appraiser Ryan Lundquist of www.LundquistCompany.com.

Residents in the White Rock area have been meeting with CRPD over the past several years and working hard to advocate for this park. We can rejoice in these improvements, but we can also be proud of the way we acheived these results too. We interacted with CRPD in a very cordial and cooperative spirit. We had very strong and emotional feelings about this park, but we sought to suspend judgment and work to get results.

Thank you CRPD, The City of Rancho Cordova, and White Rock / Cordova Towne area residents who made this day possible.

Granite Bay California presented by Denise Shanahan

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:01:37 +0000

Tour of Granite Bay California with Denise Shanahan of Realty World Greater Sacramento Properties. She gives a great history and overview of Granite Bay and talks about everything from neighborhoods to stores to golf. What do you think? What do you enjoy about Granite Bay?

Denise Shanahan
916-708-2017
www.NorcalHomeLocator.com

Rancho Cordova wins an All America City Award

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:35:49 +0000

The City of Rancho Cordova recently won the “All-America City” award from the National Civic League. A local delegation went to Kansas City to compete for this prestigious title and a series of videos were made while in Kansas City. The video above was made just before the Rancho Cordova team left to Kansas City. For more information, see www.ranchocordovapost.com/aac

Do you think the “All-America City” award is a big deal? Do you think it has the potential to impact real estate values? Is this good news for Rancho Cordova?

Fair Oaks Video Presentation by Shirley Kistler

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:57:20 +0000

A tour of Fair Oaks California presented by Shirley Kistler of Realty World A+ Real Estate. If you live in Fair Oaks, what do you like about it? Does it feel like a small town atmosphere to you? What annual events do you enjoy in Fair Oaks?

Call 962-2054 or see www.ShirleyKistler.com for more information.

What does an REO fixer-upper house in Sacramento look like?

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Thu, 20 May 2010 04:20:36 +0000

From the Sacramento Appraisal Blog: “I recently inspected a bank-owned huge fixer of a house in the Oak Park area of Sacramento, and I put together a one-minute video above for you to experience a bit of what I saw. This house sold for less than $20,000.

By the way, I do have the full blessing of my client to use images of this house they purchased. I would never violate my client’s confidentiality by posting pictures or sharing information like this without the absolute blessing of a client. Thank you also to Bill Cobb for the music. Let me know what you think.”

Ryan Lundquist
Lundquist Appraisal Company
TEL: 916.595.3735
www.LundquistCompany.com
www.SacramentoAppraisalBlog.com

How is the real estate market doing? (a look at Lincoln, CA)

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:39:51 +0000

The question, “how is the real estate market doing?” usually deserves more time than just 30 seconds. There is much that goes into the answer to the questions, and so I wanted to take you through how I get this answer as a Certified Real Estate Appraiser.

In this video I analyze a portion of the Lincoln Crossing community in Lincoln, CA and I’ll show you median price levels, trend graphs, and unemployment data, among other bits of information.

I hope this video is helpful. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Ryan Lundquist
Lundquist Appraisal Company
Serving the Sacramento Region
TEL: 916-595-3735
www.LundquistCompany.com
www.SacramentoAppraisalBlog.com
Follow on Twitter @SacAppraiser

You can see Ryan’s original post at the following link: http://sacramentoappraisalblog.com/2010/04/28/hows-the-sacramento-area-real-estate-market-doing-these-days/

Sacramento Realtor Gives Seller Tip and Discusses “Greenhaven/Pocket” area of Sacramento

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 02:17:32 +0000

Sacramento Realtor, Gena Riede, talks about the “Greenhaven” area of Sacramento (also known as the “Pocket” area). Additionally, Gena discusses the importance of keeping your lawn well kept when selling your house (and also ask your neighbors to do the same). For more on this topic, see the following post on Gena Riede’s website: http://sacramentorealestatevoice.com/2010/04/23/sacramento-realtor-in-greenhaven-with-seller-tip/

Catch up with Gena at www.SacramentoRealEstateVoice.com and on Twitter at @GenaRiede

Energy Efficient House Tour in Sacramento: SMUD / Housing Group Fund Project

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 06:27:55 +0000

I had the pleasure this morning of touring a SMUD Energy Efficient Remodel Demonstration Project at 3893 32nd Avenue in Sacramento (SMUD is our local utility company in Sacramento County). This house was purchased in September 2009 as a bank-owned heavy fixer and then rehabbed by Housing Group Fund into a pristine and very energy-efficient home. I saw this property when it was purchased and the difference is truly remarkable (not to mention all the energy efficient gadgets too).

I made a video to give you a tour. What do you think? Have you ever heard of Quad-Lock before?

The event today was attended by real estate agents and local media mostly. The event was dubbed the “SMUD Energy Efficient Remodel Demonstration Project”. SMUD claims that the state-of-the-art technology in this house can save up to 60% off utility bills (up to $1,500 per year in utility bills for the home owner). I wouldn’t mind that savings on my home.

I’d never seen the Quad-Lock technology before. This house is apparently the first home in Sacramento to have this nifty insulation installed. I’d be very curious to hear from anyone who has installed this before. Does it work well?

For more information, see the following:

www.smud.org
www.HousingGroupFund.com

You can see the following original post where this video was contained:
http://sacramentoappraisalblog.com/2010/04/20/what-does-an-energy-efficient-house-look-like-smud-housing-group-fund-sacramento/

You can catch up with me, Ryan Lundquist, on my website at www.LundquistCompany.com or my appraisal blog at www.SacramentoAppraisalBlog.com. 916-595-3735.

Placerville Tour by Doug & Bud Zeller of Sierra Properties

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 23:42:25 +0000

Here is a tour of the City of Placerville and surrounding areas in El Dorado County by Doug and Bud Zeller of Sierra Properties. They give a brief history of Placerville as well as things to do like go to Apple Hill, the Tahoe Natoinal Forest, Coloma, and even wineries.

If you live in Placerville, what else would you recommend for people looking to visit or purchase a property? What are your favorite businesses too?

For more on Doug & Bud Zeller, see www.SierraProperties.com

Project 680: Local Realtor & Appraiser Give Back

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:06:44 +0000

Local Realtor and Appraiser in the news. Cool stuff.

A few weeks ago KCRA news anchor Diedre Fitpatrick filmed some of the Project 680 team “Raiding the Sock Aisle” at Target in Rancho Cordova. As you’ll see in the video, “Raiding the Sock Aisle” was coined by Erin Attardi. The story turned out really great. I love how it highlights the simplicity of making a difference in the community, our goal of collecting at least 2000 pairs of socks, and how social media can be used to advocate for local homeless kids too. Great job team!!!

If you’re interested in www.project680.org, let me know. You can read more about the sock drive and community bike ride HERE.

If you are on Twitter, we are using “#bikingforsocks” as our official hashtag for the upcoming sock drive / bike ride. You can follow Project 680 on Twitter at @project680 and become a fan on Facebook too. Don’t forget to follow those in the video too: Erin Attardi at @erinattardi and Geoff Sakala at @rcpost and Diedre Fitzpatrick at @fitztweeter (and me, Ryan, if you want at @SacAppraiser)

By the way, it’s cool to see that the Sacramento Association of Realtors highlighted Erin’s involvement in a story entitled “Sacramento Realtors in the News“.

April/May 2010 Sacramento Real Estate Market Update

Sacramento Tube Admin - Ryan Lundquist — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:07:27 +0000

Realtor Doug Reynolds discusses housing statistics in Sacramento County, tax credits, and the HAFA program.

From YouTube: “Doug Reynolds, a Sacramento Realtor, provides a detailed analysis of the local market. This month focusing on the large spike in homes sold for the start of the spring buying season, the new California homebuyer tax credit and the details of the new HAFA/Short Sale program. More information can be found at his website, www.BuyWithDoug.com, as well as his blog and Facebook page( Doug Reynolds Real Estate).”

See the following link for more information: http://activerain.com/blogsview/1597825/sacramento-county-housing-statistics-for-march-2010