tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73249185799295157622011-07-07T13:19:26.095-07:00Maison Nouveau's Premier Online Real Estate NewsletterMaison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.comBlogger1211100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-22164310445460280952009-03-16T09:17:00.000-07:002009-03-16T09:20:08.435-07:00

Dear Friends and Clients,Maison Nouveau’s core principle is to provide the highest level of real estate service possible to our clients. When we examined the competitive landscape we admired a like-minded boutique across the Bay, McGuire Real Estate. We are now pleased to announce that a match has been made. As of March 15, we will have merged with the Bay Area’s premier boutique real estate

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NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- There's a nice windfall for some homebuyers in the economic stimulus bill awaiting President Obama's signature on Tuesday. First-time buyers can claim a credit worth $8,000 - or 10% of the home's value, whichever is less - on their 2008 or 2009 taxes. A big plus is that the credit is refundable, meaning tax filers see a refund of the full $8,000 even if their total tax

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Our spring gallery opening is rapidly approaching and Maison Nouveau is thrilled to be featuring the work of local photographer and adventurer Sune Tamm. Please join us for this unique glimpse into the frozen wastelands of Antarctica featuring stunning photography and handwritten letters home of his experiences from his 15 month expedition. Click HERE and RSVP for this fantastic event.

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It took singer Olivia Newton-John almost a year to find a buyer for her Malibu home, but she can now apparently sing "You're the One That I Want." Newton-John, who withdrew her house from the market last month, just closed escrow at more than $10 million, according to area real estate sources and public records. The house had been most recently listed at nearly $11.5 million. The buyer is a

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President Obama preaches "Change" in 2009 and we here at MN think it's a wonderful idea. Change always starts with yourself, so we've gathered a small list of greener alternatives to improve your eco-friendly living and to start doing your part.Bedrock Industries [100% Recycled]Headquartered in Seattle, this recycled glass tile company makes a profit off every cork you pop. Using donated wine and

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The NY Times published a great video on a progressive moving company that's thinking on the green side of things. It's a great idea and perfect for the Bay Area!Click HERE for video!

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At least that's what one Austrian woman did for her luxury villa in Southern Austria. In a tougher market housing market, Traude Daniel was unable to find a buyer for her $1 million dollar estimated, 4,305 square foot home. "The response was amazing. ... We got e-mails from around the world," she said. Daniel's sold close to 10,000 tickets at $128 a piece with the winner, Walter Egger, an

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Some interesting new statistics were published this morning regarding the state of the housing market nationwide. According to RealtyTrac, foreclosures are up 81% from 2007 and up 225% from 2006. Nevada led the pack with a staggering 7.29% of foreclosures, followed by Florida at 4.52% and Arizona with 4.49%. 2008's market collapse was due in part to the sub-prime disaster, while predictions for

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You read right, Berkeley, CA is the number one neighborhood that has withstood nationwide market problems according to Forbes."Berkeley, Calif., a town known for years as a hippie haven, is becoming a hotbed for home sales. Prices in the San Francisco Bay Area suburb are up 9% this year, with homes selling for a median price of $790,986. Properties are sitting on the market for 73 days on average

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The Federal Reserve cut a key short-term interest rate by a half-percentage point Wednesday and issued a gloomy outlook for the economy due to continued worries about the ongoing crisis in the financial and credit markets.The rate cut put the central bank's federal funds rate at 1%. That matched the lowest level for this overnight bank lending rate ever -- the last time it was at 1% was from June

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via Associate PressFederal regulators told Congress Thursday they’re working on a plan that could help many distressed homeowners escape foreclosure in a global financial crisis that former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan warned will get worse before it gets better.Greenspan called the banking and housing chaos a “once-in-a-century credit tsunami” that led to a breakdown in how the free

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Tis the season of tricks or treats and below are a couple events on October 26th for your little goblins.12-2pm – Holiday fun for kids of all ages! Costume parade leaves College Ave. Presbyterian Church at noon. Participating merchants to provide candy. Return to Church for storytelling & songs starting at 1pm.11am-3pm – Chabot Fall Carnival. This year's carnival will be held on the grounds of

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via ZillowBlogSteve Rotella left JP Morgan Chase Co. to become president and COO of Washington Mutual (WaMu) in December of 2004, moving from a big Wall Street culture to the laid-back environs of Seattle and WaMu. He and his wife purchased an impressive home in Seattle’s Capitol Hill for $3.78 million in 2005 and dug in to learn about Seattle and the Northwest lifestyle. Three years later,

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With the first day of Autumn past us, MN is gearing up for our Fall Gallery Opening featuring the work of local photographer Allan Ayres. The reception and opening is October 16th from 6-8pm at our Rockridge office. You can RSVP for the event HERE and read more about the artist at allanayres.com

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Recently, I received a great email description explaining the frailty of our current economy. Written by branch owner Chet Gohd, I wanted to pass it along to our blog readers.First of all, the mortgage market did not close down today nor is it likely to in the future. The ups and downs of the US stock markets do not directly dictate what happens in the Mortgage Loan market. They do, however,

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The first day of Autumn has arrived and with it so has the 2nd Annual Out & About in Rockridge festival! Live music, food and local artisans will line College Avenue from 11AM-6PM. You can find more info at www.rockridgeoutandabout.com see you there!

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In the current Bay Area real estate market there are opportunities to be had as well as pitfalls to avoid. Bankrate.com created an interesting article regarding how to purchase from these current homeowners who might be feeling the market softening more than others. This article is by no means tailored for the Bay Area, but provides some overview to the terms being thrown around by the media and

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The feds want mortgages to remain available at good rates to credit-worthy borrowers. That's good news. But don't expect easier jumbo mortgages or home equity loans. The government takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is designed to put downward pressure on mortgage rates and to ensure that home loans remain available. For the full article click HERE.

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Washington policy makers and housing industry insiders hope a new tax credit for first-time home buyers will get the moribund housing market moving again.But most analysts agree that the program is more of a band-aid than a cure-all for the battered real estate market. What's more, others are quick to point out that the credit must be repaid, which means it's actually an interest-free loan that

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The good news: Mortgage giant Fannie Mae is taking steps to shore up its finances. The bad news: You're going to pay for it when you take out a mortgage.Fannie plays a central role in the market for home mortgages by purchasing loans, securitizing them and selling them to investors. In announcing announcing a $2.3 billion loss on Friday, it also said it would make major changes that could have a

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Have you been wanting some stunning professional photos of your little ones, but can’t seem to find the time? This W&W, Maison Nouveau will be featuring local photographer Kristen Policy who will be offering her talents for a $15/child seating fee. Photos will then be posted online for you to order at the conclusion of the event.Wine and Whiners is an opportunity to have a glass of wine with

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Maison Nouveau was recently awarded Zillow's All-Star Award for our helpful and frequent contributions to the Zillow community. Granted, there are most definitely issues with the formulaic approach to Zillow's estimations, we are still happy that the community is finding our posts valuable.

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Please join us for our Wine and Whiners gathering for bouncy house fun!Friday, July 11th from 5-7pmWhat is Wine & Whiners?Wine and Whiners is an opportunity to have a glass of wine with other adults without having to hire a babysitter. Bring your little ones and join us in the Maison Nouveau backyard for a casual end to the week. What do I bring?Bring your kiddo(s) and a bottle of

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Last weekend I wanted to support our Emeryville friends and local clientele by attending opening night of Pixar's WALL-E. What a fantastic movie! So for all you friends of MN who had a hand in making such a magical movie, congratulations on a job well done. And for those who haven't gotten a chance to catch this movie make sure you don't miss it while it's still in the theaters.

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Showing impressive marketing prowess, Florida agent and single mother Deven Trabosh has decided to sell her home along with her abiding love and devotion. So if any of you are in the market for a Florida home and life companion you can read the whole MSN article HERE.

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Federal authorities announced Thursday that more than 400 real estate industry players have been indicted since March — including dozens over the past two days — in nationwide crackdown on mortgage fraud that has contributed to the country’s housing crisis. For the full article Click Here.

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According to CNNMoney.com, the number of homes under contract to be sold rose unexpectedly in April as buyers went bargain hunting, according to a report released today. The Pending Home Sales Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) rose to 88.2 in April, up 6.3% from March's reading of 83 and the highest level since October. The increase defied the consensus estimate of economists

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Please join us for our Wine and Whiners gathering for bouncy house fun!Friday, June 6th from 5-7pmWhat is Wine & Whiners?Wine and Whiners is an opportunity to have a glass of wine with other adults without having to hire a babysitter. Bring your little ones and join us in the Maison Nouveau backyard for a casual end to the week. What do I bring?Bring your kiddo(s) and a bottle of

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Maison Nouveau has been recognized by Realtor.com for our online marketing program and was given the Realtor.com Award of Excellence. The Award of Excellence program was created to recognize top real estate agents across the country who consistently provide great marketing services on behalf of their buyers and sellers. These agents distinguish themselves by doing more for their customers. By

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Thanks to all those who made our first Wine & Whiners a great success! Photos are available for purchase HERE with the password: fun. Special thanks to Kristen Policy for these wonderful photos, check them out and get ready for the next W&W on June 6th!

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Mark your calendars as Maison Nouveau's second gallery opening of 2008 is on the horizon. We will be featuring the work of local painter Dean Holland and ceramicist Mark Untener. Both are well-known local artists and we are expecting a fantastic turnout, so please don't forget to RSVP. The reception is from 6-8pm at Maison Nouveau in Rockridge, 5327 College Avenue. Pleas don't hesitate to call

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Recently, gas prices have taken a staggering leap from high to astronomical in the Bay Area. Thanks to the reach and diversity of the internet, some developers have built websites to aid the public in finding the cheapest gas possible. Check the links below to find the lowest in your area and if you know a website that isn't mentioned here please feel free to add it.Oakland Gas BuddySan Francisco

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MN gallery veteran Micaela Gardner forwarded me a press release for an upcoming show at the Temescal Arts Center. Titled Salon Bleu this performance will feature ArtFace, Mysterious Diva, Frederique's Voix de Ville, Carrie Hall, Opera Piccola Youth Actors, Jen Cohen, Micaela Gardner and Troy McEvers.Sunday May 18th 8 pmTemescal Arts Center511 48th street-near Telegraph$10-$15 Proceeds will

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Where are the twins from Godzilla Vs. Mothra when we really need them? The Bay Area has recently become ground zero for moth mania. The State of California is planning another anti-brown moth spray from 8pm-5am on August 17th. The results of the first spray have left some evidence that this is more than just a pheromone being released into our local environment. Below are some links to assist you

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Another interesting tool for home buyers and sellers. WalkScore is a website that calculates the "walkability" of a neighborhood based on nearby stores, restaurants, schools and parks. Unfortunately, you will probably never see this in action on a real estate website as it conflicts with the fact that not everyone can walk. But take it for a test drive and see where your home ranks; we've done

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Please join us for our first ever Wine and Whiners gatheringFriday, May 2nd from 5-7pmWhat is Wine & Whiners?Wine and Whiners is an opportunity to have a glass of wine with other adults without having to hire a babysitter. Bring your little ones and join us in the Maison Nouveau backyard for a casual end to the week.What do I bring?Bring your kiddo(s) and a bottle of wine. This will be like a

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California's expecting another big earthquake? Shocking. According to new calculations by the U.S. Geological Survey in Pasadena have confirmed there is a 99.7 percent chance a magnitude 6.7 quake or larger will strike in the next 30 years. Again, not too shocking after the rough last few months we have had here in the Bay Area. Being a full service real estate firm in the Bay Area we know a

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The custom website for homes (ie: www.1234myhomeroad.com) is always my favorite discussion with agents in the Maison Nouveau office. Being a major selling point for many agents, the last thing I want to do is insult anyone else's marketing strategy, but this is one fad that is extremely dated and should go away.The first and most important point regarding the home custom site is the ability for

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Today was the first day in quite a while that the news media actually reported some positive news on the economy, and the real estate market in particular.There were three main positive points made in the mainstream media:1. Existing home sales are up from the previous month, exceeding analyst expectations.2. Members of the Federal Home Loan Banking System have been allowed to purchase mortgage

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CNNMoney posted an interesting article regarding the $200B allotted to finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Will this move resolve the troubled market? Click Here for full article. Also, stay tuned for Maison Nouveau's own, Aaron Katler, and his response to the recent moves taken by the fed and how this affects you and the Bay Area market.

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Act now! Don't let this offer pass you by! Well I guess it's nice to see the press finally writing articles based on some truth other than scare tactics. Hugh Robertson, forwarded me this great article from CNNMoney.com this morning and you can check it out here.

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Thanks to the internet and online data, the folks over at Zillow have put together some interesting statistics regarding home values based on sales in Q4. The key to remember in viewing stats like this is that they are based on the city and not zip. You can view the full interactive Q4 map by clicking here.

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A statistics sheet recently found it's way onto my desk compliments of Tara White at Financial Title and I was compelled to share the numbers with our readers. The stats report resale single family residences and condos as well as new homes for January 08 and the % change from January 07. Below is data of some of the zip codes our clients have purchased or sold homes in:| ZIP Code | # Sales | %

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A quick welcome to yet another established blog in the East Bay that is devoted to the Emeryville community. Emeryville Live Blog is a fantastic resource for our friends that we have helped to move there as well as our buddies over at Pixar. If your curious about what else Emeryville has to offer besides great shopping, stop by EmeryLive.com.

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On Friday February 22nd the Rockridge District Association will be hosting the first ever Claremont Middle School Community Day. In the morning of the 22nd business owners along College Avenue will open their doors and volunteer their time to host tour groups of eager middle schoolers, as they examine Rockridge's thriving thoroughfare. This will offer students be an inside look at the mechanics

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It's recently been brought to my attention that Namaste has been working on a fantastic blog resource for our Rockridge Community. I would encourage all to keep an eye peeled for this site once it officially goes live as Rockridge was in desperate need of a local voice for events and happenings. And if you need any assistance please don't hesitate to contact us over at Maison Nouveau, I'm always

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-35105283909014576272008-02-18T10:22:00.000-08:002008-02-18T10:52:25.081-08:00

President Bush signed the economic stimulus package last week which offers people in high-priced real estate markets a little relief but does it have the punching power to really dent the real estate mess. Below are a short list of links regarding this economic stimulus package:San Francisco ChronicleNew York TimesYahooMoneyWatch

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A quick reminder of this evening's festivities at Maison Nouveau. We will be featuring the work of two local photographers, Joan Lakin Mikkelsen and Margaretta K. Mitchell. It's not too late to RSVP by calling the office at 510-594-7700.

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The National Association of Realtors has recanted on a previous forecast of 2008. Stating that instead of home prices remaining flat as previously projected, homes sold in '08 will take a 1.2% drop in price. In this CNN Money article NAR makes many bold predictions on next year's housing market based on economic projections for the next year. Click HERE for the full article.

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-47294499120208270432008-02-06T11:50:00.000-08:002008-02-06T11:56:58.033-08:00

Hugh Robertson forwarded me this great article featured in The Economist, discussing the market as it pertains to the "generational housing bubble" with baby-boomers. Click HERE for a quick read on an interesting topic.

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Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-47792742970324290052008-01-25T10:10:00.000-08:002008-01-25T12:34:27.601-08:00

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-49433263663213990412008-01-24T17:01:00.000-08:002008-01-25T11:45:20.675-08:00

Mark your calendars as Maison Nouveau's first gallery opening of 2008 is on the horizon. We will be featuring the work of two local photographers, Joan Lakin Mikkelsen and Margaretta K. Mitchell. Both are well-known East Bay photographers and we are expecting a fantastic turnout, so please don't forget to RSVP. The reception is from 6-8pm at Maison Nouveau in Rockridge, 5327 College Avenue. Pleas

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Nobody messes with Indy's real estate portfolio.Yes, it's true even Harrison Ford can have a swindling real estate agent. Real estate agent to the stars Joseph Aram Babajian, has been indicted by the U.S. Attorney in Los Angeles of fraud and conspiracy in an appraisal scam. With such clients as Ford, Ryan Seacrest and Warren Beatty; Babajian allegedly helped to steal tens of millions of dollars

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Countrywide has landed on softer ground for the month of January with the official buyout by Bank of America for the low, low price of $4 billion. However, they are by no means out of the woods yet. Click HERE for the full article.

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Last August Bank of America purchased quite a large chunk of Countrywide stock, $2 billion to be exact, and are looking to possibly be making it more. There were mumblings on the trade floors today of a possible buy out, click HERE to read the latest.

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We came upon a recent story in Forbes regarding attempts to profit in a downed market by buying up foreclosures and short sales. Click HERE to read the full article.

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I'm late! I'm late! But can you really be late or on time to buy a home anymore? If you can buy now, should you wait to see what happens in 6 months? A year? Click HERE to read the answer to this all important question we've been asking ourselves for the past year and a half.

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Despite the housing market climate change in 2007, the Bay Area held strong. If you have any questions regarding current market trends or what lies ahead in 2008 for the Bay Area market don't hesitate to drop us a line.

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MN is front page news! Maison Nouveau broker Heather Sittig was featured prominently in today's San Francisco Chronicle on the front page of the Business section. You can read the article HERE.

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Great link HERE to an article written for Reason Magazine that discusses the real thieves behind current housing market conditions and lending abuse.

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Building the perfect fire has become a lost art form as our lives have gotten busier. This holiday season we would like to share with you and your home the comfort and radiance of a perfectly built fire.I. Wood SelectionThere are many elements to building a great fire but none more important than your choice of timber. Wood is the fuel and, similar to gas for a car, you’re going to get better

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If someone offered me the bet, "Will East Bay real estate prices be 31% lower in 5 years?" I would take it in a flash. Yet this is the prediction CNN Money just rolled out (click here for article). They base their projection largely on a return to normal of the relationship between home prices and rents. They argue that "People typically won't spend more in monthly costs to own a home than they

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October 18 we had our first successful gallery opening in our new office. Hooray! To all those who attended it was really great to see old friends and new faces and celebrate the opening of our new office. The two local artists featured and whose work is still showing are Pouke Halpern and Michaela Gardner. If you didn't get a chance to make the opening, please don't hesitate to stop by and view

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With the official move completed to Rockridge, Maison Nouveau has been working to build an even stronger team to better assist our Bay Area clientèle. Judy Richardson is the newest face in our Rockridge office and has fit right in with the team at 5327 College Avenue. An excellent negotiator and a keen ability to commit 100% to help clients, she was an ideal addition to the MN family. Don't

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The SF Gate published an article yesterday regarding Mortgage Backed Securities and an overview on current credit conditions and how it affects housing markets. Check it out HERE.

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Recently, I came across this article on CNN Money that I felt was a great one for our Savoir Faire readers to take a look at. You can follow the link HERE.

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by Jana ManninaI spend the better portion of each day discussing interest rates. You can’t believe how often I am asked “So, what are the rates?” over dinner, over drinks, at a baptism- you name it, I’ve been asked there. It’s gotten so bad that I have actually resorted to using the term Domestic-Engineer (aka House-Wife) when questioned about my occupation in a social setting. While the

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MSN has a great article about how to sell your home in a Buyer's market. However, I would not say that the Bay Area is a Buyer's market whatsoever, with homes still going for over asking and with multiple offers. There is however, some great tips and advice for anyone looking to sell their home regardless of market conditions. Click Here to visit.

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-54143376888167152192007-07-20T11:29:00.000-07:002007-07-20T14:38:45.254-07:00

Quite a good sized jolt we had this morning! Catch up on all the latest news, updates, where the 4.2 was centered and share your earthquake experience.US Geological SurveySan Francisco Chronicle CoverageKTVU Channel 2 NewsKRON 4 News

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-72658140487807360612007-07-18T12:17:00.000-07:002007-07-18T12:34:15.211-07:00

Stumbled upon a podcast this morning regarding Real Estate trends, risk and volatility. I found this to be informative but was extremely general and didn't really touch on the Bay Area. Click Here to give it a listen to.

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-49279367174757916892007-07-13T10:24:00.000-07:002007-07-13T10:51:53.550-07:00

The current East Bay Waste Management (WM) strike has brought about much more than just bad smells and flies, it has brought to our attention that we live in a society of mass consumerism and excessive waste. I came across an article in the San Francisco Chronicle which I found really informative without being overly preachy and wanted to share it with the Savoir Faire readers. Give it a read and

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The 80's were a time where solar power was somewhat of a fad, but with technological advances is more feasible today. Green construction is more prevalent and perhaps more important in our society and the following MSN article really breaks down the complexities of wind, solar and other energy alternatives. Click Here for a quick read on what lies ahead in self-powering your property.

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The Weekly Chic has been active for a week and feedback has been extremely positive! This resource will only be available to those who are subscribed to our daily email updates since it's a unique opportunity to see the homes we consider exceptional values and/or deals. If you haven't sign up already, I would encourage all those to do here.

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-79824737196931480052007-06-06T15:09:00.000-07:002007-06-06T15:24:28.807-07:00

Launch Annoucement - 6/14/2007Next week Maison Nouveau will be launching a new feature to our already established web presence. The Weekly Chic will feature Bay Area homes that have been personally selected by the MN Team and updated every Thursday. This is a unique and interactive opportunity to see what Maison Nouveau perhaps considers a perfect home, an ideal fixer or an under the radar abode

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If you're a fan of art and a fan of pinball, this is an awesome treat. Lucky Ju Ju Pinball Art Gallery -- Art exhibit. "Rocked Out Pinball Machine!" A Kustom game by Dirty Donny and Wade Krause, through July 3. Gallery hours: 6 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays.713 Santa Clara AvenueAlameda, CADetails: Lucky Ju Ju

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-39716645423776860352007-06-05T12:04:00.000-07:002008-02-07T15:37:21.920-08:00

By Martin SnappContra Costa TimesThe Berkeley City Club will be filled with chamber music June 9 at the third annual Mozart for Mutts and Meows concert, a benefit for the Berkeley-East Bay Humane Society. The concert will feature some of the Bay Area's premier musicians: Wanda Warkentin, principal cellist with the Santa Rosa Symphony; violinist Christina Mok, concertmaster of the Stockton

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-3501831871740226452007-05-29T15:17:00.000-07:002008-02-07T15:36:07.677-08:00

Recently, the team at Maison Nouveau was presented with this great new service which has now become our lifesaver. It's called Dial Directions and it's this great new service which takes driving direction and voice recognition software, puts it in a blender and makes it accessible for your mobile device. You call DIR-ECT-IONS (347-328-4667) tell the lovely voice on the other end where you are

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Being the Creative Director for Maison Nouveau I have direct contact with reps for multiple Bay Area publications. Typically, I find myself criticizing the reps for allowing editorial to write Bay Area Real Estate fiction, such as "The Bubble is Bursting!" or the "The Sky is Falling!". Well there is no getting around facts, and April 07's numbers prove that I haven't been just standing on my

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-34811314742419169912007-04-30T14:55:00.000-07:002007-04-30T15:11:11.898-07:00

Last Thursday Maison Nouveau hosted our first seminar of the year with an informative retrofit session with Howard Cook of Bay Area Retrofit. We would like to thank all those who were in attendance at this unique event and have already gotten the gears in motion for our next, so stay tuned!If you were unable to attend the event but still would like to receive the material, please call 510-594-

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After what turned out to be a gorgeous weekend in the Bay Area, how did you spend your Sunday? If you were able to attend any of the Easter Egg hunts that were mentioned below, give us feedback on how they went.

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Tis' the season of yellow peeps and scavaging for dyed produce! If your child is ready to storm the beaches of Easter Normandy, below are some local links to Easter Egg hunts. If I've left any out please don't hesitate to add them!Saturday 4/7/07Easter Eggstravaganza! - ConcordSpring Celebration - Novato50,000 Egg Hunt - DublinEaster Parade - SausalitoEggstravaganza - San Anselmo @ 11amCorte

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It's amazing what one can find on YouTube these days. With all the retrofit talk going on and our seminar right around the corner, I stumbled across some footage from the Loma Prieta Earthquake of '89. Here's a few links to check out as well:USGS - Earthquake Hazards Program for Nor. CaliforniaNCEDC - Northern California Earthquake Data CenterRetrofit Seminar - Click the link to sign up for our

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-30905147678274165902007-03-27T13:39:00.000-07:002008-08-27T19:13:08.999-07:00

by Heather SittigThis year is my first as a vacation rental property owner and so far I have been really surprised by the great results. We have posted our house in the wine country on several vacation by owner sites such as homeaway.com and perfectplaces.com. After only 2 months of advertising our house we already have eight confirmed bookings!Anyone who is thinking of purchasing a vacation

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-9822230606733316242007-03-27T12:24:00.000-07:002007-03-27T13:52:37.771-07:00

by Howard Cook of Bay Area RetrofitMany Bay Area homeowners live under a false sense of security. They believe that the building inspector will make sure the retrofit of their home is done correctly. This is not the case.No Bay Area building department reviews the effectiveness of retrofit designs or installations. If the contractor puts in the wrong hardware or puts the correct hardware in the

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-36130682082460970972007-03-23T11:54:00.000-07:002008-08-27T19:13:13.171-07:00

Here is an interesting article from the March 23 edition of Realtor Magazine Online. Existing-Home sales just posted its biggest monthly increase in three years, with all regions except the West contributing to this strength. I always pay particular attention to the existing stats as opposed to the new home numbers since it reflects the composition of our market better. Despite the aggregate

Hugh Robertsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03884658449893107800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-71848963464071818442007-03-23T11:40:00.000-07:002008-08-27T19:13:45.942-07:00

by Daniel C. Avina“Everybody should believe in something. I believe I’ll have another drink.”However, this drink. is anything but another one. drink. is the premier custom beverage service for Bay Area events. San Francisco has been and always will be the harbinger for all that is cosmopolitan. Typically, the push to invent and infuse has fallen on the shoulders of the food industry, leaving

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-16430592460879173672007-03-22T14:32:00.000-07:002007-03-22T14:41:41.477-07:00

by Howard Cook of Bay Area RetrofitOn February 1, 2007 the City of Berkeley made changes to the Transfer Tax Rebate Program that made it far more difficult to qualify for the rebate. Previously the City would allow the rebate to be used for any work that related to seismic strengthening, even if the work was not done properly or was incomplete. In a recent Contra Costa Times review, as many as

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-80117334096783903072007-03-20T13:20:00.000-07:002007-03-20T14:36:17.456-07:00

This upcoming weekend residents of Contra Costa County can recycle their old electronics for free! This is a great way to make some space in your home and help some local schools. What's E-Waste? Here's some examples: monitors, computers, stereos, TVs, printers, cell phones, power cables etc.Prewett WaterPark4701 Lone Tree Way, AntiochFri. Mar. 23rd 12pm-5pmSat. Mar. 24th 9am- 3pmConcord High

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The Peralta Elementary School is once again celebrating their Spring Festival. It will be held on May 12, 12-4pm in the Peralta schoolyard and the theme is "Peralta in Bloom" in which the children will display their acclaimed garden and achievements. The event will include food, live entertainment, carnival games and free activities for children of all ages. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-872509555972979582007-03-20T12:21:00.000-07:002007-03-20T13:17:32.761-07:00

For those that don't have children who are Disney Channel addicts, Disney's High School Musical has been the number one children's movie for the past year. This fantastic production has now found its way to the local stage thanks to children and young adults from Head Royce School, Piedmont & Montclair Schools, Julia Morgan and UC Berkely. This is a great opportunity for all to see a fantastic

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-69127550529939475202007-03-09T10:23:00.000-08:002007-03-09T10:42:35.224-08:00

Today I will be meeting with Melissa Gugni and Jay Esopenko, founder of San Francisco's drink. a cocktail catering company for the Bay Area. Being a fan of any and all libations I've been looking forward to this interview for sometime. Perhaps they will elaborate on the magical properties that make their palliative potable potions so mouthwatering (try saying that 3 times after a few cosmos).

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-79397773999718531382007-03-01T09:27:00.000-08:002007-03-01T15:56:48.568-08:00

I came across this great article on CNN and wanted to keep everyone current on housing statistics. This is just another indication that a soft landing is on the horizon. After years of an extremely hot housing market, what we are experiencing now according to some real estate experts are normal conditions. Stay tuned.Home Prices Show Modest Gains in 2006 - CNN Money.com

Hugh Robertsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03884658449893107800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-11199816163434258022007-02-27T15:56:00.000-08:002007-03-01T10:07:45.364-08:00

Check this out:Yosemite AssociationSee 5 live webcams all year round. It's very white up there right now. Tioga Pass hasn't been working too well but the rest of the cameras are current.

Tory Finnnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-49618085428239943392007-02-27T14:59:00.000-08:002007-02-27T16:05:49.595-08:00

Hobby just sounds too Holly, don't you think? Fetish adds a bit of excitment, a bit of flash to the heretofore old fashioned activity of quilting. If you think quilting is still old fashioned, have a look at some Amish Quilts, or some Hawaiian quilts. The intricate piecing and stitching (over a million stitches on one Hawaiian quilt) makes my stomach churn, I just can't imagine being able to do

Tory Finnnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-21341440291271624472007-02-27T12:53:00.000-08:002007-03-01T09:43:46.257-08:00

by Scott WardOpen houses are popular again - the buyers are back and attending Sunday open houses in "droves" reports one home owner stunned by the response.So all you sellers, keep those houses clean, and prepare to get some offers. Buyers just because the crowd is big, half of them are probably neighbors - take your time, ask your questions.

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-12045798841642979982007-02-22T15:36:00.000-08:002008-08-27T19:13:13.865-07:00

by Daniel C. AvinaIn today's digital age, it's not only imperative to take full advantage of all marketing vehicles but to ensure that it's done correctly. Technology and the Internet are drastically transforming the way real estate is practiced. The National Association Realtors® reports that in 1995 2% of buyers were using the Internet to search for a home, while in 2005, 77% of buyers were

Maison Nouveau Real Estatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03589947613156520398noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7324918579929515762.post-38457302141066701782007-02-22T14:39:00.000-08:002007-03-01T10:21:21.063-08:00

The Premise: Buyers have been looking for a house for quite some time. They have a sense of urgency to get into a new home, but for whatever reason can't pull the trigger. They have been working with Maison Nouveau and are at a stand still, stuck between house A and house B. Our show will give these indecisive buyers the opportunity to sleep over in the house they're most leaning toward to give

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5327 College Avenue is well underway and looking to near completion by April. I went down the other day to take some photos of the construction chaos. The first photo shows pre-construction, currently all stucco has been removed and the bare bones are visible at street level.

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There is a 62% probability of a 6.7 or greater quake occurring between 2007-2032. The Loma Prieta released only 3% of the energy of the of the great 1906 quake. According to the California Earthquake Authority less than 10% of all homeowners have taken the steps to retrofit their homes.Yikes! Those are some scary facts. Enough to make you pack it all in and move to Indiana.But I don't think the

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