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Shadow Cliff Homes – Pleasanton

Rhonda Fee — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:08:01 +0000

As a resident of Shadow Cliff homes in Pleasanton and speaking as a Pleasanton Realtor, I can say our neighborhood is quite busy! There are currently 2 active homes on the market ranging size from 1,135 sf. up to 2,165 sf. and ranging in price from $509,000 to $699,950. In the last 35-days 3 homes in the neighborhood have gone pending. Two of these homes are priced at $559,000 and one at $569,000. Last year, all year long we didn’t have this kind of activity in the neighborhood.

As an original owner, I purchased my home in Shadow Cliff in 1988 and at the time had no children. Since then of course things have changed and have a daughter now in college and my son still at Amador High School. Many know Pleasanton is well known for its educational system and thus many people want to move here. Shadow Cliff is a wonderful community and very friendly.

Yanagi Sushi and Grill Opens in Dublin, CA

Rhonda Fee — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 19:19:42 +0000

This week is a week of welcoming new businesses to the area. This one in particular is special to me as my broker and I represented the owner of the space in finding the perfect location for his restaurant.

Yanagi Sushi and Grill is located on the corner of Dublin Blvd and Dougherty Road in Dublin at Tralee. Jay Chung, owner, is a WELL established, successful business owner. This is his 6th restaurant opening. He has previously created and opened sushi restaurants over the past several years in the Pismo Beach and Santa Maria area and has ventured north to continue his success here in the Bay Area!

The restaurant in Dublin is a Tappan Style (sit at the grill and watch your personal chef create a delicious meal) and has a full sushi bar. The pre-Grand Opening was last night for invited guest and a “trial” run for the public opening tonight! The staff is enthusiastic and eager to serve a fantastic meal. Owner and Master Chef, Jay Chung, was on hand over seeing all the activities of the evening.

I encourage you to show your support to this new-to-the-Bay-Area business and stop by for a tasty meal.

Yogafina Yogurt New To Downtown Pleasanton

Rhonda Fee — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:46:16 +0000

I’d like to be the first to welcome our new neighbor to the 350 block of Main Street Pleasanton! Yogafina is opening its 5^th location right here in awesome down town Pleasanton. This space, previously occupied by Sugar Shack, has been transformed into a bright, inviting gathering place where you serve yourself, choosing from various flavors of yogurt. You can build your own fabulous treat with a selection of scrumptious toppings!

The owner of Yogafina that he is looking for applicants to drop off their resume at the store location. He prefers to receive applications in hand rather than via email. The store is located at 350-E Main Street, Pleasanton.

Get your taste buds ready! Yogafina has arrived and will open for business this Friday, August 14!

Is It Time To Sell Your Home?

Rhonda Fee — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 22:46:45 +0000

Ever wonder what makes one house stand out from another when viewing a home on the Internet? A survey by the National Association of Realtor says that over 80% of home buyers check the MLS before contacting a Realtor. With today’s very competitive market and internet savvy buyers shopping from home, one thing is certain; exposure of the property is key.

I recently provided an actual “Walk Through” video of a home for sale in San Ramon. Whether you live in the neighborhood or are many states away, with this type of marketing you’ll feel as though you’ve already been through the home before you even step foot on the property. Take a look and see what I mean.

If you’re interested in this kind of internet exposure for your property, please give me a call. Whether you live in Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin, San Ramon or beyond, there is no additional charge for this service. It is a part of my every day marketing plan for selling your home!

Home Warranty – A Plan That Pays

Rhonda Fee — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 17:58:48 +0000

It is my advice to all my clients to get a home warranty plan. It is customary in our country for the seller to pay the cost of the warranty. However, with all the short sale and REO properties being sold, often the ‘seller’ won’t pay the price for the home warranty. In this event I always encourage my clients to purchase the plan in the event something unexpected goes awry within the first 12-months of the purchase.

Recently my clients closed escrow on a home in Tracy, CA, a bank owned property. The warranty plan was put in place. About 3 weeks after their move-in date, the water heater began to leak from the bottom of the unit. They called the home warranty company, the water heater was replaced (approx. $900 value) and the client only had to pay $50 out of pocket. I know they are glad to have the warranty in place and told me they may even renew it next year.