How do you explain the combination of skills, persistence and timing in the market? A short sale that took FOUR.FOUR YEARS! It was the house that no body wanted, not even the bank! Well almost nobody. We did finally sell it. We had NOD"S on it but never did we have a auction date and the bank did not try to do a loan modification. What is it?  A 1600 sq ft home in Apple Valley Ca. Almost two acres with a 1960's cabin expanded into a 3/1.   When we started this short sale the property was being lived in and the values were about  100,000 for this type of sale. What Challenge as a short sale? Client had a legitimate hardship. But there was an Irs tax lien for about 10,000 which later got pared down to $3000. Our Short Sale Expert Cathy Meyers was on the phone for hours. and Hours to get t... 08/11/2012

107 homes exchanged hands in July in the fair Town of Apple Valley,CA 2 were HUD homesOne sold at $55K, 100% of asking price at $43.87 a sq ft.The other sold at $133,100 which was 106% of asking price at $71.83 a sq ft.32 REOs AKA bank owned homes soldThe average home was 1829 sq ft. on the market for 38 days, sold for $57.86 a sq ft.Its original price was $109,748, it went into escrow with an asking price of $105,297 and it sold for $107,472 at 102% of asking.18 homes sold as short salesThe average home was 1771 sq ft. in the market for 135 days, at an original price of $115,344 at $61.25 a sq ft. It went into escrow for $109,789 and sold for $109.317 at 100.29% of asking.Now the news for standard sales............DRUM ROLL PLEASE...........55 sales.The average home was 1994 sq ft, on ... 08/03/2012

Desert Knolls news....June 28, 2012Desert Knolls is in Apple Valley, freeway convenient, close to Victor Valley Jr College, it has shopping,movie theatres,golf course, medical offices and a hospital. The Desert Knolls area of the Town of Apple Valley is a great place to live. There is some horse property, some wonderful view lots, some gated areas. The average lot is at least ¾ arce giving you a spread out feeling with the convenience of the city. All in all the area has a lot to offer. It’s also convenient to get out of town, mountain areas less than an hour, Victoria Gardens 45 minutes, Las Vegas 3 hours, depending on your driving habits. Houses are selling in Apple Valley! It’s a great time to sell your house . If you have been waiting for a good time to sell. Now maybe it. From a bu... 06/28/2012

Lloyd Cullen Real Estate is a local Apple Valley Short Sale Realtor. As a Apple Valley Short Sale Company that specializes in short sales, you are assured the highest standard of professionalism and can always count on our Apple Valley Short Sale Realtor to help answer any questions you have in regards to Apple Valley Short Sales. Short Sale My Apple Valley Home Lloyd Cullen is a local Apple Valley Short Sale Expert with experienced Apple Valley Short Sale Agents here to assist you.   Short Sale My Apple Valley Home We specialize in Short Sales for Apple Valley and Surrounding Areas We know that you have seen a myriad of advertisements since you are now considering short selling your Apple Valley home. In fact, you may have seen so many that you are not sure where to turn. We are here t... 06/06/2012

Lloyd Cullen Real Estate is a local Apple Valley Short Sale Expert. As a Apple Valley Short Sale Company that specializes in short sales, you are assured the highest standard of professionalism and can always count on our Apple Valley Short Sale Realtor to help answer any questions you have in regards to Apple Valley Short Sales. Short Sale Apple Valley CA Lloyd Cullen is a local Apple Valley Short Sale Expert with experienced Apple Valley Short Sale Agents here to assist you.   Short Sale Apple Valley CA We specialize in Short Sales for Apple Valley and Surrounding Areas Is short selling your Apple Valley home the only option that you have? A Apple Valley Short Sale Agent with Lloyd Cullen Real Estate can definitely help you answer that question. The last thing that you want to do is t... 05/31/2012

Lloyd Cullen Real Estate is a local Apple Valley Short Sale Realtor. As a Apple Valley Short Sale Company that specializes in short sales, you are assured the highest standard of professionalism and can always count on our Apple Valley Short Sale Realtor to help answer any questions you have in regards to Apple Valley Short Sales. Apple Valley Short Sale Realtor Lloyd Cullen is a local Apple Valley Short Sale Expert with experienced Apple Valley Short Sale Agents here to assist you.   Apple Valley Short Sale Realtor We specialize in Short Sales for Apple Valley and Surrounding Areas Don’t waste your time and energy with Apple Valley short sale agents who do not have the expertise and experience needed to navigate the complicated Apple Valley short sale process. Call Lloyd Cullen Real Es... 05/29/2012

Sat April 21, 2012 from 7AM-2 PM Sun City will be having it's semi-annual garage sale. Yard sale maps will be available at the guard houses. This is just one of the many MANY events for Sun City residents. There are a multitude of clubs, classes and groups in this active over 55 area. There are 2 club houses for residents to enjoy, 3 pools, 2 gyms and muliple meeting rooms. check out www.suncity.com If you are looking to relocate to this kind of fun active community in the heart of the High Desert, please consider calling me, Karen at Real Living Hamilton Landon 760.684.0250 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 760.684.0250end_of_the_skype_highlighting karensoldit@yahoo.com www.realliving.com/karen.sanchez Currently, as of 4/11/12 there are 16 homes listed average size 1730 average price per... 04/12/2012

Desert Knolls Home Sales News96 homes are currently on the market the Desert Knolls area of the Town of Apple Valley, CA.The average home for sale is 2762 sq ft, the average home is listed for $264,934, the lowest price home is $75,000, the highest price house is asking $675,000. The average home has been on the market 87 days and is $89.01 a sq ft.Since Jan 1, 2012 There were 79 sales recorded on the Victor Valley Association of Realtors site. www.VVAR.com12 short sales, that averaged 2264 sq ft. sold for an average of $69.51 a sq ft. the sold at 100.71% of asking price.There were 31 REO or bank owned homes sold. The average home was 2361 sq ft and is $63.49 a sq ft. for 97.90% of asking price.Finally there were 36 standard sales. The average standard sale was 2404 sq ft. and sold for ... 03/26/2012

Monthly Real Estate Market Reports may vary as you surf the internet from one real estate website to another.  The phenomena can be attributed to the timeliness of the information being distributed.  Using a local real estate agent is always a good way to get the most current information.  Here are a few of the local stats for March 2012, as provided by Escrow Junction's Market Condition Report - March 2012 Supply of homes on the Market:  294 Percentage selling in the last 30 days: 61% Average Days on Market:  71 Median Ask Price:  $139k Median Close Price $115k These stats are believed to be accurate but not guaranteed.  They detail the resale market only.  The numbers are intended to be generally descriptive, not definitive. Another tool that is now available is the Market Insider Rep... 03/24/2012

The Town of Apple Valley Market Report first half of March Home Sales 201253 homes sold in Apple Valley according to VVAR.com from March 1-16.The highest price house was $275,000 the lowest was $40,000.The average size home was 1913sq ft.. It sold at $61.51 a sq.ft. It was on the market for 47 days. and sold for 97.92 % of asking price. 8 houses sold over asking price.There are currently 248 houses for sale actively.37 are listed as REOs or bank owned. 59 are short sales3 are HUDs.Some homes I may consider bank owned are listed as corporate owned and therefore do not show up as a REO.There are 116 houses that are listed as contingent, meaning you maybe able to make a backup offer on the house but it has some sort of contract on it, but it has to have something happen to make it pending ... 03/23/2012

  29 things that make Apple Valley something to LEAP about!1) Dog Obedience Classes http://goo.gl/8SWeC2) Apple Valley County Club http://goo.gl/enZM63) Ashwood Golf Course http://www.ashwoodgolf.com/index.php4) Ultra Star Movies ultrastarmovies.com/theater_info.asp?theater=Apple%20Valley5) Cinemark Movies www.cinemark.com6) 56 degrees today.........Shhhh, it felt warmer. weather.yahoo.com7) The airport www.sbcountywings.com8) The library http://goo.gl/35hDe9) Jess Ranch Trout Farm http://www.jessranchlakesnews.com10) The Victor Valley Museum http://www.co.san-bernardino.ca.us/museum/branches/vvm.htm11) Adopt a pet http://goo.gl/kmyh9 12) AAE, the Lewis Center http://www.lewiscenter.org/ 13) Brewster Parkhttp://www.applevalley.org/Index.aspx?page=655 14) The Hill House www.youtube.com/w... 02/29/2012

Here is the current inventory of homes for sale in Apple Valley California as of today 2-23-2012 along with homes sold in the last three months.  This includes homes for sale in both the 92307 and 92308 zip codes.            Homes currently for sale:                                       Homes sold in the last three months:            Total for sale   324                                                Total sold    244            Average list price $175,094                                     Average List price $140,730                                                                                         Average sold price $137,851            Average square footage 2108                                 Average square footage  2029            Average price per square foot $80           ... 02/23/2012

Sun City Apple Valley is a Del Webb community within the Inland Empire area of Southern California. The location offers a carefree and relaxed lifestyle, sun-filled days, clean air, low taxes and reasonably priced homes.  The town of Apple Valley is nestled among the soaring San Gorgonio Mountains yet is still easily accessible via the Cajon Pass. Residents enjoy gorgeous scenic surroundings and plenty of outdoor recreation including hiking, fishing, camping, biking and more. The San Bernardino National Forest is just eight miles away while major cities such as Los Angeles and Palm Springs can be reached in less than two hours. Amenities at Sun City Apple Valley include two clubhouses offering a wide variety of high-end amenities perfect for living an active lifestyle. The Aspen Clubhou... 02/01/2012

Cal me If I can help you, but here is some news you can use from the Town of Apple Valley    Town of Apple ValleyFirst Time Homebuyers- Down Payment Assistance ProgramAt this time, the Town continues to administer it's affordable housing programs. The Town of Apple Valley offers two programs to assist low, moderate and middle income homebuyers purchase their first home. The CalHome program is funded through the Housing and Emergency Shelter Trust Fund Act of 2006 to reduce the blight of vacant homes and expand the supply of affordable housing. Town assistance is provided to low-income homebuyers as a 0% interest loan, deferred for a maximum of 30 years.The Neighborhood Stabilization Program Down Payment Assistance Program helps families buy foreclosed or abandoned homes within eligible ... 01/28/2012

A happy buyer and a happy seller makes for a VERY happy REALTOR! 8448 Milpas in Apple Valley, a house that sits on top of the world, well at least the valley has a new owner and is ready for new adventures. The new owner loves the sun room and watching the sun rises from the house in the morning. It was the end to a happy day when Eric the new owner and Mary, the seller and I met at the house to officially pass the keys over and welcome Eric to his new home. In CA we do not, "table close". So many times the buyer and the seller never met. I'm not recommending every transaction work like this, but in this case the seller was there for all the inspections and was able to assist the buyer with and and all question that the buyer had.   The key exchange   Flowers from the buyer for the sell... 01/26/2012

Hello Real Estate Fans!Yes homes are selling in Apple Valley. Here is the news for Nov.2011.There are currently 332 homes listed. Of those 86 are bank owned.76 are short sales.Looking at the active listing of homes that are standard sales74 houses that are under 2000 sq ft. The average home is 1412 sq ft and is listed for $117,644.94 houses that are over 2000 sq ft. The average house is 2971 sq ft and is $305,831. 84 homes are listed as contingent. So there is an active offer with some issue that is keeping it from being in escrow. There are 159 houses pending or in escrow, 56 of those are listed as bank owned and 38 are short sale.About the solds.There were 94 sales reported in Nov. as of Dec.1.The average home was 1922 sq ft and sold for $115,750.The lowest sale was $31,000 the highes... 12/01/2011

A client and his wife were looking to buy in our area, she had gone back home to be with the kids and the husband stayed here to go to work and find a house.   He and I were looking all afternoon and it was getting late and I was hungry.   I checked in at home and my husband said that he had made ribs, which translates to lots of food at my house.  I asked him if he would like company for dinner.   So I bring my client home to eat.   We are just visiting and getting to know each other and casually mention that there is a house around the corner, maybe we can walk over after dinner and look at it. but it's only 3 bedroom and they wanted a 4 bedroom for their 6 kids. So after dinner I put my flip flops on (I normally work in heals), put the dogs on their leashes, grabbed the hubby, and my... 10/28/2011

Apple Valley Christian School will be again be having their Harvest Festival.   It's Oct 28 from 5-9PM.   22434 Nisqually Rd.  Apple Valley   Entrance fee $5 tickets are 25 cents.   No scary or provocative costumes.   Pita Stop will have dinner there for an additional charge.     10/16/2011

Sun City Apple Valley is a scenic Del Webb community on the northern edge of California’s Inland Empire. This 55+ community is tucked away in the beautiful California countryside boasting view of the San Gorgonio Mountains. The ideal location offering scenic privacy yet easy access to large urban areas has made this Del Webb community a popular California retirement destination. Apple Valley, California is just 40 miles north of San Bernardino and less than two hours from Los Angeles, Orange County and Palm Springs. It’s an ideal location for those still in the workforce. Retirees wanting to get away from the crowds appreciate the privacy of Del Webb Apple Valley and all the area has to offer including fresh air, a low tax rate and the absence of Mello Roos (special taxes levied on home... 09/27/2011

Contact: Chris Lamoreaux, Vice President 15500 W. Sand Street, Victorville, CA 92392 Phone: (760) 684-8007 September 13, 2011 e-mail: CL@cbcdesert.com website: www.cbcdesert.com For Immediate Release HomeSource Lamoreaux Residential Group Keeps Open Door Policy for Homeowners in Need Victorville, Calif. – With the current state of the economy, many homeowners are experiencing difficulties when attempting to sell their homes, in an effort to keep their credit scores and dignity in good standing. Foreclosures and short sales are more prevalent than ever in the residential real estate industry, and the HomeSource team is making every effort to help those in distress. HomeSource REALTOR® Cathy Meyers is aiming to notify troubled homeowners of her “open door” policy for those seeking furthe... 09/21/2011