I’d like to introduce you to Heather Farms in Walnut Creek CA. This wont be the only time I'll blog about Heather Farms. This 102 acre community park/facility has so much to offer : Community Center with classrooms for all ages Rose Garden with Gazebo Clarke Memorial Swim Center Skate Park Equestrian Center Tennis Courts Picnic Areas Kids Playgrounds with Rock Climbing wall Dog Park Sand volleyball court Fishing pond, and nature pond Six athletic fields Bike paths, and connection to the Iron Horse Trail.         There is so much going on throughout the year that it is impossible to give you a good feel for the place in one writing. So this Blog will just give you a "taste" of Heather Farms. My favorite these days is the Rose Garden. The roses are in full bloom and the fragrances can be ... 07/30/2010

   Walnut Creek CA Homes For Sale- Foreclosures For Sale In Walnut Creek For  July 30, 2010 As of July 30, 2010, there are 37 Bank Owned Foreclosures for sale in Walnut Creek, CA. (This report includes condominiums and townhomes) Priced from $87,900 to $1,469,000, and range in square footage from 462 to 4582. Click Here To View All Walnut Creek, CA Bank Owned Foreclosures For Sale. In the last 90 days (April-July 2010), there have been 42 Bank Owned Foreclosures sold in Walnut Creek, CA. The median sold price was $310,000 and 25 days on the market. That is a decrease since April-July 2009, when the median sold price was $364,000 and average time on the market was 63 days. This shows that Bank Owned Foreclosures in Walnut Creek, CA are still a good buy for homebuyers and investors.  Why ... 07/29/2010

Terrific Thursday morning to all, We are again at lofty heights be very careful. W-St is focused on corp earnings which could take wing from our sails as the day progresses. Continuing jobless claims came in higher than expectations and initial jobless claims were down. Rate Guard Update Have a great day! 07/29/2010

The pond at Countrywood Shopping Center, Walnut Creek CA, is a favorite sitting place for both young and old. Toddlers running around trying to catch the ducklings. Elderly resting in the shade on a wooden bench, people watchng. It's just one of the many place I like to go and do nothing, in Walnut Creek.     It really is as serene as it looks. It's  also a great place to sit and get inspired for my Blog, 365 Things to do in Walnut Creek CA. What do you think? 07/27/2010

I commute a lot, so I like to listen to audio books. I began a new one this morning. The Automatic Millionaire Homeowner by David Bach. The author was recounting his meeting with his first Automatic Millionaire Homeowners, a couple in their 60's. They had been in their mid 20's when they bought their first home. Image my surprise when they began describing the only place they could afford to buy a home. A little town 20 miles further out than they wanted, called Walnut Creek CA.  I moved to Walnut Creek in the mid 70's so it was close to this same time. I can relate to their descriptions of Walnut Creek back then. It was such a quaint little town. Who knew it would become the boom it is now. They then shared something that really struck me. The home they found was no where near the drea... 07/27/2010

Terrific Tuesday Morning to all, Mixed economic news this morning: Consumer Confidence was down, Richmond Fed manufacturing was up slightly, and Home Prices have increased so far. Be careful as W-St is trying to extend its rally. Rate Guard Update Have a great day! 07/27/2010

This past Saturday, July 24th 2010, was the launch of "Life in a Day". Oscar-winning director, Kevin Macdonald is asking anyone that wants to participate, upload their own video to YouTube. He is planning on gathering film clips to document one day, as seen through the eyes of people around the world. The film will premiere at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. For more on this event click on "Life in a Day". I spent sometime yesterday filming a few things around Walnut Creek. What I don't use, I can share with you as part of my Blog, 365 Things to do in Walnut Creek CA. The deadline is July 31st. Join me in an incredible time capsule.   07/25/2010

Growing up in Australia, I loved all the gardens and parks. That's probably one more thing I love about Walnut Creek. It has so many parks and gardens, just like back home.  it's hard to turn a corner or go into a neighborhood and not see one. In my quest to share 365 Things to do in Walnut Creek CA, I thought I would add some photos I've taken. Someone once said a pictures is worth... well, you know how it goes.   This weekend was a very fragrant weekend.           It was bright and sunny and warm without beeing too hot. Perfect for taking a stroll in a garden.   07/25/2010

We all have busy lives. We have our To-Do lists and our calendars. We are so intent on getting all those things done, that we rush through each one just to get to the next one. Some days are worse than other. Imagine my delight when, right in the middle of going over the days To-Do's, my sweety said we were going to the movies for a date night. It brought me back to my senses. It's not about the To-Do's. it's about living life and enjoying it. We left for the Century 14 Theater in Downtown Walnut Creek, during daylight but by the time we left the theater, it was dark and all of downtown was lit up. It never ceases to delight me; the many faces of Walnut Creek. Last night I especially noticed the restaurants with their outdoor seating lights, the trees with their white twinkle lights lin... 07/23/2010

   Walnut Creek CA Homes For Sale- Foreclosures For Sale In Walnut Creek For  July 23, 2010 As of July 23, 2010, there are 47 Bank Owned Foreclosures for sale in Walnut Creek, CA. (This report includes condominiums and townhomes) Priced from $87,900 to $1,469,000, and range in square footage from 462 to 4582. Click Here To View All Walnut Creek, CA Bank Owned Foreclosures For Sale. In the last 90 days (April-July 2010), there have been 42 Bank Owned Foreclosures sold in Walnut Creek, CA. The median sold price was $310,000 and 25 days on the market. That is a decrease since April-July 2009, when the median sold price was $364,000 and average time on the market was 63 days. This shows that Bank Owned Foreclosures in Walnut Creek, CA are still a good buy for homebuyers and investors.    Wh... 07/23/2010

The following numbers represent the comparison of homes sold from January to June 2009 versus January to June 2010 in Walnut Creek, CA 94596, 94597, 94598. Keep in mind that real estate markets are local in nature and there will be micro markets in every town.  Walnut Creek has experienced stabilized values, a nice increase in homes sold and a reduction in the days on market. Current market activity in Walnut Creek, California can be found here Community information for Walnut Creek, California 94596 can be found here Community information for Walnut Creek, California 94597 can be found here Community information for Walnut Creek, California 94598 can be found here 07/22/2010

   Walnut Creek, California Real Estate- Walnut Creek Real Estate Market Update For June 2010 The Walnut Creek, California Real Estate Market fell in June 2010. A total of 41 homes sold in June, nineteen less than in May 2010. The average sales price in Walnut Creek decreased in June, to $681,708. Homes that were sold in Walnut creek, California had an average listing (asking) price of $717,543 and the average selling price was $681,708. The number of days on market increased in June to 32 days. The Martinez market had been showing signs of stabilizing over the last few months. The average selling price of homes in January 2010 was $709,035. Single Family Residences June 2010 May 2010 June 2009 # Sold 41 60 42 Average $ $681,708 $723,310 $700,954 Days on Market 32 28 46 Currently, there... 07/22/2010

      Ever noticed how peaceful downtown is early in the morning. I was driving around taking random pictures to include in 365 Things to do in Walnut creek, CA when I noticed a bronze statue that I had seen numerous times but never paid that much attention to before. Without the distractions of the cars and the hustling shoppers, you notice so much more about your own hometown. I was curious about the statue, so I tried Googling it. I came up empty. Rather than keep searching, I thought I'd put it out there for anyone out there to share what they know about it. There's probably a plaque somewhere nearby, but you would think there'd be something on the internet. Bonus points for anyone who can shed some light, Rita   07/20/2010

Terrific Tuesday morning to all, Nice opening with bonds due to poor earnings report from Goldman. Building permits were actually up which is a  positive step for the future. Be careful, as trading is choppy. Rate Guard Update Have a great day. 07/20/2010

OPEN HOUSE:  Sunday, July 18th from 1-4 PM Popular Brooktree subdivision in Northgate, this 4 bedroom/3 bath home is located on a quiet, cul-de-sac court. Approx. 2200 Sq. Ft. of Living Space on approx. 14,400 Sq. Ft. Lot Built in 1965 per county records Functional floor plan with dual master setup New carpeting, flooring and freshly painted throughout Large step down living room Formal dining room Family Room with wet bar  Updated Master & Hall baths Refreshing pool, updated lawn area with irrigation system, and trellised flagstone patio Near hiking and biking trails Walk to 12 years of top rated schools:  Walnut Acres Elem., Foothill Middle and Northgate High School Minutes to downtown Walnut Creek for all your shopping, dining and entertaining needs! NOT A SHORT SALE OR REO (BANK OWN... 07/16/2010

The following numbers represent the current foreclosure sold inventory data as well as the current "Active" and "Sale Pending" data for bank owned (REO) properties in Walnut Creek, CA 94596,94597,94598 for the month of June 2010.  Current market activity in Walnut Creek, California can be found here Community information for Walnut Creek, California 94596 can be found here Community information for Walnut Creek, California 94597 can be found here Community information for Walnut Creek, California 94598 can be found here 07/16/2010

Fantastic Friday morning to all, Solid opening this morning with bonds.....but be careful! Core CPI (which is a measurement of inflation) came in at expectations. Consumers are focusing on paying off debt vs adding to savings. Consumer sentiment came in lower than expected. Rate Guard update Have a great weekend! 07/16/2010

The following numbers represent the current concentration of Short Sales in Pending Sale Status versus Traditional Sales in Pending Sale Status for Walnut Creek, CA for the period ending June 30th, 2010. Current market activity in Walnut Creek, California can be found here Community information for Walnut Creek, California 94596 can be found here Community information for Walnut Creek, California 94597 can be found here Community information for Walnut Creek, California 94598 can be found here 07/14/2010

When was the last time you went to the library? Over the last decade or so, technology has brought the library to us. Before Google and the internet with it's search engines, the library was the go-to place. It used to be the community's "famiy room". Now with the new Walnut Creek Library and it's hi-tech amenities, works of art, and "marketplace", we've come full circle...at least, that's the idea. The Grand Opening is scheduled for July 17 2010 at 10 am Saturday morning.For more on this event:        http://newwclibrary.org/   This new Library began in 1991, 30 years after the dedication of the original Library in 1961. For more go to: http://walnutcreekhistory.info/timeline.php Does anyone have any photos of the Original Walnut Creek Library? I've looked but can't find any on the in... 07/14/2010

I just love it here in Walnut Creek CA, and I want to spread the word about how great it is living here. I don't know everything there is to know about Walnut Creek because there is so much but I would love to learn more. For me everything begins with a good sunrise. So this blog should too.  Anyone know where the best spots are in Walnut Creek to watch the sunrise? For me, driving down Ygnacio Valley Rd towards Clayton, I've been blasted with some of the most spectacular sunrises. I'm not sure if I'm still in Walnut Creek by the time I'm hit by the view, but nature knows no boundaries. I recently found a wonderful photo of a Walnut Creek sunrise taken by Patrick Smith. He just now gave me permission to use it. Thank you Patrick. Here is the link to read more about it.  http://www.flick... 07/13/2010