Housebuilding and Remodeling Class

Next Housebuilding and Remodeling class is right around the corner. The dates are Saturday and Sunday, January 28 & 29, 2012 at the Crowne Hotel located where the Holiday Inn was on I-80 and Madison. The cost is $195 per person or $265 per couple. Very informative class. Check our website for further information. www.ownerbuildercenter.com

Save Money and Build Your Dream Home

We are offering a unique client contractor relationship that allows the owner and contractor to work together to achieve the best possible price and product. Call or email to ask us how...

Buy Real Estate Now

Owning is cheaper than renting so buy an investment property or a new primary residence now. Mortgage delinquencies of 60 days or more has decreased for six straight quarters. Even though you may not see mortgage delinquencies go back to "normal" until perhaps 2015, home prices will start to creep up. So let me help you with your real estate needs. Looking for a realtor, call me!! Debra Verniest 916-337-1637

Free Boulders

I have 30 to 50 boulders in Via Fiora that I need to get rid of. They are 18" to 3' in diameter. If you can move them, they are yours, no charge.

Let me know, 916-337-1637

Half Moon Bay

I had a gentleman call me to see if we can provide construction financing in Half Moon Bay. I MISPLACED HIS PHONE NUMBER. . . if you read this, yes we can, FINALLY, please give me a call. Debra Verniest 916-961-2453 x112

Investors wanted

I want to represent you in your adventure of finding investment properties. I have been selling properties under $75,000 and renting for $1,100. You can use your 401K and own the properties free and clear. No tax consequences, better return on your money. Call me, 916-337-1637

Things are picking up

I thought you might interested in knowing some Market News in regards to home sales and building. This information was provided to me by Carrie Meek and I am very encouraged by it. So here you go. . ..

National Building Permits +3% over last month and +7% over last year
West Building Permits +1% over last month and +21% over last year
US New Home Sales -2% from last month and +14% over last year
West New Homes Sales -4% from last month and +32% over last year
Lumber Composite Price +5% over last year **Green Fir Composite is +35% over last year**

As for OBC, we have seen an increase in our real estate activity. I have investors that are taking advantage of this market. The inventory is still out there. If you are interested in acquiring rental property or looking for that new dream home, please give me a call. If you are thinking of building or remodeling, call Skip!