Homeless man blogs
1 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on Tuesday, February 28, 2006 at 6:16 PM.
"A look at the perennial problem of homelessness from a unique perspective: from someone who is currently homeless." This is a great blog that shows the true face of homelessness. I have read through the entire blog it was really interesting. My prayers and thoughts go out to him and his family.
Links
News Story the news story from North Carolina
Lessons of Katrina a quote from his blog:
"I was reading over the weekend about the lingering effects Hurricane Katrina has caused in New Orleans. A lot of people were rendered homeless that dark day. Some have since found refuge with friends and family; some have begun new lives elsewhere. Some have placed their trust in FEMA (they're probably better off trying to hit the lottery.) Some, I'm sure, have probably become New World Gypsies, moving from place to place as the mood, and the lure of work, strikes them.All have one thing in common: they used to have homes. In the space of one day, they don't any longer.My point is that this can happen to any of us, at any time. My downfall was lack of money (and a modicum of poor planning) that led to eviction. But homelessness can come just as quickly under other circumstances. A fire. A tornado. A prolonged illness. Bankruptcy. Layoff. Job outsourcing. Incompetent political leaders. A meteor. The list goes on. It is easier than you think to have a house fulll of stuff one day and be living on the street less than a day later.Homelessness can come like lightning (or by lightning...) Be vigilant."
So true this could happen to the best of us.
Castle for sale in the Centennial Estates
1 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on at 12:42 PM.
$1,095,000
MLS: 60008212
Listed with Coldwell Bnkr-The Vintage Group
This is a house fit for a king. It sits on one of the best lots in the whole subdivision. It is listed by Eric Boehm at Vintage Realty for a million and some change. Its a 4 bd 4ba 4427 sqft. home with a pool and pool house on a half acre right in the middle of Tracy in the centennial subdivision.
This house is available so call me now for a showing...........................
Brian Barringer
Buyers Agent
800.894.7282
Additional Pictures
Cool Decking Surrounds In-ground Pool & Spa
Master Suite with Setting Area & Large Retreat/Office/ Nur
sery
Formal Family Room
Great Room Could be used as Library/Study with Built-in Bookshelf & Cabinetry
Marketing plan needed
0 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on Saturday, February 25, 2006 at 7:38 PM.
According to Dian Hymer of Inman News, "Listings are most salable when they're new on the market. To maximize your chances, your home not only needs to be priced right and properly prepared for sale, you also need a comprehensive marketing plan. You want to make sure that information about your listing reaches as many potential buyers as possible. So, pick your listing agent carefully. A prospective listing agent should provide you with a marketing plan. Ask to see samples of the marketing materials that will be used to promote your home. Make sure that your home will receive Internet exposure. Over 70 percent of today's home buyers start their home searches on the Internet."
Upstairs Unit @ 199,900
Downstairs Unit @ 219,900
Call 800-894-7282
Heres some sweet little condos near the golf course in Manteca, Ca. Just refurbished, new carpet, new vinyl, appliances,light fixtures,new interior and exterior paint. Great Manteca location-Great price. This is a condo conversion. What that means is that these used to be apartments. They are about 50% complete with the project so its rolling right along. They are even offering a sellers insentive package.
I think that this is another example of the changing market. When it becomes a buyers market like this you start seeing a growing condo market. You also start seeing the new home prices lower then before. I have not seen a condo in manteca for 200K since I have been in the business (2 years). There are also a few condo conversions in Stockton and one in Tracy I would be happy to show you also...............................
Beds: 2 Baths: 1 (1 0) (FH) Sq Ft: 900* Lot Sz: 900sqft*
Sellers Insentive Package:
1)Plantation Shutters throughout
2)42" Plasma TV
3)$2,800 credit for closing costs.(not to say that we could not up the price to pay the rest)
Contact me for an appointment
Brian Barringer 800-894-7282
Buyer backed out and builder needs quick close
0 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on at 11:38 AM.
Only one at this price because buyer backed out.
$432,999
$27,000 in upgrades for free!
NO MELLO ROOSE TAX! MOVE IN READY!
Square Feet: 2300, Bedrooms: 4, Bathrooms: 3, # of Stories: 2, Status: Quick Move-in
First person to qualify gets it. I just got a call from one of my builders in Lathrop today. She has a 2300 sqft home available that is built and has about 27K in upgrades. The buyers financing fell through so the builder is slashing the price to sell it quick. The lot is a little on the small side at 4,200 sqft. But you get a really long drive way!
They need a quick 30 Day close and they will sell it to the first person who qualifies with there lender.
So if you are interested give me a call because we have to get over there as soon as possible.
Brian Barringer
800-894-7282
Also if you are interested in new homes I know all of the developments in the area and I am privy to the best deals. I also know which developers are willing to take less then the asking price.
Also if you are interested in new homes I know all of the developments in the area and I am privy to the best deals. I also know which developers are willing to take less then the asking price.
similar homes in the same subdivision are listed on the MLS for 480K. I will show you the comps. Now that this is a buyers market the new home market is leading the way.
This is a sweet deal to come in and pick up.
Click on Floorplan to see better....................
MODEL HOME PICTURES
CLICK ON PICTURE TO ENLARGE
Brian Barringer
800-894-7282
Tracy Market Activity for the Week 2/17-2/24
0 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on Friday, February 24, 2006 at 10:31 AM.
Market update:
Hello everyone. This is a post I am going to do every Friday. I will post how many homes are on the market in town, how many went pending, and how many sold. This data will all be compiled into a easy to read CMA report for you. The propose is so that anyone can track what is going on in the Tracy market on a weekly basis. I think this is really valuable info if you own in Tracy. If anyone has any suggestions on a story or a post I would be happy to entertain it. I am working on a few new posts about new home developments in the area that are good deals so stay tuned. Thanks
There are 421 homes on the market in the city of Tracy as of Today.
Last week 23 homes went pending and 5 homes sold. Looks like the market is picking back up.
Hello everyone. This is a post I am going to do every Friday. I will post how many homes are on the market in town, how many went pending, and how many sold. This data will all be compiled into a easy to read CMA report for you. The propose is so that anyone can track what is going on in the Tracy market on a weekly basis. I think this is really valuable info if you own in Tracy. If anyone has any suggestions on a story or a post I would be happy to entertain it. I am working on a few new posts about new home developments in the area that are good deals so stay tuned. Thanks
Weekly Market Activity for Tracy, Ca
There are 421 homes on the market in the city of Tracy as of Today.
Last week 23 homes went pending and 5 homes sold. Looks like the market is picking back up.
Open Houses in Tracy, Ca
This weekend there are over 31 scheduled open houses. Here is a link to all the details and also maps to each home.
The buzz around the office is that business is picking up all around.
If you're looking for homes, or investment property in Tracy, Manteca, Lathrop, Stockton, Modesto, Patterson Ripon or Lodi, I want to help. By clicking on the Gold Button on the right hand button on the sidebar it will take you to our MLS registration page. Once you register and you only have to give an email address you can search the Central Valley MLS for active listings whenever you want, for free. Once you register with my free service, you have access to unlimited searches of the Central Valley MLS. You can also save searches and also have properties that fit your criteria sent directly to your email account as soon as they hit the market. Of course, searching for a the perfect property is only one part of the whole process. The first step should be to meet with a lender to get pre-approved. After doing this, you should have a good idea of what locations and what price range to focus your search. I work with some great lenders and would be glad to provide a referral, or two, if you'd like. I'm a full time, experienced REALTOR who's out in the trenches everyday. When you're ready to get serious.
Brian Barringer
Buyers Agent
contact me and we will get started.
CentralvalleyMLS
13 OPEN HOUSES for all of Tracy, Ca This Saturday
0 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on Friday, February 17, 2006 at 7:06 PM.
And mine is one of them. I will be hosting a open house on my property on Keepsake Ct. I wrote an article here about reducing the price to 505K. Here is a link to all of the open homes this Saturday. Please stop by mine and say hello. In the link there is maps to each of the homes. So print out and enjoy.
Looking forward to seeing you. Let me know you saw this so I know I am not just typing to myself.
Brian Barringer
209.613.8945
Brand New 2300 Sqft. Home base price of $430,000!!!!!!!!!!!!
0 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on Wednesday, February 15, 2006 at 3:15 PM.
Presenting The Snapdragon
Lathrop, Ca
Base Price:
$432,990
Square Feet:
2300
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
3
Garages:
2
# of Stories:
2
$432,990
Square Feet:
2300
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
3
Garages:
2
# of Stories:
2
When I saw the price I could not believe my eyes. These homes are a good deal compared to other new homes in Lathrop. They are selling about 200K cheaper then The Amberwood by Pulte Homes starting at $629,400. Built in the same year and same square footage. If you have any questions or would like to get a showing feel free to email or call me anytime.
Brian Barringer
800.894.7282
Other models available.................Email me for plans and virtural tours.
Ambergrove
Ambergrove is located in the family friendly city of Lathrop. This community, complete with a neighborhood park boasts four fabulous two-story floor plans. Choose from homes with up to approximately 2,258 square feet, 3-5 bedrooms, 2.5-3 baths. You're sure to enjoy nearby outdoor activities such as boating, camping and fishing on the Delta, wineries, parks, excellent schools and so much more. Easily accessible from all directions, offering commute possibilities to San Francisco, Silicon Valley and the Tri-Valley area of Contra Costa via I-580. And the nearby ACETrain.
Available Now:
The Snapdragon at Ambergrove $463,346
4/bad
3/bah
2,300/sq Ft
Quick Move-in
3/bah
2,300/sq Ft
Quick Move-in
The Snapdragon at Ambergrove $470,458
4
3
2,300
3
2,300
The Poppy at Ambergrove $429,990
3
2 1/2
2,000
Quick Move-in
3
2 1/2
2,000
Quick Move-in
The Snapdragon at Ambergrove $444,990
4
3
2,300
Quick Move-in
4
3
2,300
Quick Move-in
The Snapdragon at Ambergrove $432,990
4
3
2,300
Plan Available to be Built
4
3
2,300
Plan Available to be Built
The Magnolia at Ambergrove $495,475
4
3
2,450
Plan Available to be Built
4
3
2,450
Plan Available to be Built
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220 W Carlton Way
Four duplexes, total of 8 rental units. 2 bedroom 1 bath each. Looks like each unit rents for about $850/mo Do not disturb tenants, write offer subject to inspection. To be sold As Is.
This is a hard to find income property located in the heart of Tracy. There are no pictures on the MLS yet the one above is off the MLS archives. It looks priced to sell. I might take a walk down there this evening since I live about 3 blocks away.
If anyone is interested in buying this place what we would have to do is write an offer subject to inspections. Then once the offer is excepted we have to get right in there with our inspectors and see what kind of repairs it needs. The Seller wants to sell the place AS-IS asking in the MLS to limit his expenses to $1000.
Brian Barringer
Barringer Team/Realtor
Century 21 M&M
209.613.8945
800.894.7282
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My Red Cross experience
0 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on Monday, February 13, 2006 at 5:16 PM.
I volunteer with my local Red Cross chapter as a trained national Disaster relief Worker and local disaster response team. In October I went To Lufkin, TX to help out with the Katrina and Rita disasters. It was a very rewarding experience and I would recomomend it to anyone. Below is a few pictures I took and something I put together for a newsletter about my experience.
click here to Read what the Tracy Press said about me
My job was shelter operations. I had to feed and take care of hundreds of people all displaced by Katrina and Rita last month. I signed up with the Red Cross right after Katrina happened. I felt that if I could somehow get down there to help I could make a difference. I went to a one day training class at the Stockton Red Cross center for shelter operations.
Then I was off to Austin,TX. The next day I arrived at the Red Cross headquarters, where hundreds of volunteers were being checked in and randomly assembled into disaster teams. We formed teams of eight, exchanged cell numbers and picked a team leader then waited to be assigned to a shelter. It was a "hurry up and wait" type situation. The next day we got our assignment, Pentecostal Church Camp, in Lufkin,TX.
So we were off in our rental cars for a 7 hr trek with a break in Dallas. Lufkin is in south/west Texas near the Louisiana boarder just north of Beaumont and Port Arthur, which had been completely destroyed. Rita had just hit four days before I got to the shelter, so when I got there it was running at full capacity. We were housing some 800 people plus we fed some 400 people displaced but not in the shelter. Half of the people staying at the shelter were from Louisiana for Katrina and half were from Texas because of Rita.
The whole experience actually seems like one long day. I would start early in the morning and go around the camp with my golf cart and pick up trash. Then I would stop around 6:30 and start helping with getting breakfast ready. Breakfast was at 7:30, lunch at noon, and dinner around 6:30. All meals were all served in the same fashion. We had to set up the mess hall each morning because that's where everyone slept the night before. Food would come from a delivery truck from Red Cross or the Salvation Army and we would serve food in a chow line, kind of like a school cafeteria. It is really neat to see how fast and easy it is to feed so many people.
We never ran out of food, people always had seconds, and desert with dinner. The food was not bad, we had what tasted like Tri-tip one night. Water was in aluminum cans brought by FEMA. Anheuser-Busch donated 321,000 cans of filtered water which we jokingly referred to as "Baptist Beer". Aluminum makes water taste like metal.
My duty besides feeding was to take care of the dorms. I had to go in each morning and bring sick people food, find out what peoples needs were, and resolve personal conflicts. I would visit the dorms at least 2 times or more a day. We had our own laundry system developed, I would pick up pillow cases with numbers on them indicating ownership and pick up black trash bags of linins each day they would be sent out to be processed at a laundry and then brought back the next day. There were medical issues like people needing medication but lost their prescriptions. There were many questions like "where is the FEMA and red cross money?, When can we go home?, What are we supposed to do now?. We were the Red Cross representatives; the thing is we knew as much as they did. My answer always was "I can get you food and I can get you shelter and I can get you supplies but I have no idea when the money is coming, if I did have an answer it would just be a rumor anyways." There can be issues 24 hours a day at a shelter.
So even though we were working 12-16 hours a day and everyone was always sick with something. I was never tired. There was always something to do. I got all my energy from those who we were helping. The whole experience really puts things into prospective. Because everyone pitched in things got done and money got to the people. People who had little before the hurricanes now had nothing. They needed a jumpstart to their new lives. It took a long time to get things organized but we eventually got each family set up with 18 months of temp housing and emergency funds from FEMA and Red Cross. Texans helped by having huge job fairs employing anyone who was willing to work.
This was one of the few pictures I took with some folks who were staying at the shelter. I cant remember there names but they are both from Beaumont, Tx where there house was completely destroyed. .
This is outside the shelter at night. Usually people would all gather around after dinner and the preachers would start there preaching it was wild.
First night in Lufkin at a Staff shelter in a church.
At the Red Cross Headquarters in Austin, Tx waiting to be deployed.
My Tracy Press Picture I was on the Front Page!
In the future, I plan on working closely with the Red Cross here in our area to be a part of the local disaster relief/emergency response team for San Joaquin County.
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Just did a price reduction on one of my listings. Now this one is priced to sell. Check out the link for more info.
Now
Asking
499,000
Brian Barringer
Features include:
3 Bedrooms
2.5 Bathrooms, 1,666 square foot interior, on a 3,920 square foot lot
Vintage at Edgewood
Estates
Great cul-de-sac
location
Tile entry, wall to
wall carpet
Great room with wood
burning fireplace
Large kitchen with
tile floors, tile counters, breakfast
bar
Oak cabinets with
wine rack & glass front
Gas range, microwave,
dishwasher, pantry
Inside laundry room
1/2 bath downstairs
2 car garage
Master bedroom with
master bath, walk in closet, 2 sinks,
shower over tub.
Ceiling fans, duel
pane windows, 5 year new energy
efficient home
Jefferson School
District
1,666 square feet of
living space on a 3,920 square foot lot.
Conveniently located
close to easy commute
Built in 2001,
5
years new!
Brian Barringer
Real Estate Buyers Advocate
209-613-8945
800-894-7282
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Called this one!
1 day after I posted this it went pending.
Its a 4 bedroom 2 bathroom with 1614 sqft. of living space. Marketing comments say it has fresh paint and new carpets. It has a nice sized yard and its ready for a family to move in.
Click here to see the MLS data sheet for this property
Click Here to see a CMA I did on the property.............
Click here to see the details for the properties in the CMA
Then Click here to email me and get a showing!!
Brian BarringerBuyers Agent
209.613.8945
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Bankruptcy Sale Great deal on the market SOLD
0 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on Sunday, February 12, 2006 at 7:38 PM.
Asking 560,000
Sold
Sold
home today and its a great deal. It has a huge key lot. Carpets need cleaning but are not bad. Give this place a good cleaning and its ready to move in. Its the best deal I for the sqft. Subject to trustee approval. This house caught my eye today. It has a huge 10,300 sqft lot and a total of 2390 sqft. It won't last long. Notes in the MLS say that it appraised for 615K in Oct. 2005. Don't miss out. Call or email me for more information.
Brian Barringer
209.613.8945
800.894.7282
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I hope these people lose because craigslist is a great tool. People are so frivolous.
Article
A group of lawyers has alleged that a handful of housing ads posted by our users are disciminatory, demanding that craigslist use outdated and mistake-prone methods that if adopted would actually reduce fair housing opportunity, while eroding free speech rights. In reality, the craigslist community already excels at ensuring equal opportunity housing, earning praise from fair housing groups. This lawsuit will likely be dismissed, and the craigslist community will be recognized as the gold standard for promoting fair housing for all, while fully respecting each person's constitutional right to free speech and free association.
Article
A group of lawyers has alleged that a handful of housing ads posted by our users are disciminatory, demanding that craigslist use outdated and mistake-prone methods that if adopted would actually reduce fair housing opportunity, while eroding free speech rights. In reality, the craigslist community already excels at ensuring equal opportunity housing, earning praise from fair housing groups. This lawsuit will likely be dismissed, and the craigslist community will be recognized as the gold standard for promoting fair housing for all, while fully respecting each person's constitutional right to free speech and free association.
What I did On my Birthday.
0 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on Friday, February 10, 2006 at 1:58 PM.
Yesterday was my Birthday It was a perfect day to take the dogs for a walk. I am now 26 years old. I spent the hole day with my Wife Sarah and Family. I can't think of a better way to spend the day. Lake Del Valle in Livermore California is a nice place to play. They have boat rentals, camping, fishing and lots of dog friendly trails. I have always went there since I was a wee lad. It always amazed me how big the lake is and how close to home it is as well. We had a great time.
Brian Barringer, Birthday, personal, dogs
Here is a very interesting Blog about the most expencive Shacks in Marin county. For example there is a 500 Sqft. home with 1bd/1ba for 449,000 its built in 1925 and is a fixer-upper. But hey its gods country, right?
NOTICE OF DEFAULTS FORCLOSURES
0 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on Tuesday, February 07, 2006 at 2:31 PM.
I have all the defaults in SJ county on one PDF thanks to my title company, Old Republic Title. Its pretty interesting it tells how much the person owes, address and mortgage company. These are all properties in Pre-forclosure this is public information but people usually pay someone for this info. If anyone would like a copy drop me an email and I will get it to you.
Brian W. Barringer
Century-21 M&M/Barringer Team
209.613.8945
800.894.7282
http://tracyhomes.com/ (Main Website, our listings, local info)
http://www.westonranchhomes.com/ (Info on the Weston Ranch Masterplan Community)
http://www.centralvalleyhomesforsale.net/ (daily email updates, search the C.V MLS)
http://www.tracynewhomes.com/ ( info on new home subdivisions in Tracy and Lathrop)
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22 Questions to ask a prospective Listing Agent
0 Comments Published by Brian W. Barringer on at 2:20 PM.
22 Questions You should ask a realtor before you list your house.
1) How many years have you been in the business?
2) Are you a full-time agent listing and/or selling real estate?
3) Do you have a marketing plan? How does it work?
4) What professional training  on the local, state, and national level  do you attend?
5) How many potential buyers do you work with?
6) How many homes have you marketed? This year? Last year? How many sold? This year? Last year?
7) How long dose a typical listing stay on the market with you?
8) Do you notify top selling agents about property before it appears in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS)?
9) What systems do you have in place that keep you in constant contact with clients during the listing /buying and transaction processes?
10) What type of guarantee do you offer?
11) Am I locked into this listing with you?
12) How do you promote your website to potential buyers of my home? Do you have pictures, virtural tour and and additional info for prospective buyers to view?
13) Do you have a full-time licensed assistant to support you? May I meet your assistant(s) before I list with you?
14) A private 800 number to accept advertising inquiries from throughout the state?
15) A buyer registration system with customers waiting to purchase?
16) How many MLS's do you belong to?
17) A free 24-hour real estate information hot line?
18) Full-page, color ads in Harmon Homes magazine?
19) Flyer boxes on your Âfor sale signs for 24-hour availability to buyers?
20) A 24-hour, 7-day-a-week website for buyers and sellers to access?
21) How are you current with technologyolgy?
22) How do you protect sellers from getting into a lawsuit?
We hope this information is useful to your needs. Lets set up an appointment we would be happy to go over all of our qualifications with you.
Brian Barringer
Barringer Team/Realtor
Century 21 M&M
209.613.8945
800.894.7282
