Congratulations on your new Chico home!

A quick shout out to Katie and Doug.

Congratulations on your new Chico home!!

Buyer specialist Tara snapped this pic of your smiling faces…  we’re so happy she did.  We LOVE to share that moment of celebration!

katie and doug

Thank you for allowing The Sandi Bauman Team! at Chico Homes to assist you in your purchase!

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1023 Flag Creek Property

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STUNNING HILLTOP LOCATION with panoramic valley and bluff views.

Two homes on one lot!! Situated up against Table Mountain is a beautiful, historic colonial built by San Francisco architect Walter Bliss in 1915. Must see in person to appreciate- too many details to list! Hardwood flooring, claw foot tub, original pedestal sinks, crown molding, unique wood mantle, tons of built-ins, generous dining room, grand entry with the original 1862 Land Grant signed by Abraham Lincoln! 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths per seller. The second residence is a beautifully updated ranch style home with 4 beds, 2 baths, 1800 sqft, 2 car garage and a lovely porch to enjoy the views. Rents for $1100/mo. This gorgeous ranch also includes a hay barn, shop with power, round pen, spring fed water for the homes, many varieties of fruit trees and other outbuildings. This is a very special piece of property with many potential uses. Horses? Livestock? Vineyard? Orchard? B&B? Corporate retreat? Adjacent horse property is also for sale- 1477 Flag Creek.

Message me for more information!

Sandi Bauman

530-864-5407

[email protected]

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Happy Clients, Happy Team.

This letter was waiting for me this morning.  It came from a buyer who just closed escrow on her new home.

I am once again reminded how fortunate I am to work with such an amazing, strong group of women.  Our buyer specialists and staff are tireless, strong advocates for our clients.  It is a privilege to be a part of their Team!  Thanks for the exceptional work, ladies.

“Hi Sandi,

It is no surprise that you are the top selling agent for the past year! You have a great team! Tammy and Nicole were so incredibly helpful in seeing me through this sometimes crazy and frequently harrowing loan and purchase. Honestly, I thought it was never going to end with some of the mishaps with the loan company! Tammy was a real pro in every way! She meticulously documented everything! She is very smart that way! Nicole stayed on top of things and the two work so well as a team! Liz diligently sent me clean digital copies of all the documents I needed, which was quite a large number and all the ladies in the office were fabulous, friendly and reassuring!!!

You have a lot to be proud of!!! I have been searching for a year and a half in areas all over Northern California and I spoke with many agents. Tammy and Nicole are by far the most hard-working and consistently POSITIVE!!! What a great asset speaking from the aspect of the bewildered buyer. It took Tammy a very short time to zero in and find what I wanted! I was in a very difficult market with the amount I had to spend (under $100,000)! Yet, I feel that Tammy worked hard and treated me with the same understanding and respect that she would treat the wealthiest of home buyers! Her constant cheerful outlook was so reassuring to me throughout this entire process!!! And as for Nicole, well…. “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree”! She was great!

Please share this information with all those who had a part in the purchase of my home! I don’t want to leave anybody out. You guys are certainly the real deal when it comes to being a team! I never saw anything but an extremely competent, highly professional, well oiled machine as far as the teamwork is concerned. All of that was delicately balanced with a warm interest in me as a customer!!!

Thanks for a truly wonderful experience! I will be sharing with others my experience with the Sandi Bauman Team for a very long time to come!

Best Wishes to the Whole Team!!!

Sincerely,

Carolyn Murray”

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About Debra Stickel

Debra_Solo2Debra has worked in the real estate and lending industry for over the past 20 years where she has gained the knowledge and experience necessary to close a transaction quickly and efficiently. Dedication to her clients to “Exceed Their Expectations” continues to generate more business, satisfied customers and associates each year.  This has gained her a solid reputation in the realtor community, while maintaining the highest level of integrity and professionalism.

She will carefully listen to your wants and needs. With a thorough interview process she will identify the home you are looking for. Coupled with the latest market technology this helps keep you updated when homes that meet that criteria become available. Debra brings experience to each transaction. Along with this comes peace of mind for her clients, who instantly realize that a competent, highly trained professional is handling their real estate transaction.

Superior Service Delivered by a Qualified Professional

Debra Stickel

Buyer Specialist

Direct (530) 828-4430

[email protected]

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Statewide Stats Show that Chico Real Estate Market is Improving!

Chico is showing a 3.3% growth in housing permits.

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Read to sell?

Call Sandi Bauman  530-864-540

#1 Top Producing Chico Listing Agent 2010-2103

#1 Top Producing Butte County Selling Agent 2012-2013

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January 2013 Closings, The Sandi Bauman Team at Chico Homes Real Estate Sales

The Sandi Bauman Team Stats for January

Everybody says January is a slow month for sales. We beg to differ. See below.

Many potential sellers have been waiting for the distressed market to run it’s course, so that property values would stabilize and begin to recover. If you’re one of those homeowners, the Chico real estate market finally has good news for you!  Chico prices have improved by about 5.7% in the past 12 months. Combine that with super low interest rates and reduced inventory, and we might be looking at the exact opportunity that many homeowners have been waiting for.

One of the most important decisions a seller has to make, aside from timing, is which Realtor they should entrust to list, market, and negotiate their property.

What is important to consider when partnering with a professional? Do you need a big box, commercialized brand that feels familiar? Will a fleet of agents working for the company instill a sense of confidence? Should the Realtor have the shiniest car in the lot?  Open houses all weekend?  Is their website the deciding factor?  A snazzy name tag?

The Sandi Bauman Team at Chico Homes is a little non-traditional. Some would say that we buck the system a bit. Truth be told, we kind of like it that way, because it works for us and our clients. Because we think outside the box, our compact team packs a serious punch. With one dedicated listing broker, three committed buyer specialists, and three top notch transaction coordinators, we often out-perform the offices with agent counts of 30 or more. We’ve chosen to focus our skills, streamline our systems, and dedicated ourselves to providing a refined service. Perhaps most importantly, we truly CARE that we are doing the best possible job that we know how to do for our clients.

Ready to list?

Year to date, we’ve outperformed our competiton 3 to 1 on the listing side. It would be our pleasure and privilege to make YOUR story OUR next success story.

Call Top Chico Listing Agent Sandi Bauman! 530-864-5407.

SOLD BUYER OR SELLER PRICE
1. 797 College Hill, Paradise Buyer/Seller $135000
2. 14888 Carnegie, Magalia Seller $54500
3. 4907 O’Donnell, Forest Ranch Buyer/Seller $61000
4. 2139 Ceres, Chico Seller $189900
5. 13617 Lander, Magalia Seller $46000
6. 1194 Gossamer, Chico Seller $194000
7. 950 East, Chico Seller $310000
8. 6397 Zuckerman, Magalia Buyer $74500
9. 6366 Zuckerman, Magalia Seller $67600
10. 1769 Stark, Paradise Buyer/Seller $86000
11. 1201 Palm, Chico Seller $180000
12. 39 River Bluff, Oroville Seller $100000
13. 515 Eden, Paradise Buyer $95000
14. 17184 Manzanita, Sterling City Buyer/Seller $51300
15. 656 E 20th, Chico Buyer $115500
16. 3785 White Springs, Paradise Seller $212900
17. 6165 Some, Magalia Buyer/Seller $73000
18. 741 Gardella, Oroville Seller $72100
19. 5785 Copeland, Paradise Buyer/Seller $61199
20. 680 El Varano, Chico Buyer $160000
NOW PENDING! BUYER OR SELLER LIST PRICE
1. 286 Torry, Oroville Seller $196225
2. 8899 Skyway, Paradise Seller $7490000
3. 9244 Cohasset, Cohasset Seller $89900
4. 14858 Colter, Magalia Seller $109900
5. 196 Vista Del Rio, Gridley Seller $119900
6. 2300 Kennedy, Chico Buyer/Seller $194000
7. 9491 Perkins, Dayton Seller $129900
8. 4520 Lower Wyandotte, Oroville Seller $133500
9. 6366 Zuckerman, Magalia Seller $67600
10. 375 W Lassen #11, Chico Seller $139900
11. 3033 Burnap, Chico Buyer/Seller $139900
12. 5465 Princeton, Paradise Seller $139900
13. 6439 Gregory, Paradise Seller $154900
14. 2 Olympus, Chico Seller $169990
15. 1940 Indiana, Gridley Seller $174900
16. 1919 Feather, Oroville Seller $194900
17. 15 Melrose, Oroville Seller $209900
18. 741 Gardella, Oroville Seller $72100
19. 10 Shari, Chico Seller $244125
20. 449 Sequoyah, Chico Seller $249900
21. 2625 Vistamont, Chico Seller $249900
22. 1114 Nord Chico Buyer $85000
23. 449 Sequoyah, Chico Seller $249900
24. 1481 Filbert, Chico Buyer $190000
25. 20 Wrangler, Chico Buyer $109000
26. 13973 Jarvis, Magalia Buyer $114900
27. 5150 Oak Haven, Chico Buyer $379000
28. 1319 Elliott, Magalia Buyer $197000
29. 5660 Lower Wyandotte, Oroville Buyer $79900
30. 1919 Feather, Oroville Seller $194900
31. 4520 Lower Wyandotte, Oroville Seller $133500
32. 2165 Mariposa, Chico Buyer $159900
33. 3669 Hildale, Oroville Buyer $169900

Our comprehensive online marketing system is proven to get solid results! A couple of our fave sites to expose my listings:

chicorealestatesource.com
chicohomesales.net
searchchicorealestate.com

Call Sandi! 530-864-5407.

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The Shifting Desires of Home Buyers

What does today’s buyer want in a new home?

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, buyers are shifting away from McMansions on sprawling estate-like acreage. Instead, they are looking to downsize into smaller homes, in closer-knit neighborhoods with easier access to area services.

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Ready to begin searching for that perfect Chico home, but haven’t yet partnered with a Realtor? The Sandi Bauman Team! at Chico Homes would consider it a pleasure and a privilege to assist you with the process. Our dynamic team of buyer specialists will offer you highly personalized and professional service every step of the way. Call Sandi 530-864-5407 or email [email protected] to get started!

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Chico Real Estate Inventory is DOWN! List Now.

One question that I usually hear when I’m out on a listing appointment is “How do we know when it’s the right time to list our house?”

2012 Chico active inventory chart

The question becomes even more pointed at this time of the year. Traditional wisdom tells us that the best time to list is in the spring. The flowers are blooming, the grass is green, the birds are chirping…. AND a large number of other Chico sellers will be putting their homes on the market all at once. I’ve never really understood the rationale of putting a new listing on the market based on the time of the year. Historically, the last quarter is always the busiest time for my office. You know, the period that includes Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas? The time of the year that is supposed to be the WORST time to sell a home because buyers are distracted with family, school vacations, shopping and travel. December 2011 was the single highest month for closed sales in my history. December 2012 resulted in over 30 pending sides for our tiny team.

My point is this: I don’t buy into the tradition of listing in the spring. If you’re looking to sell your home in 2013, my advice is to put it on the market as soon as you can get it ready. Interest rates are historically low, and the inventory levels in Chico are leaving a lot of buyers dissatisfied with their options. Inventory is lower now than it has been for the past 12 months. Actually, the last time we had less inventory was July of 2005! Less inventory means less competition for your property!

2010 to 2012 active real estate listings in Chico

Ready to sell? Call Sandi Bauman, the Top Chico Listing Agent for guidance. In 2011, Sandi Bauman and her Team sold more than 170 properties. The average Chico Realtor sold 5. It would be our pleasure and privilege to discuss your unique property. Call 530-864-5407 or email [email protected].

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Chico Is A Seller’s Market!

Historically low interest rates (3-4%) + low inventory = A SELLER’S MARKET.

As of this morning, there are only 153 active single family homes in Chico. Only 34 of those are under $200,000, which is a highly sought after price range. 79 homes sold in December 2012. 22 of those Chico homes sold for under $200k. We only have about 6 weeks of inventory available for buyers, which is considered LOW.

If you’ve been on the fence about putting your property on the market, now might finally be the right time. Lack of inventory in some price ranges is creating multiple offer scenarios on many properties. We’re finding it difficult to get some of our buyers into homes due to the competition with cash offers.

Considering selling? Call Sandi Bauman, the Top Chico Listing Agent for guidance. In 2011, Sandi Bauman and her Team sold more than 170 properties. The average Chico Realtor sold 5. It would be our pleasure and privilege to discuss your unique property. Call 530-864-5407 or email [email protected].

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Are You Under Water On Your Chico Mortgage?

Check out this great audio clip from our friend Danny Salas over at Access Real Estate Lending!

Real Estate Today Radio

or read the related article on Options for Underwater Home Owners

We will help you explore your distressed property options in Chico. We service Butte, Glenn and Tehama Counties! For a confidential consultation with The Sandi Bauman Team short sale negotiators, call 530-864-5407 or email [email protected].

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