Have You Been to the Roseville Utility Exploration Center?

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  The DeMattei Team is out and about once again here in Roseville! Today, we take a look at what activities the Roseville Utility Exploration Center has available for families! 

This week at the center, it's Fix a Leak Week! They have informational material that instructs you on how to test whether you have leaks in your home. You can save money on your water bill and also conserve thousands of gallons of water! It's not only a great educational experience, but a fun one as well! 

There are a number of things you can do at the Roseville Utility Exploration Center. For one, they have a large, beautiful, interactive exhibit to explore. Since the City of Roseville owns its own utilities, the space is funded to share the city's message in a unique way. There are special events, workshops, classes, and even field trips for school kids. 

It's free to come by and take a look at all the great things here, and you only have to pay a small fee for certain special events. For news of upcoming events here at the Utility Exploration Center, keep your eye out for the DeMattei Monthly Newsletter or check out our Facebook page! Or, if you want to be notified directly, you can follow the Roseville Utility Exploration Center on Twitter, Facebook, or sign up for their newsletter! 

You can find the center at 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd, right next to the Riley Library in Mahany Park! As always, if you have any real estate questions, give the DeMattei Team a call or shoot us an email. We would love to hear from you!

What Do Rising Mortgage Rates Mean for You?

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Today's blog comes to you from Big Valley Mortgage, the preferred lenders of the DeMattei Team. We're pleased that our good friend, Marc Brinitzer, is here to give us a quick update on the state of the mortgage market!

In the last week or two, rates have been getting better. This is largely because the European central banks have been easing credit. They're injecting about one trillion dollars into the eurozone in an effort to boost the various economies there. Many investors have elected to come to the US because US treasuries are yielding higher amounts, which has effectively lowered our rates a bit.

This means that conventional interest rates are hovering around 4%, and FHA and VA rates are between 3.5% and 4%. According to recent economic reports, job growth has been steady, and lower gas prices have increased the spending power of most consumers. All of this bodes well for the US economy, but there is a constant fear that the Fed will be raising interest rates soon. No one is certain, but it's generally expected that rates will rise sometime this summer.

If you have any questions about the mortgage market, you can reach Marc at (916) 761-3760. For your real estate needs, give us a call or shoot us an email at any time. We would love to help you take advantage of these low rates while they're still around.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

How Can You Sell Your Sacramento Home for More Money?

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With the busy spring market just around the corner, there is no better time to start preparing your home for the market. Today, we share 5 tips to help you sell your home fast and for more money!

1. Clean, clean, clean: A clean home sends a powerful message to the buyer that the home was taken care of and was loved by its owners. It's obvious: buyers love clean homes! 
2. Paint: Adding a layer or two of paint is the easiest AND the least expensive thing you can do to add value to your home and help your home stand out to buyers. If you don't want to paint the entire home, consider at least painting the trim to help it stand out.
3. Landscape: The first thing buyers look at when driving by homes is the landscaping. You need to make sure the plants and grass are trimmed and look nice. Fresh mulch and flowers will also go a long way toward making your home look incredible. 
4. Stage: Having your home staged really helps the home show well. Since you're going to be moving anyway, thin things out, declutter, and pack things up! When staging, the most important rooms are the master bedroom, kitchen, bathrooms, and main living areas.
5. Market: When we list your home, our goal is to expose your home to every single potential buyer that's out there. The more buyers we have, the more excitement we can generate. As a result, you will likely receive multiple offers on your property!     

If you would like additional tips to help you get more for your home in less time, give us a call or shoot us a quick email. We would love to help you take advantage of the spring market here in Sacramento!