Cameron Park

Burke's Junction Train Station opens August 21-All the towns a buzz!

2010-08-08T13:34:00.000-07:00

Burke Junction Train scheduled to return to active duty August 21! Cameron Park News

This is News! Who doesn't like those old time Steam engines?! Well, this 30-gauge amusement is scheduled to return to active duty August 21st! (photo to be downloaded soon) Many of us residents are hoping this is the last attraction that is needed to make Burke's Junction thrive. Stop in, there really are some great shops and restaurants in the junction. Trust me, it will be worth your time...especially starting the 21st! Don't miss the event to unveil the ChooChoo! The town "Ho Down for Humanity" as they are calling it-will benefit Habitat for Humanity. There will be a BBQ rib showdown, a Country Music concert-featuring "Crossman Connection" an auction, raffle and a street party! WOO HOO.

Come and check it out: on Coach Lane, next to the Safeway Center 4-10PM. Cost $25> in advance and $30. at the door. More info 916-425-8456 or HTTP://edchabitat.com/events/present-events/ho-down

For this and all the nes in Cameron Park-contact your resident Realtor, Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI, Broker Associate, Real Estate Counselor, Toll Free 866-333-6333, HTTP://www.wendimae.com and for even more Community News and all the "Buzz" of Cameron Park-check out the Community website at: HTTP://www.mycameronpark.com

Summer camp in Cameron Park

2010-07-17T14:38:00.000-07:00

Want to know about Cameron Park's Kidz Camps? The three age groups are the Mini Explorers 3 to 5 years of age. The Junior Explorers 6- 10 years, and The Explorers 11-13 years of age. The camps are at teh Community Center and at the lake. Monday thru Friday 8AM-12Noon. Check out thie following link for this and all the other fun things to do at our Community Center! www.cameronpark.org/misc_pdfs/recreation_guide.pdf For this and any other news in Cameron Park-Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI is your Neighborhood resource! Broker Associate Connect Realty.com, INC. Toll Free 866-333-6333 or 530-676-4447 www.wendimae.com or email wendimae@wendimae.com

Close the Tap on water waste!

2010-06-21T18:39:00.000-07:00

Yeah, I know-I blog alot on "Green Subjects" and on conservation-in general...I just feel these things can't be ignored. There are some Actions you too, can take to practice sensible, year-round water conservation-check it out:

-Water outside, only when necessary

-Sweep, don't wash paved areas

-Repair leaky faucets-you will be amazed how much water you will save

-Don't run the water until it is cold enough to drink-keep a jug in the fridge.

-Don't dawdle in the Shower.

-Wash when your dishwasher and clothes washer are full-ONLY.

-Don't run water while brushing teeth, shaving, peeling vegetables, or washing dishes by hand.

The California Urban Water Conservation Council's website contains tips for maintenance, leak detection, and repair, along with loads of useful facts and cost-benefit analysis. To find out more, head to their website at HTTP://www/h2house.org/action Take action today!

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI Broker Associate/Real Estate Counselor for Connect Realty.com, INC Toll free 866-333-6333 or direct 530-676-4447 wendimae@wendimae.com HTTP://www.wendimae.com

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Fireworks in Cameron Park-Our Summer Spectacular!

2010-06-17T17:15:00.000-07:00

Fireworks are coming back to Cameron Park-It's the Summer Spectacular! (edit/delete)

Don't miss out! The most popular event in Cameron Park...this is the 11th Annual Summer spectular event, coming to Cameron Park Lake off Cambridge Road, this July 3rd. The Community Services District is the provider of the firework show-which always has been, just as the name says..."Spectacular!" Be sure to get there early, it is a day full of activity that you truly do not want to miss. parking can be interesting- because of the Residents' right to their street parking areas, so often these areas are blocked off by the CSD. Last year there were more than 8 thousand people that took part in, and enjoyed the food, crafts, musical entertainment, and more. Some even got to meet many of the neighborhood Fireman-and were also able to take a free CPR class! This is a ticketed event-you can get them at the Food for Less in Cameron Park, beginning July 1st...you will want to do this, to avoid the lines at the gate. $3.00 in advance, or $5.00 at the gate. Children 10 years and younger, are FREE! This year they have 3 bands-that are favorites of the El Dorado County folk-Steelin' Dan, Late for Dinner and the Gun shy band! That alone is worth the ticket price! The festivities begin at 3P.M.-don't forget-get there early!

For this, and any other information you need on our fine town of Cameron Park-call your Resident Realtor, and sponsor/provider of the Community website: HTTP://www.mycameronpark.com Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI, Broker Associate for connect Realty.com Inc. Toll Free 866-333-6333 or local 530-676-4447 email: www.wendimae@wendimae.com Personal website: HTTP://www.wendimae.com we look forward to hearing from you!

Now...Cameron Park does have it all!

2010-06-17T17:09:00.000-07:00

Now you can sit back and relax at Cornerstone Books & Coffee. Not just a book store, and not just any ol' coffee shop either. I just stopped in and Met Regina Glass, the owner, and her staff. What a friendly group-ready to serve, and provide a relaxing and comfortable time to your day! Just opened this month. Stop in, say "Hi" and welcome Regina to the Community...I trust you will be glad you did! Other yummy items and beverages also available...

In the Safeway shopping Center located at 3392 Coach Lane off of Cameron Park Drive

Open 6AM to 8 PM Monday thru Saturday.

For this and all other "breaking news" check out HTTP://www.mycameronpark.com or call your resident Realtor-

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI, Broker Associate, Real Estate Counselor, Connect Realty.com, Inc. 530-676-4447 wendimae@wendimae.com HTTP://wendimae.com

Craig 4 Sheriff in Cameron Park/El Dorado County!

2010-06-04T07:55:00.001-07:00

Yes-that's what I said ,Craig Therkildson for Sheriff! Be sure to cast your vote this June 8th. Endorsed by previous County Sheriff Jeff Neves, myself-your Resident Realtor, and Neighborhood specialist-as well as the majority of our County ( I assume! that is, if they know what is good for them!) I have been to several town hall meetings the past few months, and have met Craig and his wife Polly, both at his fundraiser dinner at Papa Giani's here in town, as well as at Oak Ridge high school-just last night. I have weighed the differences and, in some cases- the similarities of all the men running for the position. I have heard them all speek many times-and have talked to others in the Department that have worked with Craig and whom know the other candidates, as well. I know what I am saying, when I tell you that your vote is safe with Craig. As your neighborhood representative-and someone who not only sells homes in our community-but whom sells "our Community", and on a regular basis-

I know what it means to have the right person running our County Department. Be sure to check out his personal website at: http://www.craig4sheriff.com/ and, don't forget to cast your vote this June 8th! For anything you may wish to know about Cameron Park, or any other town in our fine County-call your neighborhood representative-

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,

Broker Associate Connect Realty,

Real Estate Counselor

Toll Free 866-333-6333 530-676-4447 mailto:wendimae@wendimae.com http://www.wendimae.com/ We look forward to getting to know you!

The Cost Gap Narrows

2010-05-22T14:13:00.000-07:00

Thinking of buying a home? Consider this: The gap between monthly rents and mortgage payments is at its lowest level in almost 20 years.
In some markets, the difference can be less than $100, according to a national study conducted for The Associated Press by Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services.
The study, part of a week-long look at homeownership by the AP, found years of falling home prices and low interest rates have created the ultimate buyer's market. But while buying a home is more affordable, it isn't necessarily easier.
Tougher lending standards have made it harder to qualify for a home loan, and unemployment is at 9.7 percent. Tax incentives for homebuyers will expire April 30, and interest rates are expected to increase this year.
"Statistically, it's a great time to buy," said Hessam Nadji, managing director of Marcus & Millichap. "Psychologically, the consumer doesn't feel like it's a great time to buy."
The analysis of 45 metro areas found the difference between the monthly mortgage payment on a median-priced home and the median rent is down to $256. The last time that gap was anywhere near that small was in 1993 when it fell to $264, according to the study.
Marcus & Millichap used median prices for the last three months of 2009 and calculated mortgage payments by assuming a 10 percent down payment and a 30-year fixed loan at 5.07 percent, among other factors. It also assumed borrowers.

Let Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI Resident Realtor for Connect Realty.com, INC., be your resource-phone us today Toll Free 866-333-6333 or direct at 530-676-4447 also wendimae@wendimae.com or check out her personal website at: http://www.wendimae.com/

Making Cameron Park a Better Place to Lve...

2010-05-13T10:17:00.001-07:00

Group Aims High to define our Community's identity, and are in the beginning stages of doing just that...through the creation of Plan 2030...read on-

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Cameron probably never did dream their Town would look like it does now. An airpark, a Country Club, Community Center, Private Lake and thousands of family homes comprising what one resident used to call

"The real leave it to Beaver town". These amenities, as previously listed, and more-create the "Special place to live" as the entry sign to our fine town states. It is our Town's motto. In January a group of concerned residents, determined to have a voice in the future of their community, set out to define a vision for CP in 2030. They are hosting "create a vision"-a workshop that will offer residents a voice in the future of their town. May 17th at 6:30 PM at the Community Center on Country Club Drive. residents, and business owners, alike-should attend this meeting.

The Review Committee is an adjunct to Cameron Park's design review committee. For more details on this-or for any other infomation you might want or need in Cameron Park-THe group has their own BLOG set up at http://cameronparkvision.blog.com/ so be sure to log in and let your voice be heard!

Contact you local resource and Resident Realtor: Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI, Broker Associate/Real Estate Counselor for Connect Realty at :

530-676-4447, or toll free 866-333-6333 or via email wendimae@wendimae .com and be sure to visit her personal website at:

HTTP://www.wendimae@wendimae.com also or anything you could ever want to know about our fine town-also check out the community website at:

http://www.mycameronpark.com/ We look forward to hearing from you-and to being your resource for all your needs...

There is soon to be a new Sheriff in Town!

2010-04-27T15:22:00.001-07:00

There is soon to be a new Sheriff in El Dorado County-Know the Candidates

Last Tuesday the El Dorado Hills Communty Center was the meeting place for all those interested, to come and meet the Candidates for County Sheriff. Also to hear what they had to say-about why they are running for County Sheriff-and what they will do while they hold the position.

There will be 3 to 4 more Town Hall meetings between now and the June 5th election Day. Be sure to check out your Candidates personal website or the Mountain Democrat (and Life papers) for the next scheduled event-near you. Here is a photo taken during the interviews at El Dorado Hills Community Center- The Candidates are:

Craig Therkildsen http://craig4sheriff.com/

"Protecting your safety" "You, Your family, Your property. In these difficult economic times, my experience will help make this happen."

George Nielsen http://www.georgenielsen4sheriff.com/

"Community Leadership for the Future"

John D'Agostini http://www.johndagostini.com/

"Leadership that Listens"

Bob Luca http://www.luca4sheriff.com/
"Proven Leadership for tough times"

Ernie Hillman http://www.erniehillman.com/
"Proven Leadeship We can trust"

Larry Hennick No website address given "Larry has the knowledge, training, experience and leadership to be our next leader of the Sheriff's department"

Check them out-You need to be involved with who will lead your Police Department. It is an important decision-and an important Vote. If you need a voter registration card-or any information on El Dorado County-and cities within, call me anytime:

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,
Broker Associate, Real Estate Counselor.
23 Year Veteran in the field!
Toll Free 866-333-6333 or
wendimae@wendimae.com
Resume' and references and many other resources and facts can be found at: http://www.wendimae.com/

Cameron Park Avenue-Road Way/Exit-to get a facelift? Check this out!

2010-04-13T08:26:00.001-07:00

Just what the exit at both East and Westbound directions need...an "Interchange"-look at this!
It is properly referred to as the "Diverging Diamond". The Nation's first, is in Springfield Mo., just built last year. It only cost $3 Million Dollars. You would shutter to know the numbers DOT has been reviewing for projects that have previously been proposed-for this same location. The problem? GO figure...it is not currently a design approved by Caltrans...so, this will take awhile to come to fruition. If it does. It looks like a great idea to me!

For more information on what is going on in Cameron Park,

check out my Community website http://www.mycameronpark.com/

or my personal website http://www.wendimae.com/
Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,

Broker Associate for Connect Realty.com, INC,

Real Estate Counselor
Toll Free 866-333-6333

Discover Italian food at It's finest...at Papa Gianni's in Cameron Park!

2010-04-07T10:29:00.000-07:00

All you will have to do is bring an appetite! Everything I have ordered, has been mouth watering-delicioso! Located at 3450 Palmer Drive in the Raley's Shopping Center. they are not open on Mondays-however, you can enjoy their fine meals, any other day of the week. Papa Gianni's has garnered quite a following over the years with penne-loving patrons from all over-stopping by the neighborhood establishment. The warm familial dining room is often quite full, and their counter also full of carry-out orders. By the way, they happen to have a great wine list too! The popularity of the place, combined with the absolutely delicious smelling wafts of garlic bread in the air, will excite you for the Italian feast to come! I think I am going to have to go there tonight!

For this, and any other information on our fine town-call your Cameron Park resource-
Resident Realtor-Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,
Broker Associate for Connect Realty.com, INC.
Toll Free 866-333-6333 or 530-676-4447
http://www.mycameronpark.com for local news and events or
check out Wendi-Mae's personal website at http://www.wendimae.com
We look forward to your visit!

Over 55 years of age? Proposition 90 is coming to El Dorado County-Part 2

2009-12-19T14:48:00.001-08:00

Well then...move here to Cameron Park! "A special place to live"

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Over 55 years of age? Proposition 90 IS coming to Cameron Park and El Dorado county-Part 2 (edit/delete)
OVER 55? CALIFORNIA PROPERTY TAX RELIEF
Since its passage, Proposition 13 prohibits property tax increases until property ownership is changed.
If either spouse is over age 55 (when the old home is sold), PROP 60 allows replacement of a primary residence with a new home of equal or lesser value (but see below) within the same county and transfer of the Prop 13 assessed valuation from the old home to the new property. This is allowed once in your lifetime, and a spouse who has done it before 'taints' both spouses.
PROP 90 allows counties to elect to accept transfers of Prop 13 values for moves from other counties when a primary residence is replaced with a less expensive (but see below) home. If you are over 55 and move into a county which accepts Prop 90, you may take your old, lower Prop 13 value, regardless of from which county you move.
Using Prop 90, you can sell your $400,000 San Francisco home [assessed value $80,000] and move to a new $300,000 home in San Mateo; the new San Mateo assessed value will be $80,000!

7 COUNTIES WHICH ACCEPT PROP 90 (Current as of 6/1/2008)
Alameda, Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Ventura. [Contra Costa, Inyo, Kern, Riverside, Modoc, Monterey, and Marin have dropped out of the Prop 90 program.]
Props 60 and 90 apply if you "trade down" (i.e. the new home costs less than the sales price of the old home).
> If you buy New Home 1st; then sell the Old Home, you must go down in price.
> If you sell the Old Home1st; then buy the New Home:
In 1st 365 days after the sale of Old Home, you may go up 5% in the purchase price of New Home.
If you buy New Home more than 1 year from the sale of Old Home, but less than 2 years, you may go up 10%.
Some buyers can pay the commission outside of escrow to lower to sales price. Example: I sold for $100,000 and then want to buy next week for $120,000. The seller will owe a commission of $7,200. The seller will owe $2,800 of other expenses
I sold 1st so I must buy for no more than $105,000. If I pay the seller's expenses of $10,000, the price is down to $110,000. Hmm. If I buy the stove, refrigerator, and lawn furniture for $6,000, it looks like I qualify. WARNING: I do not suggest this is a valid idea.
On Thursday December 10th, Our Board of Supervisors decided 5-0 in favor of adopting Proposition 90-
The new Proposition does not go in to affect until Either 2/14 or 2/15 of 2010. Date to be be solidified Tuesday the 15th of this month. The 60 day waiting period is to do with the County Assessor-to set up the process/system in which they will be charging each Transferee $500. for the transfer. One must close escrow after 2/15/2010. This will change the outlook in our County in a very positive way. When real estate prices began to fall and property owners began their requests for reassessments-of course to lower values-this of course resulted in lower tax revenues to the County. How does EDC put a stop to the continued reduction of RE values/revenue? Prop 90 is just the answer.

For any and all information on Real Estate in Cameron Park, and in El Dorado County proper-contact your resident Realtor and real estate Counselor,

Wendi-Mae Davis Toll free 866-333-6333 or

wendimae@wendimae.com and you may want to check out her personal website at http://www.wendimae.com/ also check out the community website at http://www.mycameronpark.comLet's talk!

Giving Sellers the Green light

2009-12-08T18:24:00.000-08:00

Wendi-Mae is keeping it real, and keeping it Green...Now it is your turn! How do you start protecting your environment, without spending money-rather by saving it? Glad you asked-here's how:
An inexpensive way to start helping to save your environment, locally- buy CFL's "Compact Flourescent Light" Bulbs. They use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs, and last 6-10 times longer. You'll save energy and mney and contribute to global climate change. Protect the environment of today, and tomorrow-by changing a light! For any and all Real Estate information you may need for all of Santa Clara County, El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramanto Counties-call your neighborhood specialist/Team-

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,
Broker Associate Connect Realty,
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Real Estate counselor.
22 years of full time service to the Community
Toll Free 866-333-6333
Personal website
http://www.blogger.com/www.wendimae.com or email her
at wendimae@wendimae.com
She looks forward to the opportunity of assisting you in your quest!

Preventive Health in Cameron Park

2009-11-29T15:45:00.000-08:00

The Cameron Park Community Center may not be the location that you typically think of for administering lifesaving screenings. However, on Tuesday December 15th, 2009, the nation's leader in Community-based preventive health screenings will be coming to your neighborhood Over 5 Million people have participated in Life Line Screening's Ultrasound screenings that can determine your risk for stroke caused by carotid artery disease, abdominal aortic aneurysms and other vascular diseases. Cardiovascular disease in the #1 killer in the US of both men and woman-and a leading cause of permanent disability.

A package of four painless Stroke, Vascular Disease and Heart rhythm screenings cost only $139. Your physicians likely haven't ordered these tests for you-because Insurance doesn't allow for it. Unless you have the symptoms. You don't want to find out, that once you have the symptoms-that it is already be too late-CATCH IT FIRST!!!.
"Ultrasound screenings have proven to be accurate in detecting vascular didease prior to active warning signs and before a major medical incident such as stroke or sudden death from aneurysm rupture." Society for Vascular Surgery

You must register prior to the event. http://www.lifelinescreening.com/

THe Power of Prevention-

They have preventive screenings available coast to coast. Tell your friends, family, neighbors...You just may save a life. 1-800-395-1801 They are only here for one day-so don't miss the excellent opportunity to be proactive with your own life and Health, and promote a healthy way of life by telling those close to you...you will be glad you did it!
For any information you might want or need on a Particular neighborhood near you-Wendi-Mae is your neighborhood /Resident specialist. Check out Your Community website, brought to you by Wendi-Mae and her team-at: http://www.mycameronpark.com/ and be sure to check out her resume' and other important information at http://www.wendimae.com/ you can also reach her Toll Free 866-333-6333 or by email wendimae@wendimae.com 22 years of full time Real Estate experience. Director of the California Association of Realtors, Graduate of the Realtor Institute of California, Broker Associate Connect Realty, Real Estate Counselor, Certified Residential Specialist. Exceeding Expectations-that is what she does.

Mira Loma Cafe' in Cameron Park

2009-11-24T16:30:00.001-08:00

If you want the best coffee and something quick to go along with it-Stop in when you visit our fine town! Make sure to say Hello to Rachel too! They have two great specials each week...Tuesday is Terriaki Bowl day and Friday is their Famous Tri-tip day! located at :

3161 Cameron Park Drive, (Across from The Airpark) 530-676-5282. She has soups, salads, veggie & other wraps, sandwiches, (also Grilled Panini's-YUM) as well as Breakfast burritos, and other gourmet breakfast items. Treat yourself this week!

For any and all information you might need...give the resident specialist a call,

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,

Broker Associate Connect Realty,

Real Estate Counselor,

Director of the California Association of Realtors.

Toll Free 866-333-6333 local 530-676-4447

wendimae@wendimae.com You will want to also check out her Community website at http://www.mycameronpark.com/ and us, at our personal site

http://www.wendimae.com/ We look forward to the possibility of assisting you in your quest!

Alternative & Traditional Medicine

2009-11-21T14:12:00.001-08:00

We have shown that you don't have to leave Cameron Park-to get what it is that you need-adding to that truth-We Now have a Center for Functional and Intregrative Medicine. Natural Therapies and Treatments:
TCM & Acupuncture, Hypertenstion & Diabetes, High Cholesterol,Hormone Balancing, Autoimmune Diseases, Food Sensitivities/Allergies, Management of Chronic Disease, Stress and Anxiety, Metabolic Syndrome/Obesity, Thyroid and Adrenal Dysfunction, Chronic Fatigue/Fibromyalgia, Lifestyle and Prevention.

Mark Holthouse, M.D. is Board Certified in Family and Alternative Medicine

Marc Fierro, L.Ac., PA-C is Acupuncturist

Susan Caffery, FNP

Cindy Swan is Lifestyle Coach

Located at: 3104 Ponte Morino Drive, Ste. 110 Cameon Park, CA 95682 530-676-1003 http://www.cfim1.com/

For any and all information on Cameron Park-Wendi-Mae is your neighborhood specialist. Check out her community website at http://www.cameronpark.com/ or her personal website at http://www.wendimae.com/ She can also be reached Toll Free 866-333-6333 or via email at wendimae@wendimae.com

Changing the outlook of El Dorado Counties near future

2009-11-19T14:26:00.001-08:00

OVER 55? CALIFORNIA PROPERTY TAX RELIEF Since its passage, Proposition 13 prohibits property tax increases until property ownership is changed. If either spouse is over age 55 (when the old home is sold), PROP 60 allows replacement of a primary residence with a new home of equal or lesser value (but see below) within the same county and transfer of the Prop 13 assessed valuation from the old home to the new property. This is allowed once in your lifetime, and a spouse who has done it before 'taints' both spouses. PROP 90 allows counties to elect to accept transfers of Prop 13 values for moves from other counties when a primary residence is replaced with a less expensive (but see below) home. If you are over 55 and move into a county which accepts Prop 90, you may take your old, lower Prop 13 value, regardless of from which county you move. Using Prop 90, you can sell your $400,000 San Francisco home [assessed value $80,000] and move to a new $300,000 home in San Mateo; the new San Mateo assessed value will be $80,000!

7 COUNTIES WHICH ACCEPT PROP 90 (Current as of 6/1/2008) Alameda, Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Ventura. [Contra Costa, Inyo, Kern, Riverside, Modoc, Monterey, and Marin have dropped out of the Prop 90 program.] Props 60 and 90 apply if you "trade down" (i.e. the new home costs less than the sales price of the old home). > If you buy New Home 1st; then sell the Old Home, you must go down in price. > If you sell the Old Home1st; then buy the New Home: In 1st 365 days after the sale of Old Home, you may go up 5% in the purchase price of New Home. If you buy New Home more than 1 year from the sale of Old Home, but less than 2 years, you may go up 10%. Some buyers can pay the commission outside of escrow to lower to sales price. Example: I sold for $100,000 and then want to buy next week for $120,000. The seller will owe a commission of $7,200. The seller will owe $2,800 of other expenses I sold 1st so I must buy for no more than $105,000. If I pay the seller's expenses of $10,000, the price is down to $110,000. Hmm. If I buy the stove, refrigerator, and lawn furniture for $6,000, it looks like I qualify. WARNING: I do not suggest this is a valid idea. Our Board of Supervisors will take this to vote in January of 2010-likely to be in affect immediately thereafter, or by February, as our sources have been told. This will change the outlook in our County in a very positive way.When real estate prices began to fall and property owners began their requests for reassessments-of course to lower values-this of course resulted in lower tax revenues to the County. How does EDC put a stop to the continued reduction of RE values/revenue? Prop 90 is just the answer.

For any and all information on Real Estate in Cameron Park, and in El Dorado County proper-contact your resident Realtor and real estate Counselor, Wendi-Mae Davis
Toll free 866-333-6333 or
wendimae@wendimae.com and you may want to check out her personal website at http://www.wendimae.com/ or through her community website at: http://www.mycameronpark.com Let's talk!

Did someone say sushi? It isn't just about being a great place to live in Cameron Park!

2009-11-19T13:20:00.001-08:00

You want an awesome Sushi meal? with the best service posible? and at a great location? Then Kobe' Sushi in Cameron Park is for you. THis is a 5 star restaurant in my book-inviting sushi bar, room for banquets, you name it!
For more information on places to visit in our fine town, contact your resident Realtor specialist-
Wendi-Mae Davis, Broker Associate for Connect Realty, Real estate Counselor and owner of the Community website http://ww.mycameronpark.com/ you can also check her out on her own personal website at: http://www.wendimae.com/ or call her anytime, toll free 866-333-6333 Wendi-Mae and her team look forward to speaking with you soon-they will take you on a tour of the town!

Dual Paned Windows and Using your Federal Tax credit

2009-10-27T12:07:00.000-07:00

Are old windows a luxury you can afford? Well, Use your Federal Tax credit!

When you were looking for your current home, you had two lists in your head: a list of needs and a list of wants. In all liklihood, windows weren't on either list because you assume that every house has them. Windows, like doors, are a given. Or are they? Some describe windows as a luxury. While a door is essential in even the most primitive house, "windows are a refinement, an amenity that makes a place more livable." Through the centuries, windows have grown in size and improved in technology, but the problem of energy loss has gotten more complex. The heat lost in residential and commercial blds. in 1990 cost the U.S. $20 Billion alone. If you have old frame, aluminum framed, single paned windows, or even double paned windows with leaky seals, your home is part of that statistic. Up to 40% of your personal heating and cooling dollars are literally going out the window. When you begin the process of replacing your windows-Start with looking for a Brand that meets the ENERGY STAR (trademark)requirements. One such Brand is Milgard-and specifically there Smart Touch Brand-locking system design. It is the only window lock on the market that meets the Arthritis Foundation's Ease-of-Use commendation. They are backed by a lifetime warranty and Exceed California's rigorous code/s.With the added Federal tax credit thru Oct. 30th of $1500., and Milgards $750. rebate, what are you waiting for? Remodeling Magazine reports a return on investment is 99.2%.If you should desire more information-feel free to give me a call:

Wendi-Mae Davis,
Broker Associate Connect Realty,
Real estate Counselor,
Director of the California Association of Realtors.
Toll Free 866-333-6333,
wendimae@wendimae.com or check out my personal website at:
http://www.wendimae.com/Also check out our Community webite at http://www.mycameronpark.com/

Solar Energy, Solar Panel Systems-Start putting money back in your pocket.

2009-10-04T18:09:00.000-07:00

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy can put your hard earned dollars, back in your pocket.

PhotoVoltaics: Basic Design Principles and components

If you are thinking of generating your own electricity, you should consider a PhotoVoltaic (PV) system-a way to genereate electricity by using evergy from the sun. These systems have several advantages:They are cost-effective alternatives in areas where extending a utility power line is very expensive;they have no moving parts and require little maintenance;and they produce electricity without polluting the environment.

A couple of nearby solar panel companies are Sacramento Solar Panels http://www.recsolar.com/ and Evergreen Solar-made in the USA25 year Warranty-36 yers in Solar http://www.suneiec.com/
Hundreds of cost-effective applications for PV systems have been developed. In the United States, PV systems must have unobstructed Southern exposure. Where you live, will determine the number of PV modules you will need. In addition to the PV modules, you will need to purchase balance-of-system (BOS) equipment. The National Electric Code cntains provisions and requirements for PV systems.
For online Renewable Energy Information go to http://www.eren.doe.gov/ and http://www.nrel.gov/
For more information-or for the packet made available by PG & E, email me at wendimae@wendimae.com or visit me at http://www.wendimae.com/ you may also call me toll free at 866-333-6333
Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI-Broker Associate, Real Estate Counselor, Connect Realty

It isn't just about the Real Estate...what about the Wine?

2009-08-19T16:05:00.000-07:00

El Dorado Wine Country-Wine making at a higher level...easy to reach, difficult to leave! El Dorado is located in California's scenic Gold Country, in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. One can visit, and taste year-round. Enjoy special winery events throught the year, including barrel tastings, bottling parties, decadent dessert and wine pairings, and a variety of wine club affairs. Many of the wineries, don't charge to taste either! Yummy! We often have Client events in one of the many wonderful venues in this beautiful Country location.
For a list of all wineries and visitor information: visit HTTP://www.eldoradowines.org
Sacramento to Placerville: 38 Miles
San Francisco to Placerville: 115 Miles
Napa to Placerville: 87 Miles
South Lake Tahoe to Placerville: 46 Miles
A trip, worth taking.

For more information, contact your Neighborhood Realtor,

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,
Broker Asssociate for Connect Realty.com, INC.
HTTP://www.wendimae.com email me at:wendimae@wendimae.com or call us
Toll free 866-333-6333-
we look forward to assisting you with all your Real Estate needs.
We are full service Residential Real Estate Brokerage-complete with Counseling services available.

Be Firewise...Wildfire preparedness for your home and Pets

2009-07-29T14:54:00.000-07:00

Hope it never happens to you...For an information intense Packet on Fire Preparedness-The National Firewise Communities Program provides wildland/Urban interface resources for Firefighter safety, Community Planning, Landscaping, Construction, and maintenance to protect people, their pets, their property-and natural resources from Wildfire. More information is available from the firewise website at: http://www.firewise.org A helpful checklist, and good place to start:1) Home ignition Zone-Begin with at least 30 ft of space immediately around the home and extending out as far as 100-200 feet.2) Lean, Clean, and Green landscaping-With firewise landscaping, you can create a survivable space around your home that reduces the threat significantly.3) Fire-resistant roof construction-self explantory.4) Fire resistant attachments-include any structure connected to your home, suck as decks, porches, or fences. If they are attached and are not fire resistant, then the home as a whole is vulnerable to ignition.ood w/legible & clearly marked5) Fire-resistant construction-Wall materials that resist heat and flames include brick, cement, plaster, stucco, and concrete masonry. Tempered and double-pane glass windows can make a home more resistant to wildfire and flames. Why? Firebrands (embers) collect in small nooks and crannies and ignite combustible materials...6) A disaster Plan-The time to plan for any emergency is prior to the event. Discuss this with your family, and have emergency numbers close by-and in a visible place. Leave before it is too late. Decide where you will go, and how you will get there. Have tools available, such as a shovel, rake, axe, handsaw, or a chainsaw. Maintain an emergency water source too. Have plans for your pets, practice family fire drills.7) Emergency Access-Identify your home and N'hood w/clearly marked streets and names and numbers. Your driveway should be at least 13 feet wide, with a verticle clearance of 15 feet and a slope no more than 5 percent for emergency vehicles...Provided to you by:
Wendi-Mae Davis, ABR, CRS, GRI.
Broker Associate/Real Estate Counselor
Connect Realty.com, INC.
Toll Free 866-333-6333
http://www.wendimae.com
wendimae@wendimae.com
I look forward to the possibility od assisting you in your quest!

Green Building photos and websites

2009-05-20T14:26:00.001-07:00

As with every other topic one might wish to explore on the web...where do you start? When it comes to "Green" building, and/or what to furnish your home with, to be most "green" and environmentally concious...here are two sites that I have found to be most helpful on the subject.
http://www.earth911.org and http://www.energystar.gov What a great way to both save money, and save our environment for our children...

Should you like any for direction on the subject, please feel free to contact me:
Wendi-Mae Davis, ABR, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate/Real Estate Counselor
Director of the California Association of Realtors
wendimae@wendimae.com
http://www.wendimae.com
Toll Free 866-333-6333

Green Tip of the month-For your new garden/Lawn

2009-04-23T09:33:00.001-07:00

Brought to you from the California Association of Realtors...C.A.R. Green Tip of the Week: More drought tips Californians may face water rationing this summer. In response, the California Landscape Contractors Association has provided tips for use by homeowners and businesses.
. Do not use high nitrogen fertilizers during a drought. They encourage growth but the plants will need more water.. Heavily mulch all flower and soil beds. Mulch helps keep water in the soil. Do not use rocks/gravel because they add heat to the soil and moisture evaporates faster.. Mow grass higher to promote deeper root growth and hold more moisture. Aerate the lawn and fill the holes with compost so the water can infiltrate deeper.For more green real-estate-related tips and discussion, visit C.A.R.’s green blog (http://blogs.car.org/) and C.A.R.’s Green Web site (http://green.car.org/).

Or, contact Wendi-Mae Davis-one of your leaders in saving the Environment!

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate/Real Estate Counselor
Connect Realty.com, INC.
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Toll Free 866-333-6333
http://www.wendimae.com
www.wendimae@wendimae.com

Unique Homes...

2009-04-06T12:17:00.000-07:00

What makes a home Unique...share your photos and thoughts with us. From hunting Lodges to unusual architectural designs to Historic Homes...We have found that Unique properties offer special rewards, and challenges. Read on...there's no "one size fits all" with "Unique" Properties...especially when it comes to selling one-you certainly do need to find another person whom shares the "same point of view" :) We want to hear you thoughts, and see your photos/examples...please leave a comment!

Wendi-Mae Davis, ABR, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate/Real Estate Counselor
Connect Realty.com, Inc.
Toll Free 866-333-6333
http://www.wendimae.com/
wendimae@wendimae.com

It's time we all give back to our Communities!

2009-03-28T10:45:00.000-07:00

Don't you agree? It doesn't always take money...in fact, it rarely does. It just takes a little time, show your Community that you care. Help grow your Community-make it YOUR Community...tell me what you think. Suggestions?

Wendi-Mae Davis
Broker Associate
Connect Realty.com, Inc.
http://www.wendimae.com
www.mycameronpark.com
Toll Free 866-333-6333

How to buy a "Green" home

2008-06-26T10:28:00.000-07:00

So...you have decided to join the fast-growing trend of eco-friendly living and want to purchase a green home. As with so many "Green" products currently available, from organic milk to hybrid cars, it's tough to know if the house you'dl ike to buy is good for the environment. So how do you determine what makes a house green? Going Green-Where to start: The first step is ensuring that the house is built to standard. Find out if the builder is a member of his or her local home-building association's green building program.

A good resource for this information is the National Association of Home Builders website http://www.nahb.org the site also features an outline of new home building green standards, which include: energy, water, and resource efficiency; lot and site developement; indoor air quality; global impact; and homeowner education.

Another source of good information is Home Depot's eco-friendly product guide http://www.homedepot.com/ecooptions Buying eco-friendly products is a growing trend with no end in site.

For more information on this, and any other Home buying or selling topic, contact:
Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate/Connect Realty
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Toll Free 866-333-6333
wendmae@wendimae.com
http://www.wendimae.com

Why do you need a Realtor?

2008-06-25T13:34:00.001-07:00

Buying or selling a home, or buying investment Property-is one of the most important things one does in their lifetime...other than marriage or having children.

Why wouldn't you want a Professional working right beside you?

In this Supercharged marketplace, you need more than just a Realtor. You need a professional with the unique training and know-how to create opportunities, and identify potential pitfalls up front, and make your home buying experience an unqualified success.

You need a Certified Residential Specialist. A Specialist gives you Exposure, Professionalism, Financing Expertise and Connections, Pricing and Market Knowledge, Negotiaion skills, Advice, Protection, Not to mention Knowledge of Real Estate Law.

Let's Blog...

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate/Connect Realty
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Vice Chair Land Use & Environmental
wendimae@wendimae.com
http://www.wendimae.com
Toll Free 866-333-6333

Energy Efficiency-Learn to be GREEN!

2008-06-24T11:18:00.000-07:00

It is easier than you think to be Green...Home improvements don’t have to be epic to relieve utility costs. Here are ideas to start you off-thinking GREEN!

Some things you can do, that cost little to no money-AND over time, will actually save you lots of cash:

-If you have a home office-buy an “All-in-one” FAX, Scanner, and Copier...saves A LOT of energy, and costs you less to operate.
-When you go to bed at night, or out of town-or even during the day when not using your TV or VCR-turn off the power strip...keep in mind, when your appliances are off, but still plugged in-they pull and use power. This will save you anywhere from $60.-$100. a year on your Electric bill.
-Recycling, in general, is huge. It is so much better to buy a re-usable beverage bottle-than to buy bottled water...just think of how much you will save-using filtered water, over buying bottled water.
-Turn up the air conditioner thermostat.
-Change filters often.
-Plant trees on the South and West sides of the home to provide shade and reduce interior temperatures.
-Landscape with drought-resistant or indigenous plants, which retain more water.
-Add motion sensor lights, to save electricity.
-Install a gas fireplace in an addition, such as a den or sunroom, which will extend heat to that room.
-Replace appliances with Energy Star-rated versions. They exceed Government energy-efficiency standards by 10-25%.
-Invest in new, more energy efficient heating and cooling systems.
-Paint your home’s exterior a light color-as darker colors retain more heat.
-Plug up air leaks, which are equivalent of leaving a window open all year.
This can save up to 10% of your energy bill.
-Install double-glazed windows with low-emisson glass, which allow maximum light while keeping out heat and cold.
-When replacing roofing, install light-colored shingles made of material or tile to reflect heat.
-Add insulation in walls.

This is just a start! Feel free to email me-should you like more information or links to helpful energy saving “GREEN” websites!

check out: epa.org

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate
Connect Realty
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Toll free 866-333-6333
http://www.wendimae.com

Desirable Hilltop View Lot

2008-06-10T12:24:00.000-07:00

Location Location Location! Panoramic views of the Foothills and Lake. .69 Acre Residential lot.

Cleared and ready to build! Check out that sunset!

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Vice Chair Land Use and environmental
Toll Free 866-333-6333
www.wendimae.com

Property Values Re-Assessed

2008-05-14T15:08:00.000-07:00

Property owner information: www.parcelquest.com
El Dorado County Records: www.governmentregistry.org
Public Records: www.govtregistry.com
Call or Email your Assessor at: 530-621-5719 or
jwinners@co.el-dorado.ca.us

PRESS RELEASE FOR EL DORADO COUNTY PROPERTY OWNERS FROM ASSESSOR TIM HOLCOMB

El Dorado County Assessor Tim Holcomb announces 12,000 properties to be reviewed for lowered assessments Placerville, March 28, 2008: Tim Holcomb, El Dorado County Assessor, today announced that more than 12,000 properties are under review and considered for lower property tax assessments. Generally, the reviewed properties are those with assessments resulting from changes in ownership or new construction that occurred during the peak of the real estate market. Holcomb explained the process involves three steps. "First, we have already selected all properties which sold or had some reassessment activity between June 2004 and December 2007. Now, we are currently processing sales and new construction values through the end on March 2008, in order to get an accurate picture of the market in January. Finally we will evaluate the decline in the market and decrease assessments accordingly." The reduced assessed values will be reflected in the tax bill for the 2008/2009 fiscal year, which begins July 1st, 2008.
Holcomb says that, depending on what other charges are on the property tax bill, property owners could see a reduction of up to twenty percent in the tax bills mailed out this coming fall.
The Assessor went on to clarify that a 1978 constitutional amendment (Proposition 8), requires the Assessor to recognize a temporary loss in value. Each year, the Assessor is to enroll the lower of the factored base year value or current market value as of the lien date, January 1st. Normally, the factored value assessed under Prop13 is lower than market, but in a down market, the reverse can occur, and when it does, the Assessor temporarily lowers the assessed value.
"The property is assessed at whichever is lower, the factored base year value or the market value" Holcomb explained "As we understand the current market, if the property was purchased before somewhere around the middle of 2004, before the market really took off, the trended base year value is still lower than the market value.
The most likely
candidates for a reduction are those who purchased or built a home sometime after the middle of 2004."
Property owners whose values have been reduced will receive a notice from the Assessor showing the new assessed value. The Assessor's Office will also review property at the request of the owner. The Assessor reviewed and lowered several hundred properties retroactively for the 2007/2008 fiscal year. Under current law, the Assessor has until July 1st of 2008 to recognize declines in value as of January 1st, 2007.
Once a reduced assessment is in place, California law requires the Assessor to track real estate market trends and reappraise the properties to current market value as of January 1st annually, until the market value exceeds its factored base year value. At that time, the trended or factored base year value is re-enrolled, regardless of how high the market value climbs.
Proposition 13, passed in 1978, requires a reappraisal to current market value, on a change in ownership or completion of new construction. This value, the base year value, increases annually by a maximum of 2%. Annual ad valorum property taxes are charged at 1% of the trended base year value. If a subsequent change in ownership occurs, a new base year value is established. New construction is appraised at fair market value and added to the existing trended base year value.
The Proposition 8 reductions reflect a widespread decline in real estate prices in El Dorado County since early 2007.
Property owners who have questions or who wish to request a review of their assessed values can call the Assessor's Office. The main office is located at 360 Fair Lane in Placerville, CA. Office hours are 8-5 and the main phone number is 530.621.5719. The South Lake Tahoe Office is located at 3368 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Suite 103, SLT CA 96150.
Office Hours are also 8-5 and the phone number is 530.573.3422. The Assessor's web site, www.co.el-dorado.ca.us/assessor has both information on a variety of property tax issues as well as an on line application for Prop 8 review.
Contact - Tim Holcomb, Assessor, 530-621-5719.
tholcomb@co.el-dorado.ca.us

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate/Real Estate Counselor
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Vice Chair Land Use/Environmental Committee
www.wendimae.com Toll Free 866-333-6333

One of Cameron Park's Finest

2008-03-15T11:02:00.000-07:00

Umm Umm...Tasty is the Cuisine, and tasty is the Wine selection. Enjoy the outside patio, or dine within. Excellent Menu. They serve lunch, Dinner, and Sunday Brunch. Private Parties also an available service. Open 7 Days a week! Stop by and say Hello to Chef Gabriel!

www.redbudcafe.com

3275 Coach Lane, Suite A
Cameron Park
530-672-1299

Cost VS. Value Report-Remodeling Projects

2008-03-13T12:30:00.000-07:00

Did you know? According to "Remodeling Magazine's" 20th Annual report, the top five midrange home improvements that bring the greatest returns are: A wood deck addition 85.4%, siding replacement 83.2%, Minor Kitchen Remodel 83%, Wood window replacement 81.2%, and vinyl window replacement 79.3%. For more information go to:http://www.costvsvalue.com

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate/Real Estate Counselor
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Connect Realty
Toll Free 866-333-6333
http://www.wendimae.com

Home Depot coming to Cameron Park?

2008-03-07T11:34:00.000-08:00

Home Depot Repesentatives gave a presentation about building one of their stores on a parcel in Cameron PArk at the Shingle Springs-Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce luncheon last week.

The 28-Acre parcel is zoned Commercial under the El Dorado County General Plan.The Property is bounded by Country Club Drive on the North, Highway 50 on the South, Cambridge Road on the East and Deer Creek to the West.

Is this good, or bad Developement for our fine Community?

Tell us what you think-

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Director of the California Association of Realtors
Broker Associate, Counselor
www.wendimae.com
Toll Free 866-333-6333

The Earth has moved in Cameron Park!

2008-03-05T17:03:00.000-08:00

www.mycameronpark.com

The Community Center is finally on the way! Ground breaking ceremonies took place this last Friday after years of wrangling and last ditch efforts by special interest groups that almost derailed te whole project.

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Cameron Park Resident Realtor
Broker Associate
Toll Free 866-333-6333

New Commercial Developement Site off Cambridge Road

2008-02-28T14:42:00.000-08:00

http://www.placerville.info/local_folks_and_local_shopping_solutions-17-28-02-20-2008.html

This will take you to a site that has information on Cameron Park as well as informaiton on other cities or towns within El Dorado County. The first link, Currently: has the site plan and map for the Proposed Home Depot and Commercial shopping Center.

Give us your comments: Do we need another Box Store? And why, when Home Depot is already just up the road in Placerville...let us know what you think.

Wendi-Mae Davis
Toll Free 866-333-6333
www.wendimae.com

2008-02-09T08:08:00.000-08:00

http://www.mycameronpark.com/ The best Community website. Everything in the Neighborhood-Schools, Merchants, FSBO's-Homes for sale-You name it:

Resident Realtor:

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate/Real Estate Counselor
Director of the California Association of Realtors

Connect Realty
Toll Free 866-333-6333
http://www.wendimae.com/