Life in Walnut Creek, Lafayette and surrounding areas

4 Bedroom/3 Bath home for sale in the Northgate community of Walnut Creek, CA.  This home is situated on approximately a 1/3 acre, cul-de-sac lot.  Built in 1965, this home offers approx. 2337 Sq. Ft. of living space, formal dining & living rooms, and a family room off the kitchen.  Beautiful, gleaming hardwood floors that have just been refinished.  The private backyard offers a refreshing pool, tree shade, irrigation system and a private orchard area.  Please join me on a quick tour of this home in the following video.

This home is listed for sale in the Contra Costa Association of Realtors MLS. Information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Brought to you by J. Rockcliff, REALTORS® and Terri Adams-Scott, REALTOR®

It always boggles my mind why some banks seem to have the short sale process streamlined while others want to make it a painful labor!  In my last transaction, Wachovia's Short Sale department made the transaction and experience a smooth one for all.  Although I give them kudos for their willingness to work with the sellers, we all know that it takes all parties to come together to truly make it a successful transaction.  Here's why I got spoiled:

• There was only one loan on the property
• This was a Wachovia 'Fast Track' transaction and their terms were clearly spelled out
• The listing agent admitted upfront that she had no short sale experience, but assured me her co-listing partner did (I love honesty!)
• The listing agent didn't hide out in cyber world...her preferred method of communication was via her cell phone and always responded quickly to my calls.
• Once the offer and package was submitted to Wachovia, we got approval within 2 days
• From short sale approval to close of escrow...31 days (we closed a week early!)
• The home was in good condition
• The buyer was pre-approved for a loan and listened to the advice of his REALTOR and Loan Rep to not do anything to jeopardize his current credit status
• The Buyer's Loan Rep was local, offered personalized service and got a fantastic rate for the buyer (4.75 on a fixed 30-yr loan).  A professional and honest loan officer is worth their weight in gold!
• The Title Company was local, professional and responsive
• The Seller, being in a distressed situation, acted responsible and was very cooperative.
• When some issues came up during the inspection period, all parties stayed calm and worked together for a win-win solution.

I want to congratulate my buyer, Chris, on the purchase of his first home!  Unfortunately, he didn't qualify for the tax credit and I admire his thinking that it was more important to find the right home!  I thank him for his patience and entrusting me to represent him in the purchase of his new home! 

Thanks to all parties that made this a successful transaction.  It's nice to be spoiled every once in awhile!

OPEN HOUSE:  Sunday, July 18th from 1-4 PM

• Popular Brooktree subdivision in Northgate, this 4 bedroom/3 bath home is located on a quiet, cul-de-sac court.
• Approx. 2200 Sq. Ft. of Living Space on approx. 14,400 Sq. Ft. Lot
• Built in 1965 per county records
• Functional floor plan with dual master setup
• New carpeting, flooring and freshly painted throughout
• Large step down living room
• Formal dining room
• Family Room with wet bar 
• Updated Master & Hall baths
• Refreshing pool, updated lawn area with irrigation system, and trellised flagstone patio
• Near hiking and biking trails
• Walk to 12 years of top rated schools:  Walnut Acres Elem., Foothill Middle and Northgate High School
• Minutes to downtown Walnut Creek for all your shopping, dining and entertaining needs!
• NOT A SHORT SALE OR REO (BANK OWNED)

 This home is listed on the Contra Costa MLS.  All information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.  For further information on this home or others for sale in the area, please contact Terri Adams-Scott, REALTOR®, J. Rockcliff, REALTORS®, DRE License #01397740

Buyers...when buying a home, make sure you get a Home Inspection...it's for your protection!

When purchasing a home, there are many inspections that will either be required by your lender, or highly recommended by your REALTOR®.  One of the most important inspections you should have is a Home Inspection.  It will give you a good indication of the home's condition and bring to your attention any health and safety issues that need to be addressed.

The following is a video that will give you a good idea of what to expect during a Home Inspection.  It doesn't cover everything they do, but I've tried to highlight the main ones.  For an average size house, you can expect about a 3 hour inspection.  I always encourage my clients to attend ALL inspections with me so they can talk directly to the inspectors.  You do receive a report, but take advantage of being face-to-face and having them physically point things out to you.

If you are considering buying or selling a home in the Walnut Creek and surrounding areas, please contact me.  To learn more about my services or to search available homes, I invite you to visit my website at www.TerriAdamsScott.com.  Better yet, go ahead and give me a call at 925-765-4339.

Northgate in Walnut Creek, CA is a wonderful place to call home.  There are 49, single detached family homes available for sale in Northgate.  Prices range from the low $500,000's up to $3 million.  There are some great choice of homes in each price range.

If you are thinking of moving to Walnut Creek and would like more information about this beautiful city, please give me a call at (925) 765-4339 or feel free to search the MLS.

Creepy, damp crawl space under the house...who would go in such a scary place?  It has to be inspected so who's going to brave it?  

I'm representing some buyers on a Short Sale Transaction and during the Pest Inspection, the crawl space had standing water so the inspector would not go in there.  I had the Home Inspection set for the following day and after learning they would not enter either with standing water, I had to find someone brave enough to check a few things out.  The time clock was ticking and we needed to know a couple of things...like where is the water coming from, how long has it been there, is there any contact with the water and wood beams, has there been any shifting of the beams off the piers...etc.

I certainly understand the safety concerns with the mixture of water and electricity...so I excuse my Pest and Home Inspectors for not daring to venture down there.  But...I needed a professional opinion of some sort...and soon...so I could advise my clients accordingly.  Proceed with the sale or not...is it a situation that has a simple remedy or not...these were the concerns.  No home is perfect...there's always going to be some maintenance issues or concerns.  We just don't want them to be MAJOR ones that come with a high price tag!    

Do you have a trusted vendor you can call in an emergency or dire situation?  I do, thankfully, and they are priceless!  (By the way, he assured me if he saw any exposed electrical wiring or safety concerns that he would not proceed.)  

Here's a quick little video of the creepy crawl space under the house...in case you've never seen or been in one before!

If you need an honest, skilled, hard working and licensed contractor in the East Bay area of Contra Costa, I'm glad to refer John Holman of Holman Constructions! Can you believe he is actually smiling and laughing after coming out from that creepy, muddy crawl space? 

When choosing a REALTOR® in Contra Costa County, make sure they have a team of qualified vendors that they work closely with...I do!

Walnut Creek, CA Townhouse...Video Tour. This 2-story Townhouse in Countrywood features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a loft.  It has nice updates throughout and only steps away from the community pool.  Conveniently located to BART, freeways, trails and schools.  Countrywood Shopping Center is just 1 block away.  Enjoy the tour!

Priced at $375,000 and listed in the Contra Costa Association of Realtor's MLS. For more information on this home or others in the Walnut Creek area, please contact me.

Thanks for the compliment, would you mind putting that in writing...or better yet, put it on video?

I must say that I am truly blessed with fantastic clients!  Over the years, whenever a client pays me a nice compliment and offers their heartfelt thanks, I always ask if they'd mind putting it in writing.  It's nice to publish them on my marketing materials and on my website.  With the technology advancement and my passion for video, I've decided to ask for a video testimonial as well.  Many are nervous to go in front of the camera, but they are troopers and luckily accept.

This is a 2.5 minute video on some clients, Kevin and Donna, that bought their first home together.  They share their home buying experience and how they felt working with me.  Congrats to Donna and Kevin and my heartfelt thanks for letting me share our experience together!

To learn more about the Walnut Creek, CA community, Real Estate opportunities or to seach the MLS, please visit www.TerriAdamsScott.com

Client Video Testimonial...First-Time Homebuyer.  Besides handing the keys over to your client's new home, the next best feeling is when they take the time to personally send you a 'thank you' note...and of course, send you referrals.

This 1.5 minute video is from Leann, a First-Time Homebuyer, that I represented in the purchase of some new home construction.  I know she was very nervous being in front of the video camera and I really appreciated her putting that fear aside to allow me to tape her testimonial.  She was a trooper and after months of looking at houses, we found her a home!  Congratulations Leann...and a big heartfelt thanks for allowing me to share your 'thank you' note in person.

To learn more about the community, Real Estate market or search the MLS for Walnut Creek, CA and surrounding areas, please visit www.TerriAdamsScott.com

Video Home tour...Bank Owned Home in Concord, CA.  

Located in the popular Dana Estates neighborhood and minutes from downtown Concord and Schools.  The home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, approx. 1568 Sq. Ft. of Living Space, nicely updated throughout, newer windows and doors, plus much more!  The home is currently listed for $346,900 on the Contra Costa Assoc. of Realtors MLS.  If you would like more information about this home, please give me a call.  Information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.