Harold Penner

Cassandra,

I'll have my office follow up with you with an estimated current market value for your home. I'm originally from the St. Catharines, Ontario area, so I need to help my fellow Canadians...

You can learn more about myself and my team at http://www.homesinfresno.com/meet-the-team.asp - Mon Oct 20 2008, 09:28

No, it isn't appearing on the Multiple Listing Service as an active listing. If you want to be emailed properties that are similar though, you can request a custom search at http://www.homesinfresno.com/custom-online-search.asp - Thu Oct 9 2008, 12:56

Currently in the Fresno, CA market only about 5% of homes listed as short sales close successfully. That statistic seems to be changing for the better in the past few months however. Lenders are increasingly more open to negotiating a short sale and are better equipped to handle the volume.

But, it is important to explore the other options outlined in the answers below prior to entering the path of a short sale. Once you commit to that path, if your home doesn't succeed as a short sale it will foreclose.

Choosing a qualified short sale agent is critical to increasing your chances of success. Ask an agent how many short sales they have successfully closed, how many total short sales they have had and whether they have worked with your bank in the past. Also, how often do they check in with the bank for updates? Right now about 50% of my short sale listings close successfully. If you would like more information regarding whether a short sale may be the best option,I can provide a free, professional assessment at http://www.homesinfresno.com/selling-short-sales.asp

You can also learn more about my team at http://www.homesinfresno.com/meet-the-team.asp - Sun Sep 28 2008, 11:46

Tara,
No, that homes doesn't appear to be for sale. It's been with the same owner since 2005. I hope that's helpful!

Thanks,
Harold - Fri Aug 8 2008, 16:17

Jay,

It depends on your price range and needs. If you were looking for good pricing and newer homes, I would choose 93722 and 93723 zip codes in the Central Unified School district. That is a newer area close to Hwy 99. The commercial development of that area is still being developed, but there is still convenient grocery stores etc.

If schools are a high priority I would recommend either the Central or Clovis Unified school system. 93612 is an excellent zip code for Clovis for lower priced homes.

If you would like a more customized recommendation of homes, you can email me at hp@topproducer.com or call 559-230-1111. I've specialized in the Fresno/Clovis area for over 20 years. - Tue Aug 5 2008, 08:59