Thanksgiving and the shopping sprint that followed may have dampened the enthusiasm of some home shoppers, but those determined to change addresses before the end of the year continued to seek out "open house" signs and followed flags into new developments. Most new-construction models were closed for Thanksgiving, but open again on Friday morning. In La Verne, one homes closed escrow and two homes entered escrow during the week ending Nov. 25, the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service reported. The MLS said four new listings were added for a total inventory of 195 homes on Nov. 26, including 149 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 46 condominiums, townhomes and single-family homes in associations.   Thousands of home owners whose mortgages were scheduled to reset to h... 11/26/2007

 Beginning Date: 01/01/2007Board Number: AllEnding Date: 11/01/2007City: LVRNArea: AllPrice Range: $0 - ALL Single Family Sales - Residential Other StatisticsPrice ClassBedrooms  2 OR Less34 Or More Condo SoldResidential ActiveCondo Active$0 - $99,9990 0 0  0 0 0 $100,000 - $149,9990 0 0  0 0 0 $150,000 - $199,9990 0 0  0 0 0 $200,000 - $249,9990 0 0  4 0 2 $250,000 - $299,9990 0 0  1 0 0 $300,000 - $324,9990 0 0  0 0 1 $325,000 - $349,9990 0 0  0 0 0 $350,000 - $374,9990 0 0  0 0 0 $375,000 - $399,9990 0 0  0 1 0 $400,000 - $424,9990 1 0  1 1 0 $425,000 - $449,9991 0 0  0 1 0 $450,000 - $474,9990 0 0  0 2 0 $475,000 - $499,9990 0 0  0 0 0 $500,000 - $549,9991 0 1  0 2 0 $550,000 - $599,9990 0 0  0 1 0 $600,000 - $649,9990 0 2  0 1 0 $650,000 - $699,9990 1 1  0 6 0 $700,000 - $749,9990 ... 11/24/2007

No matter what the market, people will continue to desire to live in LaVerne, as it remains one of the most prestigious cities within San Bernardino County. Comparatively speaking, the La Verne housing market continues to post brisk sales. In of October 2007, 10 single family homes and a total of 1 condos/townhomes sold down greatly from last month.  Total sales are down 87% for the same period last year in the Inland Valley MLS.Closed Sales For October 2007: Down from last month9 Single Family Homes1 Condos/TownhomesPending Sales For October 2007: Down from last month15 Single Family Homes1 Condos/TownhomesCurrent Actives As of Today's Post: Down Slightly from last month115 Single Family Homes13 Condos/TownhomesForeclosure Activity for October 200710 Notice of Defaults (NOD) Down Sligh... 11/19/2007

Ten single-family homes were sold in La Verne during October, with a median price of $500,000, according to DQ News, which charts changes in the sales price of single-family homes and condominiums. The company said the median price declined 15.5 percent from October. 2006. Two La Verne condos were sold in October, DQ News said, with a median price of $413,000, a 5.4 percent increase from October 2006.In La Verne, 11 new listings were added in the week ending Nov. 18, according to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, which said a total of 128 homes were offered for sale on Nov. 18, including 94 single-family homes with no monthly fees and 34  condominiums, townhomes and single-family homes in associations. Twelve homes were reportedly in escrow on Nov. 18, according to the... 11/18/2007

As the number of foreclosures rise and home prices drop, first-time buyers can use down-payment grants, low interest rates, and loan programs allowing FICO scores as low as 480 to purchase a La Verne home.According to the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, 124 homes were available in La Verne on Nov. 11, including 90 single-family homes with no association fees and 34 condominiums, townhomes and single-family homes with monthly association fees. Eleven homes were reported in escrow.Complete information on available homes, down-payment grants and loan programs can be obtained by calling Ila Josephs at (909) 261-3541. First-time home buyers especially can benefit from new government and private agencies ready to help them purchase an affordable home.Current renters can enroll... 11/11/2007

Bank-owned properties and short sales continue to add to the number of homes on the market in La Verne. Home shoppers can find a wide variety of homes in all price ranges.According to information provided by the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service, 122 La Verne homes were listed as available on Nov. 4. Of the homes listed for sale, 87 were single-family homes with no monthly association fees and 35 were condos, townhomes or single-family homes in homeowner associations. Thirteen homes were reported in escrow.Call (909) 261-3541 to get daily updates on new listings, including bank-owned and short-sale properties and the services of experienced professionals dedicated to helping you buy or sell real estate with confidence. 11/05/2007

DQ News has reported that 16 single-family existing homes were sold in Chino in September. The median sales price was $573,000, 11.8 percent less than in September 2006. Sales of new homes were not included.In La Verne, the Inland Multi-Regional Multiple Listing Service reported that 123 existing homes were listed as available on Oct. 28. Of the homes listed for sale, 89 were single-family homes with no monthly association fees and 34 were condos, townhomes or single-family homes in homeowner associations. Fifteen were reported in escrow.Avoid Credit Pitfalls During EscrowYou're pre-approved for a loan to buy the home of your dreams. As long as the home appraises for the sale amount, the title is clear, and you still want the house after reviewing disclosures and the home inspection rep... 10/29/2007

Bank-owned properties and short sales continue to add to the number of homes on the market in La Verne. The local multiple listing service reported 125 homes for sale on Oct. 21.Of the homes offered for sale, 92 are single-family homes with no monthly association fees and 33 are condos, townhomes or single-family homes in homeowner associations. Nine homes are in escrow, according to the IMRMLS.The large number of bank-owned and short-sale properties are for sale, providing home shoppers a wide variety of homes in all price ranges. With many bank-owned properties sitting vacant, home buyers who are ready to act can close escrow quickly. Offers on short-sale properties generally take much longer. The lender must approve any short-sale offer. Because the anticipated proceeds from the sale... 10/21/2007

If you are in the area of Foothill and Garey in La Verne, check out the La Paloma Mexican Restaurant. It is a great fine Mexican restaurant that features a great menu with a huge variety of Mexican favorites.  Try the Camarones Diablo, Devil Shrimp for you Anglos, it is great! The atmosphere is of an old school Mexican style.  The waitresses are all long time employees that will serve your every need.Located at 2975 Foothill Blvd on the North East side of the street at the corner of Ruby Way and Foothill in La Verne.Not a Mc Restaurant!Empire Realty - Premium Full Service at a Discount Visit us on the web http://www.empireteam.com 10/06/2007

The Great Clean Air Tree Planting Project expects to add 5,000 trees to the Southern California landscape on Saturday, October 27, including 75 to be planted in La Verne.We may all breathe a little easier as a result. One hundred trees remove 604 pounds of pollutants from the air per year, according to statistics from the Center for Urban Forest Research cited on the United Voices website http://unitedvoices.org/.      09/22/2007

More than 5,000 homes are currently listed for sale in six cities along the 210-Corridor and in Ontario. Twenty-eight percent of the homes for sale are vacant, with owners anxious to find a buyer.In La Verne, 129 homes were listed for sale on Sept. 16, according to the local multiple listing service, including 15 condominiums. A one-bedroom condominium was offered for $217,000. Eleven homes were in escrow.The market report below contains information about San Dimas, La Verne, Claremont, Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana and Ontario. If you want to buy a home this year, please email or call me at (909) 261-3541 for more details.  Affordable CondominiumsCondominiums are an affordable entry into home ownership, and convenient for those who want to control the interior of their home but let... 09/17/2007

La Verne Market Report as of August 2007 No matter what the market, people will continue to desire to live in LaVerne, as it remains one of the most prestigious cities within San Bernardino County. Comparatively speaking, the La Verne housing market continues to post brisk sales. In of August 2007, 16 single family homes and a total of 4 condos/townhomes sold.  Total sales are down 52% for the same period last year in the Inland Valley MLS.Closed Sales For August 2007:17 Single Family Homes4 Condos/TownhomesPending Sales For August 2007:16 Single Family Homes4 Condos/TownhomesCurrent Actives As of Today's Post:115 Single Family Homes13 Condos/TownhomesIt's important to stay in tune with the changes in the market. Call Empire Realty for your next personal real estate consultation at (909... 09/12/2007