Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Smart Home Trends for 2018


Smart Home Trends for 2018 By Celina Vazquez



Homes are getting “smarter.” From greater connectivity across all technology platforms and devices to complete automation and AI, consumers are finding more and more options to utilize Smart Home devices and products than ever before. Beyond a novelty, homeowners are seeking new and innovated products to provide greater security and ease-of-use at home and on the road.
Once the purview of the wealthy, most homes now use some kind of Smart Home technology every day. In 2018, look for the following trends:
  • Products are more accessible as the average price point continues to drop.
  • Voice control is the future. From turning lights on and off to answering the door from
    your office, audible controls and access is more responsive and simpler to use.
  • Kitchens and baths are joining the fun. Manufacturers’ offer self-cleaning toilets and
    refrigerators who can read their own contents and populate a shopping list on your
    phone app.
  • Greater demands for scheduled automation. Alexa for instance offers a “wake up
    routine” which can turn on lights, heating/air conditioning, start the coffee and provide a quick news update, all with one command.
    The biggest trend change in the last year is that smart technology has gone mainstream. Watch for more products and services as consumers continue to drive innovation. 

Thursday, August 23, 2018

7693 Chalet Pl # 6 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 Open House 8-25-2018

OPEN HOUSE
8-25-2018
7693 CHALET PL # 6
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739
From 1:00- 3:00 PM


Gorgeous Tri-Level Condo located in The Victoria Gardens Home Owner Association by The Victoria Gardens Mall of Rancho Cucamonga.
This 3 bedroom 3.5 baths with 2-car garage with direct access unit has three levels.  On the First Level, the garage with direct access to the first bedroom with a full bathroom. This bedroom could be used as an office, mother-in-law quarters or guest room. On the Second Level, the kitchen has beautiful oak cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite counters and large kitchen island. Huge living room with a cozy fireplace and a sunny balcony to enjoy beautiful sunsets. There is a half of bathroom,  full-size washer and dryer closet and a pantry.
On the Third Level, we have the master bedroom with a custom-made closet and large master bathroom with double vanity and granite counters.  Custom interior shutters to each window.
This charming condo has an easy walk to The Victoria Gardens Mall, which is one of the best open-air shopping malls of the Inland Empire. The Victoria Gardens Mall has retailed stores like Macy’s, Brigthon, EXPRESS, H&M, ZARA, ALDO, GAP, Hollister and much more. Have the best dining experience with restaurants like The Cheesecake Factory, Yard House, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse  & Wine Bar, Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen, P.F. Changs, King’s Fish House and many more.
The Victoria Gardens Home Owner Association offers a clubhouse and swimming pool and a uniquely comfortable urban lifestyle. The unit is available now and to schedule, an appointment contact Celina Vazquez at 99-697-0823.



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Tuesday, July 24, 2018

5 Things NOT to do When Staging By Celina Vazquez

5 Things NOT to do When Staging By Celina Vazquez

Staging a home for sale is the most misunderstood process in home selling. Creating the right atmosphere in the home, one which invites potential buyers to linger is much more than this. When creating the right scene, it’s just as important to know what NOT to when staging the home.

1. Neglecting the Deep Clean – A clean and fresh home is the very first step. If the home smells like last night’s dinner and there is cat hair in the corners, regardless of what else you do, it’s not going to sell.

2. Leaving the Clutter – Of course you’re still living in the home, but it shouldn’t necessarily look like it.

3. Keeping Personal Photos In View – Again, the goals is to create a blank canvass on which the buyers can imagine their own belongings.

4. Bright Colors – You might enjoy the purple wall and orange carpet, but your buyers will find them distracting. Neutral accents are always better.

5. Over Accessorizing – Too much of a good thing is a bad thing. Too many candles, throw pillows or furniture will just distract attention.

Consider investing in a professional stager who can help make your home shine




Monday, July 9, 2018

The Worst Mistakes You Can Make As a Homebuyer By Celina Vazquez

The Worst Mistakes You Can Make As a Homebuyer By Celina Vazquez


Buying a home is typically the largest financial transaction most people make in their lifetime. The last thing you want to do is make a mistake, one which could cost you time and money – often a lot of money. These are some of the most common, and worst, mistakes you can make when buying a home. 

• Not doing your homework in advance – Before you do anything else, do some preliminary research and get a pre-qualification letter before you start shopping for your new home.

• Changing Jobs or Buying Big Items – Once you’ve decided to buy a home, it’s critical not to change your circumstances, such as a new job or large credit card purchase. 

• Calling the Listing Agent Directly – It might be tempting to try and get a “better deal” by working with the listing agent rather than using your own agent. This is not true; the listing agent works for the seller and does not represent your interests. 

• Accepting Everything at Face Value – Always ask questions and investigate everything, including getting a thorough home inspection. Buying a home is exciting, but the most important thing is to consider the details and think everything through before jumping. By understanding some of the mistakes buyers make, you can avoid them. 





Thursday, July 5, 2018

Norco CA Home 92860 in SOLD By Celina Vazquez Realtor







4550 Pedley Avenue Norco CA 92860




Specs:3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms 2 Car Garage




Beautiful single Story Ranch Style Home in ½ Acre located in the beautiful Horse Town of Norco, California features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 Car-garage fully remodeled.
Spacious living room/ family room with open concept to the kitchen area fully renovated with new cabinetry and granite counters.  Fully renovated bathrooms with tile floors, new electrical and plumbing fixtures and tile enclosures.




Plenty of natural light flows throughout the house with new upgrade windows.  Large master bathroom with large closets and large master bath fully remodeled. 
With ½ of land this home has lots of potential for so much to expand. You can install your horse stalls, built more to the house etc.


Close to schools, shopping centers, the Santa River, horse trails and within minutes of the 15 freeway.


5500 Banta Drive Jurupa Valley, CA 91752 SOLD By Celina Vazquez

5500 Banta Drive Jurupa Valley, CA 91752 SOLD By Celina Vazquez






5500 Banta Drive Jurupa Valley CA 91752 in SOLD

Description:

5500 Banta Drive
Mira Loma, CA 91752
4 Bedroom/ 2 Bathrooms 3-Car Garage
2361 Square Feet
28,750 Square Feet Lot
1983 Built
Swimming Pool

Celina Vazquez is proud to offer a desirable listing from the Sky Country Community of
Jurupa Valley. Set on 3 quarters or acre at the end of a Cul-De- Sac. This beautiful home
features 4 bedrooms, 2.25 bathrooms with a 3-Car Garage with direct access and
sparkling blue swimming pool.
With approximately 2,400 square feet of living space this gorgeous property has being
remodeled top to bottom. Featuring fully remodeled kitchen with new GE Stainless Steel
Appliances, new white cabinetry to hold all your pots, pans and collectibles. Large
kitchen with open concept to the family room with cozy fireplace.
Formal living room with open concept to the formal dining room. All New floors,
baseboards, crown molding and plantation shutters.
Large masters suite with double closets and large master bathroom fully remodeled with
new floors, cabinetry and his and hers vanities with granite counters.
HUGE… Back yard perfect for entertaining and to have all your toys, horses, RV and
anything that you wish to.
Enjoy your California Summer swimming in the beautiful sparkling blue swimming pool
that is fully fenced.

Sky Country Community is a very special ranch-style home located right next to Eastvale
and all the homes are built with half of acre or larger lots. This beautiful community is
surrounded by recreation facilities that suit every phase of outdoor activity, riding,
boating, camping, hiking and golfing. You are within an easy driving distance of lakes,
rivers like the Santa River, desert and mountain resorts.

This is a unique community in that there are many horse-friendly properties and big lots
near urban areas, the freeways, and shopping. Most horse properties in other areas require
a lot of travel to get to the amenities that you need, simply because all those large lots are
located far from the city. There’s no need for that! In Sky Country, you can get the best
of both worlds – a sprawling lot of a country ranch just a stone’s throw from all the
important urban locations that you need to access. Banking, shopping, groceries, schools,
and more are within easy reach.

SkyCountry is a ranch-style community conveniently located with the close proximity
of the 15, 60, 10 and 91 freeway. Its location is very advantageous for business
commuters who travel to major employment to Riverside, SanBernardino, Los Angeles
and Orange County. The Metrolink station-running rail serves to the greater Los
Angeles area. #SkyCountry Community offers large estates size lots and are equestrian
properties in a rural environmental but within minutes from the city. Laramore Park is
an Equestrian Park located inside of SkyCountry Community which facility is
available for you to drop-in use and can follow the horse trails across Sky Country. The
Santa Ana River is within minutes, which has a facility available to park your truck and
trailer for the day and access the horse trails along the river. Jurupa Valley HighSchool,
Mira Loma Middle School, and SkyCountry Elementary are the schools designated to
the Sky Country Community. Wineville Vernola Family Park are located within
minutes of the house. The Eastvale Gateway shopping center is a power center with
stores like HomeDepot, Best Buys, Target, Homegoods, DressBarn and fine
restaurants for dining like Carino’s Italian Restaurant, OnTheBorder,
PacificFishGrill and Applebees are just less than 2 miles away. The Vernola Shopping
Center with stores like Kirkland, Lowe’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, Ross, are just 2 minutes
away from this gorgeous home. The Big League Dream Park is another park just around
the corner from Sky Country and right next to Jurupa Valley High School. Horse
communities are scattered throughout the InlandEmpire and SkyCountry Community
is one of them. In a city where lot sizes have shrunk steadily for the past two decades, this
is a great opportunity to obtain your SkyCountry, JurupaValley home with great land.
Contact Celina Vazquez @909-697- 0823 for a showing.

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Monday, July 2, 2018

Build Your New Home or Buy A Resale? 

Who hasn’t dreamed of building their dream home from scratch? From the perfectly designed kitchen to the expansive master bedroom suite, it’s an appealing idea to create the perfect home for you and your family. But is building a new home really the right decision for you? There are benefits and drawbacks for both new construction and buying a resale home. 

Building a New Home 

The biggest advantage of building a home is that everything is new. While you envision everything perfectly, that’s not always feasible. Building codes, lot restrictions and financial limitations could cause you to compromise more than you’ hoped. There are also construction delays and unexpected costs to consider.

Resale Home 


A resale home might not have everything you want, but it could provide a great value. With careful thought, a resale might only require minor renovations to suit your taste. Much of the expensive work has already been done, such as landscaping. However, the remodeling costs could be considerable if the home is very outdated and this could be out-of-pocket cost. Both new construction and resales homes have benefits. If you are in the market for a new home, consider the options in your area and compare real costs and benefits. Knowing the difference can save you money and help you find the right home for your needs and lifestyle.