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5460 Concord Blvd, E6, Concord, CA offered at $78,000

 

Kirkwood Condo, upper unit
Balcony overlooking redwood trees

 

• Trust selling this property "AS IS"
• Upper level condo with vaulted ceilings
• Gas fireplace in living area
• One queen size bedroom with vanity
• Bedroom has walk-in closet
• Kitchen updated with granite counters
• Dishwasher, disposal, refrigerator
• Community laundry, pool, tennis courts, clubhouse and greenbelt areas

 

Schools: Ayers Elementary, Diablo View Intermediate, Clayton Valley High.

 

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 DRE #00615420

 Terrylynn has been a Realtor in Contra Costa County for over 30 years.  She works with the Dudum Real Estate Group. Terrylynn is a local expert, who believes in specializing for better service to her clients.  She gives talks on Foreclosure Alternatives, Make Home Affordable Programs, Home Staging Consults before you Sell, and is a Senior Real Estate Specialist, Real Estate Collaborative Specialist-Divorce, Certified Residential Professional, EcoBroker and any more. There is no silly question, call now for advice and counsel about your real estate investment.  Click here for a question about the area.  Visit www.BuyStageSell.com to learn more about Terrylynn and her team of Real Estate Professionals and Staging Professionals.  We even stage our short sales! Why?  Because it works.    925 8760966  www.BuyStageSell.com

• 4 weeks of home study business start up - By downloading the workbooks found in the password protected CSP Business Resource Center and completing the assigned tasks in Modules 1 and 2, home stagers are encouraged to complete the step-by-step tasks to have their business up and running in 4 weeks. (Note: some stagers may take longer to complete this portion of the program; working at their own pace, within the confinements of their own schedule).
• 6 weeks (12 - one hour sessions) of Marketing Advantage Camp - Students receive marketing and business guidance from a LIVE Marketing Coach through this six consecutive week marketing camp. Students register for a live webinar (coaching is online, student only needs a computer with speakers to attend!) as they are taught marketing strategies to help them attract clients.

1511C Schenone Court, Concord, CA

Offered at $110,000

Potential Short Sale, subject to short sale approval by lender and seller – No investor buyers. 2 bedrooms in good condition, 1.5 baths, almost 1,100 square feet, gas burning only fireplace, electric kitchen, dining room and breakfast bar, skylight in upstairs hallway with inside full size laundry. 

• No one above or below you
• Townhome style 2 story
• 2 bedrooms
• Full bath upstairs, half bath down
• Gas only fireplace
• Skylight
• Inside laundry hookups
• Large formal dining area with breakfast bar and room for hutch
• Fenced patio with storage and parking for two outside your back gate

Diablo Creek Beauty - $400 per month hoa dues include water

Beautifully maintained Planned Unit Development with easy access to shopping and BARTbus. In the Mt. Diablo foothills near the Sleep Train Pavilion and lots of local shopping. This complex has ample greenbelt, community pool and clubhouse, and backs Diablo Creek.

 

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 DRE #00615420

 Terrylynn has been a Realtor in Contra Costa County for over 30 years.  She works with the Dudum Real Estate Group. Terrylynn is a local expert, who believes in specializing for better service to her clients.  She gives talks on Foreclosure Alternatives, Make Home Affordable Programs, Home Staging Consults before you Sell, and is a Senior Real Estate Specialist, Real Estate Collaborative Specialist-Divorce, Certified Residential Professional, EcoBroker and any more. There is no silly question, call now for advice and counsel about your real estate investment.  Click here for a question about the area.  Visit www.BuyStageSell.com to learn more about Terrylynn and her team of Real Estate Professionals and Staging Professionals.  We even stage our short sales! Why?  Because it works.    925 8760966  www.BuyStageSell.com

Walk to Downtown
Priced to sell
$760,000

www.140LancasterRoad.com

Walnut Creek country feel, city amenities, walking distance to downtown, hospital and Las Lomas High School… yet serenity all your own in this expanded 2700+ square foot home featuring two bedroom wings, downstairs 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, upstairs two bedrooms and a bath… separation, yet room enough for everyone in the common areas. Dramatic HIGH ceilings in added family room, cook’s delight updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wood floors. Private fenced yard has outbuildings with electricity for hobbies or office. Double attached garage.

 

 

 

• Walnut Creek sought after neighborhood with many upscale homes and tastefully remodeled homes like this one.
• City amenities yet just a few blocks from the freeway for easy commute access to 680 and 24.
• Walk to downtown area for festivals, shopping and dining.
• Highly rated schools

 

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 DRE #00615420

 Terrylynn has been a Realtor in Contra Costa County for over 30 years.  She works with the Dudum Real Estate Group. Terrylynn is a local expert, who believes in specializing for better service to her clients.  She gives talks on Foreclosure Alternatives, Make Home Affordable Programs, Home Staging Consults before you Sell, and is a Senior Real Estate Specialist, Real Estate Collaborative Specialist-Divorce, Certified Residential Professional, EcoBroker and any more. There is no silly question, call now for advice and counsel about your real estate investment.  Click here for a question about the area.  Visit www.BuyStageSell.com to learn more about Terrylynn and her team of Real Estate Professionals and Staging Professionals.  We even stage our short sales! Why?  Because it works.    925 8760966  www.BuyStageSell.com

Offered at $175,000

Easy commute location. Concord two bedroom cottage with expanded living room, den, updated kitchen with granite, new cabinets, slate floors, hardwood just waiting to be refinished. Light, open floor plan. Huge backyard with decking and spa. Room for a garden.

 

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 DRE #00615420

 Terrylynn has been a Realtor in Contra Costa County for over 30 years.  She works with the Dudum Real Estate Group. Terrylynn is a local expert, who believes in specializing for better service to her clients.  She gives talks on Foreclosure Alternatives, Make Home Affordable Programs, Home Staging Consults before you Sell, and is a Senior Real Estate Specialist, Real Estate Collaborative Specialist-Divorce, Certified Residential Professional, EcoBroker and any more. There is no silly question, call now for advice and counsel about your real estate investment.  Click here for a question about the area.  Visit www.BuyStageSell.com to learn more about Terrylynn and her team of Real Estate Professionals and Staging Professionals.  We even stage our short sales! Why?  Because it works.    925 8760966  www.BuyStageSell.com

Don't forget, GreenFEST is tomorrow, September 15, 2011 from 4-8pm at Todos Santos Plaza!
Click here for a map

Booth 16, Mary Kay Cosmetics

Mary Kay has been green since before the word came into vogue... quality products for health and beauty and green packaging.

Booth 38, Solar Universe Diablo Valley

Local solar company that does home visits, installation and education about solar options for your home or office.

Booth 40, Concord Disposal

THE county Recycling company. Concord Disposal has been involved in community efforts to educate and leads by example. Concord Disposal has educational events at schools and public events throughout the year.

Booth 22, Green Check Collective

Energy audits and building performance institute experts give you information and consultations about improving your energy score.

Car Area, No Trace Shredding

Environmentally sustainable, secure shedding services, bring your paper and documents - for security and peace of mind.

Booth 19, Dunn Edwards Paint

Greener by Design - No VOC and low VOC paints and products to make your home look great, updated and beautiful and limit your exposure to harmful chemicals.

Booth 39, Food Service Technology

Restaurant consultants who educate and provide mentoring for local restaurants, students and others who want to save money and improve their purchasing options and operating practices to be sustainable.

Booth 20, Real Goods Solar/Solar Living Institute

Not just a full service solar company, they design and install and have a non-profit entity that provides services to the community.

Booth 23, The Gardens at Heather Farm

Our local 6 acre garden designed for beauty and sustainability... the venue utilizes their gardens for demonstration and education and provides the community with sustainable gardening and stewardship practices. Classes year-round.

Car area, Diablo Solar Services/Sun Power

Sun Power is one of the largest solar companies in the country and is bringing their demo van - photovoltaic panels, gas alternative pool heating options, to this event. Come touch and feel SOLAR; it may be more affordable than you think.

Booth 11, CC Mosquito Abatement

Public Health Agency provides inspections and advice on preventing insects and animals that can make you sick. Their tips and advice keep rodents and insects at bay. Come with your questions.

Sonoma Bank Area, Blue Star EWaste

FREE EWaste pick up RUCK for all of your ewaste, computers, printers, tvs, monitors, phones and more. They will also provide hard drive shredding. This company does a lot of work in the community and for non-profits.

 Booth 14, Green Essence Cleaning
925-787-2631

Clean, healthy cleaning services using non-toxic cleaning products and techniques for a healthier home.

Booth 21, Sports Basement

The ultimate in sports equipment and clothing resource as well as sharing their building and venue for groups, meetings, events and a huge contributor sustainability causes.

Booth 42, Chevron Energy Solutions

Develops and builds sustainable energy products for schools, cities, municipalities, and businesses... Reduce energy usage and get high quality energy.

Car Area, Green Wheelin' Scooters

THE ultimate in fun, and save money while you are at it with electric scooters and bicycles... they will be on display at our event.

 

Car Area, Saab Car

Car Area, BMW - Diesel 323 and Mini Cooper 4 cylinder

Booth 13, Doorstep Farmers

Fresh LOCAL fruits and vegetables and a committed to sustainability organization that donates a percentage of the boxes they provide to others who can't afford them... providing fresh, local and affordable produce right to your doorstep.

PG&E Area, PG&E

PGE "Energy Game Wheel", various giveaways such as appliance energy usage calculators, and lots of info on PG&E's various energy saving programs and rebates. PG&E has won more than 170 environmental awards in recognition of their environmental commitment. In 20-09 the EPA recognized PG&E with the Energy Star Sustained Excellence Award and Newsweek Magazine ranked PG&E the #1 Green Utility in the US.

Non-Profit Area, Sustainable Contra Costa

 Sustainable Contra Costa endorses our event for the second year. SCOCO provides education and information to organizations and the public to further the health and viability of our communities.

Non-Profit Area, Contra Costa Association of Realtors

Non-Profit Area, Green Business Program

The entity that provides Green Business Certifications to local green businesses... and coaching for "on the path" green businesses.

Car Area, Contra Costa Transportation Authority

YES the county electric bus will be there to step inside and see the comfort and quiet ride that the bus provides while reducing pollution and saving energy.

Booths 44-45, Kid Zone!

Booth 41, Chavez Center

Providing skills and jobs for local underemployed and entrepreneurs... landscaping, non-toxic house cleaning and more.

Booth 15, Lamorinda Flooring

Sustainable materials make great flooring materials and don't have to cost more to get quality. Jim has a huge product line to show you the difference and quality of sustainable flooring products.

Booth 10, H2O at Home

Change the way you care for your home, NATURALLY! 100% natural and organic home care solutions, protect your family's health AND the environment - Learn to clean green!

Non-profit area, Contra Costa Water District

Supporting GreenFEST for the third year in a row with handouts and information in the non-profit booth area.

Thank you to the Contra Costa Times for your support of our efforts!

See you all tomorrow at GreenFEST 2011!

 

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 DRE #00615420

 Terrylynn has been a Realtor in Contra Costa County for over 30 years.  She works with the Dudum Real Estate Group. Terrylynn is a local expert, who believes in specializing for better service to her clients.  She gives talks on Foreclosure Alternatives, Make Home Affordable Programs, Home Staging Consults before you Sell, and is a Senior Real Estate Specialist, Real Estate Collaborative Specialist-Divorce, Certified Residential Professional, EcoBroker and any more. There is no silly question, call now for advice and counsel about your real estate investment.  Click here for a question about the area.  Visit www.BuyStageSell.com to learn more about Terrylynn and her team of Real Estate Professionals and Staging Professionals.  We even stage our short sales! Why?  Because it works.    925 8760966  www.BuyStageSell.com

Another one of our great local sponsors for GreenFEST 2011 is Doorstep Farmers! Don't forget to visit us on September 15, 2011 from 4-8pm in Todos Santos Plaza for this year's GreenFEST.

Doorstep Farmers is a Community Supported Agriculture service in Pleasant Hill, CA. Doorstep Farmers delivers locally grown, organic produce to their members on a weekly or bi-monthly basis to help support local farmers and to promote healthier eating in the community. Doorstep Farmers is a youth owned business and sources much of its produce from farms as local as Martinez, Pleasanton, and Brentwood.

I asked Michael Wedgley how this business got started, and here is what he said:

"I started the business about a year ago on my own with only about $400 dollars, an ACL and meniscus tear in my right knee, and no driver’s license or car. I was motivated to do so when I learned about the practices of big seed companies like Monsanto. I found that their practices were leading the world to a situation which limited our choices and causes dependency on their seeds and products. So I decided that I wanted to help promote small, organic farms; farms which are using sustainable growing practices, and growing quality produce that nourishes our bodies. I’m 28, I was 26 when I started the business. In February, I brought in an old class mate into the business. Her name is Jessica Singh. She is 23 and has her degree in Business with a focus in Finance. We complement each other perfectly. She is always focused on the now and I am always focused on the future. She focuses on details, and I focus on the big picture. She is personable while I am very direct. It’s a great fit! In February when she came on we were at 30 subscribers. Since I brought Jessica on, our business compatibility has worked to increase our subscriber base to 300 subscribers!"

 

 

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 DRE #00615420

 Terrylynn has been a Realtor in Contra Costa County for over 30 years.  She works   with Empire Realty. Terrylynn is a local expert, who believes in specializing for better service to her clients.  She gives talks on Foreclosure Alternatives, Make Home Affordable Programs, Home Staging Consults before you Sell, and is a Senior Real Estate Specialist, Real Estate Collaborative Specialist-Divorce, Certified Residential Professional, EcoBroker and any more. There is no silly question, call now for advice and counsel about your real estate investment.  Click here for a question about the area.  Visit www.BuyStageSell.com to learn more about Terrylynn and her team of Real Estate Professionals and Staging Professionals.  We even stage our short sales! Why?  Because it works.    925 8760966  www.BuyStageSell.com

WHO are our sponsors? 

We are proud to have Green Check Collective as part of GreenFEST 2011.  Read about Nelda and her journey to sustainability

What got me started...
The architectural firm that I worked for was remodeling an old building to move into. They were going through the LEED process. We had green building workshops at noon. I got interested but did not find the time to study further.

Why?
After a down turn in the housing market and being laid off, I took classes to become green certified. I got my opportunity to study.

Why was certification important?
As an architect it puts me on the cutting edge of being sustainable. It feels good doing something to be a good steward the earth. As a green certified business it shows that I am walking the talk. As I teach green building techniques to students it shows that I care and that it is not that hard to do something positive for the environment.

Biggest benefit?
Feeling good about doing something positive. Surprise benefit is realizing how many people do not know about being sustainable and being able to educate them on easy steps to be help.

Getting the message out.
Enthusiastic education is the key. For me, many planning and building departments are now requiring the "Green Point Rater-checklist" on plans so I am getting more calls to help advise on the list.

Customer quote: My students have gone on to get BPI - Building Performance Institute certifications to help them retrofit homes with "Upgrade California" They have expressed gratitude for getting them started on the "Green" road. We have started the "Green Check Collective" to help home owners get the $8,900.00 worth of rebates possible to them for upgrading their homes. We are excited.

Nelda Braver- Architect, Green Point Rater/Advisor
LEED Accredited Professional, Certified Green Building Professional,
Green Point Rater/Advisor
www.braverdesigns.com

Don't forget to join us on September 15, 2011 from 4-8pm for Contra Costa's GreenFEST 2011! We will be part of the Todos Santos music and market series at Todos Santos Plaza!

 

 

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 DRE #00615420

 Terrylynn has been a Realtor in Contra Costa County for over 30 years.  She works   with Empire Realty. Terrylynn is a local expert, who believes in specializing for better service to her clients.  She gives talks on Foreclosure Alternatives, Make Home Affordable Programs, Home Staging Consults before you Sell, and is a Senior Real Estate Specialist, Real Estate Collaborative Specialist-Divorce, Certified Residential Professional, EcoBroker and any more. There is no silly question, call now for advice and counsel about your real estate investment.  Click here for a question about the area.  Visit www.BuyStageSell.com to learn more about Terrylynn and her team of Real Estate Professionals and Staging Professionals.  We even stage our short sales! Why?  Because it works.    925 8760966  www.BuyStageSell.com