The Tea Party in El Dorado Hills-600+ at Oak Ridge High!

I have been to many town hall meetings lately...glad to finally see a few more of our County residents gettin out to make it to these important meetings. THis past Wednesday, more than 600 of us convened at Oak Ridge high to hear what a few of the Politicians had to say....Carly sure gave the crowd
alot to clap about...is she the right one to replace Barbara Boxer? Chuck De Vore made the crowd roar once or twice too...

Let's start a pole-what do you think?
Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI, Broker Associate Connect Realty.com, INC. Real Estate Counselor http://www.wendimae.com/ wendimae@wendimae.com Toll Free 866-333-6333 or 916-616-0874 Direct. I want to hear from you!

The Cost Gap Narrows in El Dorado Hills

Thinking of buying a home? Consider this: The gap between monthly rents and mortgage payments is at its lowest level in almost 20 years.
In some markets, the difference can be less than $100, according to a national study conducted for The Associated Press by Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services.
The study, part of a week-long look at homeownership by the AP, found years of falling home prices and low interest rates have created the ultimate buyer's market. But while buying a home is more affordable, it isn't necessarily easier.
Tougher lending standards have made it harder to qualify for a home loan, and unemployment is at 9.7 percent. Tax incentives for homebuyers will expire April 30, and interest rates are expected to increase this year.
"Statistically, it's a great time to buy," said Hessam Nadji, managing director of Marcus & Millichap. "Psychologically, the consumer doesn't feel like it's a great time to buy."
The analysis of 45 metro areas found the difference between the monthly mortgage payment on a median-priced home and the median rent is down to $256. The last time that gap was anywhere near that small was in 1993 when it fell to $264, according to the study.
Marcus & Millichap used median prices for the last three months of 2009 and calculated mortgage payments by assuming a 10 percent down payment and a 30-year fixed loan at 5.07 percent, among other factors. It also assumed borrowers.

Let Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI Resident Realtor for Connect Realty.com, INC., be your resource-phone us today Toll Free 866-333-6333 or direct at 916-616-0874 also wendimae@wendimae.com or check out her personal website at: http://www.wendimae.com/

There is soon to be a new Sheriff in Town!

There is soon to be a new Sheriff in El Dorado County-Know the Candidates

Last Tuesday the El Dorado Hills Communty Center was the meeting place for all those interested, to come and meet the Candidates for County Sheriff. Also to hear what they had to say-about why they are running for County Sheriff-and what they will do while they hold the position.

There will be 3 to 4 more Town Hall meetings between now and the June 5th election Day. Be sure to check out your Candidates personal website or the Mountain Democrat (and Life papers) for the next scheduled event-near you. Here is a photo taken during the interviews at El Dorado Hills Community Center- The Candidates are:

Craig Therkildsen http://craig4sheriff.com/

"Protecting your safety" "You, Your family, Your property. In these difficult economic times, my experience will help make this happen."

George Nielsen http://www.georgenielsen4sheriff.com/
"Community Leadership for the Future"

John D'Agostini http://www.johndagostini.com/

"Leadership that Listens"

Bob Luca http://www.luca4sheriff.com/
"Proven Leadership for tough times"

Ernie Hillman http://www.erniehillman.com/
"Proven Leadeship We can trust"

Larry Hennick No website address given
"Larry has the knowledge, training, experience and leadership to be our next leader of the Sheriff's department"

Check them out-You need to be involved with who will lead your Police Department. It is an important decision-and an important Vote. If you need a voter registration card-or any information on El Dorado County-and cities within, call me anytime:

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,
Broker Associate, Real Estate Counselor.
23 Year Veteran in the field!
Toll Free 866-333-6333 or
wendimae@wendimae.com Resume' and references and many other resources and facts can be found at: http://www.wendimae.com/

How to make being GREEN-easy and practical

The savings to you-when you take a few easy steps to be GREEN-are a plenty! We need to learn not to use our resources in such a way that they become depleted for future generations. One truth-up to 30%, on average, of our home's heating and air is wasted. THis being said, I know-being a Realtor, there is alot I can do to help my clients save money, and make a difference to their environment-each and every day.

Here is a start-these are some of the best websites I have researched, thus far:

http://www.energystar.gov/

which offers guidelines for energy audits and managment, green constriction, and rebates.
http://www.fypower.org/

You can enter a zipcode and also search for local rebates, energy audits, etc.
http://www.cheers.org/

which stands or the California Home Energy Efficiency Rating Services-Rates and certifies home builders on energy-efficient construction.
http://www.green.car.org/

Provides information to homeowners, Realtors, and the general public on how to "green" their living spaces.
HTTP://www.easyecoblog.com/470/ways-to-save-energy-money-on-your-energy-bill

Will provide Hundreds of ways to save money and energy.

Let's all make a change. Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,

Broker Associate for Connect Realty.com, INC
wendimae@wendimae.com personal website

http://www.wendimae.com/ or call us Toll free 866-333-6333

El Dorado Hills Assistance League-they are really making a difference!

Comprised of more than 50 female residents and formed less than 2 years ago, the assistance league of Sierra Foothills meets once a month to discusss what can be done to make the community a better place to live. More specifically, they work to create programs that can help those less fortunate. All the monies they raise, are used locally. They are a National Non-profit organization that facilitates community-based philanthropic programs. Unlike most national charities, their focus is on local chapter needs.

They have projects for youngsters, children in foster care and seniors too. The group's two annual yard sales fund many of their activities and addt'l funding is raised through the sales of See's candies, gov't grants, and private donations. This years major funding activity will be "Gardens of the Hills",THis event will tour El Dorado Hills' gardens on May 16th. Co-Sponsored with friends of the El Dorado Hills Library. Last year alone they worked more than 3500 hours on various projects. The group is also currently working on the "Sports Locker project" which will provide recreation equipment to children who do not have the financial means to participate in sports. "Books on Wheels" just recently initiated, will provide books to homebound individuals who do not have access to El Dorado Hills libraries.

Let's give them a hand!

If you would like to join, donate, or for more information-916-939-2433.

Or visit the league located at 2222 Francisco Drive Suite 510-249 in El Dorado Hills. http://www.assistanceleague.org/

For more details on th El Dorado Hills Community contact

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,

Broker Associate for Connect Realty.com, INC.,

4354 Town Center Blvd Suite 114-133 El Dorado Hills.

916-616-0874

wendimae@wendimae.com

http://www.wendimae.com

The Youth of El Dorado Hills

With the Economy in its current condition and local schools struggling to provide students with the best education possible, the use of mentoring programs in elementary and Middle schools proves as effective way of helping to offset some of the challenges teachers face in the classroom.
It is often very difficult to receive one-on-one help from their teachers due to class size. One program geared toward assisting children (and teachers) with extra help is often often offered by the Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Dorado County. Their School Mentoring Program, which extends to the 50 Corridor and El Dorado Hills Area assists 10 local elementary and middle schools. The children are matched one-to-one with a Community volunteer called a "school mentor" who meets with the student at their school during the students lunch hour, one day a week.

The mentor program is a evidence-based program that helps students feel more connected to their school and and helps them to be more successful in school, both socially and academically.

For more information on this program, contact Big Brothers and Sisters of El Dorado County and El Dorado Hills http://www.mentors4youth.org/
Become a Big Brother or Sister today!

For more details on any program in El Dorado HIlls contact your Resident Realtor-

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI,

Broker Associate Connect Realty.com, INC.

Toll Free 866-333-6333 or

wendimae@wendimae.com

http://www.wendimae.com

Serrano Golf Community

Serrano of El Dorado Hills-is a gated Community with 17 miles of hiking trails, 1000 Acres of Open space, Many neighborhood parks, and award winning schools. Click on the photo to enlarge image size.

Call your local resource for all information you could ever need on this Community, and surrounding neighborhoods in El Dorado County.

Wendi-Mae Davis, CRS, GRI
Broker Associate
Connect Realty.com, INC.
http://www.wendimae.com/
wenidmae@wendimae.com
Toll Free 866-333-6333