Email ElizabethBeware of Sacramento Con Artists on Cellphones
Well, don’t I feel like almost a victim — as I was completely unaware of Sacramento con artists on cellphones. I’m sharing this with you so you’ll recognize it when it happens. We all see the guys with cardboard signs standing on street corners and begging for money. Some of those people have dire needs but some are also professional beggars. Part of me says what difference does it make if people have to lie or beg to get money, we should just give it to them if we have it. But then another part of me says whoa to scammers. Because I don’t like being played as a victim when they tug on my heart strings.
You let down your guard when you walk into Target, for example. Which is where we were yesterday after the Land Park Community Association membership BBQ. Picking up a few items we can’t get at the Sacramento Co-op. Focused, on a mission. Although I was marveling at how different Target looks versus the last time I visited that store at Broadway and Riverside. It’s been redesigned and the layout is different. Just strolling along with my husband, headed for the aisles displaying enormous packages of paper towels.
Someone behind us was on a cellphone. We could not help but overhear his conversation. The person talking seemed overly anxious and said things like, “You know, I have to get to my job. I have to be there in 45 minutes and I can’t lose my job. But I don’t have any money for gas, I don’t want to lose my job.” Very personal information. My bogus radar should have gone up, but it didn’t. I whispered to my husband that we should help this guy. Thinking, maybe we should give him twenty bucks.
Well, apparently a lot of people think that way. I am certainly not the only one. The dude is counting on it. My husband said he heard that same conversation down the street at a different store a few days earlier. Same guy, too. Did not know I have to look out for Sacramento con artists on cellphones, but that’s how they rope you in. Making it sound so innocent, like you just happened to overhear their distressing conversation.
Geez. You can’t even go to Target without confronting Sacramento con artists on cellphones. If you could glance at the scammer’s phone, you’d see there is nobody on the other end of the phone.
Land Park Community Association Membership BBQ: a Real Sunday Treat
We really came to the Land Park Communication Association membership BBQ on Sunday to visit with the dogs. Everybody brings their dogs to these events. Because I always say there is little more rewarding than holding a stick while a dog chews on the other end. Dogs to pet. Dogs to rough-house with, to pay compliments to or just plain scritch behind the ears. Well, we did find two dogs. But we stayed for the food and music.
Far as I know, this is the first Land Park Community Association membership BBQ. Can’t recall ever an invitation to another over the years. It was totally free. BBQ pulled pork and BBQ chicken from T&R Taste of Texas, ice cream from Vic’s. You can see my mint chocolate chip cone above being served by the happiest guy we saw. My husband would disagree, but I say his enthusiastic attitude is probably due to his Hawaiian shirt. Who can’t be happy wearing a Hawaiian shirt?
For a person who has attended zero picnics so far this year, I’ve gone to two picnics this past weekend. And I managed to devour everything on my plate. Macaroni salad, beet salad, pulled pork, BBQ chicken and a salad of greens, cherry tomatoes and croutons.
Even the weather cooperated. It was a beautiful 72 degrees with frequent high winds. The blowing of the leaves across the park whipped some of them off the ground by a good foot or so, so food plate elevation became necessary.
Toward the end of the event, which was only 2 hours long, I had to recap the open house activity from four open houses yesterday. But fortunately, I could do all of that from my cellphone. Thank goodness for technology. I sell can real estate from anywhere.
Pictured above was the band, California Stars. Reminds me of a song on the Mermaid Avenue CD, music by Wilco and Billy Bragg, lyrics originally written by Woody Guthrie. I wonder if there is a connection? Probably not. They were more country honky-tonk, and really good, too.
Improved Price for Woodsy Fair Oaks Pool Home on Acreage
As you turn onto Hillcrest heading to this woodsy Fair Oaks pool home on acreage, you will notice a stable for boarding horses. Many homes in Fair Oaks have horses; according to code one needs a minimum of 22,000 square feet for a horse. This particular home is situated on more than an acre at 1.37 acres, which is the equivalent of 59,677 square feet. Although some of the land is sloped. And let’s not forget there is a pool. Do horses swim? What would you do if a horse got into the pool? See, I do not know. Does Bojack Horseman know things? Ha. Besides, chlorine is probably not good for a horse’s coat, but having limited interaction with horses, I am not a person to ask about equine species.
However, if you want to know about buying a woodsy Fair Oaks pool home on acreage, I most certainly am the person to ask. As a Realtor who has lived through more than four decades of real estate, I am perhaps uniquely qualified. In fact, I was over at Mueller Animal Hospital on Saturday with Jackson our ragdoll. The doctor looked at the carrier with my business card taped to it, and said, “Oh, I have seen your signs around town.” Mentioning she knew that name from somewhere. Jackson has experienced a bit of distress that has been really persistent; nothing that $250 and medication can’t remedy.
One of the most unique features of this woodsy Fair Oaks pool home acreage is its location. Situated at the end of a country cul-de-sac. Very quiet. From Fair Oaks Blvd, you pass by mansions driving down Hillcrest until you come to rest at the top of the driveway. What you immediately spot is an authentic mid-century home, featuring walls of glass, nestled in a forest. There are 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, and dual master suites of similar sizes at opposite ends of the house. Making it a perfect multi-generational set up.
The sellers hauled in yards of soil to prepare the land for the pool, which is visible from many rooms. Sometimes baby Western Screech owls live nearby, and deer wander into the yard to rest in a sunny spot. If you want your home surrounded by nature, trees and wildlife, this is the home for you! Just listen to the wind whistle through the treetops and you hear nothing else except an occasional hoo-hoo, hoo-hoo. Those baby owls are just too cute.
Come to our open house on Sunday, October 7, 2018, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. Hosted by the incredible Barbara Dow from the Elizabeth Weintraub Team, 916.761.7398. 4700 Lakeside Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95608 is offered exclusively by Elizabeth Weintraub and Lyon Real Estate at a new and improved price of $895,000.
The information in this advertisement, including, but not limited to, square footage and/or acreage, has been provided by various sources which may include the Seller, the Multiple Listing Service or other sources. Lyon Real Estate has not and will not investigate or verify the accuracy of this information. Prospective buyers are advised to conduct their own investigation of the Property and this advertised information utilizing appropriate professionals before purchasing this Property.
Pool Home in Davis is Ready for You in Lake Alhambra Estates
This is such a beautiful pool home in Davis, and sadly it’s gone through a string of bad-luck buyers. It cries out for a buyer who will love and appreciate the home. One set of buyers begged us to take their offer while they sold their existing home. They swore up and down this was their dream home, and they would do anything to buy it. Fortunately, they hired a good listing agent who quickly sold their home and set the path to closing. Then, all of a sudden, without warning, without explanation, those buyers canceled the sale of their existing home and also canceled buying this gorgeous pool home in Davis. We are left to surmise that maybe they can’t afford it or don’t want to afford it. Who knows?
It leaves the opportunity available for you to buy this pool home in Davis now. For a long time, the seller worked on getting this home ready for market. Getting ready for the market meant complying with the City of Davis Resale Inspection. We now have the occupancy certificate, and all is good.
Most buyers tell us they love the layout. When you walk into the home, you will see all hardwood floors except for the oversized ceramic flooring in the kitchen. Off to the right is a formal living room that has been converted into an office, featuring a wall of built-in desks, shelves and bookcases. Off to the left is the formal dining room that is big enough for a dining room table that seats a dozen. Straight ahead is the remodeled kitchen with granite counters, island, 5 burner Jenn-Air gas cooktop, including a huge space for a breakfast nook.
You will also find a big family room with fireplace on the main level as well. At the back of the home is a 600-square-foot or so room addition that is a sunroom with heat, AC and dual ceiling fans. The sellers use this room as a retreat during our hot summer months in Davis. As a way to escape the heat after swimming. In fact, the seller says he spent $200,000 on improvements to Los Cerros and the back yard. The yard features an outdoor kitchen, 59 drains, flagstone, custom built-in stone benches, two waterfalls, and is the seller’s pride and joy.
All four bedrooms are upstairs, including a big master suite with plenty of extra closet space. The main square footage, according to the Sacramento County Assessor is 2,772 (with gross including the sunroom at 3,544), but we have not verified that.
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Come to our open house on Sunday, October 7, 2018, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. You can also check out the virtual tour here.
3804 Los Cerros Place, Davis, CA 95618 is offered exclusively by Elizabeth Weintraub and Lyon Real Estate at $1,025,000. Call Elizabeth for more information at 916.233.6759.
The information in this advertisement, including, but not limited to, square footage and/or acreage, has been provided by various sources which may include the Seller, the Multiple Listing Service or other sources. Lyon Real Estate has not and will not investigate or verify the accuracy of this information. Prospective buyers are advised to conduct their own investigation of the Property and this advertised information utilizing appropriate professionals before purchasing this Property.
The Deteriorating Lawrence J. Ellison Parking Garage Elevator
Out of all the times I have encountered the Lawrence J. Ellison parking garage elevator while visiting the Lawrence J. Ellison Ambulatory Center, the name never dawned on me. The dawning, of course, is that the Lawrence J Ellison Ambulatory Center of UC Davis was named for Larry Ellison. You know, the Founder of Oracle or, as is more familiar to me, the guy who paid $300 million to buy the island of Lanai in Hawaii; all but 3,000 acres of it. Because it’s something I wish I could do, buy an island. Only trouble is I don’t have 300 million. And I don’t think there are any more Hawaiian islands to buy.
I had an appointment yesterday at UC Davis for a guided ultrasound steroid injection through the pad of my right foot. It’s such an odd thing, the doctors at UC Davis do not seem certain as to the cause of symptoms. Fortunately, there is no pain associated with this dilemma. It’s just a feeling like I stepped on a wad of gum. The doctors suspect Morton’s Neuroma, but to be sure, they decided to stick a needle into my foot, right by my second toe. This wasn’t a procedure I was completely on board with, especially since there was no pain associated with it.
Also, because my second toe is not bigger than my big toe, which is a sign of Morton’s toe. But it could just present a deeper space, which it does. And the pain usually occurs between the second and third toes, while my sensation is more at the base of my second toe. Well, Thursday is a day off for many Sacramento Realtors. If complications arose, at least I wouldn’t be bombarded by work.
These thoughts ran through my head as I headed into the Lawrence J. Ellison parking garage elevator. The whole thing just seemed unnecessary, and although insurance pays for it, I wasn’t sure I should do it. As I stepped into the elevator, I was unprepared for the scene before me. Look at the condition of this elevator. Its floor is strewn with loose material; there are wadded up Kleenexes in the corner. Super gross. Unsanitary. And the elevator’s walls looks like they have seen better days. Like the paneling is wearing thin. I suppose most of the doctors park on the first floor so perhaps they never enter the Lawrence J. Ellison parking garage elevator to witness this disgrace first hand.
Now, I know people who pooh-pooh naming UC Davis as their primary health care provider because they are afraid a novice will care for them. It’s true that UC Davis is a teaching hospital, and they do train residents. So, you might have a less experienced person drawing your blood or hooking you up to an IV. But I have never felt like I was exposed to rookies. Not to mention, they conduct research at UC Davis. I feel as though they are on top of breaking medical discoveries, more so than a non-teaching hospital.
When I asked the doctor if she felt this procedure was a bit over blown given the fact I am not in pain, she said to think of it as exploratory. Although my pain is zero, after the injection, the feeling of gum stuck to my foot should go away. If it doesn’t, then it’s something else. That sounds logical. Guess I’ll find out in a few days if the sensation is still there. I can tell you getting an injection of lidocaine into your foot or between your toes sounds a lot more painful than it is. I am a wimp. A big wimp when it comes to pain. My pain tolerance level is very low. I get put out for procedures others stay awake for.
However, the upside is if you ever need to get an injection in your foot, it probably won’t be as bad as you imagine. Just hope if you go to UC Davis, the hospital maintenance crew will clean up the Lawrence J. Ellison parking garage elevator.
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