by Blake Mashburn | Apr 4, 2019 | News
Meet us at the Spring Wine Walk & Street Fair in beautiful Ventura this weekend! Saturday, April 6th, will be filled with unique arts & crafts, delicious wine samplings, and family fun activities!
The SPRING STREET FAIR takes place from 11:00 am to 6:30 pm with FREE admission. The 300, 400 & 500 block of Main Street will be filled with a multitude of vendors, including talented local artists, fantastic non-profits, incredible live entertainment, and So Much More!
From 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, head out on the WINE WALK! Discover the best champagne, wine, beer, and sparkling wines at the various Tasting Sites located throughout Downtown Ventura.
For the ultimate weekend experience, swing by the VIP Bunny Lounge (3:00 pm to 6:00 pm). This 21+ years of age and older area will hold additional wine tastings as well as a variety of exclusive, delicious sweets!
Tickets for this fantastic community event can be purchase online HERE or in person at the Ventura Visitors Center (101 South California Street)!
VIP Bunny Lounge Tickets: $75 (plus fees)
Spring Wine Walk Tickets: $50 (plus fees)
Tickets are almost sold out! Get yours today!
All proceeds will help the Downtown Ventura Organization in their mission to cultivate a vibrant commercial and cultural district in our community!
Start your weekend fun with the little ones during the annual The Hunt, Ventura’s largest FREE holiday egg hunt! Head to Mission Park at 10:30 am sharp to fill your basket with some of the 25,000 eggs hidden throughout the area! Your little ones will enjoy a special appearance by the Easter Bunny himself! Arts & crafts and the fun kids zone start (featuring face painting, balloons, music, and more) promptly at 10:30 am and do not miss these fantastic egg hunt times for your own “bunnies”:
11:00 am – ADA hunt
11:30 am – 0 – 3 year old hunt
12:00 pm – 4 – 6 year old hunt
12:30 pm – 7 – 12 year old hunt
Image Credit: CBF Productions
by Blake Mashburn | Apr 1, 2019 | News
Home sellers are always looking for the secret to selling success! Although the housing market is unpredictable, there are some trends that always seem to hold fast; one being that spring is the hottest time to sell. But, here is even better intel! The best time to list your Ventura is right NOW!
The data team at Realtor.Com set out to find the best time to list your home and, when the results came in, April made it out on top. Their research found that although competition gets heavy during the spring season, it is still relatively low at the beginning of April. In fact, there is 5% less competition from other sellers. As a result, homes are viewed online 14% more. And, this translates to homes being sold quickly and at higher prices! On average, homes are sold 6 days faster and for 6% higher prices! Finally, as an added bonus, price reductions occur 1% less compared to other times of the year. Here’s how all the months stacked up when the data was gathered:
It truly is the perfect time to sell your home. Aside from less competition from sellers, you will enjoy eager buyers! Interest rates are at the lowest they have been in months — below 4.5%! In addition, the majority of buyers on the market are hoping to be in their new home by summer time. Your Ventura home will more likely sell quickly and for top dollar if you list this month!
Work with Blake Mashburn to Sell your Ventura home today! Give us a call at (805) 856-9350 or visit https://blakemashburn.com/!
by Blake Mashburn | Mar 28, 2019 | News
Not only is Ventura County stunningly beautiful, it is also incredibly safe!
Three Ventura County communities were ranked within the state’s top 50 safest cities by home security and safety website SafeWise. To determine their 2019 rankings, SafeHome gathered data from the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program and the U.S. Census. The communities of Moorpark (#25), Thousand Oaks (28), Simi Valley (40), and Camarillo (24) were all recognized for their dedication and success at keeping their residents safe. Not only were these communities top ranked within the state, but all have lower average crime rates than the majority of cities around the United States!
#25 MOORPARK
- Population: 36,813
- Median Income: $102,145
- Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000): 1.30
- Property Crime Rate (per 1,000): 9.02
#28 THOUSAND OAKS
- Population: 129,240
- Median Income: $103,793
- Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000): 1.33
- Property Crime Rate (per 1,000): 13.05
#40 SIMI VALLEY
- Population: 126,635
- Median Income: $93,516
- Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000): 1.45
- Property Crime Rate (per 1,000): 14.40
#47 CAMARILLO
- Population: 67,714
- Median Income: $92,780
- Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000): 1.58
- Property Crime Rate (per 1,000): 16.04
If you are interested in Buying your dream home in beautiful and safe Ventura County, give Blake Mashburn a call today or visit our website at https://blakemashburn.com/.
Image Credit: SafeWise
by Blake Mashburn | Mar 18, 2019 | News
Get your Ventura yard ready for spring by prepping it today! Before the weather warms up too much more, you will get the best results and save time by taking care of your landscape now. Here are the best lawn tasks for you to complete to prep your yard for spring!
- Service Your Mower
Keep your lawn mower in tip top shape all season long! Before you have to start using your lawn mower on a regular basis, it is best to service it now. Give it an oil change. Clean the air filter. Replace the spark plugs. Sharpen the blades.
- Cover The Bare Spots
Look for bare or thin spots of grass in your yard. Add sod or spread grass seed across these areas. Doing it now before soil temperatures rise more will help keep weeds from growing in those areas instead.
- Clear Lawn Debris
Do a thorough clean up of your yard. Remove all branches, leaves, and clumps of lawn debris from your yard and garden. This natural clutter can stunt new growth so it is important to remove it in enough time for the spring blooms to take root.
- Prep Your Plants Apply Fertilizer with Pre-Emergent Herbicide
Check your soil to make sure that it is dry. The best test for this is to see if the soil crumbles in your hand instead of clumping. If it is crumbly, start pruning your shrubs and trees and remove growth from perennials. Add slow release fertilizer to trees and shrubs. Use fertilizer that has a pre-emergent herbicide because this additive will fight weeds before they germinate.
- Pick Your Plants
Now it’s time to get your green thumb going! You can begin adding bare root plants and other foliage that will love the current cooler temperatures. Go to a nursery and preorder your perennials. You will take advantage of early spring savings and will have the best selection of plants.
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by Blake Mashburn | Mar 14, 2019 | News
Get your Ventura home ready to sell by making some renovations. Updating your home will help attract your buyers to your property and will increase the value of your home. While we understand that it might seem counter intuitive to put more money into your home when you are leaving, there are some renovations that have a great return on investment (ROI) and make awesome financial sense for you to complete. The Remodeling 2019 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com) analyzes the average costs of home remodeling projects with the value that those projects have when the homes are sold. Check out the top 5 renovations that will help you sell your Ventura home and make you money!
Install a 4 section steel Garage Door for a fresh, updated look to the exterior of your home. This upscale renovation costs $3,785 and makes you a profit with an ROI of 123.8%!
Add a Manufactured Stone Veneer to the bottom section of your home’s exterior as well as around the front door entryway. This mid-range renovation costs $9,507 and will make you another profit with an ROI of 110.4%!
Create an outdoor living space in your backyard with a Wood Deck Addition. This mid-range renovation costs $16,511 and has a ROI of 87.8%.
Make some updates in a Minor Kitchen Remodel with floors, countertops, and appliances. This mid-range renovation costs $24,950 and has an ROI of 87.1%.
Replace your front door with a Fiberglass Door with Duel Sidelights for a grand entrance to your home. This upscale renovation costs $9,568 and has an ROI of 85.1%.
If you are ready to sell your home, give the Blake Mashburn Group a call today at (805) 856-9350 or visit our website at https://blakemashburn.com/.
by Blake Mashburn | Mar 11, 2019 | News
With incredible weather year round, a stunning natural environment, and charming communities with endless amenities, Ventura County is a great place to call home! But with all Ventura County has to offer, how could you ever narrow down which community is the best fit for you and your family? Have no fear! Neighborhood ranking and review website Niche.com recently released their list of Best Places To Live In Ventura County for 2019!
If you are looking to move to a city in Ventura County, be sure to check out these highly rated communities!
Ojai
Population: 7,594
Median Home Value: $657,000 | Search Ojai Homes For Sale
Niche Overall Grade: B+
This small community is filled with charm. It offers residents beautiful parks, unique restaurants and stores, and fantastic community events throughout the year. It is equally great for families and retirees. Enjoy minimal commute times and low crime rates in this city.
Ventura
Population: 110,153
Median Home Value: $493,800 | Search Ventura Homes for Sale
Niche Overall Grade: B
Located along the stunning Pacific Ocean, Ventura offers beautiful views and endless recreational opportunities for its residents. There is always something fun to do in this thriving mid sized city and it is filled with great dining and retail options. It is a popular community for young professionals and families. The public school system within Ventura is consistently highly rated throughout the state.
Camarillo
Population: 67,116
Median Home Value: $541,600 | Search Camarillo Homes for Sale
Niche Overall Grade: B
Residents in Camarillo enjoy quiet living in this beautiful city. There are many excellent amenities located within the city limits and access to the larger cities in the area is a breeze. There are good public schools as well as many parks to spend time outdoors.
BUY your dream home in one of these fantastic communities! Give us a call today or visit our website at https://blakemashburn.com/!
