Krista Laulainen, Ashland Agent, Homes & Real Estate in Ashland and Medford Area

Ashland Home on a Creek

2011-07-12T14:18:00.001-07:00

$585,000

And a Creek Runs Through It! Spacious private custom home on 2.5 park-like acres, 90’s remodel with custom wood work, teak parquet floors, vaulted living room with wall of windows, skylights, great kitchen, 4 large bedrooms, 3 tile & cultured marble baths, and big deck overlooking year-round Neil Creek. Lush landscaping & mature trees abound, creek-fed pond, patio w/ koi pond, huge fenced garden, 1,600 sf unfinished daylight basement currently used as workshop and canning room that could be additional living space. Includes an 1,800 sf 5-bay garage/shop with RV-sized door and full bath. Wonderful!

Sincerely,

Krista L. Bolf

Krista Bolf, ABR, CRS

Principal Broker

Rogue Valley’s Realtor® of the Year 2009

Krista@AshlandProWest.com Click for Easy Property Search
www.AshlandProWest.com or www.BuyHomesinMexico.net

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Ashland Home with Creek Frontage

2011-07-12T13:33:00.001-07:00

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Sincerely,

Krista L. Bolf

Krista Bolf, ABR, CRS

Principal Broker

Rogue Valley’s Realtor® of the Year 2009

Krista@AshlandProWest.com Click for Easy Property Search
www.AshlandProWest.com or www.BuyHomesinMexico.net

Coldwell Banker - Over 100 Years of Real Estate Innovation

Real Estate Brokerage Business in the United States and Mexico

Buying or Selling in Oregon? You need Oregon’s Property Buyer’s Advisory

and Agency Disclosure Pamphlet

Toys for Tots - feel good story.

2010-12-03T16:36:00.000-08:00

We have a Toys for Tots box in our office. It is one of the best things about the holidays since you really get to see true holiday spirit. Today we had this little girl come to our office with a toy. She had saved up her money to buy the gift!!! It does not get much better than this.....

Helpful Resources for Short Sales

2010-11-17T14:58:00.000-08:00

Short Sale Resource Center - Bank of America designed for real estate agents

Short Sale Advisory - a Sellers guide

The Basics:Short Sales

Tips and Tools

How's your Short Game? Test your skills

Gringo Gazette TV - Eco Project In The Dessert

2010-10-08T13:05:00.000-07:00

Gringo Gazette TV - Eco Project In The Dessert

Testing Google Alerts for Bryan Schlafke

2010-09-20T12:22:00.000-07:00

If you don't know already, you should probably sign up for a Google Account and Google Alerts. I am running this blog to show a friend how it works. His name is Bryan Schlafke and now that his name is out there on the Internet, he should get an email alerting him to the fact that someone has posted something about him. he should click on the link he gets sent to make sure the information is ok and correct.

Ashland and Medford Homes Prices will go up in 2010?

2009-11-13T17:19:00.000-08:00

Today I attend a conference regarding the housing economy. One of our speakers was Lawerence Yun, the chief economist for the National Association of Realtors, according to him, he predicts home sales to increase by at least 15% in 2010.
He also predicts home prices to appreciate by about 3 to 5% from where the prices are at today. This is good news for sellers who want to sell their home or property next year in the Ashland and Medford area.
Three to 5 percent is a normal home appreciation since it matches normal inflation.Right now the overall housing inventory is at about 8 months which is down from last year, but not quite to normal at a 6 months supply as he is predicting for 2010.

Pending Home Sales Rise Again in Ashland and Medford area.

2009-11-02T20:00:00.000-08:00

According to the National Association of Realtors:
Washington, November 02, 2009
Pending home sales rose again, marking eight consecutive monthly gains – the longest streak since measurement began in 2001, according to the National Association of Realtors®.
The Pending Home Sales Index,* a forward-looking indicator based on contracts signed in September, rose 6.1 percent to 110.1 from a reading of 103.8 in August, and is 21.2 percent higher than September 2008 when it stood at 90.9. The gain from a year ago is the largest annual increase on record, and the index is at the highest level since December 2006 when it was 112.8.
Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, said the momentum is understandable. “What we’re witnessing is a rush of first-time buyers trying to beat the expiration of the tax credit at the end of this month,” he said. “Home values will stabilize sooner rather than over-correcting. That, in turn, will mean wealth stabilization for the vast number of middle-class families and lay the foundation for a durable economic recovery.”
NAR estimates approximately 3 million renters are now financially well-qualified to buy a median-priced home. “As long as buyers do not overstretch and stay well within their budget, a sizable pent-up demand can be tapped among financially qualified potential buyers,” Yun said. “Although the tax credit is greatly reviving the existing home market, new-home sales may continue to struggle as home builders hold back production to drive down inventory. In addition, there remains an ongoing credit crunch for construction loans.”
The Pending Home Sales Index in the Northeast slipped 2.0 percent to 83.6 in September but remains 16.9 percent above September 2008. In the Midwest the index rose 8.1 percent to 98.2 in September and is 17.8 percent higher than a year ago. In the South, pending home sales increased 4.9 percent to an index of 109.7 and is 22.8 percent above September 2008. In the West the index jumped 10.2 percent to 143.8 and is 23.7 percent above a year ago.
Yun added that strong near-term reports should not be overstated. “We’re clearly not out of the woods because an excess of homes remains on the market despite recent improvements,” he said. “Although current inventory is getting closer to price equilibrium, foreclosures will continue to enter the pipeline. An extended and expanded tax credit would help absorb this incoming inventory.”
The National Association of Realtors®, “The Voice for Real Estate,” is America’s largest trade association, representing 1.2 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.
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*The Pending Home Sales Index is a leading indicator for the housing sector, based on pending sales of existing homes. A sale is listed as pending when the contract has been signed but the transaction has not closed, though the sale usually is finalized within one or two months of signing.
The index is based on a large national sample, typically representing about 20 percent of transactions for existing-home sales. In developing the model for the index, it was demonstrated that the level of monthly sales-contract activity from 2001 through 2004 parallels the level of closed existing-home sales in the following two months. There is a closer relationship between annual index changes (from the same month a year earlier) and year-ago changes in sales performance than with month-to-month comparisons.
An index of 100 is equal to the average level of contract activity during 2001, which was the first year to be examined as well as the first of five consecutive record years for existing-home sales.
A forecast for housing and the economy will be released November 13 at 11 a.m. PST at the 2009 REALTORS® Conference & Expo in San Diego. Existing-home sales for October will be reported November 23 and the next Pending Home Sales Index will be on December 1; release times are 10 a.m. EST.
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Ashland Oregon Homes Sales are Increasing?

2009-10-04T10:54:00.000-07:00

According to recent article by Los Angeles Times, Peter Y. Hong (9/27/09)
"Over the next few decades, "We can expect a gradual rise [in home values], but not the bonanza we've become accustomed to between the end of World War II and 2006, and especially the last 20 years," says Robert Reich, public policy professor at UC Berkeley and U.S. Labor secretary in the Clinton administration.
The reasons cited for the change include the absence of pent-up demand that followed the Great Depression and World War II and the aging of the baby boomers who carried that housing demand forward, says housing consultant Thomas Lawler."
This opinion contradicts the National Association of Realtors general housing outlook which cites the increase in population due to birth rates and immigration are creating pent-up demand which is part of the recent surge in buyer activity.

Time is running out so Buy a Home in Ashland Today!

2009-08-15T08:22:00.000-07:00

A friendly reminder to all of you first time home buyers....The last day to purchase a house a get the first time home buyer credit of $8000 is November 30, 2009. That might seem like you still have time, but if you do the math, you will see it is not. In order to close by Nov 30, you need to be in a signed contract no later than Oct. 15th, but that assumes there are no glitches or big repairs, and you actually close and buy the home. So really that means you need to be in contract by Oct 1st so if that house does not work out or there is a glitch, you can still make the Nov 30th dare.But...that means all the other buyers are thinking the same thing and they will be rushing around to get a property in contract by Oct 1st so that really means you need to be in contract by Sept 15th.Okay....Now you can see what I mean, time is running out. You really have less than one month. Call me today! 482-5590.

Go to my website at http://www.ashlandprowest.com/ and click on the dollar bill logo.

Rogue Valley's Realtor of the Year - Krista Bolf

2009-07-21T17:38:00.000-07:00

This is one time when I will toot my own horn. I was recently honored with the Realtor of the Year Award. You can view the article here.

Ashland Oregon's Cutest Craftsman Home!!

2009-07-21T17:36:00.000-07:00

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

129 High Street, Ashland, OR

Classic Craftsman Close to Downtown Ashland!

2BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $399,000

Year Built	1906
Sq Footage	1,037
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	None
Lot Size	0.07 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

This charming craftsman home, located 2 blocks from the plaza, has been lovingly restored and updated from the roof to the landscaping. Features include central air conditioning, eucalyptus hardwood floors, new appliances, skylight and solar tubes, new windows, custom lighting, automatic irrigation system, built-in storage, upgraded electrical and plumbing throughout, master bath with original claw foot tub, excellent storage in basement.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

• Central A/C	• Central heat	• Fireplace
• Hardwood floor	• Living room	• Breakfast nook
• Dishwasher	• Refrigerator	• Stove/Oven
• Washer	• Dryer	• Balcony, Deck, or Patio

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jul 10, 2009, 12:33pm PDT

Easy Ashland Home and Real Estate Search

2009-07-08T18:09:00.001-07:00

Visit our new website and try out our new real estate search tools. It is free and we won't contact you if you don't want. You can search by map or price range. I really like the map version since you can look easily in the neighborhoods you want to buy a house in.

You click on the balloons and it will showcase the house and general information.

Beautiful Ashland Home - $355,000!

2009-07-07T13:23:00.000-07:00

Sam Whitford | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 541-821-0474

1214 Munson Drive, Ashland, OR

Charming Ashland Cottage!

2BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $355,000

Year Built	1997
Sq Footage	1,282
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	.11 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Beautiful Home! Sellers paid $365,000 for home in 2006 and have added over $45,000 in improvements since! Hardwood floors in living, dining and entry. Gas fireplace, window seat, built-ins in living room. Large kitchen with pantry & new double-oven gas range. Dining room with built-in buffet. Hall bath features Victorian fixtures and legged tub. Large former laundry room converted to office. Large Trex deck with built-in bench, electric retractable awning and gas barbecue. Garage has been expanded 3 feet in back. Show and home will sell itself!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

• Central A/C	• Central heat	• Fireplace
• Hardwood floor	• Living room	• Dishwasher
• Refrigerator	• Stove/Oven	• Microwave
• Washer	• Dryer	• Laundry area - garage
• Balcony, Deck, or Patio	• Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Sam Whitford

Coldwell Banker Pro West

541-821-0474

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jul 3, 2009, 3:21pm PDT

Affordable Ashland Condo Walking Distance to Downtown

2009-07-07T13:05:00.000-07:00

Kristi Gomez, Broker/Realtor | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 541-261-2094

636 East Main Street, Ashland, OR

Location, Location, Location!

2BR/1.5BA Condo

offered at $215,000

Year Built	1979
Sq Footage	1,094
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	1 Uncovered spaces
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$100 per month

DESCRIPTION

Location, location, location! This elegant, artistic 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 1,094 square foot condo is 3 blocks to downtown theaters, restaurants, shopping, Lithia Park and bus line. Designer colors throughout with beautiful Brazilian Cherrywood floors and staircase. Enjoy your evenings by the fireplace with custom mantle and your days in the Zen-inspired garden patio. The kitchen has exquisite granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, instant hot water faucet and double ovens. Designer ceiling fans, washer/dryer upstairs, remodeled in 2005. HOA $100 per month. A personal sanctuary!

An affordable ashland condo!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

• Central A/C	• Central heat	• Fireplace
• Hardwood floor	• Living room	• Dishwasher
• Refrigerator	• Stove/Oven	• Microwave
• Granite countertop	• Stainless steel appliances	• Washer
• Dryer	• Laundry area - inside	• Balcony, Deck, or Patio

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Photo 5	Photo 3

Contact info:

Kristi Gomez, Broker/Realtor

Coldwell Banker Pro West

541-261-2094

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jul 7, 2009, 11:52am PDT

Ashland Oregon Home Sales Information

2009-06-24T15:49:00.001-07:00

This graph shows the last 13 months of Ashland Oregon real estate sales activity. The number of Ashland Home sales are up this year compared to last year same time period. For more information contact me.

Ashland Oregon View Home

2009-06-23T18:29:00.000-07:00

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

1800 Peachey Road, Ashland, OR

A Matchless Modern Home!

3BR/3BA Single Family House

offered at $569,900

Year Built	1990
Sq Footage	2,670
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	.25 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

A Matchless Modern Home! Mostly single level home with a panoramic view. Enjoy the vaulted ceilings, skylights, private patios and decks, wood floors, wood-clad windows, double-sided fireplace, wet bar, sub-zero refrigerator, wine vault, all while living on a spacious private lot in town. The master suite has a sitting area with a view and recently remodeled bath with soaking tub, walk-in slate-like shower. Possible separate office, fourth bedroom, or rental with private bathroom. Numerous lush plantings, raised beds, retaining walls, sprinkler system. Room for small RV or boat.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Tile floor	Living room
Office/Den	Dining room	Dishwasher
Refrigerator	Stove/Oven	Microwave
Laundry area - inside	Balcony, Deck, or Patio	Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Photo 5	Photo 6
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Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: May 7, 2009, 12:51pm PDT

Ashland Home Sales are better in 2009 than 2008

2009-06-21T11:52:00.000-07:00

Recent statistical information suggests that 2009 will be a better year than 2008 for home sales in Ashland and Medford Oregon. That last 3 quarters of posted sales information shows the number of sold homes has increased, the number of pending homes sales is up, and so far inventory is not up. For more information go to www.ashlandprowest.com and click the JacStats icon.

REALTORÂ® Magazine-Daily News-HUD: Homebuyer Tax Credit Loans Still on Track

2009-05-28T17:56:00.001-07:00

REALTORÂ® Magazine-Daily News-HUD: Homebuyer Tax Credit Loans Still on Track

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Stunning Medford Oregon Home for $450,000

2009-04-24T17:18:00.000-07:00

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

4627 Hathaway Drive, Medford, OR

Elegant French Provincial!

4BR/2.5BA Single Family House

offered at $450,000

Year Built	2003
Sq Footage	2,518
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	3 Car garage
Lot Size	.26 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Elegant French Provincial home with curb-side appeal--this home is alive with natural light! 2 story great room & entry, 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, 2,518 square feet of quality living. The main level has hardwood flooring and gas fireplace, with wainscoting & crown molding throughout. The kitchen has an extra large island bar and copper accents for fun entertaining. The master suite includes, fireplace, large soaking tub, travertine tile floors & countertops. Separate climate controls and triple car garage! Don't miss the beautiful landscaping---an enchanting sanctuary for your enjoyment!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor
Tile floor	Dishwasher	Refrigerator
Stove/Oven	Microwave	Laundry area - inside
Balcony, Deck, or Patio	Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Apr 13, 2009, 3:01pm PDT

Healing the Habits of the Mind

2008-08-17T18:20:00.000-07:00

I think you will find this work by Kathryn Kelley to be refreshing and unique in its ability to REALLY help individuals overcome issues which have plagued them for perhaps years.

Breaking the personal cycle of despair so that an individual can best achieve the ability to choose her/her sense of well-being in any environment is the underlying goal of this work. Because so many people suffer from malaise brought about by fear, loneliness and a sense of isolation, she has developed these first three CD’s in this offering: Healing the Habits of the Mind:

“Overcoming Anxiety, Living a Living a Life of Freedom and Purpose”
“Enhancing your Self-Esteem; Learning to Appreciate your own Gifts and Talents”
“Healing your Relationship with Food”

Each is unique in that each focuses on the causes and mechanisms for relief for that particular difficulty. They are NOT simple affirmations or overused quick remedies which might work for a while but leave the individual frustrated and still suffering in the long run.

They ARE deeply relaxing, bi-lateral re-processing of upsetting or irrational belief systems. These difficult belief systems and the feelings that accompany them can then be supplanted with life-giving beliefs and feelings which make the transition to healthier choices less stressful for a great many individuals. Kathryn Kelley uses EMDR techniques (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), movement of emotions through the chakra energy system of the body and deep relaxation/breathing to realize these benefits. We believe when individuals achieve higher levels of consciousness, the culture, society and community are made better as a result.

Also what is most intriguing and fun is how she in incorporating this bi-lateral healing with an exercise called NIA. It is a combination of yoga, dance, and tai chi. The combination of using the CD's and along with exercise is truly WHOLElistic.

Go to http://www.kelleyinstitute.com for more info.

The Perception of Freedom

2008-08-17T18:07:00.000-07:00

Call me if you are interested in investing in a new, revolutionary lifestyles televisions and DVD series! The series is called The Perception of Freedom by the Sun is Rising, llc. The return on investment is 5 times plus your initial investment.

You can check out the website for more information.

Investment Opportunity with your IRA or SEP

2008-08-17T17:59:00.000-07:00

With the stock market in it's current state of malaise, there is one thing you can do to increase your retirement funds. It is call a self-directed IRA or SEP. Basically, this method allows you to decide where to put your money. It can be in real estate (not your personal residence) or companies that are not traded on the stock market. There are a few companies around that will be the "custodian" for you as you can't directly invest the money yourself.

Locally, South Valley Bank and Trust is custodian, but there are others around the USA>
You can also invest your money in other countries. Ask me about investing in real estate in Mexico with your SEP or IRA.

Welcome!

2008-08-14T16:12:00.000-07:00

Welcome to my blog! I have an extensive background in real estate in the USA, but I also know about buying and selling property in Mexico.