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Pam Murray is a dedicated, passionate, and market-savvy professional who puts her clients’ satisfaction before all else. Her attention to detail, superior people skills, broad knowledge of the real estate industry as a whole, and her pure determination to indulge her clients with first class service sets her apart. Pam understands the power of creative, well-organized and highly effective marketing and offers customized marketing plans that maximize property exposure to the most qualified buyers. A real estate transaction is really about managing people, their desires and their finances. It is an intricate and consequential negotiation. Pam knows that it is not only important to secure the most able buyer, but also the one that is most likely to close the deal. When so much is at stake, Pam is the one you want to represent you. Her fair yet aggressive negotiating style and protectiveness of her clients’ best interests and ultimately, their assets, has gained her respect with colleagues and clients alike. Pam knows that every transaction represents the most important purchase or sale a person can make, and she takes every precaution to ensure that communication is impeccable with all parties involved from beginning to end. Whether it’s patiently guiding first time buyers through this exciting process or following through with clients’ needs long after the transaction is over, Pam’s warm, caring yet efficient business style will turn you, too, into a client for life. Driven Pam grew up in Massachusetts on her family’s ranch near the coast and therefore has a deep appreciation for the California way of life. Pam unlike many Realtors in California has a professional background in the horse industry where she learned to adapt to many different people and situations quickly and competitively. Her insight gained from years of involvement in the horse industry has granted her a unique perspective on and approach to the real estate industry. Her enthusiasm and tenacity has allowed her to emerge as one of El Dorado County’s finest Realtors. In her first year alone, Pam was honored with the prestigious Platinum award. A homeowner, wife and mother of two children in Placerville, Pam is truly dedicated to her neighbors and upholding the integrity of the foothill communities. SELLERS! If you're planning to sell your home in the next few months, this FREE service is designed to help establish your home's current market value. Simply choose Market Analysis and fill out the requested information. I will use comparable sold listings to help you calculate the fair market value of your home. BUYERS! Automatically receive personalized MLS listings by e-mail. Early each morning I will search the local MLS and find the homes that match your criteria and notify you immediately with the latest listing information!! Simply choose Dream Home Finder and fill in the requested information. Or, search for yourself at [Search For Homes]. Specialization I specialize in representing my clients in the purchases and sales of single-family residences, Horse property, Equestrian Communities, Ranches, Land and income property within the counties of Amador, El Dorado, Placer & Sacramento, El Dorado Hills, Placerville Apple Hill. I keep current of all transactions in these areas, and I'm also very knowledgeable with the local schools. Personal Pam Murray is a real estate professional as well as an avid equestrian. Focusing on equestrian real estate allows her to utilize her professional experience and her lifetime love of horses. Pam keeps up to date on available properties through all the mainstream real estate channels as well as in the equestrian marketplace. Her marketing efforts are targeted to exclusive publications, direct mail campaigns and networking to find the right property or the right buyer. Pam and her family have lived in El Dorado County since 1986. She is an active member in the community, local horse clubs and is a volunteer with the California Conservation Trail Patrol. ********************************************** If you are looking to buy or sell horse property in Northern California... You have found your realtor. Pam puts her real estate experience and lifetime love of horses to work for you, with knowledge, integrity and strong work ethics, Pam works hard to find the place that's right for you. Having extensive knowledge of the horse communities, riding stables, trails and horse network, helping to make your relocation a pleasant experience. Visit Pam's website, "your equestrian and real estate connection". www.PamMurray.net www.PamSellsHorseProperty.com *************************************************************** NEVADA CITY NEVADA CITY is known as the Queen City of the Northern Mines. It is claimed by many to be California's prettiest and best-preserved Gold Rush towns. Nevada City is embraced by deep green hillsides in the Spring and considered one of nature's brightest western fall-color canvases between mid October and Thanksgiving. The entire downtown historic district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, comprised of more than 90 quaint brick storefronts and picturesque Victorian homes. ************************************************************* PLACERVILLE Placerville sits on Hwy 50 in the foothills and serves as the gateway to South Lake Tahoe. Take a walk down Main Street pursuing the quaint shops of Historic Downtown Placerville, or visiting one of the many historical sites Today Placerville's healthy economy is in part due to its diverse industries including; Gold, lumber, lime, slate, pears, apples, cherries, cattle, sheep, wine grapes, wineries, and Christmas trees. *************************************************************** PLYMOUTH The city of Plymouth lies on flat to gently rolling terrain located at the lower elevations of the western slope of the Sierra Nevada. Plymouth is well known as the site of the Amador County Fair which was started in 1938, and lauded as one of the last true county fairs in the state. Every year people from all over the world, as well as locals visit the fair the last weekend of July to enjoy a destruction derby, rodeo, animal judging, horse show, displays of antique equipment, plus music, arts, crafts, food and a carnival. Something to enjoy for the whole family. Plymouth is also known as the "gateway to the Shenandoah Valley" boasting 21 wineries and the Amador Flower Farm. Before leaving Plymouth, a trip down Main Street is a must do on anyone's list. **************************************************************** SOMERSET PRIME 20 ACRES IN THE HEART OF FAIRPLAY WINE COUNTRY SPECTACULAR VIEWS, EXCELLENT HORSE PROPERTY, AWESOME LEVEL TO GENTLE ROLLING LAND, SUPER FOR VINEYARDS, WORKING HORSE RANCH, WITH POND, MATURE OAK TREES & UNIQUE MASSIVE BOULDERS. 3 BD.2BA RANCH HOME WITH LARGE SHOP, PASTURES AND SMALL ARENA, SADDLE UP AND RIDE TO ONE OF THE MANY LOCAL VINEYARDS OR START YOUR OWN...***ATTENTION INVESTORS*** THIS PROPERTY IS ZONED MEDIUM DENSITY WITH COUNTY APPROVAL COULD BE SPLIT TO 1 ACRE PARCELS!!! MINUTES TO MAJOR SHOPPING AND FREEWAY. feature property www.CaliforniaHorseProperty.net **************************************************************** AUBURN Auburn, the “Endurance Capital of the World” host to the Tevis Cup and Western States ultra run, sits just above the valley fog and below the snowline of the sierra. Auburn is nestled in the oaks and cedars of the sierra foothills near the American River. A perfect blend of days gone by and modern development maintaining small town charm. An abundance of history surrounds this city including the oldest continuously operating post office in the United States and the seven oldest businesses in California. Visitors can enjoy the history or shopping, fine dining, entertainment, antique shops, art galleries, museums, and many recreational attractions ************************************************************** GRASS VALLEY Grass Valley was built upon the wealth of gold, agriculture and commerce. Now a bustling community filled with an abundance of history as well as hi-tech businesses. You can delight in browsing the quaint streets of Grass Valley while shopping in a wide variety of unique stores. Antique shops, art galleries, contemporary stores, fine restaurants, surrounded by lush meadows and beautiful countryside. Each season in this popular sierra foothill town is filled with celebration. The spectacular fall colors of Grass Valley will justify your feelings that natures creations were made for our pleasure. Do not miss Cornish Christmas with music, carriage rides, costumed venders selling mistletoe and crafts or the Candlelight Bed and Breakfast Tour of Historic Inns during Winter months. Spring is filled with delightful weather, Classic Car Shows, a Wine and Culinary Festival, and Garden Tours just to name a few events. If outdoor recreation is what you are looking for then Summer in Grass Valley is the place to be. Fishing derbies, hiking events, golf tournaments, horse shows, music festivals, cultural events, yes summer is a great time in Grass Valley. Enjoy Blues and Celtic Festivals, a Triathlon, Gem and Mineral Show, Octoberfest, Duck Race, Chili Cook Off, and many more events. The scenic backdrop of oak and pine covered lush rolling foothills with the past and present combined is what makes Grass Valley a desirable destination any time of year. *********************************************************** GRANITE BAY A great place to live, work and play The unincorporated Placer County community of Granite Bay had a population of about 20,000 residents at the 2000 census and covers an area of approximately 25 square miles. It is situated on the north shore of Folsom Lake about 25 miles northeast of Sacramento on the eastern edge of the Sacramento Valley at the base of the Sierra foothills. The community boasts of a very high quality of life due to it's great location, sound community plan, first rate schools, numerous churches, a low crime rate and excellent recreation opportunities. The community is home to some of the Sacramento areas finest and most exclusive homes. Typically, summers are hot and dry, while winters are cool and rainy. Summers average high temperatures are about 95 degrees but with the usual cooling evening breezes average summer lows drop to about 60 degrees. Average temperatures in the winter range from highs of about 54 to lows near 40 degrees with an occasional frost. Annual rainfall averages near 25 inches per season, falling predominantly in the winter months *************************************************************** MEADOW VISTA **************************************************************** Wine Country, Horse Property, Vacation Homes, Investment Property, Working Horse Ranches, Homes and Land for sale. Please visit Pam's other webites www.PamMurray.net www.HorseandHome.info www.BuyHomesinEldoradoCounty.com www.PamSellsHorseProperty.com Search all available listing on the MLS, receive instant notification when a new listing hits the market. HOMES AND LAND PRICED FROM $100,000 TO $15,000,000 **************************************************************** Eldorado National Forest / 1-800-280-CAMP The following campgrounds offer facilities for horsetrailers and stock, and offer access to hundreds of miles of trails on which equestrian use is permitted. DRU BARNER PARK (G) - Elevation 3,000'. 16 Units for equestrian and/or single family use. No fee, no water, no toliets. From Wentworth Springs Road, five miles east of Georgetown, turn left on Bypass Road. Go 1 1/2 miles on gravel road to the park. No motorcycles. Equestrian Trail Nearby. No reservations. Pacific Crest Trail - The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail extends 2,600 miles from Canada to Mexico. It passes through 23 National Forests, including several Wilderness areas, 7 National Parks and other numerous portions of government and private lands. From the North, the Pacific Crest Trail enters the Eldorado National National Forest in Desolation Wilderness. It continues south jogging back and forth between the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit and the Toiyabe and El Dorado National Forests. The entire Pacific Crest Trail is closed to all types of vehicles, including bicycles. For more information and specific trailhead information, please visit the Pacific Crest Trail Association Web Site at: www.pcta.org LOON LAKE EQUESTRIAN GROUP (Pac) - Elevation 6,500'. Access to Desolation Wilderness. 5 Units. $35 Fee, 25 people, piped water, vault toliets, picnic tables. Located on Loon Lake in the Crystal Basin, approximately 29 miles north of HWY 50 via the Ice House and Loon Lake Roads. Reservations are required through the National Forest Reservation Company from 05/24 through 09/10. TELL CREEK HORSE CAMP (Pac) - Elevation 6,300'. Access to Desolation Wilderness, Primitive equestrian camping available. Narrow paved road, no water, no toliets. Stream water available. From HWY 50 about 20 miles east of Placerville, turn on Ice House Road, Travel north about 20 miles to Robbs Saddle, turn right (east) on Tells Creek Road (signed as Tells Creek Horse Camp/Desolation Wilderness Trail Head, forest road #13N22). Travel six miles to the parking area on the right. A corral is available just before reaching the parking area. WRIGHTS LAKE (Pac) - Elevation 7,000'. Access to Desolation Wilderness. Campground, picnic units and equestrian camping. No motor boats. Equestrian camping is available in the horse meadow, with no facilities and no fee or reservations. Reservations for the family campground will be required 07/12 to 09/02 and may be made through the National Forest Reservation Company. Weather permitting, the campground is available on a first come, first served basis before and after these dates. Located 34 miles east of Placerville and 8 miles north of HWY 50 on Wrights Lake Road, in the Crystal Basin. Equestrian use is permitted on most Eldorado National Forest Land, including trails into the Desolation Wilderness and Mokelumne Wilderness. In the wilderness areas, use is restricted to hikers, horses, llamas and the like. Bicycles and motorized vehicles are not permitted. In forest areas outside of the wilderness, hiking trails may also be shared with mountain bikes and/or motorized vehicles. Free permits must be obtained for wilderness entry. **************************************************************** Tax Considerations New 1031 Exchange Rules One of the most popular "tax deferring" strategies for real estate owners who are selling one property and acquiring another is the use of Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code. It is an effective way to defer paying income tax on capital gain generated by the sale of a property when you intend to reinvest the proceeds in a similar, "like-kind" property. Almost any kind of real property is considered "like-kind" with any other real property. A recently enacted law closes what was considered a loophole in the Section 1031 rules. In some cases, owners of investment real estate have used the 1031 Exchange to swap their investment property for real estate that could be readily converted to an owner-occupied residential property. After the exchange, they made the property into their principal residence, lived in it for a couple of years, then sold it. Now the American Job Creation Act of 2004 has ruled that properties converted from a 1031 exchange property into a residence must be held and used as a principal residence for at least five years to qualify for the tax exemption. Otherwise, the basic tax-deferring benefits of 1031 exchanges remain the same. Consult your tax advisor for more detailed information. |