Marite Dufour, Realtor

#HomeSellersTuesday: I can help you. Call me.

#OPENHOUSE tomorrow, Saturday, January 4 & Sunday, January 5, 1-4 PM 2014 Acacia Ct., Santa Clara 2 Bedrooms | 1.5 Bathrooms | 1,256 SF | $849,000

What a difference a few home accessories can make to a listing's decor! Just by complimentingor swapping outcurrent accessories with layered textures, vignettes, and blending in warm hues and natural elements, you can create a beautifully staged home. Here are a few ideas to get you inspired. https://www.nar.realtor//3-winter-staging-tips-coffee-vign

#OpenHouse tomorrow, November 16 CANCELLED 605 Sand Dollar Drive, La Selva Beach Located in the exclusive Sand Dollar Beach area, this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,263 sq. ft. home has breathtaking views of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary right from the main dining room. The newly updated kitchen with gas range, center island, and ocean view makes cooking and cleaning in this space a delightful experience. The large ocean-facing patio, adjacent to the main li...ving area, will make you feel like you are always on vacation in this gorgeous home. Wake up to a feeling of spaciousness each morning with high vaulted ceilings in the master bedroom. Downstairs, the reverse floor plan with two bedrooms, a second living area, and one full bathroom with a Jacuzzi type jetted bathtub, creates a feeling of privacy between the upper and lower levels of the home. Manresa and Sunset Beaches nearby. Highway 1 gives easy access to Monterey and Santa Cruz. This gorgeous ocean paradise is your oasis! See more

Featured in Sunset magazine home lighting concepts, this beautiful home by the beach is open on Sunday, Nov 3, from 1:00 - 4:00 PM

Please drop by an #OPENHOUSE I’m hosting tomorrow, Saturday, Oct 26, 12:00 to 3:00 PM and Sunday, Oct 27, 1:00 to 4:00 PM and check out this gorgeous ocean view home. 618 Sand Dollar Lane, La Selva Beach 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 2,037 sq ft

Scented candles are a significant contributor to indoor air pollution. That pretty candle burning on your mantle is releasing chemicals considered just as dange...rous as second-hand smoke. If you are not ready to give up on scented candles, this article shares a few tips to avoid the worst offenders when buying candles. https://homewarranty.firstam.com//guide-to-buying-nontoxic See more

37TH ANNUAL CAPITOLA ART & WINE FESTIVAL September 14 & 15, 2019 Stroll the Festival and admire the talent of over 160 fine artists while sipping exceptional wines from 22 Santa Cruz Mountain wineries. Visit the Local Artisans Marketplace filled with locally handmade crafts and artisanal foods. The Festival Food Court offers a wide range of tantalizing options from oysters to Hawaiian Poke. The Kids Art & Music Area provides ongoing craft projects for the younger set, as well as musical play featuring MusicalMe. Enjoy fantastic entertainment all weekend, including local dance and performing arts groups, street performers, and live music. There’s something for everyone! https://capitolaartandwine.com/

37TH ANNUAL CAPITOLA ART & WINE FESTIVAL September 14 & 15, 2019 A fun weekend for the whole family! The CAPITOLA ART & WINE FESTIVAL combines Art, Wine, Music and Food, all in charming Capitola Village overlooking the Monterey Bay. Summer’s last hurrah, and truly a weekend in paradise!... Stroll the Festival and admire the talent of over 160 fine artists while sipping exceptional wines from 22 Santa Cruz Mountain wineries. Visit the Local Artisans Marketplace filled with locally handmade crafts and artisanal foods. The Festival Food Court offers a wide range of tantalizing options from oysters to Hawaiian Poke. The Kids Art & Music Area provides ongoing craft projects for the younger set, as well as musical play featuring MusicalMe. Enjoy fantastic entertainment all weekend, including local dance and performing arts groups, street performers, and live music. There’s something for everyone! https://capitolaartandwine.com/

Michael Mezmer will be performing at the SANTA CRUZ COUNTY FAIR on Wednesday, September 11. Michael is known as the "Phenomenist" who combines his talents as one of the world's top performing stage hypnotists with his award winning skills in the field of organic magic phenomena to create amazing performances. Michael's TranceNosis Comedy Hypnosis Show and BrainStorm Phenomena Shows have been seen at major casinos, amusement parks, cruise ships, fairs and festivals throughout the world. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2019 6:00 PM | Tankhouse Stage

#HomeSellersTuesday: When you list your home, the process can be overwhelming and full of uncertainty. How much do you REALLY need to do to make sure your house doesn't linger on the market? Well, consider this your secret formulastraight from the prosfor getting your place sold fast. https://www.realtor.com//decor-items-that-sell-your-home-/

#HomeBuyersMonday: Some home buyers might incorrectly assume "move-in ready" means "updated" or "brand-new." But move-in ready "can be used to describe a property in almost any condition, from extremely dated to completely renovated. So what types of amenities can you expect to find in a move-in ready home? https://www.realtor.com/adv//what-does-move-in-ready-mean/

#FundayFriday: Whether you want to live here or just visit, Santa Cruz CA is definitely worth your attention. In this travel guide, @ChrisRaney shows you everything YOU need to know BEFORE you go to Santa Cruz, including some basic information about Santa Cruz, and the major attractions in Santa Cruz including the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf, Santa Cruz Main Beach, Mystery Spot, Redwood Trees, Capitola by the Sea, and Downtown Santa Cruz. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_x0wdPXIsw

#HomeImprovementThursday: From new cabinets in the kitchen to a better carpet in the dining room, every homeowner longs to redo some portion of their house. But instead of trying to rehab a room in a big way, employing small, offbeat tweaks might be your best bet. A quick splash of paint, a new fabric, or simply shifting that big couch from one wall to another might be all you need to achieve a fresh, fun look. https://www.realtor.com//unusual-easy-ways-to-upgrade-you/

The 104th Annual SANTA CRUZ COUNTY FAIR promises three exciting days and nights of activities, complete with carnival, 4-H and FFA competitions, animal acts, magicians, live music, pet show, dances, special concerts, a gymkhana competition, a horse show, exhibits, vendors, a wonderful farmers market, and much, much more! 2601 East Lake Avenue Watsonville, CA 95076 Wednesday 9/11 to Friday 9/13 Noon to 11:00PM Saturday 9/14 10AM to 11PM & Sunday 9/15 10AM to 10PM... https://www.santacruzcountyfair.com/ See more

#HomeSellersTuesday: Homeowners are sometimes hesitant to upgrade when it's time to sell, but the cost of inaction can be far greater than the small loss they’ll incur on any home improvement projects. The alterations don’t have to break the bank. In fact, inaction may cause their house to linger on the market longer. As a result, they’ll likely have to pay ongoing mortgage, maintenance and staging costs. https://www.kiplinger.com//T010-S001-home-featu/index.html