Best Time to be Closing in Lincoln CA: End of Year or New Year?
If you are shopping for homes in Lincoln, CA, Catta Verdera, or anywhere in Placer County, timing your closing can affect price negotiations, tax planning, and even your moving day. Over the next few weeks, many buyers are weighing the benefits of closing in 2025 vs 2026. Below is an easy guide to help you […]
The Truth About Portable Mortgages in Placer County
A lot of talk has been made about portable mortgages and the idea of taking that great mortgage rate with you to a new home. After all, that would open up a lot of inventory, seeing how homeowners don’t want to trade their low interest rates for today’s higher rates. So let’s talk about portable […]
Personalized Santa Letter for Kids That Bring Serious Holiday Magic
The holiday season brings a special kind of magic. It gives us time to slow down, reconnect, and celebrate the people we love. Every year, I look for simple ways to spread joy in our community. This year, that idea grew into something meaningful. I created a Personalized Santa Letter project for local families who […]
10 Reasons To be Grateful to Live in Sacramento and Placer County
I am a Sacramento native, and now that I am older and more traveled, I appreciate our area more than ever. I have raised eight kids here. We have taken countless field trips to Old Sacramento, the Capitol, museums, and Gold Rush towns in the foothills. We have spent years at local theaters, concerts, school […]
A Local’s Guide to Bickford Ranch: History, Builders, and What Today’s Buyers Need to Know
If you spend any time in Lincoln or the foothills, you have probably heard people talking about Bickford Ranch. There is a lot of excitement around it, and honestly, for good reason. But this community has a long story, stretching from Indigenous history to early ranching to decades of planning delays. Now it is finally […]
Thanksgiving To Go Dinners in Placer County: Where to Preorder Your Holiday Meal
If you want a delicious Thanksgiving dinner without the stress of cooking, you are in the right place. Several local restaurants and retailers in and around Placer County offer Thanksgiving meals you can preorder and take home. This is a great option for busy families, smaller gatherings, or anyone who wants a relaxing holiday meal […]
Make a Meaningful Impact! Donate to Take Note Troupe
By Jaydee Sheppard. November 20, 2025 UPDATE: A GENEROUS family will match dollar for dollar of donated funds in November and December!!! Please DONATE! Take Note Troupe, or TNT, is one of the most positive forces shaping youth in our Greater Sacramento community, and I am proud to be a board member! Their mission is […]
Free Family Fun for the Holidays in Roseville, Rocklin, and Lincoln
A Local Guide to Festive and Budget Friendly Christmas Activities The holiday season in South Placer County is full of lights, magic, and family time. From neighborhood displays to community tree lightings and Santa visits, there are countless ways to enjoy Christmas together without spending money. Here is your complete guide to the best free […]
The Ultimate Guide: How Real Estate Agents Really Get Paid Now
A Clear, Updated Guide After the NAR Lawsuit Settlement Every once in a while I hop onto a real estate discussion board online, and I start seeing the same questions asked again and again. One of the most common ones is simple but important. How do real estate agents actually get paid? And since the […]
How Buying in November Can Unlock the Best Deals of the Year
by Jaydee Sheppard November 12, 2025 Now is the season when smart buyers win. There is less competition, sellers want year-end certainty, and builders often add incentives. If your goal is cash-flow comfort through the holidays, you are buying in November and you close in December. That way, your first full mortgage payment lands in […]