How the Government gave Placer County a Big Win
By Jaydee Sheppard, Lincoln CA Realtor® Short answer: The government plans to buy a lot of home loan bonds. Because of this, mortgage rates could move a little lower. As a result, buying a home in Placer County may feel a bit easier this spring, and selling the right home may happen faster in Lincoln, […]
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 […]
The Surprising Truth About 50 Year Mortgages and Generational Wealth in Placer County
By Jaydee Sheppard November 11, 2025 If you’ve been following housing news lately, you’ve probably heard about the idea of a 50 year mortgage. It’s being discussed as a way to make homeownership more affordable by lowering monthly payments and stretching the loan over five decades. This is my second blog on this topic, but […]
Beyond the Sale: The Powerful Work Great Realtors Do for You
Realtors do much more than just open doors! Find out what real estate agents do and how it can benefit YOU! By Jaydee Sheppard | Gateway Properties by Real Broker | Lincoln, CA People often ask me, “What does a real estate agent actually do?” Most imagine open houses, signs in yards, and handing over […]
How to Be a Power Buyer: Property Taxes & Mello-Roos
For many buyers, it’s one of the most confusing parts of the homebuying process. Let’s clear it up and talk about what Mello-Roos is, how it affects your monthly housing cost, and how to find out if the home you love has it.
Finding Sub-Dividable Land in Placer County
Trying to find land that can be split? Wondering what all those crazy zoning codes mean? Let me fill you in on what a sub-dividable piece of land that can be split into different parcels might look like in Placer County California. I have a new Listing on 8010 Barton Road in the heart of […]
This North Auburn Home High Check ALL Your Boxes
This multi-generation home offers three living spaces on over 5 acres in North Auburn California. 12450 Grayson Road in beautiful Auburn California just might be your dream home. Set in 5.74 useable acres of the Sierra Foothills, this home manages to strike gold on more levels than there are sunny days in Northern California. Built […]