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Folsom Weekly with Rondo & Nate Real Estate - April 26

Folsom Handcar Derby, Garden Tour, and Smart Home Tech to Boost Property Values 🏠

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April 26, 2024

Welcome To Folsom Weekly, By Rondo & Nate

This week we cover:

  • 🚂 The 31st Annual Folsom Handcar Derby

  • 🏘️ An 8,000-unit housing proposal

  • 🔌 Smart home tech additions that can boost your property value

  • 🎰 Kings-themed slot machines, Foodieland Night Market, and the 5th annual Taco Throw Down.

The Love My Mom 5k in Folsom kicks off on Sunday May 5th.

It starts in the Whole Foods parking lot, winds through the Palladio, and ends at the Piazza. It even includes a stroller division!

Get $5 off registration using the coupon code “EQ1Folsom”!

All 5K participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt as well as a custom medal.

The Folsom, El Dorado, and Sacramento Historical Railroad Association is hosting the 31st Annual Folsom Handcar Derby on May 4th & 5th. This unique event, held on the former Southern Pacific Placerville Branch, features local businesses, groups, and charities competing to get their 850lb handcar across the finish line.

Handcar teams of 5 will compete in various divisions on the 800-foot track along East Bidwell Street at Broadstone Parkway.

The Folsom Garden Club is hosting its 22nd annual Gardens of Folsom tour on April 27th & 28th.

The tour will showcase a variety of beautiful and diverse gardens, art, and waterfalls. This year also marks the unveiling of a certified wildlife habitat, a bonsai display, and a bonus community garden. Glass artists and master gardeners will be in attendance, as well as food trucks and raffles.

AKT Investments and UC Davis Health have proposed an ambitious 2,800-acre, 8,000-housing-unit development for Folsom and El Dorado County.

The "Community for Health and Independence" is designed for mobility and independent living, and prioritizes serving elderly adults and people with disabilities across Sacramento and El Dorado counties. Angelo Tsakopoulous, a prominent Sacramento developer, is set to present the project to officials on Tuesday.

🔌 Smart Home Tech Additions to Boost Property Value

Smart home features are increasingly popular and can significantly increase your home's value. Here are the top upgrades that appeal to tech-savvy buyers:

  • Smart Thermostats: Devices like Nest let you control your home's temperature remotely and set energy-efficient schedules, boosting your home's value by 5%.

  • Smart Security: Integrated systems with smart locks, cameras, and alarms are a major selling point. 81% of buyers want smart security, and video doorbells alone can increase value by 2-5%.

  • Smart Lighting: Automated lighting that can be controlled with your phone or voice is convenient and energy-efficient, raising your home's value by 3-5%.

  • Smart Appliances: High-tech kitchen appliances make your home feel modern and updated. Homes with smart appliances sell 30% faster.

  • Smart Sprinklers: Self-adjusting smart sprinklers can reduce water use by up to 50%. Homes with smart irrigation sell for 15% more on average.

With the smart home market set to hit $500 billion by 2028, integrating smart features into your property can boost its value and attract more buyers, positioning your home as a modern and desirable choice.

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