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Folsom Weekly with Rondo & Nate Real Estate (February 16th)

$97,000 raised for charity, why host an open house, new restaurants!

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Rondo Membrere
February 16, 2024

Welcome To Folsom Weekly, By Rondo & Nate

This week we cover:

  • An icy-cold fundraiser

  • A new fusion restaurant in Folsom Village

  • Why you should hold an open house

  • 2 new restaurants, a high-school win, and a family of owls!

Folsom Lake Hosts Polar Plunge for Special Olympics

The 2024 Greater Sacramento Polar Plunge & 5K Trail Run at Folsom Lake attracted 294 participants to support Special Olympics Northern California. In total, they raised $97,324 for the cause. The water was cold (just 51 degrees) but the community was warm.

Attendee Robert Dickinson said, "To see all these people come out in the rain like this, including our local police, fire, and media, that just speaks volumes for how much the community cares and supports Special Olympics.”

Holaloha Fusion Restaurant & Bar Opens in Folsom Village

Holaloha Fusion Restaurant & Bar, blending Mexican and Hawaiian cuisines, opens in Folsom Village on February 17.

Spearheaded by Chef Alyssa Caballero and Joe Garnica, the restaurant features dishes like island chicken tacos and birria mofongo. With a spacious patio and live music, Holaloha promises a vibrant dining experience.

Beloved City Park Train Up for Sale!

The Folsom Valley Railroad, a staple of Lions Park for over 50 years, faces an uncertain future as operator Terry Gold plans to retire. The Folsom City Council is exploring options to preserve this attraction, which draws 40,000 annual riders. The city may acquire the train for $375,000 to ensure its continuation.

🏘️ Why hold an open house?

Selling a house requires a comprehensive strategy. Hosting an open house can be an important piece of the puzzle. Here's why it's a smart move:

  • Boost Visibility: Open houses attract a wide audience, increasing your property's exposure. Homes with open houses often sell for $9,000 more and one week faster.

  • Valuable Feedback: Open houses provide immediate market feedback, allowing you to adjust your strategy if needed. They are a quick way for you and your realtor to interact with dozens of potential buyers. This helps you determine what aspects of your home are most appealing, and which might need a bit of work.

  • Emotional Appeal: Seeing a home in person helps buyers connect emotionally, making your property more memorable and desirable.

  • Efficient Marketing: By consolidating showings into one event, open houses save time and minimize disruption for the seller, potentially speeding up the sale.

  • Community Endorsement: Neighbors attending your open house can become advocates, sharing their love for the community with potential buyers.

  • Showcase Unique Features: Nothing beats the firsthand experience of an open house for highlighting your home's best attributes.

An open house is best combined with a top-notch online listing, virtual tours, and one-on-one showings. Put them all together and you get a cohesive strategy to sell your home rapidly at an excellent price.

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