Mission of the Heart!
Posted by Harold Penner on Saturday, July 17th, 2010 at 9:02pm.Originally Published December 2009 --
This Christmas season I am reminded of all good that can come from people. I had the privilege of working with a buyer and seller on a unique sale this fall. An investor bought a foreclosed home in the south Fig Garden area of 
Fresno. Previously, the location for one of the largest drug busts in Fresno’s history and later partially renovated and then vandalized, the home needed to be stripped to the studs and rebuilt.
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Instead of a traditional renovation and sale, this home construction project became a mission of the heart. The investor (who wishes to remain anonymous) organized the effort for donations of services and materials from local contractors and companies to renovate this home from top to bottom. All profits from the sale of the completed home were given to four faith-based charities: Evangelicals for Social Action, Fresno Rescue Mission, Habitat for Humanity and Poverello House.
“Witnessing businesses and individuals respond so willingly to requests for materials and services was truly humbling. And watching a home formerly associated with such darkness and crime being transformed was a very fulfilling experience” stated the seller.
The final product is a stunning 2,300 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with new landscaping, plumbing, electrical, cabinetry and fixtures. Built in 1937 on a 13,500 square foot lot with historical detailing throughout, the home even features a rare Fresno basement. Additions include a new two car garage and attractive front courtyard. “We were just in the right place at the right time,” stated the first time home buyers. “It was a complete construction zone when we first saw it, but once we walked through the home with the contractor we saw the vision for the place and were hooked.”
In the midst of the current economic downturn, it was truly a pleasure to see the commitment to quality and selfless actions that were demonstrated throughout this project. I wish all of you a very merry Christmas season!
NOVEMBER 2009 MARKET STATISTICS* - Fresno and Madera Counties
- Average Price of Sold Homes in November '08 vs. '09 - $178,935 vs. $169,042 (5% Decrease)
- Sold Homes in November '08 vs. '09 -691 vs. 759 (9% Increase)
- # of Foreclosures and Pre-Foreclosures Sold in November '08 vs. '09 - 493 vs. 454 (8% Decrease)
- Avg. Loan Percentage Rate in December 2009 – 4.78% (30 Year Fixed)
*Unless otherwise indicated, all stats are based on residential sales in Fresno and Madera counties.
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5275 W. King Fisher Ln., Fresno, CA 93722
- $215,000
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- 1,271 sq. ft.
Adorable Home! Located in the small, quiet, gated community of European Bluffs, this 2 bed/2 bath home offers luxurious amenities, neutral décor and peaceful surroundings. A rare find, this community features affordable living in the midst of million dollar Fresno bluff views. Granite counters, large master suite with adjoining den/sitting room, indoor laundry closet and one car garage. Located near Herndon and Milburn.
PENNER TEAM NEWS!
Musical Beginnings!
November was a quieter month for the Penner family. Lots of turkey, pumpkin pie and family time. One of the highlights this year came after dinner. We have a lot of singers in our family and often our family get-togethers include music. This year was no exception with our resident professional musician Jon Shabaglian leading the group on his keyboard. As added entertainment, the toddlers in the group decided some interpretive dance numbers were in order. Since they can’t quite sing yet (although they do try) they instead danced their way through the night.
Here’s a picture of the budding stars and their adoring fans!
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