How Easy Is It To Get Out of a Contract? - 02/29/12 10:14 AM
Buying a Home in Brentwood Ca
If you are Buying a Home things might not go right in escrow. There are ways to get out of a contract. Here is a great post of Home Buyers to read.
If you have any other questions about Buying a Home give me a call at 925-260-4321.
Via Holly Weatherwax--Your Realtor® in Northern VA (Momentum Realty,LLC):
You have been saving your money, watching your credit score, getting advice from friends and family and you think it might be time to buy your first home. Understandably, you are nervous. So much can go wrong; You might change your mind, you … (2 comments)
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Antioch Real Estate Investors – The Warren Buffett Plan! - 02/29/12 09:58 AM
Antioch Real Estate Investors – The Warren Buffett Plan!
I caught an interesting video this morning at the TBWS Daily. Basically Warren Buffett says now is the time to Buy Houses as Investment Properties or for that matter as a First Time Buyer.
If you listen to the video there are several interesting points:
Buffett does not do it because of the property management issues. But he is talking about thousands of homes bought at one time. Let's face it Warren Buffet is not going to get out of bed in the morning and start interviewing tenants. Now I know that … (7 comments)
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Trilogy Homes In Brentwood - 02/28/12 01:09 PM
Trilogy Homes In Brentwood
Trilogy is a dynamic 55+ Community in the Beautiful Northern California City of Brentwood.
It is hard to call it a retirement community with so many things to do. The club house at Trilogy is like a resort for your use with over 34,000 SF, two pools, state of the art Athletic Club, Day Spa, Tennis Courts, Bocce Courts and more. Over 6 miles of trails wind there way through the vineyard and nearby hills. Golf within minutes of the house and about water sports, fishing, and boating right in the heart of the Delta.
This secure … (4 comments)
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An Open Letter to Nikish - 02/27/12 11:45 AM
An Open Letter to Nikish
Nikish,
This morning I received a very disturbing call from ActiveRain/Market Leader. I recently purchased the Local Expert for my community on RealEstate.com from Market Leader. I have not been happy with Market Leader in the past, but decided to give this a shot as I am so pleased with ActiveRain.
So far the launch of RealEstate.com has been delayed and it is somewhat unclear to me what is encompassed in what I purchased. I understand I will be able to link my own website. There a few other things that I will address after I … (10 comments)
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Separation of Church and State? - 02/27/12 09:53 AM
Separation of Church and State?
I have been watching the primary with interest. The topic of Separation of Church and State has become a big issue because of some of Rick Santorum's beliefs.
What I find odd is Rick has some beliefs and some really well thought out ideas about the roll of the family, the problems with birth control and how the Sexual Revolution has been so destructive. I would agree with much of what he says, I am not Catholic and do not have a problem with contraception as part of family planning – but his thoughts are … (15 comments)
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Can You Get Me the Listing Agent Information? - 02/27/12 08:37 AM
Can You Get Me the Listing Agent Information?
Yes this is the question I got from a prospect this morning that I have been mailing homes to for some time. Now for those of you not agents my biggest fear kicks in – This person thinks they will save time and money, and have a better shot at the house, buy going around me to the Listing Agent.
What most buyers do not understand is that a Listing Agent will not represent them. The Listing Agent has no fiduciary obligations to the Buyer. But they have a Fiduciary Obligation to the … (11 comments)
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Buyers' Attitudes Can Bring Better Deal - 02/26/12 10:08 PM
Buying a Home in Brentwood Ca
Buying a Home is tough. I have seen people be very critical of homes in front of a seller thinking they can get the price down. It ussually doesn't work. This post is pretty good on the subject.
For more information on Buying a Home in Brentwood or beyond give me a call at 925-260-4321.
Via Ricki Eichler,Broker,GRI,ABR,TAHS,ePRO your Texas Hill Country connection (Ricki Eichler Real Estate LLC):
Yesterday I received a contract on a home I own. It is a beautiful house with lots of amenities. I have received 3 offers in the recent past for … (1 comments)
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The difference between sale conditions such as Foreclosure, Short Sale, and other real estate terms ~ - 02/26/12 10:04 PM
Buying a Home in Brentwood Ca
When Buying a Home sometimes the difference between the terms Short Sale, Foreclosure, pre-foreclosure, REO, Bank Owned and so forth can be very confusing to the Home Buyer. This post covers those terms.
For more information on Buying a Home in Brentwood or beyond give me a call at 925-260-4321.
Via mskathywoods:
The real estate market in Indianaand the whole country are coming to grips with terms that are relatively old, yet considerably relevant to our current market conditions. I am often asked to explain the difference between sale conditions such as Foreclosure, Short Sale, and other … (1 comments)
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Walnut Creek Short Sales Snapshot as of February 26th 2012 - 02/26/12 10:00 PM
Doug here is a great agent in the Central Contra Costa County area. He has some numbers here on Short Sales. If you want to take one thing away from this report it is that Short Sales are dominating the market. You need to learn how to negotiate the Short Sale Market if you want to buy.
Via Doug Anderson's Tri-Valley Real Estate Views (Executive Brokers Real Estate Group):
The following chart represents the current concentration of Short Sales in Pending Sale Status versus Traditional Sales in Pending Sale Status for Walnut Creek, CA as of February 26th 2012. The percentage of pending short sales dropped dramatically from the January Report. The difference in … (1 comments)
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Ageism – Three Old Guys and a Hearing Aid - 02/26/12 09:57 PM
Just feel like a good laugh on a Sunday night. Well here are a couple of nice jokes for you.
Stop by and leave the comments for Kathy Daniels and subscribe she always has a nice joke or two.
Via Kathleen Daniels, Broker-Owner San Jose Real Estate 1-800-972-1822 (San Jose Homes and San Jose Short Sales):
Ageism- Three Old Guys and a Hearing Aid
Three old guys are out walking.
First one says, 'Windy, isn't it?'
Second one says, 'No, it's Thursday!'
Third one says, 'So am I. Let's go get a beer.'
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An old man … (2 comments)
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Nine Staging truisms for selling your home. - 02/26/12 09:21 PM
Selling a Home in Brentwood Ca
Selling a Home is hard work. Here are 9 things to consider about staging when selling a home.
For more tips on Selling a home in Brentwood or beyond give me a call at 925-260-4321.
Via Janice Ankrett Burlington Ontario Accredited Staging Professional (Janice Ankrett Home Staging):
When I took my Staging course 6 yrs ago, I was given some Staging truisms.
Time and again I have seen these apply to homes in the Burlington area.
They apply to any style or type of home.
All homes deserve to be Staged. It doesn't … (0 comments)
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Common Scents - 02/26/12 09:18 PM
Selling a Home in Brentwood
Today I was out looking at homes with Buyers. We went into a beautiful home that smelled horrible. It may have cost them a sale. Selling a Home is not easy. Here is a post and a critical tip on Selling a Home.
For more information on Selling a Home give me a call at 925-260-4321
Via Karen Bernetti (Staging4Smooth Transitions Connecticut Home Staging):
Home sellers can create spaces that appeal to prospective buyers by employing a little psychology and by engaging the 5 senses......You see, our brain takes all the sensory data it receives and transforms it into … (4 comments)
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How to remodel a pool: Selecting a Contractor - 02/26/12 09:13 PM
East Contra Costa County Pool Homes.
Pool Homes can be a great buy but sometimes those pools are a little old. How do you handle it?
Well here is a great post on the subject. For more info on pool homes give me a call at 925-260-4321.
Via Richard Yates - Broker (Coldwell Banker Real Estate):
How to remodel a pool: Selecting a Contractor
After making the decision to remodel a pool, the most important thing that we can do is to select The Right Pool Contractor.
This is not an easy task, but selecting The Right Pool Contractor will determine your … (3 comments)
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Random Weird Stuff! - 02/26/12 09:08 PM
Random Weird Stuff!
Grandma raised 7 kids in the depression. They said she could squeeze a nickle so tight the buffalo would crap.
When I was 15 my dad was pretty stupid. When I was 30 he got really smart.
When we are young we look forward to being tenagers. When we are in our teens we want to be in our 20's. When we are in our 20's we want to be married. When we are in our 30's and married we sometimes wish we were in our 20's again. In our 40's we look forward to the … (7 comments)
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Search For Brentwood Ca Homes Direct from the MLS! - 02/25/12 01:03 PM
Search For Brentwood Ca Homes Direct from the MLS!
Homes in Brentwood Ca or some of the best buys on Luxury Homes in Contra Costa County. Not to mention entry level homes, gated communities and our 55 + retirement communities.
Search Homes by Clicking Here or on one of the homes on the Slide Show Below or the map at the bottom you will be able to make your own search of the MLS directly.
Now I want to stress that you will be Search the MLS Directly.
(For those that do not know MLS means Multiple Listing Service. … (3 comments)
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American Greatness and Baseball! - 02/25/12 12:05 PM
American Greatness and Baseball!
Spring is coming and all over the country a young man's fancy is turning to girls Baseball. Here in the Brentwood area we have 1500 kids on a 124 youth baseball teams at the Pony League. This does not count the School Teams, Travel Teams, other leagues and nearby communities.
Every where I go I see boys (and girls) of all ages out there practicing and some struggling. But all of them excited about the coming baseball season.
I have two boys in baseball this year. One doing travel baseball and the other in Pinto Jr. … (1 comments)
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Brentwood Homes For Sale – Why $6.00 a Gallon Gas means it is time to Buy a House! - 02/24/12 03:20 PM
Brentwood Homes For Sale – Why $6.00 a Gallon Gas means it is time to Buy a House!
Looking for Brentwood Homes For Sale – Do you understand why the spike in Gas Prices means this is the time to Buy a House? This will not be a cute little post that is easy to follow, but I am going to speak some truth that could be worth Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars to you! (Maybe more.)
Gas prices are sky rocketing. Some think it will hit $6.00 a Gallon. This will have a devastating effect on the economy. Why are … (37 comments)
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Does the Price Always Reflect the Condition? - 02/22/12 09:23 AM
Brentwood Home Prices
Often times two homes will look that same on paper but be very different when you see them. This little post covers some of those issues.
It does not pay to over price a home. Sales price is more likely to reflect condition.
Via Jerry Newman,REALTOR®,Texas Agent San Antonio Real Estate & Military Reloc (Keller Williams Realty):
Does the Price Always Reflect the Condition?This past weekend I showed two homes that were priced the same, but the condition for each one was as different as night and day. Therefore, one could only conclude that the price does not always … (2 comments)
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Creating Jobs is a Matter of Making a Bigger Pie - 02/22/12 09:13 AM
This is an insightful post on economic growth and attitudes toward success. I think people are too weighed down with fear and not optimistic enough about their own abilities. Government is often an obstacle to people's success too. But this is a great post.
Via Mike Cooper (Winchester Real Estate Sales, Cornerstone Business Group Inc):
When my son celebrated his birthday this past Sunday he had two cakes. He didn't need two cakes, but last year there was so little cake left that he didn't get seconds. Every birthday boy should have a second piece of cake. It's the Cooper house rules, along … (0 comments)
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I'll Tell You What's Wrong With That Flipped House Without Even Looking At It - 02/22/12 09:00 AM
Buying a Home in Brentwood Ca
Here is a great post on buying a flipped home. Often these homes look very nice and sometimes they are. But you really need a good home inspector to make sure you are getting the quality you are paying for and not just a shiny paint job.
For more information on Home in Brentwood or beyond give me a call at 925-260-4321.
Via Minneapolis Home Inspections - Reuben Saltzman (Structure Tech Home Inspections):
Home flippers buy dilapidated houses, fix them up, then sell them again as quickly as possible with the intention of making a tidy profit. … (0 comments)
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To Beat or not To Beat? That is the Question! - 02/21/12 03:53 PM
To Beat or not To Beat? That is the Question!
Yesterday I wrote a very tongue in cheek post on a serious issue of child discipline. I tried to approach the subject with a lot of humor and maybe a little exaggeration.
I did make some funny remarks about the old days of wooden spoons and leather belts and how effective they were for my father. Although the post was well received and got some good comments there was some negativity about the use of Spankings and other physical discipline.
There is no doubt things have changed, even for those of … (12 comments)
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Parents Join the Fight against ODD – Save Our Kids! - 02/20/12 07:50 PM
Parents Join the Fight against ODD – Save Our Kids!
I love me kids, all of them and they are the most important thing in the world to me. So when a illness like ODD strikes what are we to do?
ODD will strike 10 out of 10 Families – you need to be prepared. What is ODD – ODD stands for Obedience Deficit Disorder. It strikes children of all ages from infants until the glorious point when they move out of the house.
Often times ODD is exasperated by lenient parents, video games, and lack of constructive activity. Sadly most … (22 comments)
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Selling a Home Partnership in Success Part 8a - The Appraisal Contingency - 02/20/12 11:09 AM
Selling a Home Partnership in Success Part 8a - The Appraisal Contingency
Click Here for Links to Parts 1 to 8.
When the offers come in on the homes there will be an appraisal contingency in most offers. In short the home needs to appraise for at least the amount offered. Lenders will not loan based on an amount over the appraised amount. Often even cash buyers will have a Loan contingency in the offer.
So if you get an offer maybe over what your were expecting or you have decided to list the home at a very high price … (0 comments)
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Nelson Riemenschneider at Liberty Wrestling JV Title Match 2012A - 02/19/12 04:58 PM
Nelson Riemenschneider at Liberty Wrestling JV Title Match 2012
Yesterday my son Nelson wrestled at the JV championship matches. This has not been Nelson's best year, illness and injuries caused him to miss a lot of practice and matches. He did take home a gold and a couple of Silvers at some tournaments.
This is him wrestling for the Gold at Yesterdays tournament. Steve Waddel, his opponent is a good guy and they have wrestled several times in the past.
As you can see it did not go as I would have liked, but he will be back next … (1 comments)
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An Open Letter to Zillow - Clean Up Your Data! - 02/19/12 12:44 PM
I get frustrated with people who search homes on Zillow and other 3rd party sites. Mainly because the data is outdated and often very inaccurate.
Most Agents, myself included, have data that is a direct feed from the MLS.
Via Tom Branch | Broker, CDPE, SFR, ACRE | Plano TX Ambassador | 214-227-6626 (RE/MAX Dallas Suburbs):
I'm almost to the point I hate talking to people who are searching for homes on the Zillow website. It's not the Zestimate that bothers me-it's the outdated and bogus data that I despise.
As I research these properties I typically find the property has long been … (3 comments)
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Nailed or Screwed - 02/19/12 12:38 PM
Great post on Home Repairs and some things that are not always done right that can lead to big problems.
I like these home inspector post as I always learn something about home care, repair, or problems to be on the watch for.
Via James Quarello - Connecticut Home Inspector (JRV Home Inspection Services, LLC):
Fasteners, not a fascinating subject by any stretch. I have listen to engineers talk about nails and screws on several occasion, wishing I had went and got a root canal instead. Yes fasteners are not all that interesting, however where they are used and what type can be … (0 comments)
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Color Coordinating... - 02/19/12 12:18 PM
Be careful about being too creative or too cheap when updating the home. Minor short cuts or over sites can do damage or even be dangerous.
Anyway here is a nice little post written by a Home Inspector on problems like this.
Via Michael Thornton - Nashville, TN area Home Inspector - 615.661.0297 (Complete Home Inspections, Inc.):
Color Coordinating... Every now and then I run across a home owner who likes to color coordinate. While color coordinating is okay, there are some things, such as outlets, that should be left alone. This is definitely not a good idea and … (1 comments)
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Repair, Remove or Remodel Your Pool - 02/19/12 10:38 AM
East Contra Costa County Pool Homes.
I often help buyers into homes where the pool is old or has problems. Some people love a home, but don't like the pool that comes with it. They just don't want a pool.
Here is a good post on the pool dilemma.
Via Richard Yates - Broker (Coldwell Banker Real Estate):
Repair, Remove or Remodel Your Pool
These are not easy options, but no matter how much or how little time you spend in your pool, at some point, you will have to make a choice to either Repair, Remove or Remodel Your Pool.
In our … (3 comments)
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What is KILLING All the SHORT SALES!!! - 02/19/12 10:36 AM
Brentwood Ca Short Sales.
Short Sales are a tough business and most of them do not close. Here is a good post on Short Sales and why they do not close.
For more information on Short Sales in Brentwood or Beyond go to ShortSalesInBrentwood.com.
Via Scott Godzyk, One of Manchester NH's Leading Brokers (Godzyk Real Estate Services):
The one thing most people agree on is that Short Sales will continue to be a large part of our market for at least the next year. I work on a lot of Short Sales both as a Listing Agent and a Buyer Broker here in the … (1 comments)
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Dos and Don'ts for Borrowers During the Loan Process - 02/19/12 10:26 AM
Buying a Home in Brentwood Ca
Finding a Home and Getting into Escrow is just the start when Buying a Home. You need to close the Escrow and that means completing your loan. Lots of things can go wrong. This post is on what to do and not to do while in that closing process.
For more information on Buying a Home in Brentwood or Beyond go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via San Francisco Real Estate Professionals:
Dos and Do Nots provided by Marci PipesCompiled by: Amber Cook
You’re ready to buy a house; you’re pre-approved. Now what? Now it's time … (0 comments)
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Should You Refinance That Underwater Home Instead of Doing a Short Sale? - 02/19/12 09:45 AM
Short Sales in Brentwood Ca.
There are alternatives to Short Sales available. However, a Short Sale may be the best alternative. Here is a great post on why the Short Sale maybe the best alternative for you.
For more information on Short Sales go to ShortSalesInBrentwood.com or call me directly at 925-260-4321.
Via Elizabeth Weintraub, Sacramento Short Sale Agent, Land Park, #00697006 Lyon RE (Lyon Real Estate #00697006):
Reporters have asked me this question. Do I believe the HARP refinance program is a good deal for homeowners who owe more than their home is worth? I guess they think everybody is jumping on … (2 comments)
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Wordless Wednesday (almost!): The sun shines on yonder side. - 02/19/12 09:41 AM
Just another great picture of the South West Utah by Wanda. I love the South West and go by and catch her great pictures on occasion.
There are 3 or 4 National Parks in that area.
Via Wanda Kubat-Nerdin, REALTOR® St. George, Utah (Prado & Kramer Real Estate, St. George, UT 435.632.9374):
Wordless Wednesday: The sun shines on yonder side.
Luminous skies cast off billowing clouds inviting the warmth of the sun for a short stay as mist turns to rain. Southern Utah has just begun the monsoon season, offering much needed moisture that promises to nurture the high desert plant material … (2 comments)
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Build Real Estate Investor Teams to Get Started in Real Estate Investing - 02/19/12 09:38 AM
Real Estate Investors. Here is an interesting concept. I think Real Estate Investing Groups are a good idea. This sounds a little complex and not sure how you would work out all the details. On the other hand I think it is a real good idea to have people in the group that know about these things.
Via Mike Cooper (Winchester Real Estate Sales, Cornerstone Business Group Inc):
I've been working with real estate investors since the early 90s when I started buying real estate for my own investment portfolio. Working with investors can be extremely easy or extremely difficult depending on how … (1 comments)
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What to offer on a Antioch Investment Property? The Traffic was the first clue! - 02/16/12 04:21 PM
What to offer on a Antioch Investment Property? The Traffic was the first clue!
The other day Mr. Buyer spotted an unbelievable deal on a great Investment Property. It was so far under market it would be a good buy no matter how big of a pit.
So we make an appointment for that day to meet over at the potential Investment Property. It had just come on the market the day before.
As I drive up an agent is leaving the Investment Property, another is letting herself in, and a third is out front speaking with his client. … (3 comments)
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A Housing Bailout Proposal with some Promise! - 02/16/12 12:41 PM
A Housing Bailout Proposal with some Promise!
Today I am going to provide you with some links to a Housing Bailout Proposal that may actually work!
For those of you that read my occasional political rants you might be surprised to find this one comes from a Democrat. Senator Menedez from New Jersey.
Am I missing something here? Here is the basis of the plan:
The principal balance of the loan would be reduced to 95% of the re-assessed value of the home and over a three-year period, provided the homeowner is able to make reduced payments, the principal balance would … (3 comments)
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Investing in Contra Costa County Real Estate – Making an Offer Site Unseen! - 02/15/12 04:14 PM
Investing in Contra Costa County Real Estate – Making an Offer Site Unseen!
If you are looking at Investing in Contra Costa County Real Estate things are a little different than buying a home to live in yourself.
I do a lot of shopping for out of town Real Estate Investors and even help them buy homes that they have never seen.
However, there are other reasons you may not be able to see a home before making an offer. Often times on multi-unit properties, 2-4 Units or Apartments the seller will state they do not want anyone to see … (5 comments)
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Seriously Stupid FHA Appraiser's And The Three S's - 02/15/12 02:22 PM
Here is a great post on FHA appraisals and what they will be looking for when they come out.
I understand they are not as stringent about condition as they were in the "old days" - when ever that was.
Five years ago no one did FHA around here - now it is the best loan on the market.
Via Michael S. Bolton-MN Appraiser (Michael S. Bolton,Inc.):
FHA guidelines state that a house has to meet MPR (minimum property standards) for existing houses, and MPS (minimum property requirements) for new construction. FHA is very concerned with the three S’s: Safety, Security, and … (0 comments)
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Homes for Sale in Brentwood Ca: There are only 3 Types of Pricing! - 02/14/12 03:21 PM
Homes for Sale in Brentwood Ca: There are only 3 Types of Pricing!
That is right there are only three types of pricing when looking at Homes for Sale. The trick is in understand what type of pricing a particular home has and how you should approach it with an offer.
The first ones are under priced Homes for Sale. Now everyone is thinking this is just what I want an under priced home so I can have instant equity. Well before you see it you may think it is an under priced home, but once you get inside and look … (3 comments)
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Selling a Home in Brentwood Ca: Staged on Monday ~ SOLD on Friday! Home Staging Success in Portland OR - 02/12/12 08:22 PM
Selling a Home in Brentwood Ca
Here is a great post that shows how Home Staging can help Sell Your Home. If you are Selling a Home you should read this.
For more information on Selling a Home in Brentwood or Beyond and a Free on-line home evaluation go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via Maureen Bray ~ Home Stager Portland OR ~ Home Staging Portland Oregon (Room Solutions Home Staging Portland OR):
Staged on Monday ~ SOLD on Friday! Home Staging Success in Portland OR
As a home staging company based in Portland Oregon, we love helping our clients sell their homes faster! This week we staged … (3 comments)
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Selling a Home in Brentwood Ca: What does REALLY sell a house? - 02/12/12 08:18 PM
Selling a Home in Brentwood Ca
Here is a great post on 10 things that will help Sell Your Home. If you are Selling a Home you should read this.
For more information on Selling a Home in Brentwood or Beyond and a Free on-line home evaluation go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via Annette Sievert - Corvallis, Oregon (CB Valley Broker):
There is no shortage of opinions on what sells a house.
Before we start let's level the playing field. Let's say all houses you look at are in a price range that is adequate, nothing completely out of whack. … (0 comments)
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What do you know about Radon? Don Quixote rides again!! - 02/11/12 11:43 PM
Charles here is an excellent writer and his post here on Radon Gas is a fine example of how some issues are blown out of proportion and people rely on bad science to reach conclusions. What is comes down to is money.
Via Charles Buell, Seattle Home Inspector (Charles Buell Inspections.com):
There is a saying: “The truth is what is so.”
The truth is---what is so.
Ponder this for a moment…..
After recent events here in the rain, it should be obvious to everyone just how true this statement is. There is tremendous danger in “assuming” that what we think is true---is in … (1 comments)
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Why Indymac Almost Always Forecloses - 02/11/12 11:41 PM
Do you want to understand what is going on with the banks in this country and where your tax dollars are going. I have understood this, but this well written post describes how the American Tax payer is being screwed. Note this is Democrats and the left, but I think both sides of the isle have fingers in the pie.
Via Suzi Boyle (Evergreen Home Loans-NMLS # 37810/#9040/#3182):
Several times per week, I get phone calls from attorneys. These calls all start out the same. “I am unable to get loan modifications done through a lender. What can I do?” The first question … (2 comments)
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3 Reasons You Should Never Dispute Your Credit Online - 02/11/12 11:38 PM
There is a lot of Wisdom here on Credit Scores. I would not have known any of this and want to share it with you.
I think credit scoring is stacked against consumers right now and you should use every tool and technique you can to put yourself in a position to buy a home now.
Via Ron Cooks - Texas Real Estate Ft Hood / Killeen Homes for Sale (Options Realty Group / Credit Consultant):
Historically, the function of Credit Bureaus first began as collection agencies and they only gathered negative information. Then, Fair Isaac & Company developed the FICO scoring … (2 comments)
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End of Life Panels - 02/11/12 09:20 PM
End of Life Panels
I think we have all been watching the shocking treatment of the Catholic Church and other religious institutions this week by the Obama Administration and the Department of Health and Human Services as they prepare us all for Obama Care.
Over the last couple years people have talked about the Death Panels under the new Health Care Laws. Although many people claim the term “Death Panels” is an exaggeration, you might begin to think more and more about how accurate that term might be.
This little video gives us an idea of how they might work. Note … (7 comments)
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Large Single Story Homes in Brentwood – An Alternative - 02/11/12 06:24 PM
Large Single Story Homes in Brentwood – An Alternative
Large Single Story Homes can be very expensive. There are a number of reasons for this. 1) They have a larger footprint (foundation) that cost money. 2) The larger footprint means you need a bigger lot. 3) They are harder to find.
Many people shopping for Single Story Homes are at a point in life where they are down sizing and do not need a Large Single Story Home so not as many are built.
However, I have had clients with a need for a very Large Single Story Home. I once … (1 comments)
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Big Homes in Brentwood Ca - 02/11/12 05:58 PM
Big Homes in Brentwood Ca
People might quibble over what constitutes a Big Home and many people think Big Homes are a thing of the past. I hear talk of sustainable, green, back to basics, and small living.
I am here to disagree. I think Big Homes are very important and will make a big come back. Here is why I think Big Homes are in our future:
More and more people will move to self employment and/or telecommuting. They will want to work out of the home.
Although I believe we have a great country and will recover from … (0 comments)
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Do you want to do something great for a Purple Heart Recipient? - 02/10/12 12:12 PM
This is just a great post about a great thing a guy is doing for veterans. One thing that I love about this country is there are so many people that really do great things for others.
They are looking for sponsors and veterans to work with.
Via Tammy Lankford/Broker Lane Realty Lake Sinclair-Central GA:
Do you want to do something great for a Purple Heart Recipient? Bob Paschal does and he does. You can help him or get in contact with him if you know a purple heart recipient you'd like to get to participate in a pheasant shoot. Bob stopped … (1 comments)
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Youth Pitching Coach in San Francisco - 02/09/12 02:24 PM
Youth Pitching Coach in San Francisco
Good Youth Pitching Coaches are hard to find. My son has been pitching starting in Little League and in Travel Baseball or Tournament Baseball. Everyone tells us he has good form and it seems natural to him, but we knew we needed a Good Youth Pitching Coach.
I met Ken Salyer at a Travel Ball Tournament. He was just setting in the stands watching my son pitch. Not sure if he knew it was my son. He told me several things right away that I as a non expert could understand about what my … (4 comments)
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Selling a Home in Brentwood Ca: 10 REASONS NOT TO STAGE YOUR HOME - 02/08/12 02:51 PM
Selling a Home in Brentwood Ca
When Selling a Home some people wonder about the value of Staging. This post takes a Tongue in Cheek approach about why not to stage when Selling a Home.
For more information about Selling a Home in Brentwood or Beyond and Free Home Evaluation go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via Janet Jones, Kihei, Maui, Hawaii Home Staging/Interior Redesign (Just Your Style Interiors, LLC):
1. We want to test the market for 90 days. And on the 91st day? Price reduction--and 90 days worth of potential buyers who have already eliminated your property.
2. It costs too … (0 comments)
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Buying a Home in Brentwood Ca: Location, location, location....check, check, check. - 02/08/12 02:46 PM
Buying a Home in Brentwood Ca
When Buying a Home location is very important. This post outlines a few reasons that location is important when Buying a Home and what you should check.
For more information about Buying a Home in Brentwood or Beyond and to Search the MLS go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via Naperville Real Estate - Ann deVane - GRI, CNC, ePRO (john greene, Realtor):
As the spring season IS upon us, and homes seem to be disappearing much more rapidly than in past months it bears remembering...location, location, location. You can change anything about the inside of a home, but … (0 comments)
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Buying a Home in Brentwood Ca: Price Is Not The Only Reason Offers Are Rejected - 02/08/12 02:43 PM
Buying a Home in Brentwood Ca
There are lots of reasons your offer might not get accepted when Buying a Home. This post outlines a few.
For more information about Buying a Home in Brentwood or Beyond and to Search the MLS go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via Doug Rogers- Your Pineville Louisiana Agent (Bayou Properties Realty):
With the confidence that comes from writing a full price offer, the buyers assumed the house was "in the bag". After all, who would turn done a full price offer in this market? The rejection came as a greater shock than a … (1 comments)
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Military Discounts for Active, Reserve, and Retired Vets - 02/08/12 02:40 PM
Here is a great post for those in the military and for those of us who are not in the military it is good to know which companies support our Veterans so we can support them.
Via Anita Clark Realtor® Warner Robins Homes for Sale ~ Warner Robins Real Estate ~ (ColdwellBanker SSK Realtors ~ 478.960.8055 ):
Military Discounts for Active, Reserve, and Retired Vets
Please forward to all active duty, reservists, and retired US military personnel you know…Discounts galore at over 200+ stores for vets and their immediate family members.
Remember to ALWAYS show your military or retired ID. Happy shopping...You deserve it!
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Brentwood Ca Real Estate - It is not the Size of the Company – It is the Size of the Service! - 02/07/12 04:22 PM
Brentwood Ca Real Estate - It is not the Size of the Company – It is the Size of the Service!
If you are considering Buying a Home or Selling a Home in Brentwood Ca 94513 or any where in East Contra Costa County there are many Real Estate Firms to choose from. Many of those firms will try to impress you with their size.
For example let's talk about “Goliath” Real Estate. They will have many agents and be sure to tell you about them. They will have teams and big numbers of sales. They will dazzle you with … (4 comments)
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Summerset Homes in Brentwood Ca – Your Purchasing a Lifestyle! - 02/07/12 01:50 PM
Summerset Homes in Brentwood Ca – Your Purchasing a Lifestyle!
Summerset Homes are a great 55+ Community in Brentwood Ca. I avoid the term retirement community as many people in the community are not retired. At 55 many people still working consider Summerset Homes in anticipation of retirement and although they are still working they are also ready for the down sizing, less maintenance and a nice single story home.
When you do retire your Summerset Home is more than a Home it is a Summerset Community. Summerset Homes offer a social environment for people at the same stage … (0 comments)
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Antioch Real Estate Investing – Multi Unit Properties - 02/06/12 08:05 PM
Antioch Real Estate Investing – Multi Unit Properties
Investing in Antioch Real Estate is very popular right now due to the low interest rates, low prices, and good rents. However, that also means there is a lot of competition for certain properties.
Well if you are thinking about Investment Properties maybe it is time to think out of the Single Family Home Box and look at Multi-Unit Properties.
There are some Triplexes and Fourplexes in East Contra Costa County and also some properties with 2 homes on one lot. Often these properties offer a great Return on Investment. The lending … (3 comments)
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How to Frustrate Buyers and Alienate Buyer’s Agents - 02/05/12 03:16 PM
Selling a Home in Brentwood Ca
If you are Selling a Home it is important that you be accurate about the information put on the MLS. Here is a great post why it is important to lay it all on the line as to exactly what kind of floor plan you have in a home.
For more information on Selling a Home in Brentwood or Beyond go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via Tni LeBlanc REALTOR® Santa Maria CA Homes Central Coast:
How to Frustrate Buyers and Alienate Buyer’s AgentsTruth in Advertising. Simple concept, but in the real estate world it can get … (1 comments)
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How to paint a straight line on a textured wall - 02/05/12 03:12 PM
If you are trying to get your home ready to sell or just want to spiff if up paint is one of the best bangs for your buck.
Now I have tried to paint lines using paint tape before and always get a bleed, but here is the seceret to doing it right. And it is so easy.
Via Mimi Foster - Colorado Springs Realtor Managing Broker (EPIC Real Estate Group Colorado Springs Real Estate):
How to paint a straight line on a textured wallOne of the best ways to give new life to a room is by adding a splash of color. … (4 comments)
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CALLING MY OWN SHOTS! Plus a Few Others that the AR Gods Missed this Week – 012912 - 02/05/12 03:10 PM
Here is Donne calling her own shots. I guess I did not make the list this week, but you cannot do it every week. She has a good list and always a bunch of quality post to follow up on.
Go over and subscribe if you do not already.
Via Donne Knudsen CalState Realty Services (Los Angeles & Ventura Counties in CA):
Well, this week there were so many really great posts here in the rain by some of my fave bloggeras well as some newbie bloggers that I’ve recently come across. First and foremost, I just want to give a … (0 comments)
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This is Janson – All Boy - 02/05/12 02:35 PM
This is Janson – All Boy
My sister calls him “Denise the Menace” and he has been known to get in a bit of trouble. He is my one son that is small in stature, but he eats like a horse and sneaks food like a teenager.
Yesterday Janson had Baseball tryouts of Pinto Jr. I was filled with lots of trepidation as I know my son's talent level. I had considered seeing if you he could play down in a younger division this year. But you know he did OK at tryouts. Not a super star – yet, but no … (0 comments)
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You Cannot Just Read About Things – You need to Walk the Ground - 02/05/12 02:08 PM
You Cannot Just Read About Things – You need to Walk the Ground
I am a history buff and love to read about the Battles of the Civil War and the American Revolution, amongst other things. Now in California we do not have a lot of Battle Fields. There were a few Indian Battles and a few riots during the Civil War, but nothing to speak of like in the Eastern Part of the county.
I was privileged to visit the Battle Field at Shiloh where one of my Great – Great Grandfathers fought with an Iowa Regiment. No matter how … (0 comments)
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If you are paying Cash it will cost you more! - 02/04/12 08:23 PM
If you are paying Cash it will cost you more!
I have written a few post in the past about how cash does not get you as much of a discount as Cash Buyers might think. I have also posted on the fact that many properties that only want cash are often already discounted in price.
However, cash does have advantage in some cases, but it will not get you a discount, it might even cost you more.
In this market certain properties will get multiple offers. Often these properties will go for over asking price – sometimes well over asking … (9 comments)
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5 Budget Bathroom Transformations by a Morris County Stager - 02/04/12 06:59 PM
Selling a Home in Brentwood Ca
Selling a Home is a challenge. Here are some simple bathroom staging tips. They are not very expensive but are the sort of thing that can really help sell a home.
For more tips on Selling a Home in Brentwood or Beyond go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via Kristine Ginsberg Morris County, NJ Stager (Morris County, NJ: Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC):
5 Bathroom Budget Transformations by a Morris County Stager
This Morris County Stager shows you how small, inexpensive changes can and will transform your dated bathroom whether you are selling or looking to update … (1 comments)
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17 Ways To Make Sure Your Home WON'T SELL. - 02/04/12 06:40 PM
Just a little laugh for the weekend. Nothing like a little fun on ActiveRain once in a while. There is some exageration here, but I have seen most of these on some level or another.
Via The Christiansen Team (RE/Max Home Connection Fort Wayne):
17. List it for 200% of it's true value.
16. List it as a four bedroom instead of a three. When the buyers get there... SURPRISE! Only three!
15. Paint the entire inside bright yellow with a Sponge Bob theme throughout.
14. Get three giant angry dogs and leave them loose during showings.
13. Require one full … (1 comments)
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Ten things to remove before listing... - 02/04/12 12:33 PM
Selling a Brentwood Home
Here is a great post on getting a Home Ready to Sell. Selling a Home involves a lot of things. These are some great tips both to get the home looking good and for the safety of your family.
For more information on Selling a Home in Brentwood or Beyond go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via Lindsey Hasford (Coldwell Banker Vision):
Everyone has heard rumors of de-cluttering when it's time to sell your home. But, what does that really mean? Before going hog wild and moving out... here's a few of the most important things to consider removing … (1 comments)
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" AS IS' Home purchase . What buyers should know . - 02/04/12 12:29 PM
Buying a Brentwood Home "As Is".
When Buying a Home the phrase "As Is" is rather common these days. Here is a great post on what that really means.
For more information on Buying a Home in Brentwood or Beyond go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via GITA BANTWAL, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI BUCKS County & Philadelphia, PA HOMES (RE/MAX Centre Realtors):
"AS IS" home purchase . What buyers should know before writing the purchase agreement.
This is not legal advice and buyers should seek legal advice when purchasing a home. Laws may be different in different States Ask your Real estate agent to guide … (1 comments)
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Gene's NFL Thoughts - 02/03/12 11:45 PM
Gene's NFL Thoughts
Well the last several weeks I have been making NFL picks. Started out well and went down hill. I should have quit while I was hot. This week there is only one game to call. However, first I will outline what I would like to see in the NFL:
An 18 Game Season with only 2 pre-season games. Throw in an extra bye week for a 20 week season. There are lots of advantages to this as you will see below.
I like Thursday Night Football, but the players have a point that it is too hard on … (8 comments)
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Brentwood Ca Karate - 02/03/12 07:09 PM
Brentwood Ca Karate
Any of you that have read my post know that I like to keep my boys busy in sports. I have 6 boys and the oldest four all do different things. This does not mean they are good at it all the time but they have to participate in something.
The other rule I have is that I choose what you do, unless and until you have a real passion for something; then you can choose. I will let them try different things on a casual level too.
Well my 3rd son Weston was born 6-7 weeks early … (0 comments)
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You Get Paid What? For Doing What? - 02/02/12 03:00 PM
You Get Paid What? For Doing What?
A big part of my morning ritual is to watch the Video Blog: Think Big Work Small with Frank and Brian. Now this Blog is mainly designed for the lender community, but they have a lot of cool stuff for real estate agents and even the general public.
Yesterday there is a great bit of information on the new Citizens Financial Protection Bureau CFPB. These outfit is supposed to protect consumers. But they are now hiring and they cover some of the positions and salaries. Unbelievable what these people will be paid.
It is … (7 comments)
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Brentwood Ca Home Prices: Who the heck Priced that House? There is trouble brewing... - 02/02/12 10:57 AM
Brentwood Ca Home Prices
This is a great Post on what people need to understand about Home Prices. I could go on multi page rants about each little paragraph. But it is summed up nicely here.
If you have any other questions about Real Estate go to Home Point Real Estate.
Via Scott Godzyk, One of Manchester NH's Leading Brokers (Godzyk Real Estate Services):
There is a war raging and some of you may not even have noticed...yet... Others may be right in the heart of it. As the amount of homes Listed on the market declines sharply and the amount … (1 comments)
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