info for sellers: Sold and closed escrow in Palo Alto CA 94301 - 12/01/11 04:44 PM
Another Sale Closed in Palo Alto, CA 94301This was a red-letter week for the seller and the buyer of a condo at 360 Everett, Palo Alto, CA.
Unit 3-C, with its floor-to-ceiling windows, huge balconies, and superb downtown location near Stanford University closed escrow this week. The seller now has additional financial resources a retiree desires and the buyer has a place to update to meet his needs, his pied-a-terre close to Stanford University, in the heart of downtown Palo Alto.
What a marvelous way to usher in the holidays for two fine people.
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info for sellers: Another Sale Closed in San Carlos, CA 94070 - 12/01/11 04:02 PM
Another Sale Closed in San Carlos, CA 94070 Today was a red-letter day for a seller and for the buyer of a home at 20 Sequoia Court, San Carlos, CA 94070. This lovely home closed escrow today, and keys are ready for the happy buyers. They'll be moving into the area they prefer, to a home that has been lovingly cared for by the sellers. The peaceful setting, with views of the western hills and deer wandering around the neighborhood, will be a delightful haven at the end of busy days A toast to our buyers: "Wishing you many happy years … (2 comments)

info for sellers: Closed escrow-2209 Cipriani Blvd in Belmont CA 94002 - 09/13/11 01:39 AM
2209 Cipriani in Belmont CA closed escrow yesterday
For the last 28 years, 2209 Cipriani has been lived in and enjoyed by the same family. They held their wedding reception there, shared their home and many holidays with family and friends, held cooking classes in the spacious kitchen, and always enjoyed the gorgeous view and serenity it brought. Now they are excitedly embarking on the next chapter of their lives, and have found a house they already love--and it's on one level, right for them at this time. On Labor Day, the sellers met with the buyers, and showed them around … (4 comments)

info for sellers: Changing Lifestyles - from suburban to urban - 09/06/11 06:55 PM
Changing Lifestyles - from suburban to urbanI've enjoyed living in San Carlos, California for 40 years, a friendly suburban town located mid way between San Francisco and San Jose. It ds a great place to raise a family, babies who like stroller rides along the quiet streets, the children who can walk to great neighborhood schools, the youths who play AYSO soccer (so popular here). We have fabulous neighbors and friends, enjoy the vibrant downtown restaurants and shops and the great classes offered by the city's rec center. Forty years is a long time, and the children are grown--it is time … (4 comments)

info for sellers: Homes are Selling in San Carlos CA 94070 - 06/24/11 03:35 AM
Homes are selling in San Carlos CA 94070 "I really appreciate everything you have done for me. This process has really flowed because of your expertise and professionalism. Thanks so much!!!" So says the happy seller of 163 Ruby Avenue, San Carlos. Listed for sale on May 8, we had a pending sale on June 1. Escrow closes June 24. All parties--seller, buyers, buyers' agent and I--worked diligently to bring about this happy conclusion. This morning there are 55 single-family homes for sale in the City of San Carlos; 54 listings have pending sales; and 23 have closed escrow since May … (6 comments)

info for sellers: Moving from your San Mateo County home? Need a Bit of Help? - 05/03/11 02:21 AM
Moving from your San Mateo County home? Need a Bit of Help?
Emptying a house where you've lived for 50+ years isn't easy, as the family of my client experienced last month. Many decisions need to be made, lots of packing is necessary and for a while it seems impossible.
However, help came from the Salvation Army, who sent their truck to the house to pick up furniture and household items.

What a welcome sight that was, with the two polite, helpful men who loaded it all in the truck. It was a win-win for all -- my … (6 comments)

info for sellers: Can You Wear Out a Blackberry by Talking Too Much? - 02/11/11 01:39 PM
Can you wear out a Blackberry by talking too much? That's what I wondered this morning as I forced myself out of bed after a l-o-o-n-g 2 weeks.
My Blackberry was fine when I plugged it in to recharge last night. I was too--running on adrenaline.
This morning, I was slow to start, didn't even consider going to my 5:40 AM exercise class, coffee took a long time to kick in. And my Blackberry? It wouldn't wake up at all! It reminded me of a teenager on a Monday morning after a weekend of partying!
After 3 days of almost … (17 comments)

info for sellers: Report on Tuesday's Broker Tour - 1925 Belmont Avenue, San Carlos, CA 94070 - 02/08/11 06:30 PM
Here's a report from Tuesday's broker tour in San Carlos, CA 94070
The real estate market is hot here in San Carlos, California! Here's the story of 1925 Belmont Avenue, San Carlos, and how it has been received so far:
Put the listing for 1925 Belmont Avenue on our MLS late Sunday afternoon Several agents previewed and showed it on Monday -- 2 disclosure pakages requested Broker tour scheduled from 9:30 - 1:00 on Tuesday -- I arrived at 8:30; the first agent and client came at 8:45. It was non-stop until about 2:00; I finally left around 2:30 Over 100 … (9 comments)

info for sellers: "How Many Houses Are Selling Over the Asking Price?"...asked a client - 02/03/11 03:16 PM
"How many houses are selling over the asking price?"
.....asked a client as we were meeting in San Carlos, California, preparing to write up an offer earlier this week.
"Not as many as sell for less than asking," I replied. "However, when a house has that 'WOW' factor and is priced on the low side, anything can happen." 
And anything did.
We knew there would be two offers, possibly three, and my clients wrote a very clean offer, slightly above list price. The next morning, as I presented the offer, I learned 10 offers were expected. Later that … (10 comments)

info for sellers: Coming Soon to the White Oaks area of San Carlos, CA 94070 - 02/02/11 04:27 AM
Coming soon to the White Oaks area of San Carlos, CA 94070
Come take a quick peek at this house at 1925 Belmont Avenue, San Carlos, CA that will be listed for sale in a few short days.
 
The sellers have enjoyed raising their family here, hosting many parties for both adults and children, and relaxing in the garden. Now it is time to make the house available for new owners.
There's lots of elbow room here; house is approximately 2240 square feet, plus there's a detached studio in the back yard. Set on an 8500+ square foot level … (6 comments)

info for sellers: Multiple offers and tons of buyers - 02/01/11 11:27 AM
Multiple offers and tons of buyers ....
......That's what we're seeing here in San Mateo County and the Silicon Valley.
At Noon today I presented an offer on a San Carlos house that has been listed for sale for 8 days -- when I spoke with the listing agent yesterday, she was expecting definitely 2 offers, perhaps one or two more. After presenting my clients' offer at Noon today, I asked whether that was still the likely count. Imagine my amazement when she said, 'oh no, there will be about 10 offers! We'll see how this plays out in the … (10 comments)

info for sellers: VIDEO--Have prices dropped since January 2009 in Atherton, CA 94027? - 01/28/11 02:37 AM
"Have prices dropped since January 2009 in Atherton?" Thus started the question from an accountant working on behalf of one of her clients. I'm happy to help other professionals gather the information their clients need, and did a bit of research for her.
Pulling information from our MLS for the part of Atherton in question for the last two years showed the following:
Interesting--there has been virtually no change; in fact, the median sales price was exactly the same both years--$3,650,000.00
Next, I prepared a comparative market analysis for homes in the area of similar square footage, active listings, pending … (12 comments)

info for sellers: Houses are selling in San Carlos, CA 94070 - 01/26/11 03:54 PM
Houses are selling in San Carlos, CA 94070!! This morning was a happy day for my buyers--finally, loan documents were in and the signing we hoped to accomplish last Friday took place.
Early last December these first-time buyers entered into contract to purchase this sweet home, a home they're looking forward to enjoying with their young son. Sometimes serendipity comes into play in real estate. The sellers wanted a long close or a rent back; they were remodeling their replacement home and weren't ready to move in December. My buyers had a lease on their rental that continues into March, 2011. … (4 comments)

info for sellers: Predictors of the 2011 Real Estate Market Show HOPE - 01/13/11 03:22 AM
 
Cindy Marchant has written a great piece about consumer confidence and her real estate predictiosn for 2011. Although she is located in Indiana and I'm on the San Francisco Peninsula, I echo her thoughts.
I'm definitely seeing increased consumer confidence -- it started here in the fall of 2010 and is continuing into 2011. People who have jobs are feeling confident that they will remain employed; they've used these past several years to rein in spending, save more, and reduce debt. Rents are rising. Now they're cautiously stepping back into the real estate market, ready to settle into a home … (5 comments)

 


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