san francisco: Short Sale Saga Continues... Victorian Condo in the Castro - 09/05/09 06:05 AM

Victorian Condo in the Castro $549,000 1+ Bedroom, 1 Bath, Fireplace
* * NEWS FLASH * *  APPRAISAL IN - and the Beat goes on...  Waiting for Bank Approval
The short sale saga continues - 5 weeks of waiting for our SunTrust Loss Mitigator to respond to our many calls, faxes and emails.  We've worked with Wells Fargo Bank and Bank of America before and thought SunTrust might be easier... Hmmm... Seems to be the same in all cases.   Hurry up and wait.  Be persistent, patient and polite.  
The bank is lucky to have a great offer and another in backup.  But what the heck … (0 comments)

san francisco: Excelsior - Countries and Capitals for $539,000 - 2 Br 1 Ba Home - 08/30/09 01:00 PM
Barrel Fronted Marina Style Home
A beautiful barrel fronted Marina style home exemplifying 1920’s detailing. 
The living room features a woodburning fireplace, built ins and western light!  A formal dining room and huge eat-in kicthen with skylights.  Hardwood floors and plenty of closets throughout. 
Parking for two or maybe more vehicles and plenty of storage.   A fenced level yard will would be a dream for any gardener… 
Close to transit, Outer Mission shopping at a condo price, opportunity is knocking! 
* * NOT A SHORT SALE - NOT A BANK OWNED PROPERTY * *
 
- The Broken Record Restaurant  
  Discover: A delightful bar and … (0 comments)

san francisco: Got Junk? - Let's Keep San Francisco's Neighborhoods Clean! - 08/22/09 03:28 PM
GOT JUNK? -- Don't know what to do? Call the Bulk Item Pick Up Program (BIC)
To Schedule Collection Service, Call:
Sunset Scavenger Company: (415) 330-1300
- or -
Golden Gate Disposal & Recycling Company: (415) 626-4000
The phone number should also be on your garbage/scavenger/trash bill
-or- You are just a click away:
San Francisco Recycling
If you call, please tell the customer service representative exactly what items are to be collected. Call by noon and arrange a next day pick up! Monday through Friday. Call by noon on Friday to schedule Monday service. Residential paying customers are entitled … (0 comments)

san francisco: Bernal Heights - Coveted View Slope - 141 Winfield @ Virginia - 2 Br / 1 Ba - Storage Down & Parking - 08/09/09 06:21 PM
$749,000 Craftsman - NW Bernal Hill Home - 2 Br / 1 Ba w/ Parking & More...
IN CONTRACT!Views of Noe Valley and Twin Peaks abound from this Craftsman home. You'll find original gumwood finishes, California brick fireplace, built-in bookshelves and polished wood floors. A formal dining and kitchen complete the floor. Steps up a find a full bath with much of the original detailing intact and two ample bedrooms leading out to a terraced garden complete with apple trees. Downstairs leads to a storage/office and laundry just a few steps from a huge garage.Steps from Cortland dining and shopping, Convenient … (0 comments)

san francisco: San Francisco Property Tax Reassessment - Phil Ting, Tax Assessor - 07/21/09 03:32 AM
Phil Ting - San Francisco City Tax Assessor addresses:
Zephyr Real Estate Agent's Meeting

 
Below you'll find a link to our San Francisco City Assessor's Office.  Remember this is the City that knows how!  We have many SF City and County employees here to HELP YOU!  Never hesitate to call YOUR City Officials and ask for THEIR help.  You'll be pleasantly surprised!  They even established a special 311 phone number to help guide YOU!
 
 
 

 
Phil Ting's address was sincere.  He is a quite affable  City official.  We acknowledge and admire his approach on both enforcement and attempt to make a difference … (0 comments)

san francisco: Location, Light, Volume and Value - This SOMA Loft has it ALL! - 07/16/09 01:35 AM
638 Minna Street, #8 -

SOMA Value!

Central SOMA and steps from the architectural award winning new Federal Building, Orpheum Theater, Civic Center, BART and many fine restaurants. A "Walkscore" of 100! You'll enjoy coming home to 1,622 sq ft of light and space reserved for your imagination.
Three floors of south facing windows capture light and views 24/7. Enjoy the beautifully refinished maple hardwood floors and warm colors - freshly painted. A clean pallette for your own decor. On a cool evening you could enjoy the fireplace in the living room and another in the master suite.
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san francisco: Sophisticated Urban Living in this SOMA Designer Loft - 07/16/09 01:29 AM
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san francisco: Chocolate, Scotch and Fine Art - 924 Grove Street Tonight! - 04/02/09 06:35 AM
If you have the time this evening, you can get a sneak preview of a FABULOUS home off Alamo Square. Steps away the postcard view of the seven most famous Victorian sisters of San Francisco... please mention my name to Bonnie Spindler of Zephyr Real Estate, she is our most gracious host along with the seller of this $3,390,000 home off Alamo Square.
 
924 Grove Street is a significant property with over 4,400 sq ft* of amenities. The dramatic staircase rises several stories above the foyer, capped by a large skylight. Not unlike a gorgeous home under construction by my … (0 comments)

san francisco: Noe Valley - 3 Amazing Craftsman View Flats and 3 Garages - $1,335,000 - 03/29/09 05:11 PM

3 Quality Craftsman Flats w/Big Views and 3 Car Parking
 

1498 Noe: 2 Br 1 Ba Top 1496 Noe: 2 Br 1 Ba Middle  1494 Noe: 1 Br 1 Ba Lower  3 Car Individual Garages Top Floor w/Humongous Attic Laundry w/ Each Unit North West Corner Lot Decorative Fireplaces Storage 3,300 Sq. Ft per Tax Records Built 1926 per Tax Records A well maintained and delightful corner property.  Commanding views and detached on three sides. Gaze at Mount Diablo east and Bernal and Glen Park to the south. Flooded with light, the top floor features hardwood floors, three bay windows, decorative fireplace, … (0 comments)

san francisco: Short Sale Whisperer... - 03/06/09 05:50 PM
Short Sale Whisperer...  *(Update 4/24/2009 - Sold and Closed at $560,000)

It's taken several months for two lenders involved in this short sale to be 'whispered' to so they can approve this sale for my client.  We reached a breaking point in frustration, learning that even within the same lending institution there are different procedures and little communication between departments.  It was through close listening, asking questions and 'whispering' I soon discovered process and procedure which made even the lenders lives easier and my job more efficient in handling this sale.
The sweet revelry we enjoyed of receiving our conditional approval letter was shortlived!  We had only waited 10 weeks to have the sweet satisfaction of … (2 comments)

san francisco: When will Lender's Begin Lending at the New Loan Limits? - 02/26/09 11:34 AM

We've all heard the stimulus packet has been signed and the loan limit for high cost areas (like the SF Bay Area) will go up, but the question is when? So I asked a mortgage broker friend of mine what's going to happen now. Her response was when three conditions are met... I quipped back before she could finish:
A. When hell freezes over.
B. When ice is served in hell.
C. When ice cream doesn't melt in hell.
Her response after she stopped laughing told me: the sequence goes like this, now that President Obama has signed the bill into law, "three … (0 comments)

san francisco: Million Dollar Views for Less - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Condo - 02/24/09 04:07 PM

Mid Century Modern Condo $479,000 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Fireplace, 1 Car Parking
Click to the website for more details at: http://www.655CorbettAvenue.com/See the MILK trailer link in the list of links... What a movie!Check out the slide show: SF Stylish Living in the CastroClose to the Castro but far enough away... Best % Interest Rates % (FHA Capable)available with your good credit!
• 1 Bedroom• 1 Bath• Living Room w Fireplace• Remodeled Kitchen• Storage & Laundry• 1 Car Parking • Steps from transit• HOA $347.56 per month• Built 1964 per Tax RecordsPrice Reduced! Yes, these really are the panoramic views you've … (0 comments)

san francisco: New Rates Make Cents! If you own - You should think about refinancing NOW! - 01/15/09 05:16 PM
Looking for Extra Money?  The New Rates make Cents!   Ask your lender about refinancing your mortgage now! *  Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may tack on an extra 3/4 point to condo loans by March 2009.
It may be even be a good time to look into buying or trading up. 
The buzz on loan rates for the 30 year fixed rate loan are as low as:
Loan amount up to $417,000 - 4.125%  
$417,001 - $625,500 - 5.5%
$625,500 - $1.5 million - 6.625%
Where does your current loan fit?  A good loan calculator will tell you what difference it makes to you … (0 comments)

san francisco: Nöel Valley’s Third Annual Holiday Block Party! (Noe Valley) - 12/06/08 03:45 AM
Nöel Valley’s Third Annual Holiday Block Party!
San Francisco’s Noe Valley holds it’s 3rd annual holiday event, the Noel Stroll on Saturday, December 13, 2008 from 5 pm-9 pm.
24th and Church Streets unique mix of boutiques, gift shops, restaurants and cafe's will be staying open late, hosting an enjoyable evening of festive libations and special in-store promotions. Enjoy strolling local carolers and musicians, hot cocoa, cider, latkes and other holiday festivities.
Santa will be available from 5 pm to 8 pm for wishes (and earlier for photo opportunities from 11 am to 2 pm) at Zephyr Real Estate.
Readings of … (0 comments)

san francisco: Wow! North Beach 2 Br 2 Ba Condo w/Parking - SOLD - 12/01/08 02:42 PM

• 2 Bedrooms• 2 Full-Size Bathrooms• Fireplace• Euro-Style Kitchen• In-Unit Washer/Dryer• Elevator Building• Deeded Parking and Storage• Shared Roof Deck w/Views!• HOA Dues $455.59• 1405 sq ft per Tax Records• Built 1995 per Tax RecordsExperience North Beach at its finest! This sharp 2BR/2BA condo--situated on Chestnut Street between Mason and Columbus--offers an open floor plan, fireplace, Euro-style kitchen, in-unit washer/dryer, parking, storage and elevator! Shared roof deck w/ BBQ & sensational 360-degree views! Around the corner you’ll find historic Ristorante Fior d' Italia. Only steps to Columbus Avenue, Little Italy, Washington Square, Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, and the Powell-Mason cable car … (0 comments)

san francisco: Glen Park - Single Family Home - Pride of Home Ownership - 10/26/08 03:12 AM
Pride of Ownership - In the Same Family for over Fifty Years!
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Remodeled Kitchen
• Granite Counters
• Stainless Appliances
• Woodburning Fireplace
• Hardwood Floors
• Deck
• Back Yard
• 1-Car Parking
• 1179 Square Feet per Tax Records
• Year Built 1950 per Tax Records

Across from Walter Haas Park this home exemplifies pride of home ownership. The quality is evident from crown moldings to hardwood floors. On the main level you can drive in to your garage and come home to a limestone foyer. A master suite opens to … (0 comments)

san francisco: Gala Re-Opening of the California Academy of Sciences - Free this Saturday 9/27! - 09/21/08 07:10 AM
 
Good news... Something to take the mind off all the econo-news of recent.
We're less than a week away from the...  
Gala Opening Weekend of the return of the California Academy of Sciences to Golden Gate Park
September 27 - >Free Attendance< 9:30 am to 9:00 pm -  (If you remember opening day of the De Young Museum of Fine Arts you may decide to go early!)
September 28 - Paid Attendance 9:30 to 5:0 pm (Check website for tickets.)
Click below for a direct link to the web site.
http://www.calacademy.org/events/openingweekend/

If you miss this event, go online soon and plan a daytrip in the middle … (0 comments)

san francisco: SOMA Lifestyle Loft - Outdoor Space to BBQ! - 09/20/08 03:30 PM
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san francisco: SOMA Living with Outdoor Space - Exotic Bamboo and Industrial Finishes! - 09/13/08 02:23 AM
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san francisco: Top of the World Views from this Twin Peaks Condo - 2 Car Parking too!!! - 08/30/08 05:57 AM
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