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If You Build It, They Will Come...For Permits! - 08/30/07 01:39 PM

Have you been following the story of the Danville, CA man who built a baseball practice field for his son's little league team in his back yard? Sounds sweet doesn't it? But it is also a good reminder to get those permits when you are making any additions or alterations to your … (3 comments)

Labor Day on the Bay - 08/29/07 03:16 PM

So, what are you going to do this weekend? Remember, the Bay Bridge will be closed, so keep alternate transportation in mind. As I wrote yesterday, you can get all the 411 right here. Here are some ways to have fun and avoid the freeways.
If you are in the East … (0 comments)

Bay Area Bridges--Good News / Bad News - 08/28/07 03:02 PM

Well, there are a lot of developments with Bay Area bridges, and I just had to weigh in. I've written about the bridges (and public transportation) before, and here is an update.
So the new Benicia Bridge opened this past weekend, and it is a wonderful thing! In addition to having an … (0 comments)

Oakland Market Report - 08/27/07 02:50 PM

The media continues to spread a message of gloom and doom about the real estate market. While the reports should be listened to and deeply considered, always keep your individual situation in mind if you are currently active in the real estate market.CNN reports that the "glut of homes hits 16-year … (0 comments)

3312 Adeline--A GREAT Condo Deal in West Oakland - 08/27/07 02:47 PM

While there are many large homes on the market, sometimes a smaller, lower-priced residence is the best choice for first time home buyers--especially in today's ever-changing market!.
Here is a terrific 2 bedroom / 1 bath condo for sale on the Oakland/Emeryville border for just $239,000. This is one of the … (0 comments)

"All the World's a Stage..."--especially in the East Bay - 08/24/07 03:32 PM

You might be wondering if you need to stage your house to help sell it. I can tell you right now that you do indeed need to stage your house. You might be thinking, "Hey, she hasn't even seen my lovely home. What does she know?" I know that you need … (1 comments)

A New Way to HOA? - 08/22/07 01:14 PM

I recently worked with a client to help him find a new home after the condo he bought turned out to be problematic. Many of the brand-new units were completely infiltrated by mold. The HOA took the matters seriously, and discovered that many of the developer's condo buildings in the Emeryville … (2 comments)

Put Me In, Coach! - 08/17/07 02:32 PM

Friday is here, and I'm about to head off to Mastermind in San Diego to energize my life and career. Coaching and retreats like this through Buffini & Company have made a significant difference for me, and I highly encourage it. Whether you use the Buffini approach or not, coaching is … (6 comments)

Neighborhood Focus--Temescal in Oakland - 08/08/07 05:54 PM

Oakland's Temescal District Temescal is one of my favorite East Bay neighborhoods, plus I believe it is a great place to buy real estate in this turbulent market. This district is right at the beginning of growth spurt, and it should really be hopping--culturally and economically--in the next 2-3 years. This … (0 comments)

The Return of the Loan Contingency to the East Bay? - 08/03/07 05:39 PM

The Return of the Loan Contingency?In the East Bay's go-go-market of the last few years, loan approvals happened without a second thought. And, since buyers have to be competitive in that market climate, they often dropped the loan contingency from their offers. Well, now we know the credit market is tightening … (0 comments)

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