pleasanton real estate: Pleasanton - what do you get for $975,000 - 09/02/08 04:54 PM
I was having a conversation last night with a buyer frustrated with what you get for $975,000 in the penninsula (which is about a 1400-1600 sqft on a 5000-7000 lot, 3 br 2 ba and about 50 years old).Here in Pleasanton, I did a search for what most won't consider … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Stunningly Gorgeous Ruby Hill, Pleasanton Estate Home! Pool, Spa & VIEWS!! 3206 Novara Way, Pleasanton - 08/28/08 01:46 PM
3206 Novara Way, PleasantonLocation: Ruby HillThis beautiful Italian Villa style home has recently been updated with new hardwood floors, designer paint, custom lighting and designer window treatments. Offering a wonderful floor plan of 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, executive study, 3 car garage, and gorgeous private spa-like backyard with pool, hot tub, … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: San Ramon - 07/29/08 06:21 AM
The press keeps talking about the excess inventory of homes, but really if your looking for example a 4/2 with min 2000 sqft, there's very few homes worth considering in San Ramon, Pleasanton or Fremont.
At best I find 1-3 homes on the market that I would consider having my clients … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: two great buys- 1 in San Ramon the other in Pleasanton - 06/17/08 07:51 PM
both of these are great opportunites if you are looking for great schools associated home priced under $550K.Click Here to View Listings3105 KITTERY AVE, San Ramon $549,990 Just came back on the market
4/2.5 with 1635 of living sqft/7000 sqft lot
6873 HEATH CT, Pleasanton $558,000 Just had a price change
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pleasanton real estate: Pleasanton Town Hall Meeting Update - 05/02/08 08:25 PM
Pleasanton Real Estate Town Hall: On Wednesday (4/30) the City of Pleasanton, Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce, Pleasanton Weekly and Bay East held a town hall-style meeting at the Veteran's Hall to discuss the real estate market in Pleasanton. More than 125 Pleasanton residents and others attended.
Carole Rodoni, CAMB's George Duarte … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Pleasanton Real Estate Town Hall Meeting - 04/29/08 12:12 AM
The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce, City of Pleasanton, Pleasanton Weekly and the Bay East Association of REALTORS® are co-sponsoring a town hall meeting on the status of the real estate market in Pleasanton. The free event is open to the public and takes place on Wednesday, April 30, at 7 p.m. … (4 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Pleasanton and Ruby Hill Real Estate is Heating Up!! Take a Look! - 04/25/08 03:12 PM
Real estate is heating up in Ruby Hill and Pleasanton! There are currently 30 homes on the market in Ruby Hill, as well as 4 lots for sale! These numbers have flucuated lately, with more homes going pending! (There are currently 6 pending, with a couple selling in their first weekend.) Of the 30 homes … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Do You Know the Answer? - 04/20/08 11:58 AM
I thought this would be just for fun? Do you know the answer to these riddles? The answer is the same for both* It is greater than God and more evil than the devil. The poor have it, the rich need it and if you eat it you'll die. What is it?* … (11 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Greenspan and more! - 04/15/08 12:48 AM
I am always looking to my state association CAR to find interesting articles and information that will help me in my business. I came across this information and feel that most of it is very helpful and I hope it is helpful to you too!
Former Federal Reserve Chief Alan Greenspan Tuesday said … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: For All You Californians and Realtors! - 04/14/08 09:26 PM
This bill was signed by the governor on October 12, 2007!SB 559*Property Tax Reassessment Exemption Applied Retroactively for Domestic PartnersThis new law retroactively applies the exemption from reassessment for transfers of real property between registered domestic partners back through January 1, 2001. However, no refunds on property taxes will be provided for such … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: C.A.R. Establishes Presence on Facebook - 04/13/08 01:25 AM
C.A.R. this week established a presence on Facebook, one of the leading social networking sites on the Internet. The launch represents C.A.R.'s expanding presence into new media venues. Members may view C.A.R.'s Facebook page without joining the network. C.A.R.'s Facebook page includes an overview of the Association and its mission; a … (6 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Spring Spaces Light Up Buyer Faces - 04/13/08 12:56 AM
Today's home buyers place a premium on outdoor spaces. According to the 2007 NAR Profile of Buyers' Home Feature Preferences, half of all buyers think a backyard or play area is very important, one-third want a patio or porch, and more than one in five are looking for a deck. But … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Homeowners Raiding Retirement Accounts to Avoid Foreclosure - 04/12/08 01:16 PM
This morning while perusing my email I came across this article that was forwarded to me by my title rep depicting what is happening due to the higher incidence of upcoming foreclosures. I thought it was worth passing along.Struggling to save their homes from foreclosure, more Americans are raiding their 401(k) retirement … (5 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Lawn Care - Aerating and Mowing - 04/11/08 11:49 PM
Spring is here are it is time to maincure your loans and here are some Aeration Tips.....Some tips for successful lawn aeration include: Be careful of shallow sprinkler lines getting punctured by the aerator. Be careful of shallow sprinkler lines getting punctured by the aerator. Water your lawn heavily, up to … (13 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Are Your Sellers Overwhelmed in Relocating? - 04/11/08 09:26 PM
Sellers sometimes feel a bit overwhelmed by their upcoming relocation to a new home! There are ways to make the transition easier. One way to ease your mind is to make a list of everything that needs to be done. The following are some helpful tips for a successful relocation: Start a separate … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: How to cut your property tax bill - 04/11/08 04:48 PM
Proposition 8 - allows a temporary tax reduction when a property's market value on January 1st, is below the prior years assessed value.Ask your Assessor - if your home is worth less than you paid, chances are you can get a temporary reduction in your property taxes. It's free and easy … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Lenders retreat as housing market plummets - 04/10/08 11:31 PM
The national housing market decline and resulting financial institution write-downs are beginning to hit home in the form of tighter credit, even for highly qualified borrowers with solid-gold credentials. As lenders clamp down on new borrowers and cap existing home equity credit lines in an effort to limit future exposure, everyone … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Homeowners are told to stay by lenders - 04/10/08 11:17 PM
Banks swamped by a tidal wave of foreclosures increasingly may be looking the other way and letting homeowners remain in their homes, according to some sources. Banks say they are allowing homeowners more time to work out financial issues and potentially save their homes by avoiding foreclosure. But some observers have … (6 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Lenders Let Homeowners's Stay - 04/10/08 09:37 PM
Banks swamped by a tidal wave of foreclosures increasingly may be looking the other way and letting homeowners remain in their homes, according to some sources. Banks say they are allowing homeowners more time to work out financial issues and potentially save their homes by avoiding foreclosure. But some observers have … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Southern CA Homebuyer's Fair This Weekend!! - 04/10/08 10:58 AM
As last year's EXPO chair for CAR & liaison this year, I try to keep California Realtors informed on CAR events. This is a great event for Realtor's buyers to attend a wonderful event this year. Please print out coupons and send your buyers! HOME BUYER'S FAIR THIS WEEKEND, COUPONS STILL AVAILABLE The Southern California … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: ZIP Realty MovesUp!! - 04/10/08 10:43 AM
Real estate brokerage company Web site ZipRealty.com improved its ranking to fifth among the top-20 most-visited industry Web sites in March -- the company ranked seventh on the list in February and ninth in January, metrics company Hitwise reported.
The top four companies on the list remained unchanged from February to March. … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: California Agents Representing Investment Buyers! - 04/10/08 12:37 AM
California agents have not been able to represent investors on properties which there is a notice of default filed because the law stated that buyer's agents needed to be bonded. The issue is that the bond didn't exist. Below is information from the California Association of Realtors legal department with the latest news on this subject!C.A.R.'s … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Gorgeous Pleasanton Home for Sale! 1717 Courtney Ave | The Fabulous Properties Team | $1, 829,000 - 04/08/08 11:08 AM
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pleasanton real estate: Are you molding or molting? - 04/08/08 09:21 AM
Mold seems to be a growing issue in our area. There is always some mold everywhere - in the air and on many surfaces. Molds have been on the Earth for millions of years. Mold grows where there is moisture. While doing my research I came accross some information from the … (7 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Are you eligible for a Child and Dependant Care Expense Tax Credit? - 04/08/08 01:35 AM
Taxes are due April 15 - If you pay someone to care for your child so you can work or look for work, you probably qualify for this credit.
Normally, your child must be your dependent and under age 13. Though often referred to as the child care credit, this credit … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Banks fail to lower mortgage rates as Bernanke cuts - 04/08/08 12:06 AM
This article is from the California Association of Realtors Market Matters Newsletter and is free to their members!Though they've received seven interest rate cuts and a program designed to kick-start borrowing, banks are rebuilding their balance sheets rather than passing on the cuts to consumers in the form of lower interest … (10 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Housing slump hitting second homes - 04/08/08 12:02 AM
This article is from the California Association of Realtors Market Matters Newsletter and is free to their members!Vacation home sales declined by more than 30 percent in 2007 and home sales to investors fell more than 18 percent from the previous year, according to a report issued Friday by the NATIONAL … (3 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: It's Your Choice, what would you like to do? - 04/07/08 10:47 PM
I had the privledge of listening to Bernice Ross at my Northern CA CRS networking luncheon. Here are a couple tips that she spoke about at the meeting. She also promoted Point 2 NLS website when I heard her a couple of years ago and I feel it is the best … (4 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Ever wonder how much mileage those appliances will give you? - 04/06/08 04:25 PM
I was the other day waiting for the appliance repair guy to show up at my house. It seems when I went to use my microwave the other day the door handle came off in my hand. Humm....there is I was handle in hand, piece of chicken in the microwave and … (7 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Those cars never seem to stop coming.......... - 04/04/08 05:14 PM
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pleasanton real estate: How to Stop Junk Mail Dead in It's Tracks - 04/03/08 05:06 PM
I don't know about you but I have had a lot of junk mail lately. It seems no matter what I do to stop it, it seems to just reappear out of no ware.
I recently came across some helpful tips to help stop that ugly junk mail or at least minimize … (3 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: How Do You Feel About This!! - 04/03/08 11:01 AM
Zilow has a new service for consumers. Here is a little bit about their new endeavor. For more information go to Zillow or the Mortgage Markeplace.The foray into the mortgage realm provides consumers with the opportunity to anonymously view mortgage professionals' rate quotes for a variety of loan types while protecting consumers' privacy.The … (4 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Go Green!! - 04/01/08 10:53 PM
Here is the latest newsletter from David Bach, author of The Automatic Millionaire, who travels around the world speaking to people of all walks of life on how they too can purchase a home. I have attended 2 of his conferences and found he truly cares about people and helps them to be a … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Will This ever End! - 03/30/08 10:14 PM
Mortgage Scams Target HomeownersEarlier this week, federal prosecutors charged 19 suspects in a nationwide mortgage scam that robbed cash-strapped homeowners of their home equity and title, reports the Los Angeles Times. The defendants defrauded homeowners using foreclosure rescue pitches and so-called equity stripping schemes to steal $12.6 million and obtain the … (3 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Are You Over 55? Do You Want to Transfer Your Property Tax Base? - 03/30/08 09:56 PM
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pleasanton real estate: Things To Do in Pleasanton - 03/28/08 09:30 PM
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pleasanton real estate: A History of Pleasanton - 03/28/08 09:04 PM
Information from the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: More Info About the Isle City of Alameda - 03/27/08 04:52 PM
Central AlamedaEven though I was born and raised in Alameda it always amazes me on how it has grown so much. Here is a little information about Central Alameda. The only way to access the main island is to cross either of our 4 bridges or the tube.The island of Alameda … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: The Island in Which I Sell & Born and Raised! - 03/26/08 11:08 PM
Bay Farm Island
Alameda is a small island with a beach that looks to San Francisco. Bay Farm Island is where I grew up and in those days we took a school bus to school, AC transit did not run on the weekends, I took the ferry (the kind that carries vehicles) to … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: The Property Tax Man Cometh - April 10th, 2008 - 03/26/08 12:11 AM
The Property Tax Man Cometh - April 10th, 2008.......so here is your Bay Area Property Tax Information
Here's my little reminder that I have used for years. When it comes to property taxes, "There's No Darn Foolin' Around!"
November 10th • December 10th • February 10th • April 10th
Due Delinquent Due Delinquent
April 10th is just … (9 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Tips to Save on Gas - 03/25/08 12:19 PM
Here is some tips on how to save Gas from a friend...... TIPS ON PUMPING GAS I don't know what you guys are paying for gasoline.... but here in California we are also paying higher, up to $3.50 per gallon. But my line of work is in petroleum for about 31 … (6 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Lending Institutions No longer Permitting Short Sales - 03/25/08 12:13 AM
A Realtor friend of mine sent me this information the other day! I truly hope they are trying to help the homeowners and are not just foreclosing on their homes! I know that Wells Fargo Bank did help many homeowners keep their homes by re negotiating the loans. Many thanks to … (6 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Do We or Don't We.....Bay Area MLS - 03/24/08 06:51 PM
Well guys and gals, here it is hot off the press from Bay East Association of Realors our MLS update of the week.Bay East Supports Statewide MLS · The Board of Directors of the Bay East Associations of REALTORS® has signed a Statement of Intent to participate in a statewide Multiple … (3 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Northern California's MLS Mergers & California Association of Realtors Statewide MLS - 03/23/08 08:22 PM
Except for this year, I have been a director of the Bay East Association of Realtors for over 11 years. I also sat on our MLS committee and the joint committee for Contra Costa, East Bay Regional and Bay East Associations and have been a CAR director since 1992. The MLS is forever changing and the politics just … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: For You Chefs! For Fun! Here are Amazing Recipes for COOKIES! - 03/23/08 12:03 AM
This is remarkable! I received this from Judy Phebus an agent in Las Vegas! Even if you have no particular interest, please pass on to the bakers in your life. They'll appreciate it.
Just click on the name of the cookie and bam the recipe is there. Good to keep handy 1-2-3 Cookies 7 Layer Cookies … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Where do You Place Your Open House Signs? - 03/21/08 11:05 PM
We seem to be in an area where our local cities are adopting sign ordinances on how many and where the Realtors and the public can place their open house signs. Here is what Bay East Association is posting on the issue and our Local Government Relations Committee will be meeting on Monday mornign … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: California's Prop 60 and 90! Are You Over 55? - 03/21/08 04:57 PM
Proposition 13 prohibits property tax increases until property ownership is changed. If either spouse is over age 55 (when the old home is sold), PROP 60 allows replacement of a primary residence with a new home of equal or lesser value (but see below) within the same county and transfer of … (4 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Hey Californians! Here's the Info sent by the CHP on our New Cell Phone Laws!! - 03/21/08 12:56 AM
It is about time that we have a new law regarding using cell phones while driving! It is very frustrating when motorists are inconsiderate on our roads because they do not pay attention while on their cell phones! Here are the facts about the new California law!!!
Wireless Telephone Laws FAQs
Two new laws … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: For All You California Realtors! - 03/19/08 11:44 PM
Realtors in California do not realize the tools and services our state association offers to us. Here is one that CAR offers to us to give to our clients. Click on the link to find out about more that CAR offers to their members or go to http://www.car.org http://www.yourpieceofcalifornia.com/Here are Some Important Steps to … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Crawling the Internet - 03/18/08 11:45 PM
Ten years ago, it was required that consumers visit a real estate professional to obtain information about a home. According to the CAR 2007 Internet vs. Traditional Buyer Survey, 72 percent of today's consumers use the Internet in their search for the "perfect home." For a top real estate professional, that … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: NAR is Asking for Realtor Help! - 03/18/08 08:08 PM
I constantly read emails from NAR and CAR to receive as much knowledge as I can regarding the real estate industry. Below is a letter from NAR requesting Realtors to send to their Congressperson and Senators to make the "Loan Limit Increase Key to FHA Reform Bill Permanent!"Send a letter to … (3 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Possible Relief to Credit Crisis? - 03/17/08 06:46 PM
We should almost be there...tomorrow?????
WASHINGTON - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said new steps announced by the central bank Sunday should help squeezed financial institutions get cash infusions_ a fresh effort to provide relief to a spreading credit crisis that threatens to plunge the economy into recession.
The central bank approved … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Ever Wanted to Locate Someone? - 03/17/08 05:31 PM
Ever wonder where an old friend or school chum went? Maybe a long lost client who's address you lost? Some time ago I was given this website and it is good for locating people....friends, family, clients, school chums or maybe someone who owes you money or maybe someone you owe money … (13 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Facts and Trends for Castro Valley - 03/16/08 04:43 PM
Here are the facts and trends for February that I pulled from Trendgraphix.com for the Castro Valley activity.
The good news is we are pending more property and based on our current inventory and pending sales we have about 6.1 months of inventory to clear out.
Let's stay positive and educate our buyers … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: For You Bakers This is Pop Up Magic! - 03/16/08 01:24 PM
I received this awhile back from another Realtir Judy Phebus! Just Click on the recipe and it Pops Up! Try it!!
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pleasanton real estate: San Ramon Facts & Figures for Febuary 2008 - 03/16/08 01:21 AM
Here are the facts and figures for February that I pulled from Trendgraphix.com on the San Ramon activity.
The good news is we are pending more property and based on our current inventory and pending sales we have about 4.6 months of inventory to clear out.
Let's stay positive and educate … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Investment Calculator for Your Website - 03/16/08 01:11 AM
As I was doing some research on line this evening I found an Investment Calculator. The site provided me with a HTML code to drop it into your site. I have since placed it on my point2 site and wanted to share it with you.
Here is the info on the site.... … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Find the Cheapest Gas Stations in Your Area! - 03/15/08 08:49 PM
I have this website on my Point 2 NLS website! I think we are all tired of the high gasoline prices! I wish the government would start helping the citizens of the United States with this issue and more! I received this site from a friend and I want to pass it … (10 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Get Energy From Good Fats! - 03/15/08 05:26 PM
I was referred by a good friend who is a Holistic Veterinarian to http://www.trivita.com/. This website has great information and products to improve our health. The one item Ialways take daily is their vitamin B-12 and I feel it really works! Here is a little bit of Tivitas newsletter. The inside scoop on calories … (3 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: St. Patrick's Day History, Legends, Trivia, and Information - 03/15/08 12:37 AM
St. Patrick's Day is fastly approaching and I went on the search to find out more about him and why the date is celebrated and here is what I found. Who is St. Patrick Anyway?According to the World Book, St. Patrick lived about 389-461A.D., and is the patron saint of Ireland. Patrick was chiefly responsible … (4 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: NAR Offers Loan Limit Info - 03/14/08 07:50 PM
Last week, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued new FHA and conforming loan limits. NAR has pulled together lots of information on the impact of these changes and what they mean to real estate professionals. You can check out these resources at a new NAR web page … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Candidates File for Local Elections - 03/14/08 07:45 PM
AS a member of the Local Government Relations Council at Bay East I attempt to keep informed on what is happening in our communities. Here is what is happening on the home front with the upcoming elections.
Candidates File for Local Elections: Last Friday (3/7) was the filing deadline for candidates seeking office in … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Buyers jump into murky housing market - 03/13/08 04:18 PM
While low interest rates and depressed home prices have started to attract entry-level home buyers, the typical home in San Diego County remains out of reach for the average family. MAKING SENSE OF THE STORY FOR CONSUMERS
· Bleak economic news is usually followed by a downward turn in mortgage interest rates, but … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Home equity slips below 50 percent - 03/13/08 04:16 PM
Homeowners' debt on their houses exceeded their equity for the first time since the Federal Reserve Board began tracking it in 1945, falling below 50 percent.MAKING SENSE OF THE STORY FOR CONSUMERS· Today's low equity is a result of lax lending standards during the housing boom, when many buyers were able to obtain … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Housing: Best time to buy in four years - 03/13/08 04:14 PM
Housing: Best time to buy in four yearsValuations-the difference between a home's actual price and what it should cost-are the lowest they've been in four years.MAKING SENSE OF THE STORY FOR CONSUMERS· More than 88 percent of 330 housing markets surveyed showed price declines and improved affordability during the last three months … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: The Sunny Side of the Bay - The East Bay - 03/13/08 05:17 AM
The East Bay is an ideal place to relocate to, there is diversity in everything from housing to food to climate. it is one of the most beautiful areas of California and everything is within a couple hour drive. The East Bay is a made up of two counties, Alameda and Contra Costa, as well … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Seller Funding Downpayment Assistance - 03/12/08 04:38 PM
Federal regulators have not adequately explained their decision to reverse a policy allowing seller-funded down-payment assistance on FHA-backed loans -- or provided sufficient responses to suggestions on ways to mend, rather than end, the practice -- a federal judge has ruled.The ruling means the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Remember the Day's......FHA and VA Loans? - 03/12/08 01:02 PM
Rembmber when......FHA's and VA loans were the loans of choice and what we used for our buyers? OK, now I am really dating myself after three decades of getting clients into the American Dream! Well those were the days. What has been you experience of late with FHA & VA loans? How do … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Tankless Waterheaters - 03/10/08 10:45 PM
So you're tired of running out of hot water in the shower and want to replace that old hot water heater. Or maybe you're considering tankless for a new project. Well, tankless hot water heaters can be a great solution to your residential hot water needs. They're also referred to as … (6 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Broker Outreach - 03/10/08 07:40 PM
Bay East Association of REALTORS is sponsoring a Broker Outreach for brokers and office managers. Should they plan to attend the Bay East Broker-Manager Outreach Meeting and Luncheon on Monday, March 31, 2008 from 11:30 a.m, to 1:30 pm in the Bay East Conference Center.Hear the latest Bay East and MLS … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Bay East Association of REALTORS® Member Services and Programs - 03/10/08 07:27 PM
I am Bay East · Bay East understands the needs of today's real estate professional and offers a package of services and benefits specifically designed to help you prosper and succeed. Here are a few of your membership benefits:Education: Bay East offers timely, top-quality classes from continuing education to designations, DRE … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Springtime is for Grilling - 03/09/08 09:56 PM
As we spring forward with the new time change I remember some of things I enjoy most about spring. It's the time when everything seems to bloom and grow. Easter is near and the children go on Easter egg hunts and get their Easter clothes ready. Most of all I enjoy … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Gail Boal - Pleasanton's FIRST Elementary School to go Green! - 02/25/08 12:05 AM
Great Green News!!!, This week’s Go Green Initiative School of the Week, Walnut Grove Elementary School in Pleasanton, became the first solar school in California just last week to go green! Principal Bill Radulovich flipped the switch and turned on the solar energy! Perhaps not surprisingly, it's just … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Gail Boal - Pleasanton Video - The Heart , Soul and The People make this Communty Complete! - 02/24/08 03:52 PM
My YouTube video gives an overview of this gem of a city in the southern end of Alameda County. I take you on a tour of the uniqueness of this town, a little history and show some of its "soul." The community has a great location, weather and school system … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Nosy Neighbors Can Be a Buyer's Best Friend - 02/23/08 01:25 PM
Information is power.If you are buying a home, and you find a home you are interested in, I always suggest that you talk to the neighbors the first opportunity you get. We all know the classic "nosy neighbors" who make it their business to know everyone else's business. Gladys Kravitz on … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Buyer Sues Realtor in San Diego For Paying Too Much - 02/23/08 01:21 PM
Interesting case in San Diego, where an unhappy home buyer is suing their Realtor, alleging that they overpaid for their home because the Realtor withheld sales information that indicated a lower value for the property they purchased. Here is a short segment from The Today show explaining the background.
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pleasanton real estate: A Buyer's Transaction! - 02/23/08 12:08 AM
Where do I Start? For many, beginning the homebuying process can be overwhelming. You may be uncertain about taking the initial steps. I hope this guide will help clear up some of those uncertainties by providing you with some useful information about the homebuying process. When is the right time to start talking … (3 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Pleasanton Schools Revisit Pleasanton Parcel Tax to Keep Programs - 02/22/08 06:44 PM
Would smaller class sizes, in class Reading specialists in Pleasanton Schools be worth paying a little extra on your tax bill next year? Pleasanton School Districts Strategic Plan has come up with its most crucial elements to keep in our schools. That is the exact issue the Pleasanton trustees were faced with … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Gail Boal- Investing or Looking to Buy -- Is a Short Sale, worth a look? Tri-valley, Pleasanton, Ruby Hill and Golden Eagle Homes or Investment Property Using Short Sale - 02/01/08 12:54 PM
Short sale is a great way to buy a home or investment property! Depending upon the area, the better buy can be made by going after an REO - i.e. the one which bank has already taken back(real estate owned). In a short sale, the buyer and seller enter into a … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Gail Boal - Pleasanton, Ruby Hill, Golden Eagle - Estate Homes See Activity - 02/01/08 03:51 AM
Tri-valley’s area growth comes from the world-renowned Silicon Valley. And late breaking news claims the valley is finally recovering from the dot com days!
News from over the hill, claims Silicon Valley is on its way to a brighter economic picture in 2008. Latest job figures for 2007 show employers … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Google page 1 position, how important is it? SURVEY... - 01/04/08 08:51 PM
So if you have not noticed, the latest wave sweeping the Real Estate community is to be positioned in a google search on page 1. In other words imagine you are a buyer or seller of Real Estate and you wanted to search for a Realtor or homes in your area, … (4 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Pleasanton School Parcel Tax- Pleasanton, CA homeowners, what do you think? - 12/20/07 10:59 PM
Little over six month ago a parcel tax on Pleasanton homes was presented in an economic development meeting at the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce. Today it's going public. The Pleasanton school board has requested an independent consultant to conduct a survey of Pleasanton homes residents. The survey will petition Pleasanton homeowners … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Putting a FREEZE on Subprime Rates - 12/10/07 07:31 PM
President Bush and Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson came out with a plan to help the subprime real estate market from the Washington D.C. real estate market to our backyard in the Dublin Ranch real estate market. The plan to freeze rates of certain borrowers is still somewhat unknown on how it … (2 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Pleasanton High Schools Honored in Nation Wide Ratings- Standing out in a crowd - 12/03/07 09:27 PM
U.S. News & World Reports for the first time ranked a dozen high schools in the East Bay best in the nation among High Schools. U.S. News is known for their national rankings of College and Graduate schools but never before High Schools. Accolade yes, but it is much more; it … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Pleasanton, CA Oak Grove Development Update - 11/25/07 11:34 PM
Concerned parties for Save the Pleasanton Hills surrounded Home Depot, Tully's Pleasanton, Pleasanton Farmers Market, Safeway and Pleasanton Walmart. Everywhere I went this weekend both sides of the issue on Pleasanton Oak Grove development were out in full force. For an update on the debate see my previous article presenting the sides … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: That Awkward Age - 10/02/07 09:42 PM
If you are like me, you know subconsciously that you are getting older, but it is generally not something you think about every day. Days, weeks, months go by, and then one day, perhaps after viewing photos from a family event or some social gathering, you are confronted with undeniable evidence … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Gorgeous Pleasanton Hilltop Custom home on private 2.2 Acre View Lot! - 09/17/07 07:29 PM
Single story custom home on prime 2.2 acre lot in the Vintage Hills area of Pleasanton. 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, 4 car garage, outdoor kitchen with pizza oven, custom 3000 bottle wine cellar, workshop, incredible view deck with panoramic views of Mt. Diablo and the Livermore Valley, spacious and elegant living … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Affordability & Liquidity - 09/11/07 08:07 PM
I get asked a lot about the local Pleasanton, Dublin & Tri-Valley real estate market, and how long this slump is going to last. In my opinion, I see the current slump lasting a while longer. In 1989, when I started selling real estate, the market peaked after strong appreciation in … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Pleasanton Market Update - Slow Spead Ahead - 09/11/07 08:06 PM
The August numbers are in for the Pleasanton real estate market, and the market has definitely slowed. The available inventory of single family homes ended the month at 220, up from 206 at the end of July. Fortunately, this is still relatively low given the circumstances, and the fact that inventory … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: You know the market has changed when... - 09/09/07 06:02 PM
Okay, with all of this bad news on the Pleasanton, Tri-Valley, and California real estate market, you would think that most sellers got the memo that things have changed. Apparently, there are still some sellers who think it is still 2005, and that none of these things effect them. Because I … (1 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Buying a home in the San Francisco East Bay Area - 05/15/07 05:50 PM
Between the high prices and fairly robust market (relative to other parts of the country), Buying a home in the East Bay can be challenging.
I can help you with the process from start to finish while saving you serious money! Stay tuned for more information regarding the Dublin/Pleasanton/San Ramon/Danville area real … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Affluent buyers must have amenities - 05/10/07 10:46 PM
Gourmet kitchens, granite countertops, and wet bars are no longer considered luxuries. 2007's must have amenities include:Media Rooms, homes that are "wired" and SERVICE. Serving affluent clientele you are expected to provide a high level of personalized service to both buyers and sellers. Privacy and confidentiality, "The ability to be discreet" … (3 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: API Scores Drive Pleasanton Real Estate Market - 05/10/07 06:22 PM
API Scores Drive Pleasanton Real Estate Market-If you're anything like me, you may be asking yourself: What are API scores, and why are they important?API scores measure the academic performance and progress of schools. API scores fall between 200 and 1,000, with 800 generally regarded as exemplary. The latest API scores … (0 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Bubble Schmubble... - 03/06/07 01:32 AM
What if the real estate experts declared a real estate bubble, but no one participated? While the national news is full of articles about home price declines and increases in foreclosure rates, the Bay Area, especially the East Bay area in Pleasanton and surrounding areas, is quietly showing surprising strength in … (3 comments)
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pleasanton real estate: Beautiful Ruby Hill in Pleasanton, California - 01/23/07 03:33 PM
I've decided to do my first blog with the help of my marketing assistant, Laura Monroe, who has very excitedly has been telling me about Active Rain, and all that I have been missing! I will keep this short until I have gotten the hang of "blogging".
My wife, Fran and … (1 comments)
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