Real estate blog entries tagged with san ramon

Blog entries tagged with "san ramon":

san ramon: Immaculate single story home updated and remodeled throughout. - 07/10/08 01:55 PM

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san ramon: Valuable Home Improvements - The Kitchen - 07/06/08 08:16 PM

The kitchen is the heart of the house. It's where the family gathers to cook meals, bake cookies and talk about the days events. It's also one of the best places to improve the value of your home.This kitchen is big, with lots of work surfaces. It has a great … (2 comments)

san ramon: East Bay Market ready to take Off! - 07/04/08 04:40 PM

What good news!
As reported by PRLEAP, Harpermees & Associates of Danville are predicting that home sales are to take off, now, in the second half of 2008. They say that we are to have one of the best 4th quarters in the East Bay real estate market than we have … (1 comments)

san ramon: Market IS moving in our Neighborhood... - 06/29/08 02:33 AM

Lately many clients have been turning to renting instead of buying, and I ask why...?
They're belief is that the market has not bottomed out.
There is no way that i can say that we have passed the worst of times. However, contrary to popular belief and … (1 comments)

san ramon: EMPIRE REALTY WELCOMES JULIE HENSLEY TO THE DANVILLE OFFICE - 05/21/08 12:31 PM

Press Release | 5-12-08

EMPIRE REALTY WELCOMES JULIE HENSLEY TO THE DANVILLE OFFICE
Empire Realty Associates welcomes Realtor® Julie Hensley to their Danville office. Julie has enjoyed seven successful years as a Realtor® with Prudential in both the Lafayette and Danville locations. Most recently she was also Sales Manager of … (1 comments)

san ramon: Top Realtor Gail Boal - How do I prepare my Ruby Hill, Pleasanton CA home for sale? - 05/01/08 06:22 PM

Doing whatever you can to put your house's best face forward is very important if you want to get close to your asking price or sell as quickly as possible. Short of spending a lot of money, there are several steps people can take to make their home show better: * … (0 comments)

san ramon: 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)

san ramon: Gail Boal - Top Realtor Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin San Ramon - Have Home Prices Bottomed Out? - 03/30/08 10:19 PM

Certainly in some areas, we are seeing signs that falling home prices have hit bottom. Cities in the California Valley- Tracy, Lathrop, Mountain House, etc. are seeing a market that has picked up. Some home prices have fallen 50% from the peak of the market in these areas. Well priced … (0 comments)

san ramon: Was This My Idea First? - 03/25/08 10:09 AM

On January 14, 2007, I wrote this post that had a picture of me with my laptop at Peet's Coffee in San Ramon, California.
On the back of my computer, I had created this very visible branding image to draw attention to the fact that I am a real estate agent, … (0 comments)

san ramon: Local Happenings around the Tri-Valley for March - 03/16/08 04:14 PM

Still don't know what to do for the month of March? Here are a couple of local Tri-Valley suggestions.
DANVILLEEggstravaganza, Saturday, March 22nd, 9:30 am - 12:00 noonLocated at the Community Center, this event will have an egg hunt, crafts, games, face painting, and photos with the Spring Bunny. Rain or shine. Pre-registration required. (925)314-3400 … (0 comments)

san ramon: San Ramon CA Subdivisions 94583 Zipcode - 03/12/08 08:56 AM

san ramon: San Ramon CA Subdivisions 94582 Zipcode - 03/11/08 09:52 AM

san ramon: New Townhomes for Sale in San Ramon - Windemere In The Low $500K - 03/10/08 02:09 PM

If you are looking for new homes for sale in San Ramon, Windemere is a great place to start. A New Community just opened in 2008 called Fioli by Centex Homes and offers spacious townhomes at a great price. The three floor plans have from 2000 Sq. Ft. to 2,300 square feet with prices starting in … (0 comments)

san ramon: San Ramon Deals Of The Week 03-10-2008 - Under $650K! - 03/10/08 01:21 PM

Here are this Week's Deal Of The Week 03-10-08. These are Homes under $650K and offer a great value. If you have questions or would like to schedule a time to view call 925-216-8754.
$534,900, 2039 Sq. Ft. San Ramon Townhome Only $2025/Month!!! Own a 2039 Sq. Ft. 3 bed, 2.5 bathSan Ramon … (0 comments)

san ramon: Some Homes are Still Selling for FULL PRICE - 03/07/08 10:17 AM

Yes, it is true! I recently had a listing that sold in the first 2 weeks at full price! In the San Ramon Valley there is a lot of activity. We find that the best homes still sell fast and for close to or at asking price. More details to follow.......Joe … (0 comments)

san ramon: Tri-Valley Schools: Rankings and Scores - 03/03/08 10:19 PM

In most Buyer-side real estate transaction that I handle, the question about school location and their respective ranking comes up. This is a very important factor to consider not only for buyers who have kids but for those without children, as well. Tri-Valley resale values can be impacted by the strength … (0 comments)

san ramon: Mortgage News - 02/28/08 01:01 PM

Everyone has seen the news that the Fed has cut interest rates several times recently. The general public naturally thinks mortgage rates have been going down. Unfortunately that is not the reality. The 30 year fixed rates are up over .5% since the last Fed cut. The big news that most … (3 comments)

san ramon: Contra Costa County Real Estate: Supply and Demand Comparison for San Ramon, California (detached and attached properties January 2008 - 02/28/08 12:53 PM

I have posted the monthly MLS Statistics for San Ramon, California real estate (attached and detached properties).
Easy to read charts and graphs to provide you with accurate up-to-the-minute information for the local Contra Costa County real estate market.
To learn how to interpret this information or further discuss, please feel free … (0 comments)

san ramon: California Economic Forecast - 02/26/08 12:25 AM

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san ramon: Who doesn't know about the best pizza EVER?! - 02/24/08 12:16 AM

So, I was posting a response to Kathleen Lordbock's blog about Favorite Comfort foods and realized that I'd like to start a post about one of my favorite places to eat!
They have 3 locations in the East Bay Area (Oakland, Berkeley and San Ramon) and I am MADLY in love with … (13 comments)

san ramon: Raising the conforming loan limit- Helps existing and future homeowners in Ruby Hill, Callippe, Dublin, Livermore, San Ramon, Castlewood, Pleasanton, Danville - 02/19/08 11:16 AM

Here’s why: Pleasanton, San Ramon, Dublin, Livermore, Danville, Blackhawk, and Ruby Hill homes will be affected by this new legislation… These cities are in a high cost area. What does this mean to you? If you are thinking of selling or buying a home, now more than ever, is the time … (1 comments)

san ramon: Take Me Back to the Sixties - 02/18/08 10:22 PM

On the lighter side of life I received this today and it was a walk down memory lane for me. I felt as if I was in high school again. ok, so now I have dated myself! ;) I hope you enjoy this as much as I did and it is … (5 comments)

san ramon: Take Me Back to the Sixties - 02/17/08 05:26 PM

san ramon: Gail Boal answers – Can I Sell My Castlewood Home If I Have No Equity? - 02/05/08 09:23 AM

Can I sell my house if I have no equity? In short, the answer is yes? The property could be located in Ruby Hill, Golden Eagle, Blackhawk, The Preserve, Alamo, San Ramon, Castlewood, Danville, Livermore or Dublin. The events are the same regardless of location. If a home owner is … (0 comments)

san ramon: 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)

san ramon: Gail Boal - Tri-Valley Home Listing and Inventory Trend Feb_07 to Jan_08 - 02/01/08 12:49 PM

I know this is going to seem a bit soon.. but.... looking at the inventory for existing homes for sale in Pleasanton and Danville areas-- the trend line is downward(click on the inventory button on the chart)!!! Average listing prices are actually trending up in Danville as well. Note, one … (0 comments)

san ramon: 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)

san ramon: Contra Costa County Real Estate: Supply and Demand Comparison for San Ramon, California (detached and attached properties December 2007 - 01/31/08 10:49 AM

san ramon: Contra Costa All Day Real Estate Wholesale Workshop for FREE!! - 01/21/08 06:48 PM

Have you ever wanted to invest in Real Estate but maybe you did not have the support you needed in order to take those first steps? Join us in San Ramon on February 2nd for a FREE all day Real Estate Wholesale Seminar. At this workshop you will learn from a … (0 comments)

san ramon: Danville CA Faves - IN-N-OUT Burger - 01/18/08 11:23 PM

Let's count our blessings. We have a fast-food burger joint serving fresh food made the old-fashioned way in the adjoining town of San Ramon. For those that don't travel a lot, you may not know how very, very lucky we are. IN-N-OUT has locations in only three states, California, Nevada and … (3 comments)

san ramon: Gale Ranch, San Ramon Model Homes Worth a Look - 01/15/08 02:25 PM

Gale Ranch
Come see the decorating ideas galore in these models! This is a day-trip worth taking from anywhere in the Bay Area even if it's not your time to buy. The models are loaded with custom options for your viewing pleasure and the interiors were completed by a professional decorating firm. … (0 comments)

san ramon: January Tri-Valley Real Estate Update - 01/13/08 07:57 PM

Well 2008 here we come. One thing is for sure... until the tide changes in which more homes are coming off the market via sales than are coming on, the Tri-Valley Real Estate will be a Buyers market. Having said that, what exactly does a Buyers market mean? Prices will be … (4 comments)

san ramon: Blame it on Jeff Turner - 01/09/08 05:32 PM

That's right - Jeff Turner of Real Estate Shows fame is responsible - yet once again - for introducing me to some web toy that is eating up my time because part of me remains a child at heart.

Created with ComicLife just using one of their panel layouts … (2 comments)

san ramon: Bay Area Real Estate and Investment Property - 12/19/07 06:10 PM

For current Housing Statistics in Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, Danville, San Ramon and other cities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties go to this link below - this our MLS that REALTORS use (obviously we log into the MLS and get more data, but this is where the public can go to … (4 comments)

san ramon: Contra Costa County Real Estate: Supply and Demand Comparison for San Ramon, California (detached and attached properties October 2007) - 12/12/07 12:59 PM

(I have posted the monthly MLS Statistics for San Ramon, California real estate (attached and detached properties).
Easy to read charts and graphs to provide you with accurate up-to-the-minute information for the local Contra Costa County real estate market.
To learn how to interpret this information or further discuss, please feel free … (0 comments)

san ramon: Diablo Vista Middle School Hosted Lacrosse Clinic - 12/06/07 05:32 PM

Diablo Vista Middle School hosted a lacrosse clinic that attracted participating teams from as far away as Colarado, San Jose & Santa Cruz. I was there with the Sniper Lacrosse team. Players attending the clinic play for schools throughout Northern California. In the off season players will attend multiple camps and other activites … (0 comments)

san ramon: Luxury Home Real Estate Prices Remain Strong in the San Francisco Bay Area - 12/05/07 11:01 PM

Luxury Home Real Estate Prices Remain Strong in the San Francisco Bay Area
Analysts confirm that the Luxury Real Estate Market is still defying the downward price trend that is affecting many Bay Area neighborhoods.
The average value of high-end properties in the San Francisco Bay Area in the July-September Quarter was $3.08 … (2 comments)

san ramon: Bay Area Borrowers and Buyers- Does Your Credit Matter? - 12/03/07 12:52 AM

A low credit score can hinder a buyer's abilty to purchase the home of their dreams or a borrower's chance of saving thousands of dollars. Here are 8 suggestions to help raise your credit score...
1) Don't use more than 50% of your credit limit. Shift high-balances to other cards to bring balances below 50%.
2) Only … (1 comments)

san ramon: Contra Costa County Real Estate: Supply and Demand Comparison for San Ramon, California (detached and attached properties September 2007) - 11/15/07 12:14 PM

san ramon: 10 Things to do for an Open House - 11/12/07 06:04 PM

Your home is on the market and the first open house is just around the corner. Hopefully, you've already minimized and de-cluttered your home. If not, you've got some work to do. Check out my previous articles on Staging. If you've already staged your home to sell, here are a few … (1 comments)

san ramon: Buying or selling your home with a professional Realtor - 10/03/07 05:51 PM

Esther has been in the real estate business since 1995, and was named "Rookie of the Year" her first year. Her success as a real estate professional is built on a strong foundation of ethics, knowledge, integrity and honesty. Continually educating herself on the market, community and staying on the threshold … (1 comments)

san ramon: San Ramon CA - Executive Condo - Bishop Ranch - 09/04/07 11:03 AM

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755 Watson Canyon Ct., #132 – San Ramon CA. Near Bishop Ranch
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san ramon: How to Sell Your Property for the Best Price - 08/25/07 10:59 PM

Tip # 1: Make your house presentable You don't want to lose the interest of potential buyers because of an unkept or cluttered house. To ensure your home makes a good first impression, keep the landscaping maintained and clear your driveway and entrance of everything but the essentials. Remove extraneous decorations … (0 comments)

san ramon: San Ramon CA - Unfinished Remodel - Instant Equity Potential - 08/22/07 10:04 AM

2876 Biddleford Drive, San Ramon - Unfinished Remodel - 4 bed - 3 bath
Unfinished Remodel in San RamonInstant Equity PotentialGreat Handyman OpportunityA Fixer-Upper's Dream
What if someone offered to add a new master bedroom wing onto your house, expand the kitchen and finish all the rough framing, siding, roof, … (0 comments)

san ramon: Selling a home ain't easy . . . - 08/02/07 12:58 PM

This market is not for the faint of heart. The biggest challenges are for sellers and their agents. With very few exceptions, all sellers need to learn to adapt to market conditions. This is not the same market we had two or three years ago. A lot of sellers feel it … (0 comments)

san ramon: Short sales . . . Foreclosures . . . Hell is frozen - 07/11/07 01:39 PM

I have never seen better signs of buying discount homes in all areas. The amount of short sales and foreclosures is staggering. This would be a great time for a responsible buyer to buy within their means.
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san ramon: The Optional Mindset - 06/13/07 01:20 PM

Open 24/7 to Serve YouBetter than a 7 Eleven!More powerful than a 2 and half person PR firm.Faster than Pony Express.More current than your printed media. It's your Blog! and if these four statements don't describe it - it's just another virtual dust mite.
The Internet is full of dead content. This … (0 comments)

san ramon: Top Tips for Home Sellers - 05/25/07 09:07 AM

Great Tips for Home Sellers from Elizabeth Weintraub over at About.com.
Selling a House with Pets at Home
Almost everybody loves pets except the home buyer who is buying your house. Don't ask me why, but that's often how it works out. Home sellers who adore their pets -- and I … (0 comments)

san ramon: Top Tips for Homebuyers - 05/25/07 09:04 AM

If you are a looking to buy a home in San Ramon, Dublin or Pleasanton, CA., then you will want to read these posts by Elizabeth Weintraub:Buying Strategies for a Slowing Market
Forget the Year of the Boar, which is the Chinese New Year Animal for 2007. This is the Year … (1 comments)

san ramon: East Bay Market - 04/22/07 01:29 AM

Employment gains surge, despite cooling housing marketBy George Avalon, Contra Costa Times
If there's a housing bubble, the phenomenon has yet to deflate the East Bay economy, where the job market continues to expand.
The East Bay powered to strong employment gains in August compared with the same month the year before, adding … (0 comments)

san ramon: Dublin CA Leadership Academy - 03/25/07 10:54 AM

The city of Dublin, CA is sponsored a leadership academy to inform the program's participants about theissues facing the community. It was an eleven week program. I found out about this by picking up Dublin - The Guide (Activities for Fall 2006) at the Dublin Chamber of Commerce.
This sounds like a … (0 comments)

san ramon: San Ramon Upgrades Galore! - 03/01/07 09:13 PM

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4025 Tulip Way, San Ramon $1,499,999.00 Wonderful "Getty" model is only 1 year old! Offering 3850 square feet of living space with 5 bedrooms, 4 bathroom (one bedroom and bathroom downstairs), additional … (0 comments)

san ramon: Great Family Home in San Ramon CA - 03/01/07 09:05 PM

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1401 Stoney Creek Drive, San Ramon $874,900.00 5 bedroom, 3 bath home with 2366 square feet of living space. This open floorplan includes a full bedroom and bath downstairs. Home has vaulted … (0 comments)

san ramon: Any Day Is A Good Day in the Bay Area - 02/23/07 01:33 PM

One distinct advantage of having accepted the position of Regional Business Development Manager for Financial Title Company is the view from my third floor office in San Ramon. The majestic Mount Diablo is covered today with a dusting of snow near the peak. Not an unusual sight for valley residents but … (0 comments)

san ramon: San Ramon California - 02/11/07 12:19 PM

Incorporated on July 1, 1983, the City of San Ramon is located in Contra Costa County on 11 square miles of the San Ramon Valley, approximately 25 miles east of the City of Oakland in the San Francisco Bay Area. The San Ramon Valley has long been considered one of the … (0 comments)

san ramon: San Ramon California - A Little History and Demographics - 02/11/07 11:04 AM

San Ramon is one of California’s outstanding urban villages. It is home to Bishop Ranch one of the premiere business addresses in the country and home to the likes of Chevron, Honda, Toyota, New York Life, and 897 more – employing 11,000 people.
San Ramon was once home to the … (0 comments)

san ramon: San Ramon CA 2/2 Condo for Sale - 02/03/07 12:47 PM

Highly Desirable End-Unit Light, Bright and Newly Updated with Extras Convenient to Bishop Ranch and 680/580 450 Bollinger Canyon Lane Siena Hills
$459,0002 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1,020 Square Feet Property Features:
Central A/C Forced Air Heating Security System Covered Parking Stucco Exterior Patio Fitness Room Swimming Pool Spa Sauna Close to Shopping Nearby Freeway Access Close to Gym or Workout Facility Spacious 2 bedroom … (1 comments)

san ramon: Open House - Blog - 01/11/07 03:35 PM

I'm sitting open house this morning for our new condo listing in San Ramon and made a snap decision to blog the event.
This morning was the first meeting of the year for the San Ramon / Danville Realtors Marketing Association. The meeting was well attended with high energy and great … (0 comments)

san ramon: First Time Buyer MUST See - 01/06/07 04:39 PM

Fabulous Italian Villa Look
Peaceful & Serene - 180 degree view overlooking golf course from patio

Beautifully decorated condo owned by a designer. Furnishings may be purchased separately.

1 Bedroom / 1 Bath
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Email - The Harper Team

!! Zero Down Home Buyer Program !!
Important Insider … (0 comments)

san ramon: Updated History of Home Prices, Contra Costa County - 12/29/06 06:05 PM

As a real estate broker, it's my responsibility to provide my clients with the information they need to make informed decisions. I use Microsoft Excel to chart and graph the average yearly contract interest rate and sold price of single family homes in Alamo, Blackhawk, Danville, San Ramon and Walnut Creek.
When home … (1 comments)

san ramon: San Ramon Real Estate Agent Struggles to Keep Head Above Water - 12/07/06 12:09 AM

Woe is me! Too much to share, so little time.
Today, from San Ramon,it’s coming at you short and sweet without a lot of gloss.
If you’re not thinking of how your marketing plan will morph after the death of your local “Homes for Sale” section. You might want to start.
Where to Advertise … (3 comments)

san ramon: STOP! Everything! - Until January First - 12/06/06 11:52 AM

The holidays are upon us.
The market is at its annual low point.
It’s time to kick back, enjoy friends and family and wait for the New Year to ring in.
SAY WHAT!!
Oh, sorry.
I don’t know what came over me.
I think I must have been possessed by some other agent’s mind set.
I don’t … (2 comments)

san ramon: How MLM - MultiLevel Marketing Prepared Me for Real Estate - 11/27/06 10:14 PM

When I was nineteen my friend Greg’s dad got the two of us signed up in Amway and out into our Georgia neighborhood to sell some soap. Well, that didn’t last long because at nineteen, I had other things on my mind.
It’s 37 years later. I’m in San Ramon, California and … (35 comments)

san ramon: Referral Follow Up – Do or Die in San Ramon Real Estate - 11/26/06 11:15 AM

Sometimes referrals appear out of the blue which is how many would prefer it to happen. Alas, building a successful referral business is a process which requires personal investment of you into the process. Asking for referrals is part of that process - this doesn't mean just having a statement … (1 comments)

san ramon: San Ramon Homeowners Thank Us for Putting Signs in Their Yards - 11/25/06 10:25 AM

Imagine two homeowners on the same day chasing you down to thank you for putting your directional sign for your open house in their yards. Stranger than fiction? Not really. Here’s our formula for prospecting while putting our signs out.
Knock on the DoorIntroduce MyselfAsk PermissionChat a Bit & Place … (9 comments)

san ramon: How the Sign Police Helped Us Build Our San Ramon Business – It’s a ZEN Thing - 11/24/06 09:40 AM

One of the most expensive and time consuming efforts on the part of a real estate agent is to brand themselves. It’s a long-term process and commitment. To ignore it is to fail before one begins. With over 50% of business still coming from referrals, it’s imperative that people get … (17 comments)

san ramon: $250K/sq. ft. – San Ramon Real Estate - 11/22/06 08:37 PM

California real estate prices have been skyrocketing the last few years, but who would have imagined $250K a square foot in the San Ramon Valley. I guess it's a question of how you figure it. I think the current statistic is 19% of real estate sales come from your signs. We, … (0 comments)

san ramon: $50K Referral Fee for the Holidays - 11/22/06 10:36 AM

Want some Active Green Rain? Make an extra $10K or $50K for the holidays.
You could earn a $50K referral fee for the holidays by referring just one client to us. Go here for details.
Have a Great Weekend - let's do some business!
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san ramon: Anatomy of a Team - Part 2 - Sibling Rivalry in San Ramon - 11/21/06 06:11 AM

Yesterday, my brother and I butted chests again for a few seconds. He was leaving for a Thanksgiving visit with folks and had a few orders for me. Well, they sounded like orders to me. As the older brother, I don't like orders - received too many of them growing up … (3 comments)

san ramon: Anatomy of a Team - Part 1 - 11/20/06 08:31 AM

In my short time in real estate, I have met agents who are doing fifty to one hundred transactions a year solo. They do, of course, rely on an assistant or other staff in the brokerage. But the majority of the Realtor work is being done by them. I applaud them, … (2 comments)

san ramon: Use MAPS to Enhance Your Site - 11/19/06 06:44 AM

I'm in the process of adding some maps to our site. The one to the right is free from Google. You can get it here. Enter the information for your business - I'm using my favorite coffee shop address in San Ramon, CA as it is in the center of my … (6 comments)

san ramon: FREE WiFi Here - 11/17/06 11:35 PM

When's the last time you saw a for real phone booth? Am I the only one that doesn't understand why more businesses don't offer free WiFi service? I used to work for Delta Airlines. So I spent a lot of time in airports. I could never agree with those airport annnouncements … (3 comments)

san ramon: Who You are Speaks Louder than Words - 11/17/06 10:33 AM

Yesterday, I received a comment on my post that I deleted. I wish I had waited. I was exhausted from being up since 1:30am and a full day at the retreat I am attending. Followed that up with a couple of hours at the office and was just dog tired when … (2 comments)

san ramon: Get YOUR Head Out of... - 11/13/06 10:24 PM

CPR – Concrete Physical Reality – some people avoid it like the plague.
This past summer, I retired from one of the big airlines in this country after 32 years of (service???) More on that at some other time. After nine years of no increased wages, and steadily declining benefits … (1 comments)

san ramon: The FSBO Mind Set - 11/12/06 07:39 AM

Read this last night before bed on the Inman blog - FSBOs trend down in latest industry report
Coincidentally, yesterday I got lost in Oakland and spent about ten minutes driving through a section of town I hadn't been in before. I must have seen 15 FSBO signs in that ten minutes.
So, … (2 comments)

san ramon: Old Dog Mentor Fires Up the New Kid - 11/10/06 10:20 PM

I had a meeting today with my unofficial mentor, Jim Walberg. Jim is well known in the Danville and San Ramon areas. I think he found gold around here back in 1849. Jim is one of those great agents who has seen it all in California real estate and loves to … (11 comments)