oakland: Where in San Francisco can you find a Condo for $299,000? - 10/21/07 03:22 PM
Keller Williams is Having a Bay Area Expert speak about affordable housing. This week. Call 510-776-9260 for address and directions Featuring experts who will discuss: • California's 4% loan for first time home buyers with disabilities and their families • Finding accessible real estate • How to improve your credit • Ways to modify a new home to make it more accessible Thursday, October 25, 2007 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.* *Light refreshments will be served We promote a fragrance free environment. Please refrain from wearing scented products (perfume, lotion, hairspray, etc.) to this event. And here is a look at … (1 comments)

oakland: Accessible Housing can be Affordable - 10/21/07 02:46 PM
Keller Williams is Having a Bay Area Expert speak about affordable housing. This week. Call 510-776-9260 for address and directions Featuring experts who will discuss: • California's 4% loan for first time home buyers with disabilities and their families • Finding accessible real estate • How to improve your credit • Ways to modify a new home to make it more accessible Thursday, October 25, 2007 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.* *Light refreshments will be served We promote a fragrance free environment. Please refrain from wearing scented products (perfume, lotion, hairspray, etc.) to this event. And here is a look at … (0 comments)

oakland: Oakland Hills Retreat Like Home - 10/18/07 07:24 PM
Grand sweeping views of the city. Have the pampered feeling of a retreat everyday. This 2 bedroom and 1 bath home has unobstructed views, a gourmet kitchen and a spa bathtub. There is even a possible in-law unit. Your own piece of heaven in the heart of the bay area. this light airy high-end home has a causal floorplan that invites entertaining. … (0 comments)

oakland: Renovate Oakland Gem - 10/18/07 06:57 PM
p>Beautiful renovated home nestled under the Oakland hills. Granite countertops. Here is your chance to own a rare find with architectural details that give the roomy floor plan a traditional touch. But the renovations give a contemporary comfort. Indulge yourself in this unique sophisticated bungalow gem. Take the virtual tour and make an appointment to see the beauty up close. A rare find.
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oakland: A Lender Banking on Doing Good Hooray! - 10/10/07 02:47 PM
Some have lost faith in the banking industry, weoll there is a light at the end of tunnel. Some lenders are banking on doing good. Here is one that I heard about. Good news for those left out in the cold.  One California Bank - is a new Community Redevelopment Bank. 
http://www.onecalbank.com/
 
Community Development
When people look out for one another and care about the common good, neighborhoods and cities can thrive.
It  helps people by working  closely with nonprofits and agencies that work with communities to make them stronger. They ma,e partnerships with organizations addressing concerns and needs of small businesses, financial literacy, … (1 comments)

oakland: Rent Control Workshop - 10/10/07 01:44 PM
Here's an excellent opportunity.
Free Landlord Workshop by Rental housing Association of Northern Alameda County
Experts in Landlord /Tenant law will be Speaking
Tenant Screening - A credit report alone is not enough
New law, forms and mandatory disclosures for 2007
 
Free Workshop schedule
Tuesday October 9 & 23 2007; 6 pm-8pm
Monday October 29, 2007 1 pm-3pm
 
Seating is limited /reservation required
Rental housing Association of Northern Alameda County
360 22nd Street, Suite 240
Oakland, CA 94612
510-893-9873 x111
http://www.rhanac.org/
bscott@rhanac.org
 
The Rental Housing Association of Northern Alameda County is a non-profit, trade association for rental property owner established in 1939. RHNAC is not a government agency. The information is not legal advice … (0 comments)

oakland: In the current market Negotiation skills are a Must - 10/02/07 02:18 PM
CJ Walton Receives New Certified Negotiation Expert Designation
Real estate negotiation skills a must for all home buyers/sellers, especially in current market
CJ Walton has been awarded the Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) designation, achieved by real estate professionals who have successfully completed formal training in the art of negotiation.  Agents who receive this certification are in the top 1% of all agents nationally.
With professional negotiation skills, agents will typically obtain better results for their clients. CNE agents have a powerful competitive edge because of their ability to uncover information effectively, get more and give less during sales/purchase negotiations, and retain control over … (4 comments)

oakland: 5 Real Estate Market Statistics You Need to Know and How to Use Them-Part 1 of 3 - 09/22/07 05:32 PM
You want to buy or sell a house or multi-unit property? Know the local real estate market statistics before you make a move.  Knowing the real estate market is a great way to
Determine your price to Sell your Home or Sell your PropertyDetermine your home improvements before you go on the MarketDetermine what price you should buy a homeDetermine what repairs you should negotiate forSo to get you started successfully, I am writing this 3 part series
Part One The 5 What Real Estate Market Statistics You should Know Part Two: How to Price Your Home to Get Its Full Value … (6 comments)

oakland: Lake Merritt Condo-Needle in the Haystack-Part 2 for Buyers - 09/20/07 08:59 PM
But beyond the tragedy of the sellers, there was the tragedy of the perfectly prepared, and perfectly priced condos that are not getting the traffic that they deserve.  My client has found a wonderful deal, and yet there is one Lake Merritt Condo that is still out there, that I can't get out of my head. 
Imagine coming home to an Italian spa every night. This condo had it all exquisite bathrooms, wonderful kitchen, smart use of light and space and it has sat on the market for over 2 weeks. This beautiful condo is the tragedy of a glut of … (0 comments)

oakland: Lake Merritt Real Estate Hidden Treasure- Needle in the Haystack How to Stick out Like a Sore Thumb - 09/20/07 08:52 PM
Lake Merritt Condos in Oakland are so plentiful it they are sitting on the market like fruit rotting off an unharvested tree.  There are just so many! But don't let the competition fool you. There are absolute treasures in Lake Merritt.  Of course you may have to sort through a lot of hay before you find the needle, but the sifting is worth it!
Last week one of my clients told me that he wanted to find a condo near Oakland's Lake Merritt. Okay, so, like I always do, I scheduled some of my time to physically, not virtually, but physically visit some candidates. I … (0 comments)

oakland: Do You Have Credit Score Under 700? Don't worry, there is Good News ACORN - 09/20/07 07:09 PM
Yes, the sky is falling and the end is near if you listen to the news.  Some  people are asking if the American Dream is dead. Some would say yes--and let them. You can be smarter than your neighbors. For people who are willing to give up a few weekends, do a little homework and connect with their local ACORN organization.  They could be on the road to ownership and the security of a solid fixed loan at a lower rate.
Since 1987 ACORN has been a formidable advocate for affordable housing.  The phrases Grass-roots and nationwide are usually acronyms, but both … (0 comments)

oakland: Near Maxwell Park 3bd/1bths - 09/18/07 06:18 PM
 $399,000 3bds/1bth beautiful inside
http://www.5633hiltonst.com
Oakland has it's treasures and this is one.  This 3 bedroom and 2bath home is complete with Granite countertops in the kitchen, and tile floors. Appliances are stainless steel it has a restful backyard. And a white picket fence in the front yard--the American Dream.
Take a virtual tour by clicking the above link. then take an actual tour by contacting me at 510-899-8117.
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