richmond: 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)

richmond: 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)

richmond: East Bay Luxury Homes - 10/18/07 09:37 PM
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richmond: 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)

richmond: 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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richmond: 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)

richmond: 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)

richmond: No Place Like the Home Front Festival In Richmond - 09/25/07 12:51 PM
HOME FRONT FESTIVAL. This weekend Sept 29 and 30th at Point Richmond near the famous Kaiser Shipyard 3, and the Historic Ford Assembly Building near the Bay Trail. Tons of activities music, booths and fun. Bring the kids, neighbors and the relatives because this outdoor festival is going to be the talk of the town.  See http://rosietheriveter.org/07Sep28.htm and http://www.homefrontfestival.com/ for complete details.
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richmond: Richmond Does Its Part to Go Green - 09/25/07 12:41 PM
Greening Richmond Sunday, Oct. 21, 20071 p.m. to 5 p.m. De Jean Middle School 3400 Mac Donald Avenue Richmond, CA
Next Month there will be an event to show businesses and residents of Richmond how to have a sustainable and earth friendly city.  The education will be welcomed and eye-opening.  The event will take place at the modern De Jean Middle School located at 3400 MacDonald Ave.  Sponsored by the Green Chamber of Commerce, the event will have Assembly Member Loni Hancock and the mayor of Richmond Gayle MacLaughlin who is Richmond first Green Party mayor.
For more information click http://www.greenchamberofcommerce.net/
 
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richmond: Part 2 of 3- 5 Real Estate Market Statistics You Need to Know - 09/22/07 09:57 PM
 
How to Price Your Home to Get Its Full Value and Equity
 
Real Estate Market Statistics can price your home. So from the first installment, - 5 Real Estate Market Statistics You Need to Know we realize that we need to know
How many new homes--How many expired listings--How many actives--How many sold--How many pending
And that each of these has an average price.  In a real estate market that is on a downturn, every seller needs to ask-- How many months of inventory is there on the market?  If the number is high, then the competition is high. If the number is low, … (2 comments)

richmond: 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)

richmond: Exhibit of Childrens Art from WWII this Weekend Sept 22 - 09/21/07 06:42 AM
This is a jewel. Anyone interested in the history of WWII should come to  Richmond, this weekend and see art made by children in the wartime area. Richmond was a hub of wartime manufacturing and houses the Rosie the Riveter Museum.  This exhibit will be held at the Richmond Museum of History. This collection will be an opportunity to see the war and everyday life through the eyes of children.
There is an opening reception for the exhibit  on Saturday, September 22 at 2:00 p.m.  Richmond Museum of History, 400 Nevin Avenue , Richmond , CA 94802 . Phone: (510) 235-7387 or email DonaldBastin@comcast.net. Cost is minimal at only$5.00/Members; $7.50/Non-Members.
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richmond: 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)

 

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