Pacita Dimacali answered:
Alameda housing market right now 2013? Overbidding?
You have approximately 50-50 chance to encounter an overbidding situation. Among the 40 single detached family homes that sold (closed escrow) in Alameda beginning in 2013, 23 sold for
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John-Michael Kyono answered:
what is the weather like in Alameda in the summer?
I just noticed you listed Alameda as where you are currently. Did you just move here? If not, I think it pretty funny to see all of us jump to answer such an obvious question.
Well pl
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Carolyn Kelso-Bell answered:
how long would it take to get to work in daly city from this listing??
So how long? Answer the question...
Pacita Dimacali answered:
What is the commute time to Daly City?
I live in Alameda.....and can easily get to Daly City in 30-45 minutes without traffic. But during rush hour....forget it, especially when going through the toll plaza.
One less stre
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Pacita Dimacali answered:
Are there any 55-and-over retirement community in Alameda or nearby cities, close to Oakland, CA.?
Here's a resource that will take you to several links to retirement communities.
http://www.55places.com/california/area/bay-area
Besides a retirement community, if you're also look
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Carl Medford answered:
how much do you think is worth for 339 broadway #34 ?
Good answers below - I would also reiterate that even if a unit WAS on the market, we cannot provide valuations in this venue. Hook up with a good Realtor, have them assist you with sea
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Carl Medford answered:
Are there any homes in Alameda for rent with option to buy?
Short answer … NO.
There are usually two sources of Rent-to-Own (lease option) properties:
(1) Sellers: rent-to-own (lease options) work great in a down economy where a seller
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Jean Powers, CRS, e-PRO, SFR, HAFA certified answered:
What might be the key to getting a response to my inquiries? I've sent several, and not one reply. I am getting frustrated.
I only handle sales but I do know it can be frustrating when owners or rental companies do not respond. I sometimes have this problem in my real estate dealings with others. Unfortunate
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Patti Kane answered:
Jumbo (portfolio) loan with 20% down, 2 years after short sale
I had a short sale last year and my Realtor recommend http://www.cfs-mortgage.com/flex for a home loan. I am very happy to be able to purchase again.
Steve Ornellas answered:
what are the amenities?
Annaacosta26:
See the direct link at http://www.showmetherent.rentlinx.com/Property.aspx?PropertyID=113442
-Steve
Sheryl Arndt answered:
Are interest rates higher if you're trying to buy half a "duet" than if you're trying to buy a SFH?
I guess you should be funded by now...
http://www.Under640FicoScoreLoans.com
http://www.FrankandSheryl.com
http://www.under640ficoscoreloans.com/Pages/ContactSheryl.aspx
Sher
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John Juarez answered:
We are renting a home in Alameda, CA and was told it was bought by bank at auction. How much was it sold for?
Either the house was purchased by a third party buyer as an investment or it was purchased by the bank to protect their loan. In either event, the price is not relevant to you since you
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Pacita Dimacali answered:
We are renting a beautiful home in BayPort (3 years now) and the owners who live across the country, have asked if we want to purchase the house.
I'm revisiting this question.
By now, you may be aware the real estate market has picked up...and along the way, so have prices. Because there is so little inventory, multiple offers
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Pacita Dimacali answered:
Do I pay the Realator a seperate fee for finding a rental property?
It really all depends on the arrangement the landlord had with the realtor or rental agent -- whoever it was who helped you find your place.
For example, when I rented out my duplex,
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Susan Kaney answered:
We are looking at moving from Cape Cod to San Francisco. We think Alameda would be a great place. Any advice on this move would be great.?
Alameda is a wonderful place to live--I have lived here over 20 years and am also a realtor selling homes in the community. As an Alameda resident I enjoy the neighborhood where I live
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Jean Powers, CRS, e-PRO, SFR, HAFA certified answered:
We qualify for a VA loan and we are 1st time home buyers. Where do we start, a bank, a realtor? Would like to be in Fernside or Bay Farm Island.?
Jean Powers, CRS, e-PRO, SFR, HAFA certified, Broker, Alameda, CA
Good Morning. I am a native Alamedan who has been a Broker here for over 26 years as well as being a Director for t
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Michelle Adams, Dre #01474665 answered:
Is 1002 Otis Drive over priced?
Hi Daniel,
I am a Broker Associate/Realtor with Harbor Bay Realty in Alameda. I just ran the comparable sales for this home as well as a few other reports.
It appears that the ho
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Pacita Dimacali answered:
What is considered basic wear & tear. Rented 3 1/2 yrs ago a completely renovated home granite new carpet and linoleum. Tenant says carpet is
Cheryl
Here's a link that may describe what's considered basic wear and tear versus items that would be considered damages
http://rhol.org/rental/WEAR.HTM
Here's another link t
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John DL Arendsen answered:
how do rental agency look at bankrupcy as potential renters?
As a property manager I see Bk's frequently. It's not as problamatic as someone with a history of skips, write off's, slow or no pays and deliquent rental history. These
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