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The Trump Presidency What Will It Mean for the Housing Market?

Posted on December 2, 2016 by

A lot has changed since we last wrote. The election is over and Trump is the president elect. No matter your political leanings or beliefs, Trump has laid out some very different ideas and promises that are in contrast to … Continue reading →

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Mortgage Rates Remain Below 5%

Posted on November 23, 2009 by

The Sacromento Bee Reports rates on 30-year mortgages stayed below 5 percent this week but remained above the record set earlier this year, Freddie Mac said Thursday. The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 4.83 percent, down … Continue reading →

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Median Home Price In CA 1970-2009

Posted on November 10, 2009 by

Median Home Prices have fallen to levels seen in the early 2000’s. Statistically over time, real estate in CA has appreciated in value and considering real estate as a long term investment, in this current market, is the best bet … Continue reading →

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Stimulus is helping economy, U.S. budget experts say

Posted on September 25, 2009 by

  Tuesday, Aug 25, 2009 8:19PM UTC By Andy Sullivan WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The $787 billion stimulus package passed in February will fuel a recovery in the moribund U.S. economy this year, Congress’ non-partisan budget watchdog said on Tuesday. “Economic … Continue reading →

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Housing Market Looking Better in The San Franciso East Bay

Posted on September 9, 2009 by

Yes, the housing market has rarely looked better The combination of affordable home prices, historically low mortgage rates, and a first-time home buyer tax credit that’s set to expire in less than three months has created the perfect storm of … Continue reading →

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Bay Area home sales hit 4-year high; median price up again

Posted on September 4, 2009 by

Data Quick indicatest that homes sales are up 24% in Alameda Country. Read the article at: http://www.dqnews.com/Articles/2009/News/California/Bay-Area/RRBay090821.aspx La Jolla, CA.—-Bay Area home sales rose last month to the highest level for a July in four years as deals above $500,000 … Continue reading →

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What Does a Buyer of Tenant Occupied In Oakland, CA Need To Do?

Posted on August 27, 2009 by

Tenant occupied property can be challenging and can require some patience. I am sure that your Realtor information you about Measure EE which is the rent control ordinance for the City of Oakland.  The seller, according to the ordinance, cannot … Continue reading →

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