Many people, particularly first-time homebuyers, still aren’t sure if homeownership is feasible. Prices, interest rates, mortgage lenders and market speculation are just a few of the things that are cause for concern among those looking to buy a home. Real estate should be seen as a minimum five- to seven-year investment in order toContinue reading “Is it a good time to buy a home in Ruby Hill Pleasanton?”
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Pros and Cons of taking and giving a “contingent upon the sale of home” offer in Ruby Hill
If you have not signed up to receive your free list of homes for sale in Ruby Hill, you can do that here: List of Homes For Sale We are talking about a chain effect here in Ruby Hill Pleasanton. So you have a buyer who is trying to sell his property and buy yoursContinue reading “Pros and Cons of taking and giving a “contingent upon the sale of home” offer in Ruby Hill”
How does the latest Housing bill effect me if I am a Buyer or Seller in Ruby Hill Pleasanton?
Higher Loan Limits will make it easier for buyers in Ruby Hill to get mortgages because those mortgages are more likely to be traded if they are considered conforming. The new law also includes a tax refund for first time home buyers worth up to 10% of a home’s purchase price but no more thanContinue reading “How does the latest Housing bill effect me if I am a Buyer or Seller in Ruby Hill Pleasanton?”
How to protect from market downturn in Dublin if I put a deposit on a condo that will be ready in Feb 09?
Did you take an agent with you when you went to register for Dublin homes? I have helped several clients in new developments and I have been able to negotiate a very good price that would not have been possible for them on their own.There are several builders who are giving price guarantees and IContinue reading “How to protect from market downturn in Dublin if I put a deposit on a condo that will be ready in Feb 09?”
API Scores in elementary schools Pleasanton California before buying a house
I currently live in Pleasanton and moved there because most of the schools in Pleasanton are excellent. My daughter goes to one of the high schools in Pleasanton, Ca. Below is the link to the elementary schools in Pleasanton. Please go to the link and see the scores. Then you may want to find aContinue reading “API Scores in elementary schools Pleasanton California before buying a house”
Appreciate any insights about Castlewood and Ruby Hills golf club at Pleasanton, course overall condition?
Even though I do not golf, I live on the 12 fairway of the Ruby Hill Golf course. I can honestly say it is very beautiful to have the view of the golf course, see the golf carts and people playing golf right outside my yard. To be a member of the golf club isContinue reading “Appreciate any insights about Castlewood and Ruby Hills golf club at Pleasanton, course overall condition?”
Is this good time to buy a home in Ruby Hill Pleasanton or we should wait till end of year?
As a buyer you have everything going for you. Interest rates have been lowered substantially in the last 5 months and the conforming rate limits have been increased. There are so many homes on the market so you have a huge selection and also be able to negotiate a good price. No one knows where theContinue reading “Is this good time to buy a home in Ruby Hill Pleasanton or we should wait till end of year?”
Can an offer of $20K less than asking be considered ‘offensive’ in Pleasanton? Agent rejected the offer
In this market the listing agent should be anxious to work with your offer. I think every offer is worth countering if it is not acceptable to the seller at face value. Did she even present it to the seller? It sounds like she just made the decision on her own which is totally wrong.Continue reading “Can an offer of $20K less than asking be considered ‘offensive’ in Pleasanton? Agent rejected the offer”
Comment on the noise around the railroad tracks in Pleasanton, How much effect on the resale value of homes in Pleasanton?
I want to share the fact that my child goes to the Amador high school by the tracks. She tells me that everyday the train passes at the same time during her class and the techer has a moment of silence till the train passes since it is so loud. Here is a question askedContinue reading “Comment on the noise around the railroad tracks in Pleasanton, How much effect on the resale value of homes in Pleasanton?”
Thinking about a refinance in Ruby Hill, Pleasanton California?
Though some mortgages turn out to be the lifetime commitment they seem to be at your closing, you may choose to refinance a new mortgage at a lower rate or for a different term in Ruby Hills Pleasanton. With the new money you borrow, you pay off the original mortgage. You may want to refinanceContinue reading “Thinking about a refinance in Ruby Hill, Pleasanton California?”
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