Here we are, headed straight into Fall! Are you ready? Well ready or not, we’re here but that doesn’t mean we should stop all real estate purchases. Actually now is a great time to buy since most of the competition is off the table. Kids are back at school and people are now focusing for the Fall and Winter so it’s a great time to be looking at homes. You can do it a little leisurely right now, as well. The frantic buying season is over but that doesn’t mean there is less inventory either. People have to buy and sell all year and it may be a perfect time. So with that being said, here is my top buying advice for this year so far. 

What a Buyer’s Agent Actually Does for You

A buyer’s agent is that unknown entity that most first time buyers don’t even know about. Most people head out into the real estate world, scared and uninformed.  A buyer’s agent is exactly that; an agent for the buyer.

As a Buyer, Are you Looking for a Visual Disaster?

When looking for a house to buy you’re probably not in the market for something that looks like it’s ready to fall down, but, are you passing up a virtual goldmine? Think of it this way, instead of shopping for a dream home, maybe you should be out looking for a dream a discount.

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, it’s easy to get distracted by a fantastic looking home, all set up and ready to go. But, maybe instead of looking for what appears to be great, looking for a great discount instead. You might find a hidden gem at a great deal.

Getting Pre-Approved For a Home May Not Work in the End

If you are considering purchasing a home in San Ramon or surrounding communities most likely you will need a home loan. The very first step in looking at properties is to get preapproved for financing. This puts you steps ahead of others that have not done their financial homework,  and it shows sellers that you’re a serious buyer with your financing in place.

10 Genius Relocation and Moving Hacks

Moving can be a pain, but with these quick tips you can move and relocate easier than ever before. But the key is starting early. Here are my top 10 moving hacks.

5 Mistakes Senior Buyers Can Easily Make

Considering purchasing a home in San Ramon or around the Tri-Valley area? Are you a senior citizen looking to buy, rent or potentially lease a new property? Here are some of the top home buying mistakes that seniors can make when considering purchasing a new property, home or condominium.

Should I Get an Inspection on a Condominium?

Home inspections are important but how important are they when buying a condo? The siding, roof and general frame of the property is all covered by the Home Owners Association, right? They can take care of that…. However, would you buy a lemon car that had mounds of problems even if the dealership promised to repair them? Probably not. This is why having an inspection of the condo AND the association is so vital to your purchase.

The Scam to Expect Right After You Close

It seems there’s a new scam that pops up almost every day. Whether it’s someone calling about the viruses on your computer, is to your Microsoft account, or wanting you to send money to Nigeria, there will always be someone out there looking to scam you. It’s important to know what’s going on so that you can prevent it from happening to you.