Looking for a great place to call home?

Last night I was reminded why people make their homes in Healdsburg! For over 20 years the Healdsburg Pantry had been feeding the needy and seniors. It would not exist if it were not for the hard work of community members…..here is how it works.

The rent for the Pantry is $1500 per month and the utilities . . . → Read More: Looking for a great place to call home?

How tough is it to get a cheap Home Loan in Sonoma County?

How tough is it to get a cheap Home Loan in Sonoma County?

All banks have tightened up their credit requirements for getting a loan. The mortgage market seems to get tighter each day with some of the underwriting rules making sense and some not. It seems these days that you have to work very closely with . . . → Read More: How tough is it to get a cheap Home Loan in Sonoma County?

Is there a time frame for a California real estate broker to return deposit check to the buyer?

Is there a time frame for a California real estate broker to return deposit check to the buyer?
Not that I can find in the Real Estate Law….the rules depend on to whom the check is made out to. If it is made out to the real estate brokerage the Broker can keep it in a log . . . → Read More: Is there a time frame for a California real estate broker to return deposit check to the buyer?

Winning in a multiple offer situation

The home sale market for homes under $400,000 is hot in many places in California. And knowing what to offer is tough. Especially with the multiple offer competition that is being encouraged by all sellers including bank owned properties, flips, and short sellers when they intentionally price their home low.  A home priced at $325,000 in . . . → Read More: Winning in a multiple offer situation

5 Ways to Get Your Home Sold

1. Offer a Decorating Allowance
There may be a buyer that likes your home but just has different decorating tastes. To seal the deal, offer a decorating allowance (for painting, new carpets or wallpaper). You can offer cash at closing, or put money in escrow to reimburse decorating and remodeling expenses made within 90 days of closing, . . . → Read More: 5 Ways to Get Your Home Sold