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2012
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Creative solutions that saved the dealThe market is changing here in Alameda. At least for some properties. I recently represented a buyer who is a single gentleman looking for a nice three bedroom bungalow or similar home in Alameda. He sold his very large home and was looking for a smalle...
05/31/2012
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Alameda Walks TheAlameda Recreation and Parks Department sponsors Alameda Walks, a program started in 2003. The program was initially a collaboration of the Alameda Recreation and Park Department,Pedestrian Friendly Alameda andAlameda Collaborative for Children, Youth & Families. According...
05/31/2012
Snap Shot of Emeryville real estate market - May 2012This is a snap shot of the Emeryville real estate market activity for May 2012: New homes on the market 37 Homes that sold 8 Pending activity - all not just last week 53 All properties currently on the market 37 Condos currently on the market 3...
05/30/2012
Early East Bay Women Architects - Alameda museum lecture series“Early East Bay Women Architects - Mildred S. Meyers and her Contemporaries” will be presented by Inge Schaefer Horton at the Alameda Museum Thursday, May 31 at 7 pm. Ms. Horton authored Early Women Architects of the San Francisco ...
05/30/2012
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Can I transfer of my property tax base? Sellers have asked about keeping their property tax base when they downsize. Some counties in California are participating in the transfer of a seller’s property tax base when they sell their home and buy a replacement home of equal or lesser value. Curr...
05/28/2012
What should I do before I sell my Alameda home?Alameda sellers often ask what should be done to prepare their homes for a sale. There are many things they may do, however I have noted the things that are most essential for a seller to do before they sell their Alameda home. Curb appeal: Make ...
05/27/2012
What inspections should I order before I sell my Alameda home? The most important inspection an Alameda home owners should order is a property inspections which should be performed by an inspector who is a member of American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) or the National Association of Home...
05/26/2012
Snap shot of Alameda real estate market - May 18-25, 2012This is a snap shot of the Alameda real estate market activity for the week of May 18 to May 25, 2012: New homes on the market 9 Price changes 4 Homes that sol...
05/25/2012
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Things to do in AlamedaThings to do in Alameda: The USS Hornet will honor past and present veterans on Monday, May 28, at 1:00 pm with a wreath ceremony and parade on the Hornet at 707 West Hornet Avenue, Pier 3 in Alameda.Things to do in Alameda: Memorial Day event to honor fallen veterans ...
05/25/2012
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Tips to improve curb appeal of your Alameda home Owners typically spruce up their homes when they decided to sell. Some Alameda sellers may ask if improving curb appeal is worth the expense. Sellers whose homes are in good condition should take the extra step to make their homes look smashing...
05/24/2012