Required Pre-Sale Inspections - South San Francisco Just about every city in the San Francisco Bay area requires some sort of city mandated inspection or report prior to the sale of a 1 to 4 unit building. South San Francisco requires a Home Safety Inspection by the Fire Prevention Division prior to closing a sale. They do offer a pre-inspection at no cost. This would identify things like smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, water heater strapping, safety issues with exits or security bars, and work done without permits. I spoke with a very nice and well-informed woman at the Division yesterday regarding an upcoming REO listing. In response to the initial pre-inspection, seller could do one of two things: 1. Have any noted items corrected. Then schedule a final inspection (cost is $125)... 10/15/2011

REO Properties and Legal Requirements   I've written a few recent posts about keeping REO / vacant properties safe. Two of the latest are Squatters in the House! Police were called and Be Careful of the Squatters.   I live in San Francisco, which is only 47 square miles (according to Wikipedia) , roughly 7 miles by 7 miles. So my work as a REALTOR often takes me outside City boundaries. And we have to keep up with all neighboring city requirements if we want to work there. I'm talking about Best Practices in Real Estate.   I have another REO listing coming up soon in South San Francisco. It is a great opportunity for an Investor or someone who wants to live in a home and have great income. There is a 3 Bedroom home on one street and a 3-unit building in back on another street. More on t... 10/14/2011

 For Gen Y First Time Homebuyers, South San Francisco is one of the best cities to live in the Mid-Peninsula  It’s geographic location will serve it’s purpose being in the center going to the South or to the North. Going North, five to ten minutes to San Francisco International Airport, 15 minutes to Downtown San Francisco. Going south is 15 minutes to Mountain View and Palo Alto and less than an hour to Silicon Valley. South San Francisco (or South City to many) is one of the most predominant biotech development areas in the country, which generates revenue and employment in the community. Oyster Point Business Centers caters to executive offices and commercial businesses. Genentech, one of largest biotech companies in the world offers lots of job opportunities in this area.  The San F... 09/24/2011

I decided to focus on the first city that I need to service as my "niche market" for Gen Y First Time Homebuyers in South San Francisco.  I need to know this market and the first thing that came to my mind is the Census Data. How can I promote the homes for sale in South San Francisco without knowing the current demographics of the community?  So to start with here's the Census Report for South San Francisco. City of South San Francisco San Mateo County Decennial Census data       1910-1940  |   1950-1960  |   1970-1990  |   2000-2010               Census 2000   Census 2010 TOTAL POPULATION 60,552 100.0%   63,632 100.0% In households 60,109 99.3%   63,053 99.1% In group quarters 443 0.7%   579 0.9%             RACE           White 26,671 44.0%   23,760 37.3% Black or African American 1,... 09/22/2011

Se recomienda revisar y cambiar si es necesario las baterías de los detectores de humo.Esta es la época del año en que tenemos que adelantar nuestros relojes una hora, y también que  chequen las baterías todos los detectores humos de su hogar al iqual que los de sus oficina el  Domingo 13 de marzo a las 2:00 am Para algunos de nosotros que nos  gusta ir a la cama tarde será difícil adaptarse al cambio de hora. El propósito principal de cambio de horario es para ahorrar energía. Además, vamos a tener más luz natural para disfrutar de las actividades al aire libre. Obtenga más información sobre la historia del cambio de horario del verano 03/12/2011

If you think you can't get a commercial loan in today's market, think again! Today, we closed escrow on a self-storage facility in South San Francisco. I am going to describe the terms of this commercial loan for you so that you can get an idea of the appetite for these type of loans, and what was required by the lender to get it approved and funded. This commercial loan was for $3,500,000. My client refinanced his building in order to consolidate the three outstanding loans on the property, and to get cash-out. He used the funds obtained to pay down outstanding consumer debt. In today's lending environment, obtaining cash-out with a commercial loan is not easy.  Here are the terms of this commercial loan: 6.25% fixed for five years 25 year amortization 10 year term 1 point origination ... 02/12/2010

There are fifteen open houses scheduled in South San Francisco on Sunday January 10, 2010, at the time of this writing. Here is a list of these open houses for you:   613 Rocca Avenue, $848,800, open house from 1 to 4 2360 Bourbon Court, $699,999, 1 to 3 437 Ferndale Avenue, $619,000, 12 to 3 1 Mandalay Place #1703, $575,000, 1 to 4 1 Felton Avenue, $560,000, 1 to 4 2 Elkwood Drive, $549,500, 1 to 4 2690 Duhallow Way, $540,000, 1:30 to 4:30 3854 Crofton Way, $530,000, 1 to 4 1 Mandalay Place #1511, $519,000, 1 to 4 815 Hemlock Avenue, $499,500, 2 to 4 102 Rosa Flora Circle, $499,500, 2 to 4 1 Mandalay Place #610, $490,000, 1 to 4 2220 Gellert Blvd. #4304, $475,000, 1 to 4 3550 Carter Drive #10, $469,000, 1:30 to 4 113 Cherry Avenue, $389,900, 1 to 4 San Bruno Open Houses   01/08/2010

Many sellers are determined to set their listing price higher than they are willing to accept so they have room to negotiate.  With the New Millennium buyers they unfortunately will not get any offers.  Today's buyers are more educated than any others.  The internet gives the buyers the opportunity to research all public records.  They know the price of all the homes in the area that sold recently and are on the market.  They know the trends, the cost per square foot; they know what the seller paid for the home and how much they owe and sometimes the improvements the owner has completed.  If a home is over-priced the "New" buyer is almost offended that someone would expect them to purchase it at the "Over Valued List Price" so they don't even make an offer.  Many don't even waste their ... 05/24/2009

Checkout our New Home Offers   Go to : http://www.southsanfranciscolistingagent.com   All the best,   Dan Johns Group   03/19/2009

Thought it would be a good idea to hear a bit about and from our 2009 Presient. Enjoy! 02/04/2009

Dan Johns Group Seeks Exclusive Buyer Agent to Work all of his Buyer Leads.   I would like t personally advertise the position for Exclusive Buyers agent for the Dan Johns Group. I am seeking 1 Realtor, or a Team to take charge and work all buyer leads that come into my group. Whats Required: 1. Must be affiliated with Rev Realtors 2. Must have at least 5 Years experience in working with Buyers 3. Must live and actively work the followoing areas South San Francisco, San Bruno, Millbrae, Burlingame, Pacifica, Daly City and willing to venture into San      Francisco. 4. Must have no disciplinary record with the DRE 5. Clean and Professional Appearance 6. Willing to work Mobile -Strong Knowledge and Comfort online. Business handled by email and fax.   Contact Dan Johns 650-291-4085 http://... 02/03/2009

Thanks You for All of the Agents who Intervied for January!   Rev Management Team would like to thank all the candiadates that we had the privelege of interviewing and congratualtions to those who will join Rev in the next few months.   Rev practices quarterly hiring for new and existing agents. If you would like to be considered for our next round of hiring its best to interview early and get your name in fast.   What benefits you will enjoy: Up to 87.5% Commission SPlit No Fees Paid Insurance* Profit Sharing Broker Support Transaction Coordination Training ...much more Contact Rev for your interview today.   Thanks, Rev Management Team http://www.revrealtors.com   02/03/2009

Treat Your Business Like a Business   A common mistake that new Realtors and even Realtors who have been in the business for a long time is they don't treat their business like a business. Real Estate allows you freedom and a wonderful lifestyle, but you better take the business part seriously. This business will be great to you and spoil you rotten if you respect and treat it accordingly. New agents, if you are struggling and wondering why you arent' getting that listing and cant get that offer accepted, don't get discouraged but question what you can change to succeeed. Einstein once said: "The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different outcomes." If you are doing something and nothing is coming of it. Stop! Throw another dart at the boa... 01/29/2009

5 Days Left for January Agents--- 5 Spots Left   Rev is actively recruting new and experienced agents who are looking for more benefits from their Broker and to learn a more efficient way to run their business.   We currently have 5 open spots for our Peninsula Hun in San Bruno.   Contact Rev Realtors -Rev Management Team http://www.revrealtors.com   01/28/2009

Rev 2009! Coming soon to Rev Realtors is RevPortal RevPortal is an in house software program designed by the leading edge software developers to enhance the and expedite the buying and selling process for all their Realtors. What will be included: New Hires Sign-Up Online 4 Options to Joining Rev - (1 is 100% Commission Split!) Document Upolad and Download Access to Mobile Hubs Forms Library E-Trainer - Virtual Broker will answer any questions you may have a bout a particular transaction   Join Rev Now Peninsula and San Francisco Agents http://www.revrealtors.com     01/23/2009

Follow Me on Twitter (DanJohns)   Are you a fellow Tweeter? Twitter gives you up to date activity notices of events, activities and thoughts sent out for all followers to see. Not a Tweeter- Go here to Uign Up http://www.twitter.com   Already a member and want to follow Dan Johns Go here - http://www.twitter.com/danjohns   Very Best,   Dan Johns Group http://www.revrealtors.com http://www.revrealtors.com/djg/djg.php 01/23/2009

Enter To Win $500 Gift Card   The Dan Johns Group is offering a $500 giftcard to homeowners who live in the San Francisco or the San Francisco Peninusla. If you are moving to this area or thinking about moving to this area, now enter here   http://www.revrealtors.com/djg/confirmlowescard.php?start=newform   Good Luck! -Dan Johns Group   * WInner will be selected after 100o entries have been confirmed. 01/23/2009

Lowe's partners with Rev Realtors Lowe's Home Improvement has partnered with Rev Realtors in an effort to promote Social Responsiblity in the buainess sector. Lowe's has a long standing track record of impecable social responsibility. Lowe's Communities • Lowe’s and the Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation (LCEF) together contributed more than $27.5 million to over 1,400 community projects in 2007 • Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant program has awarded nearly $10 million to K-12 public schools nationwide since 2006 • Lowe’s Heroes program donated more than $1 million in materials and thousands of employee volunteer hours in 2007 • Partner of Habitat for Humanity® International since 2004 • Underwriter of Habitat for Humanity® Women Build® program • National Partner of the Ameri... 01/22/2009

Lowe's partners with Rev Realtors   Lowe's Home Improvement has partnered with Rev Realtors in an effort to promote Social Responsiblity in the buainess sector. Lowe's has a long standing track record of impecable social responsibility.   Lowe's  Communities • Lowe’s and the Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation (LCEF) together contributed more than $27.5 million to over 1,400 community projects in 2007 • Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant program has awarded nearly $10 million to K-12 public schools nationwide since 2006 • Lowe’s Heroes program donated more than $1 million in materials and thousands of employee volunteer hours in 2007 • Partner of Habitat for Humanity® International since 2004 • Underwriter of Habitat for Humanity® Women Build® program • National Partner of the ... 01/22/2009

President Obama Freezes Salaries for Washington Aides Making over $100,000   Thats refreshing! Almost as a sign of good faith, Presiden Obama has called for a freeze on Washington aides who are making over $100,000 a year. Hw staes, "while the rest of america istightening their belts, so should Washington." Pretty nice step for the first day on the job. Hope he keeps it up. Check out the whole article at the Associated Press Website. - http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/O/OBAMA_EXECUTIVE_PAY?SITE=CAANG&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT   -Rev Management Team   http://www.revrealtors.com 01/21/2009