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Albert
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Search for recently sold home. Some transactions' price are really low. How come? asked by Albert

In reviewing sold properties there are tranactions that are not "arms length" , e.g.... read more answered by Brooke O'mal…

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Is it okay to approach a home owner about selling their home to me if they don't have the home on the market?

Answered Thu Apr 10 2008, 22:47 by Bill Posada - 95032 - Home Buying
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Albert
Home Buyer

Search for recently sold home. Some transactions' price are really low. How come? asked by Albert

In reviewing sold properties there are tranactions that are not "arms length" , e.g.... read more answered by Brooke O'mal…

Devin Avilla
Home Buyer

What are nice areas in Gilroy, CA? I am a single guy looking to buy a first house? Looking for good resell asked by Devin Avilla

HI Devin, In addition to the answers below feel free to go to my website and take... read more answered by Lisa Huse

Barbara
Home Seller

Can a buyer cancel an agreement via email to seller's realtor? asked by Barbara

Confused... what agreement? A sales contract? You need to read your contract to see if there are delivery requirements. If you have an agent ... read more answered by Vicky Chrisn…

Jennifer
Home Buyer

Are the Cimson townhomes in San Jose in a good neighborhood? asked by Jennifer

The crimereports.com is a great site for crime data. I was amazed at the number of incidents everywhere in Santa Clara county. My thought was ... read more answered by Homes

linda
Home Buyer

What is the average cost of insurance covering fire and flood in the South Bay? asked by linda

Hi Linda, I work extensively in Morgan Hill and have sold many homes here. I also ... read more answered by Gretchen Mer…

Homebuyer
Home Buyer

We are thinking of buying a 4 bed house in golden triangle Saratoga. Asking price 1.8 million. Looking at the asked by Homebuyer

YES!!! Which house is it? I would be completely shocked if it had not appreciated. I... read more answered by Susan & Shawn

Amy
Home Buyer

Can my husband qualify for a first-time home-owner loan if I own a house under my name? asked by Amy

Amy, he would have to apply for the loan under his name and you could not be a co-ap... read more answered by Dot Chance

Randy Pertner
Real Estate Pro

How safe is the neighborhood around 1275 Vernon Ave. in Willow Glen? 95125 zip code asked by Randy Pertner

Here is a site to check on crime statistics. Ask the owner to tell you about any ... read more answered by Michelle C. …

Jeela
Just Looking

Are the home prices going up or down or staying the same in Almaden Valley? When will the market change? asked by Jeela

Hello Jeela, If I only had a crystal ball to predict the future..... :) In the r... read more answered by Ali Moein

Heather
Home Buyer

My husband and I are first time home buyers in San Jose, CA. asked by Heather

Heather - You are already taking a great first step by asking advice. I agree with others that sitting down with a lender can help get persp... read more answered by CJ Brasiel R…

Katie
Home Buyer

Moving for the schools asked by Katie

Hi Katie, You have to check with the school district to be sure that the home you want feeds into the school you want. Even if that is okay, you also need to check this time of year to be s... read more answered by Roland Barcos

nickleback23
Home Buyer

Is it still possible to get a loan with no money down ? asked by nickleback23

VA or Rural Development loans are no money down read more answered by Mark

Ted
Home Buyer

Compare value and neighborhood feel of cuppertino, saratoga and los gatos asked by Ted

Hi Ted, My name is Allyson. Its kind of hard to give you a "feel" for these areas I think Bill is correct in his recommendations. The 3 areas ... read more answered by Allyson Ales…

Jilka
Just Looking

I'm relocating to Palo Alto/Mountain View area from LA this summer and am looking to rent a 2 bedroom asked by Jilka

Hi Jilka, Another site you might try is Fogster. The problem right now in the Pa... read more answered by Earl Girbovan

Avy
Home Buyer

How is Village Square by Summerhill Homes in the San Jose (CA) area? asked by Avy

I looked at those condos. They are putting together a nice project. They have about a half dozen on San Carlos which could also be used for a ... read more answered by Terri Vellios

Sanjoseselle…
Home Seller

Multiple offers and counter offers; Take 2! asked by Sanjoseselle…

Wow and congratulations for having so many offers! This is simple contract law, so you do NOT have a valid contract until both parties--seller ... read more answered by G. H. Morioka

John
Home Buyer

If you are looking for good schools.... asked by John

I am not sure what is your commutte criterian, but San Ramon, CA has similar rated schools as Cupertino (API, etc). Home prices are much lower, ... read more answered by LoveBayArea

Lao
Home Buyer

What are the current prices at Mesa Ridge in Gilroy? asked by Lao

Hi Lao - As a real estate agent, I'd be more than happy to take you there, but the questions you ask can best be answered by talking to the buil... read more answered by Roland Barcos

Becky Hyman
Home Buyer

Any tips on finding an agent who specializes in bank-owned properties/foreclosures in the San Jose area? asked by Becky Hyman

I suggest speaking and/or meeting a couple of different agents and asking them their... read more answered by Lisa Huse

Ken Mack
Home Buyer

Is the property on Montevgo Ct. for sale? What is the price? asked by Ken Mack

I'll check later and update the posting. Nothing yet has hit the MLS. The other one I mentioned has been sale pending since last year. Linda... read more answered by Linda Baker