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How long does a landlord have to return your security deposit? asked by pinkdiva

California code 1950.5 is the leading cause of landlords being sued in samll claims court. Everyone should be clear on the law and very specific... read more answered by Jed Lane; Fog…

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Why is Diamond Heights one of the cheapest San Francisco neighborhoods in terms of real estate prices?

Answered Sun May 18 2008, 23:20 by Ed - Diamond Heights - Home Buying
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pinkdiva
Just Looking

How long does a landlord have to return your security deposit? asked by pinkdiva

California code 1950.5 is the leading cause of landlords being sued in samll claims court. Everyone should be clear on the law and very specific... read more answered by Jed Lane; Fog…

Kathy
Home Buyer

Does going through the pre-approval process with multiple lenders hurt my credit score? asked by Kathy

Correct answer from Fair-Issac, the company that develops credit scoring models for ... read more answered by Deep River

Elizabeth
Home Buyer

My husband, son, and I are going to be moving to San Francisco in the next few months. One of the few asked by Elizabeth

Dear Elizabeth, Please go to my website: www.sallyrosenman.com and look up inform... read more answered by Sally Rosenm…

Natasha Lovas
Real Estate Pro

Short sale going into foreclosure -- help! asked by Natasha Lovas

Yes there is a way but it requires a different approach. www.borrowerhotline.com has a web site and they discuss the benefits of a "Reverse Sho... read more answered by Mr. M Soliman

Juliet
Just Looking

Can anyone refer any experienced realtors that are knowledgable in REO,foreclosures in SF and Peninsula? asked by Juliet

Hi Juliet, As Jed mentioned before I have some good experience in working with RE... read more answered by Peter Brunton

Cristina
Just Looking

What is the average garbage, sewer and water bill in San Francisco. Am looking into buying for the first? asked by Cristina

To ad the the fees from SpaceTomCat the garbage company charges only for the garbage... read more answered by Jed Lane; Fog…

Henry Rollins
Home Buyer

I am planning to buy a townhouse in the East Bay - north of Oakland California. I was planning to wait until asked by Henry Rollins

Jed Lane: Regarding my answer below (answer # 7). I should add that I am plannin... read more answered by Henry Rollins

Nic Morris
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When a foreclosure property is listed, what are the signigicance of the asking price listed.? asked by Nic Morris

The foreclosure list price is a guide --- but the actual price it will sell for can ... read more answered by Pacita Dimac…

Christopher
Home Buyer

As a first time buyer, how can we the house we are currently renting which is going on the market soon? asked by Christopher

Maybe wait a few years to buy. Prices will drop more. Yes, they have, and will drop ... read more answered by NonRealtor

Brian Sparr
Real Estate Pro

One Rincon Hill - Investment Opportunity? asked by Brian Sparr

Brian, There is a lot of construction in the Rincon Hill area. Yeah, it should do well in the long run, but initially I don't think that you ... read more answered by Peter Brunton

Yoyo
Home Buyer

We submitted an offer on a short sale more than the asking price on the listing. The first lender approved, asked by Yoyo

Yo Yoyo! Which you no doubt feel like after trying to get a short-sale through. All ... read more answered by Michael J Ke…

Kp
Home Buyer

How do you buy a house that is in pre-foreclosure? asked by Kp

Here is a good article on the different stages of foreclosure. Preforclsoures can be very profitable with low competition, but you must be caref... read more answered by PropertyHook…

Danabnrml9
Home Buyer

Need an Agent in the San Francisco Bay Area asked by Danabnrml9

Your price range of $400-600K and your predilection for condos seem to be the top on your search criteria. Because the Bay area is HUGE -- I'll ... read more answered by Pacita Dimac…

amypang365
Home Buyer

We're looking for a buyer's agent specializing in West Portal and surrounding areas, including Forest Hill asked by amypang365

Helpful Advice for Parents Parents who receive their public school assignments: ... read more answered by Melanie Nard…

JoAnn Bonifa…
Real Estate Pro

What are good SFR or condo rental websites in San Francisco? asked by JoAnn Bonifa…

Craigslist. Everything goes there and everyone goes there to get the info. Unless you have special needs then try MetroRent. read more answered by Jed Lane; Fog…

Lori
Home Buyer

What are the pros/cons of a tic? asked by Lori

Jim and Melanie have given you the technical pros and cons. I'd like to add that the TICs that are on the market are in usually older buildings ... read more answered by Jed Lane; Fog…

Paul Petrian…
Home Seller

value home at 572 - 47th avenue, san francisco, california 94121 asked by Paul Petrian…

Dear Paul, No realtor can give you a true appraisal until she/he has seen your home. With a short visit, you would point out an upgrades you... read more answered by Sally Rosenm…

Mandy
Home Buyer

First time home buyer in San Francisco, have already seen a place that I like, what is the next step? get a asked by Mandy

BEST ANSWER Hello Mandy, If you are buying something already on the market, yo... read more answered by Rebecca White

Emerald
Home Buyer

Is it strange that a developer sets it self up to be in charge of an HOA, with the majority of Board members? asked by Emerald

Emerald, In the beginning it isn't a conflict. As others have stated the developer ... read more answered by Jed Lane; Fog…

J'mo
Home Buyer

What's a TIC? Tenants in common I assume, but when buying, what does it imply? asked by J'mo

Jim's answer is a good one. Tenancy In Common is a way to hold title on a single... read more answered by Chris Word