navaneeth76:
Where are you getting your information?
Brian's correct, we're seeing multiple offer situations these days...
Re: "Though the school ratings are much better than other areas of Fremont"
Check out http://www.SchoolAndHousing.com
Based on property address, this site provides attendance area schools (Public, Private and Daycares) along with useful statistics and other information. Before making an offer you should call the School District to CONFIRM the schools the property will feed to!
-Steve... more
navaneeth76,
Realtors® typically do not comment on "crime & safety" due to Federal/State anti-steering law exposure. An individual who "directs a particular race to a certain neighborhood and away from others" may be accused of "steering".
Elaine provided a good -- scratch that -- GREAT SOURCE to investigate crime/safety related questions.
Once you enter an address in www.crimereports.com go to the "Incident Layers" tab to select what type of information is important to you. Next, choose the duration of time you want to look at under "Date Range" (for example, you might look at 2010 verses 2011).
Now, you should take a 2nd step:
Call the Fremont Police Department's Martha Matthiesen (510) 790-6979 or Karen Blount (510) 790-6689; both are Community Engagement Specialists that oversee the Neighborhood Crime Watch (NCW) program. Once you make contact with one of them explain your interest and ask for the contact info of the "Lakes and Birds" Block Captain or Co-Captain so you can obtain a direct opinion from someone living in the area. Karen/ Martha can help you start a NCW if there is not one already formed.
Since the definition of "Safe" is a somewhat relative term that may not mean the same thing to all people, the information you can obtain from the block captains will help you make a decision. Truth be told, the best way to stay safe is to introduce yourself to your neighbors, exchange numbers, and agree to keep a look out for any suspicious activity around each other’s homes.
-Steve... more
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Hi Stephanie,
Sorry to hear that.
very good information given.
Here are a few links to articles on how to increase your score. But first, as mentioned below, removing the errors would be a priority.
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/05/20/realestate/mortgages-how-to-pump-up-your-credit-score.html?_r=2&ref=realestate
http://brianripp.com/2012/02/22/5-ways-to-improve-your-credit-score/
Brian... more
Hi Stephanie,
"Is there a difference between Realtor and Broker Associate?"
Yes, and no. One can be both, or not.
Generally, under CA state law one must obtain a real estate license in order to represent another in a real estate transaction (lawyers are exempted from this rule).
The primary distinction of any Realtor® is they have a real estate license by taking required classes and passing a written test - but most importantly - they must also subscribe to the Code of Ethics published by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). Typically, Realtors® are also members of state and local association of Realtors® and further agree to abide by the bylaws, rules and regulations of those associations.
The full Code of Ethics can be found at www.Realtor.org/mempolweb.nsf/pages/code
For those of us which seek to bring a higher level of professionalism to the real estate industry becoming a Realtor® is something we take on with pride knowing that we are part of the solution and not the problems that erode the trust of the profession. In fact, some states may revoke the real estate license of an individual uses the term Realtor® without actually being a member of NAR.
Realtors® not only pledge themselves to the NAR Code of Ethics; and Standards of Practice covering duties to Clients, Customers, the Public and fellow Realtors®, as a group, we also support housing affordability, contribute to and distribute disaster relief aid, provide scholarships, and support laws promoting homeownership and private property rights.
In my view, this is the difference of “being in the business of Real Estate” and being in the profession of Real Estate.
“Who do I go with?” & “How do I know if one is knowledgeable compared to another?”
If you desire to work with a local Realtor® there will be plenty to pick from we respond to your post.
Reviewing their Trulia profiles, blog posts, and answers to questions should be very helpful. Furthermore, each Agent's personal websites will likely list accreditations and client testimonials. These sites, will give you good insight into the depth of knowledge and experience of each individual.
Next, ask to meet with one or more Realtors® to get a feel for how well you would work together based on your individual needs.
As you now know, DRE licensees are NOT bound to a Code of Ethics; only Realtors® take that oath. The one page version can be viewed here:
http://docs.Steven-Anthony.com/RealtorCOE.pdf
You can check to make sure an Agent is a Realtor® by going here:
http://www.realtor.org/rofindrealtor.nsf/pages/FS_FREALTOR?OpenDocument
You can check the status of a DRE Licensee and their Broker (and past violations) here:
http://www2.dre.ca.gov/PublicASP/pplinfo.asp
You can check for Desist and Refrain Orders, and Unlicensed Activities here:
http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_DandR.html#licensing
While not required to receive excellent representation, consider searching for a Realtor® who is also an Accredited Buyers Representative here:
http://www.rebac.net/MembershipDirectorySearch.aspx
Best Regards, Steve... more
The lien holder controls the transaction. If the lien holder does not agree, it will not matter whether the seller agrees or does not. The lien will not be released.
If the buyer is getting a loan, the lender who has done the appraisal will base the loan amount on the appraised value. The buyer will have to obtain an addendum reflecting the new price signed by the seller to be provided to the buyer’s lender as the basis for the new loan. The new agreement must also have the approval of the lien holder.
If the buyer is willing to pay the additional amount needed to make up for the low appraisal, I believe the buyer can do that with no additional concessions on the part of lien holder or seller. The buyer can release the financing and appraisal contingency and move forward to close knowing the amount needed to close will be larger and will fall totally on the buyer.... more
$750.per year more. Well, how long are you going to stay might matter.
But really, it the value goes up you win, but then you need to pay higher taxes.
answers;
1) yes, if you chose to fight you can dispute the space. However, you might not win.
2) yes, the new sq.ft. should show in the public record.
3) when you sell you will use the new sq.ft.
You might as well work on fixing the issue and not fighting it. Adding the sq.ft. will add to your bottom line in the future.
good luck,
Brian... more
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No good way to answer your question. SAFE is a relative term. There are neighborhoods within all cities thought to be safe but which also have severe crimes, like in Castro Valley, Dublin, Pleasanton, or other towns. Look them up and you will find those cities also have their share of crimes. Best way is to compare what is published online by the police departments. They provide a very detailed statistical idea of the types of crimes committed, within a certain length of time. I think you can search by month, year or other criteria. You may find that some areas have a higher rate of robberies, while others have more burglaries auto thefts or homicides than others.
You can also walk around the streets that you like and talk with locals about their neighborhoods. You will be surprised how much information you can obtain this way.
I hope this helps a bit. In my opinion, the area you are considering is a very central area, very popular, and houses do not stay on the market very long................this indicates it is a desirable area to live in the bay area.
Best of luck with your home purchase!... more
Lot's of great answers below. Nothing wrong with using a friend, but know what you are getting into at the start. If your friend lives far from where you are looking to buy, consider that. More than likely, viewing homes will have to be a compromise on both sides due to distance/travel. I have seen friendships get torn apart due to this exact thing. Just be careful. If this is a good friend, it may not be worth putting your relationship at risk. Good friends are hard to find!
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best advice is to contact you local sherifs office, they will be able to tell you in detail about the area you are looking in. Realtors can not give you those answers. It violates several laws and codes of ethincs. It is hare for us, because we truly know that areas best that we work in, but it is not our decision to determine an areas dymanics with regards to safety and a variety of other questions that we tend to get asked.... more
best advice is to contact you local sherifs office, they will be able to tell you in detail about the area you are looking in. Realtors can not give you those answers. It violates several laws and codes of ethincs. It is hare for us, because we truly know that areas best that we work in, but it is not our decision to determine an areas dymanics with regards to safety and a variety of other questions that we tend to get asked.... more
best advice is to contact you local sherifs office, they will be able to tell you in detail about the area you are looking in. Realtors can not give you those answers. It violates several laws and codes of ethincs. It is hare for us, because we truly know that areas best that we work in, but it is not our decision to determine an areas dymanics with regards to safety and a variety of other questions that we tend to get asked.... more
best advice is to contact you local sherifs office, they will be able to tell you in detail about the area you are looking in. Realtors can not give you those answers. It violates several laws and codes of ethincs. It is hare for us, because we truly know that areas best that we work in, but it is not our decision to determine an areas dymanics with regards to safety and a variety of other questions that we tend to get asked.... more
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