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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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Where can I find what bank owns a REO? How can I find out how many days it has been on the market?

Answered Sat Jun 28 2008, 13:02 by Dot Chance - Downtown San Jose - Tech Tips
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NEED 3BRM RENTAL!!!! IN SAN JOSE AREA

Answered Mon May 19 2008, 15:10 by Lupe - San Jose - Tech Tips
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Where can I go online to see if an extention was built with permits?

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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…

Ranbir
Just Looking

do you pay tax on a patio or deck? asked by Ranbir

Ranbir, Your question is vague.... As Ben Franklin said: "In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes" read more answered by Ali Moein

Peter
Home Buyer

I am looking for an insurance broker/agent - any references? asked by Peter

You may contact Cathereine Chen ,ChFC State farm 408-863-000 www.catherinechen.com I referred a lot of business to her. She did a great job... read more answered by Grace Keng

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

The very first thing that any home buyer should do is contact a Realtor who specializes in your local market. This is especially imperative for... read more answered by Brian Daniels…

SJ_Resident
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Is the landlord or tenant responsible for the cost of water for lawn sprinklers? asked by SJ_Resident

That will depend entirely on you and your relationship with your tenants. If you ... read more answered by Pacita Dimac…

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

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

Hello, There IS something wrong! Here is an actual example: A home in the golden t... read more answered by Ali Moein

Sue
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we're looking at foreclosure homes in Gilroy. Is there a problem if too many houses are in foreclosure in? asked by Sue

Hi Sue, My name is Allyson and I specialize in bank owned/short sale properties. C... read more answered by Allyson Ales…

Melissa
Home Buyer

Teacher hoping to return to SJ asked by Melissa

Melissa, Congrats and welcome back! Depending on where you will be assigned and the type of home you want (condo/townhome vs detached) there are different options. I like the way downto... read more answered by CJ Brasiel R…

Bindu Menon
Home Buyer

I would greatly appreciate some advice on the following situation.We are about to buy a short sale home in asked by Bindu Menon

Talk to your agent, but I think you could put in a clause in the contract that says ... 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

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

Hi Becky, My name is Allyson, I do specialize in bank owned and short sales proper... read more answered by Allyson Ales…

Sanjoseselle…
Home Seller

Why do so many agents lie? asked by Sanjoseselle…

Hi SJSeller, There's an old saying that 98% of lawyers give the other 2% a bad name. The reputation of realtors isn't much better and your experience reinforces this perception. This is rea... read more answered by Roland Barcos

nickleback23
Home Buyer

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

Zero out of pocket is still feasible. Ask your friends/family/coworkers for a referral to a great loan officer and see if you can qualify. A g... read more answered by Tom Burris

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

You might look at the web sites of the local newspapers like the Palo Alto daily and... read more answered by Dave Blockhus

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

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…

Keith Kepler
Home Buyer

it is reasonable to commute from Gilroy to San Jose? asked by Keith Kepler

Hi Keith, It depends on what you consider reasonable. I live in Morgan Hill - the town between Gilroy and San Jose. It is a 20 - 40 minute ... read more answered by Gretchen Mer…

Randy Pertner
Real Estate Pro

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

you dont want to be east of Bird. safety becomes a concern the further you go east.... read more answered by Bay_area_ll