Dave Cunningham

"The View Specialist"
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Dave Cunningham, in San Francisco
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About Me
Dave Cunningham is a native of the Bay Area and has been serving his client’s Residential, Investment, and Referral needs since 1999. Dave takes a long-term/trusted advisor approach to his business and works almost exclusively by referral. His areas of expertise are all of San Francisco, especially Eureka Valley, Ashbury Heights, Corona Heights, and Duboce Triangle.

Dave has a degree in FRL (Finance, Real Estate and Law) from Cal Poly with a minor in Business Law. Dave also received his Legal Assistant Certificate from the University of Texas at Austin in 1993 and was the top student in his class. Dave has been a member of Toastmaster’s and was the President of BNI (Business Networking International), Midtown Chapter in San Francisco. Dave has also been active in the Women’s Council of Realtors, sitting on the Membership, Educational, and Hospitality Committees. Dave enjoys the music and programs at Glide Methodist Church in San Francisco and has volunteered in their homeless service programs and children’s programs where he was a Youth Mentor.

Dave has a Pug named Prince and enjoys spending time with him at the park and with his family who live in Pleasanton. In his free time, Dave enjoys travel, dining out, scuba diving, windsurfing, reading, hiking, and rollercoasters!


Client Services


Premium Services provided by Dave Cunningham
• Specializing in Residential Real Estate Representation of Buyers and Sellers in San Francisco. I have developed an expertise in this unique and competitive market. I will price, market, show, and negotiate on your behalf in order to get you the Highest Possible Price for your property.

• Income Property Representation of buyers and sellers in San Francisco as an excellent investment and way to help my client’s diversify their portfolio. Ask me how to do a 1031 exchange out of your current investment property into another property and defer Capital Gains Taxes!

• Client Appreciation Program including quarterly newsletter detailing information about the market, legal issues, and other pertinent or related community topics, special seminars, and client appreciation parties.

• Comparative Market Analysis of homes and income property in San Francisco – an invaluable tool in preparing to sell a property, for estate planning and estate settlement at no charge to my clients.

• A Support Team of escrow coordinators, escrow and title officers, lenders, inspectors, and service providers to ensure my clients the most professional and fluid escrow possible.

• An Extensive Service Provider list including tried and true tradesmen and auxiliary professionals (such as attorneys, accountants, etc), which I am happy to refer upon request.

• A Extensive Realtor Referral Network of real estate professionals all over the United States that do their business by referral and adhere to the highest standards of customer service and ethics.

• Professional and Personal Reference Lists for those who wish to speak with past or present clients to confirm the quality of service they are looking for.


• A Vast Realtor’s Communication Network among peers in the world of real estate. My good relationship and professional reputation in the business results in shared leads, listings, and information proving to be a critical advantage for my client’s in today’s competitive market.

• World Wide Web Access ensures unlimited viewing of your property at http://www.DavesCityHomes.com and Coldwell Banker’s website http://www.camoves.com. My computer skills ensure that we don’t miss out on the tech savvy Bay Area Buyer.

• Listing Disclosure Packages will be made available in printed as well as electronic formats to easier serve your buyer’s needs and ensure that your legal responsibilities are covered.

• Communication Your Way – I will strive to arrange a communication style and schedule that fits Your needs. Whether high tech or high touch, I want to make it work for You.

• Extra Care and Attention to Detail is my motto. I want to exceed your expectations and meet and special needs you may have.
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Pete, Just Looking in San Francisco

When is a good time to buy a loft/condo in San Francisco in the next 18 months?

Asked Sat Jul 7 2007, 08:19 by Pete  -  San Francisco  -  Home Buying  -  13 answers
Dave Cunningham answered:
Perhaps some facts and statistics would be helpful. I always tell buyers that they should plan on holding a home purchase for 3-5 years minimum to be sure they will appreciate. The last 7-8 years in the Bay Area saw such rapid appreciation that many people made alot of money by buying and "flipping" quickly. The current market is a more "normal" market and the news media has portrayed it as all gloom and doom. Mortgage rates are among the lowest in over 40 years; this means that as a buyer you will be able to afford far more today than you may be able to tomorrow should interest rates increase. According to the California Association of Realtors, the median price of a home in California has not declined since 1996 and the 37 year average rate of appreciation for homes in California is 7.75%. Some markets in the Bay Area have seen a 4% increase in median home prices; yes, the number of sales are down, but prices in some markets are up. (San Francisco's District 5 which includes Eureka and Noe Valley neighborhoods has seen a increase of 6% in single family homes and 11% in condos since this time last year). Many sellers are motivated right now. Come January, I can’t necessarily say the same will hold true. The current housing market offers a unique window of opportunity for confident buyers. The exciting news is that for the first time in quite a while, the stars are in alignment for buyers: mortgage rates remain low (certainly by historical standards), and there is a large selection of homes to choose from. Now is a fantastic time to buy. Many people who are buying and selling right now are move-up buyers who are using equity positioning to obtain better, more expensive housing.

As a seller, you may enjoy the benefit of years of high appreciation rates and, on the other side of the transaction, as a buyer you enjoy near historically low interest rates and a large selection of homes to choose from. I am holding open a condo this weekend in San Francisco that has had a $76,000 price reduction. If you would like to discuss this market and facts about it further, please get in contact with me and I would be delighted to answer your questions and help you make a financially responsible, well thought out decision. I have 8 years full-time experience in San Francisco Real Estate and this is the BEST buyers market I have ever worked in. - Fri Nov 16 2007, 09:26
Now is a great time to buy! Interest rates are still fantastic, competition is lower than it has been in years and prices are better than they have been in the last couple of years! If you wait too long and try to "time" the market you will miss out because by the time you realize what is happening, prices will have jumped. - Sat Jul 21 2007, 11:19
The short answer is now! Inventory in the South of Market neighborhoods is starting to be absorbed. Lofts and new construction on the SOMA area of San Francisco are a great buy right now. Incentives on new construction are not being offered as much now as a few weeks ago so that is a sign that their sales are doing better. There is alot to choose from and there are still "deals" to be had! - Mon Jul 9 2007, 08:24
Michael, Just Looking in Roseville

With a lot of new condo developement in the city - do you think per sq. ft cost will drop?

Asked Thu Jul 19 2007, 12:28 by Michael  -  San Francisco  -  General Area  -  4 answers
Dave Cunningham answered:
Studies have shown that the demand for housing in SF far surpasses the current development. Other major cities in the U.S. and Canada have been consistently adding new units every year while SF has held back. What is in development now does not surpass demand so don't expect prices to drop. In fact, the price per square foot of the new construction is at all time highs. It is always better to buy now in SF than to wait. People thought prices were too high in the late 80's and the late 90's and now they are wishing they had bought because prices have jumped. The current "slow" market is slow for SF but we are the #1 strongest real estate market in the country! The slowdown won't last forever so if you're thinking about buying, now is the time!! - Sat Jul 21 2007, 11:24
Ray, Home Buyer in California

The best way to work with a Buyer's Agent? Could I work with more than one Buyer's Agent to find a home?

Asked Mon Jul 9 2007, 00:16 by Ray  -  San Francisco  -  Foreclosure  -  10 answers
Dave Cunningham answered:
The really good buyer's agents will ask you to commit to working with them exclusively and there is no advantage to you to work with more than one agent, especially if the agent you choose knows the market you are looking in well. I have all my buyers sign an exclusive Buyer Broker Agreement which solidifies our committment to each other and they benefit from my 8 years of full-time real estate experience in San Francisco. All agents have the same access to the MLS which gives us the information on all the new properties that are on the market where the seller is working with a realtor. I also offer my buyers CleanOffer which gives them untruncated access to the San Francisco MLS so they can do their own searches as well as benefit from my searches. - Mon Jul 9 2007, 08:20
Cpj, Just Looking in Zurich

Is Noe Valley a realistic location to buy if one commutes to South SF?

Asked Mon Jun 25 2007, 01:40 by Cpj  -  Noe Valley  -  Traffic & Public Transportation  -  6 answers
Dave Cunningham answered:
It is an easy commute to South San Francisco by car. I know several people who live in Noe and drive to Genetech in South San Francisco. You just get on Dolores and it merges with San Jose and then turns into the 280. It's only about a 15-20 minute drive. - Fri Jul 6 2007, 11:08
Chris Jantz-…, Just Looking in San Francisco

I’m moving to SF, what’s the best neighborhood for a 28yr old, single, guy, just out of business school?

Asked Sat Jun 30 2007, 10:30 by Chris Jantz-…  -  San Francisco  -  General Area  -  6 answers
Dave Cunningham answered:
I think you would enjoy The Marina District or Cow Hollow which have many professional young people and lots to do, see, and experience! It's a great time to buy with mortgage interest rates still at all time lows and more inventory to select from and less competition that there's been in a while! - Thu Jul 5 2007, 17:45
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Specialties
All of San Francisco, especially view properties in Eureka Valley/Liberty Hill/Dolores Heights, Noe Valley, Duboce Triangle, Ashbury Heights, Corona Heights, Glen Park/Fairmont Heights, Twin Peaks, Clarendon Heights.
Experience
Latest:
Realtor for Coldwell Banker
9 years full-time residential Real Estate Sales in San Francisco
June 1999—present
Certifications & Awards
SRES, Seniors Residential Specialist
Interests
Dining out, Symphony, Opera, Ballet, Broadway Shows, Museums, Hiking, Shopping, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Windsurfing, Swimming, Travel
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