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About Me
Read Linnette's client reviews on Yelp! http://www.yelp.com/biz/myhousingguide-oakland
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Credentials: Associate Broker, Top 20 in all of Prudential CA, NV, TX Realty, Diamond Club, Chairman's Circle, Member of Presidential Advisory Board, New Hire Instructor and Team Leader, Women's Council of Realtor's Panel Speaker, iSuceed Mentor, Published in RisMedia, Wall St Journal, Oakland Tribune, Founder of MyHousingGuide.
Strengths: Negotiating, Investing, Residential, Customer Service, Market Knowledge, Internet.
MyHousingGuide: As the Founder of http://www.MyHousingGuide.com, I encourage you to check out and contact us anytime. We are continuously adding the best and most up to date real estate data to help you find or sell your you home!
View all Real Estate MLS Listings in the East Bay, save your homes and searches so you receive emails the day a home is on the market, view proximity to schools and Bart. Search by Keyword for any word such as, foreclosures, short sales, fixers, motivated seller, gourmet, bay view and more. Most importantly, Educate Yourself on the Market!
About Linnette Edwards: Linnette Edwards, founder of MyHousingGuide and Associate Broker with prestigious Prudential CA Realty would love to talk to you, answer your questions, fill you in on the Bay Area market, show you homes, discuss selling your home and so much more. Linnette believes in customer service and makes it her top priority. You will find Linnette professional, friendly, energetic and always on call for your needs.
Linnette brings over 10 years of real estate commercial, marketing and residential experience to the table. Before joining Prudential, Linnette was a Team Leader and Platinum Club Top Producer with ZipRealty. Linnette dabbled in the dot.com market as a marketing manager for A.T. Kearney Procurement Solutions. Linnette also has commercial real estate experience with CB Richard Ellis, Denver. Linnette graduated with honors in Finance from Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo and Campolindo high school in Moraga.
As the Top Producer with over 150 transactions in three years, 99% of her customers have been completely satisfied. Linnette's clients trust her diverse experience to direct their most important real estate transactions; they value advice and direction that come from years of relationship-building in the real estate community, and a career of hardened sales experience.
I believe in service and professional advice both online and in person. It is so very important to be as educated as possible when it comes to putting in your offer or listing your home in today's changing market. You need any and all competitive advantages you can get.
As a native of the East Bay, I take pride in the Bay Area and love sharing my local knowledge with people new to the area. My approach to real estate is to build strong, lasting relationships. I do this by responding to my client's needs and following through with my promises. This enables my clients to put their trust in me. The result: They come back to work with me time and time again. I want all of my clients to achieve their real estate goals and I believe that the expertise, professionalism and energy I offer will make every transaction a rewarding experience. Outside of real estate, I enjoy skiing, biking, hiking, backpacking, culinary arts and the many amenities that San Francisco, the East Bay and Lake Tahoe have to offer. Send me an email or give me a call...I look forward to meeting you!
Our team is comprised of many important individuals making the process smooth and seamless:
*Associate Broker - Linnette Edwards
*Transaction Coordinator - Pam Windle
*Recommended lenders and financial experts - Lara, Jill and Chris (ask me about them!)
*Personal Assistant - Olga Edwards
*Senior Broker- Regina Englehart
*Marketing Assistant - Tammy Brown
*Webmaster - Emil
See Linnette on LinkedIn! http://www.linkedin.com/in/myhousingguide
Credentials: Associate Broker, Top 20 in all of Prudential CA, NV, TX Realty, Diamond Club, Chairman's Circle, Member of Presidential Advisory Board, New Hire Instructor and Team Leader, Women's Council of Realtor's Panel Speaker, iSuceed Mentor, Published in RisMedia, Wall St Journal, Oakland Tribune, Founder of MyHousingGuide.
Strengths: Negotiating, Investing, Residential, Customer Service, Market Knowledge, Internet.
MyHousingGuide: As the Founder of http://www.MyHousingGuide.com, I encourage you to check out and contact us anytime. We are continuously adding the best and most up to date real estate data to help you find or sell your you home!
View all Real Estate MLS Listings in the East Bay, save your homes and searches so you receive emails the day a home is on the market, view proximity to schools and Bart. Search by Keyword for any word such as, foreclosures, short sales, fixers, motivated seller, gourmet, bay view and more. Most importantly, Educate Yourself on the Market!
About Linnette Edwards: Linnette Edwards, founder of MyHousingGuide and Associate Broker with prestigious Prudential CA Realty would love to talk to you, answer your questions, fill you in on the Bay Area market, show you homes, discuss selling your home and so much more. Linnette believes in customer service and makes it her top priority. You will find Linnette professional, friendly, energetic and always on call for your needs.
Linnette brings over 10 years of real estate commercial, marketing and residential experience to the table. Before joining Prudential, Linnette was a Team Leader and Platinum Club Top Producer with ZipRealty. Linnette dabbled in the dot.com market as a marketing manager for A.T. Kearney Procurement Solutions. Linnette also has commercial real estate experience with CB Richard Ellis, Denver. Linnette graduated with honors in Finance from Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo and Campolindo high school in Moraga.
As the Top Producer with over 150 transactions in three years, 99% of her customers have been completely satisfied. Linnette's clients trust her diverse experience to direct their most important real estate transactions; they value advice and direction that come from years of relationship-building in the real estate community, and a career of hardened sales experience.
I believe in service and professional advice both online and in person. It is so very important to be as educated as possible when it comes to putting in your offer or listing your home in today's changing market. You need any and all competitive advantages you can get.
As a native of the East Bay, I take pride in the Bay Area and love sharing my local knowledge with people new to the area. My approach to real estate is to build strong, lasting relationships. I do this by responding to my client's needs and following through with my promises. This enables my clients to put their trust in me. The result: They come back to work with me time and time again. I want all of my clients to achieve their real estate goals and I believe that the expertise, professionalism and energy I offer will make every transaction a rewarding experience. Outside of real estate, I enjoy skiing, biking, hiking, backpacking, culinary arts and the many amenities that San Francisco, the East Bay and Lake Tahoe have to offer. Send me an email or give me a call...I look forward to meeting you!
Our team is comprised of many important individuals making the process smooth and seamless:
*Associate Broker - Linnette Edwards
*Transaction Coordinator - Pam Windle
*Recommended lenders and financial experts - Lara, Jill and Chris (ask me about them!)
*Personal Assistant - Olga Edwards
*Senior Broker- Regina Englehart
*Marketing Assistant - Tammy Brown
*Webmaster - Emil
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Linnette Edwards, MyHousingGuide Founder, Assoc. Broker, Top Producer answered:
I work with MANY first time home buyers in Oakland and Berkeley and can help you out when it comes to Bank Owned homes or REO properties. I've sold many at a great deal. These are in a way foreclosures. If you wish to pursue courthouse foreclosures, I really stress that you do as much homework as possible. I have a contact who all he does is buy straight from the courthouse steps. He could keep an eye out for you if you narrow it down specifically to what you want.
In short, my recommendations are:
*Do your homework
*Track online MLS listings thru websites like Tulia, MyHousingGuide, ZipRealty and such so you can get a feel for what homes are selling for and what a *good* deal would be. Some parts of Oakland and Berkeley have more foreclosures than others (i.e. Rockridge and N. Berkeley have very little foreclosures)
*Talk to a couple lenders to find out what you can or can't afford and get Pre-approved. This is important.
*Reach out to realtors to hear their perspective (granted, it's often biased)
*Network with other investors to find out about hot properties
*Align yourself with a professional (realtor, attorney, investor) - BE CAREFUL! - Foreclosures can be a slippery slope for first-time home buyers.
Feel free to contact me anytime!! I love working with first-time homebuyers.
In short, my recommendations are:
*Do your homework
*Track online MLS listings thru websites like Tulia, MyHousingGuide, ZipRealty and such so you can get a feel for what homes are selling for and what a *good* deal would be. Some parts of Oakland and Berkeley have more foreclosures than others (i.e. Rockridge and N. Berkeley have very little foreclosures)
*Talk to a couple lenders to find out what you can or can't afford and get Pre-approved. This is important.
*Reach out to realtors to hear their perspective (granted, it's often biased)
*Network with other investors to find out about hot properties
*Align yourself with a professional (realtor, attorney, investor) - BE CAREFUL! - Foreclosures can be a slippery slope for first-time home buyers.
Feel free to contact me anytime!! I love working with first-time homebuyers.
Linnette Edwards, MyHousingGuide Founder, Assoc. Broker, Top Producer answered:
Hi there! Oh yes, there are many!!! You can view them athttp:// www.MyHousingGuide.com Just select the city and the in the drop down menu the year built. I put in 2005 and 6 new homes came up. There are also new developments in the area offering buyer incentives. Here is a new link to a new development by Schapell called Mosaic at Gail Ranch. There is room for movement on the prices. You can view it at: http://www.shapellnc.com/communities/index.cfm?community_id=294 Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or want more details.
Linnette Edwards, MyHousingGuide Founder, Assoc. Broker, Top Producer answered:
Hello Josh,
I concur with both Eric and Jed. I recommend first talking to your own agent and, if you don’t have one, the listing agent to get more details on the Home Owner's Association and what the HOA fee includes (i.e. hazard insurance, common area maintenance, street maintenance, etc...). This will give you a much clearer idea as to the need for the HOA dues. I would also ask the agent if the public records show it's a SFR or Condo. Any agent should also be able to look this information up for you.
In terms of your home search, I've noticed that Oakland is the softest of all three markets. There are some great condos/lofts in great areas within your price range. And for SFR homes, there are some nice/clean neighborhoods to keep an eye out for. Berkeley and Alameda will be a bit tougher to find...but with diligence it's doable. Check outhttp:// www.MyHousingGuide.com, www.movoto.com and/orhttp:// www.ziprealty.com to do your searches. You should save a search so you receive automatic emails for when new homes within your search criteria come on the market.
Feel free to contact me anytime with questions!
I concur with both Eric and Jed. I recommend first talking to your own agent and, if you don’t have one, the listing agent to get more details on the Home Owner's Association and what the HOA fee includes (i.e. hazard insurance, common area maintenance, street maintenance, etc...). This will give you a much clearer idea as to the need for the HOA dues. I would also ask the agent if the public records show it's a SFR or Condo. Any agent should also be able to look this information up for you.
In terms of your home search, I've noticed that Oakland is the softest of all three markets. There are some great condos/lofts in great areas within your price range. And for SFR homes, there are some nice/clean neighborhoods to keep an eye out for. Berkeley and Alameda will be a bit tougher to find...but with diligence it's doable. Check outhttp:// www.MyHousingGuide.com, www.movoto.com and/orhttp:// www.ziprealty.com to do your searches. You should save a search so you receive automatic emails for when new homes within your search criteria come on the market.
Feel free to contact me anytime with questions!
Linnette Edwards, MyHousingGuide Founder, Assoc. Broker, Top Producer answered:
If you find difficulty with finding a realtor to take you seriously, I would take it into your own hands and start saving searches online so you start receiving emails the day a home in your price range and search criteria comes on the market. It's a great way to stay on top of the market. A couple places in SF you receive auto email listings:
*www.Movoto.com
*www.ZipRealty.com
Although you might get call/emails from realtors at these websites, it does offer great search functionality.
If you are open to the East Bay, check outhttp:// www.MyHousingGuide.com I'm the founder and would be happy to help and advise you.
Good luck!
Linnette
*www.Movoto.com
*www.ZipRealty.com
Although you might get call/emails from realtors at these websites, it does offer great search functionality.
If you are open to the East Bay, check outhttp:// www.MyHousingGuide.com I'm the founder and would be happy to help and advise you.
Good luck!
Linnette
Linnette Edwards, MyHousingGuide Founder, Assoc. Broker, Top Producer answered:
I grew up in Moraga, adjacent to Orinda, and currently sell in Orinda. I KNOW the schools are excellent! I can put you in touch with clients that have kids in the school district as well as teachers in Orinda. Feel free to contact me anytime and pick my brain.
Specialties
Strengths: Negotiating, Investing, Residential, Customer Service, Market Knowledge, Internet, First-Time Home Buyers and Sellers
Certifications & Awards
Top Producer Qualifications & Stats
Prudential Diamond Club 2006-2007
Prudential Chairman's Circle 2006-2007
Former ZipRealty Team Leader
Former ZipRealty Platinum Club
Top 20 out of 3,500 in all of Prudential California, Nevada & Texas
Prudential Prospecting Teacher for all CA New Hires
Member of Prudential President Advisory Board
Avererage 30 sales per year
#1 Sales agent for all of N. California at ZipRealty
#1 Orinda Agent out of the Prudential Office
#1 City I do business in is Oakland
Two Time Panelist for Women's Council of Realtors 2007
Submitted by Prudential for 30 Under 30 for Realtor Magazine
Featured in Broker Agent Magazine as Rising Star
Interviewed and Broadcast with Isucceed
Featured in Wall Streat Journal Online
Prudential Diamond Club 2006-2007
Prudential Chairman's Circle 2006-2007
Former ZipRealty Team Leader
Former ZipRealty Platinum Club
Top 20 out of 3,500 in all of Prudential California, Nevada & Texas
Prudential Prospecting Teacher for all CA New Hires
Member of Prudential President Advisory Board
Avererage 30 sales per year
#1 Sales agent for all of N. California at ZipRealty
#1 Orinda Agent out of the Prudential Office
#1 City I do business in is Oakland
Two Time Panelist for Women's Council of Realtors 2007
Submitted by Prudential for 30 Under 30 for Realtor Magazine
Featured in Broker Agent Magazine as Rising Star
Interviewed and Broadcast with Isucceed
Featured in Wall Streat Journal Online
Interests
Ah, this is the fun part!
Outside of real estate, I enjoy skiing, biking, hiking, backpacking, culinary arts and the many amenities that San Francisco, the East Bay and Lake Tahoe have to offer.
I love what I do and love the people I meed and help out!
Check me out on Yelp!: http://www.yelp.com/biz/myhousingguide-oakland
Outside of real estate, I enjoy skiing, biking, hiking, backpacking, culinary arts and the many amenities that San Francisco, the East Bay and Lake Tahoe have to offer.
I love what I do and love the people I meed and help out!
Check me out on Yelp!: http://www.yelp.com/biz/myhousingguide-oakland
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