HOA Dues: Junk Fees or Good Budgeting?
Many people are under the belief that paying the HOA Dues is like throwing money out the window. I am not sure so let’s review the costs of Home Ownership that is covered under the HOA Dues.
The following costs are approximate present day costs for a 1200 square foot home and a 2 Bedroom Bay Area Condo Read more
Market Analysis – Taking stock of what’s right with the United States
“Taking stock of what’s right with the United States” is an article that Dean Rizzi forwarded to us all. It is a fascinating article in that it outlines and takes note of 10 positive and great things about our country. With the current wall street market in a tizzy and the election mud slinging dominating the air waves not to mention the economic and housing crisis, it is easy to lose sight and forget that we live in a great country. Because this is an election year….a brighter and more positive direction for our country would be nice as well. Read more
That House Costs HOW Much?
During my mall shifts at Serramonte & Tanforan Shopping Centers, I often interact with people who are just stopping by out of curiosity as to how much home prices are. The ones who own homes in this area are usually a little concerned about the value of their own homes. The ones who are renting in the area are curious to know if the prices are “at bottom” yet and if they should finally start thinking about buying a home. But it’s interesting to note the response of those who are visiting from out of town or even from another country. Their response goes something like this, “That house costs HOW much?”
Election 2008
Election 2008
Election Day 2008 is just around the corner. Nationally this is a very important election. Locally it is also. Many Bay Area school districts have measures or the ballot for a Parcel Tax. A Parcel Tax is a flat fee for each real estate parcel in the district. Seniors could opt out not to pay. These Parcel taxes generally run $75.00 -$175.00 a year and are usually for a period of time of 5-10 years. Heck it is less than a tank of gas, less than a nice dinner for two, less than my wife spends at the beauty parlor, etc. The problem is these must be passed by 2/3 of the people. Approximately 45% of our property tax presently goes towards schools. As property values fall so does the school’s funding. Read more
Appraisers… what’s their real job description?
Since when did appraisers become home inspectors? Just curious as I encountered a never before sitaution today… As my property inspector was packing up from a routine property inspection, the appraiser drove up (early I may add) to what I thought at the time was to appraise the property. Read more
Debate #3, better,worse, more of the same?
Did you watch #3, I thought for the most part, just more of the same, McCain’s mention of the Fed buying up all the bad mortgages got my interest. Health care has been an issue for as long as I can remember, and other than a lot of the usual he said, no he said, and what I thought was a bit of rudeness on McCain’s part nothing changed my mind about either one of them. How about you, any new thoughts since #2
San Bruno Coats for Kids Program…Share the Warmth!
Parents often tell their children that one of the best ways to remain grateful is to remember those less fortunate than ourselves. Here’s one way to practice that and “share the warmth” with others in our community. The San Bruno Garbage Company and the City of San Bruno are having a Coats for Kids Drive throughout October. Prudential San Bruno is participating in this drive again this year and is one of the drop-off locations for clean, gently used coats through FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31st. Although this is a Coats for Kids program, all sizes will be accepted. So look through your closets and don’t miss this opportunity to help someone stay warm this winter!
Coats will be distributed on November 20th.
You can drop off your gently used coat or jacket at Prudential California Realty, 180 El Camino Real, San Bruno CA 94066.
For more information, see http://jeanjoh.com/page/coatsforkids2008.
The Human Cost of the Troubled Economy
Last week, I was “on the floor” answering phone calls for our company, when I received a call from someone who was interested in one of the rentals we had available. We arranged to meet the following day to look at the house of interest during his lunch hour. When we met, I was surprised to learn that this gentleman actually lived right down the street from the house we were viewing. He shared with me that he currently owned his home but that his mortgage payments had become unaffordable and that he was already several months behind. He said he had no choice but to put it on the market as a short sale, rent for a little while and hopefully try to buy a home again after a few years. He also told me about his large family and how difficult it was to be going through this process right now.
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