When you fall behind on your mortgage payments on your Oakland home, it can feel like you’re drowning in debt. Even if you’re able to make your monthly payment, catching up on a past due balance can be an overwhelming challenge. There are a few options that can help you to avoid foreclosure in Oakland and … Continued
Is it still a buyer’s market today in Oakland? As experts in the Oakland real estate market, we get asked this question a lot. The answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. The State of the Market for Buyers in Oakland CA First off, it really depends on the property type and location. Single-family … Continued
Hiring a real estate agent in Oakland can be frustrating. So what are the steps on how to find a good real estate agent in Oakland? Many local large real estate brokers will spend thousands of dollars each month to ensure that their agents are the most visible, whether it be online, in the Yellow Pages, … Continued
With millions of homes across the country going into foreclosure, it’s important for both buyers and mortgage holders to understand the process. So what is a pre-foreclosure in Oakland anyway? Many homeowners across America and Oakland are facing difficulties making their monthly mortgage payments. When a homeowner misses 3-6 months of mortgage payments, the lending institution will … Continued
While the housing market is rebounding, many people in Oakland] are still struggling to make their mortgage payments. If you’re underwater on your home, or having trouble keeping up with your monthly mortgage payments, you could be fearful that your mortgage provider is going to foreclose. Thankfully, there are a number of things that you can do … Continued
Multi-family real estate investment is a wise investment move for even the beginner investor. These properties offer a multitude of benefits which make them an attractive option for your real estate portfolio, even for a first time “home buyer.” Due to the density of population that can reside in multi-family real estate, it is considered … Continued
Inspections and appraisals can be a huge part of the process when selling your house in Oakland. Real estate transactions can be quite complicated, so it is important to understand the process in order to make the best financial decisions. Read on to find out what home sellers need to know about inspections and appraisals … Continued
Home ownership just isn’t what it was in the 1950’s. In the past, people would buy a home and live there for the rest of their lives, often passing it on to their family. Things have changed. Many first-time homebuyers are going into it with the attitude that they’ll sell when it’s time for a change. If … Continued
Many people have already made decisions about every feature of their perfect home. Regrettably, many often purchase land before spending as much time understanding how the location can have unexpected and sometimes very expensive consequences. When it comes to buying land, ignorance is not bliss. We’ll explore 5 things you should know about buying land … Continued
Ready to sell? Now the tough part, understanding how to determine home values in Oakland. Sellers often get caught up in memories that were created and attach an emotional value to the home. It can make the determination of the value an extremely difficult process and also result in the home being priced far out … Continued
If you’re wondering about the ins and outs of selling your home during a divorce in Oakland CA… we’ll dive into the steps and things to look out for in this article. With over 50% of American marriages ending in divorce, many Oakland CA residents are looking or advice for selling a home during a divorce. … Continued
Buying mobile homes in Oakland can help you to rapidly grow your portfolio. While the average investor may never have given much consideration to mobile homes, they can actually serve quite well as a launching pad to get your real estate investment business off of the ground. Mobile homes differ from conventional real estate in … Continued
Foreclosure can make it seem impossible to ever buy a house again. The impact of the process can be devastating, long-lasting, and touch your life in a variety of negative ways. While you may believe you are destined to be a renter for the rest of your life, foreclosure doesn’t have to mean that buying … Continued
A recent study estimates that 47% of foreclosed properties are still occupied. When you first see that stat you may be surprised… but we’re not. What most people don’t realize is that banks aren’t in the business to own homes. They are in the business to loan people money. But when they have to foreclose … Continued
Buying a fixer-upper property is a big decision. Naturally, every investor wants to find a bargain, especially when it comes to an investment as large as purchasing real estate. While everyone’s dream of real estate investing may be different, the trouble with fixer-uppers differs little, despite which type of property you invest in, they share … Continued
