Showing posts with label Oakland. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Oakland. Show all posts

Thursday, February 15, 2018

Bay Area January Home Sales Slow, Not Because of Financial Volatility but Lack of Supply

From The Pacific Union blog:
Bay Area home sales and inventory dropped year over year in January, while prices rose by double-digit percentage points.  Get an in-depth analysis of the latest market conditions from Pacific Union Chief Economist Selma Hepp.  http://bit.ly/2obkNCL . For more info on the latest Bay Area housing market, call FRITZ.

Saturday, January 20, 2018

Today’s Smart Home Gets Smarter (and Weirder) at Annual CES Show

From the Pacific Union blog:
There was a smart refrigerator and a television that rolls up like a yoga mat.  There was a $20,000 mattress with a mind of its own and wallpaper empedded with LED panels.  There was a hands-free suitcase that follows you through thr airport, a talking toilet and enough robots to organize themselves into an invading army (yikes!).  In other words, it was another typical Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas! Welcome to the complete techno life!  For help with making your new home or your former home tech savy and all your real estate needs, call FRITZ.



Monday, January 8, 2018

Real Estate Roundup: Peace of Mind Is the Biggest Benefit of Smart-Home Technologies


From the Pacific Union blog:
Smart Home Gifts Help Americans Tune into the Latest Technologies!
Homeowners frequently adopt smart-home devices after receiving them as gifts and an overwhelming majority say that it enhances their sense of well-being.  Contact FRITZ for more on all your real estate needs.



Tuesday, September 19, 2017

The Best Bay Area Fall 2017 Events

Just because summer is ending doesn't mean there aren't plenty of things to do across the Bay Area and the Lake Tahoe region.  We've curated a list of the many festivals and events recommended by our local offices.  Find our suggestions online at http://pacunion.us/2vQxFFj .  For help with all your real estate needs, call FRITZ.



Wednesday, June 21, 2017

The Bay Area's Five Fastest Appreciating (and Depreciating) Housing Markets

From the Pacific Union blog:  Home prices rocketed up about 30 percent year over year in the first four months of 2017 in one Marin County community, while they fell by about the same amount in a trendy San Francisco enclave.  Find out which 10 Bay Area ZIP codes experienced the largest housing price gains and losses.  Details are online at http://pacunion.us/2t5Sjw6 .


Friday, March 31, 2017

Looking for More Living Space? Look Up!

From the Pacific Union blog:
Many homeowners feeling cramped in their current quarters may be overlooking some extra living space that is right above their heads -- in the attic.  Homeowners with an unfinished attic have a viable option when they want more room.  Remodeling an attic may be easier and more cost-effective than renovating a basement and it's a lot simpler than building an addition.
Read more: http://bit.ly/2mXdDVe



Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Election Outcome and Rising Mortgage Rates Temporarily Slow Bay Area Home Sales

From the Pacific Union blog:
Home sales across the Bay Area declined more than usual in the final month of 2016.  Pacific Union Chief Economist Selma Hepp takes a look behind the numbers in her latest analysis.  Read the full story at http://pacunion.us/2j0KMsO

Friday, December 9, 2016

Keep Your Home and Loved Ones Safe This Holiday Season


From the Pacific union blog:
Keep Your Home and Loved Ones Safe This Holiday Season.
The upcoming holiday season is a joyous time, but it presents some unique challenges, too.  Take care to keep you and your loved ones safe in the coming weeks.  Read more at http://pacunion.us/2gQbkw
For information on this and all your real estate needs, call FRITZ.

Sunday, October 23, 2016

Real Estate Roundup: The Bay Area Has 1 Million More Jobs Than Homes


From the Pacific Union blog:
A new report further details the Bay Area's housing supply shortage compared with job growth, just as news comes that Tesla Motors wants to add thousands of more workers in Alameda County.  Get the skinny on the housing situation and other news items at http://pacunion.us/2dT1vkK


Wednesday, September 28, 2016

The Ridge: Northern Ca's Largest Retail Development

Guaranteed to be Oakland's largest shopping and hangout spot when it opens in the fall of 2017, The Ridge just got underway with the last phase of the project that will be approximately 300,000+ sq ft when it's completed.  Read all about it at http://www.theridgeoakland.com/

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Smart Homebuyer Strategies

Courtesy Blanche Evans:
When homes are in short supply, buyers don't have the luxury of taking their time, teasing sellers with low ball offers, demanding that every little thing be fixed and shopping for homes with multiple real estate agents.  Do these five steps instead.

Make a good first impression.  When you find the home you want, send the seller a letter along with your offer outlining why you love the home.

Get pre-approved by a lender.  Not only will you know how much home you can buy, you'll be ready to make an offer quickly.

Shop within your price range.  In a seller's market, it's wise to shop for homes within or slightly below your price range.  This will give you more room to make a full price offer or above in case the home you want is in a bidding war.

Be flexible.  No home is perfect.  To get more home for your money, try to look past old or ugly finishes and visualize the home with new finishes.

Be ready.  Be ready to see a new listing at a moment's notice and be ready to make an offer.
For more information on buying and selling a home, call FRITZ.




Monday, April 11, 2016

GlassHouse Keeps Your Home in Check!

More time living at home and less time maintaining it . . . sound good?  Unless we are diligent about their upkeep, our homes are going to become worse with wear and that's just the stuff we can see.  But it's the items that you can't see that can really cost the big bucks and leave you a little shell-shocked come time to sell.  Outdated foundations, leaking roofs, water intrusion and active infestations behind walls can all lead to expensive repairs . . . a plumbing leak is problematic enough without compounding the damage by waiting too long to make the repair, but add to that ongoing small maintenenace issues like air filters, dryer vents, removing debris from gutters.  So what is the answer?  Enter, "Glasshouse" which literally manages your house for you.  For a small monthly fee, your home will have a proactive service with four quarterly maintenance visits a year--a wellness check-up if you will.  Your home will have someone checking and maintaing the working components of appliances, water heaters, HVAC system, gutters, toilets, pipes, etc.  To sign up for an appointment and find out more about this amazing service, visit https://glasshouse.com/.  For more information about all your real estate needs, call FRITZ.


Sunday, April 3, 2016

The Must-Dos Before Showing a Home

Thoughtful home staging is more than just tidying up and cleaning every room.  It could mean a quick sale and higher selling price if done right.  Here are five ways you can leave a positive impression on potential buyers.

Eliminate Clutter.  Clear the clutter from around your home.  It's easy to overlook things you see every day, so try to approach all spaces with fresh eyes.  Consider having a friend come over to help point out unnecessary items.  Larger pieces like coat racks and side tables can make a room feel smaller.

Clean Out Storage Spaces.  Make space in kitchen and bathroom cupboards, closets and other storage areas.  Pack up items you don't regularly use and put them out of sight or donate them. Leaving these area completely full may give potential buyers the impression that your home doesn't have enough storage.

Clear the Way.  Make sure potential home buyers can move through your house easily.  Remove furniture that blocks the flow of traffic or hinders sight lines.

Remove Personal Items.  Family pictures, children's artwork and other personal items should be removed to avoid distraction.  Personal belongings can also make it hard for potential buyers to imagine themselves living in the house.

Remember Curb Appeal.  Make a strong first impression by sprucing up your front yard and entryway.  Replace the house numbers and exterior light fixtures if necessary.  Keep the lawn mowed, plants maintained and free of clutter and toys.

For more information about how to sell your home fast and for the right price, contact FRITZ.

Tuesday, January 12, 2016

It's Never Too Late for New Year's Real Estate Resolutions


From the Pacific Union blog:
The year 2016 is already more than a week old, but it's never too late to adopt a smart set of resolutions to help guide you through the year ahead.  Whether you are a home buyer or a seller---or might become one or the other over the course of the year---take a look at Pacific Union's roundup of real estate resolutions for the new year.  They're online at http://pacunion.us/1mH6h3G.  Contact FRITZ for all your real estate needs.

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Dining, Shopping, and Prime Location Make Oakland’s Grand Lake a Hot Destination

From the Pacific Union blog:
As in other highly walkable and vibrant East Bay neighborhoods, demand for real estate in Oakland's Grand Lake remains intense, driving up home prices and ensuring speedy sales.

Grand Lake enjoys a favorable, central location just north of Interstate 580, a perk for residents who commute via car.  Downtown Oakland and the 19th Street BART station are about two miles away and accessible via several bus lines.  AC Transit also offers trans-bay service to downtown San Francisco via the B and NL routes, both of which make stops in the neighborhood's heart . . . read more . . .  For information about real estate in the Grand lake area and other areas of the East Bay, call FRITZ.

Wednesday, January 7, 2015

Oakland Restaurant Week January 2015


Oakland restaurant week is January 15th - 25th.  This is your chance to try some of your favorite restaurants and create some new favorites all for awesome deals.  For more details and a list of participating restaurants, read more . . . Bon appetit!

Sunday, November 23, 2014

2066 Drake Drive, Oakland



Newly listed, this updated mid century modern home is beautifully remodeled with an open concept floor plan, gorgeous kitchen and luxurious baths.  The home also features 2 master suites, a huge family room with fireplace, a level court yard and sweeping canyon views all just a few blocks from Montclair Village.  Offered at $849.000.  Call FRITZ for all the details on this home or for any of your real estate needs.  Open Sunday, 11/23, 2-4:30.

Friday, May 30, 2014

50 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Oakland

Oakland is a very special place, a cultural capital with unlimited potential.  Read about the 50 Things You Probably Didn't Know courtesy of Movoto Real Estate and for even more great info about Oakland be sure to pick up San Francisco Magazine's June issue "The Oakland Issue" devoted to all things Oakland.  See you there!

Saturday, June 1, 2013

Love Our Lake Day, Sunday, June 9th, Oakland


 

Come play in the car-free streets surrounding Lake Merritt!
Sunday, June 9th, 11am-4pm
Enjoy live music and games while walking and biking around the lake! There will be salsa dancing, belly dancing, Taiko drumming, martial arts performances, sports games, free bike rentals, bike rodeo, hula hooping, pedal and paddle on the lake and much more.  See you there!  For more information, click here.


 

Sunday, May 26, 2013

145 Agnes Street, Oakland, CA.


This custom built Mediterranean home is set on a premier hilltop parcel in Upper Rockridge with dramatic views of San Francisco Bay, hills and beyond.

This exceptional home features soaring ceilings and window wrapped open living and entertaining areas, a fabulous gourmet kitchen and a master suite fit for a king! The sweeping view terraces access a beautiful level out yard with a vine covered pergola and patio perfect for alfresco dining, entertaining and relaxing.  Located in a top rated school district, this 5 bedroom, 4 bath executive dream home is close to world class restaurants, shopping, parks and transportation. Make this your dream home come true!  Offered at $1,195,000. http://www.145agnes.com/