Posted on July 31, 2007 by Michael Novia
Daily Real Estate News | July 31, 2007 Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, whose shift into the risky mortgage market has been driven by the government’s affordable housing mandates, is faced with millions – maybe billions – in problem loans. The Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight estimates that 40.6 percent of Fannie’s portfolio, a total of [...]
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Posted on July 31, 2007 by Michael Novia
555 Natoma #6 – 1 Bed/1.5 Baths /1 Parking/1,239 Sq Ft. Days on Market: 54. Neighborhood: South of Market. List price: $668,000. Sold price: $655,000. No price reductions. Last sold on 3/12/2002 for $419,000.
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Posted on July 30, 2007 by Michael Novia
Neither the seller nor the broker can guarantee that the view which exists today will remain undisturbed in the future. Whether it is the Golden gate Bridge, the Bay or just a grove of trees on an adjoining lot, an attractive view or outlook can greatly enhance the value, desirability and enjoyment of owning real [...]
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Posted on July 30, 2007 by Michael Novia
Have you been on the San Francisco CrimeMAPS website yet? If not, be sure to check it out. It’s easy to use and offers a good snapshot of every neighborhood/street corner in the city.
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Posted on July 30, 2007 by Michael Novia
A client of mine who works as a manager at Fisher Investments brought their new website to my attention. I think it’s interesting, so I am now passing it along to you. The site includes daily commentary, today’s financial news (stories of interest/stories to ignore) along with a comment section. The site is laid out very well [...]
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Posted on July 30, 2007 by Michael Novia
701 Minnesota #105 – 2 Bed/1 Bath/1 Parking/ SQ Ft n/a. Days on Market: 12. Neighborhood: Central Waterfront. List price: $749,000. Sold price: $775,000. No price reductions. Last sold on 9/6/2000 for $565,000.
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Posted on July 27, 2007 by Michael Novia
Daily Real Estate News | July 27, 2007 Owners of a home in Marin County, Calif., are remodeling it and putting up for auction items that once belonged to the home’s previous owner, Grateful Dead guitarist Jerry Garcia. Items to be auctioned include a two-person Jacuzzi, a bidet, built-in stereo speakers and cabinets, and even the kitchen [...]
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Posted on July 27, 2007 by Michael Novia
638 Minna #5 – 1 Bed/1.5 Baths/1 Parking/848 Sq Ft. Days on Market 18. Neighborhood: South of Market. List price: $598,000. Sold price: $600,000.
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Posted on July 27, 2007 by Michael Novia
Buyers who require accurate square footage and lot size information should have the improvements measured by a qualified appraiser or other professional before removing any inspection contingencies. Representations sometimes are made by the seller or in marketing materials, the multiple listing service or in property tax records concerning the square footage of the improvements on [...]
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Posted on July 26, 2007 by Michael Novia
465 Marina Blvd – 7 Beds/5.5 Baths/2 Parking/5,303 Sq Ft. 1st time in 30 yrs!This rarely available splendid Spanish/Med Marina Blvd home has almost everything the discerning luxury home buyers demand:Golden Bridge,Alcatraz and Bay views,5300+ sq ft of living space with great layout including 7br/5&1/2 ba,fmly rm,open ktchn w/brkfst area,huge frml living rm & dining [...]
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