by Gagner | Aug 14, 2013 | Real Estate News
Just 44% of California residents could afford the median-priced home in the first quarter, a real estate group’s index says. The chance of finding affordable housing in California is dwindling as median home prices and interests rates continue to rise—fast....
by Gagner | Aug 14, 2013 | Real Estate News
In June, 58% of the sales in the state were made in all-cash, according to a report by RealtyTrac. But it’s not just Nevada. All-cash deals in Florida comprised 57% of home sales during the month; in the state of New York, it was 51%, and in Vermont, a whopping 80%....
by Gagner | Aug 13, 2013 | Real Estate News
On Tuesday, August 6, 2013, President Barack Obama spoke about the new Congressional proposal to shut down Frannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government-run behemoth mortgage companies that were rescued by a $187 billion taxpayer bailout during the financial...
by Gagner | Aug 7, 2013 | Real Estate News
Just 44% of California residents could afford the median-priced home in the first quarter, a real estate group’s index says. The chance of finding affordable housing in California is dwindling as median home prices and interests rates continue to...
by Gagner | Jul 18, 2013 | Uncategorized
As part of our partnership with Habitat for Humanity, Bridge Realty has pledged a fundraising goal of $2,500 to directly benefit the Carter Work Project. These funds will help buy land, labor and supplies that build the homes for families in need. With your donation,...
by Gagner | Jun 22, 2013 | Uncategorized
With so many active real estate agents in San Jose, how do you know which one will provide the best service and net you the maximum offer for your Cambrian home? Generally, it is recommended that you interview at least 3 active agents in your particular area and...
by Gagner | Mar 27, 2013 | Before Photos, Sellers, Uncategorized
Here is a story about how one person made a great profit in Cambrian real estate with some extra cash and a small amount of effort. A previous blog of mine spoke to the hot condo market that exists in Cambrian today, and this posting takes it a step further by...
by Gagner | Mar 9, 2013 | Uncategorized
Ever watch “Flip this House” or any other TV reality show that illustrates real estate developers making huge returns on home remodels? It is true that there are big profit opportunities in flipping real estate, however just like any other investment opportunity,...
by Gagner | Feb 26, 2013 | Uncategorized
If you have been reading the papers lately, you’ve probably heard that banks have started avoiding foreclosures, and are electing to either help home-owners do loan modifications (refinances and lender workouts) or a short sale. Why is this? It is primarily driven...
by Gagner | Feb 20, 2013 | Uncategorized
If you are somebody trying to buy a Cambrian house to live in, you’ve probably found yourself in a frustrating competition with buyers that have “all cash”. Why do they always seem to get the deals, even though their offers are often not the highest one? The answer...
