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Comment on If my real estate purchase offer is accepted, when will they cash my check? by Mary Pope-Handy

Mary Pope-Handy — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:26:31 +0000

Thanks Thesa! Great to hear from you – your clients in central Oregon are very lucky to have you as an advocate!

Comment on If my real estate purchase offer is accepted, when will they cash my check? by Thesa Chambers

Thesa Chambers — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:09:14 +0000

This is a frequently asked question in my neck of the woods too… it amazes me how many people do not realize that the check will be cashed. It is a conversation we have from the beginning and yet still many buyers do not understand this… good for you to explain it, in simple English.

Comment on What Do You Need to Know About Disclosures when Buying or Selling a Home in California? by Buy Things

Buy Things — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:43:05 +0000

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Comment on Three Historic Japanese Gardens in the Saratoga, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno Area by tater

tater — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:42:11 +0000

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Comment on New short sale law in California – short sale lawsuits are coming! by Mary Pope-Handy

Mary Pope-Handy — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 02:31:51 +0000

I am so sorry, I don’t know any attorneys in Fresno…

Comment on New short sale law in California – short sale lawsuits are coming! by Marlena Wilkens

Marlena Wilkens — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:47:40 +0000

This may not be the best place to ask this, but, I need Fresno attorney and I can’t figure out where to look….

Comment on Why are those Silicon Valley HOA dues so high? by Mary Pope-Handy

Mary Pope-Handy — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:58:40 +0000

Hi Roger,

I’m sorry, but no, I don’t. A few rules of thumb:

Typically the lowest fees come with the fewest amenities: no pool, rec room, tennis court, or private roads or parking lots to maintain. Sometimes new construction has really low HOA fees but those are sometimes artificially low and later there will be a need for a big dues increase, a special assessment or both. Duet homes often have lower HOA fees but higher prices. Townhouses are often less expensive than condos.

My biggest concern with any HOA right now is the % of defaults by other members. Eventually that can really cost you.

Comment on Why are those Silicon Valley HOA dues so high? by Roger Hunter

Roger Hunter — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 18:23:02 +0000

Do you have a list of the lowest HOA fees in San Jose that are not for seniors.

Comment on Rebuilding “Little Italy” in San Jose – La Piccola L’Italia by Mary Pope-Handy

Mary Pope-Handy — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 01:28:16 +0000

You are very welcome – this is a great cause, glad I can help a little!

Comment on Rebuilding “Little Italy” in San Jose – La Piccola L’Italia by Joshua DeVincenzi Melander

Joshua DeVincenzi Melander — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 00:42:02 +0000

Thank you for your support of Little Italy San Jose and for helping spread the word for our project. Joshua DeVincenzi Melander – Executive Director Little Italy San Jose

Comment on The Willow Glen Area of San Jose – Real Estate Market Update by Strata Recipe

Strata Recipe — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 13:54:51 +0000

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Comment on What are most listings paying to the buyer’s agent in San Jose? What is the commission rate offered? by Mary Pope-Handy

Mary Pope-Handy — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 01:09:43 +0000

Vicki somehow I never saw your comment before today, I am really sorry for my delay in thanking you for stopping by and affirming what I said. You are 100% right! Always nice to hear from you…

Mary

Comment on What Do You Need to Know About Disclosures when Buying or Selling a Home in California? by Real Estate Training Courses

Real Estate Training Courses — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 23:05:21 +0000

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Comment on Relocating to Silicon Valley? A Few Tips! by Mary Pope-Handy

Mary Pope-Handy — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:40:46 +0000

You got it! Sorry for my really slow response – I was at a Realtor convention in southern California and am now home & getting caught up…

Mary

Comment on Relocating to Silicon Valley? A Few Tips! by Eboney

Eboney — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 06:04:44 +0000

Can you forward me a relocation package? My work will be in Sunnyvale, and I’m looking for a family friendly neighborhood with good schools and high walkability.

Thank you,

Eboney