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Renting? Want ot Buy a Home? Don't Wait! It is now less costly than you might think.
25 March 09 10:08 AM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
You've been renting. You dream of one day owning a home, but just can't see it happening in the near future. Why? Because you've heard that banks aren't loaning money. You've heard that you need 20% down to qualify. You've heard Read More...
Hidden Home Defects to Watch For
09 April 07 08:39 PM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
No home is flawless, but certain physical problems can be expensive. Watch for: Water leaks . Look for stains on ceilings and near the baseboards, especially in basements or attics. Shifting foundations . Look for large cracks along the home’s foundation. Read More...
7 Steps to Preparing for an Open House
05 April 07 07:48 PM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
1. Hire a cleaning service. A spotlessly clean home is essential; dirt will turn off a prospect faster than anything. 2. Mow your lawn, and be sure toys and yard equipment are put away. 3. Serve cookies, coffee, and soft drinks. It creates a welcoming Read More...
10 Ways to Make Your Home Irresistible at an Open House
05 April 07 07:42 PM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
1. Put fresh or silk flowers in principal rooms for a touch of color. 2. Add a new shower curtain, fresh towels, and new guest soaps to every bath. 3. Set out potpourri or fresh baked goods for a homey smell. 4. Set the table with pretty dishes and candles. Read More...
7 Reasons to Own Your Own Home
04 April 07 07:09 PM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
Tax breaks . The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, property taxes you pay, and some of the costs involved in buying your home. Gains . Between 1998 and 2002, national home prices increased at an average of 5.4 percent Read More...
10 Ways to Make Your House More Salable
28 March 07 07:34 PM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
1. Get rid of clutter. Throw out or file stacks of newspapers and magazines. Pack away most of your small decorative items. Store out-of-season clothing to make closets seem roomier. Clean out the garage. 2. Wash your windows and screens to let more light Read More...
Tips for Holding a Yard Sale
25 March 07 07:09 PM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
Hold a yard sale to reduce the clutter in your home and get rid of items you don’t want to move. 1. Check with your city government to see if you need a permit or license. 2. See if neighbors want to participate and have a “block” sale Read More...
10 Questions to Ask Your Condo Board
19 March 07 07:31 PM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
Before you buy, contact the condo board with the following questions. In the process, you’ll learn how responsive—and organized—its members are. 1. What percentage of units is owner-occupied? What percentage is tenant-occupied? Generally, Read More...
Common Closing Costs for Buyers
18 March 07 09:20 AM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
The lender must disclose a good faith estimate of all settlement costs. A check to cover your closing costs will probably have to be a cashier’s check. The title company or other entity conducting the closing will tell you the required amount for: Read More...
6 Creative Ways to Afford a Home
18 March 07 09:13 AM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
If your income and savings are making homebuying a challenge, consider these options. 1. Investigate local, state, and national downpayment assistance programs. These programs give loans or grants to cover all or part of your required downpayment. National Read More...
Wow! What an awesome house! What an awesome day!
17 March 07 04:06 PM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
Hi folks, I am a Broker who doesn't hold a lot of open houses personally. Today, a fantastic agent offered me the opportunity to do so, and I held one open. I have to say, I had a blast. As a Broker, it is useful to be reminded about what the average Read More...
Open House Tomorrow (3/17/07) in Union City
16 March 07 07:28 PM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
30201 Aragon Place, Union City, CA 94587, will be open Saturday, 3/17/07 from 1 to 4 p.m. This is an absolute beauty in a gated community. It is an Entertainer's Delight! There are Marble and Hardwood floors throughout. 1 Bedroom and Bathroom are Read More...
You are invited to a First Time Homebuyers Seminar!
13 March 07 02:21 PM | Derick Drumm | 2 Comments   
A lot of people think that it takes a lot of money to purchase their first home. This seminar will show you that it takes a lot less money than you think. Location: 39500 Stevenson Place, Suite 208, Fremont CA 94539 When: Tuesday, March 20th, 2007 from Read More...
Is your agent a Realtor®?
11 March 07 02:17 PM | Derick Drumm | 0 Comments   
You don’t know what you don’t know. Do you agree with this statement? Most people do. So do you know if the agent you are working with is a Realtor ® ? No? Should you care? Yes! Folks, a Realtor ® is a Real Estate Professional that Read More...
Use a Realtor® or You'll be Sorry (Really!)
05 February 07 03:17 PM | Derick Drumm | 2 Comments   
Folks, if you get nothing else from us, please get this: use a Realtor ® . I have had too many conversations with people who did not and were sorry. Realtors ® subscribe to a code of ethics which goes way beyond the law. In short (and only in Read More...