Dec. 14, 2011 |
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Hello from Janis and Thea!
While Mick and I were in Hawaii at our condo trying to relax, Thea and Shaya held down the fort for us back in San Francisco. For the most part we got to hang out though we did spend our first day shopping for a new dish washer. Things just don't last in high humidity.
The market report for November is up, and the really good news is that single family homes under $2M still continue to sell, on average, OVER the asking price.
The market is active, at least for the properties that are still on the market. Interest rates continue to be low even though the limit for the conforming loans was reduced to $625,500. Be vocal to your government representatives so that those of us in higher priced areas can still get the advantage of the best interest rates. Loan qualification continues to be a challenge but there is some movement on more flexibility in underwriting. Again, let your voice be heard by those who make the rules so our economy can grow and all of us can do better.
The Holidays are a time to spend with family and friends and help those who are less fortunate. My father often said to me “I never heard anyone on their death bed say: “I wish I had worked harder”-but they do say “I wish I had spent more time with my family and friends”. May you enjoy every minute with those you care for and who care for you.
If you are looking for a special place to buy, there is a great project of custom “green” homes in the foothills of the Sierra. Check it out… go to www.redappleranch.com
REMEMBER... If you are MOVING or KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS, we have GREAT AGENTS to whom we can refer with confidence! If you or someone you know needs to buy or sell property somewhere else in the country, keep us in mind. In return for the lead, we'll give you a chance to win our Rewards contest for a weekend in Tahoe. And you agents out there across the country receiving this newsletter are on our referral list for your area!
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Special Rates on Vacation Rentals
ANYTIME is the perfect time for visiting Lake Tahoe. Our Lake View condo -- a lovely 2 bedroom, 2 bath condominium available for rent in Tahoe City at Tahoe Marina Lodge, a lake front complex, is in Tahoe City and great for water activities or hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter. Our unit has panoramic lake and mountain views yet is within walking distance to shops and restaurants. Tahoe is an excellent place to get away from the fast pace of city life and enjoy nature. This is the condominium we use for our Rewards for RE-ferrals.
Hawaii is another perfect getaway. Steps from the beach on the Big Island of Hawaii is our fabulous 3 bedroom, 3 and 1/2 bath beach front condo at Kolea in the Waikoloa Beach Resort available for rent with ocean views and steps from the "A" Bay beach. Kolea is a gated community close to all of the amenities of Waikoloa-- swim with the dolphins, golf, swim, snorkel or just enjoy the sun. Send us an e-mail or call for details on special rates if you book with us directly!
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From our Friends, Family and Clients
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As you can see the beach is starting to recover from the tsunami. We were told the entire beach was wiped out after the disaster, but it is quickly returning to its former beauty. There was no surfing this trip, but Mick was pleased that there was a lot of golf and many days at the beach! |
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Janis is looking stylish in her beach attire. Our trip included a ride on the glass bottom boat to look at the coral and wide range of fishes in "A" Bay, just steps from our condo at Kolea. |
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Turtles are plentiful in this area of the bay and are often seen sunning themselves on this beach. Please send your interesting tidbits to mick@sfresidence.com. We would love
to share them with our friends.
Mick Orton - Marketing Manager
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Interest Rates
We have a new trusted advisor, Michael Divita who is eager to help you with your mortgage needs. He publishes a weekly mortgage report which is updated every Tuesday.
With all the turmoil in the stock and bond markets, mortgage rates change day to day! However, interest rates have been very low for a long time. Now might be the time to take advantage of them!
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| Sales Activity | |
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Live the carefree North Beach lifestyle in this classic San Francisco Condominium. Stroll just a short distance to enjoy all of the restaurants, night clubs, neighborhood stores and diversity that North Beach has to offer. Edwardian style building has classic detailed moldings, beautiful hardwood floors, 2 decorative fireplaces, 3 bedrooms, split bath, large eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, back porch with view of Coit Tower and a common patio to enjoy the BBQ. |
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Middle unit in the building above. A spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bath condo with 2 car parking. There are some City and Bay views. Hardwood floors with a remodeled kitchen and bath. |
| SALE PENDING | |
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Wonderful mid-century modern style home in a park like setting across from Midtown Terrace playground and recreation center. Walking distance to award winning Clarendon School. Spacious open floor plan with 3 bedrooms 2 baths all on the main level. Large common rooms with surround sound perfect for entertaining. Beautifully remodeled kitchen with Viking and Miele appliances, counter seating and family den with an outdoor deck off the kitchen. Situated on a large corner lot with amazing landscaped front and rear yard with irrigation and lighting. Lower level houses a 2 car garage, laundry, wine cellar, storage room and studio In-law with separate entrance. |
| SOLD | |
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Marina Home Developer Opportunity |
| See you next month! | |
| Janis Stone DRE# 00517072 |
Thea Miller DRE# 01382829 |
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