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I can provide information on the buying and selling of residential homes. I am knowledgeable regarding distressed property sales including short sales and bank owned (REO) transactions. I know the greater San Jose area well and specialize in local markets like Willow Glen, Blossom Hill, Santa Teresa, Rose Garden, Campbell, and downtown San Jose. My passion is for green and green remodeling of homes.I work with clients utilizing staging and the internet to maximize their buying and selling power. I do not handle commercial real estate or handle 1031 exchanges for residential real estate.
Over 7 years in the real estate arena, representing buyers, sellers, investors, distressed property owners. Experience in short sales, REOs, and equity sales and purchases.
National Association of REALTORS(R) California Association of REALTORS (R) Santa Clara County Association of REALTORS (R) Womens' Council of REALTORS (R)
Mercury News and KRON San Jose TV News Channel
Bachelors in Business Management REALTOR(R), Senior Real Estate Specialist, green certified, Certified Distressed Property Expert, Certified HAFA Specialist
References provided upon request
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If you purchase with all cash, there is no issue with you simply being on title. If you purchase and borrow money through a lender you will need to obtain a power of attorney signed by your husband or
Alan - The seller has the right to set the time periods to review offers, has the right to refuse offers, and can accept offers based on what they believe is the best offer in regards to price, terms
"n" - Yes, California has been hit hard by foreclosures. Certainly, Northern California has also see its fair share of foreclosures with foreclosure sales making up 10-20% of sales over the last 4
Vic - A quit claim deed would remove your name off the title. However, there is no way to pull your name off the mortgage without refinancing. Therefore, you would still be responsible for the debt
Michael - The master bath sounds like a great addition. I added a sun room to my home in spite of ROI for just the same reason; I wanted extra space. I also considered going with artificial grass
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