Facts and Trends Reports for San Leandro
March 28, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
What’s interesting about the San Leandro market right now is that Buyers are starting to come out of the woodworks. The daily/nightly news is scaring the hell out of the general public but smart investors and savvy buyers are buying properties NOW! Interest rates are low, property pricing is low and opportunity is everywhere! We haven’t seen a market this good in years! Don’t get me wrong. It’s a crappy economic market and a lot of us are hurting but you would be a fool not to buy in a down market. Read more
Obama’s 275 billion dollar housing plan
February 21, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
“When the housing market collapsed, so did the availability of credit on which our economy depends…We will help between seven and nine million families restructure or refinance their mortgages so they can avoid foreclosure,” Obama said.
The housing plan is meant to help homeowner’s who can’t afford to pay thier mortgage, sell thier properrties or refinance their properties because of declining market values. Read more
Learn How to Develop A Better Relationship With Your Finances
February 16, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Experts Share Tips to Separating Money & Emotions.
Many of us may consider our relationship with our money a “love-hate” one – but it doesn’t have to be that way. Just like any other relationship in your life, in order for it to be a success, your relationship with money requires a good attitude, consistent communication and an ongoing commitment. Lisa Caputo, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, and Linda Descano, CFA®, President and Chief Operating Officer of Women & Co., offer these tips to help you separate your money and emotions, and forge a healthier way to relate to your finances. Read more
Housing stats for Marin County 11/07/09 to 1/09/09…
February 16, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Marin county as a whole looks good but there is ALOT of inventory. You can buy property at a 45-50+% discount depending on location. In Novato condo shortsales are rampant with an average sales price of $269K (vs $515K a year ago!) San Rafael comes in at $230K (peaking at $636K in the first quarter of 2007). Mill Valley is of course still doing well holding at $968K.
Marin county as a whole has 11.6 months of inventory!! Holy cow. If you are looking for a place in Marin county but aren’t finding the right one you are not in the game and what are you waiting for? Read more
Housing stats for Contra Costa County 11/07/09 to 1/09/09…
February 15, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
The scene in Contra Costa is varied. If you go over to the LaMorinda area you’ll find the average price for a single family home ranges from $693K in Lafayette, $950 in Orinda and $1.5M in Moraga (a 31.8% increase!! The economy and housing market has NOT affected this area!)
Contra Costa has 5.3 months of inventory which is inline with a more equal market (a normal market falls between 3-4 months of inventory). Read more
Housing stats for Mill Valley 11/07/08 to 1/09/09…
February 14, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Mill Valley with its beautiful Mt. Tam surroundings, cute shops, the Depot’s square and vibrant neighborhoods still continues to do well in comparison within Marin County as a whole. As we know interest rates are still at an all time low and you can certainly buy up in Mill Valley. The average home price is 986K vs $1.5M a year and a half ago. If you can afford it its a good time to get in Mill Valley.
Housing stats for Alameda County 11/07 to 1/09…
February 13, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Down and dirty here’s the scenario. Interest rates are still low and you can buy property at a 45-50% discount (depending on location):
We have approx 5.5 months of inventory in Alameda County and the average price for a home is $379K which is a HUGE difference from the average price of $728K in late 2007. The average time it takes to sell a home today is 2 months with only 18-19% of the homes selling. Read more
Are you building wealth through real estate? These women are…
February 8, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Inspite of the economy women are making money investing in real estate. We’ve started an interview series with some amazing women. Their stories are inspiring and exhilarating and move you to action. Women like Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, Barbara Stanny, Bernice Ross and Tara Nicholle Nelson. Tamera Aragon, Carole Rodoni, Kathy Kennebunk and Heather O’brien. Read more
Dorothy Herman…market change brings new opportunities.
February 4, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
“You can build wealth in any real estate market, good or bad. The only constant is change. When the market changes, it brings new and different opportunities. You just have to be on the lookout for them. There is never a bad time to buy as long as you choose the right strategy.”
Women and Company
Women & Co. was created to address the unique needs of women as they seek more command over their personal finances. The goal? To help you feel that your money is working for you—not the other way around. Read more
