Your Weekly San Francisco Bay Area Market Update - July 24, 2024

Hello Bay Area community! Here's what the market is like this week. Please reach out if you have any questions! REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOT (based on local BridgeMLS data) Alameda County as of 7/24/2024 Months Supply of Inventory: up from last week: 2.3 months (was 2.1) - still a sellers' market # o
Read MoreOnly 10% of Americans Know They Can Put Down 5% or Less! Down Payment Options!, by JVM Lending

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Read MoreYour Weekly San Francisco Bay Area Market Update - July 17, 2024

Good morning Bay Area! Here is your latest picture. Please reach out if you have any questions! REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOT (based on local BridgeMLS data) Alameda County as of 7/17/2024 Months Supply of Inventory: same as from last week: 2.1 months # of New Properties on Market Last 7 Days: up fr
Read MoreYour Weekly Market Update, Let's have a chat! July 10, 2024

Hello everyone!Here is your latest Bay Area Market Update! As always, please let me know if you have any questions. REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOT (based on local BridgeMLS data)Alameda County as of 7/10/2024 Months Supply of Inventory: up from last week: 2.1 months (was 2) Still a Sellers' market, b
Read MoreInsight on Buying Now vs Later

BUYING NOW VS LATER...INSIGHTS ON THE NUMBERS Good morning! I wanted to share some insights on a common topic that often comes up with my clients as I love being a resource and helping my clients make informed decisions. This may help you, too. The Impact of Interest Rates on Buying a Home Scenario
Read MoreYour Weekly Market Update - July 3, 2024

Good morning everyone!Here is your latest Bay Area Market Update! As always, please let me know if you have any questions. REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOT (based on local BridgeMLS data)Alameda County as of 7/3/2024 Months Supply of Inventory: up from last week: 2 months (was 1.9) Still a Sellers' marke
Read MoreYour Weekly Market Update - June 26, 2024

REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOT (based on local BridgeMLS data) Alameda County as of 6/26/2024 - Months Supply of Inventory: 1.9 months (up from last week) Still a Sellers' market, because inventory is moving quickly - # of New Properties on Market Last 7 Days: 484 (up from last week) - # of Properties
Read MoreHappy clients, in their new Berkeley home!

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Read MoreYour Weekly Market Update - June 12, 2024

REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOT (based on local BridgeMLS data)Alameda County as of 6/12/2024- Months Supply of Inventory: 2 months (up from last week) Still a Sellers' market, because inventory is moving quickly- # of New Properties on Market Last 7 Days: 426 (down from last week)- # of Properties Unde
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Berkeley... diverse, fun eclectic, rich... Here are two Berkeley Northside scenes from a Sunday stroll. Let me know if you're interested in a tour! Basak Cakici, Realtor, DRE# 02035715
Read More Your Weekly Market Update - June 5, 2024

Good morning everyone! Here is your first June weekly market update. As always, please let me know if you have any questions! REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOT (based on local BridgeMLS data) Alameda County as of 6/5/2024 Months Supply of Inventory: 1.8 months (down from last week) Sellers' market, b
Read MoreMy clients are in contract to buy this cool Berkeley Craftstman-style home!

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Read MoreA San Geronimo Open House visit today...

Gorgeous property... beautiful, serene, quiet, bright, green... My pick of the week this week. If you'd like to explore the Marin real estate market, I'd be happy to help! This listing is 165 Meadow Way, San GeronimoListing by Michael Cusick, Realtor, DRE# 01260333Coldwell Banker Realty Basak Cakici
Read MoreYour Weekly Market Update - May 29, 2024

Good afternoon everyone!Here is your last May weekly market update. As always, please let me know if you have any questions! INTEREST RATES - up from last week Conventional: 7.125% (depending on loan amount) Jumbo: 7.125% (depending on loan amount) FHA: 6.5% VA: 6.5% REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOTNot
Read MoreYour Weekly Market Update - May 22, 2024

Happy Wednesday!Here is your latest and greatest weekly market update. As always, please let me know if you have any questions about the information here or would like to discuss any other real estate matters! INTEREST RATES - down from last week Conventional: 6.5 – 7.125% (depending on loan amount
Read MoreYour Weekly Market Update - May 15, 2024

Good afternoon! Here is your latest and greatest weekly market update! As always, please let me know if you have any questions about the information here or would like to discuss any other real estate matters. I am here for you! INTEREST RATES - down from last week - Conventional: 6.75 – 7.00% (dep
Read MoreHEART'S DESIRE BEACH, Point Reyes Peninsula

HEART'S DESIRE BEACH, Point Reyes peninsula Just 15 minutes from Point Reyes Station and 45 minutes from San Rafael, this tranquil spot offers pure serenity! Listen to the gentle waves, the call of seagulls, and the rustle of wind through the trees. Ready to explore Marin County? Let's go!Basak Ca
Read MoreWOMEN I ADMIRE - NILGUN WOLPE, Structural Engineer!

Hello everyone!I've been wanting to take a moment to celebrate and uplift the incredible women in my life who are not only successful business owners but also embody kindness, resilience, and determination in everything they do, and create magic everyday. From growing their businesses to supporting
Read MoreEast Bay GOLDEN HOUR collection...

East Bay GOLDEN HOUR collection... Among countless near-sunset vista points sprinklered across the entire East Bay, here are just a few samplings. Berkeley Alameda Oakland Jack London Square Beautiful! People strolling, talking, biking, swimming, sailing, enjoying dinner… or sitting in a ben
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Loan options for Condo purchases! 3% down option - for first time buyers 3.5% down FHA option in some cases (Condo complex must be on the FHA approved condo list OR lender needs to apply for a single unit approval to FHA ) Some condos might not be eligible for this. 5% or more down, conventional l
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