Senate approves $151 Billion Economic Stimulus Bill [Bloomberg.com from Marc Herrenbruck and Kelly McCray] Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government-sponsored mortgage finance companies, will be allowed to buy loans worth as much as $729,750 for loans made between July 31, 2007 and Dec. 31, 2008, an increase over the current $417,000 loan limit, a … Continue reading This just in: Conforming loan limit approved by Senate (up to $729,750)
Category: Announcements
Opening our blog to you
Why limit yourself to just being a commenter on our site and other real estate blogs? You know you have what it takes to create good dialog and content (we see it), so we’re giving you the chance to be heard, in a big way. We suggested it to Missionite, and even prodded Garrett to … Continue reading Opening our blog to you
Resetting DOM (Days On Market), Buyers speak up! ABC News Nightline is listening
We hit the local news scene, now we’re going national. We received a call from a Nightline reporter today and they’re looking for feedback and active buyers who have THOUGHTS ON RESETTING THE DOM (Days on Market) to give an old listing new legs. Specifically, do you think it is fair or not to have … Continue reading Resetting DOM (Days On Market), Buyers speak up! ABC News Nightline is listening
Conforming loan limit increase in jeopardy?
We just received this email from N.A.R. “The U.S. House of Representatives yesterday passed a stimulus package that raises the FHA and conforming loan limits to as high as $729,750 in high-cost areas. There is speculation that the Senate version of the stimulus package DOES NOT include these increases.” Please contact Senator Barbara Boxer and … Continue reading Conforming loan limit increase in jeopardy?
This just in: Fannie and Freddie conforming loan limit raised
According to “anon8mizer”: CNBC just reported that the [conforming loan limits for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac] limit has been raised from $417K to $625K… And from “Dave”: This proposal (reported on Reuters) has serious legs in Congress. On top of the Fed lowering the boom this week to the tune of 75 basis points, … Continue reading This just in: Fannie and Freddie conforming loan limit raised
Ask us: “When should I refinance, or purchase?” ABC7 News is listening!
Where readers ask and we try to answer. This one we’re actually doing for ABC7 News. David Louie is running a story tonight at 6pm, and was hoping we could help him and their viewers out. So….readers, and real estate peeps, don’t disappoint! ;-) Given the fact that interest rates took another dip recently, and … Continue reading Ask us: “When should I refinance, or purchase?” ABC7 News is listening!
“I love the sfnewsletter!”
As some of you know, the editor here is also the editor at sfnewsletter, which is fast becoming THE newsletter for San Francisco real estate professionals to keep in front of their sphere of influence. Not only will your sphere thank you for all the great market knowledge sfnewsletter provides, but they’ll also be able … Continue reading “I love the sfnewsletter!”
Boston Goes Flat Fee (for some)
To those that have wondered, or hoped that our real estate landscape would change (for better or worse), look to Boston, where CondoDomain.com is introducing their exclusive buyers flat fee real estate brokerage. No, they aren’t the first, but certainly it appears to be gaining steam. Unlike traditional real estate models, we believe that we … Continue reading Boston Goes Flat Fee (for some)
Beware of Buyer(s)
[Editor’s Note: It’s time to repost this as we’re getting some reports of a guy name Michael Lecht resurfacing…don’t work with him. Simple as that. See comments below from local real estate agents for more info.] Agents at all San Francisco brokerages take note. There are a couple “buyers” out there that aren’t to be … Continue reading Beware of Buyer(s)
Sample Sale of the Design Public Kind
Get thee to Apartment Therapy! [via Curbed] This is one sale you won’t want to miss.
Our new comment policy
Take note: comments are no longer moderated. You can view our new, elaborate, multi-paged, legal document here. Essentially, “as of 1/16/2008 comments will no longer be moderated. You are free to say whatever you like. We will be reading and watching, but if you get into a heated discussion with someone, be prepared to defend … Continue reading Our new comment policy
Marin gets More Modern (as in a new office)
From the press release: Marin Modern Real Estate, an independent residential real estate brokerage and leading authority on modern and mid-century modern homes in Marin and San Francisco County, announced the opening of a new office in San Rafael, California. Since we’re spreading the love about them, maybe they’ll spread the love and keep us … Continue reading Marin gets More Modern (as in a new office)
Calling all San Francisco Real Estate Peeps!
by Alex Clark I am constantly encouraging my fellow colleagues to contribute more frequently to the voice and insight this site could provide. Here’s a quote from someone who has written posts for us in the past, “I meant to tell you, Carl Nolte of the Chronicle contacted me for a piece he did on … Continue reading Calling all San Francisco Real Estate Peeps!
Grand Opening of Chelsea Park
The 39 unit new development project located in Mission Dolores at 3620 19th Street and 29 Oakwood will officially open its doors on Sunday January 27th, 2008 (a bit later than originally planned). It will have 1,2, and 3 bedroom flats and Regency Terrace style homes. Pricing from the high $600,000s to over $1 million. … Continue reading Grand Opening of Chelsea Park
Real Estate, Sex, our Top Posts and Last Thoughts of 2007
No surprise here…sex sells…very well, and it even helps sell real estate, or at least Realtors. Our most popular post of 2007 was …and the Nominees for Sexiest Realtor in San Francisco are…. Second up was obviously the the results of said contest. Third up was our Battle Royale: San Francisco or New York City…if … Continue reading Real Estate, Sex, our Top Posts and Last Thoughts of 2007
Why no new posts?
We know you got distracted by all the pretty faces, but hidden in all that text of our sexiest Realtor post, we did say, “We’re going to take a break from blogging about real estate until the New Year.” Don’t worry, here is a good read that will help pass the time if you absolutely … Continue reading Why no new posts?