Tag: Announcements

I AM the greatest real estate agent in the world

Straight up WTF! “Greatest real estate agent in the world-Your name here”. Are you kidding? (Curbed is going to love this one.) It appears there is not actually a contest for who is in fact the greatest, rather who can send the most links. Well it’s working, because we’re linking to it. First off, I … Continue reading I AM the greatest real estate agent in the world

Bush signs higher conforming loan limits into law

by Kelly McCray H.R. 5140, the economic stimulus plan, was signed into law by President Bush, among other things; the bill raises conforming loan limits for the Bay Area. The Bay Area for years has had no help, we pay premiums for our real estate, and we have, for so long, been subject to the … Continue reading Bush signs higher conforming loan limits into law

This just in: Conforming loan limit approved by Senate (up to $729,750)

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)

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)

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)