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Recycle Your Unwanted Stuff!
I have become a recycling junkie. It is exhilarating. Productive. Cleansing. Seriously. For me there is something so refreshing about getting rid of crap. While I was on maternity leave I emptied out my closet (got rid of 8 bags of clothing), cleaned out the kitchen (2 boxes of glassware and vases), cleaned out my [...]
Transfer Taxes for Alameda and Contra Costa Counties
Many cities in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties impose a point of sale ordinance on real property. The chart below will show which cities will impose a transfer tax. Both Alameda County and Contra Costa County have a county transfer tax of $1.10/$1,000. Example: If the sales price of a house in Berkeley is $500,000 then the seller can [...]
New Renovation Rule on Older Homes in the East Bay
It’s the law! Federal law requires contractors that disturb painted surfaces in homes, child care facilities and schools, built before 1978 to be certified and follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination. Always ask to see your contractor’s certification. Federal law requires that individuals receive certain information before renovating six square feet or more [...]
Bank of America Makes a Huge Move : Principal Forgiveness
Bank of America announced today that it will introduce “principal forgiveness” program designed to help some troubled mortgage borrowers relief from the possibility of foreclosure. The program will look to reduce loan balances of qualifying distressed homeowners with adjustable rate mortgages or subprime loans in an effort to make their payments more affordable. The homeowners [...]
New Listing in El Cerrito
Hey everyone, I just listed a sweet house in El Cerrito- 5416 Barrett Ave. http://www.5416BarrettAve.com
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