Daniel Takata's (drtakata) Blog

I was informed today by a major lender that even though the buyer had just asked for a pest report in the offer to purchase, even though they did not ask for a clear section 1 pest clearance.  The lender would review the report and require a clear pest inspection. It is a requirement on a FHA loa...

My first agent assigned to me under my mentorship has turned out to be an inspiration to me.  She is eager to learn, do things the right way, and not afraid to ask questions.  It reminds me back some 25 years ago when I entered the sales arena.  I'm glad and fortunate to pass on my experience to ...

Anyone out there frustrated with the service on REO sales that use Southern California Title and Escrow companies that sometimes charge outrageous escrow fees and traditionally get the initial estimated HUD statement prepared wrong.  I just had another deal with the same big name company prepare ...

I just wanted to pass along that I too was in a 2 year arm when I purchased my very first home a couple of years ago, I did refinance to get one loan and it was set to reset in February 2009.  I decided to talk with my lender Chase, who much to my surprise was very accomodating to see if I qualif...

Welcome new Realtor Momoko Tamaoki to our core team at Weichert, Realtors-Pacific Equity Properties.  Momoko held her first Weichert Open House today and did a fantastic job and got a few potential clients. She has even scheduled herself to host another open house this coming weekend. Kudos and w...

I recently got a loan modification.  I urge anyone who is in/or about to be in some type of financial hardship to contact their current lender for some help.  I was in an 2 year arm in my first home i ever purchased and contacted my lender for some help before it reset.  Much to my surprise withi...

What would you do when a listing agent on an REO property is selectively submitting the offers to the bank? I have encountered it recently and want to know should I report this agent/broker.  The Asset management company is strict about not co-listing their properties, this agent has a co-agent, ...

Fantastic opportunity to own in Empire Ranch in Folsom, CA.  2462 sq. ft. 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths.  Was listed for $499,00 has now been reduced to $450,000, what a bargain REO pricing but not an REO or Short Sale. Email me if you would like more information drtakata@peprealty.com  thanks and a...

Our office recently had a new years celebration on 9/30.  Sound odd to you, but when you break it down our business does not reward us tomorrow or next week.  So what I learned was planning for January needs to have the work ethic in place now. And don't forget to write down your goals.  Let's us...

With the short term success we have seen in our office in relocation business, I ask if anyone out there has any recommendations of other relocation companies out their that are legitimate and worth looking in to.  Weichert has been great for my sales manager and myself with 4 closed transactions...