VA Mortgage Loans in Alameda CA and 100% VA Loans - the best loan program in the country! VA Mortgage Loans are one of the best mortgage loan programs available today for active duty and honorably discharged Veterans. Here are some of the great features of this fantastic program: - Up to 100% financing, with no down required. - No monthly mortgage insurance added to your payment. - Compared to other types of mortgage loans, easier credit-qualifying requirements. - Low fixed mortgage rates result in a low monthly payment. Here's how to qualify for a VA Mortgage Loan in Alameda CA: You must first verify your eligibility. This is done by ordering your Certificate of Eligibility or COE. You can work with an approved Alameda CA VA mortgage loan lender to order your COE quickly, or you can co... 09/03/2014

    Market Report of Alameda real estate activity 8/25/14 to 9/1/14   Last week’s totals from 8/25/2014 to………..………….……………………..9/1/2014 New homes on the market...............................................................13 Price changes.....................................................................................1 Homes that sold...............................................................................11 Pending activity - all not just last week...............................................68 All single family homes currently on the market...................................45 Condos currently on the market...........................................................4 Townhouses currently on the market..................................................10 Distressed properties:... 09/01/2014

    Market Report of Alameda real estate activity 8/18/14 to 8/25/14   Last week’s totals from 8/18/2014 to………..………….……………………..8/25/2014 New homes on the market................................................................17 Price changes......................................................................................7 Homes that sold................................................................................11 Pending activity - all not just last week...............................................78 All single family homes currently on the market...................................45 Condos currently on the market..........................................................5 Townhouses currently on the market...................................................8 Distressed propert... 08/25/2014

  Things to do in Alameda on August 22, 23 and 24, 2014   Things to do in Alameda:  Friday, August 22 at 8:00 pm the Altarena Playhouse presents Boeing Boeing the hilarious farce which features a self-styled lothario Bernard who has Italian, German and American financees, all of whom are airline hostesses.  The Altarena is at 1409 High Street. For more information please call 523-1553.         Things to do in Alameda:  The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, August 23  and Tuesday, August 26 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the spring fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good!  Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables and flowers.  The market is on Webster Street and Haight Avenue.   Things to do ... 08/22/2014

    Market Report of Alameda real estate activity 8/11/14 to 8/18/14     Last week’s totals from 8/11/2014 to………..………….……………………..8/18/2014 New homes on the market...............................................................12 Price changes....................................................................................8 Homes that sold..............................................................................19 Pending activity - all not just last week..............................................80 All single family homes currently on the market..................................45 Condos currently on the market.........................................................4 Townhouses currently on the market..................................................5 Distressed properties: Ba... 08/18/2014

  Things to do in Alameda on August 15, 16 and 17, 2014   Things to do in Alameda:  Friday, August 15 at 7:00 pm  the Alameda’s Tomorrow Youth Repertory is presenting Shrek the Musical at the Kofman Auditorium at 2200 Central Avenue.  Tickets are $7 and $15.   Things to do in Alameda:  Friday, August 15 at 8:00 pm the Altarena Playhouse presents Boeing Boeing.  This will be the opening performance of the hilarious farce which features a self-styled lothario Bernard who has Italian, German and American financees, all of whom are airline hostesses.  The Altarena is at 1409 High Street. For more information please call 523-1553         Things to do in Alameda:  The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, August 16  and Tuesday, August 19 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, ... 08/15/2014

      Market Report of Alameda real estate activity 8/4/14 to 8/11/2014   Last week’s totals from 8/4/2014 to………..………….……………………..8/11/2014 New homes on the market...............................................................12 Price changes.....................................................................................2 Homes that sold...............................................................................10 Pending activity - all not just last week..............................................82 All single family homes currently on the market..................................48 Condos currently on the market.........................................................7 Townhouses currently on the market..................................................6 Distressed properties: ... 08/11/2014

Things to do in Alameda on August 8, and 9, 2014   Things to do in Alameda:  The 15th season of Concerts at the Cove will conclude on Friday, August 8th at 5:30 pm., with two KFOG Local Scene bands. Robin Applewood and friends take the stage beginning at 5:30 p.m. The Bay Area based quartet The Orange Peels, an indie-pop and rock band, will perform at 6:30 p.m.  Crab Cove is located at 1252 McKay Avenue in Alameda.  For more information please call 510-544-3187.   Things to do in Alameda:  Meet the Plein Air Artists on Friday, August 8 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Frank Bette Center for the Arts.  You may have seen artists on the streets of Alameda last week.  Well, they were participating in the Plein Air Paintout.  Come to the reception to see the results of their efforts.  The Fran... 08/08/2014

      Market Report of Alameda real estate activity 7/28/14 to 8/4/2014   Last week’s totals from 7/28/2014 to………..………….………………….8/4/2014 New homes on the market...............................................................15 Price changes.....................................................................................3 Homes that sold...............................................................................10 Pending activity - all not just last week...............................................81 All single family homes currently on the market..................................48 Condos currently on the market.........................................................7 Townhouses currently on the market..................................................7 Distressed properties: B... 08/04/2014

  Things to do in Alameda on August 2, and 3, 2014   Things to do in Alameda:  Alameda Walks will visit the Jean Sweeney Open Space Park and Marina Cove Park.  Walkers will meet at Marina Cove Park, 1591 Clement Street for a stroll through the newest park in Alameda.  Please call 747-7529 for more information.       Things to do in Alameda:  Alameda 1902 Picnic Dance in the Park on August 2 from 10:00 am at Lincoln Park at High and Santa Clara Avenue.  Hosted by Period Events and Entertainment Re-Creation Society(PEERS)  Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.  There will be dancing and entertainment and period costumes are encouraged.  Free to the public.   Things to do in Alameda:  The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, August 2  and Tuesday, August ... 08/01/2014

  Alameda Walks, 2014, Part Two   Alameda Walks, an Alameda tradition for many years.  The walks are held two times a month and are a perfect way to enjoy a beautiful summer day, meet new friends and learn a little about Alameda's history.       This years the walks cover a variety of places, some history of the City and visit some events and new sites.  Most walks start at 9:00 am and end at 10:00 am.  Patrick Russi of the Alameda Recreation and Park Department will lead many of the walks.   August 2    Marina Cove Park to Jean Sweeney Open Space Park.  Walkers will meet at Marina Cove Park, 1591 Clement Street for this new walk which will explore the waterfront park and Sweeney open Space Park and examine the potential design for the newest park in Alameda.       August 9   Alameda Po... 08/01/2014

  The Alameda Museum 2014 Lecture Series Part 2   The Alameda Museums 2014 Lecture Series began on March 27th. This is a 14 year tradition of lectures which has been a way for the Museum to educate Alamedans about their city’s history.     The Alameda Museum was founded as the Historical Society 65 years ago.  The Museum’s mission is to collect, conserve and exhibit the City of Alameda’s history.   And also to educate Alamedans and visitors with fabulous lectures, gorgeous art exhibits and to provide special group tours during non-business hours.   The July 31, 2014 lecture will be about Living in A Brown Shingle Home present by Lucia Howard, architect and co-author of “Shingle Style:  Living in a Brown Shingle Home”.  Sponsored by Janelle Spatz, Realtor with Bayside Real Estate.     Wo... 07/31/2014

      Market Report of Alameda real estate activity 7/21/14 to 7/28/2014   Last week’s totals from 7/21/2014 to………..…………. 7/28/2014 New homes on the market...............................................................16 Price changes.....................................................................................5 Homes that sold...............................................................................15 Pending activity - all not just last week..............................................68 All single family homes currently on the market..................................55 Condos currently on the market.........................................................9 Townhouses currently on the market..................................................6 Distressed properties: Bank Ow... 07/28/2014

  Things to do in Alameda on July 25, July 26 and July 27, 2014   Things to do in Alameda:  Starlight Movie in the Park will show Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2, Friday, July 25 at the Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field at 1101 Redline Avenue. This free event starts at 6:30 p.m. with pre-show festivities of games and crafts for the kids.  The featured movie begins at approximately 8:15 p.m.  Snacks and food are available for purchase and proceeds support the Teen Program.  Bring your own chairs and blankets and enjoy a film under the stars!  No barbecue grills, alcoholic beverages and pets allowed.Things to Do in Alamedais all about events for the whole family to enjoy in Alameda.  I write about Things to do in Alameda every Friday, so if you like what you see here, please come back... 07/25/2014

Radio Day By The Bay 2014 – Live!  in Alameda on July 26, 2014 from 9 AM – 3 PM The Bay Area Radio Museum has move to the City of Alameda joining four other museum in the City.  The Bay Area Radio Museum’s biggest fundraiser, Radio Day by the Bay, is on Saturday, July 26, 2014 and all are invited to see the fabulous auction items, enjoy radio programs from the past and a barbeque. Radio Days by the Bay, 2014 will be at two new locations this year on Central Avenue in Alameda, Saturday, July 26, 2014 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The Flea Market will be at Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue.  The auction and entertainment will be at Kofman Auditorium, 2200 Central Avenue at Alameda High School. Stan Bunger will serve as the Master of Ceremonies.  Bunger, Mr. Alameda, and is the KCBS morning n... 07/24/2014

    Market Report of Alameda real estate activity 7/14/14 to 7/21/14   Last week’s totals from 7/14/2014 to………..………….………………….7/21/2014 New homes on the market...............................................................16 Price changes.....................................................................................6 Homes that sold...............................................................................16 Pending activity - all not just last week..............................................71 All single family homes currently on the market..................................54 Condos currently on the market.........................................................9 Townhouses currently on the market..................................................6 Distressed properties: Bank... 07/21/2014

Contractors are needed to get these projects completed in a timely workmanlike manner. If you aren't getting all the work you can handle contact local 203k consultants and get on their lists ASAP. You will be happily surprised to see the results. Contractors who could use a bit more work might just fall into a gold mine with renovation loans. If you want to find out more about it please read a FREE copy of our book "Contractors and the FHA 203k loan program", yes I said FREE. Just send me your full name, company name, license number where your state requires a license. This will get you on our bid list and provide lots of insight for you and renovation projects.  Most new contractors are afraid of the cash flow and that is a real concern. There are two 203k loans out there, the "Streaml... 07/20/2014

Things to do in Alameda on Saturday, July 19 and Sunday, July 20 2014 Things to do in Alameda:  The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, July 19  and Tuesday, July 22 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the spring fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good!  Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables and flowers.  The market is on Webster Street and Haight Avenue.   Things to do in Alameda:  Alameda South Shore Center and Off the Grid food trucks on July 19, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in the South Shore Center parking lot near Petco.  The trucks includeSenor Sisig, Cupkates, Little Green Cyclo, Sanguchon, Seoul on Wheels, Hiyaaa, Kinder's Truck, Lobsta Truck, Mayo & Mustard, Whip Out! Things to do in Alame... 07/18/2014

  Market Report of Alameda real estate activity 7/7/14 to 7/14/14   Last week’s totals from 7/7/2014 to………..………….………………….7/14/2014 New homes on the market...............................................................20 Price changes.....................................................................................6 Homes that sold...............................................................................13 Pending activity - all not just last week..............................................73 All single family homes currently on the market..................................55 Condos currently on the market........................................................10 Townhouses currently on the market..................................................5 Distressed properties: Bank Own... 07/14/2014

  Things to do in Alameda on Friday and Saturday, July 11 and 12, 2014   Things to do in Alameda: The Concerts at the Cove second of the series on Friday, July 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Crab Cove.  The free concert features BeauFunk.  Family activities will begin at 4:30 pm.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase.  Crab Cove at 1252 McKay Avenue in Alameda.  Please call 510-544-3187 for more information.         Things to do in Alameda: Second Friday Art Walk on July 11.  All are Free to the public.  Join the artists for conversation and snacks.     Celebrate popUp Gallery’s second anniversary with their opening of “In Other Words exhibit at 6:00 to 9:00 pm at 1517 Park Street in Alameda.   Meet the Artists, Licita Fernandez and Jaan Carter at the Frank Bette Center for the... 07/11/2014