Have you ever thought you wanted to have another source of income, you certainly could have. Many people think we only work in areas where the price of homes is very low or in very poor neighborhoods. The photo above is an FHA 203k project we did a few years ago, as you can see some of these homes are in pretty nice areas. This one was in Fair Oaks, CA and the buyer was all over the 203k loan as it fit his needs most readily. Advantages to a contractor becoming a consultant include that you get to look at a property before most and you get to be paid to prepare a bid. Advantages to a Realtor is you get some cash up front while you wait for your commission on the sale. You also get to control the inspection. Conflicts of interest, well yea. Of course but you can make them go away by havi... 09/28/2021

If you want to know about the Sewer Lateral program, just click on the link below, at the end of this post.There is a $4,500 up front deposit for the owner of the home. If you are a realtor and sell a home that doesn't have the sewer lateral certificate, the buyers may be stuck with that fee. If you are the seller, you can, put in your sales brochure that this must be taken care of by the buyer(s). In any case if you choose to fix it or the new buyer(s) want to fix it you can use the FHA 203k to accomplish this. If that happens get hold of me as we have been granted, not guaranteed, a waiver provided your consultant includes wording in his or her write up. If you sell without disclosing this to the new buyers YOU may be liable for the fee. Just a heads up.https://www.eastbaypsl.com/Mike... 09/25/2021

7237 Skyline Blvd Oakland, CA 94611     With riveting views of the bay and city skyline, a designer-quality interior and a peaceful setting nearby some of the best hiking/biking trails the Bay area has to offer, this refined architectural home is a great opportunity. Taking full advantage of its prime hillside location, the home offers a well-conceived plan that allows for a completely flat, level entry, multiple outdoor living areas with unobstructed views, and many of the bedrooms privately set away from each other. Large windows, multiple skylights and an open staircase allow sunlight to disperse throughout the interior, a showpiece of contemporary design that features clean lines, bamboo and tile floors, elegant modern fixtures, custom paint and window treatments. Two family rooms, ... 07/21/2021

1243-1245 97th Avenue Oakland, CA Duplex Asking $1,000,000Updated and remodeled two story Duplex with a non conforming studio that has a kitchen and bathroom with a shower stall. Dark brown hardwood floor throughout, updated tile showers downstairs. Rental potential up to $8500 or more. 3 Bedrooms 2 bathrooms downstairs and 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms upstairs. Downstairs Primary bedroom has a tile shower stall, wall, heaters, tankless water heater, recessed lighting throughout. 07/06/2021

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Updated and remodeled two story Duplex with a non conforming studio that has a kitchen and bathroom with a shower stall. Dark brown hardwood floor throughout, updated tile showers downstairs. Rental potential up to $8500 or more. 3 Bedrooms 2 bathrooms downstairs and 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms upstairs. Downstairs Primary bedroom has a tile shower stall, wall, heaters, tankless water heater, recessed lighting throughout. 07/01/2021

Jack London, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationThe Jack London district is located on the waterfront in Downtown Oakland, California, and is the southernmost part of the city. The area is located south of Chinatown and Old Oakland, and southeast of the Acorn Industrial District. The area is notable for its numerous commercial complexes, affluent residential structures, and the numerous seaside restaurants that line the city's southern shore. Residents and visitors alike may enjoy the area's upmarket eating and leisure enterprises, which include a variety of restaurants, pubs, theaters, and other activities. There are various marinas in the suburb's bayfront regions that provide docking services for those who prefer taking their sailboat out to sea on a regular basis. The ... 06/10/2021

Uptown, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationUptown is the city of Oakland, California's northwesternmost portion within the Downtown District. The region southeast of the John B Williams Freeway and San Pablo Avenue is included in the neighborhood. The suburb is bordered on the south by 14th Street, on the west by Brush Street, on the east by Broadway, and on the north by W Grand Avenue. Within the Uptown neighborhood, you'll discover historic landmarks, residential projects, office buildings, and other affluent attractions. The neighborhood serves as one of the region's key entertainment and economic districts, with multiple structures lining Oakland's skyline. If you want to live in the city center, near to everything that Downtown Oakland has to offer, Uptown Oakland sho... 06/10/2021

Bushrod, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationBushrod is a primarily residential area in Oakland, California's northern district. Adeline Street and Martin Luther King Jr Way go through the suburb on the west, the Grove Shafter Freeway on the south, Telegraph Avenue on the east, and Woolsey Street on the north. Along its main thoroughfares, the region is well-developed, with a variety of residential structures and several commercial establishments. Please contact us if you are interested in purchasing a house in the Bushrod area. We'd be delighted to show you around the nicest properties for sale in the area. Like others in North Oakland, the area is made up of a mix of suburban single-family houses and multi-family housing. Several remodels and rebuilds in the community hav... 06/10/2021

Clawson, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationClawson is a mixed-use neighborhood in the city of Oakland, California's West Oakland region. The suburb is bounded by Hoover – Foster, McClymonds, and Prescott to the southwest of the MacArthur Freeway and San Pablo Avenue intersection. The neighborhood was dubbed Dogtown because of the large number of stray dogs that roamed the streets in the early 1980s. There are now large proposed developments for industrial, live-work, and residential projects in the community. The area, located in West Oakland, is a short distance from many of the region's major corporate and industrial districts. To the north, the Pixar Animation Studios are located, to the west, the Oakland Harbor is located, to the south, Acorn Industrial is there, and ... 06/10/2021

Temescal, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationTemescal is a neighborhood of Oakland, California, located in the northern section of the city. Between the Grove Shafter Freeway and Broadway, the suburb is bounded on the south by 40th Street and on the north by 51st Street. Many residents in the neighborhood are active members of the Friends of the Rockridge Temescal Greenbelt, or FROG Organization, which is intimately linked to adjacent Rockridge. Homeowners play an active role in the region's development and participate in a variety of facets of the community, including politics, education, and more. The various restaurants and business facilities along Telegraph Avenue, Broadway, and the Rockridge Shopping Center provide residents with convenient access to all they need. E... 06/10/2021

Rockridge, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationRockridge is a large suburb of Oakland, California, located to the north of the city. The area is located 15 minutes north of the city's central core, north of the St. Mary Cemetery. Upper Rockridge, South Rockridge, West Rockridge, North Rockridge, Rockridge Terrace, and Rockridge Boulevard are among the subdivisions that make up the Rockridge district. The neighborhood is primarily residential, with premium neighborhoods and well-developed commercial districts. There are several restaurants, shops, and grocery shops in the suburbs, providing families with a variety of locations to visit near to home. The Rockridge Shopping Center and the main thoroughfares of College Avenue and Pleasant Valley Avenue are the focal points for ... 06/10/2021

Glenview, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationGlenview is a beautiful neighborhood in Oakland, California. The neighborhood, like many other suburbs in the city's eastern reaches, is mostly used as a bedroom community for professionals working in the area. Residents in the neighborhood benefit from the convenience of being nearby to everything they require. Homeowners can stroll to neighboring parks, businesses, restaurants, and the school, thanks to the area's pedestrian-friendly characteristics. Your children will have access to outstanding schools in and around the area. On the other hand, Diamond Park provides a superb leisure and leisure center for people wishing to spend a beautiful day outside with family or friends. If you're searching for a family-friendly neighbor... 06/10/2021

Grand Lake, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationGrand Lake, often known as the Grand Lake Center, is a mixed-use area located northeast of Oakland's downtown district. To the north of Adams Point and Lake Merritt, west of Lakeshore, and south of Piedmont, you'll find the community. The suburb is a quick 5-minute drive from the city center and provides some of the most conveniently positioned suburban houses in the region, with easy access to everything you need. Professionals working in the neighborhood who are seeking for a new home near to their job may find the houses here appealing. The region is ideal for families searching for a move-in ready house in the city, with nearby shopping malls, grocers, parks, schools, and so much more. Property values in the area have stea... 06/10/2021

Montclair, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationIn East Oakland, California, Montclair is a lovely residential area. Between Shepherd Canyon and Glen Highlands, the suburb is located on the western slope of the Oakland Hills. Although the neighborhood is largely residential, there is a well-established business district in the middle of it. For the many families that live in the area, there are a variety of grocery stores, chain supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, and other businesses that provide handy shopping and eating options. Montclair has a long history dating back to the early days of Oakland when the area was known for its logging business. Today, the community is largely made up of luxury residences that take advantage of the natural beauty of the hillside surroundin... 06/10/2021

 Homes for Sale in Laurel, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationLaurel is a tiny mixed-use neighborhood in the eastern portion of Oakland, California, located along the MacArthur Freeway. The highway, High Street, MacArthur Boulevard, and 35th Avenue all run through the neighborhood. The city has a mix of business and residential real estate opportunities, with commercial structures bordering MacArthur Boulevard, a bustling thoroughfare. The rest of the neighborhood is largely made up of single-family houses, ideal for people wishing to relocate to the area. Like most other suburbs in the vicinity, Laurel is a popular bedroom neighborhood for busy professionals who work in Oakland.  The neighborhood's residential real estate is fairly varied in price, ranging from the high $... 06/10/2021

Dimond Park, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationDiamond is a lovely residential area in Oakland, California, located in the city's eastern portion. The MacArthur Freeway runs through the neighborhood to the south, Sausal Creek runs through it to the west, 35th Avenue runs through it to the southeast, and the Lincoln Highland and Oakmore communities run through it to the north. Lower Dimond and Upper Dimond, split along Mac Arthur Boulevard, are the two portions of the district. These communities have identical housing designs and access to the same facilities as the rest of the region. The most noteworthy attraction is Dimond Park, which offers water features, kid-friendly play areas, picnic sites, paths, mature trees, and green spaces. There are several schools nearby, as... 06/10/2021

Homes for Sale in San Antonio, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationSan Antonio is primarily a residential area in Oakland, California. The community is bounded to the northwest by 14th Avenue, E 21st Street, 23rd Avenue, and Foothill Boulevard, to the northeast by E 21st Street, 23rd Avenue, and Foothill Boulevard, to the southeast by Sausal Creek, and to the southwest by International Boulevard. Along Miller Avenue, the suburb is divided into two different neighborhoods: Oak Tree to the east and Rancho San Antonio to the west. Like many other communities in Oakland's eastern reaches, Fruitvale primarily serves as a handy home base for busy professionals working in Downtown Oakland and the surrounding shopping and commercial districts. Residents in the neighborhood have acc... 06/10/2021

 Homes for Sale in Fruitvale, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationFruitvale is a city of Oakland, California, located 4 miles southeast of the downtown center. The region is noted for its extensive retail sector, which runs along International Boulevard and comprises a variety of malls and commercial establishments. The district also covers Fruitvale Avenue to 38th Avenue, and it is one of the region's major shopping districts. The suburb has a sizable Hispanic community, with numerous cultural events and festivals honoring their background. The neighborhood celebrates Cinco de Mayo and Dia De Los Muertos on a regular basis. If you're looking for a new house in Oakland, the Fruitvale neighborhood has a variety of attractive options. Fruitvale is a group of neighborhoods wit... 06/10/2021

Homes for Sale in Coliseum, Oakland, CA Community and Real Estate InformationColiseum is a mixed-use area in the city of Oakland, California's eastern section. The neighborhood is defined by Hegenberger Road to the southeast, International Boulevard to the northeast, 66th Avenue to the southwest, and San Leandro Street to the southwest. The area is located near the Oakland Arena and Ring Central Coliseum, as its name suggests. The Coliseum Gardens, the Coliseum College Prep Academy, the Aurum Preparatory Academy, and the Greeman Field are all located here. Aside from these enterprises, the majority of the region is made up of suburban areas with a mix of residential properties, schools, churches, and businesses. The suburban streets of the Coliseum area are lined with a mix of single-fa... 06/09/2021