It is that time of year again...are you ready?  It's mid-September! Parents, are you struggling to keep up with packing school lunches, homework help, balancing work life, etc? Perhaps you are having trouble with finding ways to transport your kids around or need to make a solo grocery store run. How will you navigate through the school year smoothly? How will you juggle carpools, sports practices,...

  There is no doubt that home ownership requires much maintenance and care. After all, you do spend an abundance of your spare time in your nest. This is where memories are created, where laughter is born, where most people share the most private of conversations. What if that is violated? Do you ever wonder what happens to your home once you leave your sanctuary? Curious as to what happened to...

Disclaimer, I'm not affiliated with American Express in any way. Their financing program has its pros and cons. It may or may not fit your needs. The purpose of this article is to help our audience understand the pricing science and math behind their program. I'm not endorsing or recommending against the program. How It Works Over the last 6 months, I have received several letters from the American...

Tiny Homes Freedom. Mobility. Unique dwellings. What's not to like about tiny homes? Just like with anything in life, there are pros and cons. Thinking of downsizing? Want to live off the grid? Have the urge to explore? Tiny homes are definitely on people's minds--home buyers of all ages are considering this option. What is a Tiny Home and what does it consist of? Generally speaking, tiny...

  CALifornia Dreaming… Long time renters, are you currently renting and tired of paying for someone else’s mortgage? Let’s face it, renting is not going to build equity and if you haven’t saved a lot for the down payment, you may think that it is impossible to purchase a home. If you have always dreamed of owning your own home in the highly coveted Bay Area, but lack the funds for a 20%...

What Is a Buyer’s Agent and Do You Need One? Imagine driving by a new development in your desired neighborhood. Nearby, there are good schools, well-maintained parks, grocery stores, streets perfect for morning strolls in a neighborhood adorned with cute little shops and cafes. Such is the dream life. Curious as to what these homes look like on the inside (and if it is even something that your...

New Location Happy New Year! As we step into 2018, we'd like to share some exciting news with you! We have expanded and recently moved into a light & airy office space in the heart of Emeryville. Rest assured, we will continue to serve you in the East Bay and it's vicinity. In the coming months, we will be hosting a grand opening party where we will serve food & drinks as well as offer raffle...

After you purchased your property, chances are, you will receive some official-looking mails selling you the services of obtaining grant deed for your property. They normally charge anywhere between $50 to $100. DON'T EVER FALL FOR THESE TRICKS/SCAMS! The recorder's office takes 1 to 2 months to record your deed and the original recorded deed will be mailed to you FOR FREE. Even if you didn't receive your...

What is the value of your home? It’s a question with an answer that’s not as straightforward as you might imagine. A home really has two important kinds of value: an appraised value and a market value. Think of a home’s appraised value as a theoretical value. The market value, in contrast, is influenced more by what a buyer might actually be willing to pay. Real estate appraisers tend to think...

Hi, my name is Lex, the broker at Cal Agents Realty. If you are looking to find out your home value, you are in the right place. Here I'll show you a more accurate estimate than Redfin and Zillow, or any other online home value estimator. If you haven't received your home valuation report, enter your home address here and a copy of the most recent sales near your home will be delivered to your...