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Whether you want a dramatic SF Bay view, or one of  a quiet tree filled hillside, there is something here for you in Berkeley.  I look forward to speaking with you about any questions or interests that you may have regarding these stunning homes.

Built Originally For A California Oil Baron, Th...

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$4,750,000

  • 8 Beds
    •  
  • 5½ Baths
    •  
  • 8,639 SqFt

Residential

Berkeley, CA

Built Originally For A California Oil Baron, This Magnificent Residence Is In The Coveted Claremo...

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Open Sun Sept 4 + 18 + 25 2-5pm Or By Appt. Rar...

 

$3,700,000

  • 4 Beds
    •  
  • 4½ Baths
    •  
  • 5,200 SqFt

Residential

Berkeley, CA

Open Sun Sept 4 + 18 + 25 2-5pm Or By Appt.…

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Perhaps you are considering making some significant changes in your home.  Ultimately, these changes will affect the home's resale value.  Sometimes doing your pre-sale homework will pay quite well when you are considering the size and scope of these changes.  Much of the time, adding bathrooms or bedrooms or family rooms is a good idea--IF it pays you back financially.  That is the key to a successful plan. Your homework should be to find out how much value your additions will-or will not-add to your home at resale time. 

It makes sense to add another room to your Berkeley hills home if your family has outgrown the present one.  If you are all crowding into one bathroom, or are sharing a super small kitchen, the time has come to consider more…

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It is true, when presenting your Berkeley home to future buyers, that first impressions are the most lasting.  That is why it is so important to have all of your potential issues dealt with before you invite them to tour your home. I, as you agent, will suggest many simple and easy tips to make your home extra appealing, but there are some basic things that will always need attention. 

Below are suggestions to deal with the most common mistakes in failing to prepare your home for showing to potential buyers:

a. Deal With Your Plants and Gardens.- Make sure that the dead plants are removed, trees are trimmed and old branches removed. Consult with your nurseryman to see what plants are in season, and will be for a few months, and plant them.  It is one…

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In considering the affordability of your Berkeley home, you tend to focus on the sale price, and then the calculated monthly mortgage payment.  While this is perfectly normal, it is important to be aware of other, unexpected costs that will occur as you move towards finalizing the purchase.  Money should be set aside to cover whatever may develop. While not all of these things will apply to your situation, you should be aware of them as possibilities.  Additionally, some of these costs and fees are often negotiated between the buyer and seller, so not all will apply to the buyer, only. Here is a good summary:

a. Professional Home Inspection Fees: It is a wise idea to pay for and have the home thoroughly inspected before making the final purchase.  Costs…

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