Ask your real estate question and get answers from the pros.

McGuire Neighbors

QUESTION: How do I stop getting emails outside of my area of interest
Answered By: Aman Daro

more...

Asked on 11/8/2009
Daro_aman_thumb

Aman Daro

QUESTION: Is it good to buy a house with seller agent as buyer agent
Answered By: Phyllis Ann McArthur

Considering the number of offers that are being given some folks are using seller agent as buyer agent otherwise they are not getting those homes(anecdotal statements from folks who i know are looking for homes and got overbid) – whats the guidance on this more...

Asked on 10/8/2009
Dscf0040_thumb

Phyllis Ann McArthur

QUESTION: Do you know if the area around Central Park in San Mateo is a good area with good values? It seems borderline - nice condos west of El Camino on one side, and railroad/east San Mateo on the other. Thoughts?
Answered By: Mary Ann Teixeira

more...

Asked on 10/8/2009
Teixeira_maryann_thumb

Mary Ann Teixeira

QUESTION: Are there any particular things that I should be aware of or should I ask the inspectors which they would otherwise overlook?
Answered By: Victor Fisher

more...

Asked on 10/8/2009
Victor2004_color_thumb

Victor Fisher

QUESTION: are mike and leanne fleming showing a property this weekend
Answered By: Mike Fleming

more...

Asked on 10/8/2009
272_thumb

Mike Fleming

QUESTION: Home warranties
Answered By: Mary Murphy

What’s a good home warrenty in the Bay Area? Again, this is home warrenty and not home owners insurance. I have heard horror stories regarding people not getting their appliances serviced and losing 60 dollars each time when they call for service because of certain “preexisting” conditions… more...

Asked on 9/8/2009
Mary_murphy_final_thumb

Mary Murphy

QUESTION: Where are the best values on the Peninsula?
Number of answers: 3

We are first time buyers and looking for a deal in a good school district. What ould you recommend? more...

Asked on 9/8/2009
Dscf0040_thumb

Phyllis Ann McArthur

QUESTION: Will lenders consider rental income when trying to qualify for a second loan?
Answered By: Charles Moore

My husband and I would like to buy a house and rent out our condo. We can put down 5% and both have over 750 credit scores. Our income is pretty high but we’re worried we won’t qualify because of our first loan. I understand some lenders used to count 75% rental income towards your income but not anymore. Do any lenders allow a flexible debt/income ratio? more...

Asked on 9/8/2009
Cm_web_thumb

Charles Moore

QUESTION: Hi, Looking forward to the launch of our new site. How often will I likely see stories from CEO Charles Moore? I appreciate his candor about the realities of the SF Bay Area market. -Peter
Answered By: Charles Moore

more...

Asked on 8/8/2009
Cm_web_thumb

Charles Moore

QUESTION: Are Lending Practices Changing Almost Every Week?

Example: 2 of my closings this year were FHA loans. Neither required termite (section 1) clearance. Things changed on April 1st. (how ironic) Even a traditional loan with 25% down and 800+ credit scores on a condo with a well maintained HOA is like pulling teeth. One would think that the banking institutions would want to make things smooth for the well qualified buyer. Question: Does anyone se... more...

Asked on 7/13/2009

Phyllis Ann McArthur