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Mount Umunhum A well-known landmark in the bay area, Mount Umunhum shows evidence of the recent storm. Residents of Almaden, Cambrian, Blossom Valley, Campbell and surrounding Silicon Valley communities may only appreciate the beautiful view of Mount Umunhum from the valley floor. The space is not open to the...
US Tax Dollars pay prison inmates over $9M in Homebuyer Tax Credits According to Treasury Inspection General for Tax Administration (“TIGTA”) “Additional Steps Are Needed to Prevent and Recover Erroneous Claims for the First-Time Homebuyer Credit. “A breakdown in fraud controls allowed prison inmates to apply for and receive...
Fannie Mae wants borrowers to act in Good Faith in working out an alternative solution with the servicer. Simply walking away (“Strategic Default”) may subject a borrower to legal action to recoup the outstanding mortgage debt. This means, strategic defaulters may walk away from the property however under Fannie...
How does anyone lose a home? Aren’t they kinda big to lose? Afterall, a house is not like a set of keys … something a homeowner can misplace – right? While sitting at clients’ dining room table the other day their very upset 5 year old daughter interrupted her...
Let me understand you correctly … you have an agent and YOU are calling me about my listing? YOU, Mr. Buyer want to know: 1. Is the property vacant? 2. Is it a short sale? 3. How many days have home been on the market? 4. How many loans...
If you, or anyone you know, are looking to buy a San Jose Condo or Townhome, and your financing is FHA, then you need to know the FHA condominium approval process. As a San Jose Real Estate Broker, Certified Short Sale Specialist and Certified HAFA Specialist, I know firsthand...
On Thursday, June 3, 2010, the California Senate approved a new foreclosure bill SB 1275. With a 21 to 12 vote, SB 1275 will be heard by the Assembly Banking Committee before it goes to the full Assembly for a vote. Sen. Mark Leno (D-San Francisco) and Senate President...
Property Details Living at its best in this 2 bed 2 bath home in San Jose, California with 1,202 sq living space. Fireplace, private balcony, walk-in closets, and modern kitchen make this a perfect home. Pool on property.
Mortgage Modification Scams in the market today … according to Financial Crimes Enforcement Network “First, subjects conned homeowners into signing quit-claim deeds to their properties, then sold homes from under the former owner to straw (fabricated) borrowers; the homeowners subsequently received eviction notices. Second, other scammers falsely claimed affiliations...
“People facing foreclosure should avoid any company or individual that requires a fee in advance, guarantees to stop a foreclosure or modify a loan, or advises the homeowner to stop paying the mortgage company.” Federal Trade Commission Always avoid offers to modify your mortgage in exchange for upfront fees....
Silver Creek Valley homes for sale Week ending April 3, 2010 compared to April 4, 2009 San Jose Silver Creek Valley 95138 There were 46 Silver Creek Valley homes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes in the week ending April 3, 2010 compared to 73 Silver...
Only a select few homeowners facing the possibility of a San Jose Ca foreclosure actually qualify for a mortgage modification. Most distressed San Jose Ca homeowners are so far behind on their mortgages that they can’t make their modified payments during the trial period. This means the modifications never...
If you have abandoned homes in your San Jose neighborhood then you may want to take action! San Jose Municipal Code 17.38 specifically requires property owners, and this includes banks/mortgage lenders of foreclosed homes, to maintain them in a manner that restricts unauthorized entry. In addition, property owners are...
Cambrian Park San Jose Ca homes for sale week ending June 20, 2009 compared to June 21, 2008. Cambrian Park San Jose Ca homes – 95124 Cambrian Park San Jose Ca homes – 95118 There were 82 Cambrian Park San Jose Ca homes for sale, including short sales and...