I had the great pleasure of helping my buyers with the purchase of this home in the Laurelwood neighborhood in San Mateo. The duplex is in a great neighborhood, with quick access to major highways.
Home Sellers – Should You Always Accept An All Cash Offer?
If you’re in a large metropolitan area like San Francisco, New York, or LA, you’re probably well aware how insane the real estate market is. This insanity involves a large number of buyers/investors that make offers with all cash. In my daily … [Continue reading]
Try This Herb-Roast Turkey For Thanksgiving.
By far Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. How can it not be with the gathering of family, and of course the food. Like most, the star of my family meal is the turkey. We all have our "go to" recipe for the turkey. Without a doubt, my turkey … [Continue reading]
When Your Appraisal Value Comes In Lower Than The Purchase Price
As a buyer or a seller, the appraisal is one of the key parts in the home sale transaction. If you're the buyer, you have to get an appraisal to get a loan. As a home seller, one of the key stumbling blocks on the sale is having the home appraise for … [Continue reading]
Realtor Magazine Chooses Shaun Arceneaux For Best Use Of Free Social Media Network
Realtor Magazine, the trade magazine for the National Association of Realtors, recognized me, Shaun Arceneaux, for my use of a free social network. Specifically, they recognized my use of the photo sharing site Instagram. Shaun Arceneaux is a … [Continue reading]
My McDonald’s Commercial – Why Timing Is Everything
Yes, I was in a McDonald's commercial. It wasn't planned, and I didn't audition for it. It was just one of those "once in a lifetime" things that just happened. It was a testament to the saying "timing is everything". … [Continue reading]
Time Frames For Getting A New Home Loan After A Short Sale
Here are some general time frames for getting a new home loan after going through a short sale. … [Continue reading]
Start Dates For San Mateo Schools: 2013
It's almost that time. Here are some start dates for San Mateo area schools. … [Continue reading]
I’m A Frustrated Home Buyer! What Do I Do In Today’s Market?
Spring/Summer of 2013 is turning into one of the most frustrating home buying seasons for buyers. Low interest rates, super low housing inventory, and incredibly hyped media reports are making it hard for willing buyers to successfully get into … [Continue reading]
Online Chat On 4/28/13 @ 5pm pst: Ask Us Your Real Estate Questions
Ask Us Your Real Estate Questions! Do you have a real estate related question? Want to know how the Bay Area real estate market is really doing? Are there terms or concepts you just don't understand? Ask us anything you want about real … [Continue reading]