Contra Costa
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Buyer Resources
Preparing to Buy a HomeThere are many pitfalls you can avoid when you are in the market to buy a home. Here are a few tips and strategies to help you prepare for success.....
Should you Rent or Buy?
The number of households that can afford to buy an entry level home in Contra Costa County has increased to 46% in 2010, up from 17% in 2006. Should you join the ranks of renters who have become home owners?
Buying an Investment Property
Real estate investment is all about the numbers. The initial cost, the rehabilitation costs (if any), the market rents, cash-flow, and the long-term rate of return compared to other investment opportunities.....
Buying a Fixer-Upper
It has happened to every house hunter.......the house is in a perfect location in a great neighborhood in your preferred school district at a great price but the house is awful.....
Smart Home Buying articles:
Open House - Look Past Pretty, Look Past Ugly and Look at the Structure
Common Property Inspections on Real Estate Transactions
Carefully Review ALL of the Homeowners Association Documents
This article specifies the documents you should receive and what you should look for when you purchase a home or condo that has a Homeowners Association.
Buying a home in a Habitat Sensitivity Area may impact the use of your home
