James Haywood's Real Estate Perspective

Just Listed! 140 South Van Ness #431

jameshaywood — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 18:08:50 +0000

Offered at: $619,000

· Two Master Suites

· Private Balcony

· Skyline Views

· Washer/Dryer

· Spacious Closets

· Additional Storage

· Parking

Live in the heart of the City! Close to the SOMA, Hayes Valley, and The Inner Mission neighborhoods with the convenience of public transportation and freeway access.

Wonderful corner unit with a highly desirable floor plan featuring two separate master suites, private balcony, in-unit laundry, hardwood floors and carpeted bedrooms, limestone and marble bath. The open plan kitchen/living/dining area is perfect for entertaining. The building also features additional storage, a gym, courtyard with barbecue, and parking. Low HOA fee of $404.55 per month.

www.140SouthVanNess.com

Paragon, James Haywood 415.516.0159 and Kristina Hansen 415.519.5975

www.140SouthVanNess.com

Paragon, James Haywood 415.516.0159 and Kristina Hansen 415.519.5975

CA Association of Realtors Homebuyer Tax Credit Chart

jameshaywood — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 20:17:37 +0000

An easy-to-read chart has been provided by the California Association of Realtors outlining both California and Federal Tax Credits associated with homeownership.

Click here for Homebuyer Tax Credit Chart

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The information contained herein is believed accurate as of April 13, 2009. It is intended to provide general answers to general questions and is not intended as a substitute for individual legal advice. Advice in specific situations may differ depending upon a wide variety of factors. Therefore, readers with specific legal questions should seek the advice of an attorney.

Pre-Market Opportunities

jameshaywood — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:54:50 +0000

These properties are either coming into the MLS in the next few weeks or will not be marketed by the agent in MLS. For an opportunity to view them prior to the rest of the market, please contact me. There is also a note about properties that buyers are looking for – do you have a property to sell?

Upcoming listings:

$2,675,000/ Telegraph Hill/ Green Street BR/BA: 3/3.5 PKG: 2

Brief Description: Sophisticated contemporary view home, 3-bedrooms with baths en suite, roof deck (unwarranted), plus solar panels on roof (meter runs backwards!).

$1,495,000/Glen Park/ Chilton BR/BA: 4/3 PKG: 2

Brief Description: SFH gutted, renovated and expanded about 5-6yrs ago. Huge family room, separate office, high-end appliances, gas grill and sound system incl. This home is conveniently located just 3 blocks to BART. OPEN Sun 2-4

$619,000/ South of Market/South Van Ness BR/BA: 2/2 PKG: 1

Brief Description: Excellent floor plan with two separate master suites, private balcony, located in the heart of the city. MUST SEE!

Pocket Listings:

$TBD/ Potrero Hill / Kansas Street BR/BA: 3/1 PKG: 1

Brief Description: Handsome Marina-style home on Potrero Hill with views from home and garden.

$TBD / Corona Heights / Beaver St BR/BA: 1/1 PKG: 1

Brief Description: Meticulously maintained condo in Marina-style building. Remodeled kitchen and bath. Period detail and woodburning fireplace. Huge storage in garage. Downtown views. Approx. 863SF per the condo map.

Unusual Buyer Need:

Price Range: Any Price

Neighborhoods: Marina or Cow Hollow

Brief Comments: Pocket listing needed for my buyer, does not want anything on

MLS, ANY SIZE Let’s make a deal!

[Upcoming Listings]

jameshaywood — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 10:42:03 +0000

These properties will be coming on the market soon, for the opportunity of viewing them before they go into the MLS, please contact me.

$710,000 Bernal : 2 Bed /2 Bath 1pkg Beautifully remodeled SFD/ Sunny bright rooms/ Granite & stainless kit/ hrwd flrs/ wdbr frpl/ Bonus rm down

$849,000 PacificHeights: 2Bed/Bath 1 pkg 2 level unit with private garden and storage.

$889,000 Sausalito: 2 Bed /2Bath PKG: 2 :Stunning remodeled townhouse at the Willows. End unit, Over $150,000 in improvements

$1,079,000 RedwoodShores: 3+/2.5 2 car garage. Gorgeous SFR on the water.

$1,995,000 St. Francis Wood : Two story traditional 4 bd/2.5 ba home.

[ Professional Photography ]

jameshaywood — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 07:00:00 +0000

It never ceases to amaze me the things that some agents do. This photo was posted in the MLS for a home priced over 1.1 million dollars. I enlist the services of a professional photographer to capture every listing. It may surprise you to learn that not all companies or agents provide this service, or believe in the power of the image.

[ Upcoming Paragon Listings ]

jameshaywood — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 16:36:05 +0000

These properties will be coming on the market soon, for the opportunity of viewing them before they hit the MLS, please contact me.

$769,000 / SoMa / 1 car parking / large two level, loft-style townhome in a steel & concrete hi-rise, 17 ft windows, 1.5 baths, new teak flooring, loads of upgrades,

$899,000. Lone Mountain. 2-car side-by-side pkg for this unit only. Beautiful & quiet, this large top floor condo in a 2-condo HOA is sun-filled on 3 sides, has skylights, hdwd floors, a fireplace, FDR, eat-in kitchen, and nicely updated kitchen and baths.

$899,000 South Beach: 2/2 PKG:: Brazilian cherry floors, large walk-in closet and double sink master bath with limestone counters

$949,000 / Nob Hill / I car parking / Two bedroom TIC in a free standing Victorian 3 unit building. This space is newly renovated and has a private back yard as well as garage parking. Seller financing available.

$949,000 / Central Richmond 3/2.5 PKG::2 . Top-floor, two-level, completely remodeled condo in Mediterranean 2-unit building.

$1,100,000 / South Beach / 2BR/2BA/1PKG / Spacious unit w/large private balcony overlooking the waterfront and marina with views of the Bay and East Bay Hills. Hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, large upgraded closets and storage.

[ The 4 C’s of Home Shopping ]

jameshaywood — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 14:52:44 +0000

Calculate the true Cost:
The price tag is just the beginning. You also need to figure in the ongoing expenses of ownership.

Define “Acceptable” Condition:
To get the size or neighborhood you want, how much less than perfect can you live with?

Consider the Homes Capacity:
Judge the house by it’s layout, not the square footage.

Weigh the price of Convenience:
Your dollars may go farther if you do, but at what cost?

This is a short version of of an article that first appeared in Money
magazine that I have revised and give clients. For a complete version,
please e-mail me your request.

[ Save the Irrational Exuberance until the Vote ]

jameshaywood — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:58:11 +0000

As part of the economic stimulus package, an increase in the conforming limit could now be a reality, at least for a brief period. Congress and President Bush agreed, but have not voted yet, on a 1-yr increase in the conforming loan limit to $730K. There is not a lot of detail yet (there is confusion as to whether the $730K, or $725, is for high cost housing areas, or everywhere, and just what high cost areas are?). Hard to imagine that San Francisco won’t be one of them, but stay tuned…

Read More at: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/01/25/MNS7UL6SQ.DTL