Greetings from B & A Realtors
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Greetings!
Why work with area Real Estate Agent Specialist?
Having a good relationship with your real estate agent can make the difference between a smooth transaction and a mess. If you're making a cross-town or a move to a neighboring community, your agent may be a good choice if the agent specializes in the area where you'll be selling and not necessarily the one that you want to represent you in the purchase.
Sometimes, agents who do multiple transactions with clients offer a break on the commission to ensure your repeat business. However, the possibility of a modest savings shouldn't blind you to pitfalls of working with an agent who is unfamiliar with the territory.
Your buying agent needs to have extensive knowledge of local pricing to accurately advise you about the current market. As a buyer you could offer too much or too little if your agent isn't up on prices in the area.
Neighborhoods next door to one another can have very different pricing structures. As multiple listing services (MLSs) coalesce into larger entities, out-of-area agents have access to listing information for communities far afield from where they specialize. There is more to accurate pricing than simply analyzing data from the MLS, especially in areas that have a lot of variability in the housing market. For example, a two- bedroom, two-bath villa in one area of the Villages Golf & Country Club, might sell for $200,000 while a similar sized villa in the adjacent village, would likely sell for $350,000.
Offers written by out-of-area agents frequently reflect lack of knowledge about local custom, such as whether the buyer or seller pays fees like title insurance and transfer taxes. Another area of concern in a niche market like the over 55 communities, is the rental restrictions, number of people living in the villa, age of residents and an in-depth understanding of what is included in the Association Fees.
The best bet is to ask your out-of-area agent to find an agent for you who has expertise in the new area, and who has a work ethic and style you'll appreciate.
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Prices are at the mid 2000's offerings!
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Now is the time to purchase, don't let an opportunity to purchase with low interest rates and lower prices pass you by. Prices are rising in The Villages so don't wait...today is the BEST day to purchase! We have Villas and homes currently being offered from the
mid $200,000's to $700,000+. CALL today (408) 274.8766 for a tour and to find your home in this "hidden gem" in Santa Clara Valley. To preview CURRENT Villages listings, go to The Villages Listings. |
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PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT
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Please Note:
Assessor Larry Stone has announced that most Santa Clara County property tax assessments will be restored to the original purchase price (plus the Prop 13 annual 2 percent increase) on July 1 for the 2013 / 2014 tax year.
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"Like" B & A Realtors. I welcome you, your family and/or friends to become my new neighbors in this beautiful gated community.
Sincerely,
Carla
Oh, By The Way, I'm never too busy for your Referrals
Client/Business Associate Testimonial: "Carla has been working in real estate for many years. She is knowledgeable in all areas. She specializes with seniors buying and selling their homes in the San Jose area. I highly recommend Carla as a respected agent especially at The Villages Golf and Country Club in San Jose."
- Sally Patton Mellinger, San Carlos, CA Quote for the month: "What we see depends mainly on what we look for." - John Lubbock |
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SAVE THE DATE - OCTOBER 5, 2013
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The Villages Italian Club will be having an Italian Street Faire.
Tickets will go on sale beginning September 21, 2013.
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The Villages Golf & Country Club
Luxury properties, professionally landscaped, Golf Course views, City views, openness of the community, trees, and waterfalls.
We have many properties for sale in this Resort-Style Senior Living for the Active Adult 55 years + that range in price from mid $200,000's to $700,000+. To receive an EXCLUSIVE tour of the community and preview selected properties, CALL TODAY - 408.274.8766.
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SAFETY TIP
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Photoelectric Smoke Alarms will respond quicker to smoke. Please check all your alarms today and add at least one to protect your family.
Ionization vs. Photoelectric Smoke Alarms
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JULY - Villages Club Latino
| The Purpose of Club Latino is to keep alive and share the Latino culture by sharing food, music, cultural events and fiestas with all other Villagers.
Club Latino will be sharing with all on Saturday, August 10, 2013 Gran Fiesta BBQ at the Gazebo. Food, music, and friendship. Get your reservation in early to Rudy Lopez (408.274.9274).
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| Carla Griffin
Broker/Owner
CRS/SRES
BRE#00710852
California Licensee
B & A Realtors 6218 Wehner Way
San Jose, CA 95135
Email to Carla
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