If you are looking for homes for sale in Pleasanton or a Dublin Ranch Condo… You need to avoid these 10 Mistakes Buyers Make.

1. Making an offer and not being prequalified- Being prequalified will make everything in your life easier. If you think you qualify for a Pleasanton home at $800,000, you may not be. A lender will look at your income, debt, etc. to determine the price range you can afford. This is the 1st step you as a home buyer need to take.

2. Skipping a Home Inspection- When you are buying that beautiful home don’t try to save money by passing on an inspection. A lot of what an inspector looks for is hiding.

3. Limiting your search to open houses, ads or the internet- Many times a home in a newspaper or magazine is sold by the time it hits the stand. As for the internet, a lot of information is out of date because not all websites use direct feeds from the MLS. Contact a Realtor who specializes in the Pleasanton neighborhood you are interested in, they will get you into a home before an open house and get you info in a timely manner.

4. Choosing a limited service real estate agent- When you need info right away, want to see a home on short notice, need experience to help you buy your largest asset, hire a pro! When you hire a part time agent, you get limited experience.

5. Thinking there is only one perfect home- It is a process of elimination when buying a home. New homes come on weekly so being open to different styles while still meeting your goals is important.

6. Not looking long term- Look down the road 5 years to see what life may look like and purchase a home that will work with your changing life. A 1 bedroom might not work too well if you are planning to have a few kids in the coming years.

7. Not examining insurance issues- Purchase adequate insurance on the advice of an insurance agent. They can provide answers to any concerns you may have.

8. Not getting a home protection plan- This is an insurance policy of its own. This plan will protect basic repair needs you may encounter one year out from close of escrow.

9. Not looking at total costs- After you talk to a lender, talk to a Realtor to get an estimate of the total monthly costs involved. You will want to talk to your CPA to see what your tax return will look like for the year in which you purchase.

10. Not following through on due diligence- Make a list of concerns you have such as; schools, crime, neighborhoods, noise, traffic. Not doing your homework can have a negative effect on your purchase. Contact a Realtor who sells a lot in the neighborhood you are interested in.

FOLLOW THESE STEPS AND BUYING THAT PLEASANTON HOME OR DUBLIN RANCH CONDO WILL BE AN EVEN BETTER DECISION.

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Homes for sale in Pleasanton, CA are seeing more action then they did 4 months ago. Pleasanton home sales are up, after all it is Spring buying time. Not only are sales up month over month for Pleasanton homes, but the amount of buyers looking at homes is increasing too. We are not seeing 20% over bids on homes, but we are seeing more homes selling faster.

Last month the average Pleasanton home sold for $864,000 at $344 per square foot in 63 days.

Here is a complete list of Pleasanton Home Sales for May 2009

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Have you talked to a Pleasanton Realtor about the market? Now you can…

How is your Pleasanton Home value? Where is your Pleasanton Home value going and is there a recovery in sight for Tri Valley Housing? If you are curious as to what is happening in the Pleasanton real estate market, come by the town hall meeting.

Location: Veterans Hall, 301 Main St. Pleasanton

Date: Wednesday, May 27th 7:00pm-8:30pm

The 2nd Annual Pleasanton Real Estate Town Hall is sponsored by the City of Pleasanton, Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce, Pleasanton Weekly and the BayEast Association of Realtors. Panelists include Pat Huffman, 2009 BayEast President, George Duarte of the California Association of Mortgage Brokers and Jacqueline Rickman of the Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center.

For more information 2009 Pleasanton Town Hall Flyer

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As Pleasanton Realtors specializing in the Ironwood neighborhood, it would only be fitting to sponsor a neighborhood garage sale. We did it last week in the Jensen/Amador neighborhood and we had a great turnout.

This Saturday May 16th 8:30-2:00

Featured items being sold: bedroom furniture, dressers, interior decorator items, couches, baby items…

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Why Live in Pleasanton? A Look at the Pleasanton Community

Pleasanton Schools

As Pleasanton Realtors, we know nothing is more important than your kids. If they are school age then one of the first things you look for in a city to move to is great schools. Pleasanton schools score among the top of all schools in the nation. Amador High School and Foothill High School were named ‘Nation’s Best High Schools’. With a 2008 API score just under 900 for the district and the highest scoring Pleasanton school at 959, Pleasanton API scores are among the highest in the area.

580 / 680 Commute

Probably second on criteria for people looking at homes for sale in Pleasanton is commute. Traffic is a huge concern in and around Pleasanton, from the Stoneridge Extension to Highway 84. Construction is underway to build an 11-mile carpool lane on EB I-580 which is the second most congested freeway in the Bay Area. Also SB I-680 HOT lane project is underway with a 2010 completion date. The El Charro interchange is also under construction to improve traffic movement at the North East corner of Pleasanton where the Staples Ranch development will be.

Downtown Pleasanton

Walkability is huge for Pleasanton home buyers that like to go out. Downtown Pleasanton is surrounded by some of the most beautiful homes in the Tri Valley and with events like Concerts in the Park, First Wednesday Street Party, Pleasanton Farmer’s Market and great restaurants like Haps, Bocci, and Barone’s - Downtown Pleasanton has the culture, entertainment and ‘hang out’ spots every great Downtown needs. Downtown Pleasanton homes only add to this charm and artistry the soon to be opened Pleasanton Firehouse Arts Center will bring. With a history over 100 years, Downtown Pleasanton has the charm, variety of restaurants and night life Downtown Livermore, Downtown Danville are both seeking to achieve.

Pleasanton Master Planned Community

For many years Pleasanton was know as ‘The City of Planned Progress’ from our 43 neighborhoods, regional and community parks, pedestrian friendly downtown and balance of business and residential, we have come a long way from being the ‘Most Desperate Town in the West’. The fact that Pleasanton has a master plan gives the city direction on growth and gives charm, stability and a greater community feel. A far better model than the ‘whatever’ zoning of some cities. On May 13, 2009 the Planning Commission held a public hearing as part of the 2005-2025 proposed General Plan.

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The Jensen/Amador neighborhood in Pleasanton is the place to be Saturday May 9th from 8:30 -2:00. We will be hosting a neighborhood garage sale since we are Pleasanton Realtors specializing in homes sold here.

There will be bookcases, desks, baby clothes, collectables, kitchen goods, patio furniture, couches…

Here is a flyer of Neighborhood Garage Sale participants

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Is the market recovering? Depends on who you talk to… i believe we still have room to go in the upper end of the market, but homes below $600k are flying off the market.

Tri Valley Home Sales for April 2009

Pleasanton Home Sales April 2009

Dublin Home Sales April 2009

Livermore Home Sales April 2009

San Ramon Home Sales April 2009

Danville Home Sales April 2009

Let me know your thoughts, data is above and we have posted home sales for the last year…

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Why are home sales HOT in the Tri Valley?

1. $8,000 Tax credit for first time buyers
2. Pricing is equal or less than rent in some areas Dublin Ranch Condos
3. Interest rates are historically low Green Mortgage Group
4. Slow 2007 & 2008… People who were waiting are now entering
5. Inventory is low for non Short Sale or REO homes (People are looking for quality now)

Tri Valley Home Sales for March 2009

Pleasanton Home Sales March 2009

Dublin Home Sales March 2009

Livermore Home Sales March 2009

San Ramon Home Sales March 2009

Danville Home Sales March 2009

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If you want to get a deal, you need to follow these steps on scoring big and making your friends jealous.

How to make Foreclosures in Pleasanton a ‘DEAL’ and a ’STEAL’

1. Get a list of Foreclosures in Pleasanton - email us  and we will get you Foreclosures in Pleasanton
2. Research the Pleasanton neighborhood - Ironwood Pleasanton (no Foreclosures here). We recently started doing Pleasanton Neighborhood Spotlights so check back often. Also, drive around the neighborhood at off times like night and weekdays.
3. Have your ducks in a row. Approved loan, budget in mind, narrowed down neighborhoods, property type focused on… You must be ready to JUMP when the right foreclosure comes up. Remember, Pleasanton dosen’t have a lot of foreclosures, so when a deal presents itself you better be ready.
4. Remember that foreclosures are the hot buzz right now and a lot of people with a lot of cash are buying them, so have solid financing in place and your action plan set.
5. Look for bargains on fixing up the home. Find a homeowner doing a kitchen remodel and buy their cabinets, buy appliances off craigslist, flooring can also be purchased cheaply from retailers closing up shop. Not all homes need thousands upon thousands poured into them. Get a deal on the house and a deal on what you put in the house too.
6. Hire a Realtor who has sold foreclosures in Pleasanton. Nothing is worse than losing out because your agent didn’t know how to follow the banks guidelines.
7. Get inspections! Foreclosures many times are sold as-is so don’t get too far ahead of yourself with repairs and upgrades. Just because it’s sold as-is dosen’t mean you cant investigate the potential issues.
8. Ask a neighbor. See what they like about the neighborhood, or don’t like.
9. Act like a boy scout, always be prepared. Meaning do your homework and know what your getting into.
10. Call the Moxley Team! After 4 Generations of selling real estate, we can set an action plan up for you.

For a list of Foreclosures in Pleasanton email us

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If you want a list of foreclosures in Dublin Ranch comment above or email us.

Why buy in Dublin Ranch Villages (Dublin Ranch Condos)

• Buying vs. renting: Compare 4333 Clarinbridge Cir. (Dublin Ranch Villas Condo). Purchase price of $329,000 with 5% down. Total monthly payments are $1,900 including HOA! This would rent for $2,000-$2,100. (Double check with a lender)
• New Developments: From the Dublin Ranch Promenade to Grafton Station. The night life and walking ease is going to be the best in the area. What would you pay to be walking distance to Club Sport or Buffalo Wild Wings (Sports Bar). Don’t forget the Grafton Plaza development.
• Location: This is an obvious one! Condos in Dublin Ranch are located extremely close to 580/680, BART, and the ACE train in Pleasanton. Safeway is across the street, Trader Joe’s is 3 minutes away and you can walk to Stacy’s, Armadillo Willy’s, Amici’s Pizza and Peet’s coffee! There is a dog park here too
• Quality: Built by Toll Bros., the Villages at Dublin Ranch are by far superior to any other condos in the area when you add everything together. Granite counters, gas cooking, tile and hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, indoor laundry, attached garages, large bedrooms and open floor plans…

Comment above or email us for a list of available Dublin Ranch Condos for sale

Check out the Dublin Ranch Villages location below, click Satellite button for a different view.

Comment above or email us for a list of available Dublin Ranch Condos

Nobody sells more Dublin Ranch Condos than the Moxley Team, since 2005! #1 Team in Dublin Ranch Villages

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