Buying my first condo in Oakland CA with Brian Santilena
Brian was very knowledgeable about the market and was patient with me, allowing me to investigate a few different areas before zeroing in on the right one for me. He was also very helpful throughout the closing process, working with the seller and my lender to ensure that things were completed in a timely […]
First time Buyer in Oakland’s Montclair area
“As a single mom and first time home buyer, I really leaned on Brian to help guide me through the process. Brian gave me candid and sound advice, pointed out things I would have overlooked and helped me make good decisions. He was very available to me every step of the way, and really […]
Interest rates are going up when buying a home in Oakland and Piedmont CA
If you’re thinking of buying a home in Oakland or Piedmont, LOAN RATES ARE GOING UP! I’ve been speaking with Brian Moggan (Branch Manager with Mason McDuffie Mortgage) and after quite a bit of technical mortgage discussion I think the bottom line is that mortgage rates are going to be going up. Some facts to […]
Oakland hills firestorm
The Oakland Hills firestorm of 1991 is credited with burning over 3300 homes and over 1520 acres. 25 people lost their lives and the financial impact exceeded $1.5 billion. We have just passed the 20 year anniversary from that disaster and many ongoing efforts have been and are being made to ensure that a disaster […]
Oakland condos with views
Oakland condos with views 200 Lakeside Drive #301 is one of the finest examples of Beaux Arts architecture and is rare Oakland condo with views. Contact Brian Santilena Realtor and CRS with Pacific Union International real estate to arrange a private showing. Features Include:
Homes for sale in Temescal Oakland CA 360 degree view
Homes for sale, Real Estate & Info about Temescal in Oakland CA DRAG on photo to see Panorama View Temescal in Oakland CA has been in a rebuilding phase since about 2000 and it has really come into its own. It is in close proximity to lower Rockridge and the residential section of Temescal. Some terrific restaurants such […]
City of Oakland – Piedmont Sewer Lateral Ordinance
City of Oakland – Piedmont CA sewer lateral ordinance is on the way. The Federal EPA is requiring cities to implement a sewer lateral compliance ordinance that forces a home Buyer or Seller (or home remodels over a certain cost) to ensure that waste pipe running from the home to the city main is in […]
Oakland Piedmont and Berkeley home sales for 2009 – 2011
View homes for sale in Oakland or homes for sale in Piedmont Ca here. Our local real estate sales for homes sold in Oakland, Piedmont and Berkeley have been performing well on a year over year basis. Trophy areas such as Piedmont, Montclair, Rockridge, North Berkeley, Solano Avenue etc. have fared exceptionally well. Those “trophy” […]
Oakland – Montclair Homes for sale – 6800 Colton Blvd
Oakland – Montclair Homes for sale – 6800 Colton Blvd. I have a new listing coming on the market the fist week of June located at 6800 Colton Blvd in the Oakland Hills – Montclair neighborhood. There will be a full photo website showing all of the terrific features of this 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home for sale. […]
Homes for sale in Oakland CA real estate magazine
Homes for sale in Oakland CA via complementary American Lifestyle Magazine Download a complementary copy here I’ve been sending a bi-montly American Lifestyle Magazine to my clients for the past couple of years and I’ve gotten pretty good feedback. Especially about some of the recepies. Now I am offering it digitally as well. Download your free copy to […]
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