April V Jones, Broker Realtor

05/07/2025

Are you a property owner experiencing renters who have not paid rent? There are rent collection agencies who specialize in collecting and reporting late rent payments to the three primary credit bureaus: Rapid Recovery, Contingency Collection and Rapid + Contingency. All are fee based.

18/04/2025

Where are my buyers at?

Alameda County and Contra Costa County have current programs that will provide up to $200,000 in supportive funding to purchase a home: sfr, condo and townhouse.

You will need to fill out an application and take an 8-hour HUD training. Is going back to school for 8 hours' worth purchasing your first home? Get pre-approved for the loan!

Opportunity is knocking! DM me for details at 415-336-0007 or [email protected]

Thank you

04/04/2025

You are looking at buying a home and you have a Broker/Agent who is offering a choice of new home buyer rewards at the Close of Escrow. Which would you choose?

A. 1 year of Home Warranty Coverage
B. 1 year of Pest Control Service
C. Home Depot gift card

03/02/2025

If You Don't Know, Now You Know!

Are you a potential buyer? Good, but let's visit the NAR (National Association of Realtors) settlement for buyers in California and what should occur.

Written Buyer Broker Agreement Requirement

In California, real estate professionals must now have a written buyer broker agreement (such as C.A.R. Form BRBC or PSRA). Please make sure buyer clients sign before you show them a property! For more information, please visit C.A.R.’s

29/01/2025

Let's talk BMR properties. BMR stands for 'below market rate'. These are brand new or newish homes put up for lottery by various cities in the Bay Area: Oakland, Concord, San Francisco, etc. They are an opportunity for low to mid income families to get into their first home, establish/increase credit portfolio, have stability. There are income limits according to family size. From the City of Santa Clara:

"The Pre-Application Period is NOW OPEN for two 3-bedroom BMR units located in buildings 3051 and 3045 El Camino Real, The deadline to submit an application is FEBRUARY 7th, 2025 to be considered for the Application Lottery. City of Santa Clara, is excited to be sharing the opportunity to purchase four (4) Below Market Rate Homes recently completed by Taylor Morrison located at 3041, 3051 and 3045 El Camino in the City of Santa Clara. These condo's and townhomes consist of 1- bedroom, 2- bedroom and 3- bedroom homes and are available to Low-income and Moderate-Income households.

Please Note: In order to submit a pre-application by the FEBRUARY 7th DEADLINE, you will need to meet with a RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LENDER and obtain a pre-qualification letter supporting the purchase price of the units.(hellohousing.org)"
https://www.hellohousing.info/below-market-rate/santa-clara

Don't have one mortgage lender, reach out to me and let's get you and your family started.

Hello Housing administers the City of Santa Clara's Below Market Rate Ownership program, supporting homeowners and first-time homebuyers succeed in navitating the pathway into affordable homeownership!

28/10/2024

Reading a good article is advisable if you plan to own or already own property. Similar to how one remains vigilant with their checking accounts and credit cards, it's wise to periodically review your deed information with your Title company.

Real estate transactions continue to be a prime target for fraudsters searching for financial gain. One scheme that has gained a recent uptick is seller impersonation fraud – a type of fraud in which bad actors impersonate property owners to try to sell real estate they don’t own. Knowing how th...

12/09/2024

PRICE REDUCTION TO SELL! Bring a little sweat equity to this, low maintenance living for a busy lifestyle in the Bay Area!! 2399 E 14th St, #93, San Leandro. Mobile home needs work. Reduction in price takes that into consideration.

2019 model, 1br, l 1ba with shower. Conveniently positioned for quick in and out access in this quiet, family park. Recessed lighting, washer/dryer hook ups.

Six minutes West to Bayfair Shopping Center and five minutes East to San Leandro's vibrant downtown shopping and fresh farmer's market. Monthly income of at least 3x the rent space required.

26/08/2024

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12/07/2024

COME TO THE OPEN HOUSE IN HAYWARD. 12-2PM, SUNDAY, 7/14/24.

A MUST SEE! Step into this open space concept, double wide, corner lot mobile home. This park is dedicated to the 55+ (all other occupants must be 18+). This 3 BR, 2BA home boasts a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, large living room for entertaining family and guests, laminated wood floor, carp...