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Parents Helping Their Kids Buy Homes

Parents helping kids compete in bidding wars Source: Wall St. Journal To help their adult children, more parents are reportedly taking out equity in their own home so their child can buy a home of their own. More parents are finding that their adult children need the extra financial footing in order to compete in…

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Beer Garden at Gillman and Curtis in North Berkeley

Driving by Gilman and Curtis Road in North Berkeley and saw an amazing outdoor beer garden. Stopped to investigate and picked up dinner. Vegetarian Sandwich, Chicken Chipotle Bowl and amazing fries. A must try. Sorry to not stay for people watching and a leisurely beer. Tempting. Next time!

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How interest rate jumps affect purchase decisions and affordability in CA

Mortgage rates have shot up in the two weeks following the election, moving to highest levels in two years, with the 30-year fixed rate loan at 4.25 percent. This has instantly pushed up the cost of borrowing and home purchasing for many people in California, caused many to try to lock in current rates and…

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First Home!

We were able to find the perfect home for this wonderful couple. This was the first home they truly fell in love with. They mobilized quickly, buyoemsoftonline.com trusted the process, and we came in at what we believed to be the perfect offer price. Unfortunately, another buyer came in at the same price with all…

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