When it comes to getting a home loan, there are so many institutions to choose from. Big national companies like Quicken Loans have the ability to lend anywhere in the nation.  Lenders can be attractive to home buyers for many reasons. Low rates, cash back after close of escrow or the ability to close a loan without charging the buyer any upfront points to produce the loan. With this said, there are are other key issues that should be taken into account when making a final decision.

Sometimes other priorities for the borrower (other than the loan rate, points, etc) can take precedent. I recently closed a transaction in which the buyer needed to secure a home loan but due to the complication of owning another home (with mortgage) that needed to be

The Grubb Company has released are 2015 market share report and some exciting things are happening in our neighborhoods. We are experiencing urban growth in our communities of Oakland, Piedmont, Berkeley and surrounding towns.  As a new generation rethinks how they want to work and live, they are reshaping the overall urban experience and making it a more walkable and authentic experience.  Through these actions we are seeing a transformation of our community in the arts, handmade manufacturing and outstanding culinary experiences.  

The Grubb Company continues to represent more qualified buyers and luxury listings than any other real estate company in our marketplace. Some of my recent sales with the Grubb Company can be viewed here.  

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