Hi Friends & Family! The benefits of homeownership are many. However, there are situations when buying a home may not be the right thing to do. Here are Three reasons why it may be a bad time to buy. Check out this video Reach out for more Tips! – Smooches, Kimberly
House Hacking.. Low Down Payment on Multi-Family Homes
Hi Friends & Family, Have you ever wanted to “house hack” as a way to building wealth through real estate but the down payment requirement was a barrier? Incredible news from Fannie Mae from one of my trusted Mortgage Banking partners; Brenda Wyatt at La Salle Mortgage. Want to learn more? You […]
Three Biggest Mistakes I See Buyers Make
Hi Friends & Family! The 3 Biggest Mistakes I See Buyers Make: Check out this Video 👉Not being pre-approved for a mortgage 👉Not reading the sellers disclosure package 👉Not working with one real estate agent These mistakes cost Buyers time and money: Hours spent looking at houses outside the Buyer’s budget or missing […]
Don’t Believe the Hype! – Home Buying Misconceptions
Hi Friends & Family! I often get the question: “Can I buy a home with less than 20% Down Payment?”. The answer: “Yes!! You Can” Check out this video & Reach out to learn how. – Smooches, Kimberly
Introduction Kimberly Gates
Hi Friends & Family! It’s Your Girl in the Real Estate Business! The market has been wild. Do you have questions about your property’s value in this changing market? Contact me for an Asset Review. CLICK HERE TO WATCH
Compass Curated | November 2023
Hi Friends & Family! Welcome to Compass Curated, a collection of our most prestigious properties across the country. Enjoy over a TALL glass of Sweet Tea! Smooches!- -Kimberly FEATURED PROPERTY 191 Ridgebury Rd, Ridgefield, CT View Property ARIZONA Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Greater Arizona Explore Arizona CALIFORNIA East Bay, Greater Los Angeles, Greater Palm […]
On the Ground Insight : CA Home Insurance Market 2023
Hi Friends & Family! There are major changes happening in the California Home Insurance market. Take a listen to this video – AND – check with your insurance provider about your home insurance policy. – – Smooches, Kimberly <<< CLICK TO VIEW VIDEO >>>
No Flour… No Problem!
In 2020 during the midst of a shortage of many things…including flour. I found a lovely flourless chocolate cake receipe. Flour is now available and my love of chocolate desserts continue. Here is a replay of that blog. Enjoy! – Kimberly *********************************************************************************** April 19, 2020, My 2nd attempt at buying flour has failed… yet… Ghiradelli […]
West Contra Costa County
The East Bay’s Quiet Kept Secret Welcome to the East Bay cities of El Cerrito, Richmond, Pinole, El Sobrante, Hercules, and Crockett. Walkable neighborhoods, backyards, public outdoor space, warm summers, and shops/restaurants/cafes……… Don’t tell everyone!! Contra Costa County….which I affectionately call “CoCo County” (tongue-twister) is Alameda County’s suburban neighbor to the north-east & west. West […]
“The Town” It’s Exciting, Vibrant, and Now
Oakland’s neighborhoods, people, and lively shopping districts draw residents to the East Bay’s largest city – an exciting, vibrant, urban community. From large homes that dot the in long-established Sequoyah Hills-Chabot Park neighborhoods in the southeast; the community pride found in the Havenscourt-Maxwell Park-Fruitvale-Dimond-Allendale districts closer to downtown; the tree-lined streets of the Glenview-Oakmore-Trestle Glen […]