Ms. San Francisco Real Estate (Janice Lee)

How an Area Can Affect the Value of your Property Have you heard this question, what is the going rate of a three bedroom bungalow in Dallas   vacant property for sale?   This is an indication that prices of similar properties differ according to neighborhood. The price of the same three bedroom bungalow will be different in New York. In real estate business, the location of a property is very important; most times people consider it more than the house details.  It is very important to consider the area you want to site or buy your property if you want to enhance its value. Once you have it, the next thing is to maintain it very well. You have control over your property but you may not be able to control the external factors affecting its value example road, security, power supply etc. Let us analyze how your neighborhood can affect the value of your property. ·         Highbrow Areas vs. Decrepit Areas The values of proper...

Two years in the making, but we finally did it. My clients and I both attended George Washington High School. They are high school sweethearts. With prices creeping up on us in the Sunset, it seemed like it may not have been possible to purchase in their dream location. Even with multiple offers, my strong relationship with the listing agent, my track record from past transactions and a strong o ffer package and personal letter, we were able to win and reach my clients dream of home ownership. Now they can start growing their family. Real estate is rewarding in that we help clients progress into the next stage in their life and also build wealth over time. With fixers selling for over $1,200,000 and over 20 offers, we were able to purchase this charming home in the Sunset for $1,180,000! It makes my heart full knowing that I played a part in helping them attain their goal and for a great price! Comparable homes were in the 1.2s and 1.3s! Please keep me in mind for...

From public housing to presidency: tips from an agent who built success from scratch From her beginnings as an immigrant in public housing to becoming a top-producing San Francisco agent and president of the Chinese Real Estate Association of America (CREAA), Janice Lee of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage shares her story of how passion, perseverance and strong mentorship can lead to real estate success. Combining her passion for helping others and her knack for real estate, Janice Lee has skyrocketed her business to the top 1% of San Francisco Bay Area real estate agents, plus #11 nationally with the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA). Janice’s journey is unique, but the lessons she learned along the way are applicable to many.   Janice came to San Francisco from Hong Kong with her mother at the age of four. Growing up, her family was able to put a roof over their heads through the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) which assists low-i...

Summer is upon us, folks. And as temperatures  almost reach the blistering 70-degree mark , it’s your job to keep cool. To help you get started, we’ve complied a list of the best beaches in the Bay Area. From tide pools and secluded spots to family-friendly and clothing-optional, we've come up with the top 11 Bay Area beaches for soaking up some vitamin D. While the waters in Northern California are chiller than the beaches in SoCal, ours simply look better. So by all means, ditch  Dolores Park  this weekend for some sun-drenched scenery. Just don't forget to slathering on the SPF. A lot of it.  Seriously . 1.  Stinson Beach About a 35-minute drive from the Golden Gate Bridge, Stinson Beach is a quiet and far chicer alternative than Ocean Beach. It's also a great sandy escape from San Francisco without going too far. Warning: The main parking lot fills up by 10 a.m., so get there early. Very early. Otherwise, you can park on the street, which is lim...

Bay Area July 4th fireworks: Where to watch them   Update: Weather forecast for Wednesday, July 4, calls for sunshine along with some cloudy intervals.   Weather Underground   predicts clear skies around 9 p.m.—a good sign for maximum fireworks clarity. Get ready to celebrate the Declaration of Independence's approval by the Continental Congress the way we do every year, by grilling meats and watching things explode in the sky. San Francisco's fireworks show will get under way on   Wednesday night at 9:30 p.m.   or thereabouts from the foot of the Municipal Pier and from barges north of Pier 39. Thankfully, San Francisco's many hills also offer vantage points sans Pier 39's total body crush, if you're OK with doing a little hiking and carting around a blanket and provisions. You could also see non-sanctioned fireworks displays in the Mission. And Angel Island or Treasure Island offer great views, too, if you have the stamina for a ferry or car trip. B...