April 2021

Buying a home with friends?

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DYI doesn’t mean do it your self all the time.

David Allen Rivas Realtor 165 South Murphy Avenue Suite B Sunnyvale CA 94086 License; #01841683 Direct; (408) 431-7202 Fax; (408) 736-4444 Email; davidarivas@gmail.com Website; https://www.DavidAllenRivasRealtor.com DIY Doesn't Mean Doing It All Yourself How handy would you say you are? Can you fix a leaking faucet or install a new backsplash? Do you own all the drills, power saws and sanders used by the...

Understanding closing costs when buying or selling a home.

David Allen Rivas Realtor 165 South Murphy Avenue Suite B Sunnyvale CA 94086 License; #01841683 Direct; (408) 431-7202 Fax; (408) 736-4444 Email; davidarivas@gmail.com Website; https://www.DavidAllenRivasRealtor.com Don't Get Blindsided by Closing Costs Have you ever decided to buy something, only to find out about additional costs at the end? The last thing you want is to be surprised by unexpected fees...

Home features that may just be a waste of money

David Allen Rivas Realtor 165 South Murphy Avenue Suite B Sunnyvale CA 94086 License; #01841683 Direct; (408) 431-7202 Fax; (408) 736-4444 Email; davidarivas@gmail.com Website; https://www.DavidAllenRivasRealtor.com Don't need it? Then don't pay for it. You know all those fantastic home features you hear your friends gushing about in their new home? The top-notch school district and Jacuzzi? The spacious...

Repairs to do?

David Allen Rivas Realtor 165 South Murphy Avenue Suite B Sunnyvale CA 94086 License; #01841683 Direct; (408) 431-7202 Fax; (408) 736-4444 Email; davidarivas@gmail.com Website; https://www.DavidAllenRivasRealtor.com Do's and Don'ts of Presale Home Repairs You’ve decided it’s time to sell your home. Your neighbor just sold for a pretty penny, but they also spent a lot on remodeling and renovations....

Finding the right neighborhood…

David Allen Rivas Realtor 165 South Murphy Avenue Suite B Sunnyvale CA 94086 License; #01841683 Direct; (408) 431-7202 Fax; (408) 736-4444 Email; davidarivas@gmail.com Website; https://www.DavidAllenRivasRealtor.com Have you checked out the neighborhood? You wouldn’t pick out shoes before choosing an outfit, right? Or buy car accessories without first deciding if you want a truck or a sedan? Well,...

Investing in fixer uppers

David Allen Rivas Realtor 165 South Murphy Avenue Suite B Sunnyvale CA 94086 License; #01841683 Direct; (408) 431-7202 Fax; (408) 736-4444 Email; davidarivas@gmail.com Website; https://www.DavidAllenRivasRealtor.com It's not TV. It's your bottom line. TV shows make finding a profitable fixer-upper seem easy. But in the real world, there are real challenges and decisions to be made. Whether you’re...

Questions every home buyer should ask..

David Allen Rivas Realtor 165 South Murphy Avenue Suite B Sunnyvale CA 94086 License; #01841683 Direct; (408) 431-7202 Fax; (408) 736-4444 Email; davidarivas@gmail.com Website; https://www.DavidAllenRivasRealtor.com 3 Questions Every Homebuyer Should Ask Want to take the pain out of home buying? Keep your lifestyle priorities top of mind. If you’re planning to buy a new home, there’s great news:...

Preparing your home to sell…

David Allen Rivas Realtor 165 South Murphy Avenue Suite B Sunnyvale CA. 94086 Direct; (408) 431-7202 Fax; (408) 736-4444 Email; davidarivas@gmail.com Website; https://www.DavidAllenRivasRealtor.com Make Buyers Feel at Home and Sell Faster There’s never been a better time to sell a home. Millennials are ready for homeownership and renters are seeing consistent rent increases. This means more buyers...

5 ways to use your tax refund on your home

David Allen Rivas Realtor 165 South Murphy Avenue Suite B Sunnyvale CA. 94086 Direct; (408) 431-7202 Fax; (408) 736-4444 Email; davidarivas@gmail.com Website; https://www.DavidAllenRivasRealtor.com 5 Ways to Use Your Refund Toward a Home Who doesn’t love getting a tax refund? It’s exciting to know that your bank balance will get a boost. But remember, a refund isn’t a bonus -- it’s your...

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