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"Thanks for being there every step of the way. It was actually fun!" - Andy Chamberlin

"As I told you when we first met, the most important thing to us was trust. We wanted to find a realtor who would be looking out for our best interests and always available. You met and exceeded this challenge. When it's time to move again, we sincerely hope that we can renew our partnership."
- Diane & Eric Straight

"Overall, Michael was a calming presence during a very hectic and exciting time. We would call him again in a second for buying or selling." - Johanna Gendelman & Jason Albertson

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(510) 339-0400 ex. 265

What it Takes to Buy Your Home

Finding the right home, in the right neighborhood, at the right time and at the right price can be a challenge. Making that happen is what I do every day. Serving as your buying agent, we will sit down and discuss your needs, wants and long-term goals. I then assist you in finding and evaluating properties which are appealing and meet those needs. When the opportunity is right, we craft the best possible offer as I negotiate strongly in your behalf. I'll keep track of the loan, inspections and escrow to ensure that your transaction closes as smoothly as possible.

Your needs and goals are always my highest priority. I will educate you about the properties, disclosures, inspections, possible liabilities, neighborhoods and local market conditions - helping you to make critical decisions with confidence. Always advocating on your behalf, I am with with you every step of the way as your home-buying process unfolds.

My commitment is to make your home purchase a success. I am always available to provide counsel or advice when needed and stand ready to meet any unexpected challenges along the way. I have formed lasting business relationships with many clients, and it is always a pleasure to offer continued service and advice beyond the close of escrow.

Services for Home Buyers

Meet with you to determine your specific needs and wants
Strategize with you to plan your home search
Educate you about current market conditions
Provide a list of reputable lenders, if needed
Conduct a daily search for appropriate properties
Communicate frequently according to your preferred method
Schedule immediate showings of selected properties
Provide a comparable property analysis to help establish value
Provide experienced counsel when writing an offer
Negotiate strongly and effectively on your behalf
Provide a list of qualified and licensed inspectors
Provide experienced oversight in reviewing inspection reports
Help you visualize cosmetic and/or structural updating
Be available to facilitate the escrow process
Provide recommendations for service professionals
Be present at escrow signing at Title Company
Provide a complete file on CD at close of escrow
Provide a regularly updated Comparable Market Analysis
Offer continued service beyond close of escrow

The communities of the Oakland/Berkeley area offer some of the loveliest homes in California. This is my beat. The right one for you is just waiting to be found.

Contact me today and let's start the conversation!

"Buying our first home wasn't always easy, but knowing we could depend on you made it a lot easier than it could have been. Thanks for all your help, your time, your patience and your effort. We're thrilled with the results and to have you as a friend." - Amy & David Cottle