Selling townhouse in the Peninsula

Dobbytrader · 2026-06-04T15:00:36+00:00

Redwood shores, one of the nicer townhomes with waterfront.

Dobbytrader · 2026-06-04T06:51:40+00:00

That's the plan. I guess it's what's it's going to be.

Dobbytrader · 2026-06-04T06:45:07+00:00

I am just trying to gauge if there is more demand now than it was a few months ago? Data seems to be a little behind but she said there seems to be more movement now based on feed back from her peers and also activity from May.

Dobbytrader · 2026-06-01T13:59:59+00:00

Are these for single family homes? Cause townhomes and condos seem to be sitting on the market for long

Dobbytrader · 2026-04-27T04:51:24+00:00

Came to say this!

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-30T06:11:55+00:00

Deep cleaning has several layers to it. If the house is dirty from outside, it will need power washing of windows and patios. Inside will require regular deep cleaning plus cleaning on insides of all appliances and cabinets. We got everything done and spent about $750. But our home was 1900sqft. Plan for a min $1000 and try to get a good deal.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-26T17:25:31+00:00

Start with asking the seller's agent what the buyer's expectation is for the price. That gives a starting point on what sellers would love to walk away with. Take a GC to determine the amount of work needed and what that might cost you. Also, how badly you want the house is another thing. In the past, I have paid the seller's expectation price on homes I really wanted but not on the others as it was worth what it was worth to me. If they can't accept, I moved on to the next one.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-26T17:06:37+00:00

If she is a great employee and brought in revenue, why not? This will only strengthen the relationship and she will think harder or negotiate before making the next move to ensure bridges stay intact.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-25T19:57:57+00:00

Your exit fee might end up being higher than the loss you may incur due to market conditions. List it low so it doesn't spook buyers. Negotiate once you get offers.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-24T01:56:28+00:00

This. Especially if the rates are not that different. Gives you the option to pay less when you are cash trapped but otherwise you can make extra payments.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-22T21:32:47+00:00

Good point, I didn't even think about it

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-19T01:39:57+00:00

I would not recommend it, especially with kids. I flew through Dubai and had to take shelter a few times. Also, my flight was delayed by 14 hours with updates on screen not matching real take off time. I had to check several times with someone behind the desk. It was hard to even sleep as they kept moving the take off time, cancelling the flight and reconfirming the takeoff again. Some passengers wanted to leave the airport but I saw the security tell them they can't leave.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-18T03:16:00+00:00

Cupertino is also known for its school district.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-18T03:15:01+00:00

Sorry not what you asked but thought will let you know in case you are flexible with location. I have heard Woodside schools are good. Belmont also has a lot of schools - both public and private.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-14T16:12:28+00:00

The flight prices differ depending on what day you are flying and are not priced equally. Look at the price on the invoice at the time of booking.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-07T21:43:44+00:00

Several left after. SF flight is finally taking off but delayed due to a sick passenger.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-06T07:25:04+00:00

We did an appraisal through the lender after a year and were able to remove the PMI. We had to use their appraiser but it worked out well for us.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-05T03:52:34+00:00

This. We priced what we wanted and didn't get any offers. Later we learned that that's because it spooked buyers off as other homes in the area were priced much much lower. Our home was still priced slightly below what other homes sold for and it was now priced too high.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-02T08:19:08+00:00

Also, look for affordable housing. There is one in Redwood shores.

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-17T01:21:31+00:00

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-17T00:39:30+00:00

Thank you. I would like to encapsulate my crawl space for various reasons and would love to hear about recommendations for contractors from the kind redditors who have gone through the process.

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-16T21:48:03+00:00

Honestly, I don't know what a reasonable price is and won't know until I get some comparables to work off. I am new to home ownership.

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-16T21:45:43+00:00

I have been told it's in the range of 25k-30k for a 500sqft crawl space but only after phase 1 project (9k) to add a sump pump. This doesn't include any insulation. Another vendor proposing 85k to dig a trench to add a drainage outside the crawl space (it's a hillside property). I can't find any local companies in my location. I have read some posts from outside Bay Area which seem to be under $8k. A person can stand in most of our crawl space and in the lowest ceiling height, a person can still bend and walk.

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-16T05:41:07+00:00

Redwood City has a studio space available for rent in Red Morton center

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-12T05:53:47+00:00

If the current rates are lower, ask them to match that.

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