Author: todzak

Someone Passed Away in the Home. Now What?

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Someone passed away in the home. Now what? This is one of the hardest conversations I have. A death in the home changes how buyers perceive it, and we have to be honest about that. First: A death in the home within the past 3 years must be disclosed in California, so we are required … Continued

Selling a Family Home in Poor Condition

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Sometimes life throws a curveball. A family member gets sick. There’s an accident. Suddenly you need to sell the home, and the house is in rough shape. It happens quite often actually and I get it. Here’s what doesn’t work: Hiring an inexperienced agent and pretending the home condition doesn’t matter or pricing it like … Continued

Selling a Family Home After a Parent Passes

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Losing a parent and then having to sell their home is a lot to carry at once. I see families stuck here for months, sometimes years, because nobody wants to be the one who “sells Mom’s house.” It’s important to remember, that your parent would want you to make the decision that’s right for your … Continued

6-Unit MultiFamily Income Property For Sale: 3812 Whittle Ave, Oakland CA 94602

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 🌳 Multifamily Residential Income Property  – Dimond District, Oakland CA 94602 🌳 6 units | Community Laundry | 6,166 sf 💖 ✨ℍ𝕚𝕘𝕙𝕝𝕚𝕘𝕙𝕥𝕤 𝕒𝕥 𝕒 𝔾𝕝𝕒𝕟𝕔𝕖 ✨ 🗺️ Attractive Location: Dimond District 🪈 Sewer Lateral Ordinance Compliant 👟 Sidewalk Ordinance Compliant ⚡️ New Main Electrical Panel & Individual Unit Panels 🧺 Community Laundry, additional income opportunity 🧭 Individually metered for PGE CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION: https://www.oureastbayhome.com/property/dimonddistrictsixplex/ Excellent opportunity to own a well-maintained 6-unit multifamily property in Oakland’s popular Dimond District. Approximately $75,000 in capital improvements have been completed this year, helping to minimize future maintenance obligations and providing added peace of mind for the next owner. Recent upgrades include a brand new sewer lateral (compliant), new sidewalk (compliant), new asphalt driveway, new main panel and new individual electrical panels in each unit. The property is fully occupied and features individual PG&E meters, community laundry, and a low-maintenance setup that makes ownership more straightforward. The property’s location is a significant draw for tenants, offering easy access to shops, restaurants, cafés, and services that make the Dimond District such a sought-after Oakland neighborhood. Nearby Dimond Park provides abundant recreational opportunities, while convenient transit options and commuter routes connect residents to Downtown Oakland, San Francisco, and the greater Bay Area. The combination of neighborhood amenities and accessibility helps support strong tenant demand. Properties offering recent major improvements, stable occupancy, and a sought-after neighborhood location are increasingly difficult to find. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a solid income-producing asset in one of Oakland’s most established and desirable neighborhoods.  #TanjaOdzak  415.722.0472 cell Realtor #OurEastBayHome #eXp Realty #01992169

When It’s Time: Moving an Aging Parent out of Your Family Home

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Are you thinking it’s time to move your aging parent out of your family home? I work with adult children all the time who are facing this decision, and it’s both emotional and practical at the same time. There can also be multiple safety concerns. Here’s what I tell them: moving your aging parent out … Continued

OAKLAND & BERKELEY June 2026 Real Estate Market Update

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Hey, Oakland & Berkeley! It’s time for your MARKET UPDATE! We are about to enter the Summer               Market, so Home Sellers and Home Buyers, listen on! Here are the latest stats that you need to know. Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Realtor with eXp Realty, helping people sell and … Continued

Affordability Hack Most Buyers Miss

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Here’s a strategy to make the home you love even more affordable! It’s one that most buyers don’t even know they can use. Instead of only negotiating on price, smart buyers are negotiating on terms as well. That’s where the real leverage is right now. Things like seller credits or rate buy-downs can lower your … Continued

When Should You Ask for a Seller Credit?

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One of the smartest moves buyers are making right now? Asking for seller credits, but your timing matters. What is a seller credit? A seller credit is when the seller helps cover some of your costs—like closing costs or rate buy-downs. It’s a strategy that’s winning right now, especially when you know how to ask … Continued