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A wise real estate purchase is always a good investment.  There have been a lot of poor real estate decisions made by a lot of people in recent years, but that doesn't mean you should avoid making this kind of investment.  In fact, now may be the best time to buy real estate as an investment.  There will certainly always be fluctuations in the real estate market, but these will never stay on a down swing for too long.  People will always need places to live, and there will always be people willing to pay top dollar to get what they want in a home.

Right now, there are even more opportunities than normal for buying properties at reduced rates.  There are a lot of factors that will determine the selling price of a particular piece of real estate at any given point in time.  There is also a great deal of money to be made from buying homes that are in a state of disrepair and making the necessary improvements.

If you're looking to invest in real estate, we at Silva Realty will be here to assist you every step of the way.  We have extensive experience in completing transactions involving both conventional properties and foreclosures.  The following links can guide you to some helpful resources to assist you in beginning your search for your next great real estate investment.

Foreclosures - This is an up to the minute listing of all foreclosure properties for sale in the Bay Area. 

Search Properties - Here you can peruse listings of all of the properties available for sale at the moment.  We keep this resource constantly updated, so you can be sure you're getting the most accurate information possible.

Communities - A lot of the value of a property has to do with the type of community it's in.  Here you'll find a wealth of information about the different communities around the Bay Area.

Schools - Schools play a major role in determining the resale value of a property as well.  This is a comprehensive overview of the various schools and school districts in and around the Bay Area.

Maps - Here you'll find an extensive set of maps of the Bay Area, its individual neighborhoods, and the surrounding areas.

Calculators - This page provides many resources that can help you get a good idea of what types of mortgage and other purchase costs you would be likely to incur.

Utilities - Here you'll find a list of all of the utility companies that service the Bay Area, the regions they cover, and the pertinent contact information.

Bay Favorites - Whether you're a newcomer to the Bay Area or have lived here for a while, you can never have too much information about the people, communities, cultural events, and businesses around your prospective property.  This page is a compilation of links to some of our favorite sources of Bay Area information.

Loan Information from REALTOR.com - Here you'll find everything you need to determine what type of loan you should apply for and what your total transaction costs will likely be.

Inspection & Negotiation Information from REALTOR.com - This is a great resource for information concerning property inspections and negotiation tips for helping you close a your real estate deal with the best possible terms for you.

US Census Information - Here you'll find extensive neighborhood and demographic information about the various Bay Area communities from the latest US Census.