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TEAMFAST Home Purchasing Resource

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Gary Lo

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     I'm excited to present to you my resource homepage that you can share to others that may need my assistance in purchasing a home. I hope that you share this with anyone that may need this.

Everyone has an option in who you have representing you in your home purchase, and I genuinely hope that I will be asked to guide them in that journey. Here you will find some incredible resources to assist you in the home buying adventure. Some of the information may not be pertinent, and some pieces you'll want to make sure you keep bookmarked.

My aim is to make this as stress-free and forthright an experience as possible. I am transparent and will go through each and every inspection report and disclosure with you to make sure you understand it because it can get easily overwhelming with the number of pages to go through.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at any time through email, text or phone call.

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Get To Know Gary Lo

As an agent at eXp Realty, I have worked tirelessly to establish a relentlessly high standard for the quality of my clients' experience.

Being a strong negotiator, I have facilitated the buying and selling of over 65 Million Dollars in the past 11 years. As a trusted real estate advisor I am definitely someone you want on your side.


Associations & Memberships
California Association of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
San Francisco Association of Realtors
California Association of Realtors
Chinese Real Estate Association
Asian Real Estate Association of America
Zillow 5 Star Agent
Yelp 5 Star Agent
Google 5 Star Agent

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Our Team

Almost 1 Billion in sales last year...we know what we are doing

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More about Gary Video

Older video "about me" Circa 2018

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LOCAL LENDER RECOMMENDATION #1

Javier Giron, and his team at Wells Fargo Lending is one of the leaders Wells Fargo. Started from First Republic , Javier is a veteran in the lending world and has closings currently at 15 days and unparalleled rates. He is honest and will tell you wether to not go with his rates or go with another lender. Honesty is his how I would describe Javier.

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LOCAL LENDER RECOMMENDATION #2

Edward Yuen, and his team at Ritter Lending, make it so that you have an awesome customer service experience. They can also close escrow in as little as 16 days and great products. Ed is easy to chat with and can help give great guidance.

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How we will search for a home together

I know there are many sites such as Redfin and etc to use but this will be used for us to easily communicate, share and discuss properties.

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Buyers Booklet

Here's an overview of what you can expect during the buying process and working with me.

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Liquidated Damages

This is a quick overview of the optional Liquidated Damages Clause in the SFAR Purchase Contract.

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Closing Costs and Title

There are a few things you need to know when it comes to closing costs and holding title. Please take a moment to read through this short, informational sheet.

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Who Pays What?

Who pays what? County by County break down of City and County Transfer Tax. KEEP THIS AT HAND because you want NO suprises at the signing table.

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How will you hold title?

Single? Married? Sole ownership? Joint tenants? Community property? Right of Survivorship? Your type of ownership taken, also known as 'vesting of title' will dictate how you sign your closing papers and record the transaction. Here's a great informational brochure explaining the common ways to hold title in California.

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Learn about Property taxes

If you're not already familiar with how the fiscal year works in terms of property taxes, here's a handy chart. Some lenders may require that the borrower/buyer set up "impound accounts" at the close of escrow, which means that a monthly amount is added to your mortgage payment to cover your yearly property tax bill. Some buyers like this arrangement because it breaks up the tax payments into monthly amounts and the lender sends the funds to the assessor; but if you choose to decline impound accounts, then your tax bill is mailed you directly, and it's due twice a year. Don't be late, because there are stiff penalties for delinquent payments.

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Alta or Clta

In my experience, ALTA is always recommended while the CLTA is more affordable, the ALTA is more comprehensive. Like a car buying liability Vs full coverage.

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Get Comfortable with the SF-Residential Purchase Contract

In order to begin working together, we would need to execute a signed listing agreement which includes an agency relationship, dual agency relationship, listing agreement, and an exclusion from MLS. Upon review, we will send these for your electronic signature. When it comes to writing an offer, you'll need to make some big decisions. Obviously, the purchase price is a major one; but you'll also have to think about other terms such as inspections, and length of time necessary to work through contingencies. We'll help you guide you when it comes to writing up a contract; here's a sample San Francisco Realtors Contract

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Get Comfortable with the CAL-Residential Purchase Contract

When it comes to writing an offer, you'll need to make some big decisions. Obviously, the purchase price is a major one; but you'll also have to think about other terms such as inspections, and length of time necessary to work through contingencies. We'll help you guide you when it comes to writing up a contract; here's a sample CAR (California Association of Realtors) Purchase Agreement.

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Sample Seller Disclosure

One of THE most important documents. This is the a disclosures of the home in the knowledge of the Seller.

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Sample Home Inspection

Home Inspections will not have a dollar amount to remedy problems, however, this is more in detail with photos so you can get a sense of what they are stating. I strongly recommend calling the Inspector who conducted the inspections if anything is unclear or vague. It is his/her duty to answer questions.

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Sample Termite Inspection

Section 1 is what you want to look for Section 2 are items the require less attention

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Professional guide to to gauge cost

With "Home Inspection Reports" they tell us what is the problems but do not give clarity on how much it will cost to remedy to issue. This site is pretty new but it helps give you a better picture as to what the real cost will be.

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Rent vs Buy

Everyone has a different scenario. Please check in with the calculator. One thing it does not mention is appreciation.


Appreciation is one of my favorite but unpredictable factors. 

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My Online Reviews

See what people are saying about me online.

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Yelp

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Proof Of Funds Sample 2

I'll needs this from you to make an offer

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