If you are buying a home in San Francisco, it is crucial to get preapproved for a mortgage before beginning the house hunt. Why? You'll know exactly what you can afford. Understanding your purchasing power and any limitations * is integral to an efficient, focused home search. Spend your time looking at homes you can afford to actually buy. By focusing on homes that meet your needs, you'll get a sense of market value for yourself and be able to make a smart decision as to which home to buy. … [Read more...]
April 1, 2009 by Leave a Comment
FAQ: Where can I look up my San Francisco property tax bill?
The Property Tax Person Cometh... For information on your property tax bill: view and print your bill, pay online, appeal your assessed value, etc etc, visit San Francisco's Office of the Treasurer. You'll find all the information you need! Want to estimate property tax on a listing you're interested in? 1.2% of the purchase price is a good, conservative rule of thumb. This is the annual amount, btw. For example, on a $900,000 home, the annual property tax will be about $10,800. … [Read more...]
