HELP!

[purplerabbit]

Well, it seems to be official. The landlord has decided not to make the repairs on this house, but to sell it instead. Problem is that what they are asking is more than this house is worth. Certainly more than what we would be willing or able to pay. And with Troy still unemployed, we would not be likely to get financing right now. So the Warren has to move in the next 30-60 days. We are looking for a 4+ Bedroom, 2 Bath house with garage & yard somewhere preferably in the East Bay for less than $2500, preferably around $2000 a month with one year lease (that will allow cats).

We will have to pack and move everything! and your help would certainly be appreciated.

We are worried that without Troy having a job, it will be hard to find anyone willing to rent to us. So we also hope that happens soon too. So far, all four jobs he has interviewed with have turned him down. Sigh.

And since we don't have the money to move right now and we don't want to take it all with us, we are having several yard sales. The first two will beginning this weekend, Sat. Aug. 9th 9am-4pm and again Sat. Aug. 23 9am-4pm. If you are able to help with these, that would also be great!

If you can't actually come over and help, and even if you can, your good wishes, positive energy, etc. are very appreciated as well!

Comments

[tapestry01.livejournal.com]

Dang, that sucks. Pretty much the same thing happened to me years ago, when I was living in that two-story townhouse with my two roommates. The owner decided to turn the apartments into condos; he said we could stay--if we forked over $25,000. We all had to find new places to live in a hurry, a major hassle. (It's a small comfort that the owner later went bankrupt from his plan.)

I wish I lived close enough to help. Maybe things will work out soon. I'm sending you buckets of positive energy. Have faith.

I'll be glad to step up and help.

[kineticphoenix.livejournal.com]

Oh, ick! Not fun! I'm available to help with stuff during the day on Wednesday the 13th and the 20th. And I'll keep my ear to the ground for possible rental and job situations.

[polydreamz.livejournal.com]

When it rains, it pours.

Oh, no. I'm going to miss your old place too. I hope the new one will serve you well.

Obviously, don't worry about my request for house hunting help, unless you should happen to notice something interesting while you are looking. I will post a list of qualities we are seeking tomorrow. We've got a few leads, and a willing helper with some free time, so I'm thinking Anna and I will be ok. I hope we can land a place before the move, but I expect we can manage if we don't. Should I need to stay at your place a few days (Anna can stay at her friend Naomi's place), would that be ok? I can help you pack :)

My best advice for moving...do something toward that goal every day. I am and man, it is making this move soooo much easier. Pack a couple boxes today, update my resume tomorrow, etc.

Don't know what help I can offer, since I will be settling in at the same time you are packing up, but I will do what I can. Dawn, I sympathize with your plight, miss your companionship, and will be back really soon...THREE WEEKS!!

*gentle hugs and head scritches*
jon

[tgeller.livejournal.com]

I'm curious -- how much are they asking for it?

By the way, it *is* possible to get financing without providing financial documentation. It's called a NINA loan, for "No income, no assets". The catches: (1) They're hard to find; (2) You won't be able to borrow more than 80% of the purchase price, if that much, (3) The interest rates are MUCH higher than normal.

I'd say it's only a good idea for people who have sufficient income or assets, but where the details are invalid for loan purposes. (One example: Someone who plans to sell a large asset overseas in the next year, and who has other loans to cover the mortgage until that event. Of course it's also good for drug dealers. ;) )

Anyway... good luck. If I'm available, I'll be there to help you move.

[harpwolf.livejournal.com]

Sucks to have to move, but sounds like an opportunity! Rentals are the cheapest I've seen in years. I'm looking in Alameda and I think see places for $2000 that could work for you guys. El Cerrito's a cheaper rental market.

Have you thought about buying? One person out of three out of work isn't that much of a hindrance and the market is getting really good. A rule of thumb is this: job, good credit, down payment. Three is ideal; two will do; none takes determination.