Ricardo Velazco- Realtor

10/23/2026

🏡 Great opportunity in Oakland! ✨

Discover this charming Upper Rockridge home tucked away in a private setting with plenty of character and potential!

📍 33 Buckeye Ave, Oakland, CA 94618

🏡 2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,417 Sq. Ft.
🌳 7,424 Sq. Ft. Lot
🚗 2-Car Garage
🧱 Private Brick-Paved Driveway

🏡 OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND!
📅 Sat–Sun, October 24–25
⏰ 2:00–4:30 PM

Listed by Joseph Chavez | REALTOR®

📲 DM if you're interested or would like more information!

Tucked away in Oakland's highly desirable Upper Rockridge neighborhood, 33 Buckeye Avenue offers a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and exciting possibilities. Set ...

10/21/2026

🏡 Looking to Buy a Home with FHA Financing? This One's for You! 🔑

Great news, homebuyers! 🎉 This charming Craftsman home in Stockton qualifies for FHA financing, making homeownership more accessible for eligible buyers!

📍 2409 Beverly Place, Stockton, CA 95204

🏡 3 Bedrooms | 1.5 Bathrooms
📐 1,810 Sq. Ft.
🌳 0.32-Acre Corner Lot
💰 Offered at $579,900

✨ Classic Craftsman character, a spacious corner lot, and a fantastic location near Miracle Mile and UOP!

📲 Thinking about buying with an FHA loan? DM me today to schedule a private tour and explore your financing options!

Ricardo Velazco | Compass
REALTOR® | DRE #01471392

*FHA financing is subject to buyer qualification, lender approval, applicable loan limits, and property appraisal requirements.*

10/20/2026

El Cerrito investor opportunity coming soon.

Located in a highly sought-after El Cerrito Hills neighborhood.
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, valued at $1.2M, will be available soon. Off-market opportunity!

The property needs everything! This property is priced for a quick sale. The seller is looking for a quick close. Reach out to me before I place it on the live market…

Ricardo Velazco
Realtor® | DRE 01471392
510.367.3519
[email protected]

10/19/2026

🇺🇸 Calling all Veterans and Active-Duty Military! 🏡

Great news! This beautiful Craftsman home in Stockton is eligible for VA financing! Take advantage of your VA home loan benefits. !🇺🇸

📍 2409 Beverly Place, Stockton, CA 95204

🏡 3 Bedrooms | 1.5 Bathrooms
📐 1,810 Sq. Ft.
🌳 0.32-Acre Corner Lot
💰 Offered at $579,900

✨ Timeless Craftsman charm, a spacious yard, and a prime location near Miracle Mile and UOP!

📲 Interested in using your VA benefits? DM me today to schedule a private tour and learn more!

Ricardo Velazco | Compass
REALTOR® | DRE #01471392

*VA financing subject to buyer eligibility, lender approval, and property appraisal requirements.*

10/16/2026

Good news if you’re house hunting: the asking price isn’t always the final price. 🏡💰

Recent data shows that roughly 60% of homes sold below their original asking price, giving buyers more room to negotiate.

With affordability still tight, even a little flexibility can help. Depending on the property and local market, you may be able to negotiate:

💵 A lower purchase price
🧾 Help with closing costs
🔨 Repair credits
📉 A mortgage rate buydown

How much leverage you have depends on the neighborhood and the home. Message me with the areas you’re considering, and let’s talk about what you may be able to ask for. 📩

10/15/2026

Hoping mortgage rates will come down soon? The latest inflation report has made that outlook less certain.

Inflation rose to 3.7% in September—higher than economists expected. While rising gas prices were a major factor, costs also increased across several other categories.

Why does this matter for housing? Persistent inflation makes it harder for the Federal Reserve to lower its benchmark rate and may even increase the chances of another hike.

The Fed doesn’t directly set mortgage rates, but inflation and expectations around its next move influence them. That means mortgage rates aren't guaranteed to come down anytime soon.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling, don’t build your entire plan around a rate drop that may not happen right away. Let’s look at today’s numbers and create a strategy that works for you now. 🏡📊📩

10/12/2026

Some people are worried that home prices are about to crash. Others are waiting and hoping they will. But what do the experts actually expect? 🏡📊

Fannie Mae recently surveyed more than 100 housing experts about where prices are headed through 2030. The overall consensus: home prices are expected to rise—not crash.& ;

Even the most pessimistic forecast still projects a 6.6% increase.& ;

Some local markets may experience small, short-term declines, but nationally, experts expect home values to continue growing over time. 📈

Wondering what this could mean for your move or what prices are doing in our local market? Message me, and let’s talk. 📩

10/08/2026

Thinking about the years ahead? One of the biggest questions may be whether to stay in your current home or make a move. 🏡

Staying could mean adding grab bars, installing a walk-in shower, widening doorways, or making other updates. A 55+ community may let you skip those renovations while enjoying useful amenities and less upkeep.

Many communities also offer added security, maintained shared spaces, and plenty of ways to connect with your neighbors. 🌿🤝

And the equity you’ve built in your current home could make moving more doable than you think.

Not sure which option is right for you? Message me, and let’s talk it through. 📩