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SF TIC Market: Small But Mighty

SF TIC Market: Small But Mighty

Tenancy-in-common (TIC) interests accounted for a small portion of San Francisco sales in 2019. But the average price was almost $1,300,000, and there were a fair number of luxury sales in the $2,000,000+ range.

Only 262 TICs sold in 2019—a comparably small quantity compared to the 2,530 condos sold. But the fact that there is a still a solid market for a property type that involves sharing title with other building owners speaks to the risks buyers are willing to assume in their quest to become San Francisco homeowners. Continue Reading

TIC Market On Firm Footing in 2019

Tenancy-in-common (TIC) interests are still successfully attracting buyers in the current San Francisco real estate market, despite their inherent risks that include sharing title with multiple owners.

TICs traditionally account for a much smaller slice of the pie. For example, 179 condos have sold year-to-date, and only 29 TICs have changed hands. But these sales offer a good sampling of what you can expect in this segment of the market.

For one thing, most TICs are selling at or below list price and are bucking the list-low, sell-for-more pattern that’s the norm for condos and houses in San Francisco. Here are some tips: If you’re a TIC seller, don’t list your unit for well below its value. And if you’re a TIC buyer, consider units that are around the price you can afford to pay.

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State of the TIC Market: February 2018

State of the TIC Market: February 2018

Buyers snapped up tenancy-in-common (TIC) interests in San Francisco’s most popular neighborhoods over the past six months, proving that the TIC market is alive and well despite its inherent ownership risks.

TICs represented a fairly small percentage of overall sales from August 2017-January 2018. Though almost 1100 condos sold in that timeframe, only 118 TICs did. The TIC median price was $1,017,500—closer to $1.2M for TICs in two- to four-unit buildings. But more than half of all sales were for TICs in buildings with five or more units, notable and surprising because these properties won’t be eligible for condo conversion if the lottery indeed resumes in 2024. Continue Reading

State of the TIC Market: August 2017

The tenancy-in-common (TIC) market remains strong in popular neighborhoods like Noe Valley and Russian Hill, especially if that TIC is in a two-unit building.

Buyers haven’t shied away from purchasing TIC interests, despite limitations related to 2013 legislation that significantly reduced the number of properties allowed to condo convert. Many TIC owners have resigned themselves to the reality that they hold title to “permanent” TICs.

TICs in two-unit buildings aren’t affected by that legislation if each unit is 100% owner occupied. In that case, both owners can pursue “fast track” condo conversion. Continue Reading

What You Need To Know About TIC Ownership

Many buyers are considering tenancy-in-common (TIC) units these days, given the cost of real estate in San Francisco. TICs are typically priced lower than condos, and you can generally get into a neighborhood that you might not be able to afford were the property a condo.

But before you run out to see that two-bedroom condo in Cole Valley listed for only $699,000 that you saw on Redfin, you need to know the TIC basics. Continue Reading

First-Time and Luxury Home Buyers Embrace “Permanent” TICs

Once seen as a stepping stone to condo ownership, tenancy-in-common (TIC) interests have become widely acceptable to San Francisco home buyers as “permanent” TICs. But it’s not just the first-time home buyers who are getting into the TIC game. Luxury buyers are also jumping in.

The fact that condo conversion probably won’t be a future option for TIC owners in buildings with three or more units doesn’t seem to be slowing TIC sales. Continue Reading

All Deeds Must Record At Same Time for Condo Conversion

As the current crop of TICs converts to condos, I’m seeing many owners listing their TIC interests prior to the actual condo conversion of the entire building. This means the buyer is expected to step in at the tail end of the condo conversion and work with all existing owners as they refinance and everyone completes the conversion process.

In other words, whether there’s a group loan or fractional financing in place, all new condo deeds have to record simultaneously. If there is one owner in the group who doesn’t have a loan, that owner needs to wait until everyone’s refinancing/new purchases are completed prior to obtaining a condo deed. Continue Reading

All About Location for TIC Sales

All About Location for TIC Sales

Tenancy-in-common (TIC) interests have traditionally been popular with buyers who value a more central location in a desirable neighborhood. Because when it comes to affordability, TICs still will get you more space in a better location than a condo will.

And the neighborhoods in which TICs have sold recently read like a who’s who of hot ‘hoods. Here’s where buyers purchased their TICs from October 2013-February 12, 2014: Continue Reading

Condo Lottery Legislation Passes, High-End TICs Abound

The Board of Supervisors approved the controversial condo conversion lottery bypass this week, for better or for worse. Depending on whether you’re a homeowner or renter, you’ll be happy with the outcome.

Despite the shaky ground upon which some TICs stand, luxury TICs are out there and buyers are snapping them up. We take a look at a trio of high-end TICs that are worth considering.

It’s all here in this edition of the Zephyr MarketTracker!

Yours Truly, Quoted on KQED About TIC Legislation

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors Land Use and Economic Development Committee was scheduled to vote today on legislation that will potentially allow some TIC homeowners to bypass the condo lottery and pay a one-time fee to complete their unit’s conversion. As is typical with any legislation that affects homeowners and tenants, the issue is controversial.

And the vote has been delayed by a month, as Supervisor Mark Farrell reportedly wants additional time to talk with tenants’ rights groups.

I am, of course, a homeownership advocate (and former renter). And there are two sides to every issue. But I’m thinking that there’s something to this TIC legislation that should be able to work. In a city where two-thirds of all residents are renters—and property taxes help subsidize many things here—the Board of Supervisors should take a balanced view of the condo conversion issue and update its position so we don’t have a bunch of homeowners languishing in the lottery.

Check out the story (with link to the original audio broadcast) here: “San Francisco Struggles With Decision That Could Help Some Homeowners—And Hurt Renters.”

Buyers Turn to TICs in Tight Market

As condo prices climb and low inventory persists in centrally located neighborhoods, San Francisco buyers appear to be more willing to take on TICs.

A total of 66 TIC interests sold in the last quarter of 2011, at an average price of $594,127. However, buyers snapped up 94 TICs in Q4 2012, and the average price shot up by about 9% to $645,091.

In a city where the average condo price is almost $1M, TICs still represent a more affordable path to home ownership—particularly where 2BR units are concerned. Almost half of the TICs sold in the last quarter of 2012 were 2BRs, with 1BR TICs representing 32% of the total sold. The least popular TIC type was the 3BR+ unit; only 22% of buyers purchased those. Continue Reading

House & Condo Prices Rise, TIC Market Picks Up

Yes, it’s true. Single-family home and condo sales are up 11% in the past six months, with days on market decreasing to 11.5% and 22%, respectively. Good news for those property owners who are thinking of putting their homes on the market in the Fall.

This week’s MarketTracker Report takes a look at these stats, as well as the slow and steady rise of the TIC market. We also highlight three cool TICs and turn the spotlight on NoPa so you can get a sense for what this North Panhandle neighborhood offers.

Plus, the most recent citywide sales and more! It’s all here in the Zephyr MarketTracker.

Get in touch:

Eileen Bermingham

Corcoran Global Living

415.823.4656

eileen@insidesfre.com

DRE# 01352627

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