Alonya M. Buford, Realtor

Alonya M. Buford, Realtor Proudly representing Oakland and surrounding areas for all of your home buying and selling needs.

08/13/2026

šŸ” Adding someone to title is a BIG decision.

I recently came across a story out of Baton Rouge that highlights why estate planning and how you hold title matter.

When someone you love passes away, the last thing you want is an already difficult situation becoming even more complicated because there wasn’t a clear plan for the property.

A trust and certain forms of title ownership may help property transfer more smoothly and potentially avoid probate—but every situation is different.

The takeaway: Don’t wait for a crisis to figure out what happens to your home. Have a plan.

Talk with a qualified estate-planning attorney about a trust and the best way to hold title for your circumstances.

This is for educational purposes only and is not legal or tax advice.

Probate RealEstateEducation

08/12/2026

šŸ” NAME THAT STREET — Oakland Edition! 🌳✨

If you’re really from Oakland, you might recognize this one šŸ‘€

Here are your clues:

šŸŽ„ Oakland locals know it as ā€œChristmas Tree Laneā€
šŸ˜ļø The street is lined with charming storybook-style homes
✨ And this beauty is full of the original character I LOVE!

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has gorgeous original wood details, an updated kitchen, a large deck and backyard perfect for entertaining, plus a detached 2-car garage.

I’m always drawn to homes where the updates don’t erase the history—and this one understood the assignment. šŸ˜

So… can you NAME THAT STREET? šŸ‘‡šŸ¾

Drop your guess in the comments BEFORE you read the hashtags! šŸ˜‚



Listed by Daniella & Nora Brower with Vanguard Properties

08/10/2026

One of my favorite things about Bay Area homes is the CHARACTER. šŸ”āœØ

Many of our older homes have REAL hardwood hiding underneath—and that can be a great find!

Although part of this floor is damaged, a skilled hardwood professional can replace the damaged boards, sand and refinish the rest, and bring these floors back to life. šŸ˜

Buyers appreciate real hardwood, and beautifully restored floors can add character, appeal, and value to a home.

Sometimes the best upgrade isn’t replacing—it’s RESTORING. ✨

Thinking about selling? Before you start making upgrades, let’s talk about which improvements could actually help you get the most for your home.

šŸ“² DM me ā€œSELLā€ and let’s create a plan.

RealEstateTips

04/07/2026

From education āž”ļø broker touršŸ”

Started my day with the East Bay Rental Housing Association—staying sharp on tenant laws, regulations, and everything that impacts my clients as property owners.

Because in this market, it’s not just about finding the right property… it’s about knowing how to protect it and make it profitable.

Then it was time to tour homes šŸ‘€

This is what working with a knowledgeable Realtor looks like.

Thinking about investing or buying?

Let’s connect. šŸ“²

Alonya Buford, DRE #01747429
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