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Still Waters, Steady Heart ā My 22nd Year as a Bay Area Real Estate Agent
My 22nd Year as a Bay Area Real Estate Agent This year, the RealTrends Ā national rankings were releasedāan industry-recognized list...
Yvonne Yang


REALTRENDS HONOREE - YVONNE YANG
Exciting News: Yvonne Yang Recognized as a Top Real Estate Agent by RealTrends
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Why Home Prices Arenāt Actually Flat
If youāve been following real estate news lately, youāve probably seen headlines saying home prices are flat. And at first glance, that...
Oct 9


The Minimum Down Payment Required: What You Really Need to Know
When it comes to buying a home, one of the biggest questions people ask is: āHow much do I need for a down payment?ā Itās an important...
Oct 8


Why Experts Say Mortgage Rates Should Ease Over the Next Year
You want mortgage rates to fall ā and they've started to. But is it going to last? And how low will they go? Experts say thereās room for...
Oct 7


A Strong Start to 2025: Celebrating Wins and Looking Ahead
⨠2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year! ⨠As we head into the final quarter, Iām thrilled to share some exciting updates,...
Oct 4


Why October Is the Best Time To Buy a Home in 2025
If youāve been watching from the sidelines, nowās the time to lean in. Itās officially the best time to buy this year. According to ...
Oct 3


What Buyers Say They Need Most (And How the Marketās Responding)
A recent survey from Bank of America asked would-be homebuyers what would help them feel better about making a move, and itās no...
Oct 2


Home Sales Are Expected To Rise in 2026āHereās Why You Should Start Preparing Now
Industry experts are forecasting a rise in home sales next year. After several years of shifting market conditions, this is welcome news...
Oct 1


Closing Costs Unpacked: State-by-State Breakdowns for Todayās Buyers
If youāre planning to buy a home this year, thereās one expense you canāt afford to overlook: closing costs . Almost every buyer knows...
Sep 29


Same Size. Same Floor Plan. $200K Difference.
This year, two neighboring homes on Gladys Ave sold in Mountain View: 163 Gladys Ave Ā ā $1.295M (September 2025) ā represented by another...
Sep 27
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