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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...
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Exciting News: Yvonne Yang Recognized as a Top Real Estate Agent by RealTrends
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Buying Your First Home? FHA Loans Can Help
If youāre a first-time homebuyer, you might feel like the odds are stacked against you in todayās market. But there are resources and...
Jun 10


Understanding Todayās Mortgage Rates: Is 3% Coming Back?
A lot of buyers are pressing pause on their plans these days, holding out hope that mortgage rates will come down ā maybe even back to...
Jun 5


Why Buying Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term Investment
Lately, it feels like every headline about the housing market comes with a side of doubt. Are prices going up or down? Are we headed for...
Jun 4


Newly Built Homes May Be Less Expensive Than You Think
Do you think a brand-new home means a bigger price tag? Think again. Right now, something unique is happening in the housing market....
Jun 3


Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home?
Youāve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now? With high home prices and stubborn mortgage...
May 30


Many Veterans Donāt Know about This VA Home Loan Benefit
For 80 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans buy a home. But even though a lot of Veterans have access...
May 28


Thinking about an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Read This First.
If youāve been house hunting lately, youāve probably felt the sting of todayās mortgage rates. And itās because of those rates and rising...
May 23


More Homes for Sale Isnāt a Warning Sign ā It's Your Buying Opportunity
Maybe youāve heard the number of homes for sale has reached a recent high. And it might make you question if this is the start of another...
May 22


Donāt Let Student Loans Hold You Back from Homeownership
Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home....
May 14


Why Buyers Are More Likely To Get Concessions Right Now
Especially in areas where inventory is rising, both homebuilders and sellers are sweetening the deal for buyers with things like paid...
May 13


The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked
Saving up to buy a home can feel a little intimidating, especially right now. And for many first-time buyers, the idea that you have to...
May 6


What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market
Talk about the economy is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. Thatās leaving a lot of people wondering...
May 1


A Tale of Two Housing Markets
For a long time, the housing market was all sunshine for sellers. Homes were flying off the shelves, and buyers had to compete like...
Apr 30


Paused Your Moving Plans? Hereās Why Itās Time To Hit Play Again
Itās not really a surprise that 70% of buyers paused their home search last year . Maybe you were one of them. And if so, no judgment....
Apr 29


Should I Buy a Home Now or Wait?
At some point, youāve probably heard the saying: āYesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.ā Thatās...
Apr 24


Donāt Miss This Prime Spring Window To Sell Your House
According to Realtor.com , the best week to list your house this year was April 13ā19. And since that week has come and gone, you might...
Apr 22


Pre-Approval Isnāt Commitment ā Itās Clarity
If buying a home is on your radar ā even if itās more of a someday plan than a right now plan ā getting pre-approved early is still one...
Apr 17


Are You Saving Up To Buy a Home? Your Tax Refund Can Help
Youāve been working on your savings and dreaming of that moment when you finally have keys to a place thatās truly yours. What you might...
Apr 16


4 Ways To Make an Offer That Stands Out This Spring
Now that spring is here, more and more buyers are jumping back into the market, and competition is heating up. If youāre serious about...
Apr 14


Why You Don't Want To Skip Your Home Inspection
When you finally find the home you want to buy, itās easy to get caught up in the excitement. Youāve toured the place, imagined your...
Apr 10
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