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Still Waters, Steady Heart — My 22nd Year as a Bay Area Real Estate Agent
My 22nd Year as a Bay Area Real Estate Agent This year, the RealTrends   national rankings were released—an industry-recognized list...
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Bay Area Home Prices Cool Down — But It’s Not All Bad News
The housing market is finally cooling after years of wild swings. According to the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index , home prices across the U.S. grew just 1.5% year-over-year in August  — the slowest pace since 2023. And in 9 of the 20 biggest metro areas, prices are actually down. Where Prices Are Falling Most of the soft spots are in the South and West , including several big California metros — San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, and even Seattle . These markets
3 days ago


📊 Bay Area Market Diverges This Fall: A Closer Look at South Bay, Peninsula & East Bay
This fall, the Bay Area housing market  paints a fascinating picture of divergence across regions and price points  — driven largely by how each area is influenced by the ongoing AI boom  and shifting buyer priorities. 🔹 Santa Clara County: The Tech Core Leads the Charge The South Bay  continues to shine as the most active core market this season. Median single-family price:  $2.0M ( +3.6% YoY ) Sales:  Up 13.8% Median days on market:  Just 10 days Cities such as Palo Alto (
4 days ago


Peak Buying Week Is Here—Why This Might Be the Sweet Spot for Homebuyers
If you’ve been thinking about buying a home this year, good news — the best week to buy in 2025 is officially here. According to Realtor.com®, the week starting October 12  marks the sweet spot of the year for homebuyers — a time when listings are up, prices are down, and competition eases  just enough to make a real difference. 💡 Why This Week Matters Here’s what makes this window so special: More homes to choose from:   Realtor.com  projects nearly 33% more active listings
Oct 15


Can’t Sell Your Home? This ‘Holy Grail’ Mortgage Could Help
Determine if a mortgage assumption is a viable option for selling your home. If your home has been sitting on the market with little...
Sep 24


Saving the American Dream Act: A New Path Forward for Housing Policy
The housing affordability crisis affects millions of Americans, and lawmakers are now working together to find solutions. A new...
Sep 17


How to Get a Better Mortgage Rate in 2025 as the 30-Year Fixed Nears a 1-Year Low
Key Takeaways Mortgage rates just saw their biggest one-day drop in over a year. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate  is now around...
Sep 10


Rare 1-Story in Pruneridge | Golf Course Community Living in Central Santa Clara
Welcome to 2496 Golf Links Circle , a rarely available single-story home  in the coveted Pruneridge Golf Course community . Thoughtfully...
Jul 30


Just Listed: Move-In Ready Elegance with a Designer’s Touch in Prime Los Altos
Just Listed: Move-In Ready Elegance with a Designer’s Touch in Prime Los Altos 📍 1405 Cedar Place, Los Altos, CA 94024 Tucked on a quiet...
Jul 22


May 2025 Bay Area Real Estate: Strong Demand Meets Growing Uncertainty
Here’s your latest Bay Area real estate update for May 2025: Despite economic uncertainty across the region, Santa Clara and San Mateo...
May 30


March 2025 Market Update: What You Need to Know
Spring is here, and the Bay Area real estate market is heating up!  With home prices rising, mortgage rates dropping, and more homes...
Apr 1


February Market Update: What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know
The real estate market is gaining momentum as we move into spring, historically the busiest and most competitive season of the year....
Feb 28


December Bay Area Market Update: Opportunities in the Holiday Slowdown
As December rolls in, the Bay Area real estate market enters its usual holiday slowdown. While activity may dip, it’s far from a complete...
Dec 14, 2024


Big News: Fed Cuts Interest Rates by 0.5%!
Here’s What It Means for Real Estate 🏡 The Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by half a percentage point today, marking its first...
Sep 19, 2024


Seasonal Dynamics in Real Estate: Understanding Market Trends and Timing
A common trend early in the new year is that buyers re-enter the market faster and in greater numbers than sellers listing new...
Jun 18, 2024


Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a Tsunami
Have you heard the term “Silver Tsunami” getting tossed around recently? If so, here’s what you really need to know. That phrase refers...
Apr 4, 2024


Why There Won’t Be a Recession That Tanks the Housing Market
There’s been a lot of recession talk over the past couple of years. And that may leave you worried we’re headed for a repeat of what we...
Mar 22, 2024


Why We Aren't Headed for a Housing Crash
If you’re holding out hope that the housing market is going to crash and bring home prices back down, here’s a look at what the data...
Mar 2, 2024


Some Experts Say Mortgage Rates May Fall Below 6% Later This Year
There’s a lot of confusion in the market about what’s happening with day-to-day movement in mortgage rates right now, but here’s what you...
Feb 22, 2024


Don’t Let the Latest Home Price Headlines Confuse You
Based on what you’re hearing in the news about home prices, you may be worried they’re falling. But here’s the thing. The headlines...
Feb 16, 2024


Houses Are Still Selling Fast
Have you been thinking about selling your house? If so, here’s some good news. While the housing market isn't as frenzied as it was...
Feb 8, 2024
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