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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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Unlock Your Home's Full Potential with Our Free Homebot Service
🌟 Curious about your home's financial potential? 🌟 Wondering how much you can afford to buy another home or what your rental income...
Jun 24, 2024


The Downsides of Selling Your House Without an Agent
Considering selling your house without an agent can be a daunting task that requires careful consideration. While the idea of saving...
Jun 21, 2024


Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade
Summer is officially here and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning where you want to vacation and unwind this season. If...
Jun 20, 2024


What You Need To Know About Today’s Down Payment Programs
There's no denying it's gotten more challenging to buy a home, especially with today's mortgage rates and home price appreciation. And...
Jun 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


Do Elections Impact the Housing Market?
The 2024 Presidential election is just months away. As someone who’s thinking about potentially buying or selling a home, you’re probably...
Jun 17, 2024


Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up
You may have heard that there are more brand-new homes available right now than the norm. Today, about one in three homes on the market...
Jun 13, 2024


Home Prices Aren’t Declining, But Headlines Might Make You Think They Are
If you’ve seen the news lately about home sellers slashing prices, it’s a great example of how headlines do more to terrify than clarify....
Jun 12, 2024


How VA Loans Can Help You Buy a Home
For over 80 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped millions of veterans buy their own homes. If you or someone you know has...
Jun 7, 2024


Your Equity Could Make a Move Possible
Many homeowners looking to sell feel like they’re stuck between a rock and a hard place right now. Today’s mortgage rates are higher than...
Jun 6, 2024


The Sweet Spot for Buying Luxury Homes
If you’ve been looking for a home at the high end of your market, but haven’t found the right one, you may have put your search on hold....
Jun 5, 2024


More Than a House: The Emotional Benefits of Homeownership
With all the headlines and talk about housing affordability, it can be tempting to get lost in the financial side of buying a home....
Jun 3, 2024


The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today
Buyers face challenges in any market – and today’s is no different. With higher mortgage rates and rising prices, plus the limited supply...
May 30, 2024


How an Agent Helps Market Your House
You’re ready to sell your house. But what do you need most from your real estate agent? Well, the National Association of Realtors (NAR)...
May 29, 2024


How Do Climate Risks Affect Your Next Home?
Climate change is impacting where people buy homes. As the experts at the National Association of Realtors (NAR) explain: “Sixty-three...
May 28, 2024


Questions You May Have About Selling Your House
There’s no denying mortgage rates are having a big impact on today’s housing market. And that may leave you with some questions about...
May 23, 2024


Worried about Home Maintenance Costs? Consider This.
If one of the main reasons you’re hesitant to buy a home is because you’re worried about the upkeep, here’s some information you may find...
May 21, 2024


What’s Next for Home Prices and Mortgage Rates?
If you’re thinking of making a move this year, there are two housing market factors that are probably on your mind: home prices and...
May 20, 2024


Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move?
If you’ve got a move on your mind, you may be wondering whether you should wait to sell until mortgage rates come down before you spring...
May 17, 2024


The Number of Homes for Sale Is Increasing
There’s no denying the last couple of years have been tough for anyone trying to buy a home because there haven’t been enough houses to...
May 16, 2024
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