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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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Today’s Tale of Two Housing Markets
Depending on where you live, the housing market could feel red-hot or strangely quiet right now. The truth is, local markets are starting...
Jul 28, 2025


Concerned About Freeway Noise? Let’s Talk Facts
I’m selling a home this week, and a few buyers have asked the same question: “It looks close to the freeway—does it get noisy?” It’s a...
Jul 25, 2025


The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See
Foreclosure headlines are making noise again – and they’re designed to stir up fear to get you to read them. But what the data shows is...
Jul 23, 2025


Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your House
Are you thinking about selling your house? Some common mistakes today can make the process more stressful or even cost you money....
Jul 21, 2025


Mortgage Rates Are Stabilizing – How That Helps Today’s Buyers
Over the past few years, affordability has been the biggest challenge for homebuyers. Between rapidly rising home prices and higher...
Jul 16, 2025


The Truth About Where Home Prices Are Heading
There are plenty of headlines these days calling for a housing market crash. But the truth is, they’re not telling the full story. Here’s...
Jul 10, 2025


Selling and Buying at the Same Time? Here’s What You Need To Know
If you're a homeowner planning to move, you're probably wondering what the process is going to look like and what you should tackle...
Jul 9, 2025


Bay Area Fixers: Blind Gamble or Smart Move? Why the Right Agent Matters
When it comes to buying an older home in the Bay Area, many buyers think the hardest part is finding a property they like—and once that’s...
Jul 8, 2025


What You Should Know About Getting a Mortgage Today
If you’ve been putting off buying a home because you thought getting approved would be too hard, know this: qualifying for a mortgage is...
Jul 7, 2025


Think No One’s Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again.
If you’ve seen headlines saying home sales are down compared to last year, you might be thinking – is it even a good time to sell? ...
Jul 3, 2025


Why Big Investors Aren’t a Challenge for Today’s Homebuyer
Remember the chatter in the headlines about all the homes big institutional investors were buying? If you were thinking about buying a...
Jul 2, 2025


Eichler vs. Veteran Homes: Why So Many Bay Area Buyers Get It Wrong
“Is Eichler the legendary veteran house?” That’s one of the most common questions I get from buyers house hunting in the Bay Area. And...
Jul 1, 2025


Record Prices & Resilient Sales: Santa Clara & San Mateo in Focus
Despite some spring slowdown sparked by April’s stock market dip and ongoing economic uncertainty, Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties...
Jun 30, 2025


Multi-Generational Homebuying Hit a Record High – Here’s Why
Multi-generational living is on the rise. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 17% of homebuyers purchase a home to...
Jun 30, 2025


Think It’s Better To Wait for a Recession Before You Move? Think Again.
Fear of a recession is back in the headlines. And if you’re thinking about buying or selling sometime soon, that may leave you wondering...
Jun 25, 2025


Why Homeownership Is Going To Be Worth It
Life can feel a bit unpredictable these days. What’s happening with inflation? The economy? The housing market? But in the middle of all...
Jun 23, 2025


3 Reasons To Buy a Home This Summer
Are you thinking about buying a home, but not sure if now’s the right time? A lot of people are waiting and wondering what the market’s...
Jun 19, 2025


Why More Sellers Are Choosing To Move, Even with Today’s Rates
It’s hard to let go of a 3% mortgage rate. There’s no question about it. It’s the main reason why so many homeowners have delayed their...
Jun 18, 2025


Is Inventory Getting Back To Normal?
After years of it feeling almost impossible to find a home you want to buy, things are changing for the better. Nationally, inventory is...
Jun 11, 2025


Buying Your First Home? FHA Loans Can Help
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you might feel like the odds are stacked against you in today’s market. But there are resources and...
Jun 9, 2025
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