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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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The Rooms That Matter Most When You Sell
Now that buyers have more options for their move, you need to be a bit more intentional about making sure your house looks its best when...
Jun 5, 2025


Understanding Today’s 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 – maybe even back to...
Jun 4, 2025


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 3, 2025


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 2, 2025


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 29, 2025


Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home?
You’ve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now? With high home prices and stubborn mortgage...
May 29, 2025


The Secret To Selling Your House in Today’s Market
A few years ago, homes were flying off the shelves and getting multiple offers well over their asking price. It felt like you could name...
May 28, 2025


Many Veterans Don’t 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 27, 2025


Thinking about an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Read This First.
If you’ve been house hunting lately, you’ve probably felt the sting of today’s mortgage rates. And it’s because of those rates and rising...
May 22, 2025


More Homes for Sale Isn’t a Warning Sign – It's Your Buying Opportunity
Maybe you’ve 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 21, 2025


You Could Use Some of Your Equity To Give Your Children the Gift of Home
If you’re a homeowner, chances are you’ve built up a lot of wealth – just by living in your house and watching its value grow over time....
May 19, 2025


Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate?
If you have a 3% mortgage rate, you’re probably pretty hesitant to let that go. And even if you’ve toyed with the idea of moving, this...
May 15, 2025


Don’t 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, 2025


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, 2025


Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year
From rising home prices to mortgage rate swings, the housing market has left a lot of people wondering what’s next – and whether now is...
May 8, 2025


Why Some Homes Sell Faster Than Others
As you think ahead to your own move, you may have noticed some houses sell within days, while others linger. But why is that? As Redfin...
May 7, 2025


Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t
With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your...
May 6, 2025


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 5, 2025


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. That’s leaving a lot of people wondering...
May 1, 2025


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, 2025
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