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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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How To Make Sure Your Sale Crosses the Finish Line
If there was one simple step that could help make your home sale a seamless process, wouldn't you want to know about it? Thereās a lot that happens from the time your house goes under contract to closing day. And a few things still have to go right for the deal to go through. But hereās what a lot of sellers may not know. There's one part of the process where some homeowners are hitting a road bump thatās causing buyers to back out these days. But donāt worry. The majority of
5 days ago


Planning To Sell in 2026? Start the Prep Now
Youāve got big plans for 2026. But what you do this year could be the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. If youāre thinking of selling next spring (the busiest season in real estate), the smartest move you can make is to start prepping now. As Realtor.com says : āIf youāre aiming to sell in 2026, now is the time to start preparing , especially if you want to maximize the spring marketās higher buyer activity.āĀ Because the reality is, from small repairs
Oct 23


Donāt Let Unrealistic Pricing Cost You Your Move
These days, youāre going to want to get your price right when you get ready to sell your house. Honestly, itās more important than ever....
Oct 10


Downsizing Without Debt: How More Homeowners Are Buying Their Next House in Cash
If youāve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here's a trend worth...
Sep 26


Do You Know How Much Your House Is Really Worth?
Want to know something important you probably donāt have a professional check for you nearly as often as you should? Spoiler alert: itās...
Sep 19


Why Now May Be a Key 2025 Moment To Sell Your House
Mortgage rates are finally heading in the right direction ā and buyers are starting to jump back in. According to the data, buyer demand...
Sep 18


Patience Wonāt Sell Your House. Pricing Will.
Waiting for the perfect buyer to fall in love with your house? In todayās market, thatās usually not whatās holding things up. And hereās...
Sep 12


Why 50% of Homes Are Selling for Under Asking and How To Avoid It
If your selling strategy still assumes youāll get multiple offers over asking, itās officially time for a reset. That frenzied sellerās...
Sep 9


History Shows the Housing Market Always Recovers
Now that the market is slowing down, homeowners who havenāt sold at the price they were hoping for are increasingly pulling their homes...
Aug 29


More Contracts Are Falling Through. Hereās How To Get Ahead.
When you sell a house, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart right before closing. But according to the latest data from...
Aug 19


Why Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More Than You Think
Cutting out the agent might seem like a smart way to save when you sell your house. But hereās the hard truth. Last year, homes that sold...
Aug 13


The 3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too High
When selling your house, the price you choose isnāt just a number, it's a strategy . And in todayās market, that strategy needs to be...
Aug 6


Donāt 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


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 6


The Secret To Selling Your House in Todayās 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 29


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


Home Projects That Boost Value
Whether youāre planning to move soon or not, itās smart to be strategic about which home projects you take on. Your time, energy, and...
May 13


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 8


The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know About Their Asking Price
When you put your house on the market, you want to sell it quickly and for the best price possible; that's generally the goal. But too...
Apr 4


The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here ā Are You Ready?
If selling your house is on your to-do list this year, the time to start prepping is now. Thatās because experts say the best week to...
Mar 25
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