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Since the inception of this blog in 2016, I’ve been repeating the same mantra quite regularly: it’s a seller’s market. And to this day, the boom times continue. Though markets are by their nature always cyclical, the timing of these cycles varies. This particular upward trend in home prices has… Read More

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As we enter March, the Bay Area is finally getting the rain it sorely needs. The weather forecast varies between warm days and cold. And the world of real estate is experiencing its own fluctuations. With the traditional hottest season for real estate fast approaching, we should look ahead with… Read More

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I’ve spoken before at length about the importance of staging a home before putting it on the market for sale. Of course, as they say, a picture is worth a thousand words, so I wanted to share some photos to illustrate this point. Here are some photos from a… Read More

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Happy New Year! It’s officially 2018, and there’s no better time than now to set some New Year’s resolutions. But have you ever thought about making some resolutions related to real estate? Buying or selling a home, after all, is a huge and involved process. Even though having a knowledgeable… Read More

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We’re a mere two weeks away from 2018! The dawn of the new year presents a great opportunity to reflect upon the past year and plan for the future. Today I’d like to take a moment to review some simple steps you can take to prepare for the year ahead. Read More

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The holiday season is upon us, and there’s magic in the air. There’s also quite a bit of real estate news! Here’s a look at some of the biggest recent stories. HOW THE PROPOSED NEW TAX PLAN COULD AFFECT HOMEOWNERS This might be the most important… Read More

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Last fall, I did a blog post for other Realtors, explaining how to capitalize on the real estate market shifts that tend to accompany the last couple months of each year. The fact is, this is a situation that is not only beneficial to real estate… Read More

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Witches and skeletons have been popping up in store windows, and the smell of pumpkin spice is in the air. It must be Halloween season! In the spirit of the upcoming holiday, here’s a roundup of some real estate news with a spooky twist. Enjoy! For Sale by Owner… Read More

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Here’s an interesting fact: according to the latest census stats, 29% of homeowners in California are living mortgage-free. That’s right, more than a quarter of all owner-occupied residences are free and clear, unencumbered by those pesky monthly mortgage payments. This is a pretty surprising statistic, given the frequently gloomy… Read More

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Real estate is a funny business, one that by its very nature is ever-changing. And I don’t just mean the industry itself; I am also referring to each individual agent’s business. For example, I have had an excellent 2017 by nearly any measure. I have listed a number of great… Read More