2020 will be known for a lot of things, and a record-breaking year for real estate will certainly be one of its more unexpected legacies.” ~ Daryl Fairweather1 And he’s right: most of us would have expected the housing market to suffer from circumstances like a once-in-a-hundred-years pandemic and historic inventory shortages. But, rather than […]
5 Secrets Buyers and Sellers Must Know About Virtual Home Tours
For years now, virtual home tours have helped real estate buyers far and wide find the perfect home. From long-distance military personnel being relocated to investors expanding their portfolio to homeowners looking for a vacation getaway, this technology makes finding a house that’s a bit out of driving distance much easier. And for real estate […]
Selling a Home in a Trust or with a Power of Attorney [VIDEO]
Question: Libby, how do you sell a home with a Trust or Power of Attorney? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript Hi, I’m Libby Guthrie, Keller Williams Realty in Northern California. And today we’re going to discuss selling a home that’s in a Trust and also selling a home for a relative that you have […]
Selling Your Home with a Pet (or Pets) 🐶 😾 [VIDEO]
Question: Libby, we are going to sell our home, but we have pets. Do you have any advice for us? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript Hi, Libby Guthrie here at Keller Williams Realty in Northern California. Selling a home when you have pets. We’re going to talk today about that. It can be stressful to […]
Should You Move Up or Buy a Second Home?
Which Move Is Right For You? The pandemic has changed the way many of us live, work, and attend school—and those changes have impacted our priorities when it comes to choosing a home. According to a recent survey by The Harris Poll, 75% of respondents who have begun working remotely would like to continue doing […]
Lowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and Buyers
In July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while many Americans have rushed to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity, others question the hype. Are today’s rates truly a bargain? While average mortgage rates have drifted between 4% and 5% in recent years, they haven’t always […]
When a Neighbor Has a Buyer for Your Home [VIDEO]
Question: Libby, what if a neighbor has a buyer for my house before it’s on the market? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript Hi, I’m Libby Guthrie, Keller Williams Realty in Northern California. What happens when your neighbors are curious about when you list your home and what you’ve listed it for? And if they […]
