To Rent or to Buy, that is the question. – William Shakespeare OK, Bill Shakespeare never said that, but if he were alive today, he might. 😉 Since there is no one answer to the question, “Should I buy a house, or continue to rent a house (or apartment)”, we will try and give you […]
Kota the Rescue Dog
This is Kota on a recent visit to Lake Tahoe. Here’s his story as told to us by Monica Potter: Kota was a part of the North Complex Fire evacuation near Berry Creek, California. That complex of fires began with multiple lightning strikes in August of 2020 and was not fully contained until December 2020. […]
Tips for Buying a Home Even When Your Credit Profile Isn’t Ideal
Guest Post by Bob Shannon Photo from Pixabay When making large purchases that require a loan, building a good credit score is critical. Despite your best efforts, you may find that your credit profile isn’t ideal when it comes time to purchase a house. Many people find themselves in this situation, but there are things […]
Is the Real Estate Market Going to Crash?
While many areas of the economy have contracted, the housing market has stayed remarkably strong. But can the good news last? When COVID-related shutdowns began in March 2020, real estate brokers and clients scrambled to respond to the shift. Record-low interest rates caused some lenders to call a halt to new underwriting, and homeowners debated […]
We Moved to Knoxville Tennessee
For those of you who don’t know yet, Libby and I have just moved to Tennessee. We had been looking for a place to move to so we could slow down a little, and since Libby is from Knoxville, we decided that would be our new home. If this is news to you, you’re probably […]
We’re Moving
At the end of February 2021, Ken and I will be moving to Knoxville, Tennessee. But don’t worry! We aren’t leaving you behind. Guthrie Group Homes will still be serving you as your trusted Real Estate Agents in Contra Costa County. Here’s how it will work. When you have a real estate need, you can […]
5 Inspiring Home Design and Remodeling Trends for 2021
We’ve all spent a lot more time at home over the past year. And for many of us, our homes have become our office, our classroom, our gym—and most importantly, our safe haven during times of uncertainty. So it’s no surprise to see that design trends for 2021 revolve around soothing color palettes, cozy character, […]
