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 […]
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Buying a Retirement Home – Things to Consider If You Want to Pursue a Homesteading Hobby
Guest Post by Bob Shannon Image Source: Unsplash Buying a home as a retiree can bring up certain questions, such as “Should I stay in the area or move to a favorite place?” or “Will living in this particular place allow me to practice my hobbies?” These decisions can be somewhat overwhelming; however, Guthrie Group […]
New Year, New Home?
Set Homeownership Goals Whether You’re Buying, Selling, or Staying Put The start of a new year always compels people to take a fresh look at their goals, from health and career to relationships and finance. But with historically low mortgage rates, increased home sales and price growth, and a tight housing inventory, the time is […]
How Californians Feel About the Real Estate Market (January 2021)
JANUARY 2021 CALIFORNIA HOUSING SENTIMENT INDEX Each month C.A.R. surveys 1,000 California consumers regarding their sentiments about various aspects of the housing market or the economy that directly impact housing to create a California Housing Sentiment Index. The results of the individual indicators are combined into an equally – weighted diffusion index (where anything over […]
2020 Real Estate Market Recap
Well, folks, it’s been a long and difficult year for everyone. We will certainly be glad to ring in the New Year, and I’m sure you feel the same way. With 2020 wrapping up and 2021 only a few weeks away, we thought it would be a good idea to do a year-end wrap-up post […]
![Online Estimate vs. Professional CMA: What's the Real Difference? 🏠
An automated valuation gives you a number. A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) gives you a strategy.
Here's what a professional CMA includes that algorithms can't provide:
👁️ Physical Inspection – I actually walk through your home and assess condition, updates, and appeal
📍 Micro-Local Expertise – Street-by-street knowledge that impacts value (premium locations, school zones, neighborhood trends)
📊 Adjusted Comparables – Not just recent sales, but analyzed and adjusted for YOUR home's specific features
💡 Market Intelligence – Current buyer demand, inventory levels, and pricing strategy for today's conditions
🎯 Strategic Positioning – How to price to attract the right buyers and maximize your return
The difference? An algorithm assumes your renovated kitchen is "average." A CMA quantifies it: "$15,000 premium for modern finishes vs. comparable with dated oak cabinets."
Your home deserves more than a number—it deserves a strategy. Learn why professional valuation still matters in our latest blog post.
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Libby Guthrie, REALTOR® 🏡
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