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Real Estate Home Rental Scammers [VIDEO]

July 3, 2020 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Real Estate Home Rental Scammers

Question: Libby, I found a home rental that’s really cheap. Should I take it? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript Hi, I’m Libby Guthrie with Keller Williams Realty in Northern California. I’m going to talk today about rental scams and for what you need to be on the lookout for in case you’re looking for a […]

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Should I Change the Locks on My New Home? [VIDEO]

June 19, 2020 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Question: Libby, should I change the locks on my new home? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript Hi, I’m Libby Guthrie with Keller Williams Realty in Northern California. And I’m going to talk today about whether or not you should get your locks changed when you obtain your new home, whether it be a brand new […]

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3 OTHER Frequently Asked Questions From Home Buyers

June 16, 2020 By Ken Guthrie Leave a Comment

A lot of questions come up when it’s time to buy a home. Whether it’s your first time, or you’re buying your second or third home, there is a lot to know and plenty to learn. Sure, we get lots of questions like; “Is this a good time to buy real estate?“, “How much home […]

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Is Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell Real Estate?

June 15, 2020 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Traditionally, spring is one of the busiest times of the year for real estate. However, the coronavirus outbreak—and subsequent stay-at-home orders—led many buyers and sellers to put their moving plans on hold. In April, new listings fell nearly 45%, and sales volume fell 15% compared to last year.1 Fortunately, as restrictions have eased, we’ve seen […]

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Will Mortgage Interest Rates Drop (Because of the Pandemic)? [VIDEO]

June 12, 2020 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Will Mortgage Interest Rates Rise or Fall?

Question: Libby, will mortgage rates drop because of the COVID-19 pandemic? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript Hi, I’m Libby Guthrie with Keller Williams Realty in Northern California, and I’m going to talk real quickly today about mortgage interest rates and what causes them to go up and down. A lot of times I’ll have clients […]

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Is the Real Estate Market Going to Crash? (2020) [VIDEO]

June 5, 2020 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Is real estate market going to crash?

Question: Libby, is the real estate market going to crash? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript Hi, I’m Libby Guthrie with Keller Williams Realty in Northern California, and I have a lot of clients asking me about whether or not the real estate market is going to crash like it did in 2008. So I’d like […]

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Obtaining a Salesperson’s or Broker’s Real Estate License

June 2, 2020 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Obtaining a Salesperson or Broker Real Estate License in California

Question: Libby, can you give me some tips on how to get my real estate license? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript Hi, I’m Libby Guthrie with Keller Williams Realty in Northern California. If you’re thinking about getting your real estate salesperson’s license or your broker’s license to sell real estate in the state of California, […]

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5 Small Things That Make Buyers Feel at Home Immed 5 Small Things That Make Buyers Feel at Home ImmediatelyWhen buyers walk into a home, the little things shape the feeling faster than most sellers realize.
Here are five details that make a home feel instantly inviting:
1. Natural light and open blinds
2. A comfortable temperature
3. Clean, fresh-smelling air
4. Clear surfaces and uncluttered rooms
5. A layout that feels easy to move through
None of these require a major renovation. But together, they change how a buyer experiences the space.
That first impression matters. Buyers don’t just evaluate square footage and finishes — they pay attention to how a home feels in the first few minutes.
If you’re preparing to sell, start with the basics before chasing bigger updates. Often, the easiest improvements create the strongest emotional response.
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