The Change Has Come! In our last quarterly real estate market update, I noted how the inventory, (that’s the number of homes listed for sale) had grown for two quarters in a row. We were waiting for one more quarter to see if this was an uptick that would go back down or the beginning […]
9 Discounts for Seniors You Might Not Have Known About
Everyone loves a discount, especially those on a fixed budget or limited income. This includes students, recent grads, widows and widowers, and of course, seniors. One of the difficulties with senior discounts is, well, you have to admit you’re a ‘senior’. Many of these discounts start for those who are 50 (think AARP) or 55. But most […]
Top 3 Tips to Remember When Selling Your Home [Video]
[Transcript Below] The first thing to do is work on your curb appeal of your home. You have probably decided by the time you come to the front door whether you’re going to purchase this home or not. The curb appeal is so extremely important. Make sure you keep your grass green. There are no […]
What a Half Million Dollar House in Hayward CA Looks Like 🤯
What kind of house will $500,000 buy in Hayward, CA compared to Brentwood, CA? Welcome to our second article comparing housing prices in the San Francisco Bay Area to East Contra Costa County. And just FYI, even though we are on the edge of what you might think is the Bay Area, we still consider […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Home Viewing
Going to view homes for sale is the part most house hunters look forward to. We’ve compiled a few do’s and don’ts about home viewing. DO ask questions! Here is our most important piece of advice for when you’re home viewing with your agent: If you have questions, be sure to ask your agent! Your […]
3 Home Buying Mistakes You Might Be Making
After taking the time and effort to get your finances in order, it’s now time to go home shopping! These are some common home buying mistakes that we have seen people make. Here are three of the top mistakes you could be making, with some helpful advice on how to avoid them! Home Buying Mistakes: […]
Explaining the Home Buying Timeline
Are you wondering how long it takes to buy a house? In short: it varies. The home buying timeline varies on a few different factors but let’s take a look at the typical timeline. Home Buying Timeline Before you begin Time Estimate: Varies (months to years) We’ve talked a bit about this in other posts. […]
