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What a Half Million Dollar House in Hayward CA Looks Like ๐Ÿคฏ

August 21, 2018 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Brentwood CA, Hayward CA, Home Buying Tips

Do’s and Don’ts of Home Viewing

August 15, 2018 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Going to view homes for sale is the part most house hunters look forward to. Weโ€™ve compiled a few doโ€™s and donโ€™ts about home viewing. DO ask questions! Here is our most important piece of advice for when youโ€™re home viewing with your agent: If you have questions, be sure to ask your agent! Your […]

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3 Home Buying Mistakes You Might Be Making

August 13, 2018 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

3 Home Buying Mistakes You Might Be Making

After taking the time and effort to get your finances in order, itโ€™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: […]

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Explaining the Home Buying Timeline

August 8, 2018 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

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 letโ€™s take a look at the typical timeline. Home Buying Timeline Before you begin Time Estimate: Varies (months to years) Weโ€™ve talked a bit about this in other posts. […]

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3 Questions to Ask Before Starting the Home Buying Process

August 6, 2018 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Buying a home is one of the most important purchases youโ€™ll ever make. Weโ€™re here to help you understand the home buying process so you know what to expect. Today, we’re talking about what you need to doย before you even begin. What to Ask Yourself Before Starting the Home Buying Process What can I afford? […]

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Ken and Libby’s Big Lake Shasta Adventure – The Movie

July 30, 2018 By Ken Guthrie Leave a Comment

We took hundreds of pictures while on our big adventure, too many to post in the original article. So we created this short video slideshow of sorts including more scenic photos, shots from the boat, and a few special personal moments. And you’re in luck, it’s right below. Enjoy! Let us know where you think […]

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3 Brentwood Parks to Enjoy This Summer

July 16, 2018 By Ken Guthrie Leave a Comment

There’s still plenty of summertime left to enjoy the outdoors and local parks before school lets in. In this post, we’ll talk about 3 parks in Brentwood to get you focused. We tried to count all the parks in town and lost count at 70. Yes, there are over 70 parks in Brentwood alone. City […]

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Three simple steps can make a big impact:
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These aren't just cosmetic changes. They help buyers emotionally connect with your space, which directly impacts offer strength.
Spring sellers who take these steps seriously tend to see faster sales and higher offers. It's not about perfectionโ€”it's about presentation.
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