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There is a lot to know when you are buying a home. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, we have loads of tips for you.

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How to Buy a Home with a Homeowners Association (HOA) [VIDEO]

October 11, 2019 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

How to Buy a Home with a Homeowners Association

 Question: What should I know about a homeowner’s association before I buy a home? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript Hi, I’m Libby Guthrie with Keller Williams Realty in Northern California. And today I’m going to talk about buying a home that has a homeowners association. At the end of this video, you can […]

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Do the Buyer and Seller Need to Be Present at (a House) Closing? [Video]

August 27, 2019 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Do the Buyer and Seller Need to Be Present at (a House) Closing

 Question: Do the Buyer and Seller Need to Be Present at Closing? Answered by Libby Guthrie Video Transcript We’re going to talk a little bit about closing and what that means. Closing in Northern California is the specific date that the deed is recorded from the seller to the buyer, deeding the property over […]

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Out of Pocket Costs💲for Home Buyers [Video]

August 6, 2019 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Out of Pocket Costs for Home Buyers with Libby Guthrie

Libby answers the question “what are the upfront or out of pocket costs for buying a house?” Video Transcript You’re so excited. The seller accepted your contract and you go wow! Now, what do I do? What kind of money do I have to come up with upfront? Well, if you’re financing your loan your […]

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Buying Foreclosures and Short Sales – Buying Distressed Homes 🏚 [Video]

April 30, 2019 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

 Hi, sometimes when I meet up with buyers for the first time, they ask me they say, Libby…hey, you know, let’s just look at short sales and foreclosures because I think I can get a really good bargain on that because these are distressed sales and I go, like okay, let’s see what we […]

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How Much is Your Home Actually Worth?

March 13, 2019 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

Discover What Buyers Will Pay in Today’s Market It’s easy to look up how much money you have in your savings account or the real-time value of your stock investments. But determining the true market value of a home is trickier. As a seller, knowing your home’s actual worth helps you price it correctly when […]

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What’s Ahead for Real Estate in 2019?

January 14, 2019 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

As we begin another year, everyone wants to know: “Where is the housing market headed in 2019?” It’s not only buyers, sellers, and homeowners who are impacted. The real estate market plays an integral role in the overall U.S. economy.  Fortunately, key indicators point toward a stable housing market in 2019 with signs of modest […]

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5 Reasons Why Winter is a Great Time to Buy or Sell a Home

November 19, 2018 By Libby Guthrie Leave a Comment

‘Tis the Season to buy or sell your home It’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t try to buy or sell a home during the fall and winter months. This is generally considered the “offseason” in real estate, even by many real estate agents. Many sellers mistakenly believe that the cold weather will keep buyers […]

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Zoning and local regulations are non-negotiable. ADU legality, short-term rental rules, and multi-family zoning vary dramatically by city and neighborhood. What's allowed three blocks away may not be allowed on your property. Unpermitted units create liability headaches that outlast the savings. Do things by the book from the start.
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