Realtor Blog

Published 24 April, 2023 in Bay Area Housing Trends

When listing their home, every seller wants it to look its best, to show well, to obtain the highest sale price possible. When meeting with my clients, I stress the following: 1. Vacate your home and if that's not possible, empty it as much as possible Once you've a signed contract you may only have 2-4 weeks to vacate, to avoid that deadline stress, pack as much as possible and rent a pod or storage unit.  Getting a short term rental or moving in with family/friends is also a great help; remember, once the house is listed, if you're still living in it,...

Published 3 March, 2023 in Bay Area Housing Trends

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) who track housing information, the number one reason sellers sold their homes since the start of the pandemic was their need to find a larger home. The need for a home office, space to homeschool children, and the attraction of yard space during shelter-in-place...

Published 20 January, 2023 in Bay Area Housing Trends

So appreciate getting feedback on my postings, your input really helps me! It was recently pointed out to me that I haven't posted information on rental pricing, so this post addresses rentals in five Silicon Valley cities: Cupertino, Los Altos, Mountain View, Palo Alto, and Sunnyvale, the cities I get asked about most! ...

Published 27 October, 2022 in Bay Area Housing Trends

Hello Friends, If you're anything like me, you love information, so I've put together some stats in an easy to read visual that I hope you'll find gives a nice quick overview of the market. I have access to a lot of real estate information courtesy of our local Multiple Listing System; going forward I'll be sending you more such information....

Published 11 April, 2022 in Bay Area Housing Trends

Many people stress about moving to a new home. There are many tasks involved and many things to remember during the moving process. Packing up is a big part of moving, but it’s not the only thing. If you are dreading the unpacking experience, don’t fret. You can make unpacking a breeze and get settled into your new home in no time. With some planning and forward-thinking, ...

Published 4 March, 2022 in Bay Area Housing Trends

When you add a furry member to your household, you gain a faithful companion that will be there for you when you need them most. But, you also inherit fur, slobber, and dirt brought in from their time outside. It’s a bit of extra work, but it’s worth it. Today on Bay Area Housing Trends, we offer up advice on how to keep a clean and healthy house despite fur and muddy paws. ...

Published 16 November, 2021 in Bay Area Housing Trends

Thinking of putting your home up on the market? If so, there are several steps you should take beforehand. The right prep work can make your sales process fast and lucrative. Ideally, you’ll make a great impression right away, get plenty of tours, and have your pick of offers in short order....