Coming Soon Listings now on MLS
Most consumers probably are not aware of this, but our local MLS just went through a fairly large upgrade. The implementation left a lot to…
Author: Seb Frey
Meet Seb Frey: Your unpretentious and reliable Silicon Valley REALTOR blending warmth with expertise. With a wealth of experience, Seb guides clients through the real estate journey, ensuring precision and professionalism. Trust Seb to turn your dreams into keys or cash.
Santa Cruz Real Estate Update December 2014
Shhhhhh! The Santa Cruz real estate market is sleeping - or it was in November anyway, and it looks like December is going to be…
Water Conservation and Quality Issues for the Homeowner
I recently did a Google Hangout with Gerry Bulfin of CleanWaterStore.com in Santa Cruz, California. We spent a half hour or so talking about water…
The Dirty Truth about Home Price Valuations
The Internet is swimming in offers for free, instant home price valuations. They're all over Google search results, Facebook, Craigslist, and just about every Realtor…
Home Owners Win when Buyers Compete
This is an email I just wrote with some sage advice to my client. There's a property he wants to put an offer in, but…
Repairing Cracks in Stucco and Drywall
Is there an easy and affordable method for repairing cracks in stucco and drywall? The other day I was out inspecting a house with a…
Make the Buyer pay the Seller’s Closing Costs
One of the major drawbacks to real estate as an investment is that it's not a liquid asset. You can't turn a house into a…
For Sale By Owner, North Monterey County Real Estate, Santa Cruz Real Estate, Sellers, Silicon Valley Real Estate
Private Sale vs. Public Sale on the MLS
times of low inventory and strong buyer demand, it seems that any home can be sold, before even so much as a for-sale sign goes…
[M07/S04] Top Negotiation Tactics to use when Selling your Home
Here are seven top negotiation tactics to use when selling your home. Even though they are simple, they are very effective. I use these tactics all…
The Worst Kitchen Layout Ever
I spend a lot of time on the MLS. A lot of the time, I'm looking for properties for my clients. But I also spend…