Compass Collections for Home Buyers and Sellers

real estate industry is rapidly evolving, with technology playing a key role in reshaping how buyers, sellers, and agents interact with the market. Among the…

Frequently Asked Questions for Bay Area Home Sellers

Thinking about selling your home in the Bay Area and have questions about the process? You’re not alone! Selling a property can feel overwhelming, but…

A Legal Primer for Divorce in Santa Clara County

can be an emotionally taxing and legally complex process, especially in a high-stakes region like Santa Clara County. Whether you’re contemplating divorce, in the midst…

The BRBC Form: Buyer Representation and Broker Compensation Agreement – What Bay Area Buyers Need to Know

The California Association of REALTORS (C.A.R.) "Buyer Representation and Broker Compensation Agreement" is a legal document that establishes the terms and conditions under which a…

The End of an Era: Buyer Compensation Removed from the MLS

It's the end of an era!Since I got my real estate license in 2003 - and for at least 20 years before that - working…

Could 2025 the the Best Year to Sell a Home in Silicon Valley?

The Silicon Valley housing market marches to its own beat, driven by a unique blend of demand and desirability that resonates far beyond the region.…

Santa Clara County Real Estate Update September 2024

The Santa Clara County real estate market has taken us on quite a ride in 2024. Conditions have been constantly evolving in response to various…

Should a Bay Area Home Seller Pay a Buyer’s Agent’s Commission?

you’re planning to sell your home in the Bay Area, you might be wondering about the changes in how you pay a buyer’s agent now…

Santa Clara County August 2024 Market Update

As we move through 2024, the real estate market in Santa Clara County continues to exhibit seasonal changes.Not surprisingly, the summer of 2024 saw a…

The Dog Days of Summer 2024

There's nothing like summer to break up a good routine, especially if you have school-age kids like I do. But summer is more than half…