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…

Reasons Bay Area Real Estate Prices Continue to Rise

I've been a long-time, on-and-off-again reader of The Economist. I really enjoy the wide variety articles they publish, with stories from around the world -…

Silver Creek Linear Park: Trails, Amenities, and More

Tucked away in the bucolic area of Silver Creek Valley in San Jose, Silver Creek Linear Park stands as a testament to the harmonious integration…

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…

Santa Cruz County Vacation Rental Ordinances

In the picturesque coastal region of Santa Cruz County, the allure of investing in vacation rental properties has captivated many aspiring entrepreneurs and real estate…

Sold in San Jose for 15.9% Over List Price Six Days on Market

recently closed a record-breaking sale of a home at 5359 Laurel Canyon Drive in San Jose. The sale of this home makes a good case study in…