The Good News for Sillicon Valley – January 20, 2026

of the most common phrases I hear from longtime Bay Area homeowners is, “I want to sell my home as-is.” Unlike most REALTOR®s, I am…

The Good News for Silicon Valley – January 13, 2026

I've always said it doesn't matter where you stand, so long as you know where you're going. But I find it helpful to know how…

Proof That Staging With Rented Furniture And Decor Is a Waste of Money

Key takeawaysA controlled academic study found that staging with rented furniture and décor did not produce statistically significant increases in buyers’ price valuations, even though…

My Downsizing Process for Families With Older Adult Homeowners In The Bay Area

Key takeawaysDownsizing for older adult homeowners isn’t a real estate decision first—it’s a life transition. The biggest risks come from rushing, reacting to stress, or…

Cupertino: A Silicon Valley Legal Drama Shines a Spotlight on Our City

I have to admit, as a longtime admirer of Cupertino and seasoned Bay Area REALTOR®, I’m thrilled to see our city take center stage in…

The Good News for Santa Cruz – January 13, 2026

I've always said it doesn't matter where you stand, so long as you know where you're going. But I find it helpful to know how…

Seb Frey Earns Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) Designation, Expanding Support for Bay Area Senior Homeowners

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Seb Frey, Broker Associate - Compass (DRE #01369847)Phone: 408-596-1623Email: [email protected] VALLEY / LOS GATOS, CA — January 13, 2026 — Seb Frey, a…

California AB 1033: A First-Hand Guide to ADU Condo Conversions

Key takeawaysCalifornia AB 1033 allows certain ADUs to be legally converted into separate condominiums, creating a new path for homeowners to sell or finance an…

Bay Area Real Estate Market Outlook for 2026

takeawaysThe Bay Area housing market in 2026 is likely to remain shaped by the same two opposing forces: affordability pressure (high rates + high prices)…

Why Smart Bay Area Home Sellers Pay for the Buyer’s Home Warranty

Selling a home in the Bay Area isn’t just a transaction; for most, it’s a major life transition. For many longtime homeowners, especially those moving…