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 -…

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…

Bay Area Home Improvement Return on Investment (ROI)

In the high-stakes world of Bay Area real estate, making strategic decisions about home improvement is crucial for maximizing property value. The quest for the…

You know what they say: Shift Happens

Ever hear the ancient Chinese curse, "May you live in interesting times"? I bet you have. But it turns out it is neither ancient nor…

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…

Pricing Unusual Homes in the Bay Area to Sell

If you've been reading my emails, blog, or watching my YouTube videos, you know that I'm practically obsessed with the law of supply and demand,…

Selling a Property in a Trust: What Bay Area Homeowners Need to Know

In the dynamic world of Bay Area real estate, selling a property in a trust presents a unique set of advantages and challenges that homeowners…

Bay Area Home Sale Disclosures: A Quick Guide for Sellers

material facts when selling a home is crucial for maintaining transparency and integrity in the real estate transaction process. It is a duty and requirement…