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…

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…

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…

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…

Santa Cruz County Vacation Rental Ordinances

Key takeawaysSanta Cruz County’s vacation rental rules are highly location-specific—what’s allowed in one city or coastal zone may be restricted or prohibited just a few…

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…