What You Need to Know about Performing a Lot Split Under California’s SB-9 in the Bay Area

If you’re a homeowner in California thinking about splitting your lot under SB-9, you’ve probably heard a lot of buzz about this new law. Maybe…

The Law of Diminishing Returns in Real Estate: When More Isn’t Always Better

When it comes to Silicon Valley real estate, bigger is not always better. Many homeowners assume that increasing the size of their house, owning a…

The Best REALTOR in Silicon Valley

If you’re buying or selling a home in Silicon Valley, you already know how competitive and complex this market can be. With home prices among…

Cupertino Memorial Park

Centrally located in the heart of Cupertino, Memorial Park spans 22 acres and stands as a testament to the city’s commitment to community, recreation, and…

Relocating from the Bay Area? Here’s What You Need to Know About Climate Risks

As climate change reshapes the U.S. housing market, many homebuyers and homeowners in California and the Bay Area are reevaluating their options. With insurance premiums…

Who Pays the Buyer’s Agent in the Bay Area?

In my 22+ year career in real estate, I have represented a good mix of both buyers and sellers. When I work with buyers, one…

Does a Low Price Reduce the Perceived Value of Bay Area Real Estate?

Selling a home in the Bay Area can be an emotional and stressful process, especially when a property stays on the market longer than expected.…

Economic and Real Estate Outlook for 2025: Insights from Jose Rasco of HSBC

On February 6th 2025, JosĂ© Rasco gave an interview with Alf Nucifora of LuxeSF, the fifth in a yearly series of discussions about the national and local…

Introducing Compass One for Silicon Valley Home Buyers and Sellers

In February 2025, my brokerage, Compass, a leading residential real estate brokerage in the United States, unveiled “Compass One,” an innovative client-facing dashboard designed to…

There’s No Time Like Springtime for Bay Area Home Sellers

Well, January is gone and done, and we are rapidly hurtling into the Spring housing market. The Spring real estate market is often thought of…