Compass: Real Estate Revolution – Why Analysts See a Bright Future for the Brokerage

On August 13, 2025, Business Breakdowns released Episode 226, “Compass: Real Estate Revolution,” a deep-dive into one of the most ambitious real estate brokerages in…

What to Do When Your Bay Area Home Isn’t Selling – Without Dropping the Price

Key takeaways A stale listing usually isn’t “unsellable”—it’s just lost momentum. Buyers assume something is wrong, so the job is to reset perception by improving…

Is Silicon Valley a Good Place to Live?

So, you're wondering if Silicon Valley is the right place for you? It's a question many people are asking, and the answer, as with most…

A Home Equity Consultation: Maximizing Cash Out at Closing on the Sale of Your Home

Key takeaways Maximizing cash-out at closing isn’t just about the sale price—it’s about controlling the full equation: taxes, fees, timing, prep costs, and negotiating leverage…

Timing the Sale of Your Silicon Valley Home for Maximum Profit

Key takeaways The best time to sell in Silicon Valley isn’t about guessing the “top”—it’s about listing when buyer urgency is higher than available inventory,…

The Market Is Shifting—Here’s What You Need to Know About the Second Half of 2025

We’re officially past the seasonal peak for home sales and pricing here in Silicon Valley—and frankly, across the country too. If you’ve been paying attention,…

The First Grateful Dead Concert: A San Jose House Party That Made Rock History

be told, I’m pretty much a lifelong Deadhead. I caught my first show at Laguna Seca Raceway in 1987 at the tender age of sixteen,…

Five Reasons Why Asking Zillow What Your House is Worth is a Bad Idea

Key takeaways Zillow’s Zestimate is an algorithmic guess, not a true valuation—because it can’t fully account for the real factors that drive price (condition, upgrades,…

Using Curiosity and FOMO in Real Estate Marketing to Drive Buyer Interest

In today’s competitive real estate market, especially in high-demand areas like the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, creating a sense of urgency and curiosity in…

How to Handle a Lowball Offer on your Home in the Bay Area

’ve been selling homes in Silicon Valley and the surrounding areas for years, and for a long time, lowball offers were pretty rare. In a…