How to Make a Winning Offer on a Bay Area Home

Today’s homebuyers are faced with a strong sellers’ market, which means there are a lot of active buyers competing for a relatively low number of…

Is It a Good Time to Sell My House?

Last year, many homeowners thought twice about selling their houses due to the onset of the health crisis. This year, however, homeowners are beginning to…

What Are the Benefits of a 20% Down Payment?

If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you may be wondering how much money you need to come up with for your down…

Protect your Home from Wildfires

It's a sure bet that 2020 will go down in history for a number of reasons. Many people will think of COVID-19, of course -…

Tips for Creating a Stellar Home Office in a Small Home

There are many benefits that come with working from home. You don’t have to commute to an office, you can set your own hours, and…

5 Reasons to Sell Your House This Spring

When selling a house, most homeowners hope for a quick and profitable transaction that puts them in a position to make a great move. If…

How Smart Is It to Buy a Home Today?

Whether you’re buying your first home or selling your current house, if your needs are changing and you think you need to move, the decision…

Happy Lunar New Year Bay Area – the Year of the Ox!

Welcome to the year of the Metal Ox! Last year was the year of the Rat, and we all know how that turned out. But…

July 2020 Santa Cruz County Real Estate Market Update

Market Activity Soars after Early Spring DeclineRecovering from the initial shelter-in-place drop in sales activity, Santa Cruz County has now jumped well above the highest…

How to Safely Sell Your Home During a Pandemic

While a global pandemic of a potentially lethal virus may be a challenging time to sell your home, there are creative ways to do it…