Why you Should Sign a Buyer Representation Agreement in the Bay Area
As you embark on your home buying journey in the Bay Area, one critical element that can significantly enhance your experience and outcome is signing…
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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…
Closing Cost Credits: A Comprehensive Guide for Bay Area Buyers and Sellers
When buying or selling real estate in the Bay Area, understanding closing costs and how closing cost credits work can make a significant difference in…
The Importance of Creating Buyer Urgency in Selling a Home in the Bay Area
One of the keys to a successful sale of anything, creating a sense of urgency can make a significant difference in the performance of any…
Dual Representation in the Bay Area: What you Need to Know
The real estate market in the Bay Area is known for its fierce competition, high stakes, and fast-moving nature. In such a dynamic environment, some…
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…
The Neighborhoods of Apple: Where Apple Employees Live in Silicon Valley
Are you an Apple employee or considering joining this innovative tech giant and wondering where to live? With its headquarters in Cupertino, Apple employees have…
Working with a Silicon Valley Buyer Agent
you’re considering buying a home, recent changes in real estate compensation practices have likely raised some questions about working with a buyer’s agent. For over…
Opportunities for Bay Area Homebuyers in Q4 2024
As we go deeper into the final quarter of 2024, the Bay Area real estate market is offering significant opportunities for homebuyers—especially those ready to…
How Bay Area Buyer’s Agents are Paid Now that the Rules Have Changed
many months - even years - of angst and expectation, the new era of real estate has dawned. I can't tell you how many Zoom…