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…
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The Neighborhoods of Apple: Where Apple Employees Live in Silicon Valley
Key takeawaysApple employees don’t cluster in a single “company town.” Where they live reflects tradeoffs between commute time, housing costs, schools, lifestyle, and stage of…
Working with a Silicon Valley Buyer Agent
you’re considering buying a home in Silicon Valley or the Bay Area, recent changes in real estate compensation practices have likely raised some questions about…
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…
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
Key takeawaysClosing cost credits are a negotiation tool, not “free money.” They shift who pays costs at closing, and their usefulness depends on market conditions,…
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…