Using Multiple Counter Offers as a Seller in Silicon Valley Real Estate
If you’re selling a home in Silicon Valley, you may already know this is one of the most competitive real estate markets in the country.…
Category: Negotiation
Great deals aren’t just found. Truly great deals are negotiated. Many people in California are not comfortable with negotiation, because it’s not part of day-to-day mainstream culture. But when it comes to buying and selling real estate, negotiation is absolutely crucial to make sure you get both the best price AND terms.
Negotiating the Sale of Your Silicon Valley Home: Lessons from Never Split the Difference
Selling a home in Silicon Valley can be nerve-wracking; after all, it's common that millions of dollars are at stake. You know what else is…
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…
Why a Seller should Pay a Buyer’s Agent’s Commission in the Bay Area
has been much digital ink spilled about the landmark settlement recently reached in the matter of the multiple commission lawsuits rocking the real estate industry. …
Maximize the Sale Price of Your Silicon Valley Home with Harvard Law’s Negotiation Strategies
When selling your home, the negotiation process is often the most crucial step in securing the highest possible price. Harvard Law School’s Program on Negotiation…
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 Biggest Lie in Real Estate: “I Only Need One Buyer”
the world of Silicon Valley real estate, one of the most pervasive myths is the notion that a seller “only needs one buyer.” On the…
Closing Late on a Home Purchase in the Bay Area: What You Need to Know
When purchasing a home in the Bay Area, timely closing is crucial. However, delays can happen, and understanding the implications and processes involved when closing…
Overpaying for a Home in the Bay Area is an Everyday Thing
Bay Area real estate market is renowned for its competitive nature, with prices often exceeding what anyone would consider to be fair market value. This…