First-time buyers made up 33 percent of all home buyers in 2019, according to the National Association of Realtors, continuing a six-year trend of percentages right around that number. With 1 of every 3 home buyers being a first-timer and more millennials reaching Continue Reading
Recession Does Not Always Mean Housing Crises
With the Democratic debates starting, with the economy doing as well as it is, with there being question marks about whether the economy will still do well - for example, the Fed just lowered the interest rate because there were some concerns in the consumer mind. I think Continue Reading
Real Estate Trends – February 2019
1.) Increased Interest Rates Mortgage rates have remained relatively stable over the past couple of years. In 2019 however, it’s expected that interest rates will increase approximately half a percent, coming close to the 5% mark. For sellers, this could mean that homes Continue Reading
Top 8 Home Design and Remodeling Trends for 2019
If you’re a current homeowner, or in the market to buy, you’re probably curious about the latest trends in home design. Sellers who make strategic updates before listing a property can generate increased interest from buyers and, in some cases, a premium selling price. Continue Reading
How to Time the Real Estate Market to Sell Your House
Time the Real Estate Market to Sell your Home When selling your home in a listing jammed packed real estate market, you’ll have to contend with similar neighboring listings. With competition, home selling is much more demanding. Houses will have to be updated and staged, Continue Reading
After the Contract Signing – The Home Purchase Transaction Process
A home purchase is a major financial commitment, and there are a lot of transactional balls in the air until signatures at the closing table. Most of them are handled by real estate agents, the title company, and an attorney or two. The agents and vendors are handling Continue Reading
7 Mistakes to Avoid at Your Estate Sale-ehomesurf
Whether you're downsizing to a smaller space or are moving on after the death of a loved one, an estate sale is a great way to liquidate your assets. A well-planned event will clear out your home before you sell, and it may offer a wealth of financial benefits to your Continue Reading
Are Solar Panels a Good Investment for Your Home?
The shift towards renewables in recent years has seen solar power become an increasingly attractive energy source. As such, the world has seen an increase in interest and desire to install solar panels in residential homes. While it does seem as though there are more pros Continue Reading
Top 8-Reasons Why You Should Consider Buying New Homes
Consider new homes as an option, if you’ve been looking for a home to purchase and haven’t been able to find the right one. Although there is limited real estate space in the Bay Area, there are a few new home developments being built even in the most congested Continue Reading
Real Estate: Top 5 Things to Expect from Your Listing Agent
When it comes to selling a house, there are two major categories: those who entrust the entire process to a listing agent and those who decide they can do it all on their own (aka FSBOs). For those of you who completely understand how much a qualified listing agent Continue Reading
