bay area realtor: 6 Things That Happen When You Become a Homeowner - 05/21/20 09:20 AM
Becoming a homeowner is more than having a set of keys and your name on the deed. You may have a rush of emotions the day you take possession and recognize you now have your place in the world—literally. And that’s just the beginning. Here are a few more things you can expect.
You learn what pride of ownership means You may take pride in your car and your clothes and other minor possessions, but nothing compares to the feeling of being a homeowner. Buying your first place is an accomplishment, and you get to come home to that accomplishment every … (1 comments)

bay area realtor: The Housing market is positioned to help the economy recover.   - 04/03/20 11:30 AM
I know many of you are wondering what the current situation is going to do to our Real Estate Market. There are many theories and ideas but all we can do is look in the past and see that we keep on moving forward and this too will one day be in the past.  Now more than ever our housing has importance. It's our safe space and in time it un-deniably creates wealth through appreciation.  We are now listed as essential service and with certain limitations can show or arrange viewing with all of the highest safety measures in place. So … (2 comments)

bay area realtor: How to Avoid a Gender Gap When Investing in the Housing Market - 02/04/20 09:35 AM
 
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bay area realtor: Do you know how to negotiate? - 11/28/19 04:34 PM
How to Negotiate Price If the House You Want Needs Work If you’ve fallen in love with a house that needs repairs or remodeling, you might be able to convince the seller to lower the price. In some cases, however, that might not be possible or financially beneficial.
Are Repairs Necessary, or Do You Just Want the House Updated?
Whether the seller will be willing to lower the price will depend, in large part, on the types of repairs or renovations needed. If the house needs a new roof or has a cracked foundation, those repairs will be necessary to make the … (0 comments)

bay area realtor: But how do I do it? - 11/27/19 04:17 PM
Tips to Sell Your Home Faster
 
When selling your house, there are a few key things you can prioritize to have the greatest impact for a faster sale:
 
1. Make Buyers Feel at Home
Declutter your home! Pack away all personal items like pictures, awards, and sentimental belongings. Make buyers feel like they belong in the house. According to the 2019 Profile of Home Staging by the National Association of Realtors, “83% of buyers’ agents said staging a home made it easier for a buyer to visualize the property as a future home.”
Not only will your house spend less time on the market, but the same report mentioned that, “One-quarter of … (2 comments)