5 Ways to Write a Winning Offer in Today’s Real Estate Market
Monday, 02 May 2022
Our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of them are also feeling desperate to lock in a mortgage—which has only added fuel to the fire.1 Fortunately, if you’re a
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Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale
Friday, 01 April 2022
We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell.1 If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting it on the market. Start by connecting with a real estate agent as soon as possible. Having the eyes and ears
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Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types
Tuesday, 01 March 2022
The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend U.S. dollars, inflation impacts you. Economists expect the effects of inflation, like a higher cost of goods, to continue.2 Luckily, an investment in
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8 Popular Home Design Features for 2022
Tuesday, 01 February 2022
There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the first things buyers notice when they walk into a home, and it’s also a detail that you, as a seller, can
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Santa Clara County Real Estate Market Report January 2022
Monday, 24 January 2022
The Santa Clara County Real Estate market has shown increases across the board from number of homes being sold, to the dollar value increase on homes. The number of homes selling $3million+ was about 733 in 2017, now in 2021 there were a towering 2,228 homes for sale for $3 million+. Santa Clara County saw
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A Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022
Monday, 03 January 2022
Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August 2021.1 However, there were signs in the fourth quarter that the red-hot housing market was beginning to simmer down. In the
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20 Unique Home Gifts for Every Person on Your List
Thursday, 02 December 2021
Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded last-minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful, even when it comes to people you’ve known for years. But have no fear! We’ve lined up a list of unique
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New Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right for You?
Monday, 01 November 2021
Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association of Realtors, that’s about 2.4 months of inventory, which is far less than the six months that is generally needed to
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Shut Down Home Intruders With These 7 Safety Strategies
Monday, 04 October 2021
According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with victims suffering an estimated $3 billion in combined property losses.1 Fortunately, there are some proven tactics you can use to decrease your likelihood of a home invasion. Most burglars won’t go to extreme lengths to enter a
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9 Tips for Buying and Selling Your Home at the Same Time
Thursday, 02 September 2021
Selling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel daunting to even the most seasoned homeowner––especially when the demand for new homes keeps rising, but the supply feels like it’s dwindling.¹ You’re not alone either if you’re already feeling drained by the complex logistics of trying to sell and
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