Are you a parent buying a home in Alameda County? Home shoppers without children usually have a different set of concerns when home shopping than parents do. Instead of concentrating only on square footage, features, and nearby shopping and entertainment, parents are usually more concerned about their children’s safety and well being. So if you’re … Continued
Buying a home together as a couple is an exciting undertaking, the beginning of a new chapter in your lives together. Sometimes, though, it doesn’t take long for all that excitement and joy to evaporate, even (occasionally) transforming into resentment and bitterness. But with some preparation and tough questions, you can go a long way … Continued
If your listing isn’t generating any interest, then you have a big problem, and it’s usually not just that buyers are not interested. Typically, a lack of interest in your house is the result of poor marketing or inadequate property information – but it could be other things. And the worst thing about it is … Continued
Selling a home isn’t always as simple and easy as it seems on the face of it, especially in today’s digital selling environment. Selling today requires different marketing strategies, and you need to be prepared for the possibility of a long process. Because of the many potential challenges involved, you need to know what they … Continued
Creating a CMA, or comparative market analysis, is essential for pricing your home to sell. Far more important than what you want to ask for your home is what buyers are actually willing to pay in the local market. And that’s exactly what a CMA will help you determine, based primarily on what comparable homes … Continued
The importance of pricing your home correctly simply cannot be overstated. The problem for many sellers, though, in getting the price right lies in the surprising things that can affect a home’s value. Being aware of these things will help you price to sell and wind up with more money in your pocket. So take … Continued
Your first home – your starter home, which you scrimped and saved to buy – will always hold a special place in your heart. As with most things in life, though, there comes a time when you should move on and sell your starter home. But how do you know if that time is now? … Continued
The coronavirus and COVID-19 have altered almost every aspect of our lives, from the business landscape to entertainment to schooling. And real estate and the housing market in Alameda County have by no means come through unscathed. Real estate is still chugging along, of course, but there have been some changes – changes that both … Continued
Want a great way to almost guarantee you will be able to increase your property value in Alameda County? Consider buying in a community with an HOA. There’s typically a good deal of confusion surrounding HOAs. While HOAs offer some definite benefits, there are some drawbacks to take note of – especially for those first-time … Continued
It’s a common misconception that only wealthy people need to worry about estate planning. Really, though, it should be a concern for most people, especially for homeowners. With no estate plan in place, there’s no way for your estate to pass on to your heirs/beneficiaries without the delay caused by the long and complex process … Continued
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