Henry Chu at Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty

Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer Upper

Buying Myths / First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers / Move-Up Buyers

March 11, 2024

Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer Upper

If you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you can afford, it may be time to consider a fixer-upper. That’s a house that needs a little elbow grease or some updates, but has good bones. Fixer-uppers can be a really great option if...

The Spring Market Is a Sweet Spot if You’re Looking To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Sellers / Infographics

March 8, 2024

The Spring Market Is a Sweet Spot if You’re Looking To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights Wondering if now’s a good time to sell your house? Based on how many homes are on the market, there are two big reasons why this spring is looking so good for sellers. Thanks to an uptick in inventory over last year, you’ve got more options for your...

The Benefits of Downsizing When You Retire

Demographics / For Buyers / For Sellers / Move-Up Buyers

March 7, 2024

The Benefits of Downsizing When You Retire

If you’re taking a look at your expenses as you retire, saving money where you can has a lot of appeal. One long-standing, popular way to do that is by downsizing to a smaller home. When you think about cutting down on your spending, odds are you think of frequent...

Why Access Is So Important When Selling Your House

For Sellers / Selling Myths

March 6, 2024

Why Access Is So Important When Selling Your House

If you’re gearing up to sell your house this spring, one of the early conversations you’ll have with your agent is about how much access you want to give buyers. And you may not realize just how important it is to make your house easy to tour. Spring is the...

Why There Won’t Be a Recession That Tanks the Housing Market

Foreclosures / Housing Market Updates

March 5, 2024

Why There Won’t Be a Recession That Tanks the Housing Market

There’s been a lot of recession talk over the past couple of years. And that may leave you worried we’re headed for a repeat of what we saw back in 2008. Here’s a look at the latest expert projections to show you why that isn’t going to happen. According to...

What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home

For Buyers

March 4, 2024

What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home

If you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. Lenders review your credit to see if you typically make payments on time, pay back debts, and more. Your credit score can...

The First Step: Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]

Buying Myths / First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers / Infographics

March 1, 2024

The First Step: Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights If you’re looking to buy a home in 2024, getting pre-approved is a key piece of the puzzle. Mortgage pre-approval means a lender checks your finances and decides how much you’re qualified to borrow. As more buyers re-enter the market, it’ll help you make a strong offer that...

Why We Aren’t Headed for a Housing Crash

Housing Market Updates / Interest Rates / Pricing

February 29, 2024

Why We Aren’t Headed for a Housing Crash

If you’re holding out hope that the housing market is going to crash and bring home prices back down, here’s a look at what the data shows. And spoiler alert: that’s not in the cards. Instead, experts say home prices are going to keep going up. Today’s market is very...

Why You Want an Agent’s Advice for Your Move

Buying Myths / For Buyers / For Sellers / Selling Myths

February 28, 2024

Why You Want an Agent’s Advice for Your Move

No matter how you slice it, buying or selling a home is a big decision. And when you’re going through any change in your life and you need some guidance, what do you do? You get advice from people who know what they’re talking about. Moving is no exception. You...

Why Today’s Housing Supply Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers

For Sellers / Housing Market Updates

February 27, 2024

Why Today’s Housing Supply Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers

Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. And if you look at the current number of homes for sale, you’ll see two reasons why. An article from Calculated Risk shows there are 15.6% more homes for sale now compared to the same...

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