Author: Henry Chu at Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Achieving Your Homebuying Dreams in 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers / Infographics / Move-Up Buyers

Achieving Your Homebuying Dreams in 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights Planning to buy a home in 2024? Here’s what to focus on. Improve your credit score, plan for your down payment, get pre-approved, and decide what’s most important to you. Partner with a trusted real estate agent so you have expert advice on how to achieve your homebuying...

Why Pre-Approval Is Your Homebuying Game Changer

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

Why Pre-Approval Is Your Homebuying Game Changer

If you’re thinking about buying a home, pre-approval is a crucial part of the process you definitely don’t want to skip. So, before you start picturing yourself in your new living room or dining on your future all-season patio, be sure you’re working with a trusted lender to prioritize this...

Thinking About Buying a Home? Ask Yourself These Questions

First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers / Housing Market Updates / Move-Up Buyers / Pricing

Thinking About Buying a Home? Ask Yourself These Questions

If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you’re probably paying closer attention than normal to the housing market. And you’re getting your information from a variety of channels: the news, social media, your real estate agent, conversations with friends and loved ones, the list goes on and on....

The Benefits of Working With an Agent When You Sell Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Sellers / Infographics / Selling Myths

The Benefits of Working With an Agent When You Sell Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights When it comes to selling your house, the expertise of a trusted real estate agent can make a big difference. They’ll explain what’s happening today, what that means for you, and how to price and market your house. They’re also skilled negotiators and well versed in the contracts...

What You Need To Know About Saving for a Home in 2024

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

What You Need To Know About Saving for a Home in 2024

If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. One way to ease those concerns is to make sure you understand some of the costs you may encounter up front. And to do that, always...

Get Ready To Buy a Home by Improving Your Credit Score

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

Get Ready To Buy a Home by Improving Your Credit Score

As the new year approaches, the idea of buying a home might be on your mind. It’s an exciting goal to set, and it’s never too early to start laying the groundwork. One crucial step to prepare for homeownership is building a solid credit score. Lenders review your credit to...

These Non-Financial Benefits Turn a House into a Happy Home

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

These Non-Financial Benefits Turn a House into a Happy Home

There’s no denying the long-term financial benefits of owning a home, but today’s housing market may have you wondering if now’s still the time to buy. While the financial aspects of homeownership are important, the non-financial and emotional reasons are too. Here’s why. The word home truly means something different to everyone. Whether it’s...