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

Evaluating Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer Matters More Today

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

Evaluating Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer Matters More Today

When it comes to buying a home, especially with today’s affordability challenges, you’ll want to be strategic. Mortgage rates impact how much it costs to borrow money for your home loan. And, to help offset the higher borrowing costs today, some homebuyers are taking a close look at their wish...

Key Reasons To Use a Real Estate Agent When You Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Sellers / FSBOs / Infographics

Key Reasons To Use a Real Estate Agent When You Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights An agent is a really important part of selling your home because they bring a lot of skill and expertise to the sales process. 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...

Where Will You Go If You Sell? Newly Built Homes Might Be the Answer.

For Buyers / Move-Up Buyers / New Construction

Where Will You Go If You Sell? Newly Built Homes Might Be the Answer.

Do you want to sell your house, but hesitate because you’re worried you won’t be able to find your next home in today’s market? You’re not alone, but there’s some good news that may ease your worries. New home construction is up and is becoming an increasingly significant part of...

Why Homeownership Wins in the Long Run

First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers / Pricing / Rent vs. Buy

Why Homeownership Wins in the Long Run

Today’s higher mortgage rates, inflationary pressures, and concerns about a potential recession have some people questioning: should I still buy a home this year? While it’s true this year has unique challenges for homebuyers, it’s important to think about the long-term benefits of homeownership when making your decision. Consider this:...

Homeownership Helps Protect You from Inflation [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers / Infographics / Rent vs. Buy

Homeownership Helps Protect You from Inflation [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights Wondering if it makes sense to buy a home today even when inflation is high? When other costs go up due to inflation, buying a home helps you keep your monthly housing expense steady. Rents typically increase with inflation. Maybe that’s why, according to a recent survey, 65.1%...

Eco-Friendly, Energy-Efficient Homes Attract Buyers

For Sellers / Housing Market Updates

Eco-Friendly, Energy-Efficient Homes Attract Buyers

Are you planning to sell your house? If so, you may be surprised to hear just how much buyers value energy efficiency and eco-friendly features today. This is especially true as summer officially kicks off. In fact, the 2023 Realtors and Sustainability Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR)...

Why the Median Home Price Is Meaningless in Today’s Market

For Buyers / For Sellers / Housing Market Updates / Pricing

Why the Median Home Price Is Meaningless in Today’s Market

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) will release its latest Existing Home Sales (EHS) report later this week. This monthly report provides information on the sales volume and price trend for previously owned homes. In the upcoming release, it’ll likely say home prices are down. This may feel a bit...