Henry Chu at Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty

Oops! Home Prices Didn’t Crash After All

For Buyers / For Sellers / Housing Market Updates / Pricing

June 5, 2023

Oops! Home Prices Didn’t Crash After All

During the fourth quarter of last year, many housing experts predicted home prices were going to crash this year. Here are a few of those forecasts: Jeremy Siegel, Russell E. Palmer Professor Emeritus of Finance at the Wharton School of Business: “I expect housing prices fall 10% to 15%, and the...

First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers / Infographics

June 2, 2023

Reasons To Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a perfect time to think about all the benefits that come with owning your home. Owning a home not only makes you feel proud and accomplished, but it’s also a big step toward having a secure and stable financial future. Are...

First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers

June 1, 2023

The True Value of Homeownership

Buying and owning your home can make a big difference in your life by bringing you joy and a sense of belonging. And with June being National Homeownership Month, it’s the perfect time to think about all the benefits homeownership provides. Of course, there are financial reasons to buy a...

Keys to Success for First-Time Homebuyers

Down Payments / First Time Home Buyers / For Buyers

May 31, 2023

Keys to Success for First-Time Homebuyers

Buying your first home is an exciting decision and a major milestone that has the power to change your life for the better. As a first-time homebuyer, it’s a vision you can bring to life, but, as the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shares, you’ll have to overcome some factors...

Today’s Real Estate Market: The ‘Unicorns’ Have Galloped Off

For Buyers / For Sellers / Foreclosures / Housing Market Updates / Pricing

May 30, 2023

Today’s Real Estate Market: The ‘Unicorns’ Have Galloped Off

Comparing real estate metrics from one year to another can be challenging in a normal housing market. That’s due to possible variability in the market making the comparison less meaningful or accurate. Unpredictable events can have a significant impact on the circumstances and outcomes being compared. Comparing this year’s numbers...

Holidays / Infographics / Uncategorized

May 29, 2023

Remember and Honor Those Who Gave All

We remember and honor those who gave all.

Moving Now Can Give Your House Its Day in the Sun [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Sellers / Infographics

May 26, 2023

Moving Now Can Give Your House Its Day in the Sun [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights If you want to sell your house, consider doing it this summer. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and it’s a great time for sellers. If your needs have changed, now’s the time to capitalize on the low inventory and multiple offers in today’s sellers’ market....

The Benefits of Selling Now, According to Experts

For Sellers / Housing Market Updates

May 25, 2023

The Benefits of Selling Now, According to Experts

If you’re trying to decide if now’s the time to sell your house, here’s what you should know. The limited number of homes available right now gives you a big advantage. That’s because there are more buyers out there than there are homes for sale. And, with so few homes...

Owning a Home Helps Protect Against Inflation

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

May 24, 2023

Owning a Home Helps Protect Against Inflation

You’re probably feeling the impact of high inflation every day as prices have gone up on groceries, gas, and more. If you’re a renter, you’re likely experiencing it a lot as your rent continues to rise. Between all of those elevated costs and uncertainty about a potential recession, you may...

Why Buying a Vacation Home Beats Renting One This Summer

For Buyers

May 23, 2023

Why Buying a Vacation Home Beats Renting One This Summer

For many of us, visiting the same vacation spot every year is a summer tradition that’s fun, relaxing, and restful. If that sounds like you, now’s the time to think about your plans and determine if buying a vacation home this year makes more sense than renting one again. According...

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