Energy Improvements – How to Save Money and Be More Comfortable

It’s a seller’s market, and if you’re thinking of selling, one way to be successful is to make your home more energy efficient. Even if…

What is this “MLS” everyone’s talking about?

I’ve referred to the MLS in previous blogs, but I don’t know that I’ve explained what it is and why it’s so valuable, so here…

Being a Good Renter

The real estate market continues to evolve into a seller’s market. Prices are up, inventory is down, and buyers outnumber sellers. However, if you would…

Preparing Your Home for Sale

If you’ve been thinking about selling your house, now’s the time! It is a seller’s market. Rates are low, prices are climbing, and there’s not…

Short Sales and SEOs

You may have heard about people being “upside down” on their mortgage. When people owe more than the value of their home it can lead…

Reasons to Be Optimistic About the Market

I was reading one of the many emails I receive daily, and I came across one from the California Association of realtors that was pretty…

Appraisals 101

It’s a seller’s market, but whether you’re talking about a sales transaction or a lease situation, it’s important to know the value of your property,…

What to Expect from a Real Estate Agent

For those of you who may not have noticed, the real estate market has changed recently. Prices are up, inventory is down, and buyers outnumber…

Keeping Your Home in Good Shape

So, you did it! You bought a home. Now, it’s time to take care of your investment. The good thing about home ownership is that…

Getting Through Escrow

With so little inventory available, the market is shifting to a seller’s market, even with rates at record lows. So, if you’re a buyer fortunate…