No matter what’s going on in the Sacramento housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. Some sellers have a hard time saying goodbye to a treasured family residence. Others want to skip ahead to the fun of decorating and settling into a new place. Almost all sellers want to ... Continue Reading » about 7 Costly Mistakes Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them)
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5 Step Strategy for Downsizing Your Home
In our “bigger is better” culture, there’s an expectation that each home should be larger and grander than the last. But life changes like divorce, kids leaving for college, or even the simple act of growing older can prompt us to find a smaller home that better suits our shifting needs and ... Continue Reading » about 5 Step Strategy for Downsizing Your Home
Higher Rates and Short Supply: The State of Real Estate in 2022
The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record, with home prices rising nationally by nearly 19% in 2021, driven primarily by low mortgage rates and a major supply shortage.1 But while some had hoped ... Continue Reading » about Higher Rates and Short Supply: The State of Real Estate in 2022
9 Tips for Simultaneously Buying & Selling in Sacramento
Selling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel daunting to even the most seasoned homeowner in Sacramento. You're not alone either if you're already feeling drained by the complex logistics of trying to sell and buy a new home all at once. Searching for a new home can ... Continue Reading » about 9 Tips for Simultaneously Buying & Selling in Sacramento
Focus on Needs
It seems counterintuitive but the more options that you have the less likely you are to make a choice and the less likely you are to be confident about your decision. I see this all the time in my conversations with clients that are bouncing back and forth between whether they should buy or keep ... Continue Reading » about Focus on Needs
Sacramento Market Update- 6/29/2022
The Sacramento Region is seeing a pretty clear shift in the market over these last few weeks. From homes sitting on the market longer (avg 34 days) to a growing number of price drops- averaging 40% throughout the region- there's a clear change taking place. Though it may trigger thoughts of a ... Continue Reading » about Sacramento Market Update- 6/29/2022
Take Advantage of Your Home Equity: A Homeowner’s Guide
Homeownership offers many advantages over renting, including a stable living environment, predictable monthly payments, and the freedom to make modifications. Neighborhoods with high rates of homeownership have less crime and more civic engagement. Additionally, studies show that homeowners are ... Continue Reading » about Take Advantage of Your Home Equity: A Homeowner’s Guide
Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale in Sacramento
We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell.1 If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting it on the market. Start by connecting with a real estate agent as soon as possible. Having the eyes ... Continue Reading » about Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale in Sacramento
Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types
The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend U.S. dollars, inflation impacts you. Economists expect the effects of inflation, like a higher cost of ... Continue Reading » about Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types
Serious About Selling? 5 Steps to Make Your Home the Best on the Block
We all want to be good neighbors. But when it comes to selling your home, it’s not just about “keeping up with the Joneses.” It’s about outshining them at every opportunity! If you’re looking to sell your home fast and for the most money possible, you’ll need a strategy to set it apart from all ... Continue Reading » about Serious About Selling? 5 Steps to Make Your Home the Best on the Block
Top 10 Myths That Trip Up First-Time Home Buyers
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably received your share of advice from family and friends. Add to that the constant stream of TV shows, news segments, and social media posts that over-simplify the home buying process for easy entertainment. With so much information to sift ... Continue Reading » about Top 10 Myths That Trip Up First-Time Home Buyers
8 Popular Home Design Features for 2022
There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the first things buyers notice when they walk into a home, and it’s also a detail that you, as a seller, can easily ... Continue Reading » about 8 Popular Home Design Features for 2022
MARKET UPDATE- FEBRUARY 2022
Will Your Remodel Pay Off? The Best (and Worst) Ways to Spend Your Budget
Most new homeowners have something about their property that they want to change. And as family needs and design trends shift over time, many will eventually choose to remodel. Some homeowners make updates to their property before listing it to maximize their potential sales revenue. Whatever ... Continue Reading » about Will Your Remodel Pay Off? The Best (and Worst) Ways to Spend Your Budget
Could Rising Home Prices Impact Your Net Worth?
Learn how to determine your current net worth and how an investment in real estate can help improve your bottom line. Among its many impacts, COVID-19 has had a pronounced effect on the housing market. Low home inventory and high buyer demand have driven home prices to an all-time high.1 This has ... Continue Reading » about Could Rising Home Prices Impact Your Net Worth?
New Build or Existing Home: Which one is Right for You?
Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association of Realtors, that’s about 2.4 months of inventory, which is far less ... Continue Reading » about New Build or Existing Home: Which one is Right for You?
Boost Your Credit Score Before Buying a Home
How strong is your credit? Cleaning up your credit is essential before you make any major financial moves. Having a bad score can hurt your chances of being able to open a credit card, apply for a loan, purchase a car, or rent an apartment. It is especially important to have clean credit ... Continue Reading » about Boost Your Credit Score Before Buying a Home
Appraisal Strategies in Today’s Real Estate Market
If you’re searching for drama, don’t limit yourself to Netflix. Instead, tune in to the real estate market, where the competition among buyers has never been fiercer. And with homes selling for record highs,1 the appraisal process—historically a standard part of a home purchase—is receiving more ... Continue Reading » about Appraisal Strategies in Today’s Real Estate Market