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How to Become a Homeowner on a First Time Buyer Budget
It's not easy being a first-time buyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low. Additionally, mortgage rates have risen significantly since 2022, while inventory remains tight for many property categories, but especially for...
Creating a Sustainable Home: A Guide for Buyers, Homeowners, and Sellers
Introduction: Berkeley has a reputation as a bastion of environmentalism, and for good reason. From sustainable agriculture to green energy, Berkeley residents have long been at the forefront of the eco-friendly movement. And when it comes to residential real estate,...
April 2023 – Real Estate Market Update
Welcome to my April 2023 real estate market update. Given the general turbulence of the financial markets this year, the past few weeks have been relatively calm. The most recent Consumer Price Index Report was just released and as always it provides some clues on how...
Declutter Your Home: Practical Tactics for Busy Households
Stress free tips for how to declutter your home. Staying on top of household chores, allowing you more time to enjoy your home.
Property Taxes Explained
As a top real estate agent, I've seen it all when it comes to property taxes. Some homeowners eagerly wait to receive the tax bill in the mail so that they can whip out their checkbook and take care of it.Then there are others who break out into a cold sweat just...
March 2023 – Real Estate Market Update
The economy never rests which means it's again time for my March 2023 real estate market update. And how quickly things change. Last week saw Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell testifying before congress and indicating that further interest rate hikes may be...
Women in Real Estate
Did you know that women have played a significant role in shaping housing policy and architectural design? From advocating for fair housing laws to designing homes with women's needs in mind, women have been at the forefront of many critical housing issues. This...
What If My House Doesn’t Sell?
Learn about the top 5 reasons home sales are unsuccessful.