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7 Costly Mistakes Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

No matter what’s going on in the 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 make the most money possible.  Whatever your circumstances, the road to the closing table can be riddled with obstacles — from issues with showings and negotiations to inspection surprises. But many of these complications are avoidable when you have...

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3 SOLID REASONS TO SELL YOUR HOME IN THE SUMMER

3 SOLID REASONS TO SELL YOUR HOME IN THE SUMMER Summer is for travel, soaking up the sun, enjoying the outdoors, finding ways to occupy your kids so they don’t complain about being bored everyday.  Summer is for longer days, dining Al Fresco, slowing down and regrouping. Am I right? So why would summer be a good time to sell your home?  Here are three excellent reasons 1. People have more time, are more relaxed and enjoy viewing homes in warmer and drier weather 2. Buyers with school age kids want to find their...

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SOLD: IT’S THE GOAL BUT NOT THE GLORY

  Realtors are not sales people! There I said it. Contrary to public opinion, reputation and all the negative attention that gets dumped on us we don't "sell" property. We manage and build relationships, guide clients through complicated and emotional transactions and creative problem solve. Realtors wear many hats but have one focus - our clients. What is best for them, how we can help them, how we can make their real estate dreams come true and hopefully with joy and the least amount of stress. Some clients don't make it easy My...

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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 2022 would bring a return to normalcy, the U.S. real estate market continues to boom, despite rising interest rates and decreasing affordability. So what’s driving this persistent demand? And is there an end in sight? Here are three factors impacting the...

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5 Ways to Write a Winning Offer in Today’s Real Estate Market

Our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of them are also feeling desperate to lock in a mortgage—which has only added fuel to the fire.1 Fortunately, if you’re a buyer struggling to find a home, we have some good news. While it’s true that higher mortgage rates can decrease your purchasing budget, there are additional ways to compete in a hot market. Yes, a high offer...

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Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale

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 and ears of an insightful real estate professional on your side can help you boost your home’s appeal to buyers. What’s more, beginning the preparation process early allows you to tackle repairs and upgrades that can increase your...

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House For Sale, 2442 Chestnut Street, San Francisco CA 94123

House For Sale, 2442 Chestnut Street, San Francisco CA 94123. A unique Condo in the Marina District of San Francisco. 3 Bedroom, 2 full baths with garage parking, backyard and plenty of storage. All rare qualities in an SF home! Currently off the market this beautiful Condo combines family comforts with convenience and off-the-charts walkability. Tough to beat this Marina District location for convenience and access. Chestnut street boasts amazing shopping, restaurants, 2 movie theaters, drug store, Pottery Barn, William Sonoma, and several wine bars. There is literally something for...

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Cari’s Weekly Tweets 2011-06-13

Come see me and Gabe! We are here until 4pm at this beautiful property! http://Www.66grovehillsouth.com http://4sq.com/iNcKcp # Me and my assistant are fueling up for our open house! (@ Crepevine - San Rafael) http://4sq.com/l8VQHS # Beautiful drive! (@ Hwy 37) [pic]: http://4sq.com/lwAgg6 # I'm at The Press Bistro (1809 Capitol Ave, at 18th St, Sacramento) http://4sq.com/mlTe4J # Super cool vintage stuff! 2nd Saturday in Sacramento! (@ Scout Living) http://4sq.com/kkqW41 # Fave Friday am #bikram class and was greeted w a closed door and sign that said "full class". 1st time in 9 yrs :(...

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House Selling Tips: Professional Photography: Is a Picture Truly Worth $1,000 Words?

House Selling Tips: Professional Photography: Is a Picture Truly Worth $1,000 Words? Is a picture really worth a thousand words? In the Real Estate world of buying and selling property a high quality, professional picture could be worth $1,000 or more. A study done by Redfin found listed homes with professional photographs garnered $934 and $116,076 more at closing that pictures taken with a point and shoot. I have to admit, while scanning the homes on the multiple listing service and other home search sites I pass over...

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Marin County Real Estate – Best of Brokers Tour and Real Estate Porn! Week 1

Marin County Real Estate - Best of Brokers Tour and Real Estate Porn! Week 1 Unfamiliar with the term Brokers Tour? Once a week the newer listings are held open by the listing agent for other Realtors to preview the homes. Marin County has two tour days, Wednesday you can see Southern Marin (Sausalito, Mill Valley, Tiburon and Belvedere), and the Northern most Marin city, Novato. Thursday is for the rest of Marin, Corte Madera, Larkspur, Greenbrae, Kentfield, San Rafael, San Anselmo, Ross, Fairfax,...

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