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August 2025 Real Estate Market Update
As we move past the midpoint of the year, the relationship between national economic trends and the local real estate market is becoming increasingly important for both buyers and sellers. My August 2025 real estate market update begins with the most recent economic...
What’s Driving Berkeley Home Values in 2025?
As a real estate professional deeply embedded in the inner East Bay market, I’m often asked: What’s driving Berkeley home values? The answer, as you might expect, isn’t simple. Real estate values today are shaped by a matrix of interrelated factors—economic shifts,...
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July 2025 Real Estate Market Update
As we pass the midpoint of the year, understanding the interplay between national economic trends and the local real estate market is crucial for both buyers and sellers—especially in dynamic communities like Berkeley. My July 2025 real estate market update offers a...
The East Bay Housing Market Is Shifting—Here’s What You Should Know
We’re not in a runaway market anymore—but that doesn’t mean we’re in a downturn. Across Berkeley and the inner East Bay, the housing market is finding its footing. Higher mortgage rates, more listings, and increasingly selective buyers are all reshaping how homes are...
Berkeley EMBER Initiative Explained – UPDATED (June 30, 2025)
In an era of accelerating climate change, few California cities are as vulnerable to wildfire as Berkeley. Nestled at the base of the East Bay Hills, with dense vegetation, historic homes, and narrow, winding roads, the city faces mounting risks from wind-driven...
June 2025 Real Estate Market Update
As we move into the heart of the summer season it's time for my June 2025 real estate market update. I review what happened in the past month and how it may impact real estate activity in June and beyond. The East Bay housing market is being shaped by a mix of...
Ready to Buy or Sell a Home? Here Are 5 Key Factors in Choosing the Right Real Estate Agent
Navigating the real estate market without guidance is like starting an expedition without a map. Whether you're selling your cherished family home or searching for your dream property, choosing the right real estate agent can make all the difference. According to a...