September 2022 Real Estate Market Update

September 2022 Real Estate Market Update

Welcome to my September 2022 real estate market update. As you may have heard by now, in an effort to combat ongoing inflation the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 75 basis points on Wednesday, marking the fifth increase of 2022. While the Federal Reserve Rate...
$1 Million Homes in California

$1 Million Homes in California

This house is in South Berkeley, a neighborhood where bungalows built in the early 20th century are plentiful. It is a few blocks from the well-known Berkeley Bowl grocery store and less than two miles from the University of California, Berkeley. San Pablo Park, which...
8 Strategies to Secure a Lower Mortgage Rate

8 Strategies to Secure a Lower Mortgage Rate

Mortgage rates have been on a roller coaster ride this year. They have been rising and falling amid inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty. Even the experts are divided when it comes to predicting where rates are headed next. Here are some key strategies to...
10 Moving In Tips for a Smooth Home Move

10 Moving In Tips for a Smooth Home Move

The process of moving into a new home can be both exhilarating and exhausting. The journey continues after you close on your property as you still have quite a bit to do before you can begin the process of moving and settling into your new place. Fortunately, you...
7 Costly Mistakes When Selling a Berkeley Home

7 Costly Mistakes When Selling a Berkeley Home

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...