June 2025 – Real Estate Market Update

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...
May 2025 – Real Estate Market Update

May 2025 – Real Estate Market Update

Wow! How things can change in just a few months. Tariffs, trade wars, stock market gyrations, and now a proposed tax bill that could add $4 trillion (or more) to the national debt. That must mean it’s time for my May 2025 real estate market update. I’m...
5 Roadblocks to Affordable Home Ownership

5 Roadblocks to Affordable Home Ownership

Dreaming of a new home but feeling priced out? You’re not alone! According to a recent survey by Bankrate, 78% of aspiring homebuyers cite affordability issues as their primary deterrent. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, home prices have risen around 32%...
March 2025 – Real Estate Market Update

March 2025 – Real Estate Market Update

Spring has arrived, and with it comes fresh insights into our evolving real estate landscape. For those who’ve been following my monthly updates (you can browse past reports here), you know we watch multiple factors that influence buying and selling decisions....
February 2025 – Real Estate Market Update

February 2025 – Real Estate Market Update

What a whirlwind the past month has been! The inauguration of a new presidential administration has brought with it a flurry of Executive Orders (EOs) and threats of tariffs on trading partners. We’ve seen some surprising early year economic reports and overall...