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Lower mortgage rates are helping the housing market. So far this year, the 30-year-fixed has averaged 4.42%, down from 4.54% in 2018
Rates for home loans were little changed near recent low… Read More
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Sharing my personal experience in real estate. Each transaction including the finance and final offer as unique as the property itself. I can guide you through the purchase or sale of property with strict C.C. & R.s or rural acreage with septic and we
2018-12-31 18:58
This spring’s abuzz with real estate activity. Here, Zillow shares 10 tips for homebuyers and sellers making moves this season.
Source: 10 Tips for Homebuyers and Sellers This Spring… Read More
2018-12-05 18:10
What is the housing market going to look like for 2019?
The California Association of Realtors recently shared a somber forecast for the state housing market in 2019. Officials expect risin… Read More
2018-12-04 16:33
There’s never been a better time than today to buy your first rental property, or to rent out your home if you’re moving soon. Experts believe that rental growth will continue, w… Read More
2018-11-28 18:48
While the housing market perennially decelerates in the winter, it can be a wonderland for potential homebuyers, according to Attom Data Solutions.
Source: 10 best days of the year for home… Read More
2018-11-28 18:41
While the housing market perennially decelerates in the winter, it can be a wonderland for potential homebuyers, according to Attom Data Solutions.
Source: 10 best days of the year for home… Read More
2018-11-28 16:24
Claims of canine exceptionalism abound, from people’s anecdotes about their dogs’ ability to read their minds (“Sparky looked into my eyes and then at the refrigerator&mda&helli…Read More
2018-11-28 16:21
New study finds that canines are not exceptional in the animal world
Claims of canine exceptionalism abound, from people’s anecdotes about their dogs’ ability to read their mind… Read More
2018-11-21 21:00
This week in our Keller Williams Team meeting, we talked about the mortgage rates going up but a possible rate improvement in the next few weeks. The economy shift is opening a short window… Read More
2018-11-11 17:03
Do you have a “go bag” ready to grab when forced to evacuate from a fire, earthquake or other disaster?
Source: Here’s What You Should Have in Your Emergency Bag
The post… Read More
2018-11-11 04:16
Looking to sell your home fast, ideally before the holidays? Check out these key strategies for selling your home in record time.
Source: How to Sell a Home Fast—Even Before the Holid… Read More
2018-10-04 15:55
Home buyers may soon get at least a little relief. After years of steadily worsening housing shortages, more homes are finally going up for sale.
Source: In a ‘Key Inflection Poi… Read More
2018-09-19 15:11
In Santa Cruz, we like to celebrate all creatures great and small, especially those of the migrating variety. On one end, we are captivated by the sight of a whale surfacing from the depths… Read More
2018-08-12 04:07
There are a number of reasons mortgage applications are denied‚ and the saddest part about it is that many could have been avoided quite easily.
Source: 5 Mortifying Reasons Mortgage… Read More
2018-08-09 23:57
We asked some first-time home buyers who’ve gone through the wringer to share what they wish they’d known earlier.
Source: Home Buyers Reveal: ‘What I Wish I Had Known Bef… Read More
2018-08-07 15:17
As millennials defy longstanding norms by delaying marriage and choosing cities over suburbs, they’re still as likely as their parents to view homeownership as a key component in build… Read More
2018-08-05 05:09
Mortgage are by no means one size fits all. And it’s important to choose a home loan that best suits your financial circumstances.
Source: Which Type of Mortgage Is Right for You? A Gu… Read More
2018-08-03 16:38
Transform your outdoor space into a Certified Wildlife Habitat to attract 50% more wildlife than a regular old garden.
Source: Love Animals and the Environment? Turn Your Yard Into a Certifi… Read More
2018-07-29 17:25
A very good credit score can save home buyers tens of thousands of dollars over the life of their mortgages, according to a recent report
Source: A Low Credit Score Costs Home Buyers Big&mda&hell…Read More
2018-07-22 16:22
With home prices as crazy as they are these days, as a buyer, you want to get the best deal you possibly can—without losing your chance of getting the home of your dreams.
Source: Vide… Read More
2018-07-22 16:20
With home prices as crazy as they are these days, as a buyer, you want to get the best deal you possibly can—without losing your chance of getting the home of your dreams.
Source: Vide… Read More
2018-07-15 16:47
One way or another, you need more room. But do you break ground on your current home or break your budget on a new house? We’re here to help you decide.
Source: Move or Improve? These… Read More
2018-07-10 14:55
This is an article describing the current market realities of housing and ways in which to combat them as a consumer.
Source: Housing Affordability
The post Housing Affordability appeared fi… Read More
2018-07-02 15:31
Interior designers can spot problems the instant they enter your home. Here’s what they notice, and how to fix these flaws.
Source: 8 Things Interior Designers Notice the Instant They… Read More
2018-06-26 15:58
After all, you’re not just selling a home—you’re selling a lifestyle! Read on for the hotel design secrets that are sure to bring in the buyers.
Source: Capture That Vacati… Read More
2018-05-29 02:17
Everyone fantasizes at some point about how to flip a house. The reality? It largely hinges on you picking the right place at the right time.
Source: How to Flip a House: 7 Signs You’l… Read More
2018-03-10 02:40
Mortgage rates are expected to rise this year, which could make it harder than ever for home buyers to afford the abodes of their dreams.
Source: Is It Last Call for Low Mortgage Rates? Why… Read More
2018-02-25 15:55
Getting a mortgage is the most treacherous part of the home-buying process for many people. Here’s what can go wrong.
Source: 6 Ways Home Buyers Mess Up Getting a Mortgage
The post 6… Read More
2018-02-24 02:16
Does your pad look like a dorm room? Kick these decor items to the curb—and pick up a few chic things in their place—for a sophisticated style upgrade.
Source: 13 Decor Items Gro… Read More
2018-02-10 03:12
The wallet-conscious data team at realtor.com® dug into the numbers to answer that age-old dilemma: whether it makes more financial sense to rent or to buy.
Source: Rent or Buy? 10 Plac… Read More
2018-01-25 03:24
Think you’re ready to tour some homes? Beware of these house-hunting mistakes if you want to save time and money in your quest for the perfect house.
Source: Tour de Force: Don’… Read More
2018-01-06 16:57
A lot depends on where you live (and how much you plan to finance), but these factors could mean 2018 will be your year to take the buying plunge.
Source: The 3 Best Reasons to Buy a Home in… Read More
2018-01-06 16:40
Our stable of tastemakers has given us the ultimate scoop on the hottest interior design and decor trends for 2018. And trust us: It’ll be a gorgeous year.
Source: The 9 Hottest Interi… Read More
2017-10-14 15:50
Source: The Best Cities for Dog Lovers and Cat Lovers | realtor.com®
The post The Best Cities for Dog Lovers and Cat Lovers | realtor.com® appeared first on Santa Cruz MVP Homes Read More
2017-10-07 02:48
Source: Get Revved Up: Here Are the Best and Worst Cities for Car Lovers | realtor.com®
The post Get Revved Up: Here Are the Best and Worst Cities for Car Lovers | realtor.com® app… Read More
2017-09-30 16:34
Source: 7 Things You Should Never Compromise on When Buying a Home | realtor.com®
The post 7 Things You Should Never Compromise on When Buying a Home | realtor.com® appeared first on… Read More
2017-09-30 16:31
Source: Video: 4 Reasons Why Buying Your First Home Is Cause for Celebration – realtor.com®
The post Video: 4 Reasons Why Buying Your First Home Is Cause for Celebration – re… Read More
2017-09-23 14:07
Source: Things Real Estate Agents Wish You Knew About Selling Your Home | realtor.com®
The post Things Real Estate Agents Wish You Knew About Selling Your Home | realtor.com® appear… Read More
2017-09-12 13:14
Forget about leaving those walls white.
Source: Paint your bathroom this color and boost your home’s selling price by $5,400 – MarketWatch
The post Paint your bathroom this colo… Read More
2017-09-04 19:04
Whether you’re buying or selling a home, finding the right real estate agent to partner with can be a daunting task.
Source: 5 Types of Real Estate Agents You’ll Meet: Which One… Read More
2017-07-30 15:51
More homes hit the market in July for the third month in a row, according to a preliminary analysis of this month’s data by realtor.com.
Source: America’s 20 Hottest Real Estate… Read More
2017-06-17 16:09
Home selling is a skill that most people don’t get much practice on. The result? Sellers make rookie mistakes that squander their chances of moving on.
Source: Rookie Mistakes That Ke… Read More
2017-06-12 12:54
With prices reaching new heights, more Americans think it is a good time to sell a home. But those prices make it hard for sellers to find new homes to buy.
Source: More Americans Think It… Read More
2017-05-20 05:09
Despite the dearth of homes on the market, existing-home sales are still expected to rise 3.5% in 2017. Home buyers might need to buckle up for this ride.
Source: Home Sales Expected to Soa… Read More
2017-05-19 02:24
Source: Will Tesla’s Tiles Finally Give Solar Shingles Their Day in the Sun? – Scientific American
The post Will Tesla’s Tiles Finally Give Solar Shingles Their Day in the… Read More
2017-05-06 00:31
You might be confused about just what, exactly, helps add value to your home in the appraiser’s eyes. We’re here to clear it up for you.
Source: Home Appraisal Myths You Need to… Read More
2017-04-29 02:00
The average interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell back below 4% for the first time since November.
Source: Defying Predictions, Mortgage Rates Are Dropping—Here’s… Read More
2017-04-25 15:52
If you skip bumping up your curb appeal before putting your home on the market, the only person who shows up to your open house might be your real estate agent.
Source: 6 Curb App… Read More
2017-04-22 16:25
Your bathroom doesn’t have to be a lime-green, laminate horror show to turn off buyers. These dated design trends could actually cost you a sale.
Source: 7 Bathroom Design Trends That… Read More
2017-04-19 13:00
A huge Italian-style house with excellent views.
Source: Ellen DeGeneres asking $45M for majestic Montecito villa – Curbed LA
The post Ellen DeGeneres asking $45M for majestic Monteci… Read More
2017-04-17 12:51
Before you start house hunting, you should learn how to prepare to buy a home. Here’s a checklist of everything you should do to get your ducks in a row.
Source: How to Prepare to Buy… Read More
2017-04-17 12:50
Before you start house hunting, you should learn how to prepare to buy a home. Here’s a checklist of everything you should do to get your ducks in a row.
Source: How to Prepare to Buy… Read More
2017-04-15 14:09
Being attentive to these red flags in an open house ensures that you’re not wasting your time on a home that isn’t the one for you.
Source: Open House Red Flags: 10 Things to Lo… Read More
2017-03-20 12:49
If you moved in 2016 (or plan to in the future), make sure to take your moving expenses tax deduction to help defray the costs. Here’s how.
Source: Moved? Make the Most of Your Moving… Read More
2017-03-15 13:07
Don’t file that return until you’re sure you’ve got ’em all!
Source: Your Home Tax Deduction Checklist: Did You Get Them All? | realtor.com®
The post Your Home T… Read More
2017-03-14 12:57
Contingent, sale pending, under contract … when you read a real estate listing, it can be full of terms you may not know. Allow us to clear things up.
Source: What Do All Those Real E… Read More
2017-01-21 17:16
With housing inventory at multiyear lows and strong buyer demand in the off-season, sellers may want to put their home on the market as soon as possible.
Source: Forget What You Know: This… Read More
2017-01-14 17:41
You—yes, you—could live in a Founding Father’s former home, but owners of historic houses face some additional complications.
Source: The True Price of History: What a His… Read More
2017-01-07 02:15
Everyone has a few vices. But if you plan to sell your home in 2017, they can literally cost you—we’re talking tens of thousands of dollars.
Source: 6 Vices to Avoid If You Hope… Read More
2017-01-05 18:01
When one fad goes out, another must come in. These interior design trends promise to hit it big in 2017. Be the first to integrate them into your home.
Source: These 8 Emerging Design Trend… Read More
2017-01-02 01:53
Two factors spell bad news for buyers in 2017: higher mortgage rates and lower inventory. If you want to buy a home in the new year, get an early start.
Source: Here’s Your New Year&r&helli…Read More
2016-12-29 17:17
Have you vowed to buy a home this year? There are things you can—in fact, must—do now to make that dream happen.
Source: 5 Habits to Start Now If You Hope to Buy a Home in 2017… Read More
2016-12-28 17:22
Chip learns new tricks from Jo, and Jo from Chip, and maybe that’s what makes their relationship (and renovations) have such staying power.
Source: Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Secre… Read More
2016-12-14 16:30
For some people, living in a tiny home means giving up on having friends and family over to visit. However, this doesn’t have to be the case! If you plan it out well, it’s perfe… Read More
2016-12-10 06:33
Source: 13 amazing organization tips to squeeze that extra storage out of your kitchen
The post 13 amazing organization tips to squeeze that extra storage out of your kitchen appeared first… Read More
2016-12-07 14:04
To help you know a house and what’s entailed to take it over, here are a few more surprising questions to ask when buying a home.
Source: 10 Essential Questions to Ask When Buying a H… Read More
2016-12-06 14:13
The housing market may be hot, but there are no guarantees for sellers. Check out our tips on how to turn up the heat and spark a bidding war for your home.
Source: How to Spark a Bidding W… Read More
2016-12-05 14:07
Painting your home with a weird color either inside or out could repel prospective buyers.
Source: These 4 colors can be the kiss of death when selling your home
The post These 4 colors can… Read More
2016-12-03 17:31
The mojo of TV magic circa 1987-1995 is so strong that even the guy behind the show feels swept up in it.
Source: “Full House” creator bought the “Full House” home &n&hell…Read More
2016-12-02 14:06
Luxurious and chic, this Portland, Oregon houseboat is more sophisticated than many traditional homes; it just happens to be floating on the Colombia River.
Source: Experience shabby chic a… Read More
2016-12-02 14:03
Luxurious and chic, this Portland, Oregon houseboat is more sophisticated than many traditional homes; it just happens to be floating on the Colombia River.
Source: Experience shabby chic a… Read More
2016-12-01 14:09
Excellent universities, full employment in high-wage industries, and a vibrant local economy characterize the one non-Western metro on a list of hottest housing markets.
Source: Cold, snowy… Read More
2016-11-30 14:14
The realtor.com housing forecast for 2017 highlights five key trends that are likely to influence home buyers and sellers in the coming year.
Source: The 5 Real Estate Trends That Will Shap… Read More
2016-11-29 14:12
This cabin was built in the 1800s but has been modernized in all the right places to create an authentic yet comfortable getaway.
Source: Take a look inside an ancient cabin with a shocking… Read More
2016-10-30 20:36
Tesla founder and CEO Elon Musk wasn’t kidding when he said that the new Tesla solar roof product was better looking than an ordinary roof: the roofing..
Source: These are Tesla&rsquo&helli…Read More
2016-09-10 02:30
The realtor.com data team identified the top school districts across the nation where buyers pay the biggest premium—and sellers reap the biggest reward.
Source: It Pays to Own in an A… Read More
2016-08-08 13:09
With the costs of living on campus soaring, many parents are considering whether it makes financial sense to buy their college students an off-campus abode.
Source: Should You Buy Your Coll… Read More
2016-08-03 13:12
Today we head south to Beautiful Santa Cruz to see what they have to offer.
Source: This is the most expensive home for sale in Santa Cruz – Curbed SF
The post This is the most expen… Read More
2016-08-02 12:56
It pays to master a few home maintenance skills yourself.
Source: Home Maintenance Skills Every Homeowner Should Master
The post Home Maintenance Skills Every Homeowner Should Master appea… Read More
2016-08-02 12:54
Here are the home maintenance skills you should master when you become a homeowner.
Source: Home Maintenance Skills Every Homeowner Should Master
The post Home Maintenance Skills Every Hom… Read More
2016-07-29 13:09
Don’t just fix your place with the wrong home upgrades. Do home improvements with value-added amenities that will stay in style and add to your life now.
Source: Don’t Sink Mone… Read More
2016-07-25 13:17
Most people move 11.4 times in their lifetime. Deciding between a starter home or forever home? It’s not just about your age. Here’s a breakdown of which type of house you… Read More
2016-07-13 17:00
Thinking of buying a home? First check out this hit list of the worst home-buying advice you might hear along the way. When it comes to buying a house, that seemingly friend… Read More
2016-07-11 03:14
When the city grid starts to feel like too much or too little, we San Franciscans are lucky to have our choice of getaways. All of the destinations on this list make perfect weekend escapes… Read More
2016-07-09 00:34
Get grilling! With the aim of stoking your coals into constructing a dreamy outdoor kitchen space, we found seven cool outdoor kitchens on the market.
Source: 7 Outdoor Kitchens That Will M… Read More
2016-07-08 19:38
Growing concerns about bug-borne illnesses and overexposure to harmful rays have boosted the appeal of the screened porch, which offers a protected, front-row seat to nature.
Source: How Sc… Read More
2016-07-02 02:12
San Francisco certainly has a wild side—and we’re not just talking about the revelries of Bay to Breakers or the Folsom Street Fair. It’s one of the few places in the cou… Read More
2016-07-01 17:37
For the second month in a row, Vallejo brings the heat. The sleepy city in San Francisco’s North Bay is the hottest market on realtor.com.
Source: Viva Vallejo! Hot Homes in the 10 Ho… Read More
2016-07-01 17:30
For home buyers who are likely to close on a new home from now through August, the summer of ’16 is looking like a golden period of low mortgage rates.
Source: Capture the Glory of th… Read More
2016-06-11 03:59
The realtor.com data team is sniffing out 10 of the country’s best cities for dog lovers and their tail-wagging friends to live.
Source: Top 10 American Cities for Dogs (and the People… Read More
2016-05-27 13:32
Removing a bedroom is one of those home improvement blunders that can ding a home’s worth, even if it creates a larger bedroom — or other living space — in its place.
Sour… Read More
2016-05-25 13:11
Hit the road this summer and head to Lake Tahoe. Beautiful rentals available.
Source: The 5 Best Lake Tahoe Cabins to Rent This Summer – Curbed Ski
The post The 5 Best Lake Tahoe Cab… Read More
2016-05-16 01:51
Bay Area hero and Warriors icon Stephen Curry, who recently nabbed NBA’s Most Valuable Player accolade, and his wife, Ayesha, put their Orinda home on the market today. The contempora… Read More
2016-05-15 16:16
Tucked away underneath a redwood grove, offers plenty of outdoor room for entertaining.
This little slice of heaven amidst giant redwoods is just under 500 square feet and located in lovely… Read More
2016-05-07 01:46
Can one really have it all? We set out to find where in the U.S. a career woman can find the best opportunities for herself and her kids.
Source: Top 10 American Cities for Working Moms
Th… Read More
2016-05-05 13:12
Step 1 to selling a home is a New Year’s classic: Whip your place into shape by fixing any problems and upgrading the eyesores.
Source: So You Wanna Sell Your Home? Step 1: Whip… Read More
2016-04-18 13:21
It’s called a tiny house movement, but it’s definitely not one size fits all.
Source: 5 Stellar Tiny Houses You Can Buy Right Now – Curbed
The post 5 Stellar Tiny Houses… Read More
2016-04-10 02:24
The AutoCamp team plans 23 trailers, each with its own fire pit, enough room for four people, free WiFi, Casper mattresses, and interiors inspired by midcentury modern design.
Source:… Read More
2016-03-22 13:18
San Francisco’s teachers’ union has estimated that educators living in the city pay as much as 70 percent of their monthly income toward the rent.
Source: SF Teachers, Students… Read More
2016-03-20 05:28
In 1890, Hearst built a little place on Presidio Avenue and promised to gift it to whomever could guess the population of San Francisco in that year’s census.
Source: Old-Timey Newspa… Read More
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