How Are The Fires Affecting The Real Estate Market ?

How Are The Fires Affecting The Real Estate Market ?

With so many of our communities and neighbors negatively affected by the fires - a real estate report seems trivial. But we have clients still trying to make buying and selling decisions, so we will try to continue to deliver straightforward data on market conditions.

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Homes Are More Affordable Right Now Than They Have Been in Years

Homes Are More Affordable Right Now Than They Have Been in Years

Today, home prices are appreciating. When we hear prices are going up, it’s normal to think a home will cost more as the trend continues. The way the housing market is positioned today, however, low mortgage rates are actually making homes more affordable, even as prices rise.

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Guidance and Support Are Key When Buying Your First Home

Guidance and Support Are Key When Buying Your First Home

In June, the number of first-time homebuyers accounted for 35% of the existing homes sold, a trend that’s been building steadily throughout the year. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR):

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Market Cycles in Bay Area Real Estate and The Coronavirus

Market Cycles  in Bay Area Real Estate and The Coronavirus

This article was written before the coronavirus – in fact, the first version was written over 10 years ago by our chief market analyst to help place the 2008 crash into context. We realize there are much more important things than real estate right now, but since some of our clients are trying to make decisions about buying and selling, we will continue to try to provide useful information on market trends and conditions. At this point, we cannot know how the current crisis will play out. 

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How the Coronavirus is Affecting the Real Estate Market

How the Coronavirus is Affecting the Real Estate Market

Today there is an overwhelming amount of uncertainty with the coronavirus and the stock market. While we can't predict what will happen in the coming months, what we can offer is helpful guidance to our clients so they can make informed decisions in these changing times.

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