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We never quite know what the Fall market will bring! Over the last couple of decades it has more often than not been the second busiest selling season in the inner East Bay.
HOW’s the market? OCTOBER 2023 UPDATE
So yes, the market is a little spooky but homes are still selling! Unicorn homes, properties with the perfect combination of elements, are going into contract in 2-3 weeks often with several offers.
HOW’S THE MARKET? April 2022 UPDATE
The market remained heated, if not overheated, in Q1, as our review of home-price appreciation, and supply and demand indicators will illustrate. As of March 31st, mortgage interest rates have skyrocketed 50% in 2022, with a particularly large jump in March.
How’s The Market? DECEMBER 2021 Update
There was some cooling of activity in summer from its peak during the super-heated spring selling season — this is a very typical seasonal trend, common in most Bay Area markets — but by historical standards, summer demand remained strong.
How’s The Market? October 2021 Update
There was some cooling of activity in summer from its peak during the super-heated spring selling season — this is a very typical seasonal trend, common in most Bay Area markets — but by historical standards, summer demand remained strong.
How’s The Market? August 2021 Update
July and August are, as usual, the most confusing months in the real estate year! The perennial question is, “Is this a seasonal lull or is the market slowing?”
How’s The Market? June 2021 Update
Our local real estate market has been fast and furious despite the showing limitations... or maybe because of them!
Open Houses are back…
We will now be having some Open Houses in our local market! Appointments are not needed to attend an advertised Open House.
How’s the market? may 2021 update
It's still doable to purchase a home, but it's a team effort and buyers have to be realistic about the market. Here’s a look at home prices in the inner East Bay.
Cash up front to prepare your home for sale!
Compass Concierge covers the upfront costs of home improvements and listing preparations such as staging.
How’s the market? march 2021 update
We're well into our green season when buyers jump back in much sooner than sellers!
show me the money, honey!
In our local East Bay real estate market - one VERY important first step is lining up your financing!
Inner East Bay Real Estate in 2020
Wow...our real estate market is moving at a faster pace than ever. Sellers do best to plan in advance and buyers need to be prepared, realistic and resolute!
How does Proposition 19 affect sellers?
It’s a new year, Proposition 19 has officially passed . Sellers are making plans – and for any sellers considering a county change in California this is good to know about!
Can I sell or buy a home during shelter in place?
YES, you can sell and buy a home during shelter in place! Here is a high-level view of the different elements around real-estate as of recent.
WHY COMMIT TO A BUYER’S AGENT?
There are many reasons it makes sense to establish a monogamous relationship with your agent! The home buying purchase is full of moments when you will want to know you have a trusted adviser. It can take time to establish this relationship.
“HOW’S THE MARKET?” SHELTER IN PLACE
For most of us life is not what it was a month ago, and many of us are experiencing daily adaptations to our work and lifestyle.
First Day of Spring! How’s The Market?
I hope if you are home you are enjoying walks and your garden is doing well! A BIG Thank you to those on the front lines in essential services.
So how is the real estate market this week?