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A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year."But...
06/11/2026

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year."

But before you decide, make sure you understand what you could be giving up too. Because moving this Summer does have its advantages.

For buyers, it could give you more options in your price point. Historically, there are over 30% more fresh listings in the Summer compared to the rest of the year.

For sellers, it can mean a better sales price. Data shows, on average homes sell for 4% more in the typical Summer month compared to usual month in the Fall or Winter (when demand typically falls off).

The point isn't to rush into anything. It's just to make sure you have the full picture before deciding whether waiting is really your best move.

DM me if you want to talk through your options. No pressure, just perspective based on years of experience.

06/10/2026

Summer Guides for Buying or Selling a Home

Moving this Summer, and not sure where to start? The new Summer Guides for buying or selling a home have your answers. For your free digital copy, let’s connect.

Moving this Summer? Whether you're buying or selling, you probably have questions.My new Summer Buyer & Seller Guides ha...
06/09/2026

Moving this Summer? Whether you're buying or selling, you probably have questions.

My new Summer Buyer & Seller Guides have the answers.

Inside, you'll find out what higher inventory means for you, what’s going on with affordability right now, what strategies for buying or selling are actually working this season, and more.

Stop guessing and start moving forward with confidence. DM or drop a comment with "BUYER" or "SELLER" below to get your free digital copy.

A lot of buyers think affordability is impossible right now.But sometimes it’s not about giving up on homeownership. It’...
06/08/2026

A lot of buyers think affordability is impossible right now.

But sometimes it’s not about giving up on homeownership. It’s about expanding where you’re looking.

Yes, some states are significantly more affordable than others. This list breaks down the top 10. But that doesn’t mean you have to make a cross-country move to find better options.
Even in expensive markets, there are usually neighborhoods, towns, and communities nearby where home prices, property taxes, or overall costs are a lot more manageable.

The key is knowing where to look – and a local agent can help you find those opportunities.

Curious what's out there? Broadening your search, even just a little outside of town, might open up more options than you'd expect.

Drop a comment below or send a message if you want some advice on where to look based on your price point.

Another action packed day!Open house at 522 63rd Street in North Oakland. Come check out this home with lots of upside i...
06/07/2026

Another action packed day!
Open house at 522 63rd Street in North Oakland.
Come check out this home with lots of upside in the popular Bushrod Neighborhood. It takes just a walkthrough to envision the possibilities.

🏡 Open Houses This Weekend – Bushrod Neighborhood in North OaklandJoin me this Saturday and Sunday to tour this North Oa...
06/05/2026

🏡 Open Houses This Weekend – Bushrod Neighborhood in North Oakland

Join me this Saturday and Sunday to tour this North Oakland home in the highly desirable Bushrod neighborhood—full of opportunity and ready for its next chapter.
With solid bones and room for customization, this property offers:

✨ Spacious attic with potential
✨ Sunny, level backyard ready to be reimagined
✨ Additional basement storage/utility space
✨ Prime location near Rockridge, Temescal, Piedmont Avenue, Berkeley, and Oakland

With access to BART, AC Transit, and major freeways, you’ll enjoy being connected to everything the East Bay has to offer—and beyond.

📅 Open Houses:
Saturday, June 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM
Sunday, June 7 | 1:00–4:00 PM

More photos here: www.522-63rdstreet.com.

Stop by and see the potential for yourself!

📩 Feel free to message or reach out with questions.

Still deciding whether to buy your first home now or wait? Here’s something you’ll want to consider.Buyers who get into ...
06/05/2026

Still deciding whether to buy your first home now or wait? Here’s something you’ll want to consider.

Buyers who get into their first home around age 30 build about $119,000 more in net worth by age 50 compared to those who wait until their 40s.

So, every year you spend saving for the "right" moment could quietly chip away at your future wealth.

That doesn’t mean buy before you’re ready. But it does mean, if you’re ready and able to buy now, it may be a better strategy than waiting.

DM me and let's map out what timeline fits your situation and our market. You might find that a head start matters more than waiting to save the "perfect" down payment.

Because even though you want rates to come down, experts say this latest inflation data could actually set the stage for...
06/04/2026

Because even though you want rates to come down, experts say this latest inflation data could actually set the stage for rates to stay “higher for longer.”

So, what can you do about it? Should you just wait?

My advice is simple. Focus on what you can control.

Even in a market like this, there are things you can do to get the best mortgage rate possible. Because sometimes you need to move no matter what’s happening – and that’s okay.

You just need the right strategy.

Let's talk about what this means for your situation and your timing. Drop a comment below or send over a message.

Because you don’t have to figure it out alone. And there are still ways to move forward.

One of the biggest questions I’m getting right now is: “What’s going to happen with the housing market in the second hal...
06/03/2026

One of the biggest questions I’m getting right now is: “What’s going to happen with the housing market in the second half of the year?”

And it makes sense why everyone is asking.

Affordability is tight. Rates feel high. Prices do too.

And people want to know if the second half of the year is going to be better.

Here's the honest answer. A lot of it depends on what happens with inflation – and the lingering uncertainty overseas. But even in today’s market, there’s opportunity, if you know where to look.

Want a breakdown of what’s impacting the market, where experts think things could go from here, and what you can actually do about it?

Send a DM or drop a comment below and I can send you over an article that breaks it all down.

06/02/2026

What Waiting To Buy a Home Could Cost You

Stuck deciding whether to buy now or wait? Waiting too long could cost you a sizeable nest egg. Buying your first home at 30 (instead of 40) could give you $119,000 more in net worth by age 50. Wondering if now’s your moment? Let’s chat. 

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