The famous early 2000’s band has been forced to change its name. It will now be going by Dimeback. Thank you, Inflation. LOL! (Sorry for the cheesy joke, but I heard it the other day and had to share…) So, why is everyone talking about inflation these days? Well, it’s a real risk right now, […]
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Happy (belated) Mother’s Day to all mothers, soon-to-be mothers, and fur-baby mothers! Hope you had a wonderful weekend. The theme of this report is “reopening.” I mean… to go outside and not have to wear a mask… say what?! It’s hard to believe we can start seeing friends and family, traveling, and getting back to
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Every leader has a different approach to hiring, but one thing is certain: It’s crucial to hire the right people if you want your team to be successful. One agent shares her tried-and-true method for building a team from the ground up
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Talk to any real estate agent today, and nearly all will tell you they’ve never been busier. Even with mortgage rates having gradually inched higher since the beginning of the year, and home prices continuing to climb as well, buyers have not been deterred. And now, the country seems to be itching with a spring homebuying fever.
Unfortunately for buyers, that means the competition stands to get heated this year. Bidding wars have already surged in recent weeks, and don’t show signs of slowing.
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The pandemic has affected US workplaces like nothing else in modern history – resulting in high unemployment, the shuttering of businesses, and the shift of many workers to off-site, remote work.
But wait – was there really a mass exodus this year? Are people still moving to the Bay Area? Where are the tech workers going?! We’re answering these questions and more…
2020 Migration Patterns in the Bay Area: Did Tech Workers Really Flee? Read More »
Spring is certainly the busiest time of year for most real estate markets. As the weather warms up, many put their homes up for sale and even more consider buying, casually strolling from one open house to the next on a sunny afternoon. Those seeking a bargain, however, know to look during the winter. While there may be fewer homes on the market during this time, there are also fewer buyers, and less competition means lower prices.
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First of all, during this crazy Holiday season, I want to wish you the warmest Holiday wishes! While we can’t be with all of our loved ones or do many of the things we love, I hope you’re able to find some joy, even if that is just in knowing that 2020 is almost over!! In other news (or
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Well…here we are; the day we have been waiting for. I hope we have some answers by tonight, but I expect it will be a bumpy ride. Buckle up!
Rest assured, I’ll be keeping a close eye on the macro and micro market trends as the election results come out. But, as the age-old saying goes, “With uncertainty comes opportunity.” I am confident there will be plenty of both of those as we round out this wild year. If you ever want to chat about what those opportunities could look like for you, don’t hesitate to reach out!
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Thinking of refinancing? The process is pretty similar to when you first got your mortgage. If that all seems like a blur, don’t worry. At Better Mortgage, the online portal shows you exactly what’s next on your refinance to-do list, and they’re there every step of the way in case you need help. Here’s a
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The economy engine is getting back in place. People are spending. FUN FACT – used car prices tend to be a major metric to watch, and they are rising. People are getting out there, driving, actually going to work in some cases, etc.. In fact, the July consumer index had the biggest jump that we’ve seen in decades between June and July.
Want to nerd out on the data with me? Take a look below, and, as always, if you do want to double-click on anything or have a convo – I’m here for you!
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