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5 Signs You Can Trust Your Buyer When Selling Your House Directly in The Bay Area

January 11, 2022

Are you ready to sell your home but are hesitant because of the high commissions paid to a real estate agent? Would you rather not deal with paperwork, marketing, legal issues, showings, and all other hassles of listing for yourself? Did you know there is another option? With a direct sale, you can bypass all … Continued

5 Benefits of Selling Your House for Cash in The Bay Area

January 4, 2022

By Chris

Selling your house in The Bay Area? Don’t want to pay commission but not interested in listing yourself? Why not examine the method of selling directly? There are a significant number of pros to consider. If you’ve never really explored working with a professional buyer, you may be surprised to learn why so many choose … Continued

5 Signs of a Bad The Bay Area Real Estate Agent

December 28, 2021

By Chris

Overwhelmingly, real estate agents honorably perform their professional duties. However, sellers like you are just one of many when an agent focuses on the almighty dollar instead of fulfilling their fiduciary duty to you. Read on to discover five of the signs of a bad The Bay Area real estate agent. Trust A fiduciary relationship … Continued

How Selling Your The Bay Area House Directly Will Save You Thousands in Repair Costs

December 21, 2021

By Chris

Have you ever considered selling your house directly? Sellers facing the reality of repair costs are all too often overwhelmed with the work, time, and expense of readying their home for a traditional listing. Selling on your own or with a licensed real estate agent entails much of the same process. While you’ll potentially save … Continued

The True Costs of Owning the Wrong The Bay Area Home

December 14, 2021

By Chris

The true costs of owning the wrong The Bay Area home can be not only emotional but very expensive. Why live another day in a home that you can no longer afford or just doesn’t suit your lifestyle any longer? Here are some of the true costs of owning the wrong home in The Bay … Continued

5 Ways To Know Your House in The Bay Area is More Trouble Than It’s Worth

December 7, 2021

By Chris

Are you truly happy with your house in The Bay Area? While there are several upsides to homeownership, as with everything in life there is always a cost to benefits. Over time, circumstances can change meaning that what may have once made your dream home is an asset no longer serves you. We will explore … Continued

5 Costs You May Not Be Aware of When Selling Your House in The Bay Area

November 30, 2021

By Chris

Thinking about selling your house in The Bay Area? Traditional home sales carry several expenses, some of which you may not have taken into consideration. No matter if you select to work with a professional real estate agent or sell on your own, you’re likely to run into all of these expenses. We will explore … Continued

What You Should Know About Using an FSBO Listing to Sell Your House in The Bay Area

November 23, 2021

By Chris

Thinking about using an FSBO listing? Before you jump into the for sale by owner (FSBO) waters, it’s important to understand how the costs of this method of listing a home can cut deeply into your time and money. We’ll cover what you should know about using an FSBO listing to sell your house in … Continued

5 Reasons Why it is Better to Work With a Professional Home Buyer in The Bay Area vs. an iBuyer

October 19, 2021

By Chris

No matter why you’re considering selling to an iBuyer, the conveniences that iBuyers may seem to offer may be far outweighed by the negatives lurking below the surface. iBuyers work on a large scale basis and sellers often find that questions and concerns go unanswered because the company just doesn’t care. Professional buyers are a … Continued

The Easiest Way to Sell a House While Buying Another One in The Bay Area

October 12, 2021

By Chris

Do you need to sell a house while buying another one? Finally ready to move but need to sell your existing home first? By listing your home on the traditional market, either with a real estate agent or on your own, the chances are likely that your dream home could fall through your fingers because … Continued

Our 4 Step Downsizing Plan for The Bay Area Homeowners

October 5, 2021

By Chris

Do you have a downsizing plan for your house in The Bay Area? Lifestyles change and along with them, the requirements you have for a home change as well. In addition to finding your new smaller home and the hassles of listing and selling your current larger home, the task of downsizing can seem overwhelming. … Continued

5 Ways to Sell Your The Bay Area House in a Flooded Market

September 28, 2021

By Chris

Selling your house in a flooded market can feel challenging. When an abundance of properties are listed, it can be difficult to stand out among the crowd. Everyone is trying to sell right now and cash in on the gains made in equity due to rising home prices and low-interest rates on their next home. … Continued

Why More People Are Choosing To Sell Their Homes Directly in The Bay Area During COVID-19

September 14, 2021

By Chris

Real estate has not been unaffected by the global pandemic, adjustments have had to be made which have complicated the process. When emotions are already running at an all time high among the population and relationships are being strained, the additional requirements in the traditional process of real estate sales can be extremely overwhelming. We … Continued

5 Reasons Why it is Better Sell Than Refinance Your Home in The Bay Area

September 7, 2021

By Chris

If you’re considering refinancing your home, depending upon the reasons and the timing in your life and many other circumstances that come into play, selling just may be a better option for you. We will explore 5 reasons why it is better to sell than refinance your home in The Bay Area. Equity Equity is … Continued

5 Things Seniors Should Know About Downsizing Their Homes in The Bay Area

August 31, 2021

By Chris

There are many advantages in owning smaller properties for senior homeowners. Many find much less space is desirable during their golden years. Cleaning and maintaining less home equates to less overall work and lowers expenses, some rather dramatically. The decision on how you sell your larger home needs to include all of the potential costs … Continued