How to Move Up with Ease – Part 1 We all love our first home but eventually there comes a point when it’s time to move on.  Life changes and so do our needs and wants in a home. When you are ready for a new home but also have one to sell or rent-out, […]

It’s no secret that mortgage interest rates have been going up over the last few months, and that economists forecast future hikes through the summer. Now seriously, money has been so cheap to borrow, it was practically free! So, it’s not that surprising that rates would go up. I mean, we all knew it was […]

Your first home is most likely the stepping stone for your next home so you want to do it right and set yourself up financially to move up to your next home. One piece of criteria you must think long and hard about is whether “good schools” should be part of your criteria for a […]

I get this question from both new clients who are about to buy their first home as well as clients that have owned their home for a while, “How long should I plan to hold on to my home before I sell?” Whether you want to make a quick profit from the rising real estate […]

When you’re thinking about buying a home, what immediately comes up in your mind? Are you most excited about living near your favorite coffee shop, surfing beach, or a convenient bike trail? Or are you filled with the anticipation of having a home with awesome features, like a chef’s kitchen, deluxe master suite, or a […]

As a homeowner, it’s fun to enjoy all the great things about your home—place to relax, entertain, or spend quality time with family.  But what about when something goes wrong?  Do you know what needs to be done in case of an emergency or other urgent situation in your home? Here are 5 musts that […]

When it comes to getting a mortgage to buy your first home, many buyers decide on the price point of the house they want to buy before talking to a lender.  They’ll say something like — “We are going to buy a home for $1,000,000” — and then they head out to open houses in […]

You’ve heard the stories.  A fixer upper in a not so in-demand neighborhood and it got 40 offers, 32 of which were cash.   There’s so many stories like that I could share with you about how hot the market is right now for sellers and you’ve probably heard a few doozies from friends and family […]

Spring 2022 Homebuyers seem to be in a rush right now. Interest rates have been rising for the past few months. But with the uncertainty in the markets right now, those rates are holding steady. Because of this, I’m noticing a lot of panic buying in order to “beat the rates” before they begin increasing […]

Selling your home in the spring is usually best for most homeowners.  The time of year isn’t just blooming with flowers but also buyers! Starting in March and going through July, the real estate market is in full force throughout Santa Cruz County. Just about anyone who is looking for a home is hitting open […]