How Will 2017 Pan Out For California’s Housing Market?
December 8, 2016The housing market in California is anticipated to experience moderate gains in 2017, according to the California Association of Realtors (CAR).
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What is a ‘Broker’ Open House, and Should You Hold One When Selling?
December 5, 2016Everyone knows what an open house is. Sellers essentially give free reign to prospective buyers to meander through the home for a couple of hours to scope out the property and get a feel for whether or not they might be interested in further pursuing a potential offer.
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How to Handle a Low-Ball Offer on Your Home
December 1, 2016One of the biggest fears that sellers have is receiving an offer that’s well under the listing price. Homeowners typically have a dollar figure in their minds that they want to sell their properties for, and if an initial offer comes in well under that price, it’s obviously frustrating and even insulting.
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What’s the Difference Between Fractional Ownership and a Timeshare?
November 28, 2016Just about everyone has heard of a timeshare, which essentially involves using points to stay at different resort properties for a week or two out of each year.
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5 Things to Do Right Now to Get Ready to Buy in 2017
November 24, 2016Thinking about buying a home in the new year? It’s never too early to start preparing for the big purchase to ensure you’re on solid ground. While finding yourself a seasoned and trustworthy real estate agent is a critical step in the game, there are a number of things you should be doing even before that to make sure you’re adequately prepared to buy.
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Should You Stain or Paint Your Kitchen Cabinets For a Change in Color?
November 21, 2016If you’re looking to change or update the look of your kitchen on a budget, simply changing the face of your cabinets can work wonders. Not only is this a cost-effective option, it can completely alter the look and feel of your kitchen.
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9 Savvy Tactics Home Stagers Use to Attract Buyers
November 17, 2016It’s a fact: homes that are professionally staged sell faster and for more money than homes that are not. But why is that? What exactly are home stagers doing that can command such a result?
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7 Best Small Cities in California to Live in
November 14, 2016When people think of the Golden State, their thoughts likely head to popular centers, like Los Angeles, San Francisco, or San Diego. While these are certainly amazing places to dwell, there’s something quite special about the smaller cities in California that offer residents a fantastic lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty, be it the mountains or the coastline.
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The Dangers of Over-Improving Your Home
November 11, 2016Sure, most homeowners want their home to be up-to-date and attractive, and often that means making some changes and improvements to it. But while many projects can have positive effects on the functionality of a home, its visual esthetics, and the overall value of the property, others, on the other hand, are just over-the-top, and can actually have a negative impact on how prospective buyers see your home.
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Should You Put Hardwood Flooring in the Kitchen?
November 7, 2016One of the fastest growing trends in kitchen designs is hardwood on the floors. Although tile has long been the most popular choice for practicality purposes, more and more homeowners are opting for hardwood instead.
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