A Home Inspection is NOT Pass/Fail! I’ve heard it many times: “Did our home pass its inspection?” A home inspection is not a pass or fail...

We are all spending more time at home and finding new ways to engage with our families is more important than ever. So I thought it might...

It's more fun to be "Home for the Holidays" when you have tasty pies to enjoy together! Today, I shared a couple of secrets for...

I'm having a little fun over here with a new look at the idea of "Home for the Holidays." The year 2020 has been difficult at best, but...

Located just over the bridge and less than 20 minutes from Walnut Creek lies a true gem... Benicia! Take a stroll with me in downtown...

Although many clients may feel that an accepted offer on the home of their dreams is the ultimate goal, it is actually the first hurdle...

The California Association of Realtors (CAR) has released its economic forecast for the 2021 California Housing Market. Although a...

Sorry about the throwback to Captain and Tenille. (Never heard of them? Google it!) But Mama and the Captain were both right when it...

Today’s real estate market offers great opportunities, but for a few homeowners, the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic has proved...

With mortgage rates hitting historic lows, appreciating home values, affordability rising, and the market recovering in an unexpected and...

Historically, the month of November experiences a seasonal decrease in home sales of almost 10% as compared to October in any given year....

The current real estate market is HOT and if you are interested in selling your home, it may be a perfect opportunity. Many potential...

In November 2018 my brother-in-law Bart lost his beautiful home in the devastating Camp Fire in Paradise. The year prior, the Tubbs Fire...

Buyers are finding greater selection in their house hunt as new listings increase above pre-pandemic levels, according to realtor.com®’s...

Doug's "SPIN" on Real Estate, BEFORE THE OFFER edition. Thinking about buying a home? Let's get the ball rolling, unless that's just too...

What are the signs that your agent may be a superhero? Every phone call and email is returned. Every. Single. Time. There are no excuses...

"Don't" make it hard on yourself. It's not exactly rocket science, but applying for and securing a home mortgage has some specific...

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on all of us, whether we have experienced the virus or not. Sheltering-in-place and the subsequent...

I talk a lot about the importance of curb appeal when you list your home for sale. And although a fresh paint job may work wonders for a...

Multiple offers are common in today's market. Although many buyers put their home searches on hold during the coronavirus pandemic and...