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Million Dollar Houses - The New Normal
I think it's no surprise to any Californians that million dollar homes are becoming the norm not the exception. On the Monterey...
A Quick Update on the Monterey Peninsula Housing Market - March 8th, 2022
Here is a quick summary of our local market: In the area I monitor, inventory continues at an all time low tracking at about 35% of March...
What Happened to All Our Inventory?
I report on our local real estate market each week and this year, it's been an interesting study! Inventory is seasonal and winter is...
Why Own Your Own Home?
For many of us, owning our home is the "American Dream", a goal we set when we are young, and a place to put our money for long term...
Top Obstacles to Owning a Home
In conversations with young people, the idea of buying a home seems like a pipe dream and many give up on the idea and just focus on...
Becoming a Real Estate Agent - Let's Break it Down
Whenever the market is up, the real estate industry gets a flood of new recruits. It's true that successful Realtors® can make great...
Where Are the Top Spots to Own A Vacation Home?
Learn about the Monterey Peninsula and other vacation destinations
6 Good Reasons to Own a Tiny Home
Tiny houses have been trending for a few years but they continue to hold appeal. Pacific Grove has quite a few homes that are under 700...
A Quick Update on the Monterey Peninsula Housing Market
Here's a quick summary of our local market: Inventory is at an all time low. We are tracking about 61% behind August 2019 listings in the...
Some Good Reminders About Wire Fraud
Here are some great reminders about wire fraud from my partners at Old Republic Title. We always advise that when you receive an email,...
Is the Market Cooling?
The market may be shifting and it looks like buyers might see the light at the end of the tunnel. No big changes but there is a sense on...
House Flipping in Today's Market
It's no surprise that home flipping is trending downward in many parts of the country this year. It is especially true on the Monterey...
July 1st - Home Hardening Law Takes Effect in California!
It's wildfire season and a new law will go into effect on July 1 which will require owners of properties located in high and very high...
Is a "Love" Letter to a Seller a Good Thing?
Buyers often ask if they should write to the seller, create a video or send them photos. They want to explain why they are eager to buy...
What should you consider when investing in a short-term vacation property?
CITY & COUNTY ORDINANCES: Investors need to make sure that short term rentals are legal in the city they choose. Some cities require...
Historic Inventory Shortages Continue!
Buyers are tuned into their listing alerts as they wait for the next available property. They are often contacting their agent before...
Open Houses and Broker Tours are Back!
Great news! Open houses and Broker tours are back! During the Pandemic, all showings were appointment only so now, buyers will be able to...
Some Highlights of the Monterey County Supplemental Disclosure Form
Every county and city has their own set of rules so if you are looking to buy a home, knowing the local ordinances is very important....
Look Who's Choosing to Live in Multigenerational Households.......
An interesting report came out from the National Association of Home Builders about multigenerational housing. There were 3200...
Potential Home Buyers Are Wondering.......
We all know the market is HOT, inventory is low and if you are a buyer, it's a challenging time. Now more than ever, it's important to...
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