Why Is My San Francisco Loft Not Selling? The Top 5 Reasons a Home Won’t Sell in this Market

Personally, I really dig Bob Bruss’ column in the Chronicle and Inman News. He is an attorney and a real estate broker. He is also a South Bay resident so he understands the complex and dramatically different Bay Area real estate market. This week in Inman News, he writes about TOP FIVE REASONS SOME HOMES DON'T SELL. It’s very similar to The Three P's: Price, Position, Presentation. Here’s what Bruss has to say: TOP FIVE REASONS SOME HOMES DON'T SELL. If your house or condo … [Read more...]

5 Powerful Homebuying Strategies for San Francisco Homes, Lofts, Condos, & TICs: Part 1

Don’t get “Pre-Qualified,” get “Pre-Approved!” Do you want to get the best house you can for the least amount of money? Do you want to truly understand market value for the exact type of home you are purchasing? Then make sure you are in the strongest negotiating position possible. Price is only 1 bargaining chip in negotiation, and it is not necessarily the most important one. I know you’re thinking, yeah right, like the seller would choose an offer that … [Read more...]

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Here’s a quick note to let you know how I can help you or anyone you might refer to me. Six years ago I had the pleasure of helping Kathy and Eric purchase their first condo, and two years ago I helped them buy a three-bedroom house. When Kathy called two months ago to tell me that Eric had been promoted and they were relocating to another state, of course I had mixed feelings. Though delighted about their good fortune, I was sorry to see such nice folks leave San Francisco. As I belong to a … [Read more...]

Real Estate Realities: the San Francisco Real Estate Newsletter

Once a quarter, my company, Zephyr Real Estate, and I produce a client newsletter with a variety of items for our friends in the community. This month’s issue includes information on: San Francisco Housing Market Update How to Research Local School Information and how it affects your home’s value. Department of Building Inspection offers consumer class on remodeling, green building and other home pursuits. How to Make a Pet Diaster Kit. When to remodel…How long to keep your … [Read more...]