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Private Listings Are a Detriment to the Market — and, in My Opinion, Selling Them as a General Strategy Is a Breach of Fiduciary Duty Before founding ShopProp, I built a financial firm that was later acquired. After more than 20 years in the financial markets and 18 years as a managing broker, my view is simple: Open markets protect consumers. Closed systems protect insiders.
There are multiple news organizations regurgitating the same clickbait headline that "Bay Area housing is in a bubble". We are going to explore in this article why that isn't true and why we aren't likely to see a crash of prices comparable to 2007 anytime soon.
California has more seller disclosure requirements than almost any other state. From natural hazard zones to transfer taxes, here's everything CA sellers need to know before listing.
FSBO saves on commissions but sells for less. Traditional agents charge the most but handle everything. Flat-fee agents offer a middle path. Here's the data on all three.
The offer is just the starting point. How you negotiate — on price, terms, contingencies, and timing — determines how much you actually walk away with.
The work you do before listing your home directly affects how fast it sells and how much you get. Here's a step-by-step checklist to make your home market-ready.
Spring and early summer dominate home sales — but the best time to sell depends on more than just the season. Here's what the data actually says about timing your sale for maximum profit.
Closing costs aren't just for buyers. Sellers typically pay 8-10% of the sale price in fees and commissions. Here's a detailed breakdown of what to expect and where you can save.