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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's real estate market is unique — high prices, special tax rules, and fierce competition. Here's your complete guide to buying a home in the Golden State in 2026.
A home inspection can reveal problems that save you thousands — or help you avoid a bad purchase entirely. Here's what every buyer needs to know before, during, and after the inspection.
When multiple buyers are bidding on the same home, the strongest offer wins — and it's not always about the highest price. Here's how to craft an offer that stands out.
Closing costs add 2% to 5% to your home purchase on top of the down payment. Here's a detailed breakdown of every fee you'll see on your Closing Disclosure — and how to lower them.
Your buyer's agent can make or break your home purchase. Here's a practical checklist of what to look for, what to ask, and red flags to avoid.
Traditional buyer's agents keep 100% of their commission. Flat-fee agents charge less and pass the savings to you. Here's how the math works and how much you could save.