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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.
2026 Housing Market Outlook: A Turn Is Coming — and the Window Before It May Be the Opportunity Most people want a simple answer: “Is 2026 going to be an up year for housing?” I don’t think it’s that simple — but I do think housing is starting to turn, and the time between now and when that turn becomes obvious could be a good buying opportunity.
Traditional agents charge 2.5-3% of your sale price. Flat-fee agents charge a fixed amount regardless of price. Here's how to decide which model is the better deal for your home sale.
Selling a home isn't free. Between agent commissions, closing costs, repairs, and staging, sellers typically spend 8-10% of the sale price. Here's where every dollar goes and how to reduce costs.
Pre-qualification gives you an estimate. Pre-approval gives you buying power. Here's how each works and why one matters far more than the other.
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.