Once upon a time in the bustling city of San Jose, there lived a couple named Missy and Blaine. Their beautiful home nestled in an upscale neighborhood had witnessed the joys and laughter of their growing family over the years. However, as thei...
Some tasks are best handled while your home is still empty.
1. Change the locks
Before moving even one tiny piece of furniture into your new home, change the locks—or at least have them rekeyed. Numerous people have had contact with...
Ah, to be a first-time homebuyer again. How easy it was to buy a home when you weren’t carrying another mortgage on your back.
If you’re looking to upgrade from your first-time starter home to something more appropriate for your lif...
When it comes time to move from an old home to someplace new, there’s a lot to remember and a lot to do. Sometimes there are things we don’t consider until it’s too late (like duct tape, bubble wrap and Sharpies).
Moving can be a hea...
In 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, I had the unique opportunity to help my clients Ivan and Kata, a lovely couple who owned a thriving restaurant and bar in Mountain View, CA. Their successful business afforded them a comforta...
Meet Hoang, a tech industry veteran who spent nearly a decade in his beautiful, upscale townhome in Los Altos, CA. Hoang loved living and working in vibrant Silicon Valley, fully appreciating the intelligence and creativity that abounds through...
As long-time residents of Silicon Valley, my clients Michael and Janine spent decades raising their family in the charming Almaden neighborhood, a picturesque area renowned for its excellent schools, stunning mountain views, and serene trails. ...
For the past 30 years, Real Trends has analyzed Brokerage, Team, & Agent performance data, spotlighting the top 1.5% of real estate pros. This year, they’ve placed Julie Wyss near the top of California agents at #81 in sales volume, based on ...
For the past 30 years, Real Trends has analyzed Brokerage, Team, & Agent performance data, spotlighting the top 1.5% of real estate pros. This year, they’ve identified and ranked the top 1,000 real estate agents in the United States, plac...
Unless there are extenuating circumstances (i.e., your property is located in a high-risk, undesirable, or unusual area), the listing price of your home will set the tone for your entire transaction.
The pricing of your home will det...