The Coronavirus pandemic has certainly changed how we are buying and selling homes in Santa Barbara and nationwide. Open houses are canceled for now, but buyers still want to view a home in person before making an offer. Sellers, however, worry about virus exposure and having strangers in their homes. Showings are still happening and real estate agents like myself are involved are taking extra Continue Reading »
Letter to my clients, Real Estate and the Pandemic
To my friends, clients, and colleagues: It has been an unprecedented few months as our world faces historic challenges with the growing coronavirus pandemic. First and foremost, I wish to send you my love and support. To my clients, please know that I will continue to serve your every real estate need, according to all social distancing and best practices laid out by the CDC, and will do Continue Reading »
Home Staging vs. Decorating
When selling your home, it's important to understand the differences between home staging vs. decorating. Most real estate agents today acknowledge that, in the majority of cases, staging a home makes it sell faster and for more money. Convincing sellers of the same can be a difficult challenge. Why Home Staging Matters A fast sale at the highest price is the most desirable outcome for Continue Reading »
Does Your Home Have Location, Location, Location?
One of the most rewarding things about my work is helping people better understand our unique real estate market, and learn more about the things that affect Santa Barbara housing prices. It's likely to be the largest investment a family makes, and since our local housing market is so complex, pricing can be disorienting at first glance. I'm often asked to explain why prices vary among two Continue Reading »
Want To Increase Your Home’s Value? It’s Simple.
If you are lucky enough to be homeowner in Santa Barbara (mortgage and all!!) your home is more than just a home. It's also a financial investment. As you saw in last month's Santa Barbara Real Estate Report, the investment in your home has been growing in value and may be the biggest financial asset that you have. Maintaining your home is essential to keeping the value high. It can also mean Continue Reading »