If You’re Thinking of a 1031 Exchange But Don’t Want to Be a Landlord…
If you own rental property whether an entire rental or you are renting part of your house out or some other type of investment property…
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Repair the Sewer Lateral and Sidewalk in Oakland before selling?
Home sellers in Oakland, Alameda and some other East Bay cities need to decide whether to repair their sewer lateral, if necessary, or let the…
Audit Your House Feng Shui Before Staging and Selling Your East Bay House
There is no shortage of explanations for why houses are sitting on the market and not selling in late 2002. High interest rates Uncertainty about…
Top 10 Home Upgrades & Renovations To Maximize Your Sale Price
When getting ready to sell your home, it can be hard to know what renovations will get your property sold the fastest and for the…
How does Proposition 19 work to keep a house’s low tax basis?
California's Proposition 19 went into effect on April 1, 2021. It's known as the "The Home Protection for Seniors, Severely Disabled, Families, and Victims of…
Is home staging really necessary?
Home staging presents a house for sale in its ideal state decluttered, clean, and expertly furnished. So YES.Staging and the reality of living in a…
Ask Susie - Real Questions from Real Buyers, California Home Ownership, Downsizing & Proposition 19, Home Buying & Owning, Home Selling, Selling Strategies & Stories
How to buy a new house before selling so you don’t have to move twice
Buying a new house before selling your own house or condo in cities like Oakland, Berkeley, and Alameda can be a challenging process.Yet, who doesn't…
How I Bought an Airbnb Vacation Rental In 1 Day
Started 2021 on a cross-country road trip to Maine on a quest to spend time in Maine getting to know more towns and areas, with…
How a local Berkeley real estate buyers’ agent can help you get that perfect home
When purchasing or selling a property in Berkeley or Oakland, it is always a good idea to work with a local, active real estate professional.…
How Buying or Selling a Home Off-Market Works – That’s how I got my vacation rental!
Some home owners wanted to sell their property quickly and easily. They mentioned this to my family, who told me. One month later, I had…