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Silicon Valley real estate, explained by the Property Nerds®

Market data, neighborhood guides, Eichler history and how-tos for buyers and sellers, from Eric & Janelle Boyenga and the team at Compass.

Top Mistakes Buyers and Sellers Make in Competitive Markets (and How to Avoid Them)

In Silicon Valley’s ultra-competitive housing market, it’s easy for both buyers and sellers to make costly mistakes. Homes often receive multiple offers and can sell well above the asking price – in parts of the Bay Area, properties averaged 11% over list price in late 2023. With such fierce competi
Checklist: Getting Your Home Ready to Sell in 30 Days

Introduction: Why Preparation Matters in 30 Days Start here: our Prep Lab builds a launch countdown, a prep budget and a room-by-room staging checklist for your home, and the Seller Playbook walks through selling in California step by step. In Silicon Valley’s ultra-competitive real estate market, h
Downsizing in Silicon Valley: How to Maximize Equity and Simplify Your Life

Many Silicon Valley homeowners eventually face a pivotal question: Is it time to downsize? Whether prompted by changing needs, retirement plans, or a desire for a simpler lifestyle, downsizing can be a powerful strategy to unlock hard-earned home equity while streamlining your day-to-day life. In a
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