With home prices continuing to deliver double-digit increases, some are concerned we’re in a housing bubble like the one in 2006. However, a closer look at the market data indicates this is nothing like 2006 for three major reasons. 1. The housing market isn’t driven by risky mortgage loans. Back in 2006, nearly everyone could […]
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Probably once a week, I hear clients and friends say, “I don’t want to get in a bidding war” or “I’m going to wait until the market goes down.” I get it. It hasn’t been an easy couple years for buyers. That said, this market is nothing like 2008 and you may want to
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When it comes to buying a house, you’re looking for the perfect place to call home. The problem is, in today’s market there just aren’t that many homes available to purchase. With inventory hovering near record lows and sky-high buyer demand, a multi-offer scenario is the new normal. Here are five things to keep in mind when
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During April 2021 in the North Bay, the median single-family home price rose to another all-time high. Year-over-year, single-family home prices increased considerably, up 29%. Single-family homes have risen substantially over the last three months. As we navigate this period of high buyer demand and low supply, we remain committed to providing you with the
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Corey Robinson, founder of Journey Real Estate, has been a Member of Giveback Homes for over 5 years. Corey and his real estate business have helped support affordable housing, disaster relief efforts and clean water initiatives. On Saturday, June 5th, 2021, Corey and his team helped make necessary repairs and upgrades to a home that has
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After an incredibly challenging year in 2020, the team at Journey Real Estate wanted to find a way to both thank and give back to our local heroes, which is how the Community Heroes program came about. This program takes a two-prong approach by 1. Crediting money back to clients at the close of escrow
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There has been a lot of discussion as to what will happen once the 2.3 million households currently in forbearance no longer have the protection of the program. Some assume there could potentially be millions of foreclosures ready to hit the market. However, there are four reasons that won’t happen. 1. Almost 50% Leave Forbearance
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Wishing you all a Happy Easter from Bel Marin Keys! On Easter day, keep an eye out for our friend, the Easter Bunny, to floating past your docks to say hello. This is one of many fun events throughout the year in this wonderful waterfront community. In years past, and likely in the future, there’s
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Talk of a housing bubble is beginning to crop up as home prices have appreciated at a rapid pace this year. This is understandable since the appreciation of residential real estate is well above historic annual averages. According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), annual appreciation since 1991 has averaged 3.8%. Here are the latest 2020 appreciation numbers
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Happy holidays, friends! Like everything else in 2020, things are being done a bit differently this year in Bel Marin Keys. On Saturday, December 12th at 5pm, there will be a Holiday Lighted Boat Parade on both lagoons. Rumor has it that Santa may even make a cameo, but you’ll have to be there to
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