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2019’s Spring Selling Season

May 10, 2019 by Fran Papapietro Leave a Comment

Spring and summer are typically hot real estate buying seasons. This year I’ve seen indications of an early start. Often market stats are lagging signals and don’t provide the best picture for buyers or sellers. I’ll share what I’m seeing, reports I’ve read, and what I anticipate in the coming months. Busy Home Inspectors In […]

Filed Under: Advice for Sellers

Home Security Technology

October 12, 2018 by Fran Papapietro Leave a Comment

With all the technological innovation bursting from Silicon Valley’s startups, it’s a natural progression to see technology helping us in our everyday lives. And that includes protecting our family and homes with home security technology. Security Systems Are a Deterrent Studies show that home security systems deter crime. Logically, an alarm system makes a home […]

Filed Under: Advice for Buyers, Advice for Sellers

July 2018 Marks a Subtle Shift

August 19, 2018 by Fran Papapietro Leave a Comment

When reviewing the official July 2018 real estate market stats for Santa Clara County’s single-family homes, I noticed a subtle shift. Yes, we continue to see gains in property values. Yes, sellers often received more than their listing price. Yet, the time to sell is lengthening. Is it a blip or the start of a […]

Filed Under: Advice for Sellers

Color Trends & Home Value

August 15, 2017 by Fran Papapietro Leave a Comment

Prepping a house for sale often includes a new coat of paint. Beyond a simple refresh, choosing the right color paint can help sell a home faster and for more money. There’s an art and science to color palettes. Let’s demystify color choice whether you’re selling or settling into your home. Setting the Stage Before […]

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Home Staging ROI

April 6, 2016 by Fran Papapietro Leave a Comment

We’re back on Daylight Savings and Spring is returning to the San Francisco Bay Area. Homeowners thinking about putting their house on the market typically associate Spring and Summer as “the” time to list. If you’re finding yourself preparing your home for sale, home staging is an important consideration. When advising my clients, I often […]

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