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Market data, neighborhood guides, Eichler history and how-tos for buyers and sellers, from Eric & Janelle Boyenga and the team at Compass.
The Over-Improvement Trap: When a Silicon Valley Renovation Reduces a Seller's Return
Few decisions generate more debate before selling a home than whether to renovate. Some homeowners believe every room should be updated before listing. Others avoid making any improvements at all. The reality lies somewhere in the middle. In Silicon Valley, buyers are often willing to pay a premium
Days-on-Market Engineering: Seven Friction Points That Slow Down Silicon Valley Home Sales
Days on market is one of the most misunderstood metrics in residential real estate. Many sellers assume it simply reflects how much buyers want a home or whether the asking price was too ambitious. In reality, days on market often tell a much deeper story. Homes rarely lose momentum because of one c
The First 90 Seconds: What Silicon Valley Luxury Buyers Notice Before They Read the Disclosures
A Property Nerds Guide to the Psychology of First Impressions Luxury buyers rarely begin evaluating a home by reading the disclosure package or reviewing the inspection reports. Long before they consider square footage, comparable sales, or renovation costs, they're making emotional judgments that s
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