Posts from: Sellers

As we step into 2025, all eyes are on the real estate market in Silicon Valley and the South Bay Area, regions known for their thriving tech-driven economy and high-value property landscape. Despite past fluctuations, this year is expected to bring a blend of challenges and…

When it comes to selling your home in Silicon Valley, timing can make all the difference. While many perceive the winter holiday season as a "slow market," it’s actually one of the most strategic times to sell your home—and here’s why. The Pros of Selling During the…

Learn how to boost your home’s value with strategic upgrades before selling—without upfront expenses. Discover the benefits of RealVitalize® with Fine Group Real Estate.

When your home inspection report arrives, review it thoroughly. It’s common for these reports to be 30+ pages with over 25 issues, which is typical. While most reports will list several repair items, it’s crucial to distinguish between minor cosmetic repairs and…

Spring is usually the busiest season in the housing market. Many buyers wait until then to make their move, believing it’s the best time to find a home. However, that isn’t always the case when you factor in the competition you could face with other buyers at that time…

As a homebuyer, one of the key steps in the purchasing process is the home appraisal. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, understanding what an appraisal is, why it's needed, who orders it, who pays for it, and its cost in Silicon Valley is crucial.…

Just like in any other profession, there are good real estate agents ... and there are, unfortunately, subpar real estate agents, too. But how do you know if you've got a dreamboat or a dud handling your real estate transaction?

If you've never owned a house before, then it's entirely possible that you've never deep-cleaned a house. (Hey, no shame in that game.) But when the house is yours, the desire to see it as clean and sparkling as it can possibly be is strong -- and you might have no idea…

Between micro-apartments, tiny homes, and even #vanlife, the real estate industry is taking the saying “less is more” to previously unknown levels. And while we can all get behind the idea of streamlining your life and shedding possessions that no longer meet your needs.

If you’ve been thinking about investing in real estate, getting your finances in order before you start searching for properties and scheduling appointments will save you from money headaches in the long run. 

Real estate investing is gaining popularity, and if you’ve been giving it some thought, this guide will give you an overview. The goal of any real estate investor is typically to make money. This means purchasing an investment property at a good price so you can rent it…

If you’re not familiar with home inspections, then you might have a lot of questions about what gets inspected, how thorough the inspectors are, why you even need one, and what you can expect if you’re walking with an inspector through the house you’re hoping to buy.