A: Data from AirDNA, a short-term rental (STR) analytics firm, has indicated demand growth of 19.8% year-over-year. Despite this increase in bookings, the number of STR listings on the market has increased sharply, leading to lower occupancy rates. Many properties are now facing vacancy and financi

A: Virtual staging has become increasingly popular in recent years and offers several benefits over traditional staging, including: • Customization: Virtual staging can offer a wider variety of furnishings and styles, while traditional staging is limited to a stager’s own inventory and aesthetic. V

A: “Falling back” shortens the typical showing window. Most people prefer to view homes in daylight, allowing them to inspect the home both inside and out more easily. It’s often already dark when people get out of work. As a result, buyers tend to postpone their appointments for the weekends. Dela

A: When helping people with disabilities and mobility issues find a home to purchase in the Bay Area, it is top priority to fully understand the buyer’s specific needs and what features of a home would allow them to have an enjoyable daily experience. Once we determine these specifics, I preview ho

A: The shifting market is making it possible for buyers to once again include contingencies in their offers. Consider the following when deciding to keep or waive any of these three most common contingencies: Inspection contingency: » Don’t waive if there are no reports on the home. » Don’t waive i

A: Deciding to invest in a home warranty will depend on several factors, including the home’s age, how much work you’re willing to do yourself, and whether you have reserves for unexpected repairs. A home warranty may be a good idea if inspections show your appliances or home systems may be near th

A: Inflation is an increase in the cost of goods over time, and therefore a decrease in purchasing power. Historically, as inflation rises, so does home prices. The past two years, home prices have soared, but in recent months, we’ve been starting to see home prices soften a bit. As people have to