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Buyer Demand Holds Strong: A Look at the Current Real Estate Landscape
As mortgage rates have experienced some instability, concerns about the health of the real estate market have surfaced. However, a closer...
Monica Benham
Dec 27, 20232 min read
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Mortgage Rate Rollercoaster
As we bid farewell to November, the rollercoaster ride of mortgage rates has taken an interesting turn. After reaching a 2023 high of...
Monica Benham
Dec 9, 20232 min read
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SRES: How a Senior Real Estate Specialist Can Help!
Are you, or someone you know, considering downsizing or moving to a retirement community? It may be a good time to contact a Senior Real...
Monica Benham
Nov 9, 20232 min read
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Mortgage Rates and Beyond: It's Still a Great Time to Buy
If you're on the fence about buying a home, I get it. Mortgage rates can look a bit intimidating. However, there are two compelling...
Monica Benham
Nov 1, 20232 min read
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Creepy Homes For Sale Just in Time for Halloween!
Step into the realm of the eerie and the extraordinary, where history, mystery, and a touch of the supernatural meet. Okay, maybe that’s...
Monica Benham
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Falling in Love with Fall: The Perfect Season to Buy a Home
In an unexpected turn of events, October has dethroned June as the preferred month for weddings. This shift has intrigued many, and it...
Monica Benham
Oct 13, 20232 min read
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Amazing News for First-Time Homebuyers!
If you are struggling to put together a down payment and/or closing costs, The Shared Appreciation Loan may be perfect for you! Of...
Monica Benham
Aug 30, 20232 min read
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Use Your Home Equity to Achieve Your Goals
Your home equity is the difference between the market value of your home and the amount you owe on your mortgage. This equity can...
Monica Benham
Aug 10, 20232 min read
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What's Up with Interest Rates?
Anticipating a drop in mortgage interest rates has become a hot topic of discussion among homeowners and potential buyers. While the...
Monica Benham
Jul 13, 20232 min read
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Fun--and Strange--Facts about Houses!
Today, let’s enjoy the lighter side of real estate and get ready to be surprised by these unusual house facts. Let’s get started. Did you...
Monica Benham
Jul 7, 20232 min read
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In Search of a Real Estate Unicorn
Unicorns are delightful, captivating us with their enchanting colorful mane and sweet personalities. These magical creatures, adorned...
Monica Benham
Jun 7, 20232 min read
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Should Inflation Make Me Re-Think My Home Buying Plan?
Everyone has noticed the increased prices of everything from eggs to gas. If you are a renter, you're probably feeling it even more as...
Monica Benham
Jun 1, 20232 min read
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It's Time to Talk About the Inventory
If you're in the market to buy or sell a home, you've probably heard the term "months of inventory" thrown around. But what does it mean,...
Monica Benham
May 18, 20232 min read
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Wearing All the Hats
When it comes to buying or selling a property, having a great realtor on your side makes all the difference. As a licensed professional,...
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Apr 19, 20232 min read
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IT’S SPRING. LET’S GET LISTING.
Is Spring a good time to list your home? We often hear the term ‘spring real estate’ market. What makes spring such a special time to...
Monica Benham
Mar 30, 20232 min read
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What Real Estate Agents Need from Clients
We talk a lot about what clients need from a real estate agent. Today, let’s turn the tables and help potential clients learn to work...
Monica Benham
Mar 3, 20232 min read
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Why Walnut Creek? A Real Estate Update
I love Walnut Creek! A beautiful city located in the East Bay, it’s known for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant community making it...
Monica Benham
Feb 9, 20232 min read
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Grab an Umbrella! Interest Rates are Falling on My Head
As most hopeful Walnut Creek homebuyers are aware, the Federal Reserve took bold action to reduce inflation resulting in a rapid climb in...
Monica Benham
Feb 2, 20232 min read
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