Getting Your Home Ready for a Successful Sale in San Bernardino As an expert real estate agent serving San Bernardino and the surrounding counties in California, I know that preparing your home for the spring market (or any market) is essential. There are several practical steps you can take as a homeowner to get your property in tip-top shape. Here are three actionable tips to ensure your home stands out...

The Secret to Selling? Partnering with an Expert Agent to Get Your Home Noticed in the Inland Empire When it comes to selling your home, visibility is everything. A well-marketed property will attract more buyers, generate more interest, and ultimately sell faster and for a better price. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the number one thing sellers want from their real estate agent...

There’s no denying that affordability is a major challenge in today’s real estate market, especially here in San Bernardino and Riverside counties. But if you’re open to some creative options, buying a fixer-upper could be the key to homeownership—even in a competitive market like ours. If you’re willing to put in some work (or hire the right pros), purchasing a home that needs renovations can...

The past few years have been challenging for homebuyers in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, with rising home prices and higher mortgage rates putting a strain on many budgets. But here’s what you need to know: locally, the number of homes for sale has grown significantly—and that’s true for both existing homes and new builds. Whether you’re eyeing a cozy starter home in Riverside or a...

Let's dig a little deeper into why purchasing a home in the winter could be more better than waiting until the Spring home market. As an experienced realtor deeply familiar with our local market, I’m here to share why buying real estate in February might be your smartest move this year. 1. Less Competition Equals Better Negotiating Power In February, the market is typically quieter than in the...

Why Buying a Home Now Is Your Winning Play Some Highlights You may be sitting on the sidelines wondering if it’s better to buy now or wait. But buying before the spring rush may be a game-changing decision. Moving this winter can give you significant advantages, like less competition, more negotiating power, and lower prices. Historically, home prices have risen in March due higher...

When Is the Perfect Time To Move in San Bernardino County? It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move – especially in today’s fast-changing San Bernardino market. Maybe you’re holding out and hoping mortgage rates will drop, or that home prices will fall. But here’s what you need to realize: trying to time the market rarely works. And here’s...

The Truth About Credit Scores and Buying a Home Your credit score plays a big role in the homebuying process. It’s one of the key factors lenders look at to determine which loan options you qualify for and what your terms might be. But there’s a myth about credit scores that may be holding some buyers back. The Myth: You Need To Have Perfect Credit   According to Fannie Mae, only 32% of...