Buyers often ask if they should write to the seller, create a video or send them photos. They want to explain why they are eager to buy...

CITY & COUNTY ORDINANCES: Investors need to make sure that short term rentals are legal in the city they choose. Some cities require...

Buyers are tuned into their listing alerts as they wait for the next available property. They are often contacting their agent before...

Great news! Open houses and Broker tours are back! During the Pandemic, all showings were appointment only so now, buyers will be able to...

We sometimes have power outages in the winter months here on the Monterey Peninsula. Pebble Beach is especially prone to them due to the...

Every county and city has their own set of rules so if you are looking to buy a home, knowing the local ordinances is very important....

Remember those bold bright 70's colors? I do! We had an orange kitchen with orange cabinets, orange floor and if my memory serves...

An interesting report came out from the National Association of Home Builders about multigenerational housing. There were 3200...

We all know the market is HOT, inventory is low and if you are a buyer, it's a challenging time. Now more than ever, it's important to...

I just had some canned lighting installed at my home and boy, what a difference it makes. Our home lacked overhead lighting in all the...

Research has linked indoor plants with reduced stress, increased productivity, and improved quality for the home’s air. Maybe it's time...

Homeowners have been rushing to remodel and build as well as wash during the pandemic. Washers and dryers, refrigerators, and many other...

California Proposition 19 passed in November 2020 and will go into effect on April 1, 2021. So what's the big deal? Take a look..... TAX...

Like most of the nation, Monterey County is experiencing an inventory shortage in residential housing. We currently have 3.3 months of...

A new law went into effect on January 1, 2021. It relates to a new disclosure that is required when a Homeowner sells their home. It's...

It's all about location, location, location! Here are some ultra luxury properties that were listed in 2020. Oceanfront, mountain lodges...

Federal tax breaks are available for solar panels through 2021 so take advantage while you can. Solar is not for everyone. Do your...

1. How will you pre-market my listing? Most of the work is done before your home goes on the market. Sprucing, repairs, cleaning, staging...

With the recent floods along River Road & at the mouth of the Carmel River, potential mudslides in the hills and the constant threat of...

1. How do you come up with your list price? I look at recent comparable sales in your area as well as your current competition among...