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5 Hidden Deal-Breakers Turning Buyers Off

We’ve all heard the golden rules of selling a home: clean the floors, declutter the closets, and maybe bake some cookies before an open house. But after years of showing properties and talking to sellers, I see the same hidden mistakes happen...

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The Truth About Living at the Beach

Do you dream of living at the beach? Maybe you imagine sitting on a porch with a hot cup of coffee, watching the waves roll in, the fishing boats head out, and the seagulls and pelicans fly past. Or perhaps in the afternoon, you would love to r...

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Is A Closet Necessary For A Bedroom To Be Legal?

I am going to solve one of the biggest real estate mysteries. I am going to settle whether you need a closet to consider a room, a bedroom. So in Santa Cruz County, my whole career, I have discovered lots of rooms, spaces we have, I've actually...

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Buying And Selling During An Election

Are you thinking about buying or selling in 2024? Maybe you want to know how the upcoming election might affect your sale or your purchase. I work primarily in the Santa Cruz County housing market, but the election does affect real estate ever...

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What’s Shaking? Santa Cruz! Earthquake!

Long Story About the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake! What’s Shaking? Are you curious about earthquakes in Santa Cruz? Have you, did you know there was an earthquake here? It was about 6.7 on the Richter scale. I mean, it was high. And you kno...

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ADTV Episode Two – Captivating Capitola!

Begin your adventure at the Capitola Museum to explore the rich history of this unique town. Learn about the town's name and how it evolved from a seaside resort into the community it is today. So, how did the town of Capitola get its ...

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Location Location Location! Why it matters!

Lately, I have seen sales that are more about location, maybe it's not in the best location, but it's close to a good location. I have seen more sales lately where even if that property needed work, like a $2 million property needed a new bathr...

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