Real Estate
Silicon Valley Newsletter - January 2025
Home prices declined modestly in Q4 2024, showing atypical price stability in the second half of the year. Because prices didn’t contract significantly in the second h… Read more
Real Estate
Silicon Valley Newsletter - November 2024
After the election of Donald J. Trump, bond prices increased in anticipation of his inflationary policy positions. Interest rates are the most significant factor finan… Read more
Real Estate
Understanding California’s Property Tax System: A Guide for Homeowners
Let’s talk about property taxes in California—a topic that often raises a few eyebrows and sometimes even a touch of confusion. But don’t worry; we’re going to break i… Read more
Real Estate
Silicon Valley Newsletter - September 2024
Enough data has been released to suggest that home prices peaked nationally in June 2024, and won’t peak again this year. Of course, there will be deviations in local … Read more
Real Estate
Silicon Valley Newsletter - August 2024
Median home prices are slightly below peak levels across Silicon Valley. We expected price contraction after peaking in the second quarter, which is the seasonal norm.… Read more
Real Estate
Falling Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back
After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number of economic factors. And yester… Read more