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Home Sellers: Does staging really work??

Zac Bacon  |  April 11, 2024

Does home staging really work?? Is it worth the price? Let's go through a case study and compare a home before and after staging.

Sellers

How to Successfully Sell Your Home to Buy Another One - Move up Buyers!

Zac Bacon  |  January 19, 2024

Selling your existing home can unlock vital equity for your dream home purchase, but timing can be challenging.

The Progression of the Goofy Christmas Card

Zac Bacon  |  November 30, 2023

5 Tips to Know About Real Estate

Zac Bacon  |  November 29, 2023

Sellers and Buyers ask me questions all the time about how real estate transactions work. Here are 5 things that you should be aware of if you're considering a move in… Read more

Real Estate

5 Things to Know About Short Sales

Zac Bacon  |  November 14, 2023

While you may not have heard the term recently, there's a possibility that this type of real estate sale may be slightly more popular over the next couple years.

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What you need to know about buying solar before April 2023!

Zac Bacon  |  February 6, 2023

The topic of solar has been front and center recently due to the continued increase in utility costs. Homeowners are interested in saving money over the long run, but … Read more

Case Study: The Home on Brewery Ln

September 28, 2022

Most often, selling a home is an emotional process, whether you’re leaving behind good memories or hoping for a fresh start. It’s another part of a real estate agent’s… Read more

Case Study: Off-market in Sacramento

September 27, 2022

Real estate agents wear many hats while serving their clients. They tour properties, analyze market data, research the neighboring community, connect vendors, and more… Read more

Case Study: The Homestead in Grass Valley, CA

September 25, 2022

A good real estate agent will help you sell your home. A great real estate agent will be there for you at every step of the process beyond the transaction. Regarding t… Read more

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Buying a House With Bad Credit

May 19, 2022

If you’re ready to buy a home but you’re uncertain because of your credit history, there may be options available for you. In this article, we’ll break down what is co… Read more

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How to Stay Sane While Buying a House

April 7, 2022

The housing market has been a wild ride for a few years now, and it’s still going strong. If you’re in the market to buy a house, it can be an especially stressful tim… Read more

Real Estate

Should You Buy a Fixer Upper?

March 10, 2022

Buying the right house is a big decision, and there’s even more to consider when trying to decide if you should buy a fixer upper. Fixer uppers can take a lot of money… Read more

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How to Know if You Should Refinance Your Home

February 28, 2022

Deciding if you should refinance your home can be a tricky decision. There’s so many things to consider, like how much your monthly payment will be affected, how long … Read more

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What is Home Escrow? Everything You Need to Know

February 17, 2022

If you’re a first-time home buyer, there are many new terms to learn. You’ve probably heard of escrow accounts and are wondering what exactly home escrow even is. In t… Read more

Real Estate

DIY Projects to Improve Your Home

February 10, 2022

With a quick internet search, you can learn to DIY just about anything these days. If you’re itching for a new project to do around the house, check out these ideas to… Read more

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7 Important Questions to Ask Before Buying a House

January 28, 2022

When you’re buying a house, every detail matters. It can be especially hard to decide what house to buy when you’ve got your options narrowed down to a few good choice… Read more

Real Estate

7 Top Tips When Moving to Help You Stay Sane

January 13, 2022

Moving – just the mention of that word can send you spiraling into stress mode. It probably brings back memories of lugging around boxes for your friends in exchange f… Read more

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6 Signs It’s Time to Sell Your Home

December 21, 2021

Thinking about selling your home? It can be hard to know when is the right time to sell. Buying and selling a home are two of the biggest financial transactions you’ll… Read more

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6 First Time Home Buyer Mistakes to Avoid

December 9, 2021

Buying your first home is so exciting. You’ve probably been dreaming about your first home for a long time, and now the time to find it has finally come. You get to se… Read more

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Top Home Features Buyers Want

December 1, 2021

If you’re ready to move on, move up, or downsize, it’s a great time to sell your home. Demand for available homes to buy is still high, while inventory of available ho… Read more

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Does Buying a House Hurt Your Credit?

November 22, 2021

The quick – and good – answer: buying a house helps your credit over the long run if you make your mortgage payments as agreed. In this article, we’ll break down what… Read more

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How Much Money Should I Save Before Buying a House?

November 2, 2021

Buying a house is a huge milestone in life. Excitement can quickly turn to stress when you start to think about how much it will cost though. Knowing all the different… Read more

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Why Is My House Not Selling in a Hot Market?

October 12, 2021

It’s a sellers’ market and houses are selling everywhere like crazy. You’ve had your home listed for a while now, so why is it not selling like all those other homes? … Read more

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Selling a House That Needs Repairs

October 5, 2021

If you’re looking to sell a house that needs repairs, it can be overwhelming to know where to start and what your options are. While it can be a challenge in some case… Read more

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The Home Buying Process: What to Expect When Buying a House

September 27, 2021

Buying a house is such an exciting time in your life, but it can be stressful not knowing what to expect if you’ve never done it before. There are lots of steps to buy… Read more

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How to Find a Realtor You Can Trust

September 20, 2021

Buying or selling your home is one of the most important decisions of your life. You want to have an amazing Realtor by your side, every step of the way. But how do yo… Read more

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How to Sell Your House Fast

September 15, 2021

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Reasons to Sell Your Home Now

September 1, 2021

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What Prevents a Home From Selling

August 20, 2021

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How to Make Moving Out-of-State Easy

July 27, 2021

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What to Expect When Selling Your Home

July 19, 2021

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Home Staging Before You Sell: What You Can and Can’t Do Yourself

April 5, 2021

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Quantum Giving – We’re Donating to Local Placer County Non-Profits

March 8, 2021

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How to Find Out What Your Home is Worth

March 1, 2021

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6 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Home in the Winter (If You Want to Make Top Dollar)

February 22, 2021

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The Ultimate Sellers Resource Guide to Command Top Dollar for Your Home

February 1, 2021

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6 Top Real Estate Myths About Selling Your Home Not to Believe

January 25, 2021

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Top 5 Reasons Why You Need a Realtor to Help Sell Your Home

December 21, 2020

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Top Things Buyers and Realtors Hate to Tell You When You’re Selling Your Home

December 7, 2020

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Want to Know Why Your Home Value’s Decreasing? These 7 Things Might Lower Your Home Value

November 30, 2020

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What You Need to Know About Buying a Foreclosure

November 9, 2020

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How to Get Started with House Hacking

November 2, 2020

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What to Do When Your Dream Home Gets Away

October 20, 2020

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What to Renovate for the Best Return On Investment When Selling Your Home

October 13, 2020

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The Biggest Regrets of First-Time Homeowners

September 28, 2020

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Should You Move to Sacramento During COVID-19?

September 14, 2020

Real Estate

How to Get Your Short Sale Offer Approved

August 31, 2020

Real Estate

Top 10 Benefits of Doing a Short Sale Instead of a Foreclosure

August 11, 2020

Real Estate

California Short Sales in 2020: What you need to know

July 27, 2020

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How to Sell Your Home as a Short Sale in 2020

July 6, 2020