At the end of 2019, during an interview with the Sacramento Bee asking my opinion about the local Sacramento real estate market, the reporter asked about my most "out there" forecast or trend: I responded with -- wait for it -- constructing Accessory Dwelling Units, aka - ADU's!  At that time, I was optimistic that as some state legislation encouraged city/county ADU application streamlining and the "by-right" ability of residential property owners to add ADUs to their properties, we'd see more homeowners building them. There are many parcels in greater Sacramento that could easily accom ..read more

Prime investment opportunity awaits in Roseville! This well-maintained triplex at 1011 Vernon Street offers three individual, separately metered units and a large 0.14-acre corner lot. 'Unit A' features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 857sf, a recently updated bathroom (2024), and a long-term tenant in place. 'Unit B' is the largest unit with 5 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1540sf, with updates including a freshly painted interior, newer kitchen cabinets, sink, faucet, countertops, refrigerator, and flooring all completed in 2023, along with a new bathroom vanity (2023) and tub replacement (2020). 'Unit ..read more

Selling a home is a major life decision that comes with many moving parts, especially in the dynamic Sacramento real estate market. Whether you’re a seasoned seller, or listing a home in a trust or probate estate, or putting your property on the market for the first time, navigating the selling process with clarity and confidence is crucial. Here’s a brief primer of the steps I walk through with my clients when counseling a seller to list a home for sale... TL;DR -- I always strive to help my clients stay on top of market trends, assess what is in their best interest to optimize their sales ..read more

As the holiday season rolls into Sacramento, many people are thinking about holiday gift giving. Don't know what to get for your friend or family member who is a homeowner, or an aspiring homeowner? Whether they’ve just moved into their dream home or are saving up for one, these gifts combine utility, charm, and local flair. (1) A Measuring Tape: a small, retractable tape measure fits easily in a pocket or drawer for quick measurements. I keep several of these with me in the car and give them to buyers frequently! (2) Magic Erasers: these amazingly versatile cleaning sponges can tackle s ..read more

My husband and I love to visit Farmer's Markets and Sacramento has several to choose from! We are very lucky that we are the "Farm-to-Fork Capital" and have abundant fresh veggies all over town and on different days of the week. Here is a list of farmers markets in the greater Sacramento area: Midtown Farmers Market -- A year-round market held every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring over 200 vendors offering local agriculture, prepared foods, artisans, and crafters.  Downtown Sacramento Farmers Market -- Located at Capitol Mall (Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and at  Caesar Ch ..read more

During the years of the Great Recession, the vast majority of my Sacramento area listings between 2007 - 2012 were with home sellers in some sort of distress or default. And, often I would receive panicked calls from homeowners toward the end of the foreclosure process -- days before the foreclosure was to take place -- asking to list and sell their home asap. And that scenario was extremely difficult to work though, because many mortgage companies would not delay a foreclosure to allow the homeowner to sell. I fought tooth and nail -- sometimes with success and we were allowed to delay the f ..read more

I showed a few homes to some buyer clients earlier this week, and two of the three homes we visited were frigid inside. Let me tell you, we were in and out of those two chilly homes quickly!  As a home seller, it's important to recognize that turning on the heat during these cold months can make a big difference in how potential buyers experience your home. While I am sure you are not excited to spend the money on utility bills heating a home you don't currently live in, I promise you it is worth the small investment. Imagine stepping into a house that's colder inside than it is outside ..read more

Loved by the same family for over 50 years, this impeccably-maintained 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom, approximately 1,493sf Arden Arcade home is ready for a new owner, and is the perfect blank canvas for your personal touches. You will love the light and bright floorplan. Enter to find a cozy living room with brick fireplace. There is a separate spacious family room with a bay window. Large formal dining room is the perfect place to host an amazing dinner party! Cute kitchen has lots of storage space and an eat-in nook. Spacious bedrooms with ample closet space. Hallway bathroom has a tub/shower co ..read more

Yesterday I was interviewed for an ABC 10 news story about potential difficulties getting homeowners insurance during real estate transactions...spoiler alert: yes you can usually get a new homeowners insurance policy with relative ease in most Sacramento neighborhoods. BUT where things start to get dicey depends on your location, potentially on the condition of your home, and your claims history. When I am meeting with home buyers and home sellers, there are a few things I ask, or remain on the look-out for: Are there recent insurance claims on the property? If the answer is YES, then that ..read more

Let me clear up misperceptions about Proposition 33: VOTE NO. It is a deeply flawed rent control initiative that will hurt both California's renters and housing providers. Despite some confusion I’ve seen and heard about what this measure would do, let me be crystal clear: Prop 33 would dismantle key protections under the 1995 Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act (passed by the California Legislature) and lead to harmful consequences for the housing market.  Here’s why you should vote NO:  (1) Prop 33 would cripple development of new rental properties: Prop 33 would allow rent control o ..read more