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Plus: How I Can Help You No Matter Where You Are in the ProcessBuying a home is one of the biggest decisions many people make—and the reasons behind it are as unique as each person and family. Still, some common motivations come up again and again. Here are the top 7 reasons people choose to buy ...

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🏡 House Hunting on the Real Estate Safari! 🦓🔑Looking for a home? Buckle up, explorer — you're heading into the wild world of real estate, and you’ll need a seasoned safari guide (aka your real estate agent) to help you navigate the terrain, avoid the traps, and bring home the ultimate prize: your...

Why the School District Matters When Buying a HomeWhen buying a home, buyers often focus on price, location, and square footage—but don’t overlook the school district. Even if you don’t have school-aged children, the quality of nearby schools can have a major impact on property value, resale pote...

🚨 Apple Valley Market Snapshot! 🚨🏡 84 homes sold.✅ Avg Home: 3 beds | 2 baths | 1,901 sq ft✅ Avg Sold Price: $443K✅ Median Sold Price: $427K✅ Homes selling at 97%-100%+ of asking!📈 Highest Sale: $875K | 📉 Lowest Sale: $54KThinking about buying or selling in Apple Valley? Let’s chat! 📲🏡#AppleValle...

🏡 Hesperia Market Update — Last 30 Days 🏡🔴 78 homes sold!✅ Average Home: 3 beds | 2 baths | 1,862 sq ft✅ Average Sold Price: $468,326✅ Average Price/Sq Ft: $261.05✅ Median Sold Price: $452,500✅ Homes sold for 98.1% of asking price on average — many at 100% or higher!📈 High Sale: $715,000 | Low Sa...

Why Do FSBO Homes Often Sell for Less Than Those Listed with a REALTOR®?Great question—and an important one if you're thinking about selling your home yourself. Here are just a few reasons: Limited Exposure – FSBO listings don’t usually make it to the MLS, which means fewer eyes on your property....

🏡 Does the Highest Offer Always Win in Real Estate?When you're buying or selling a home, it might seem obvious that the highest offer always wins. After all, more money is better, right?Well… not always.In real estate, there’s a lot more that goes into choosing the “best” offer than just price. S...

🔟 Reasons You Should Use a Real Estate Agent When Buying or SellingWhy a trusted guide makes all the difference in today’s marketBuying or selling a home is one of life’s biggest transitions—and one of its most complex. With legal paperwork, inspections, appraisals, and dozens of deadlines, havin...

House Hunting: What to Look For & Where to Compromise✅ Must-Haves (Don’t Settle Here!)These are your non-negotiables—things that affect your safety, budget, and daily life. Location Close to work, school, family, and essentials Safe neighborhood and good schools Budget Stay within your comfortabl...