Santa Cruz Real Estate Blog

NAR Settlement Regulations New regulations from the NAR bring significant changes to home buyers in the purchase process. As of August 17, 2024, buyers must sign a written agreement with their agents before viewing the listings. Such an agreement shall set forth very clearly and in an objective m...

Are you in the midst of a potential real estate transaction? Wondering what safeguards, you need before sealing the deal? Enter the Due Diligence Period—a crucial phase that ensures you’re equipped with all the essential information. But what is due diligence, and why does it matter? Let's delve ...

Selling a house might be challenging and take a long time. Smart, low-cost home repairs can make your look much better to people who might want to buy it. If you make changes like these, you can sell your house faster and for more money. Your home can look much better with a few simple steps that...