San Francisco Real Estate Tag
From our friends at the kcm blog
When your house sits on the market longer than expected, it can get frustrating fast.
You start asking: what now? And for a growing number of homeowners, that turns into: should I just rent it instead?
While it sounds like a simple backup plan, becoming “accidental landlord” is actually a much bigger decision than most people realize. That’s when someone planned to sell, didn’t get the price or traction they hoped for, and decided to rent the house out instead.
And lately, that’s happening more often.
Why the Number of Accidental Landlords Is Rising
If you’re faced with the same choice to rent or to sell, here’s what you need to...
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From our friends at the kcm blog
While the Spring season consistently offers up some of the best conditions for home sellers, Realtor.com says there’s one window where the stars really seem to align year after year. And it’s coming up fast.
Based on their analysis of historical trends, the ideal week to put your house on the market this year is: April 12–18.
And here’s why this window stands out as being particularly seller-friendly:
Buyers Are More Active. According to the research coming out of Realtor.com, homes listed during this week typically get about 16.7% more views than in a normal week. And in a market where buyers have options, getting that extra attention can set the tone for your entire sale.
Sales...
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From our friends at the kcm blog
Mortgage rates have already dropped into the upper 5s twice this year. But after just a few days, they ticked back up into the low 6% range. If you saw that and thought, “Great. I missed it,” you’re not the only one.
A lot of buyers are treating the 5s like some kind of magic number. As if moving from 6.1% to 5.99% suddenly changes everything. And from a mindset perspective, it does feel different.
But here’s the part most people don’t actually run the math on.
The Payment Difference Isn’t What You Think
Let’s say you’re looking at a $500,000 home loan. At 6.1%, generally speaking, your principal...
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By Jenn Pfeiffer, Realtor® | Greenbrae, Marin County & San Francisco Real Estate Expert
Realtor of the Year 2024 | Marin IJ Best Realtors Honorary Mention 2025
Mortgage rates have been moving in waves lately, and many homebuyers across Marin County, Greenbrae, and San Francisco are asking the same question:
Why are mortgage rates rising again after briefly dipping below 6%?
While the recent shift can feel confusing, the reality is that mortgage rates respond to a handful of major economic forces. Understanding these factors can help buyers and sellers make more confident decisions in today’s real estate market.
As a Greenbrae-based Realtor serving Marin County and San Francisco, I’m breaking down the key drivers...
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