Author: todzak

A lot of buyers ask how much house they can afford and their lender will approve them for that number. That’s the lender’s job. But that doesn’t mean that’s what you should borrow. Here’s the real question: how much monthly payment makes you feel comfortable for your lifestyle? Because there’s a huge difference between the … Continued

If selling your East Bay home has crossed your mind, don’t assume the market you’re seeing today will still be here a few months from now. Summer doesn’t last forever, and neither do the conditions that come with it. As we move closer to the start of school and there are whispers of Fall in … Continued

Hey, Oakland & Berkeley! It’s time for your AUGUST MARKET UPDATE! We are fully in the Summer Market, so Home Sellers and Home Buyers, listen on! Here are the latest stats that you need to know. Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Realtor with eXp Realty, helping people sell and buy homes right here in the East … Continued

Why does one home sell in days, while another sits for months? It doesn’t always mean there’s something wrong with it. Sometimes the price missed the mark. Sometimes the marketing wasn’t strong. Sometimes buyers just over-looked an opportunity.  Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Realtor with eXp Realty, helping people sell and buy homes right here in … Continued

One of the biggest fears homeowners have is selling their house and not knowing where they’re going next. That’s a valid concern. I get it. You’re juggling two transactions at once, and the timing has to work. What if your sale closes before your new home is ready? What if you can’t find the right … Continued

Everyone wants multiple offers, BUT they don’t Happen By Accident. Here’s what actually creates them. Most sellers think multiple offers happen by accident. But they don’t. Multiple offers are created through preparation, pricing strategy, marketing, professional photos, timing, and massive exposure! Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Realtor with eXp Realty, helping people sell and buy homes … Continued

If buyers aren’t scheduling showings, pricing may not be the problem. Sometimes it’s the presentation. Buyers compare homes faster than ever. They look online and notice clutter, outdated finishes, and deferred maintenance almost immediately. This also includes things like agents that take their own pictures, don’t get your home staged and other things that are … Continued

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Hey Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, and Lafayette! It’s time for your JULY MARKET UPDATE! We are fully in the Summer Market, so Home Sellers and Home Buyers, listen on! Here are the latest stats that you need to know. Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Realtor with eXp Realty, helping people sell and buy homes right here … Continued

Do you need to fix everything before you sell?  I hear this question all the time, and here’s what I tell sellers: some repairs add value, others cost money and don’t give you a return on your investment at closing. I’ve seen sellers spend thousands on projects that buyers didn’t care about, while ignoring smaller … Continued