I’m going to expose one of the biggest mistakes buyers and sellers make, and it’s silently costing people tens of thousands of dollars! If you’re buying or selling a home, you need to plan to stay in it for at least five years. Don’t ignore this rule. Period. Buying and selling a home isn’t just a lifestyle move; it’s a financial one. Between your closing costs, loan fees, moving expenses, agent fees,
PLUS the fact that building equity takes a few years, you will not recoup those costs if you play the short game. Historically, homes appreciate about 3-5% a year, so on a $1,000,000 house, that’s approximately $160K – 276k of equity by year five. That’s your profit, your wealth, and your next move. That’s why the 5-Year Rule matters.
Yes, there are exceptions to the rule, like job relocation, divorce, and emergencies. But unless that’s you, the 5-Year Rule should be your baseline. Real estate is a Long Game.
With over $84 Million in homes sold and going on 10 years of experience, I know how to help you play in any market. I’m Tanja and I sell homes. let’s map out a strategy that protects your equity, grows your wealth, and puts you in control of your next move. Call me today and let’s get you going!
I’m a Top Producing Realtor® in the OAKLAND / BERKELEY / EAST BAY AREA. I’ve been in the San Francisco East Bay Area since I came up to do my undergrad at UC Berkeley (a long time ago!), with a short stint at UC Davis while getting my Master’s. I take my duties as a Realtor® and Fiduciary very seriously, I enjoy educating my sellers and buyers along the way. Putting People, Before Profit.
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