We are now in the busiest home buying and selling season, so what are the current stats nationwide telling us about the housing market today?  Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Our East Bay Home brokered by eXp Realty. According to Redfin, new listings are down more than 20% from a year ago as homeowners hold on … Continued

Hey Pleasant Hill! YOU READY FOR YOUR LOCAL MARKET UPDATE? Good news, the market is normalizing, but we are still seeing lower than average inventory. We are seeing homes sell more quickly and the buyers are more active. Also as we move into the warmest months, we see increased activity in the market. For more … Continued

As a buyer what do you do if the appraisal on the house you are purchasing comes in lower than the amount you offered to pay?  Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Our East Bay Home brokered by eXp Realty…  To obtain buyer financing, part of the transaction process is for your lender to order an appraisal … Continued

Hey Oakland & Berkeley! YOU READY FOR YOUR LOCAL MARKET UPDATE? Good news, the market is normalizing, but we are still seeing lower than average inventory. We are seeing homes sell more quickly and the buyers are more active. Also as we move into the warmest months, we see increased activity in the market. For … Continued

Although all indicators are pointing to a seller’s market, homeowners still have some uncertainty and concerns about listing their homes in today’s market.  Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Our East Bay Home brokered by eXp Realty… and I sell homes in Oakland, Berkeley, and the San Francisco East Bay  Let’s break down five concerns sellers are … Continued

We have all heard of the crazy market shifts recently. Mortgage rates rose dramatically last year which impacted many buyers’ ability to buy a home and after several years of rapidly rising price appreciation, home prices finally peaked late last year causing experts and headlines to say home prices would end up crashing in 2023. … Continued

If you are planning on buying a home this year, it is important to plan for any fees or payments you will need to pay at the closing of the transaction, otherwise known as closing costs. Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Our East Bay Home brokered by eXp Realty… and I sell homes in Oakland, Berkeley, … Continued

As a potential buyer in today’s crazy and unpredictable housing market, what are four strategies you can do to save money on your purchase?  Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Our East Bay Home brokered by eXp Realty… and I sell homes in Oakland, Berkeley, and the San Francisco East Bay   For many shoppers, buying a home … Continued

With the housing market on a constant roller coaster the last two years, one of the questions I hear frequently is are we in a buyer’s or seller’s market?  Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Our East Bay Home brokered by eXp Realty… and I sell homes in Oakland, Berkeley, and the San Francisco East Bay  So, … Continued

Are you a homeowner on the fence about selling your home?  Hi, I’m Tanja Odzak, Our East Bay Home brokered by eXp Realty… and I sell homes in Oakland, Berkeley, and the San Francisco East Bay   If you are thinking about selling in today’s market, it is worth considering all the reasons why making the … Continued