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Why Mortgage Rates Are Moving Again — And What Marin County & San Francisco Homebuyers Should Know

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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Spring Sellers Have an Edge. Here’s Why.

From our friends at the kcm blog Homeowners looking to sell usually want three things: plenty of interested buyers, strong offers, and a short timeline. Spring is the season that most often delivers all three. So, if a move has been on your mind this year, this is the window where momentum tends to work in your favor. Here’s what makes this season so powerful for sellers. 1. More Buyers Will Be Looking Typically speaking, in the housing market, there’s no more popular time to move than the Spring. Historically, data coming out of ShowingTime proves that’s when buyer activity peaks each year. Take a look for yourself (see graph below): And this year, there’s more than just...

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What Is a Probate Sale? A Step-by-Step Guide for Buyers

By The Jenn Pfeiffer Team | Jenn Pfeiffer, Realtor & Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist When a homeowner passes away, their assets—including real estate—must be legally transferred to heirs or beneficiaries. This process is known as probate. Before any assets can be distributed, the court ensures that all outstanding debts and taxes (including mortgages) are paid. In many cases, this means the property must be sold through a probate sale, with proceeds used to settle the estate and distribute any remaining funds to heirs. If you’re considering buying a probate property—or navigating one as part of an estate—here’s what you need to know. Who’s Involved in a Probate Sale? A probate sale involves several...

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Top Mistakes Homeowners Are Making in 2026 (And How To Avoid Them)

From our friends at the kcm blog Let’s be clear: selling your house is absolutely possible right now. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), roughly 11k homes sell every day in this country. And the sellers who are making their moves happen all have one thing in common: they’ve adjusted their strategy to match today’s market. They’re realizing inventory has grown. Homebuyers are more selective. And buyer expectations are higher. The sellers who struggle are usually approaching today’s market with yesterday’s expectations. Here are the three biggest mistakes they’re making – and how to avoid them. 1. Pricing Based on What Their Neighbor Got a Few Years Back Setting your price is the most important decision you make...

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The Price You Set Can Make (or Break) Your Sale

From our friends at the kcm blog There’s one decision you’re going to make when you sell that determines whether your house sells quickly, or it sits. Whether buyers make an offer, or scroll past it. Whether you walk away with the maximum return, or you end up cutting the price later. And that’s your asking price. The #1 Mistake Sellers Make Today: Trusting the Wrong Number If you’re thinking of moving and trying to figure out what your house may sell for, it’s tempting to start with an online home value tool. They’re fast, free, and easy. And you don’t have to talk to anyone. But here’s the problem: they don’t know...

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