Eighteen years after its first release, Faust Wines still lacked one thing — a tasting room. The Napa winery seemed ready to change that by opening a restored 19th century mansion on Highway 29 in... Read More
Generation Z, the oldest of whom are turning 24 this year, is a growing force in the rental market, but real estate experts are watching these consumers’ preferences closely for when they’re ready to buy. Read More
While winter may be typically a slow season in real estate, economists predict it isn’t likely to happen this year. Lawrence Yun, chief economist of the National Association of REALTORS®, says “it will be one... Read More
Daylight really does a disservice to Mike West’s Halloween display. When the sun is up, you can’t see the lights. You can’t hear the music. You can’t fully appreciate the synchronicity of the lights and... Read More
Some home sellers are requesting odd contingencies—from maintaining the wardrobe of a plastic skeleton at the front door to caring for their family pets—before they’ll accept an offer. Contingencies typically involve obtaining financing or fixing... Read More
Homeowners are watching their home values climb significantly this year, and prices are expected to continue to appreciate over the next decade. The National Association of REALTORS® reported that the median... Read More
As affordability concerns continue to hinder first-time buyers ready to enter the market, those buyers are finding additional help from their families as parents leverage their own home equity to help their adult children become homeowners. Read More
The need for curb appeal continues to increase, especially as many local buyers hesitate to enter unfamiliar homes and distant buyers narrow their home-shopping lists from afar in the pandemic. A dismaying front yard may... Read More
Home sales and home prices are increasing by double digits, with homes flying off the market in record time. Existing-home sales increased for the fourth consecutive month in September, up nearly 21% compared to a year ago,... Read More
Service smoke alarms, drain the water heater, fertilize the lawn, drain and store hoses, PLUS other things you’ve got to get done before cold weather kicks in for good By... Read More
At the 2020 Serenbe Designer Showhouse: Black is the New Black The Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles Serenbe Designer Showhouse never fails to bring interesting design ideas to life, and the 2020... Read More
Wondering what’s going on in the real estate market? Here’s September’s market update for Napa County. If you want to discuss the market or find out what your home is worth give me a... Read More