Explore the realm of home inspections with Realtor Pat Kapowich's latest column featuring insights from Erick Chapman. Discover the nuances of foundation cracks, from vertical forces to horizontal stress, and safeguard your property effectively.
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Probate can be costly and time-consuming, but it doesn't have to be. Real estate attorney Shawn Parr breaks down the importance of family trusts and estate planning with Realtor Pat Kapowich.
Discover practical insights and strategies for navigating probate and safeguarding your assets.
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NAR forecasts 4.46 million existing-home sales in 2024, a 9% increase from 2023.
Key Highlights
- Pending home sales increased 3.4% in March.
- Month over month, contract signings rose in the Northeast, South and West but dropped in the Midwest.
- Compared to one year ago, pending home sales declined...
Discover how Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be a lifeline for homeowners facing foreclosure. Join Realtor Pat Kapowich and attorney Vinod Nichani as they break down the essentials in a quick, informative session.
Special guest: Attorney Vinod Nichani, NICHANI LAW FIRM,...
Key Highlights
- Existing-home sales retreated 4.3% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.19 million. Sales fell 3.7% from the previous year.
- The median existing-home sales price rose 4.8% from March 2023 to $393,500 – the ninth consecutive month of year-over-year price gains...
Strategic Offers: Including Repairs and Credits in Bank-Owned Real Estate Deals.
Dive into the intricacies of short sales with real estate expert Pat Kapowich and attorney Julia Wei.
Discover how to strategically place offers on bank-owned properties that require repairs, and understand...
Earthquake Proofing 101: Drainage Secrets with a PE & Contractor
Earthquake Proofing 101: Drainage Secrets with a PE & Contractor
Pat Kapowich sits down with Tim Garrison, PE, and Mark Garrison, licensed contractor, for an in-depth discussion on the impact of drainage on earthquake...
Strategic Home Selling: Leveraging Pre-Sale Home Inspections
Discover how pre-sale home inspections can significantly boost your leverage during home sale negotiations. Tune in as we explore the untapped advantages for sellers and how this proactive step can lead to smoother, more...
Marketwise column for the Bay Area News Group and its flagships The Mercury News and East Bay Times
Published: April 6, 2024
By Pat Kapowich
Title: When there is a problem, real estate forms come in handy
Question: Regarding your March 30, 2024, column titled...
Key Highlights
- Existing-home sales surged 9.5% in February to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.38 million, the largest monthly increase since February 2023. Sales declined 3.3% from the previous year.
- The median existing-home sales price elevated 5.7% from February 2023 to $384,500 –...
Stay informed about the latest real estate trends in Silicon Valley's tech-driven counties: Alameda, Santa Clara, and San Mateo. Realtor Pat Kapowich shares his expertise to help you make informed decisions.
Alameda County Single-Family Home Sales Chart
San Mateo County...
California Association of Realtors®
Press Release:
October 18, 2023
California home prices hold steady as high interest rates continue to test housing market, C.A.R. reports
- Existing, single-family home sales totaled 240,940 in September on a seasonally adjusted...