![The Bay Area Retirement Dilemma There’s a lot to love about the Bay Area and Silicon Valley. The innovation, the culture, the sheer beauty – it’s a hard place to imagine leaving. But as retirement looms, a different kind of reality sets in, one often measured in dollars and cents. The Bay Area dream, with […]
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The Best Towns in America for Bay Area Retirees According to Forbes Magazine
The Bay Area Retirement Dilemma There’s a lot to love about the Bay Area and Silicon Valley. The innovation, the culture, the sheer beauty – it’s a hard place to imagine leaving. But as retirement looms, a different kind of reality sets in, one often measured in dollars and cents. The Bay Area dream, with […] The post The Best Towns in America for Bay Area Retirees According to Forbes Magazine appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
![The scent of freshly baked cookies wafts through the air, sunlight streams through meticulously cleaned windows, and a carefully curated playlist hums softly in the background. This is the picture many sellers in Silicon Valley envision when they think of holding an open house. As someone who’s spent over two decades navigating the frenetic real […]
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What Sellers Need to Know about Open Houses in Silicon Valley
The scent of freshly baked cookies wafts through the air, sunlight streams through meticulously cleaned windows, and a carefully curated playlist hums softly in the background. This is the picture many sellers in Silicon Valley envision when they think of holding an open house. As someone who’s spent over two decades navigating the frenetic real […] The post What Sellers Need to Know about Open Houses in Silicon Valley appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
![As a homeowner in Silicon Valley and the greater Bay Area, you may have heard that your home is worth what someone is willing to pay for it. That’s true—but what most sellers don’t realize is that in today’s market, especially one that’s stable or trending downward, buyers aren’t looking at past sales. They’re looking […]
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A Better Way to Price your Home in a Shifting Market: Why Competition-Based Pricing Works
As a homeowner in Silicon Valley and the greater Bay Area, you may have heard that your home is worth what someone is willing to pay for it. That’s true—but what most sellers don’t realize is that in today’s market, especially one that’s stable or trending downward, buyers aren’t looking at past sales. They’re looking […] The post A Better Way to Price your Home in a Shifting Market: Why Competition-Based Pricing Works appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
Location Decay Explains Why Some Bay Area Homes Fail to Sell for the Expected Price
When I talk to homeowners in Silicon Valley or anywhere in the Bay Area about what drives home value, the first thing I emphasize is location. We’ve all heard that tired mantra: “location, location, location.” But what does that actually mean in today’s real estate market? And more importantly, is there a way to quantify […] The post Location Decay Explains Why Some Bay Area Homes Fail to Sell for the Expected Price appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
![As a REALTOR® in Silicon Valley, I spend a lot of time talking about homes, market conditions, and how to grow wealth through real estate. But sometimes, wealth building isn’t just about what you buy—it’s also about how you protect what you already have. That’s why I brought in Sue Christensen, Marketing Director with Global […]
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Making Better Use of your 401K in Retirement
As a REALTOR® in Silicon Valley, I spend a lot of time talking about homes, market conditions, and how to grow wealth through real estate. But sometimes, wealth building isn’t just about what you buy—it’s also about how you protect what you already have. That’s why I brought in Sue Christensen, Marketing Director with Global […] The post Making Better Use of your 401K in Retirement appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
What Stagflation Could Mean for the Bay Area Real Estate Market
Hey, have you heard the word? It’s one we haven’t talked about in a long time—stagflation. And yes, it’s back in the news. Now, as someone who’s been around the Bay Area for decades (I’m 54, so I remember the 1970s and early ’80s), the word “stagflation” brings back memories—and not especially joyful ones. But […] The post What Stagflation Could Mean for the Bay Area Real Estate Market appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
There’s No Time Like the Present to Sell your Home in Silicon Valley
If you’re paying attention to the headlines lately, you’re perhaps a bit alarmed by what you’re seeing. The stock market is see-sawing violently up and down, bond yields are soaring, and the U.S. dollar is losing value. In turbulent times like these – in periods of market volatility – investors pour into bonds and the […] The post There’s No Time Like the Present to Sell your Home in Silicon Valley appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
Why the Happy Valley School District Matters for Santa Cruz Home Buyers
If you’ve spent any time researching schools in Santa Cruz County, chances are you’ve heard about the Happy Valley School District. Despite being one of the smallest districts in the state, it consistently pops up in conversations about the best schools in California. In fact, it’s often one of the top reasons buyers fall in […] The post Why the Happy Valley School District Matters for Santa Cruz Home Buyers appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
Using Multiple Counter Offers as a Seller in Silicon Valley Real Estate
If you’re selling a home in Silicon Valley, you may already know this is one of the most competitive real estate markets in the country. Homes here don’t just sell — they often sell quickly and with multiple offers. And when that happens, it puts you in a very powerful position. But navigating multiple offers […] The post Using Multiple Counter Offers as a Seller in Silicon Valley Real Estate appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning Your Silicon Valley Home for a Top-Dollar Sale
Selling a home in today’s market—especially here in Silicon Valley—means paying attention to the details that matter to buyers. As a professional realtor, I’ve seen time and again how a deep-cleaned, well-maintained home can attract higher offers and sell faster. In fact, real estate data shows that a thorough cleaning and decluttering can boost a […] The post The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning Your Silicon Valley Home for a Top-Dollar Sale appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
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You know what’s a good problem to have? Sitting on a huge mountain of equity that you’ve built up in your house over decades of ownership. That’s really never a problem, until the time when you want to sell your house and turn that equity into actual cash. That becomes a problem because many long-time […] The post Reducing or Eliminating Capital Gains Tax on the Sale of Your Primary Home in the Bay Area appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
Airy Villa Sold in Los Altos – A Gem With a Host of Amenities
Sold February 2025 • 4 Bedrooms • 4.5 Bathrooms • 5,765 Square Feet • 1.14 Acre Lot Size Located in the affluent town of Los Altos Hills, 23525 Ravensbury Avenue is a sight to behold. Set back fom the street with a well-manicured lawn, the bright and spacious home offers privacy and tranquility. This review of the property will explore […] The post Airy Villa Sold in Los Altos – A Gem With a Host of Amenities appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
Guide to Buying a Home in Paris for Bay Area Residents
For many, owning a home in Paris is a dream come true. The romance, history, and charm of the city, combined with its world-renowned culture and cuisine, make it an enticing destination for a pied-à-terre or an international investment. But buying property in Paris is vastly different from purchasing a home in the Bay Area. […] The post Guide to Buying a Home in Paris for Bay Area Residents appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
Senior Living Communities in and Around the Greater Bay Area
Welcome to my comprehensive guide about Senior Living Communities in and around the greater Bay Area. This guide is fairly extensive and it is broken down into several sections: Introduction Santa Clara County San Mateo County San Benito County Santa Cruz County Monterey County Comparative Analysis Introduction The Bay Area, with its captivating blend of […] The post Senior Living Communities in and Around the Greater Bay Area appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .
The Ultimate Guide to Reverse Mortgages: What You Need to Know Before You Decide
Reverse mortgages have become an increasingly discussed option for Bay Area homeowners in or near retirement who are looking to tap into the equity of their homes without having to sell or move. They can provide a financial lifeline for some, while others may find them too restrictive or costly. In this guide, we’ll break […] The post The Ultimate Guide to Reverse Mortgages: What You Need to Know Before You Decide appeared first on Seb Frey, Silicon Valley + Bay Area REALTOR .