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What if I told you that you could save 34% on your real estate investment, giving you hundreds of thousands of dollars more? Today, we wanted to bring you a video about the 1031 exchange. Kristin...
"It's not you, it's me." Are you already working with an agent, and you suddenly feel like you might need to make a switch?...
Today, we are coming back with another installment of the "What the Money Bought" series. In today's video, we're going to look into the $1.5 million price point here in Alameda...
What does a million dollars buy you in 2022 in Alameda? Today, we are doing another installment of "What The Money Bought?" so let's find out...
Today, we're going to be talking about the conforming loan limits, which just got increased. It's a very interesting topic, especially here in the San Francisco Bay area...
What technology do we use in our business process to improve our customers’ experience? And what are the primary advantages our clients get when choosing us over our competitors? These are only a few...
Are Single-Level Homes More Popular than Two-Level Homes in the East Bay Area? Are Single-Level Homes More Popular than Two-Level Homes in the East Bay Area? Hey, fun fact: did you know that...
Today, we will be talking about the five things you need to know before buying a house in Alameda. These are things you need to consider before you start your shopping and moving experience...
Alameda’s East end is one of the most desirable parts of the island, especially for people who have never been to Alameda before. But what is it actually like to live there? Here are a few things...
Seller Tips
Selling a home in Alameda can be a rewarding experience, but it’s essential to understand the tax implications that can affect your net proceeds. From capital gains tax to transfer taxes, several...
Considering selling your Alameda home “as-is”? This option can save you time and upfront costs, but it also has unique challenges. Whether you’re looking to sell quickly or avoid the hassle of...
Thinking about selling your home in Alameda? Understanding the costs involved is essential to accurately estimate your net proceeds and set realistic expectations for your sale. At The Gunderman...
Selling your Alameda home can be a profitable venture, especially in a market with rising home values. However, it’s essential to understand how capital gains tax might affect your final earnings. By...
When selling a home in Alameda, understanding capital gains tax is essential to ensure that you retain as much of your profit as possible. Navigating this tax can feel complex, but by planning ahead...
If you’re preparing to sell your home and want to better understand how taxes might impact your profit, The Gunderman Group is here to help. Contact Hans and Kristin Struzyna today to discuss your...
In the marketing of homes, we find there are three major levers a seller has to affect the outcome of their sale:
The agent (and team) they assemble;
The presentation (aesthetics and physical...
As you may or may not have heard, the world of real estate has changed as a result of the NAR class action lawsuit settlement in Missouri earlier this year. As of one week ago, our local Real Estate...
What is value? Depending on the context, Google will share the following definitions:
“either the regard that something is held to deserve; the importance, worth, or usefulness of something, or...
Market Updates
Wow, what a way to finish up Q3! Today, I want to share a few anecdotes about a few things I've observed over the last quarter, as we are now well into quarter four. I hope this Bay Area housing...
Wow, what a way to finish up Q3! Today, I want to share a few anecdotes about a few things I've observed over the last quarter, as we are now well into quarter four. I hope this Bay Area housing...
It finally happened, and this is unprecedented news here. A home in Gold Coast, Alameda, recently sold for an insane price of $4.75 million. Undeniably, the house was gorgeous, but still, that deal is...
Zillow is offloading 7,000 homes, laying off a quarter of its staff, and taking huge losses. But why do we care?
Today, let’s talk about Zillow. Let’s look at what this pause in their iBuyer...
Wow, what a way to finish up Q3! Today, I want to share a few anecdotes about a few things I've observed over the last quarter, as we are now well into quarter four. I hope this Bay Area housing...
Lumber supplies trending back up, existing inventory finally starting to tick back up, people getting excited again with the good news-- are we finally going to see a flattening market?
In this video...
Is it time to panic yet? Where are we going? There's a lot of talk and many headlines, both locally and nationally, around housing correction. When people hear "housing correction," they immediately...
An unprecedented seller's market, super low inventory, prices are all-time highs, equity spreads are huge right now, and interest rates are at historic lows, or at least have been darn close if...
Just when you thought you had figured it out. Shrinking competition, preemptive offers, and top-end buyers duking it out? Today, I wanted to do a market update to share some anecdotes, thoughts, and...