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Mortgage Rates Drop for Sixth Straight Week
Mortgage rates have fallen for the sixth consecutive week, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage settling at 6.72%

Doug Gamblin
Mar 52 min read


How We Sold This Home in Less Than a Week—For OVER List Price! Secrets Revealed!
In a market where many homes are sitting longer than expected, how did we get this one into contract in under a week—and for OVER asking?

Doug Gamblin
Feb 122 min read


Is Your Home Up to Par? What Today's Homebuyers Really Want
In today's dynamic housing market, homebuyers are seeking more than just a place to live – they're looking for a sanctuary that meets...

Doug Gamblin
Feb 20, 20242 min read


The Key: Mortgage Rates Unlock Affordability
Things are changing! Recent data from Freddie Mac indicates that 30-year fixed mortgage rates have significantly dropped, falling below...

Doug Gamblin
Jan 10, 20242 min read


The Road to Retirement: Is It Time to Consider a Move?
Are you thinking about retirement or perhaps have already taken the leap into this exciting new chapter of life? If so, it might be the...

Doug Gamblin
Dec 28, 20232 min read


Unlocking the Golden Years: The Untapped Wealth of Senior Home Equity
A recent revelation has shed light on a staggering reality — seniors aged 62 and over possess a whopping 12 trillion dollars in home...

Doug Gamblin
Nov 10, 20232 min read


From Listing to Market: Six Weeks to Sold
Interested in learning more about the listing process and exploring timelines? Today, I'll share a recent listing timeline to help you...

Doug Gamblin
Sep 25, 20233 min read


I Believe So Strongly in Pre-Listing Inspections that I PAY for Them!
I believe in home inspections so strongly that I WILL PAY FOR THEM! APPROXIMATELY $1000 VALUE Why?: Knowledge is power. I'm a HUGE...

Doug Gamblin
Jun 1, 20232 min read


Walnut Creek Sales Data: By the Numbers
Yes, it is springtime in Walnut Creek. The hills are green and the little leaguers are playing on the field. And of course, for sale...

Doug Gamblin
Mar 30, 20232 min read


Sofia Says: Real Estate from the POV of a 13-Year-Old
Meet Sofia, a pint-sized 13-year-old whose personality is bigger than life! I invited her to share her thoughts about her family's recent...

Sofia
Mar 9, 20232 min read


MYTHBUSTERS: The Value of an Open House
Do you remember the show, “Mythbusters?” It was a pretty simple concept. The show tackled hard-hitting issues such as whether it's...

Doug Gamblin
Feb 28, 20232 min read


Three Tips for Sellers that Don’t Cost a Dime!
There’s no doubt that selling a house can be stressful. Occasionally the “to-do” list to prepare your home for the market seems...

Doug Gamblin
Feb 22, 20232 min read


Diary of a Real Estate 'Quickie'
From Zero to Listed in less than seven days? You’d better believe it! You know how it is. Sometimes life happens. And when life happens...

Doug Gamblin
Sep 13, 20222 min read


"That Was Easy," Said No Real Estate Agent Ever!
That was easy. Well, that's what I want you to think. While you're sitting at home enjoying a cool beverage on the patio, I'm working...

Doug Gamblin
Aug 22, 20221 min read


Yup. Interest Rates are Up. Then Why am I Still Seeing Rainbows and Unicorns?
Dianne has always suggested that I'm an optimist and it's true, I suppose. I tend to lean toward the bright side of things and seek...

Doug Gamblin
Jul 27, 20222 min read


The Most Important Quality for a Real Estate Agent?
Have you ever wanted a "tough" agent--one that will fight for you and push to get exactly what you want, even at the expense of others?...

Doug Gamblin
May 11, 20221 min read


Let's Talk 'Off Market Listings'
I recently met with clients who wanted to sell their home but dreaded the entire process. Wrangling the schedule of a large family to...

Doug Gamblin
Apr 14, 20222 min read


Premier vs. Premiere: What a Difference an 'E' Makes!
Details matter! My PREMIER marketing can make the your home's listing PREMIERE far more effective. When I say that I offer premier...

Doug Gamblin
Mar 22, 20223 min read


Market Update: What I'm Seeing Out There
In many blog posts, I might use a graph depicting recent sales or post relevant information from trusted real estate or mortgage...

Doug Gamblin
Mar 8, 20222 min read


Lifestyles of Winter Olympians: Check Out These “Cribs!”
Before you tell your kid there’s no money in being a ski bum, take a look at the fabulous homes of these famous Winter Olympians! It...

Doug Gamblin
Feb 9, 20222 min read
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