Why Nevada County Homes Are Selling Closer to Asking Price
If you've been watching Nevada County real estate from the sidelines, you might assume sellers are still slashing prices to get offers, or that buyers can lowball their way into a deal. The Metrolist MLS numbers I pull every month tell a different story. Nevada County homes are selling closer to ask
What the Data Shows About Days on Market in Nevada County
Photo credit: Unsplash Every few weeks a client asks me some version of the same question: is the market speeding up or slowing down? The honest answer is that days on market Nevada County buyers and sellers are dealing with right now looks completely different depending on which month, and which to
Does Your Nevada County Home Need Backup Power? What Buyers Should Ask
If you have toured homes in Grass Valley or Nevada City this summer, you have probably heard the term PSPS. Pacific Gas and Electric shut off power to thousands of Nevada County customers already this year to reduce wildfire risk, most recently during a high wind event that hit Nevada, Yuba, and But
5 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Realtor in Nevada County
I get asked some version of the same question almost every week: how do I know I am picking the right agent? It is a fair question, and honestly, more people should ask it before they sign anything. Choosing a realtor in Nevada County is not the same as choosing one in a big flat suburb where every
Downsizing in Nevada County: What to Weigh Before You Sell the Big House
Downsizing in Nevada County: What to Weigh Before You Sell the Big House Meta description: Thinking about downsizing in Nevada County? Here's what to consider on timing, single-story living, and where empty nesters are actually buying, before you list. (530) 489-4892. I get some version of the same
The Staging Choices That Actually Help Sell Your Nevada County Home
The Staging Choices That Actually Help Sell Your Nevada County Home Meta description: Staging done right can shave weeks off your time on market in Nevada County. Here's what actually moves buyers, room by room, versus what's just for show. (530) 489-4892. Sellers ask me some version of this questio
Do Nevada County School Ratings Really Affect Home Values?
I get this question more than almost any other from buyers with kids: how much do Nevada County school ratings really matter to home values here? It's a fair question. National studies show homes near highly rated schools can sell for a real premium, so it makes sense that buyers want to know how ou
Is a Home Warranty Worth It When Selling in Nevada County?
Every seller I work with in Nevada County eventually asks me the same question: is a home warranty worth it when selling my house? It's a fair question here, where a lot of our inventory sits on wells and septic systems, has an HVAC unit installed a decade or two ago, or comes with a water heater no
Is a Pre-Listing Inspection Worth It Before You Sell in Nevada County?
Every seller I work with eventually asks me the same question: should I pay for my own inspection before I even list the house? A pre-listing home inspection in Nevada County typically costs $250 to $700, and in a market where homes are selling close to full price and fairly fast, I think it is one
