Geek's Number Talk: Santa Clara County Market Update

Continuing a trend we’ve been seeing since ringing in the new year, Santa Clara County house and condo sales volume was down in May compared to one year ago. This led to a jump in the median sales price and a dip in average days a property is spending on the market. We’ll see if this seller’s market keeps up in June, or if higher interest rates lead to a sales pause.

Chic vs. Geek: Modernize Your Move

We collaborate with Compass agents all across the country to help you find the home you’re looking for, no matter where you’re looking!

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Moving out of the area for family or career? With our referral network, we can help you find local agents wherever you want to call home. We’ll connect you with partners best suited for your needs, and we’ll strategize with them to get you the best value. Contact us to take advantage of the market in a different city.

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By the numbers, Compass is now the largest brokerage in America in terms of closed sales volume. In less than 10 years, we’ve expanded from one office to a nationwide presence. We know that success breeds success, and our award-winning Compass agents have been named the #1 brokerage by RealTrends!

Geek's Number Talk: As interest rates rise, the market falls.

With the Fed about to increase interest rates another three-quarters of a point, Wall Street is reacting, and not in a good way. The Dow Jones lost 876 points Monday — or nearly 3 percent — Nasdaq fell 4.7%, and the S&P 500 lost nearly 4%. Overall, the market is down 20% since January. Want to get more numbers? Have a listen to the PBS News Hour.

Chic vs. Geek: The Importance of Using a REALTOR®

While all REALTORS® have a real estate license, not all real estate agents are REALTORS®. So what makes a REALTOR®?

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REALTORS® are held to a higher standard of ethics, which makes all the difference when it comes to what could be the biggest financial transaction in your life. Like licensed attorneys, REALTORS® pledge themselves to a Code of Ethics and related Standards of Practice covering duties to Clients and Customers, duties to the Public, and duties to fellow REALTORS®. We are ready to serve you with the highest standards!

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Did you know? REALTOR® is a trademark of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and identifies a person who has voluntarily joined the NAR and subscribes to its Code of Ethics. REALTORS® are members of a national trade association and typically members of a state and local associations of REALTORS®, and agree to abide by the bylaws, rules, and regulations of those associations.