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Is a Home Security System Worth the Investment?
Home security system is a pretty hefty investment, that is why it's wise to do your research before you invest. Home Security Systems include both house security as well as personal security. This kind of security comprises of door locks, alar...
Buying My First Home: What Do I Need to Know?
Buying a first home is very complicated but should be rewarding in the end. Buying your first home comes with many critical decisions. Here are steps you should consider to ensure your buying experience goes as smooth as possible. Be an e...
Maintaining Human Connections in a Digital World
Maintaining human connections in a digital world continues to be extremely relevant as we all navigate through the digital world. Maintaining human connections to our clients is of utmost importance. Compass is a technology-driven company,...
Online Home Searching Tips
Online home searching is becoming one of the fastest-growing sources of qualified buyers in the real estate market. In this day and age, online home searching is inevitable for anyone starting to search for a new home. Searching for a new ...
What is Causing the Bay Area Housing Shortage?
The Bay Area housing shortage is causing prices to keep rising. Let's explore the factors that are causing the shortage. Bay Area housing shortage factors: Low-interest rates. The demand for homes due to shelter-from-home orders an...
SF Real Estate Trends & Insights
Real estate trends are constantly changing. It's important to check out what real estate trends are happening. The real estate trends of 2021 prove that there will still be a good time for home sellers. It's hard to believe that more than ...
What is the Internet of Things?
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a system of devices that transfer data over a network without requiring human interaction. IoT stands for the Internet of Things. The term “Things” refers to devices that we use in our daily lives. The g...
Property Transfer Tax: Avoid Tax Surprises
A transfer tax is a tax on the passing of title to property from one person to another. If you’re a California seller, you may notice that a chunk of transaction costs are going to transfer taxes. So what are these fees? In California, t...