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2026 US Housing Market Forecast: Will the Market Find Its Footing?

Will 2026 finally bring buyers and sellers back off the sidelines? With forecasts ranging from modest to robust growth, the housing market appears to be thawing after years of uncertainty. Mortgage rates are expected to ease slightly, inventory may improve, and price growth is slowing to more normal levels—signs that the market is transitioning out of the pandemic era and into a more balanced rhythm....

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Cari Gennarelli & Hilary Davis

How a Lifetime of Local Knowledge and Creative Problem-Solving Transformed a Real Estate Career

Cari Gennarelli brings more than real estate expertise to every client relationship — she brings lifelong Marin County roots, calm problem-solving, and a genuine belief that real estate is about people, not transactions. With a background spanning property management, construction, and design, Cari guides buyers and sellers with clarity, creativity, and a commitment to building relationships that last well beyond closing....

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Ready to Buy or Sell a Home? Here Are 5 Key Factors in Choosing the Right Agent

Choosing the right real estate agent can make a meaningful difference in your buying or selling experience. From local market knowledge and communication style to negotiation skills and trust, these five key factors will help you feel confident partnering with an agent who truly supports your goals and guides you smoothly through every step of the process....

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5 Roadblocks To Affordable Homeownership (And Ways To Move Past Them)

Affordable homeownership can feel out of reach, but many common obstacles are more manageable than they appear. From rising interest rates and limited inventory to credit concerns and upfront costs, this article outlines five key roadblocks — along with practical strategies to help buyers move forward with clarity and confidence....

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Home-Related Tax Deductions

Homeownership comes with potential tax benefits that many buyers and sellers overlook. From mortgage interest and property taxes to energy-efficient improvements and home office deductions, understanding which expenses may be deductible can help you plan smarter and make informed financial decisions related to your home....

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7 Common Homebuyer Regrets (And How To Avoid Them)

Most new homebuyers don't regret becoming homeowners. In fact, according to a survey by LendingTree, 80% of recent buyers who successfully overcame a challenging housing market say they're glad they found their current homes.1 But that doesn't mean newly-minted homeowners don't have any regrets about their buying choices. ...

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