top of page
From the desk of Meghan Diehl Walnut Creek Realtor
Search


More Jobs and Better Pay Leads to More Buyer Demand
There’s been talk about a recession for quite a while now. But the economy has been remarkably resilient. Why? One reason is employment...
mdiehl8
Aug 31, 20232 min read


Gen Z: The Next Generation Is Making Moves in the Housing Market
Generation Z (Gen Z) is eager to put down their own roots and achieve financial independence. As a result, they’re turning to...
mdiehl8
Aug 29, 20232 min read


People Want Less Expensive Homes – And Builders Are Responding
In today’s housing market, there are two main affordability challenges impacting buyers: mortgage rates that are higher than they’ve been...
mdiehl8
Aug 24, 20232 min read


Real Estate Pros’ Staging Checklist for Sellers
August 14, 2023 Working With Sellers, Staging, Design & Architecture By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Find out the project's agents most...
mdiehl8
Aug 22, 20231 min read


5 Outdoor Projects That Pay Off the Most
July 19, 2023 | Remodeling, Design & Architecture, Design Trends What pays off the most when it comes to curb appeal? Ninety-two percent...
mdiehl8
Aug 17, 20231 min read


6 Ways to Help Home Buyers Compete With Investors
August 9, 2023 Residential Real Estate | By: Eric Bramlett With cash deals accounting for more than a quarter of the real estate market,...
mdiehl8
Aug 15, 20233 min read


How To Know If You’re Ready to Buy a Home
Keeping Current Matters Blog If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy a home, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re...
mdiehl8
Aug 10, 20233 min read


Experts Share The Best Tips And Trends To Set Up A Homework Space
Jamie Gold Contributor Millions of American children and teens are heading back to school this season. While much of their academic...
mdiehl8
Aug 8, 20235 min read


Chic Ceramics: 5 Times Bathroom Tiles Positively Dominated the Design
By Larissa Runkle | Jul 28, 2023 Larissa Runkle is a writer and editor living in the San Juan mountains of Colorado. Her work focuses on...
mdiehl8
Aug 3, 20233 min read


NAR Economist: ‘Housing Recession Is Over’
Contract signings picked up the pace last month, and home buyers are increasingly facing multiple offer situations. NAR releases its...
mdiehl8
Aug 1, 20233 min read


San Francisco's Ultimate 2023 Summer Bucket List
Get outside, SF! Summer has arrived in the Bay Area. 😎 by San Francisco Bucket List It’s summertime in San Francisco, and our favorite...
mdiehl8
Jul 27, 20238 min read


Foreclosure Numbers Today Aren’t Like 2008If you've been keeping up with the news lately, you've
If you've been keeping up with the news lately, you've probably come across headlines talking about the increase in foreclosures in...
mdiehl8
Jul 25, 20233 min read


Bring In Calming Vibes: 5 Instagram-Inspired Ways To Do Beautiful Blue in Your Kitchen
By Larissa Runkle| Jul 14, 2023 Some colors are just meant to inhabit certain spaces of our home. And while blue is often cited as a...
mdiehl8
Jul 20, 20233 min read


How Remote Work Expands Your Homebuying Horizons
Even as some companies transition back into the office, remote work remains a popular choice for many professionals. So, if you currently...
mdiehl8
Jul 18, 20232 min read


How Long Does a Pre-Approval for a Mortgage Last? Understanding the Timeline
Published on June 23, 2023, | by Marissa Crum When it comes to buying a home, obtaining a mortgage pre-approval is an essential step in...
mdiehl8
Jul 13, 20233 min read


Home Maintenance Checklist to Avoid Costly Repairs
Many homeowners have anxiety when it comes to maintaining their home, a survey shows. Here’s a breakdown of the top projects. July 3,...
mdiehl8
Jul 11, 20236 min read


Where Will You Go If You Sell? Newly Built Homes Might Be the Answer.
Do you want to sell your house, but hesitate because you’re worried you won’t be able to find your next home in today’s market? You’re...
mdiehl8
Jul 6, 20232 min read


Evaluating Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer Matters More Today
When it comes to buying a home, especially with today’s affordability challenges, you’ll want to be strategic. Mortgage rates impact how...
mdiehl8
Jul 5, 20232 min read


5 Solid Reasons To Buy a House Now, Despite High Rates—and 2 Reasons To Wait
By Meera Pal | Jun 27, 2023 Warm weather usually brings out the barbecues, beach trips, and homebuyers in droves. But for this particular...
mdiehl8
Jun 28, 20236 min read


What Is a Buyer’s Market—and What Does It Mean If You’re Buying, Selling, or Just Looking?
By Terri Williams | Jun 1, 2023 As you might have guessed, a buyer’s market favors homebuyers, not sellers. But what, exactly, does that...
mdiehl8
Jun 8, 20233 min read
bottom of page





