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Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Real Estate Market Update (May 15, 2020) - Spencer Hsu Tech Realtor Bay AreaLooking to move closer to your tech job at Google, Apple, Meta, or Nvidia?This new video breaks down the BEST neighborhoods in the Bay Area for couples and families working in Big Tech — whether your budget is under $2M or over $4M.Using an interactive map, Spencer shows how to align your commute, school quality, and home type — so you can make the smartest move without wasting time or energy.🚪 What’s Covered in the Video:• Where families working in tech are actually buying homes• Best areas fo...
2025-05-1512 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBest 55+ Community in the Bay Area? Inside The Villages San Jose Active Adult LifestyleLooking for a vibrant 55+ community in San Jose, California?Discover The Villages Golf & Country Club — one of Northern California’s most scenic and active adult communities. Join Spencer Hsu, Bay Area native and real estate expert, as he explores the lifestyle, housing options, and amenities that make The Villages a top pick for those ready to downsize, simplify, or just start their next chapter.Here’s what makes The Villages stand out:🏡 Master-Planned 55+ Community:Set on over 1,200 acres with 2,500+ homes, 5 residential zones, and 12 di...
2025-05-0727 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Housing Market CRASH Coming in 2025?🏠 If you knew home prices were dropping… would you still want to make a move?In this video, I break down what’s actually happening in the Bay Area housing market as of April 2025 — and what smart buyers and sellers are doing right now.From rising inventory to cooling prices and longer days on market, there are signs of a market shift. But it’s not all bad news. I’ll walk you through exactly how to navigate this turning point whether you’re looking to buy your dream home or sell for top dollar...
2025-04-1613 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateHow to get the CHEAPEST Mortgage Rates with your Investment Portfolio for Bay Area Real EstateAre you a Bay Area professional looking to make smarter financial moves when buying a home? In this exclusive interview, Spencer Hsu sits down with the experts at SyntheticFi to discuss how you can leverage your stock equity to unlock cheaper liquidity and save big on your next home purchase. 🚀Learn how SyntheticFi’s innovative approach helps you tap into your investment portfolio to secure funding for a home—without needing to sell off your assets. 💼💡 Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade, this video is packed with valuable tips to help you maximize...
2025-01-1544 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWhere should you move to in Newark California? | Google Map ReviewAre you considering a move to Newark, California? Join real estate expert Spencer Hsu as he delves deep into everything you need to know about this vibrant city in the Bay Area. With over 250 families assisted in finding their dream homes, Spencer and his team are your ultimate guides to navigating the Newark real estate market and beyond.In this video, Spencer breaks down the pros and cons of living in Newark, explores the city's layout using Google Maps, highlights exciting activities and amenities, and provides valuable insights into the local real estate market...
2024-05-0612 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateThe End of iBuying? | Bay Area Real Estate InsightsHave we seen the end of iBuying with the collapse of Zillow Offers and Redfin Now? While this technology took the industry by storm in the early '10s, as the market has contracted after the pandemic bump these companies have had to shutter their iBuying departments and lay off hundreds or thousands of employees. What went wrong? In this video, Spencer breaks down the history of iBuying and what the future holds for institutional buyers and sellers.If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in th...
2024-01-1707 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateSouth Santa Clara CA BEST Pros and Cons 2024 | Moving to Santa Clara | Bay Area Real EstateWelcome to another episode on Living in the Bay Area! In this video, we're exploring the BEST Pros and Cons of South Santa Clara, CA in 2024. If you're considering moving to Santa Clara or investing in Bay Area real estate, this video is a must-watch! 🌉-Spencer Hsu is a Bay Area Real Estate Agent, a Residential, New Home Construction and Relocations specialist with eXp Realty LLC. Serving the entire Bay Area. He aims to help busy professionals in the Bay Area tech industry find their dream homes by leveraging tech, data and local insights.
2024-01-0615 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWhere to live in the SF Bay Area? [TIPS FROM A BAY AREA NATIVE]🏠 Discover the best places to live in the SF Bay Area with Spencer Hsu, your Bay Area native and real estate expert!In this video, we'll explore San Francisco, Marin County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Alameda County (East Bay), and Contra Costa County. Learn why Bay Area home prices are the way they are, and get insider tips on commuting in the Bay Area. 🚗 We'll also help you find the perfect city to call home based on your unique criteria. Don't miss out on these valuable insights!
2024-01-0623 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateLos Altos CA BEST Pros and Cons 2024| Moving to Los Altos | Bay Area Real EstateWelcome to another episode on Living in the Bay Area - Spencer Hsu, MBA, Realtor! In today's video, we're exploring the BEST Pros and Cons of living in Los Altos, CA in 2024. If you're considering moving to Los Altos or just curious about the Bay Area real estate, this video is for you! -Spencer Hsu is a Bay Area Real Estate Agent, a Residential, New Home Construction and Relocations specialist with eXp Realty LLC. Serving the entire Bay Area. He aims to help busy professionals in the Bay Area tech industry find their dream...
2024-01-0612 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateNew Home Bargains: 6 Expert Tips for Unbeatable Deals on New Construction in 2024🏠 Spencer Hsu, your favorite Bay Area realtor, is back with another insightful video! Today, we're diving into six essential real estate tips for getting a fantastic deal on new construction homes. 🏗️ We'll cover everything from hiring a buyer's agent, builder's incentives, choosing the right model, cash incentives, design and upgrade credits, to lot premiums. 💰New construction homes can be a great investment for people looking for newer and less pricey alternatives to conventional housing but, buying them can seem a little tricky at times. This video will breakdown an easy step-by-step method to buy your very f...
2024-01-0504 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Living: 5 Life-Changing Reasons to Make the Move🌟 Unlock Success in Silicon Valley: The Smart Move to the Bay Area! 🚀Are you pondering your next career move? Wondering where the heart of the tech world beats strongest? Join me, Spencer Hsu, your Bay Area Real Estate Agent, as we delve into the top 5 reasons ambitious individuals choose Silicon Valley as their playground.🌐 1. Job Opportunities Galore!Silicon Valley isn't just a tech hub; it's a career launchpad! Discover why this region attracts the brightest minds and most innovative companies, offering unparalleled job opportunities to those ready to make their mark.👥 2. Ambitious Pe...
2024-01-0306 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateExploring Fremont, California: Pros and Cons of Living in this Quiet SuburbWelcome to Fremont, California, the hardware side of the Bay Area! I'm Spencer Hsu, a Bay Area Realtor and native, and in this video, I'll be your guide through the pros and cons of living in Fremont to help you decide if it's the right place for you.🏡 Diverse Housing Options:Fremont offers a diverse range of housing options, from cozy apartments to spacious townhomes and new condos under construction. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to upgrade, Fremont has something for everyone.📚 Top-notch Schools:Educ...
2024-01-0304 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Market Update March 2023 | Will Google Village Exist? | Dublin Fastest Growing City in CAIn this month’s Bay Area Market Update, Spencer reviews the latest with mortgage rates, builders, and more. He also looks at recent Bay Area news, such as the reports that Google Cloud employees have been asked to share desks amid sweeping cuts and that Google Village’s development partner, Lendlease, has trimmed its staff. Plus, what is the fastest growing city in California? Hint: It’s in the Bay Area.Listen to this live Q & A with Bay Area real estate guru Spencer Hsu to learn what will happen to Bay Area housing before the media report...
2023-03-0224 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBuying an Investment Property in the Bay Area | 2023 StrategyBuying an investment property in the Bay Area is no small task these days. It's important to be sure you know the details of current market conditions and understand what to do in difficult scenarios when they arise. Spencer Hsu represents hundreds of Bay Area real estate investors and has the inside knowledge you'll need when making bids and striking deals. Check out this webinar, where he discusses some of that information, then contact Spencer for representation.If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Ba...
2023-01-1844 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateLiving in the Bay Area California in 2023 - LIVE Q&A With Spencer HsuLiving in the Bay Area California 2023! Are you a current Bay Area resident or planning to move here? As we move into 2023, here are some recent news stories to be aware of. With construction costs up and higher interest rates, what’s going on with Bay Area building? And where does the Bay Area’s slim inventory leave potential first-time homebuyers? What does LinkedIn’s 2022 Workforce Report tell us about the state of the US economy heading in to 2023? Does anyone want to buy a house in 2023? Which Bay Area airport was named tops in the US by the WSJ? W...
2023-01-0745 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Home Wealth Surges During COVID | Bay Area Real Estate Market Update August 20, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.🗓 Want to schedule a time for a free consultation? Find a time that works for you! https://www.calendly.com/techrealtorOr, call us today at (408)223-5493. You can also visit us at https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/Bay Area Home Wealth Surges During COVID https://www.times...
2021-08-2019 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBurned Bay Area home lists for $850k?! Bay Area Real Estate Market Update August 13, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.🗓 Want to schedule a time for a free consultation? Find a time that works for you! https://www.calendly.com/techrealtorOr, call us today at (408)223-5493. You can also visit us at https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/Bay Area fire burned homehttps://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/bay...
2021-08-1317 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateFacebook Is Getting Into the Real Estate Business | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report July 16, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro(0:00)Facebook Is Getting Into the Real Estate BusinessAmazon, Apple Donate Millions of Dollars for Affordable HousingOlder tech workers may be leaving San Francisco, but the young and hungry — including those with startup dr...
2021-07-1620 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateLinkedin Cements Long-Term South Bay Presence | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report July 9, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:LinkedIn wheels and deals to cement long-term South Bay presence Longtime Bay Area brewery Gordon Biersch plans to stay in San Jose forever SF penthouse sells for highest condo price since pre-pandemic times SF office vacancy rises to 20%, highest level since 2003, despite more leasing activity ...
2021-07-0916 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateQ2 | Bay Area Real Estate Quarterly Market Data Review July 2021Every quarter, I analyze the data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in every quarter and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.🗓 Want to schedule a time for a free consultation? Find a time that works for you! https://www.calendly.com/techrealtor🌍Find your dream Bay Area home https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/🎙️Listen to my podcast: https://bit.ly/3bJx88📸Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bayareatech...🧑💼Let's connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerhsu/🛎Don’...
2021-07-0620 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateU.S. Housing Market Short 5.5 Million Homes | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report June 18, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro(0:00)US housing market is short 5.5 million homes, NAR says (0:15)https://www.housingwire.com/articles/us-housing-market-is-short-5-5-million-homes-nar-says/Homebuilder confidence falls to lowest level since August (2:24)https://www.housingwire.com/articles/homebuilder-confidence-falls-to-lowest-level-since-august/San Jose real estate...
2021-06-1821 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateRising Silicon Valley home prices aren't deterring buyers| Bay Area Real Estate Market Report June 4Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro(0:00)High-end home sales surge twice as fast as mid-priced homes (1:44)Golf course property deal bolsters Bay Area country club (1:57)SRI campus in Menlo Park may become a big mixed-use neighborhood (3:55) Fewer people a...
2021-06-0428 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateA Record High for Bay Area Home Prices! | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report May 21, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro(0:00)Bay Area home prices just hit a record high. Will the buying spree last? (0:35) Uber co-founder CloudKitchens venture pushes ahead in downtown San Jose (5:55)Development plans for nearly 1,000 condos, apartments headed to Union City council (8:13)
2021-05-2124 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBack to Remote Work Says Google! | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report May 7, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Google backtracks on office returns and will allow employees to work remotelyReal estate: Microsoft grabs big chunk of north San Jose landKilroy To Make $900 Million Speculative Bet That Bay Area Biotech Boom Outlasts PandemicApplied Materials...
2021-05-0713 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateLuxury-Home Sales Rising, Outpacing Affordable-Home Sales Immensely! | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report April 23, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:How the Biden capital gains tax proposal would hit the wealthy CNBC Bay Area COVID migration may be slower than expected East Bay mall to become mixed use site for housing, logistics center Sunnyvale real estate mega-deal makes...
2021-04-2317 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstatePurchase Mortgage Market Sees its Best Days | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report April 16, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro (0:00)Every major Bay Area city has seen home values go up in the pandemic. Except for oneBig NYC investors grab Fremont buildings with life science tenants NetApp will move headquarters to San Jose’s Santana Row
2021-04-1616 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateGOOGLE IS BACK THIS MONTH! | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report April 2, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro (0:00)Google joins tech's reopening wave with April return to office (0:26) Bay Area home sells for $1 million over asking price (2:05) Private mortgage insurance industry boomed in 2020 (6:08) What Biden's infrastructure plan does for housing (8:07) La...
2021-04-0215 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateSan Francisco’s Second Largest Sale EVER! | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report March 12, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area RealEvery week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro (0:00) Dropbox headquarters selling for $1.08 billion in San Francisco's second-largest sale ever (:01) Top 10 US Biopharma Clusters (1:49) COVID: East Bay Town Of Mou...
2021-03-1219 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateSan Francisco on the REBOUND! | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report March 5, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area RealEvery week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro (0:00) San Francisco Bay Area condo market showing signs of rebound (0:57) Which big city has California's most-overvalued homes? (2:47) Fry's Electronics collapse fre...
2021-03-0516 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateMillennials are driving US home sales! | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report February 26, 2021YouTube DescriptionEvery week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Millennials are driving US home sales (0:46) Home prices soared 10.4% in December year over year (2:05) Existing home sales are still too hot (3:35) Real estate: Investors buy Sun...
2021-02-2618 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateIt Costs THIS Much to Live in San Francisco/Bay AreaAre you planning or moving to the San Francisco Bay Area in the near future and thinking it may be out of your budget? Think again! I'm here to tell you that finding your dream home at your desired price point can be a reality, YOUR reality! 🤩I'll tell you just exactly how much it really costs to live in this amazing part of the world and just how far your budget can take you. Breaking down costs and average incomes while including scenarios, come take a look for yourself and start planning your mov...
2021-02-2306 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateSan Francisco is REELING, but where is everyone really going? | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report February 19, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro (0:00)Big Apple-leased building is under construction in Santa Clara (0:47) Salesforce to reduce office footprint permanently (2:25) Downtown San Francisco is reeling. More remote work could add to the pain (3:45) ...
2021-02-1916 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateSalesforce now allows PERMANENT remote work! | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report February 12, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro (0:00)Salesforce to allow remote or flexible work for most employees, with big implications for SF (0:32)https://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/Salesforce-to-allow-permanent-remote-work-for-15937086.phpOld Navy Inc. shuttering SF office, moving in with Gap (1:57)https://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/Gap-Inc-consolidating-SF-offices-moving-Old-Navy-15937053.phpGoogle touts affordable housing...
2021-02-1211 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateNew home sales HISTORICALLY HIGH in 2020 | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report February 5, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area RealEvery week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Intro (0:00)New home sales historically high in 2020 (0:55)WeWork to leave some Bay Area buildings in another blow to office market(3:44)
2021-02-0524 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBiden is SAVING homeowners who CAN'T PAY MORTGAGE! | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report January 22, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Prop 19 hopes to increase supply of CA homes for sale (1:04)San Jose, S.F. lead nation in plunging rent - while inland California sees most price growth (3:29)Biden's executive order will extend foreclosure moratorium (4:45)Mortgage forbearance rate continues...
2021-01-2219 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateUS Home Prices hit 14 year high | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report January 8, 2021Every week at 12PM PST, I analyze the news and data that can affect the Bay Area Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:San Francisco rent closes out the year down 27%https://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/SF-rent-closes-out-the-year-down-27-15845136.phpThe Bay Area's pandemic 'exodus' is real and led the country in 2020, says U-Haulhttps://www.radio.com/kcbsradio/news/local/u-haul-bay-area-pandemic-exodus-led-the-country-in-2020...
2021-01-0818 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWaymo expands in Mountain View | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report January 1, 2021Every week at 12 PM PST, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I analyze the news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and email me anytime if I can help! spencer@spencerhsu.com.Topics covered for the week:Waymo expands in Mountain View in one of 2020’s biggest Bay Area leaseshttps://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/Waymo-expands-in-Mountain-View-in-one-of-2020-s-15820442.phpNew Life Sciences Campus Planned for California’s Bay Area
2021-01-0124 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateTech giant Oracle leaves the Bay Area - Real Estate Market Update2021 Will be the year of the tech enabled agent | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report December 18, 2020https://www.housingwire.com/articles/2021-will-be-the-year-of-the-tech-enabled-agent/Amazon spend $200 million on San Francisco sitehttps://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/Amazon-spends-200-million-on-S-F-site-for-15801880.phpOracle move headquarters from Redwood City to Austinhttps://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/Oracle-to-move-headquarters-from-Redwood-City-to-15795539.phpLake Tahoe and Mountain House are on the 2021 hottest neghbourhoods listhttps://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/news/lake-tahoe-and-mountain-house-calif-are-2-of-the-hottest-neighborhoods-f...
2020-12-1820 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch & Learn Interview with Top Realtor Amy Kim (Chicago, IL)Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top real estate agent from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area! This week, we have Amy Duong Kim out from the Chicago, IL area.--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590
2020-11-2030 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Home Prices Hit New Record Sales | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report November 20, 2020Every week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and ask me anything!https://www.sfchronicle.com/business/networth/article/Bay-Area-home-prices-hit-another-record-and-sales-15734562.phpHuge industrial center eyed in south San Josehttps://www.mercurynews.com/2020/11/12/real-estate-huge-industrial-center-south-san-jose-tech-develop-amazon/One of the Bay Area's largest biotech landlords puts 1 million-square-foot Peninsula project togetherhttps://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2020/11/12/healthpeak-properties-peak-genentech-cove.htmlAirbnb IPO could...
2020-11-2016 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateShould you buy a home now? | Bay Area Real Estate Tip #29If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay Area home https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/🎙️ Listen to my podcast: https://redcircle.com/shows/bayarearealestate📸Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spencerhsure🧑💼 Let's connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerhsu🛎 Don’t forget to subscribe for the latest real estate tips and u...
2020-11-1703 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateFacebook expands again in Fremont | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report November 13, 2020Every week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and ask me anything!Facebook expands again in Fremonthttps://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/Facebook-expands-again-in-Fremont-as-big-tech-15717222.phpDropbox, Glassdoor list more S.F. office space for subleasehttps://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2020/11/09/sublease-space-dropbox-glassdoor-san-francisco.htmlAll loan types continued to experience drop in forebearancehttps://www.housingwire...
2020-11-1316 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch & Learn Interview with Top Realtor Jocelyn Lomahan (San Diego, CA)Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top real estate agent from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find y...
2020-11-1123 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch & Learn Interview with Top Realtor Linda Lee (San Diego, CA)Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top real estate agent from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find y...
2020-11-0521 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateSilicon Valley markets resilient during Covid | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report October 30, 2020Every week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and ask me anything!Bay Area Developer Seeking $750M Refi for Facebook Office Campushttps://commercialobserver.com/2020/10/bay-area-developer-seeking-750m-refi-for-facebook-office-campus/TMG’s 300 Lakeside Buy for PGE HQ Further Propels Oaklandhttps://www.tmgpartners.com/news/tmg-partners-acquires-future-oakland-pge-headquartersSilicon Valley office markets show resilience during Covid-19 pandemichttps://www.fintechsvjobs.co...
2020-10-3030 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch & Learn Interview with Top Realtor Job Hammond (Austin, TX)Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top real estate agent from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!This week, our guest is a Bay Area native that is now based in Austin, TX. Job Hammond is an accomplished real estate professional and association leader who has invested heavily in his education to the benefit of his clients and the industry as a whole. He currently serves...
2020-10-2830 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateInvestment Calculator between Bay Area & Austin Real Estate | Bay Area Real Estate Tip #26Every Tuesday, I go into detail about a question I frequently get asked. This week, I'm going to discuss what is the better long-term investment when it comes to buying properties.Click on the link below to get access to the Investment Calculator.https://forms.gle/enS92EzP52sWDdAGA---If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up...
2020-10-2716 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateGoogle adds 42,000 sq ft to SF office space | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report October 23, 2020Every week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and ask me anything!Google adds 42,000 sq ft to SF office spacehttps://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/Google-expands-S-F-office-despite-shift-to-15652058.phpBig downtown San Jose Mixed-use tower lands financial boosthttps://www.marinij.com/2020/10/21/real-estate-downtown-san-jose-tower-finance-tax-office-housing-retail/Blackstone buys Roku’s Silicon Valley office buildingshttps://therealdeal.com/2020/10/18/blackstone-buys-rokus-silicon-valley-office-buildings/...
2020-10-2321 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch & Learn with Top SF Listing Agent & Real Estate Coach Christopher Stafford (San Francisco, CA)Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top real estate agent from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!This week we have Christopher Stafford, who is a 25 year veteran listing agent and founder of The Agent Unleashed, a real estate agent mastermind/coaching group. You can find more about his program on his website: www.theagentunleashed.com/--If you’re interested in bu...
2020-10-2127 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch and Learn Interview with Top Realtor Bonnie Lai (Boston, MA)Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top real estate agent from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay A...
2020-10-1428 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateUpdated Google Village Downtown Mixed-Use Plan | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report October 9, 2020Every week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and ask me anything!New Google Village Downtown West Mixed-Use Plan Updateshttps://realestate.withgoogle.com/sanjose/updates/5232465839652864/downtown-west-updates-application-with-design-standards-and-guidelines/https://www.sanjoseca.gov/home/showdocument?id=43691Mortgage applications rise 4.6%https://www.housingwire.com/articles/mortgage-applications-rise-4-6/Opendoor discloses that it’s under federal investigationhttps://ww...
2020-10-0920 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch and Learn Interview with Top Realtor Alexander Phan (Portland, Oregon)Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top real estate agent from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay A...
2020-10-0831 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstatePending home sales at an all-time high! | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report October 2, 2020Every week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and ask me anything!Mortgage rates decline this weekhttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/mortgage-rates-decline-this-week/Pending home sales at an all-time high! Now what?https://www.housingwire.com/articles/pending-home-sales-at-an-all-time-high-now-what/Mortgage applications decline 4.8%https://www.housingwire.com/articles/mortgage-applications-decline-4-8/New home...
2020-10-0219 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateAmazon sinking $1.4 billion into new offices | Bay Area Real Estate Market Report September 24, 2020Every week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and ask me anything!The real reason Amazon is sinking $1.4 billion into new officeshttps://www.fastcompany.com/90543442/the-real-reason-amazon-is-sinking-1-4-billion-into-new-officesAverage mortgage rates tick up this weekhttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/average-mortgage-rates-tick-up-this-week/5 reasons mortgage rates will rise in 2021https://www.housingwire.com/articles/pulse-dave-stevens-5-reasons-why-mortgage-rates-are-going-to-rise-in-2021/
2020-09-2519 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWhat happens if your Bay Area home doesn’t sell? | Weekly Bay Area Real Estate Tip #21Every Tuesday, I go into detail a question I frequently get asked. This week, I'm going to walk you through what to do when your house refuses to sell.--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay Area home https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/🎙️ Listen to my podcast: https://redcircle.com/shows/b...
2020-09-2203 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch & Learn Interview with Top Insurance Agent Aaron ThachEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top agent from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay Area home ht...
2020-09-1636 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch and Learn Interview with Top Realtor David Shapiro (Austin, Texas)Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!Meet David Shapiro, investor, health nut, environmentalist, consumer champion and consummate professional. A self-made success who devotes his free time to fitness and friends, David finds motivation in helping his clients further their financial success through selecting the right real estate investments. Since purchasing his first property at the age of 20...
2020-09-0933 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateGoogle continues to expand | Bay Area Real Estate Market Update September 4, 2020Every week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and ask me anything!Google unveils massive commercial development in East Whismanhttps://www.mv-voice.com/news/2020/09/01/google-unveils-massive-mixed-use-housing-and-office-village-in-east-whismanOkta will let most of it’s 2,600 employees work from home. 1100 are in the Bay Areahttps://www.cnn.com/2020/08/27/tech/okta-permanent-remote/index.htmlAverage U.S. 30-year mortgage rate rises th...
2020-09-0423 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateGlass House Guide | Proptech Talk Thursday #4Welcome to my new PropTech Talk Thursday series to take a look and provide my candid thoughts on new Proptech businesses. This week we are interviewing Justin Cullifer, a technology professional and Founder of Glass House Guide. Glass House Guide is an Alexa voice tool that allows listing agents to provide more detail about the homes they are selling, and the buyers to have an honest companion as they go through their journey of purchasing a home. Their tool allows their agents to put custom information about their listings into their Alexa device, helping them close more deals and...
2020-09-0327 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch and Learn Interview with Top Realtor Huy Nguyen (Houston, Texas)Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay Area home ht...
2020-09-0229 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateRecord Year for New Home Sales | Bay Area Real Estate Market Update August 28, 2020Every week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and ask me anything!Foreclosure and Eviction Moratorium extended for the 3rd time to end of the yearhttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/fhfa-extends-foreclosure-and-eviction-moratorium-for-a-third-time-to-dec-31/Mortgage rates fall to 2.91%https://www.housingwire.com/articles/average-mortgage-rate-falls-to-2-91-freddie-mac/Refinance fee start date delayed to December 1https://www.housingwire.com...
2020-08-2819 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateHippo Insurance | Proptech Talk ThursdayHey everyone, Spencer Hsu here, your Tech Realtor of the Bay Area.Welcome to my new PropTech Talk Thursday series to take a look and provide my candid thoughts on new Proptech businesses. These could range from products to companies leveraging technology to improve all facets of real estate. The Real Estate industry is one of the slowest to adopt technology but there are many opportunities along with money chasing these opportunities. This week, let’s take a look at Hippo Insurance.Hippo Insurance, based in Palo Alto, CA, recently raised $150 million in...
2020-08-2704 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch and Learn Interview with Top Realtor Sonia Johnson (Boston, MA)Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay Area home ht...
2020-08-2623 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateShould you sell your Bay Area home before you buy? | Weekly Bay Area Real Estate Tip #17Every Tuesday, I go into detail a question I frequently get asked. Question of the week! Should you sell your Bay Area Home before you buy?--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay Area home https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/🎙️ Listen to my podcast: https://redcircle.com/shows/bayarearealestate...
2020-08-2503 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateRealtyMogul | Proptech Talk ThursdayIn this week’s Proptech Thursday, I will be talking about RealtyMogul, an online marketplace for real estate investing, connecting borrowers and sponsors to capital from accredited and institutional investors. Crowdfunding for real estate has attracted more investors into the commercial space and introduced more buyers. Learn more about how this company has changed commercial real estate investing in my newest Youtube video.--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@sp...
2020-08-2007 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBirmingham Alabama Top Real Estate Team Gusty Gulas (400+ homes a year) I Weekly Lunch and LearnEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!Gusty Galas became a Realtor in 2006. Fast forward to today, he averages 4-500 homes a year where the average price point is $230,000. Learn how he has scaled and how he will get to 1,000 homes a year!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in re...
2020-08-1936 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateSan Francisco Mass Exodus?!Well, this was unexpected. Surprise video for Monday! At least 5 people have sent me the incredible chart of how much inventory levels have increased in San Francisco by over 100% in 5 months. Let's look into it and see what this means.If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay Area home https://www.home...
2020-08-1709 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateAsheville North Carolina Realtor Clarissa Marshall I Weekly Real Estate Lunch and LearnEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay Area home ht...
2020-08-1224 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateSouthwest Florida Realtor Realtor Suzanne Vasbinder (100 transactions +year) | Weekly Lunch and LearnEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!This week I am delighted to have Suzanne Vasbinder from Cape Coral who has been in the business for 8 years and does over 100 transactions a year!She can be reached at (239) 357-8787 or on her website http://www.suzannevasbinder.comShe...
2020-08-0528 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateLynchburg Virginia Realtor Renee Ruth ($12M+year) | Weekly Lunch and LearnEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!This week I am delighted to have Renee Ruth who was previously a university professor for 15 years before getting into real estate. While her average price point is $250k, she does 5 transactions on average a month for more than $12M a year! Learn how she got started as she has only...
2020-07-2940 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateNew Jersey Real Estate Team Brett Sikora ($100M+year) | Weekly Lunch and LearnEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area!This week I am delighted to have Brett Sikora who does over $100M+ a year out of New Jersey! Learn more about the local market and how he handles this amount a year!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in re...
2020-07-2243 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Real Estate Market Update July 17, 2020 | Kitchen upgrades? Everyone wants a Home OfficeEvery week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly and ask me anything!Mortgage Rate below 3% for the first timehttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/average-u-s-mortgage-rate-falls-below-3-for-the-first-time/Mortgage applications increase by 5% https://www.housingwire.com/articles/mortgage-applications-increase-5-from-last-week/Share of mortgage loans in forbearance drops for 4th week in a row.https://www.housingwire.com/articles/share-of-mortgage-loans-in-forbearance-falls-for-the-fourth-week-in-a-row/#
2020-07-1723 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstatePalm Beach Real Estate with Mega Agent Paul Sapertstein | Weekly Wednesday Lunch and LearnEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area! Tune in LIVE at https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/video/ if you want to ask any questions!This week I am delighted to have Paul Sapertstein who does over 300 listings a year! Learn more about the local market and how he handles this amount a year!--...
2020-07-1532 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBelize Real Estate with Kate Corrigan | Weekly Wednesday Lunch and LearnEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area! Tune in LIVE at https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/video/ if you want to ask any questions!This week I am delighted to have Kate Corrigan who moved from the UK to Belize 10 years ago! Learn more about the local market and get your own beachfront property!...
2020-07-0835 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateThank you for an Amazing First Half of 2020I made a short video with my personal updates over the last 6 months and to thank you all for tuning in and trusting me with your real estate decisions.--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today!📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhsure🌍 Find your dream Bay Area home https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/🎙️ Listen to my podcast: https://r...
2020-07-0204 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateLearn all about Miami Beach Florida with Kathrin Rein! Solo Realtor doing $50M a year!Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area! Tune in LIVE at https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/video/ if you want to ask any questions!This week I am delighted to have Kathrin Rein from Miami Beach Florida come on my show. She has been in the business for 8 years and does over $50M a year in production as a so...
2020-07-0140 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateLearn all about Omaha Nebraska with Jamie Flanagan! 100 transactions a year!Every Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce a top Realtor from all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and the economic drivers of an area! Tune in LIVE at https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/video/ if you want to ask any questions!This week I am delighted to have Jamie Flanagan from Omaha Nebraska come on my show. She has been in the business for 11 years and does over $25M a year in production with just one bu...
2020-06-2431 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateRenting vs Buying a Silicon Valley Home CalculatorEvery Tuesday, I go into detail a question I frequently get asked. When does it make sense to rent vs buy? Should I ever buy if I live at home or have a rent controlled apartment?The biggest mistake I see people make is not factoring the increase in rent over the years along with long term appreciation of the Bay Area. You can see that if you plan to live in the Bay Area for 2-3 years, it makes financial sense to do so. If you are transient or don't play to stay...
2020-06-2316 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Silicon Valley Real Estate Market Update June 19, 2020Every week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. I look into news and data that can affect the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market. Tune in weekly!Another week, another record low mortgage ratehttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/mortgage-rates-tumble-to-another-all-time-low/Foreclosure extension another 2 months through end of August 31, 2020https://www.housingwire.com/articles/fha-extends-foreclosure-and-eviction-moratorium-again/Purchase applications reach highest level in over 11 yearshttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/purchase-applications-reach-highest-level-in-over-11-years/...
2020-06-1924 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Market Update: Sedona and ClevelandEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I interview and introduce 1-2 top producers all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and how they are shifting their business. Tune in LIVE at https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/video/ if you want to ask any questions!This week I am delighted to have two amazing ladies who represent Cleveland Ohio and Sedona Arizona.Kris Anderson - Sedona, ArizonaDanielle Dooley - Cleveland, Ohio
2020-06-1042 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateAre Tech jobs leaving the Bay Area? Impact of Work from Home for Real EstateEvery Tuesday, I go into detail a question I frequently get asked. This week I cover what impact new work from home policies will do for Bay Area Real Estate.Things have already played out and we are seeing trends of outflow from San Francisco. While people are leaving San Francisco to other states, they are also moving to the suburbs of the Bay Area. This is why we see very strong demand in other locations. I suspect SF will rebound over time as things start to open up again but for now, there...
2020-06-0910 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Market Update June 5, 2020 - Spencer Hsu, RealtorEvery week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. Tune in weekly!Surprise Job Surgehttps://www.cnbc.com/2020/06/05/jobs-report-may-2020.htmlStock market, S&P Index just had it’s best 50 days everhttps://www.cnn.com/2020/06/04/investing/premarket-stocks-trading/index.html3 mortgage lenders pump up hiring, hiring thousands of peoplehttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/three-mortgage-leaders-pump-up-the-hiring-volume/#Mortgage applications are a big indicator of future demand. Spike 18% over last year....
2020-06-0530 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch and Learn with Darcy McLeod Vancouver CanadaEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I will interview and introduce 1-2 top producers all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and how they are shifting their business. Tune in via Facebook Live either on my personal FB page or Youtube Live athttps://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/video/This week I am delighted to have top Realtor Darcy McLeod from Vancouver!Topics discussed: Darcy's annual productionHow is the real...
2020-06-0344 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWhat is the value of a Realtor? Silicon Valley Real Estate Agent Spencer HsuThis week I cover: What is the value of a Realtor in today's environment?The real estate industry continues to get attacked by all fronts from technology and disgruntled consumers. Make no mistake, it’s incredibly easy to get a real estate license as anyone that spends 2 months can become a Realtor. While the bar to get in is very low, the bar to do well is extremely hard. So what is the value of a Realtor today?Think about the journey today. Consumer websites like Zillow, Trulia and Re...
2020-06-0210 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateSilicon Valley Real Estate Market Update May 29, 2020 - Spencer Hsu RealtorEvery week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate. Tune in weekly!Bay Area Counties reopeningMortgage rates hit all time lowPurchase applications were 6.7% higher than a year ago50% more pending sales than in AprilSummer is the new home-buying seasonSan Mateo and Santa Clara Data Market ReportA look into SF prices and thoughts--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial re...
2020-05-2917 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch and Learn: Orange County and Austin MarketsEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I will interview and introduce 1-2 top producers all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and how they are shifting their business. Tune in LIVE! https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/video/This week I am delighted to have two rockstars who represent Orange County and Austin, Texas.Daniel and Christine MorganOrange CountyDouglas Elliman(949) 910-1042Christine Chau...
2020-05-2748 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateShould I buy a HOME in 2020? (Low interest rates) Silicon Valley Real EstateEvery Tuesday, I answer a question I get from my clients in greater detail. Should you buy a home in 2020?While there will always be uncertainty, consider all of the things that will still happen if you don't make a move.1) Rent will continue to chip away to your savings2) Your need of space due to Work from home policies are still there3) Missed long term appreciation of the homeNo one can truly predict the future and fortunately no...
2020-05-2610 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateSan Mateo & Santa Clara County Real Estate Market Update May 22, 2020 - Spencer Hsu Bay Area RealtorEvery week I go over headline articles that can impact the market and share my thoughts. I also look into the data of the week in greater detail.Mortgage Rate continues to approach near all time lowHousing Demand Surges 16.5% beyond pre-shelter levelsMilpitas and Berryessa BART Stations will Open June 13Linkedin Data shows US job hiring may have hit bottom in mid AprilFacebook plans to shift up to half of employees to Remote Work over the next 10 yearsFacebook Willow Village Project...
2020-05-2225 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Real Estate Lunch and Learn: Palm Beach and San Diego MarketsEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I will interview and introduce 1-2 top producers all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and how they are shifting their business. Tune in LIVE! https://www.homesbyspencerhsu.com/video/This week I am delighted to have two rockstars who represent the Palm Beach Florida and San Diego regions. Taryn Pisaneschi and Melissa Huk!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or...
2020-05-201h 00
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Real Estate Market Update (May 15, 2020) - Spencer Hsu, RealtorEvery week I go over headline articles that can impact the market and share my thoughts. I also look into the data of the week in greater detail.Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac extend Foreclosure and eviction freeze until end of Junehttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/fannie-mae-freddie-mac-hud-extend-foreclosure-and-eviction-freeze/Borrowers in forbearance can defer all missed payments until the end of the loanhttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/fannie-mae-freddie-mac-borrowers-in-forbearance-can-defer-all-missed-payments-until-the-end-of-their-loan/Mortgage applications rise againhttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/mortgage-applications-for-home-purchases-increase/
2020-05-1534 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateWeekly Lunch and Learn: Reno and Sacramento MarketsEvery Wednesday at 12PM PST, I will interview and introduce 1-2 top producers all across the country to hear about how they got into the business, what they are seeing with real estate impacts with COVID, and how they are shifting their business.This week I am delighted to have two rockstars who represent the Sacramento and Reno regions. Matthew Stewart from Sacramento. Jen Colley and Michelle Goode from Reno.A bit about Jen ColleyPledge to Clients: It is my goal to serve my clients with...
2020-05-131h 02
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateClosing Costs Explained on Buying a House (Real Estate in the Bay Area)Bay Area Tech Realtor Spencer Hsu explains and clarifies what you should expect for Closing Costs for home purchases in the Bay Area.0:00 Intro2:35 Debits and Credits Explained4:00 Deposit, Loan Amount and Funds to Close Explained4:52 Prorations / Adjustments Explained6:30 Loan Charges Explained8:45 Title & Escrow Explained14:20 Government Charges ExplainedIf you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today! 📧Spencer@spencerh...
2020-05-1218 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateGet to know Spencer Hsu Agent Interview and why EXP with Avant Real EstateI had a great opportunity to be interviewed by my partners at Avant Real Estate. If you are interested to hear about how I got started and how I went from $0 to $22M in 16 months of being a Realtor, or why I joined EXP Realty, tune in!--If you’re interested in buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial real estate in the 📍SF Bay Area, contact me today! 📧Spencer@spencerhsu.com📞 (408) 547-4590 ⏰ Set up a time to chat: https://calendly.com/spencerhs...
2020-05-091h 13
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Real Estate Market Update (May 8, 2020) - Spencer Hsu, RealtorEvery week, I go over news that can affect Bay Area Real Estate.0:40 Forebearance: Homeowners will not owe lump sum paymentshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/alyyale/2020/04/27/fannie-and-freddie-homeowners-will-not-owe-lump-sum-payments-after-forbearance/#348f7f024ee42:47 Latest Mortgage Activityhttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/average-mortgage-rate-is-3-basis-points-from-all-time-low-2/https://www.housingwire.com/articles/refinancings-may-hit-a-7-year-high/Non-QM products coming back. Initially shut in early Aprilhttps://www.housingwire.com/articles/non-qm-lending-inching-back-into-the-market/7:15 The return of the Ibuyershttps...
2020-05-0825 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real Estate6 Home Renovations That INCREASE Property Value for Resale - Bay Area Tips with Spencer Hsu, Realtor6 Home Renovations That INCREASE Property Value for ResaleBay Area Tech Realtor Spencer Hsu talks about the best home improvement tips, to help you sell your home for top dollar before listing the property for sale. 0:51 - Paint2:25 - Landscaping3:32 - Flooring5:37 - Bathroom Remodel6:48 - Lighting 7:56 - Kitchen RemodelLooking for a real estate agent in your city? I have a network of top producing agents around the country. Email me and I can...
2020-05-0511 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Real Estate Market Update (May 1, 2020) - Spencer Hsu, RealtorCheck out a recording of my latest weekly market update.https://youtu.be/cPem2xORPXI1) 0:42 Shelter in place extended but certain rules relaxed. Starting May 4https://bit.ly/3aSmPOI2) 3:30 Loan applications jump 12% week over weekhttps://bit.ly/2YqHlTJ3) 4:54 Facebook ad earning stabilized in Aprilhttps://cnb.cx/2Sq2GsU4) 6:36 HELOCs at Wells Fargo and Chase no longer available.Tightening of the credit marketshttps://cnb.cx/3...
2020-05-0112 min
Bay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area Real Estate Crash Coming? A comparison of 2008 vs 2020 - Spencer Hsu, RealtorEvery Tuesday, I post a topic of questions I commonly get from clients. The most commonly asked question is whether this recession will be as bad as 2008 for the real estate market which I give a strong no.It's important to understand what happened in the past. Politics aside,homeowners were overleveraged. 1) Banks knew the properties they had to absorb had no equity so they wanted to get it off the books as fast as possible 2) Loans were too easy to get so people were buying way more properties than they should've...
2020-04-2821 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateHow do you determine the market value of a home? Bay Area Real Estate Tips with Spencer Hsu, RealtorI created a weekly FAQ series since I'm sure others may want to know the answers to questions I commonly get. I strongly believe that real estate is a mix of emotion and data which is why I made this specific video as to how I work with my clients to determine the market value of a home. This is 1 of 4 components of a home value but it gives you the data angle of my formula.List price is a marketing tactic and is irrelevant whether you should feel you got a deal or...
2020-04-2021 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateBay Area and Boston Real Estate Market Update (April 17, 2020) -- Spencer Hsu, RealtorCheck out my weekly live show! Here are the things covered this week with Christie Xie out of Boston. She can be reached at cxie@nuage.group and/or (617)678-38891:55 Market Update Boston11:47 Market Analysis of San Mateo Countyhttps://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/...19:52 Boston local protocols21:39 Bay Area Local Protocols26:24 New Marketing Best Practices28:05 When do you believe Shelter in place will end?34:20 Airbnb and rentals37:43 Market Outlook and StrategyHave any...
2020-04-1742 minBay Area Real Estate News, Insights, Market Data, and Strategies | Spencer Hsu Real EstateHow do you Buy a Home in the Bay Area? - 7 Key Steps with Spencer Hsu Real EstateHomebuying can be daunting but with the right education, there are 7 key steps to go from idea to home ownership. Whether this is your first time, or this is your 5th time, I'm sure you will learn things from my approach that you won't from others.7 Critical steps to buying a home in the Bay Area0:55 Step 1 What is your motivation?2:43 Step 2 Talk to a lender and get pre-approved5:24 Step 3 Begin the search and discovery6:28 Step 4 Check out specific houses8:31 Step 5 Strategize on an...
2020-04-1518 min