I write about what my clients actually ask me — how to price your home, what to expect during inspections, whether now is the right time to buy, and what makes Sacramento’s best neighborhoods stand out. If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Pocket-Greenhaven, Land Park, South Land Park Curtis Park, East Sacramento, West Sacramento and beyond- you’ll find real answers here.
By Katie Butler | February 2026 If you spend any time on social media or cable news, you've probably seen the headlines: "California exodus continues!" or "Hundreds of thousands flee the Golden State!" And the data backs it up — sort of. Th...
By Katie Butler | February 2026 It's one of the first questions I hear from almost every seller: "Do I need to make repairs before selling my home, or can we just sell it as-is?" After 12 years of selling homes in Sacramento — and sitting t...
By Katie Butler | February 11, 2026 If you've been waiting on the sidelines hoping for lower mortgage interest rates before buying or selling a home in Sacramento, you're not alone. It's the number one question I hear from clients right now: "...
The real estate industry has been in the headlines lately with changes stemming from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement. Many buyers are hearing that they might now be “on their own” when it comes to representation—or...
By Katie Butler When people ask me why they should buy a home, I usually hear them frame the question in purely financial terms — "Is it a good investment?" or "Am I better off renting and investing the difference?" Those are fair questio...
These days it seems like everyone is a Realtor® and you likely know several! But, there is a big difference between someone who has their real estate license and a true Real Estate Professional who works in real estate full time and runs the...
To start off, my name is Kelley, I’m wrapping up my first year of college, and I’ve been Katie’s intern since January of 2023. I discovered the world of real estate my junior year of high school and since then, I decided I wanted to pursu...
Remodeling a kitchen can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be overwhelming. There are so many decisions to make, from the layout and finishes to the appliances and lighting. To ensure a successful kitchen remodel, it's ...
This is an article I wrote for the Masters Club organization for Sacramento Association of Realtors. Masters Club is the top 10% of Realtors. As Masters Club members, I’m sure most of us feel blessed and fortunate. The Holiday Season tends...
After nearly a decade of selling at a high level in this business, I can confidently say that 99% of sellers will obtain a higher sales prices (and more importantly a higher net!) if they do these 3 things. They are all very simple, and yet, ...