In the feeding frenzy for homes in the past couple years, the majority of offers had no appraisal, no loan and no inspection contingency. This favored the Seller and truly became the norm. Meaning, the Buyer was willing to buy a home "as-is" with no way out of the deal. With the slow down in the market over the past few months, we are seeing contingencies come back. The purchase contract has a 17-day default period written into it to allow a Buyer to investigate, which can be

Did you know since the Covid-19 pandemic hit and estimated 3 million Americans retired earlier than originally planned? It would appear with this many 55+ individuals exiting the workforce that more seniors would be involved downsizing, upsizing, relocating or selling their investments. But, oddly, although the numbers or retirees have increased, there were fewer choosing to move. For the first time in 5 years, American retirees selling or buying property has gone down. Yet,

ANTIOCH: JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Fireworks & All-Day Fest. A pancake breakfast begins the fun-filled day. BENICIA: JULY 3: July 3rd Torchlight Parade. A hometown, community tradition along First Street. JULY 3: July 3rd Drone Light Show: Carquinez Straits Waterfront. Hosted by Pedrotti Ace Hardware & follows Torchlight Parade. JULY 4: July 4th Picnic & Fireworks. "With arts and crafts, delicious hot food, live entertainment & children's activities." BERKELEY: JULY 4: July

FOR WALNUT CREEK RESIDENTS ONLY! Need a ride? Out of groceries? Have a doctor appointment? Want to visit a friend or family? The City's Senior Program has their Minibus back on the road, by popular demand. Must be a member of the Transportation Program or the Walnut Creek Seniors Club. Ride passes purchased at Civic Park Community Center or by calling 925-943-5852. #walnutcreekseniorprogram #supportingseniors #realestate #localrealtor #listings #daynasellshomes #daynawilsonre

GOLDEN AGER HAPPY HOUR: I love being connected and supporting seniors in our community, so much so that I sponsor the Senior Section in the Lafayette Social Magazine. Here we are being social outdoors at the Golden Ager Happy Hour in Moraga! Anyone is welcome. Next Happy Hour - Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. Where: Hollie’s Homegrown in Lafayette at 998 Moraga Road, Lafayette, CA 94549 in the Plaza Park green area. RSVP: https://lafayettesocial.com/events/ I will see yo