January 2023 begins my 21st year in real estate.  Although I already had a broker license, in January 2012, I ventured out on my own as an independent real estate broker.There were many reasons I decided to become an independent real estate broker. Among them was the expectation that as an affiliate broker with a Big Box Brokerage, I was expected to do things that my moral and ethical compass would not do. Being an independent real estate broker is not for everyone. I get that. Neither is owning a brokerage and managing agents.  I get that too because it is not something I have ever wanted to do.The real estate marketing that has worked for me may not work for others.  Real estate agents are not one size fits all. Our personalities and styles are different. Adhering to real estate laws,... 01/31/2023

                                                             Sam Shueh                                                             BRG Realty                                                           San Jose, CA 95124                                        SamShuehRealtor at Gmail.com  (408) 425-1601We have seen a sharp increase in mortgage interest rates last few months. We have also experienced minute reduction in working force in Silicon Valley. What is not clear is the housing industry is still very active. What we do not see is homes still quickly sold over 25% as a few months ago. Rather most homes sellers still have more buyers than they know what to do. Unless homes are grossly overpriced offers come in without viewing.    As Feds appear to stall interest rate increase, people ... 02/05/2023