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In real estate, every client has a story ... and every home search has its own journey. Over the past few months, I’ve been working with a client whose mission was deeply personal: find the perfect home for his daughter. And not just any home. It needed to be in a very specific location, meet several unique needs, and align with a vision he’d been holding onto for years. That kind of search requires patience, persistence, and a willingness to wait for the right fit. And that’

This week’s story is about a buyer who reminded me that sometimes, the best moves start when you’re not really planning one. A few weeks ago, I got a message from someone who said, “Hey Marco, I’m not ready to buy yet, but I’ve been scrolling through listings and I’m just curious what’s out there.” That’s how a lot of my favorite client relationships begin. Not with pressure or urgency, but with curiosity. We decided to talk about what “just looking” really meant. Turns out,

Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones, and it’s easy to focus on the fun parts like finding the one , touring open houses, and imagining your furniture in a new space. But behind the excitement, there are a few hidden costs  that can surprise first-time buyers. Don’t worry, they’re completely normal and manageable when you plan ahead. Here’s what to expect (and how to budget smartly). 1. Earnest Money Deposit When you make an offer on a home, you’ll typically put

Hey friends, This week’s story is one that reminded me why I love what I do. A few months ago, I met a couple who had just started their home search. They were nervous. Not because they didn’t know what they wanted, but because they’d been outbid twice and were starting to lose hope. We sat down over coffee, and they told me, “We just want to feel like we’re not wasting our time.” I told them, “That’s exactly what I’m here for.” We made a plan ... updated their pre-approval,