Introducing Clinton Higginbotham: The LubaSF Team’s Part-Time Prodigy
When I decided to bring on an assistant to help with the many moving parts of real estate, it didn’t take long to think of the perfect person—Clinton Higginbotham. Clinton isn’t just any assistant; I’ve known him since he was in kindergarten. I’ve watched him grow into a driven, sharp, and curious young man, and now he’s a part-time member of the LubaSF team while finishing his senior year at Sacred Heart Cathedral in San Francisco.
Smarter Deals, Happier Clients: Let’s Talk Commission Strategies
Let’s clear something up right away: this isn’t about short-changing anyone or pulling a fast one on the system. It’s about structuring deals in a way that makes financial sense for everyone involved—buyer, seller, and yes, even the buyer’s agent. But let me tell you, explaining this to some buyer’s agents has been… an experience.
Ringing in 2025: 10 Absolutely Zany Predictions for San Francisco Real Estate Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! With 2024 in the rearview mirror, it’s time to look ahead—and what better way to kick off 2025 than with some wild predictions for San Francisco real estate? Forget market trends and data-driven analysis—this is all about embracing the absurd. Will these happen? Probably not. But hey, anything’s possible in a city as unpredictable as ours!
Selling Stories: Neighborhood Changes – For Better or Worse
Neighborhood transformations can sometimes be thrilling. Think new coffee shops on every corner, trendy boutiques replacing that old strip mall, or an influx of young families revitalizing the community. For some, these changes increase property values and create a more dynamic living experience.
Selling Stories: Market Conditions – Timing It Right
Timing is everything—or so they say. When it comes to real estate, that sentiment rings especially true. Savvy homeowners know that the right market conditions can make all the difference between an okay sale and a “wow” one. Maybe you’re looking to lock in those hard-earned gains, or maybe you’re eyeing the market with a bit of caution, thinking, “Is now the time to cash out?”
Knob and Tube: A Real Estate Classic That Keeps On Giving
Now, this wasn’t exactly a surprise for me. After all, the property’s age, the original switches, and the lack of any electrical upgrade on file pretty much screamed “knob-and-tube still lurking here!” I called it before we even got to the living room, but explaining how to easily spot it’s likely presence (property’s age, original switches, and the lack of any new electrical permits on file) was still a fun moment to share with my clients.