Michael ForkasJul 272 minBecause Words Really Matter!Sometimes I take a minute to browse through my testimonials and think about the amazing clients and friends that I’ve been honored to...
Michael ForkasJul 141 minGas Prices are Making Me Crazy! How Inflation Affects on the Housing MarketUnless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’ve noticed that we are experiencing record high inflation rates. A trip to the gas station...
Michael ForkasJul 71 minWe Blinked. And the Market Changed.I have been in the business of real estate for 22 years. I’ve seen ups and downs. I’ve seen interest rates all over the map. I’ve seen...
Michael ForkasJun 102 minFather's Day Without Breaking the Bank!With the celebration of graduates and the school year ending for many young folks, Father’s Day can often get lost in the shuffle and...
Michael ForkasMay 202 minLeverage: Sellers Still Have it, and Here's WhyAlthough the Walnut Creek, Brentwood and Discovery Bay areas are seeing a bit of a shift in the frenzied housing market, most homeowners...
Michael ForkasMay 132 minSpend the Day in Discovery BayBrook and I are excited to share a few not-so-well-known tidbits and fun destinations in our new hometown, Discovery Bay! Founded in the...
Brook ForkasMay 42 minIt's Cherry Picking Season in Brentwood!Nothing says spring in Brentwood like cherry picking. From the moment the orchards are awash in bloom, I look forward to the ruby-red...
Michael ForkasApr 201 minAre You Facing Foreclosure? I Can Help!I’m Michael Forkas from the Forkas Home Team and here’s your Forkas Find of the Day. I’ve been a real estate agent for over fifteen years...
Brook ForkasApr 51 minSpringtime Events for the Whole Gang!If the sky is blue, the grass is green, and the flowers wave in the breeze, then it must be spring! And it's time to plan some fun for...
Michael ForkasApr 42 minSpring Housing Update 2022Here comes the spring housing market and many folks are curious about predictions for the upcoming season. While there are multiple...
Brook ForkasMar 242 min“As for me, I’ll always be a repeat customer!” – Maria, SellerThe "Why" is more than just a buzzword. At Forkas Home Team, our "Why" is to serve great people like Maria and help them achieve their...
Michael ForkasMar 101 minTHE TALE OF TWO POTENTIAL INVESTMENT PROPERTIES: Join me on a walkthrough for some tips and tricks!Are you an investor looking for a great home to fix and flip? Or are you interesting in building a real estate portfolio with a flip and...
Michael ForkasMar 82 minGrab Your “Green” and Enjoy Some St. Patrick’s Day Fun!Are you looking for some nearby St. Patrick’s Day fun for the whole family? Check out a few of these local events for the crew, from...
Michael ForkasMar 31 minSellers Have the Market in the Palm of Their Hands!On this blog, I’ve encouraged potential sellers to take the leap and get more information about listing their homes in 2022 to take...
Michael ForkasFeb 252 minYou Can Do It: How to Survive Buying and Selling at the Same TimeWould you like to sell your home and shop for a new one at the same time? It’s a daunting process, especially in a Seller’s Market where...
Michael ForkasFeb 171 minDreaming of a Renovation? Now is the Time to Start Planning!Have you been thinking about doing a renovation on your home? Now is the perfect time to start planning. Despite what the Groundhog...
Michael ForkasFeb 102 minHow to Avoid the Real Estate Unicorn!Beware the Real Estate Unicorn! Ah, the beloved unicorn. Unicorns remain very popular and it’s easy to see why. What could be more...
Michael ForkasFeb 11 minThinking About a Vacation Home or Investment Property? Check Out Bear Valley!Hey good people. I’m Michael Forkas from the Forkas Home Team and here’s your Forkas Find of the Day. Looking for a second home? Looking...
Michael ForkasJan 272 minTOP FIVE TIPS FOR SELECTING AN INVESTMENT PROPERTYNot all rental properties are created equal. There are two keys to keep in mind when you are hunting for a long-term rental investment....
Michael ForkasJan 211 minThinking of Listing your Home in 2022? Stop thinking and take action today!Hi, I’m Michael Forkas coming from my backyard and here’s your Forkas Find of the Day. Thinking about listing your home in 2022? Stop...