Merry Serrano

01/14/2026

🏡 Thinking About Buying a Home in Contra Costa County, Solano County & Beyond? 🏡

Buying a home is one of the most important decisions you’ll make—and having the right local Realtor makes all the difference. I’m Merry Serrano, Realtor with RE/MAX Gold, and I’m here to guide you every step of the home-buying process, from your first showing to closing day and beyond.

✨ 3 Reasons Why Buying a Home Is a Smart Move:
1️⃣ Build Equity Instead of Paying Rent – Turn monthly payments into long-term wealth.
2️⃣ Stability & Freedom – Enjoy the security of homeownership and the freedom to make it your own.
3️⃣ Strong Long-Term Investment – Real estate in Contra Costa and Solano Counties continues to be a powerful investment opportunity.

Whether you’re a first-time home buyer, relocating, or upgrading your current home, I provide expert local market knowledge, skilled negotiation, and personalized service to help you succeed in today’s real estate market.

📲 Contact me today to start buying your home with confidence:
Merry Serrano, Realtor®
RE/MAX Gold
📞 510-280-4299

🔍 Serving Contra Costa County, Solano County, and beyond
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11/28/2025

4 Reasons Your House Is High on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season

There are plenty of good reasons to put (or keep) your house on the market during this time of year.

If you want to talk strategy for how to make the most of this season in our market, let’s connect.



Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

When the holidays roll around, travel plans, family gatherings, and all the chaos of the season may make you think it’s better to pull your listing off the market or to wait until 2026 to sell your house. But here’s the thing.

11/27/2025

Whether we’ve recently worked together, or it’s been a while, I’m so grateful for your trust and support this year.

Helping people find a place to call home is truly at the heart of this work — and it’s something to be thankful for every single day.

If anything comes up (big or small) for you or your loved ones, or if you just have a question about the market, reach out anytime and support is just a message away.

Wishing you a season filled with comfort, good food, and all the things that make home feel special.



Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

11/26/2025

Thank You for Your Business

Thank you for choosing me as your agent this year. If there’s anything else I can help you with, let me know.



Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

11/25/2025

The Top 2 Things Homeowners Need To Know Before Selling

If you’re thinking about selling, don’t let the market discourage you, let it guide you. The listings that didn’t sell this year weren’t doomed. They just started with the wrong strategy.

You can still win if you price right, are patient, and work with a local agent who knows how to position your home from the start.

Because in today’s market, success isn’t about waiting for conditions to change. It’s about getting your expectations right from day one.



Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

Here’s something you should know before you sell your house. The homeowners who win in today’s market aren’t the ones waiting it out or stepping back.

11/24/2025

Most Experts Are Not Worried About a Recession

Most Americans think a recession is coming. But most experts don’t.

So, you don’t necessarily have to put your moving plans on hold. If your finances are solid, your job is stable, and you have a real need to move, you can still make it happen.

What’s holding you back from making your next move? Let’s talk it over.

Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

Homebuyers are watching the economy closely, and for good reason.

11/21/2025

Here’s a stat every potential seller should know: 57% more homes have been pulled off the market compared to this time last year.

But that’s not because something’s wrong with the market. It’s because something was off with seller expectations.

In 2025, too many sellers overpriced their homes or gave up too soon when they didn’t go under contract right away.

But that doesn’t mean homes won’t sell anymore. They just need a different approach.

Because the homes that are priced right today are selling, not sitting.

Want a strategy that actually gets results? DM me and we can walk through exactly what’s working for sellers in our area right now.



Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

11/20/2025

Two-thirds of Americans think a recession is coming. But only one-third of economists do.

That gap says a lot. It’s a reminder not to let fear and negative headlines drive your homebuying plans.

We’re not in a recession right now. And there’s certainly no guarantee we’re even headed for one.

So, if your finances and job are solid, you don’t necessarily have to wait to move, especially if you need somewhere different to call home.

We can still make your move happen. If you want some expert insights on moving during periods of economic uncertainty, DM me or comment INSIGHTS below and I’ll follow up.



Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

11/19/2025

Here’s a stat every potential seller should know: 57% more homes have been pulled off the market compared to this time last year.

But that’s not because something’s wrong with the market. It’s because something was off with seller expectations.

In 2025, too many sellers overpriced their homes or gave up too soon when they didn’t go under contract right away.

But that doesn’t mean homes won’t sell anymore. They just need a different approach. Because the homes that are priced right today are selling, not sitting.

Want a strategy that actually gets results? DM me and we can walk through exactly what’s working for sellers in our area right now.



Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

11/18/2025

Home Affordability Hits 2.5 Year High

Affordability is the best it's been in over 2.5 years. Ready to see what’s possible now? Let’s re-run your numbers together.



Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

11/17/2025

Would you let $80 hold you back from buying a home?

Because that’s about all you’ll save per month if mortgage rates drop from where they’ve been lately to 5.99%. Of course, that’ll give or take a bit based on your price point and the rate your lender quotes you.

Rates have already come down enough to save buyers almost $400 a month compared to what they would have spent on a typical home earlier this spring. So, waiting for that last tiny dip could mean missing your shot.

Because when rates do fall below 6%, mindsets will shift, and more buyers will get back in the market.

That’ll create more competition for you. And it may drive prices high enough to cancel out the savings you’re waiting for.

So, is $80 a month really worth the wait?

Let’s run the numbers for your price point in our market, so you can see exactly what you’re working with. The difference may...



Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

11/14/2025

Are Builders Overbuilding Again? Let’s Look at the Facts.

Seeing more new homes for sale doesn’t mean builders are overdoing it. Since building permits have been declining for eight straight months, it’s clear this isn’t an out-of-control boom. It’s a measured recovery.

If you want to know more about what builders are doing in our area, let’s connect.



Merry Serrano, REALTOR
The Selling Agent you want, The Buyers agent you need.

If it feels like you’re seeing new construction signs pop up everywhere, you’re not wrong.