04/10/2026
THE WHEELER REVIEW April, 2026
FRONTLINE REAL ESTATE REPORT AFFECTING SILICON VALLEY
Published & Written By the Wheeler Team © Kay Wheeler, Editor
Award Winning Producers ~30 Year Track Record of Accountability
and Trust in Silicon Valley! Rick & Kay Wheeler, Mother/Son Family Team
“Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still!”
HUGE MISTAKE OF SLACKING ON THE YARD—EVEN THE BARE BASICS BRING A SHOCKING 217% ROI
According to the National Association of Realtor’s “Remodeling Impact Report”, even the basic upkeep of standard lawn care delivers an impressive 217% ROI at the home sale-- the highest return of any outdoor home improvement project. The “curb appeal” factor also enters the conversation. Just the basics of keeping the lawn healthy and green year round is a huge plus and well worth the comparatively economical, low end investment, Further, the addition of an outdoor patio, kitchen, walkway–and other landscaping improvements such as ,stone planters, flagstone steps, flowering shrubs and trees are solid investments.
MAYBE “NOW” COULD BE BETTER THAN LATER?
Considering oil prices have surged due to the war in Iran, and recent inflation data has also run hot, investors have grown increasingly concerned about the trajectory of the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy. So much so that instead of forecasting interest rate cuts this year, the market shifted its stance to predict no interest rate changes for the foreseeable future, with a rate hike projected sometime in late 2027
THE “PRICE IS RIGHT” MAKES THE TOUCHDOWN!
Every property owner wants to obtain the highest price possible; however, placing an above the market price on a property listing can be a guaranteed deal killer which pushes away eager buyers and possibly results in your property being stigmatized as a “stale listing”. Getting the price right and maybe even an edge below market is irresistible bait to entice multiple buyers, which could create a bidding war that can drive the price of your property upward—perhaps even greater than your best expectations. Stay with the “tried and true” strategy of keeping tightly competitive with the market.
IN REAL ESTATE, TRUST IS EVERYTHING --2% LISTING COMMISSION – FULL SERVICE!
Trust is everything! Don't settle for anything less than the best when it comes to your big investment in your real estate property.. Consult with “The Wheeler Team”--Rick and Kay Wheeler (Mother & Son Family Team) - for a smooth and successful transaction. We handle everything—from start to finish. Truthfully, we are legendary about our trouble free closings and tedious attention to every detail—resulting in a perfect 30 track record on no arbitration or litigation Your success is our number one goal and focus-- we are here to make your best plans become a successful reality. . With our successful real estate portfolio spanning three decades, you can trust our sterling knowledge and experience to navigate even the most complex transactions--specializing in a wide range of real estate services, including residential home properties, commercial office buildings, multi-units, hotels, rural farms and ranches, churches and nonprofits, commercial/residential developments, and sales of businesses. Guess what – we have been there and done that!
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