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Parc Bay Real Estate Trusted guidance for buying, selling, leasing & management. Specializing in probate and inherited property, divorce transition, & first-time buyers.

With Kathy Chan & Parc Bay, you get expert support, practical advice, and a true local perspective. As a boutique real estate company serving the San Francisco and Mid-Peninsula, we strive to provide superior service, high standard of integrity and honesty. Our business is committed to deliver excellent results and unbeatable value to each and every one of our clients. We will design a package to fit your personal needs and investment goals.

Stepping into a parent’s home when they are no longer there or when they are transitioning to a new stage of life is one...
10/22/2026

Stepping into a parent’s home when they are no longer there or when they are transitioning to a new stage of life is one of life’s most profound shifts. It’s not just a house; it’s a lifetime of memories, and the weight of the decisions can feel overwhelming. 🤍

If you are feeling a mix of grief, guilt, relief, and sheer exhaustion right now, please know that is completely normal. You do not have to rush this process.

With over 15 years of walking Bay Area families through these exact moments, I’ve learned that the key is balancing the emotional with the practical. Swipe through for a few gentle first steps and to understand the one costly mistake to avoid when it comes to trusts, probate, and taxes. One calm conversation with your attorney, CPA and an experienced agent can save real money.

Take a deep breath. Nothing has to happen this week.

You don’t have to do this alone. Send me a DM with the word TRANSITION and let’s navigate this next chapter together. 🏡✨


A home value estimate is a starting point, not the full picture. 🏡A few blocks, a renovation or a school boundary can ch...
10/22/2026

A home value estimate is a starting point, not the full picture. 🏡
A few blocks, a renovation or a school boundary can change what a Bay Area home is worth.

Our new guide covers:
📌 Why online estimates can miss the mark
📌 What goes into a reliable valuation
📌 Value, list price and net proceeds are different questions
📌 How to use an estimate before a sale, refinance or offer

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Kathy Chan | Parc Bay Real Estate
Specializing in Life Transitions Real Estate

Real estate is about life transitions, not just transactions.For over 15 years, I have had the privilege of guiding San ...
10/21/2026

Real estate is about life transitions, not just transactions.

For over 15 years, I have had the privilege of guiding San Francisco and Peninsula families through some of life’s biggest moments. First homes, growing families, inheritances, new chapters, and big changes.

Every move comes with its own timing, questions, and emotions. My role is to bring steady guidance, clear strategy, and sharp negotiation, so you can make confident decisions and feel supported at every step.

If you are thinking about your next chapter, I would be honored to help. Send me a message anytime.

All the Best,
Kathy Chan / Real Estate Broker
Specializing in Life Transitions Real Estate

Certified Probate Specialist Realtor & Certified Investor Specialist

Relocating to Silicon Valley? Start with your routine, not a map. 🗺️The right home is the one that fits how your househo...
10/21/2026

Relocating to Silicon Valley? Start with your routine, not a map. 🗺️
The right home is the one that fits how your household will actually live after the first busy months.

Our new guide covers:
📌 Building a budget around the full cost of ownership
📌 Separating non negotiables from preferences
📌 Getting ready to compete before you tour
📌 Using temporary housing to test neighborhoods

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Kathy Chan | Parc Bay Real Estate
Specializing in Life Transitions Real Estate

Millbrae: the Peninsula’s best connected city 🚆With Caltrain and BART at one station and SFO close by, Millbrae makes ge...
10/21/2026

Millbrae: the Peninsula’s best connected city 🚆

With Caltrain and BART at one station and SFO close by, Millbrae makes getting anywhere simple.

Our new guide covers:
📌 Why Millbrae is the Peninsula’s transit crossroads
📌 What buyers should know when commute meets calm
📌 How sellers can show off convenience
📌 Why investors value access that lasts

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Kathy Chan | Parc Bay Real Estate
Specializing in Life Transitions Real Estate

The highest offer isn’t always the best offer. 📊In a Bay Area sale, a $50,000 difference can fade fast if the buyer need...
10/20/2026

The highest offer isn’t always the best offer. 📊
In a Bay Area sale, a $50,000 difference can fade fast if the buyer needs an uncertain loan or can’t meet your closing date.

Our new guide covers:
📌 Why net proceeds matter more than price
📌 How to judge a buyer’s financial strength
📌 Reading contingencies as timelines and leverage
📌 Choosing timing and a rent back that fit your next move

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Kathy Chan | Parc Bay Real Estate
Specializing in Life Transitions Real Estate

10/19/2026

Found issues on your inspection report? Don’t ask for everything. 🔍
In a competitive Bay Area deal, the strongest credit requests are focused, documented and tied to real cost.

Our new guide covers:
📌 Which inspection findings are worth negotiating
📌 Credit, repair or price reduction: which to ask for
📌 Lender limits on seller credits
📌 When walking away is the stronger move

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Kathy Chan | Parc Bay Real Estate
Specializing in Life Transitions Real Estate

10/19/2026

Found issues on your inspection report? Don’t ask for everything. 🔍
In a competitive Bay Area deal, the strongest credit requests are focused, documented and tied to real cost.

Our new guide covers:
📌 Which inspection findings are worth negotiating
📌 Credit, repair or price reduction: which to ask for
📌 Lender limits on seller credits
📌 When walking away is the stronger move

💬 Comment GUIDE and I’ll send you the link.
👉 Or read it now: link in bio (parcbay.com/blog)
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➕ Follow for real estate guidance across San Francisco, the Peninsula and Silicon Valley.

Kathy Chan | Parc Bay Real Estate
Specializing in Life Transitions Real Estate


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Considering a luxury condo in the Marina? Look past the finishes. 🌅A beautiful renovation photographs well, but the buil...
10/18/2026

Considering a luxury condo in the Marina? Look past the finishes. 🌅

A beautiful renovation photographs well, but the building, the block and the ownership costs decide whether the price makes sense. Our new guide covers:

📌 Why the block matters as much as the building
📌 What to evaluate beyond high end finishes
📌 HOA dues, reserves and the full cost of ownership
📌 Building a resale strategy before you buy

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Kathy Chan | Parc Bay Real Estate
Specializing in Life Transitions Real Estate

Buying or selling in Burlingame? Headlines will not tell you what your home is worth. 🌳Burlingame rarely behaves like on...
10/17/2026

Buying or selling in Burlingame? Headlines will not tell you what your home is worth. 🌳

Burlingame rarely behaves like one uniform market. Condition, block, layout and timing all shift a home’s position. Our new guide covers:

📌 Why Burlingame follows its own market logic
📌 Usable inventory versus active listings
📌 How to read sale price, list price and days on market in context
📌 What buyers should evaluate and what sellers can control

💬 Comment GUIDE and I’ll send you the link.
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➕ Follow for real estate guidance across San Francisco, the Peninsula and Silicon Valley.

Kathy Chan | Parc Bay Real Estate
Specializing in Life Transitions Real Estate

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