
Living in Petaluma - Festivals and Events
When I first moved to Petaluma, I felt like there was some sort of event happening downtown almost every weekend. Petaluma loves to throw festivals and other events. Here are a few of my favorites.

Should You Waive Your Contingencies?
Have you heard someone say that you should waive your contingencies to make your offer more appealing? The California Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA) typically includes several contingencies that protect the interests of both buyers and sellers.

What are closing costs?
Before you buy or sell a home, it is important to prepare. Closing costs are often higher than most people expect and some people don’t expect them at all. So, what are closing costs?

Staging Your Home Before Selling: The Pros and Cons
If you're planning to sell your home, you may be wondering if staging is worth the time and money. On one hand, it can be an effective way to showcase your property's potential and help it stand out in a competitive market. On the other hand, some people argue that it's not always necessary, and that the investment in staging may not be worth it. So, should you stage your home before selling? Here are a few pros and cons to consider.

Petaluma Realtor
Rachael Dressler is a Realtor based in Petaluma in Sonoma County. She works in both Sonoma and Marin Counties and is a Certified Probate and Trust Specialist. She is also a Certified First-Time Home Buyer Specialist and a Certified Real Estate Negotiator.

Wants and Needs When Searching for a Home
Once you are pre-approved and have a good grasp of your budget, you can begin to prioritize your new home’s features. You may want to create a list with three categories.

10 Ways to Prepare Your Home to Sell
As you prepare your house to sell, it is important that it is in the best state possible. Houses that are clean and well-maintained sell faster and for more money.

Wondering How to Use Your Home’s Equity?
Home prices have skyrocketed over the past few years around the country. If you own a home, it is likely your home equity has grown substantially. How can you put that equity to use?

First Time Home Buyer Basics
Are you a first time home buyer wondering how to start the process? Worried about how you might save up for a down payment? Don’t worry! Read this post to find out the first steps to home ownership.

4 steps to selling your home in Sonoma or Marin County
Are you considering selling your home? Are you wondering what the process looks like and what you need to do to prepare? Read this post to find out my 4 step process.

10 Steps to Buying a New Home
Are you curious about the steps in the home buying process? Are you wondering what you need to do to prepare for your home search? Take a look at my Home Buyer’s Guide.