Insights & Tips
Local market insights, buyer and seller tips, and neighborhood guides from a REALTOR who knows Santa Cruz County from the inside out.
Community & Lifestyle Summer Living in Santa Cruz County: Events, Festivals & Why Locals Love It
Summer events, local festivals, and the lifestyle that makes people stay in Santa Cruz County. Community highlights from REALTOR® Kieron Bery.
Market Insights Summer 2026 Market Update: Santa Cruz & Monterey Counties
What is happening in the Santa Cruz and Monterey County housing market this summer? Local insights on inventory, pricing, and what buyers and sellers should know.
Buying Tips What to Know Before Buying in the Santa Cruz Mountains
Fire zones, wells, septic, mountain roads, and the magic of redwood living. What every buyer should understand before purchasing a mountain home.
Selling Tips Tips for Sellers in Today’s Coastal California Market
Pricing, preparation, and strategy for selling your home in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties. What is working right now for sellers.
Selling Tips The Seller’s Checklist Before Listing Your Home
A step-by-step guide to preparing your home for the market. From minor repairs to staging, here is what to do before your home goes live.
Market Insights Why Local Knowledge Matters in a Competitive Market
In a market as tight as Santa Cruz County, working with an agent who truly knows the neighborhoods is not a luxury. It is a necessity.
Buying Tips First-Time Buyer’s Guide to Santa Cruz County
Everything a first-time buyer needs to know about purchasing a home in Santa Cruz County. From pre-approval to closing day.
Written by Kieron Bery
Kieron Bery is a REALTOR® and Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) with Century 21 Masters, serving Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties. With 50+ years as a local resident and 12+ years as a licensed agent, she shares practical insights on buying, selling, and living in the Santa Cruz County area.
About Kieron Bery