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ABOUT JAY FRIEDMAN

ABOUT JAY FRIEDMAN

ABOUT JAY

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I am a California native, born in Southern California, but raised in Roseville, CA where I graduated from Oakmont High School. In 1995, I moved to Reno, NV to attend the University of Nevada and prior to graduation, in 1998, my wife and I got married. I graduated in 1999 having earned a BSBA with a focus on Logistics Management. After graduation, my wife and I moved to Southern California for work where I was the Sales Manager for a national media company named Source Interlink (“Primedia” back then). At Primedia, I was the Sales Manager for "Import Tuner" magazine, and a salesman for many different national automotive enthusiast publications.  In 2003, my wife and I decided it was time to improve our quality of life. We moved back to Roseville to be near our families, and to start our own family. My biggest passions, next to my family and friends, are working with my great clients, traveling, playing with cars, and just plain enjoying this great gift called Life!

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I am a California native, born in Southern California, but raised in Roseville, CA where I graduated from Oakmont High School. In 1995, I moved to Reno, NV to attend the University of Nevada and prior to graduation, in 1998, my wife and I got married. I graduated in 1999 having earned a BSBA with a focus on Logistics Management. After graduation, my wife and I moved to Southern California for work where I was the Sales Manager for a national media company named Source Interlink (“Primedia” back then). At Primedia, I was the Sales Manager for "Import Tuner" magazine, and a salesman for many different national automotive enthusiast publications.  In 2003, my wife and I decided it was time to improve our quality of life. We moved back to Roseville to be near our families, and to start our own family. My biggest passions, next to my family and friends, are working with my great clients, traveling, playing with cars, and just plain enjoying this great gift called Life!

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May 16, 2026
For a lot of would-be first-time buyers , affordability is the thing that’s standing in the way. But some buyers are getting creative and finding a way to still make the numbers work – and that’s through co-buying . The Dream Is Still Alive. The Math Just Isn’t Working for Everyone. Young people haven’t given up on the dream of owning a home – not even close. According to FirstHome IQ, homeownership still ranks among the top life goals for the next generation. The problem? 73% of Gen Z and millennial buyers cite affordability as the reason for not making homeownership a priority. And it shows. First-time buyers now make up just 21% of all home purchases , the lowest share since the National Association of Realtors (NAR) started tracking the data in 1981. But still, some buyers are making it happen. And a portion of them are turning to co-buying to get their foot in the door. So, What’s Co-Buying? Co-buying means purchasing a home with someone else, like a friend, sibling, or unmarried partner. You combine incomes, split the down payment, and share monthly costs. For some people, it’s a creative way to turn “someday” into a concrete move-in date that’s just around the corner. And it's catching on fast, just look at where things stand today. According to CoBuy.io , 64 million Americans now co-own a home with someone they’re not married to. In fact, 31.5% of home purchases involve co-buyers ( see graph below ):
May 12, 2026
Selling your house this season? You’ve probably heard you should stage it before it hits the market. But what does that really mean – and is it worth the effort? The short answer is “yes,” especially right now. With more houses for sale this year, you’re likely wondering how to make the most money possible without your house sitting on the market. The answer is staging. It can help your house stand out, bring in stronger offers, and sell faster . As Nadia Evangelou, Principal Economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), puts it: “Staging matters. Preparing the home to be ‘buyer-ready’ attracts more buyers, especially now that inventory has increased.” Here's what staging actually involves and what it could do for your sale. What Is Home Staging? Home staging is the process of preparing your house, so it appeals to as many buyers as possible . That usually means decluttering, deep cleaning, rearranging furniture, and adding simple touches that help each room feel bright, open, and welcoming. The goal is to help buyers fall in love with the space and picture themselves living there , which makes them more likely to make an offer. Why Staging Is Worth the Effort Staged houses tend to perform better on almost every metric that matters when you sell. According to Redfin , staged homes have been shown to sell up to 73% faster than unstaged homes. And they often close in under a month, compared to anywhere from two to three months for vacant ones. There’s also a strong return on the money you spend. The Home Staging Institute says mid-level staging can deliver a 350% return on investment. On a $400k home, that turns the typical $4k cost into roughly $18k in added value when you sell ( see graph below ):
May 9, 2026
You may have heard April 12-18 was the “ best week ” to list your house. That’s based on a report from Realtor.com . But now that it’s passed, you may be wondering if you missed your moment. Here's the good news – you didn’t. Because the reality is, there isn’t just one perfect week to sell your house this Spring. There’s a window. And right now, you’re still in it. Your Window To Sell Is Still Wide Open Here’s why. Different organizations run studies like this every year. And they don’t always land on the exact same week. That’s okay. It’s because they're using different research methods and even different definitions of what “best” means. But the fact that the results vary points to a larger trend. While there may be sweet spots, the entire Spring season gives sellers an opportunity to get some of the best conditions (and best sales prices) of the year. And it’s definitely not too late to jump in. Why Listing in Late May Is the Perfect Play According to Zillow , the best time to list your house this year is the last 2 weeks of May. And that’s approaching fast. Based on their analysis, this is the ideal time to do it if you want to make top dollar. Because, in this 2-week window, homes sell for more . Sometimes, quite a bit more. Depending on where you are and the price point in your area, some homeowners may even net tens of thousands of dollars extra in this sweet spot. As Zillow explains: “Why late spring? Buyer demand typically peaks before Memorial Day. Families want to move during the summer and settle in before the new school year. More buyers shopping at once can spark competition and lift prices .” And they’re not the only ones saying listing in May could be the key to selling for more. ATTOM Data analyzed almost 52 million home sales over the past 10 years and found sellers in May are achieving some of the highest returns . That means the ideal window this year is very much still open. What This Means for You If your goal is to sell for the strongest possible price, this is where timing and strategy come together. And you want to be sure you’re ready to make the most of it. So, what should you be doing right now? When prepping for a fast-moving window like this, you don’t want to waste time or money on the wrong prep work. And your agent is your go-to to make sure you’re focusing on the right things. They’ll be able to tell you if the “ best week ” is slightly different in your market. And what quick repairs or updates can help you get a higher price, without taking a ton of time or effort. Here's a quick example of things an agent may recommend based on information from Redfin :
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TESTIMONIALS

I haven't sold or bought a home in over 35 years, I had no idea who to talk to about selling my home. Jay was recommended to me by Shelby Elias. Right away I saw that Jay was our man and he never did disappoint.  In fact he went far above and beyond what I was expecting and my expectations were high. I would recommend Jay and his team to anyone needing a realtor. Thank you Jay, you made a stressful time seem effortless.

- Steve L.

Jay is so knowledgeable and responsive!  He is personable and has a great team work with him. I would highly recommend Jay to guide me through another real estate transaction.

- Bryan L.

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Jay did an outstanding job with helping us buy and sell our home. In a tough sellers market, he was able to make our offer competitive and ultimately allow our family to be close together. He also went out of his way to coordinate a full remodel of our prior home, which was even located outside his service area! This was the main reason we were able to sell our home for 130k over asking price. Jay definitely goes above and beyond for his clients. One his best qualities is that he is extremely responsive and always picks up the phone or texts back.  We would absolutely recommend him for all your real estate needs!

- Roland P.

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