Katrina Carter Living
What Is a Bridge Loan and Do I Need One in the Bay Area?
by: Katrina CarterPublished on: 10/08/2026Thinking about buying before your current home sells? Katrina Carter breaks down how bridge loans work in the Bay Area, what they cost, and who they actually make sense for.
Best Coffee Shops in San Ramon
by: Katrina CarterPublished on: 07/08/2026A San Ramon local shares the real coffee shop map, from City Center walkability to the neighborhood spots near Gale Ranch and Windemere that locals actually return to.
What San Leandro Sellers Should Know About Multiple Offers in 2026
by: Katrina CarterPublished on: 07/08/2026A San Leandro broker explains what actually makes an offer strong in a multiple offer situation, from financing strength to contingencies, so sellers pick the offer most likely to close smoothly.
Commuting From Danville to San Francisco: Honest Assessment
by: Katrina CarterPublished on: 06/08/2026An honest look at commuting from Danville to San Francisco, covering drive times on the 680 corridor, the BART alternative, and how a hybrid work schedule changes the math for East Bay buyers.
Meet Katrina
Introducing Think Katrina, the go-to real estate brand in the East Bay area! With over 30 years of sales and marketing experience, Katrina Carter is a licensed real estate and mortgage broker who specializes in the East Bay cities of Oakland, San Leandro, Castro Valley, Hayward, and San Ramon.
She's a true Bay Area native, having been born in San Francisco and raised in south San Francisco, giving her vast knowledge of not only the East Bay but also San Francisco and San Mateo counties.
As a self-proclaimed Bay Area enthusiast, Katrina loves to "Play tourist" in the bay, taking full advantage of all the region has to offer, from outdoor activities to great restaurants.
She's also passionate about health and fitness and believes in the power of natural remedies to support the body's own healing processes. These passions all come together in her real estate brand, where she works with clients to find homes that fit their lifestyles, from location and amenities to space and design.
Katrina prides herself on her strong negotiating skills, in-depth knowledge of the changing market, and experience as a real estate investor. She is a master networker with access to many real estate professionals throughout California and nationwide who can assist with in-depth market knowledge.
With the support of her professional team, Katrina provides her clients with the highest level of service and makes each client her number one priority. If you're buying or selling real estate in the East Bay area, you need an agent who knows the area, understands the fast-paced market, and provides the highest level of service to each transaction.
With her sincerity, integrity, services, and professionalism, her client base is primarily composed of repeat business and referrals. Katrina Carter is the agent for you. Contact Think Katrina today to buy or sell your Bay Area home.
