Seismic Retrofitting: The Nuts and Bolts of Securing Your Home
While homeowners can’t control the occurrence of earthquakes, they can take proactive steps to prevent serious property damage and hefty post-disaster expenses. We explore how.
Real Estate Roundup: Median Home Prices Rising, Construction Workers in Demand
Recent news of interest to homebuyers, home sellers, and the home-curious includes a report that median home prices continue to rise in metropolitan areas around the U.S. and in the Bay Area. Also, builders are again looking to hire construction workers but are finding many have left the industry.
The Time is Right for Buying Rental Properties
Have you ever thought about buying rental property? If the idea of becoming a landlord seems attractive, you should move quickly while the Bay Area still has a supply of bargain-priced homes. Here are some tips to help with your decision.
Pacific Union Expands Across Bay Area, Tahoe With New Agents and New Offices
Pacific Union International continues to expand across the Bay Area and in the Tahoe/Truckee region with the addition of 41 real estate professionals since October and the opening of several new offices.
Rising Prices, Bidding Wars and Recovery: A Last Look at a Busy Year in Bay Area Real Estate
The new year dawns with bright prospects for Bay Area real estate, as 2012 led us into a stronger economy and a housing recovery. Here’s a look back at the major moments from the past 12 months.
Thanks, Trulia, for Listening!
We complained about how Trulia was treating the real estate industry – and they listened. Thanks to a handful of changes made by the company, brokerages will now get better accuracy (and greater value) from their association with the listing aggregator.