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Bay Area homeowners could lose insurance coverage for having this 1 outdated electrical system
California homeowners are facing challenges with homeowners insurance due to risks associated with knob-and-tube wiring, an outdated electrical system prevalent in older homes. Insurers view this wiring as a liability, leading to higher premiums or policy cancellations. While some homeowners argue that K&T is safe, insurance companies maintain it poses a fire risk. Homeowners are…
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Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes on Memorial Day. | A Real Estate Professional serving Silicon Valley since 1993
This day honors the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives to defend America's freedom.It became an official federal holiday in 1971. Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries and memorials.
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San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara in Early-Spring 2025 | A Real Estate Professional serving Silicon Valley since 1993
Active listings ↑ 67.9% yearly New listings ↑ 32.8% yearly
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Bay Area housing market sees highest spring inventory levels since pandemic
February saw a significant increase in home inventory, the highest since before the pandemic, with a 52% year-over-year rise. This has kept price growth modest, with the median price of a single-family home in the Bay Area slightly declining to $1.25 million. Despite the increased inventory, buyer demand remains cautious due to a weak stock…
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Bay Area: Hesitation in Volatile Times | A Real Estate Professional serving Silicon Valley since 1993
Spring typically boosts Real Estate, but 2025 sees hesitant buyers delaying offers despite listings. A renovated San Francisco condo received interest but no offers, reflecting widespread buyer caution.
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Happy Mother’s Day | A Real Estate Professional serving Silicon Valley since 1993
Mother's Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family or individual, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. The origins of commemorating motherhood dates back to the Ancient Greeks, where in spring festival, they celebrated the goddess Rhea, considered the Mother of the Gods. Anna Jarvis’s lobbying…
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Bay Area housing market: Looking back at 2024 and what’s ahead in 2025
As 2024 ends, the Bay Area housing market remains challenging, with median home prices exceeding $1.3 million, a 5% increase from the previous year. Many residents, like the Trio family, feel renting is the only option. High mortgage rates are keeping potential buyers hesitant, while the influx of crypto investors may influence the market. Despite…
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Experts Give Their Five-Year California Real Estate Forecast | A Real Estate Professional serving Silicon Valley since 1993
High home prices will persist due to limited inventory, strict zoning laws, high construction costs, and strong buyer competition.Climate-related issues, especially wildfires, could significantly raise insurance costs, impacting home affordability and shaping future development.
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Renting in the Bay Area: Most Expensive Cities | A Real Estate Professional serving Silicon Valley since 1993
Sunnyvale is the most expensive Bay Area city, with avg one-bedroom rents at $3,200 in March 2025. San Francisco follows as the second most expensive, with one-bedroom rents averaging $3,140.
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Happy Easter | A Real Estate Professional serving Silicon Valley since 1993
Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.However, according to many theologians, Easter originally began before the arrival of Christianity.It is believed that Easter is named after the Anglo-Saxon goddess of the dawn and spring, known as Eostre.Examples of Easter traditions include Easter eggs and related games such…
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