There is no place quite like California. If you embark on a California luxury home search, you can find a house that will ensure you can enjoy all that the Golden State has to offer. Now, let's take a look at three reasons why you should kick off a California luxury home search. 1. You can enjoy convenient access...

Image by Milada Vigerova from Pixabay Caring for indoor succulents is not as intimidating as it may seem. Even though growing them can be a challenge, there are lots of care tips that could make things easier. Succulents are not the ideal plants to grow indoors but that should not stop you from growing them. With the right...

A homebuyer who considers the seller's perspective may be better equipped than others to enjoy a successful property buying experience. In fact, this buyer should have no trouble submitting a competitive offer to purchase – something that may lead to a fast home purchase. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you analyze the seller's perspective....

Photo by Vivint Solar from Pexels When your pocketbook determines you can’t afford a new, energy-efficient home, you can still satisfy your preferences by upgrading an older house. Try these options for improving energy efficiency in your home. Apply for the FHA’s Energy-Efficient Mortgage program. With an EEM, you can finance an already energy-efficient home or use funds...

Life of Pix via Pexels If your lender does not demand it, skipping the home inspection might be fairly tempting as you move toward closing on the house of your dreams. Although moving full steam ahead might provide what you need in the moment, that decision could end up causing problems in the future. So, even though it...

Image by Agover from Pixabay When you go to sell your home, your real estate agent will take care of playing host for interested buyers. This is part of the service that you get when you hire a real estate agent. The agent will not only handle setting up the showing appointments; they will also meet the prospective...

Photo by rawpixel via Pixabay Did you know buyers are willing to pay nearly 3.5 percent more for a home that features green or high-performance features? And while that may not sound like a lot, it factors out to be a whopping $8,750 for every $250,000. The key to getting the most for your green upgrades, however, lies...

Photo by Olya Adamovich via Pixabay You’ve decided to start the process of buying a home. Congratulations! Now it’s time to figure out how much money you have, and what you can afford. The goal is to avoid purchasing more home than you can afford, but those variables change. In September 2019, the average price of a new...

Image by 영훈 박 from Pixabay One of the great benefits of having a home of your own is being able to host friends and family. If it’s your first time living in a house that’s big enough for more than just you, you’ll want to make sure you plan out the best way to keep people comfortable...

Photo by Archi_Viz via Shutterstock Many urban areas promote the concept of working where you live, or living where you work, to simplify your life. But what does that mean when you’re buying real estate? The main difference is in zoning requirements and building codes. Those that are primarily zoned as residential offer fewer options for commercial enterprises....

Located in the Inner Parkside Neighborhood, this home features two bedrooms, one bath, large living room with fireplace, formal dining room, breakfast room an original kitchen and center patio. Large bonus room down, two car tandem garage parking, lots of storage space and terraced backyard. Property needs work! Great opportunity!! Close to Stern Grove, Sava Swimming Pool, Stonestown Galleria, San Francisco State University, West Portal Shopping and Restaurants. Easy access to multiple Muni route lines and Interstate...

Modern, quiet family home with views of the San Francisco Bay. 0nly a three-minute walk from top-rated Miraloma Elementary. The home features three bedrooms and two full baths on the top level; living/dining and kitchen on the main level; second living room on the ground level with full bath leading to a spacious and tranquil backyard. Master bedroom has a walk-in closet. Each floor has its own deck with southeastern views of the City and Bay, giving the home a great indoor/outdoor feel. A short walk can take you to nearby Miraloma Playground and an open green space and baseball field, as well as an array of great hiking trails on San...