How does home flood insurance work in California?

Do you fully understand the importance of being prepared for flooding in their homes...or outside of your home?The California Association of Realtors points out that…

Back to the office mandate? Free coaching on where to live for your perfect lifestyle

Did you move out of the Bay Area during the pandemic and now you need to return to the office for a few days or…

Top 10 Most Livable Cities In 2023 – A Surprising 10 Best List

Brace yourselves, proud Americans.The Economist Intelligence Units (EIU) Global Liveability Index 2023 highlights the 10 best cities in the world.None are in the United States.Canada,…

Starter Bakery Crafts Legendary Pastries and Food Careers in Rockridge

This article by Susie Wyshak first appeared in the May 2023 Rockridge News and is edited for online reading. Enjoy!Get in touch to chat about…

Where would I go if I sell my house? The question Bay Area home owners ask most…

Lists of the best places to live in the United States hit my inbox daily. Best places for coffee lovers, doughnut lovers, chocolate lovers, families...the…

What goes into a highest and best offer to get a home offer accepted?

How can a home buyer make a winning offer on a house that has multiple offers for which the seller is looking for the "highest…

Wealthy with great credit and can’t get a loan? Here’s why and what to do

You're living your dream life with passive income, minimizing taxes by offsetting income with expenses. Yet you can't get a home loan!The article Jay Voorhees…

Ikea Kitchen planning is fun. Making huge mistakes isn’t.

Ikea kitchen planners can help you design a kitchen in 3D and choose your cabinet, counter, hardware...all the materials for your shiny new modern kitchen.You…

How to buy a new house before selling so you don’t have to move twice

Buying a new house before selling your own house or condo in cities like Oakland, Berkeley, and Alameda can be a challenging process.Yet, who doesn't…

8 hottest short term rental markets in 2023 and how to get started

{Set up your Airbnb rental with my referral link and ask me for feedback!}Beyond Pricing analyzed the best places to invest in short-term rentals, based…