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Starter Bakery Crafts Legendary Pastries and Food Careers …
This article by Susie Wyshak first appeared in the May 2023 Rockridge News and is edited for online …
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How to buy a new house before selling …
Buying a new house before selling your own house or condo in cities like Oakland, Berkeley, and Alameda …
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Where would I go if I sell my …
Lists of the best places to live in the United States hit my inbox daily. Best places for …
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8 hottest short term rental markets in 2023 …
{Set up your Airbnb rental with my referral link and ask me for feedback!} Beyond Pricing analyzed the …
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Why everyone loves Rockridge, Oakland (with the latest …
I’ve lived in Rockridge for more than 10 years where I own — and house hack — a …
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College Ave Restaurants, Bakeries & Food Shops in …
An Airbnb guest asked me what restaurants I recommend in Rockridge that are in walking distance from my …
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How to Age in Place While Selling Your …
Building ADUs on a property with a single-family home or multi-family building has become the most popular way …
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Nature Murals Painted on Houses in Berkeley and …
Murals on walls inside houses has been a time-honored tradition through the ages. In Berkeley, the murals adorning …
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2023 Home Decor Trend is the Opposite of …
Who doesn't love a trend report? It's so much fun seeing what materials, colors, textures, and decorating styles …