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    SOLD: 2838 Fillmore Street, Alameda East End – Home Sale Case Study

    BySusie Wyshak May 12, 2025March 14, 2026

    Have you always dreamed of living in Alameda and thought you might only be able to afford a condo or townhouse? This was our target buyer for marketing the Alameda Dream home — a 1 bedroom house at 2838 Fillmore Selling a one-bedroom house is a tall order, even in Alameda’s coveted East End neighborhood….

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  • Home & Investment Strategies | Home Buying & Owning | Home Buying Pro Tips

    Better Than Bullion (Buy a House or Gold Bars?)

    BySusie Wyshak February 14, 2025December 7, 2025

    The price of gold is at an all time high, more than 10x what it was around 1980 when the price shot up. Before then it had been relatively flat for decades. The price of Bay Area real estate has had a slower trajectory up. As you can see in this Median Home Price Trends…

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  • Damariscotta condo - photo by Susie Wyshak
    California Home Ownership | Home & Investment Strategies | Home Buying & Owning | Owning Vacation Rentals | Owning Your Future

    Buy a House is the #1 Most Popular Life Goal

    BySusie Wyshak January 24, 2025December 7, 2025

    I know you might be thinking, “Wait, isn’t the number one life goal to find inner peace, get married, achieve true happiness, or become a yoga guru?” And sure, those are all popular goals—but let’s talk about a truly achievable, life-changing goal that can actually fund your path to inner peace: Buy a house. Why…

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  • California's ADU laws
    ADUs & SB-9 in California | California Home Ownership | Home Buying & Owning | Owning Your Future

    2025 California ADU Laws

    BySusie Wyshak January 23, 2025March 6, 2026

    There’s a reason why I’ve dragged my feet in converting my fixer garage into an ADU: Every year California improves statewide laws with regulations for building accessory dwelling units (ADUs). In 2025 some of the most exciting laws squash rules that some local cities were hoping to impose. Maxable is a company that provides end-to-end…

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    Home Buying & Owning | Oakland | Remodeling Ideas

    The #1 California Home Improvement is Fire Hardening

    BySusie Wyshak January 16, 2025December 7, 2025

    The Getty Center and Getty Villa emerged from the 2025 Los Angeles fire disaster as examples of fire hardening best practices. Yes, they had staff to supplement all of the measures the Getty team took to stop fire approaching and stop smoke from penetrating the buildings. But they also meticulously followed best practices for fire hardening…

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  • Ask Susie - Real Questions from Real Buyers | Home Buying & Owning | Home Selling | Selling Strategies & Stories

    Want To Partner With a Flipper To Update Sell Your House?

    BySusie Wyshak January 6, 2025December 8, 2025

    Is the reward worth the risk of collaborating with a flipper / developer to update an older home in an affluent neighborhood before selling? The idea of transforming a million dollar home into a $3 million property — rather than selling it to someone else who will do just that — is worth exploring. Partnering…

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  • avoid home buyer remorse
    Ask Susie - Real Questions from Real Buyers | California Home Ownership | Evaluating Properties | Home Buying & Owning | Home Buying Pro Tips

    Don’t Let Fears of Home Buyer Remorse Stop You

    BySusie Wyshak December 30, 2024December 8, 2025

    “Eighty-two percent of home buyers express regrets about their recent property purchase. Their most common regret: buying a home that requires too much maintenance.” (Clever Real Estate survey) Is fear stopping you from buying a home when you really want to own and invest in your future, instead of renting? The answer is to address…

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  • Rockridge ADU
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    Kitchen Remodeling Tips From Rockridge Architect Jason Kaldis with Rockridge Kitchen Tour Pics

    BySusie Wyshak October 20, 2024December 7, 2025

    Imagine opening up your home to show off your remodeled kitchen. That’s what 8-10 Rockridge homeowners do every other year along with their builders, architects, and interior designers. Seeing these renovated and reimagined kitchens with the latest cabinetry, space-saving ideas, and glowing cabinet hardware is the ultimate inspiration to refresh your kitchen — especially if…

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  • alternatives to buying investment property for 1031 exchanges
    1031 Exchanges | Home & Investment Strategies | Home Buying & Owning | Home Selling

    If You’re Thinking of a 1031 Exchange But Don’t Want to Be a Landlord…

    BySusie Wyshak October 10, 2024February 16, 2026

    If you own rental property — whether an entire rental or you are renting part of your house out or some other type of investment property — you may qualify for a tax-deferred 1031 exchange when you sell. As of this moment, investors can usually exchange one investment for up to three investments of “like…

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  • California Home Ownership | Home Buying & Owning | Remodeling Ideas

    My DIY Bathroom Remodel With Home Designer Software

    BySusie Wyshak September 26, 2024December 7, 2025

    Thinking of a budget remodel to update or fix things about your house that you don’t like? Join the club! There’s nothing like living in a space for a while to figure out what you would like to change in layout or use of the space. That’s why I give my home buying clients a…

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It's a rainy day and there is no line at Gioia Piz It's a rainy day and there is no line at Gioia Pizza in #NorthBerkeley@- Come get a slice then come to our open house of the adorable one bedroom condo at 1626 Hopkins in #berkeley Listed by John Seravic @ Compass Susan Wyshak, Realtor®️| 510-269-7051 | susie.wyshak@compass.com https://www.susiewyshak.com Helping people live their best life, from Berkeley to Bar Harbor Calif. DRE #02144226 | Maine #BA929575 | Compass
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Yet another interesting lecture at Local Economy - Yet another interesting lecture at Local Economy - a concept every city needs. Are you curious about your Oakland house history? I am now enabled with research tools the professionals use! Message me about your historic abode.
Vik's in Berkeley is our go-to for Indian spices a Vik's in Berkeley is our go-to for Indian spices and ingredients. Then I met Santos in #SanLeandro . Wowwww. Normally I write a review of a store. This incredible market near all of the Marina Boulevard shops near 880 blew my mind...and needed an entire Reel. Bales and bales of ingredients used for Indian cooking and other cuisines. Puffed rice! Candied fennel seeds you get as a palate cleanser in gallon-sized bags! Spices in massive bulk bags. Entire cinnamon trees from Vietnam for chai (ok not quite). Down every aisle, I was more and more amazed. If you love exploring international grocery stores, get down to Santos. It is an incredible culinary adventure! They may even have the bargain boxes of $25 California Medjool dates left if you hurry. #bayareafood #bayareaindianfood
Stopping to hear the geese near 312 Tideway Drive Stopping to hear the geese near 312 Tideway Drive in #Alameda where I will be popping in to tour a fabulous renovated waterfront home...stay tuned. DRE 02244226 Compass
And so the sun sets on Easter. 🐇 We are so blessed And so the sun sets on Easter. 🐇 We are so blessed! 🐣
5 things I learned delivering the #Rockridge News 5 things I learned delivering the #Rockridge News to merchants and apartments on College Avenue today: 1. It's hard to estimate how many copies to leave at the various cafés and the church! 2. People line up at cafés at 10 AM, but it's a perfect time to get your nails done while everyone is having coffee. 3. It is interesting to see how many apartment buildings there are on college, which you might not notice when casually strolling. 4. #TraderJoes being a destination for so many residents of Berkeley and Oakland is such a boon for Rockridge merchants and the overall vibe. 5. Everyone is so friendly! I believe that since it is so rare to see news in print that people love perusing this 8-page newsletter. So much fun delivering it. #papergirl
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Your answer to: Where should I live in the East Bay that's near everything? #SanLeandro 523Pala.com
March 14, 2026 - For sale in one of the East Bay's most popular towns is this enchanting Spanish-style home in San Leandro's sought-after Estudillo Estates. Discover your California indoor / outdoor dream lifestyle — all 3 bedrooms have their own balconies, and the back patio is a dream! Visit 523Pala.com for all the details, pics and floorplan. 📍523 Pala Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577 🛏 3 beds plus large den 🛁 2 baths 🏠 2316 sq ft 🌳 4000 sf ft lot 🦮 Historic Estudillo Estates 🌷 Private balcony with every bedroom! 💵 Listed at $1,060,00 Listed by Nicole Easterday (DRE# 02193925) and Susie Wyshak (DRE# 02144226) - Compass Got real estate or home ownership questions? Just ask. https://www.compass.com/agents/susie-wyshak/ Susie Wyshak, Realtor - 510-269-7051 susie.wyshak@compass.com Compass Berkeley DRE 02144226
523 Pala Ave, San Leandro Home Tour - Estudillo Estates - Listed by Nicole Easterday & Susie Wyshak
At the Bay Area ADU Expo, I interviewed 3 companies in the tiny home and ADU space to hear what they're up to. There are lots more making flat-packed modular, pre-fab that get craned in, and of course custom builders. Check out my post with a few other companies who were at the expo: https://susiewyshak.com/bay-area-pre-fab-adu-vendors/ DISCLAIMER! Be sure to do your own research and due diligence to find out what is allowed by your town, what is allowed on your property, and laws coming down the pike that might be a good reason to wait to do anything. All pricing should be verified as well. Got real estate, ADU or home ownership / home selling questions? Need to find a real estate agent in another part of the country or the world? Just ask! I'm your real estate connector. https://www.compass.com/agents/susie-wyshak/ Susie Wyshak, Realtor - 510-269-7051 homewithsusie@gmail.com Compass Berkeley & Maine DRE 02144226
Bay Area ADU Fair 2026 - I spoke with 3 Prefab and Modular ADU Vendors
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Check out the beautiful #AlysaLiu mural in #Oakland at 43rd & Telegraph in @temescaldistrict -- painted by the @illuminaries Love! Here are a few of my favorite places, although there are way too many to choose from on this fun stretch of Telegraph. Lots of very cool murals, too! Get your lottery tix and sugar fix at Golden Gate Donuts then proceed on the tour. 😂 They've had $2 million winner. (I can help you find the perfect estate when you win!) #oaklandmurals @visitoakland Susie Wyshak, real estate agent at Compass (Local Rockridge / Temescal foodie!) DRE 02144226
Alysia Liu Mural on Telegraph in Oakland's Temescal Neighborhood
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ACCESSIBLITY STATEMENT AND CONTENT DISCLAIMER: Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the state of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. License Number 01991628, 01527235, 01527365. Susan Wyshak is licensed by the California Department of Real Estate: #02144226 and Maine Department of Real Estate #BA929575. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but has not been verified. Changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal may be made without notice. No Statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footage are approximate. If your property is currently listed for sale this is not a solicitation.Market reports, area guide data, and some blog articles are for education / information only. They may not be up-to-date. Before taking any action buying or selling real estate, please consult with with your real estate agent for detailed, up-to-date market reports from the National Association of REALTORS® and also consult with other professionals for legal and financial advice specific to your situation.

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