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    Alameda | Ask Susie - Real Questions from Real Buyers | Berkeley | Best Places to Live | Best Places to Live in California | East Bay Living | Home Buying & Owning

    Affordable SF Bay view dream homes are in the East Bay

    BySusie Wyshak October 16, 2023February 5, 2026

    All along the Oakland, Berkeley, El Cerrito and Richmond hills are homes with incredible San Francisco Bay views…with more houses, condos and townhouses along the waterfront from Richmond to Alameda and San Leandro. How do waterfront house prices compare to Marin County and San Francisco prices? For the most part, buyers find home prices are…

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  • Home Buying & Owning | Home Buying Pro Tips

    That vacant lot price may be too good to be true – it could be a land scam

    BySusie Wyshak October 9, 2023February 16, 2026

    According to Chicago Title, scammers and fraudsters are impersonating property owners to illegally sell real property — especially vacant lots and land. Avoid being scammed! Due to the types of vacant lots and land property being targeted, it can take months or years for the actual property owner to discover the fraud. Facebook has lots…

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    How does home flood insurance work in California?

    BySusie Wyshak October 4, 2023February 16, 2026

    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 homeowner’s insurance does not cover flood damage. After the record-breaking wildfires in California, the risk of flash flooding and mud flows increase significantly until vegetation is restored — up…

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  • adorable dog and a pile of money
    Ask Susie - Real Questions from Real Buyers | Home Buying & Owning | Home Buying Pro Tips

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

    BySusie Wyshak September 21, 2023March 20, 2026

    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 and best” offer? Good question! All along the East Bay near the Bay, Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, home sellers are countering multiple offers asking for “highest and best.” In short, it’s…

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  • getting a loan without a job with non-qm financing
    Home & Investment Strategies | Home Buying & Owning | Home Financing | Real Estate Industry

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

    BySusie Wyshak July 3, 2023December 8, 2025

    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 from JVM Lending wrote about “When the Ultra-Wealthy Don’t Qualify For Mortgages” really hit home. Jay offered to share some options for how affluent borrowers with great credit and…

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

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

    BySusie Wyshak June 5, 2023

    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 can also pay for an Ikea kitchen designer to come to your house (now $79) to make sure all of your kitchen measurements are accurate. The Ikea kitchen I…

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

    BySusie Wyshak April 18, 2023December 7, 2025

    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 want to avoid moving twice? To buy a house before selling there are many factors to consider, including: financial planning to know what you can afford deciding if it’s…

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  • age in place by building an adu
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    How to Age in Place While Selling Your House in California

    BySusie Wyshak January 28, 2023February 16, 2026

    Building ADUs on a property with a single-family home or multi-family building has become the most popular way to think about multi-generational living or generating income during retirement. (The New York Times reports on the popularity of ADUs — although ignore the very low prices per square foot quoted!) But what if it turns out…

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  • Murals painted on houses in Berkeley and Oakland
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    Nature Murals Painted on Houses in Berkeley and Oakland

    BySusie Wyshak January 11, 2023February 16, 2026

    Murals on walls inside houses has been a time-honored tradition through the ages. In Berkeley, the murals adorning the walls of  Pauline Kael’s house in Berkeley became legend. More rare is seeing murals, or little “spot” paintings, on the exterior of houses. There’s nothing I love more than seeing houses that reflect the passions and…

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  • Colors of the year make it fun to repaint your house
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    2023 Interior Paint Color Trend was the Opposite of 2026’s Beige Minimalism

    BySusie Wyshak January 6, 2023February 16, 2026

    Who doesn’t love a trend report? It’s so much fun seeing what materials, colors, textures, and decorating styles the experts and purveyors are calling “it.” So what to do when Pantone names “Viva Magenta” their 2023 Color of the Year? Paint the town pink?! The thing to remember as a home owner is: It’s up…

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Real Estate Agent at Compass helping people live their best lives, from Berkeley to Bar Harbor. Calif DRE 02144226 Maine BA929575 510-269-7051
🚀 SpaceX just made history — and with hard work an 🚀 SpaceX just made history — and with hard work and smart investing, so did your portfolio. If SPCX has you sitting on life-changing gains, you're in luck. Bay Area & #Berkeley luxury home inventory is tight with lots of competition - but not everywhere...and you can finally jump in the game! I help real estate buyers turn IPO windfalls into dream homes, investment properties, and generational wealth. (I've been around since Netscape !) DM me or contact via my Compass page — tell me your Goldilocks "just right" property. I or someone in my network will make your story come to life. 510-269-7051 https://www.compass.com/agents/susie-wyshak/ Susie Wyshak DRE 02144226 | Compass Specializing in Berkeley and the Bay Area to Bar Harbor (where the Rockefellers summahed) Ask me for referrals to excellent agents around the world. Unfortunately, I am not qualified to make referrals to Mars, yet. #SpaceXIPO #SPCX #BayAreaRealEstate #luxurylifestyle IPOWealth BayAreaHomes RealEstateTips FirstTimeHomeBuyer Cheesy video was all improv...all genuine Susie.
Wherever you go, there you are (name that @compass Wherever you go, there you are (name that @compass office!) Tip: It's in a state lots of Californians moved to during the pandemic.
We met years ago and stayed in touch. New careers. We met years ago and stayed in touch. New careers. New visions for the perfect home. This one in Kensington came along. Working as a team, we collaborated with the owner to make this incredible, remodeled home purchase a reality. It was sheer joy making this dream happen! My happiest and most successful clients are flexible, ready to act, know what they want and don't want, trust me and the process, enjoy the journey, and are available. Want to explore buying? Shoot me a message or comment READY ! Susie Wyshak DRE 02144226 Compass
The @berkeleyhumane threw an epic Pints for Paws f The @berkeleyhumane threw an epic Pints for Paws fundraising event on 9th Street in Berkeley yesterday. It was so bittersweet to see @trumerusa who will hopefully continue to come to Berkeley events, even after closing their facility. There were lots of non-alcoholic options, including fabulous cucumber soda from @drinkfieldwork And of course, a full array of adorable dogs. You will soon be hearing about my clay creations thanks to the silent auction item donated by @kollektivclay on Piedmont Ave. The Berkeley Humane Society is fundraising to build a new space for their rescue animals. Take a look and consider donating! We stopped into Juan's Mexican across the street which is a must visit for anyone in Berkeley. Juan's son has worked there for 54 years! It is one of those great Berkeley institutions with photos and autographs all over the walls. There was an article from when Juan started the restaurant almost 50 years ago. He had worked at Spenger's Fish Grotto on 4th Street and had a dream of opening his own restaurant. (@eastbaynosh ) Not only did he do that, but it has persisted longer than most restaurants ever do! Back when I was at UC Berkeley I took an artsy black-and-white photo of the front of the restaurant, which has changed little since then. Looking forward to bringing it in and adding it to their wall maybe!
If awe-inspiring views are on your house hunting m If awe-inspiring views are on your house hunting must-have list, you'll want to see these beauties I hand-picked based on what my own clients swoon over. Located in neighborhoods with easy commutes and close to schools, trails, restaurants, and awesome food shops...if you've been looking in San Francisco, look here: 1. 734 Keeler, Berkeley - Listed by @jenandtrishrealtors at District Homes 2. 244 Lakeside Dr, Unit 9 - Listed by @laurensteinberghomes at Compass 3. 26 Ronada Ave, Piedmont - Listed by @sharonhobayarearealtor at Compass 4. 2114 Marin, Berkeley - Listed by @michelle.morgan.realtor at Compass Homes with views in these locations don't stay on the market for long. Comment "view" or message and I'll send you the listing details. I'm @agentsusie your Rockridge local and East Bay real estate agent -- your dedicated fiduciary as a buyer's agent. Follow for more listings and local recs. #californiadreamhomes #eastbayhomes #berkeleyrealtor #eastbayrealestate DRE 02144226 Compass | Susie Wyshak
Blue and gold magic in Golden Gate Park @sfbotanic Blue and gold magic in Golden Gate Park @sfbotanicalgarden Gamelan in the Gardens thanks to @gamelan.sekar.jaya of #Berkeley !
I found this WWII V-mail letter (see wiki) in an a I found this WWII V-mail letter (see wiki) in an attic of a house that was being emptied out. The infantryman had mailed the letter to some gals in Oakland. The address downtown is now a commercial area. Luckily there is someone with his name living locally...I'm going to gamble and mail it to him. Or should I try to find family related to the addressee? Either way finding this miniaturized letter, which they photographed to minimize mail bag transportation, is a lovely reminder of what so many have given up for freedom in America. Today is a day to reflect how lucky we have been to live in a democracy. Let freedom reign AND ring!
So touched to have received these hop-infused fizz So touched to have received these hop-infused fizzy waters from @oaklandunitedbeerworks promoting one of the most lovable dogs at @friendsofbacs #Compass agent John Sweeney donated them for visitors to our open house at 2114 Marin in #Berkeley - come on by and drop by Berkeley Animal Care Services to meet Cupcake! Cupcake may have been on the market a long time but just like some houses that sit, she is a hidden gem and sure to be a loyal companion. #rescuedog
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🚀 SpaceX just made history — and with hard work and smart investing, so did your portfolio. If SPCX has you sitting on life-changing gains, you're in luck. Bay Area & #Berkeley luxury home inventory is tight with lots of competition - but not everywhere. I help real estate buyers turn IPO windfalls into dream homes, investment properties, and generational wealth. (I've been around since Netscape !) DM me or contact via my Compass page — tell me your Goldilocks "just right" property. I or someone in my network will make your story come to life. 510-269-7051 https://www.compass.com/agents/susie-wyshak/ Susie Wyshak DRE 02144226 | Compass Specializing in Berkeley and the Bay Area to Bar Harbor (where the Rockefellers summahed) Ask me for referrals to excellent agents around the world. Unfortunately, I am not qualified to make referrals to Mars, yet. #SpaceXIPO #SPCX #BayAreaRealEstate #luxurylifestyle #IPOWealth #BayAreaHomes #RealEstateTips #FirstTimeHomeBuyer
Ready to house hunt for a luxury home or move to France after the #SpaceXIPO ? Congrats & let's go!
Where to be today? The beach in San Francisco. What to eat near the beach today? $1 beignets !
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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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