Living in Rockridge – Get a Total Makeover, All Along College

College Ave. in Oakland's popular Rockridge neighborhood is home to many highly rated health and beauty businesses. Discover just a few in this article, re-printed…

How a Renter Bought Her Perfect Home in San Leandro

Here's a success story of a life-long renter who found and bought her perfect home, a condo.My client had a perfect process for searching for…

Location Location Location – Checklist for flippers & home buyers with Rockridge as an example

What's the most important feature when buying a home? The oldest wisdom says "location, location, location."But what exactly defines the perfect location that checks all…

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…

College Ave Restaurants, Bakeries & Food Shops in Rockridge near BART – Top Picks With Google Map

An Airbnb guest asked me what restaurants I recommend in Rockridge that are in walking distance from my rental on Lawton Avenue. What better reason…

Moving to Marina Bay – Guide to Condos, Townhouses & Homes – Retire or Buy Your First Home | Richmond CA

Have you lived in the Bay Area forever and are wondering why you never heard of (or went to) Marina Bay in Richmond, near Point…

Repair the Sewer Lateral and Sidewalk in Oakland before selling?

Home sellers in Oakland, Alameda and some other East Bay cities need to decide whether to repair their sewer lateral, if necessary, or let the…

Affordable SF Bay view dream homes are in the East Bay

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…

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…

How to Age in Place While Selling Your House in California

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…