Archive for March 31, 2014

California, Bay Area Economic Recovery Still Going Strong

February unemployment claims were lower in all nine Bay Area counties than the state average, yet another promising sign that the coming year will bring more prosperity to our local housing markets. To read the full report, Click Here.

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Worried About Interest Rates? Just Be Glad It’s Not the 1980s

Mortgage rates are rising, but put it in perspective.  Rates today are about one-third of what they were three decades ago. To read more, Click Here.

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Freddie Mac Issues Bright 2014 Housing Forecast

Strong home sales in 2014 are dependent on job growth, according to a new report from Freddie Mac, and that’s good news for the Bay Area’s housing market. The local economy has roared back to life over the past year, with unemployment le...

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The 7 Best Improvements to Make Your Home Sell Faster

Some home-improvement projects will go a long way to helping your property stand out from the rest. Find out which ones are currently giving sellers the most bang for their buck in Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and surrounding areas. To read more, ...

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Energy-Efficient Mortgages Can Add Value, Reduce Utility Bills

Homeowners and buyers, take note: Several federal agencies and many lenders allow you to finance a wide range of energy-saving home improvements — from tankless water heaters and newer heating and air-conditioning systems to solar panels an...

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Real Estate Roundup: Bay Area Markets Best in U.S. For Sellers

Recent news of interest to homebuyers, home sellers, and the home-curious includes a report that two Bay Area regions are considered the most favorable to sellers in the coming busy spring buying season. Also, new statistics and planned housi...

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Real Estate Roundup: New Home Sales Pace Strong as Year Begins

Recent news of interest to homebuyers, home sellers, and the home-curious includes a report revealing that in January new homes sold at their fastest pace in almost six years. Also, California teachers are finding it increasingly tough to aff...

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San Francisco Home Price Gains Among Nation’s Largest in 2013

The San Francisco metro area was one of just three regions in the country where home price increases topped 20 percent in 2013, according to the December S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Index. To read more, Click Here.

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