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SMART Advances Mixed-Use Housing Project for Santa Rosa’s Railroad Square

lisasheppard | June 29, 2016

The arrival of the SMART Train in Sonoma County has brought new life to the mixed-use housing project along Santa Rosa's Railroad Square. To read more, Click Here.

Home Buyers: Make Note of These 3 Dealbreakers

lisasheppard | June 22, 2016

If you're in the market to purchase a home, you'll want to think about these important considerations before making a decision to pursue the home. Click here to read more.

Sonoma County Home Prices Go Higher, Stay Higher

lisasheppard | June 14, 2016

The county’s median price now stands at $580,500 which is just 7% below the record high of $619,000 set in August 2005. Sonoma County housing market recovery is going strong with home prices consistently higher than the year prior for ...

Down Payment Savings Tips for Renters

lisasheppard | June 9, 2016

Renting may seem appealing on many levels...no mortgage payments, property tax or home insurance. You don't have to worry about home maintenance and repairs. However, the HUGE drawback is that you're not gaining any equity in that home....

The Good and The Bad: 10 Things To Consider Before Investing In A Mobile Home

lisasheppard | June 3, 2016

With median prices on the rise for Sonoma County homes, many home buyers are scrambling to find alternative, cheaper options. Many home buyers that cannot afford homes are turning to mobile homes instead. You'll need to understand the f...

5 Things To Know Before Buying a Historic Home

lisasheppard | May 31, 2016

Here in Santa Rosa, we have several historical districts with beautiful homes available for purchase. If you're thinking of purchasing a historical home, you'll need to keep several things in mind. To read more, Click Here.

Bay Area Median Home Prices Hit All-Time High

lisasheppard | May 24, 2016

It took almost nine years, but Bay Area home prices have climbed to a new high. The median price paid for homes sold in the nine-county region hit a new record in April. In Sonoma County, the median home price is now $569,500, only 8 percen...

Strong Housing Market Helps Reduce Lingering Foreclosure Inventory

lisasheppard | May 19, 2016

Strong home buyer demand is responsible for the drop in foreclosure inventory over the last 12 months. To read more, Click Here.

California Housing Becomes More Affordable

lisasheppard | May 11, 2016

Home affordability improved during the first quarter of 2016 in the Golden State, with eight of the nine Bay Area counties having a 4% improvement in the median home price. To read more, Click Here.

When is Opening a HELOC the Right Move?

lisasheppard | May 10, 2016

Home values have been rising, and home owners are once again building equity in their homes. HELOCs are making a comeback because of this, but how do you know when a HELOC is right for you? Click Here to read more.

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