The housing market in California slowed down substantially in 2023 with rising interest rates and sluggish inventory across the state. Home prices weren’t increasing like they did the first few years of the pandemic, especially in the Bay Area. Despite this slowdown, the greater Bay Area region is still the most…

For most of 2023, homebuying wasn’t too pretty what with steep home prices, high mortgage rates and shortage of homes for sale. But this new year brings new hope. Could homebuyers get a break? 

Below are the old rules that no longer apply…

Real estate is often a rewarding investment with potential for passive income and long-term appreciation. It is also a smart way to diversify your portfolio beyond the traditional lineup of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. 

Here are a few types of real estate investments to…

To increase the availability of affordable housing more rapidly, the California legislature has approved several new laws effective in 2024 relative to ADUs. Here is a summary of some of them: 

• AB1033: Allows ADUs to be sold…