The kitchen is one of the most important rooms to get right when considering kitchen design and renovations because there is so much to consider. A kitchen is more than just where you cook and keep all your food and appliances. Will the family eat in the kitchen as well and if so how do you want […]
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Six landscape design trend predictions for 2020
Photo: Sun Valley Landscaping/Colin Conces Photography Yesterday we covered some of the green industry trends landscapers expect to see in 2020. Below are some of the design elements they are predicting will be in high demand this year. As mentioned in part one, gardening is becoming more popular, but typically people don’t have time to […]
Find jumbo mortgage loan limits by state
Ellen Chang At Bankrate we strive to help you make smarter financial decisions. While we adhere to strict editorial integrity, this post may contain references to products from our partners. Here’s an explanation for how we make money. Share this page Jumbo mortgages are different from traditional mortgages because they exceed the conforming limit set by Fannie […]
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10 Sneaky Ways to Make Your Kitchen Look Expensive
BanksPhotos/iStock; MentalArt/iStock; hikesterson/iStock poplasen/iStock; realtor.com There’s no denying that the kitchen has become the focal point of the modern home, the place where the outsize influence of the Food Network and HGTV converge. Prospective buyers want to imagine themselves gathered there among friends, sipping wine and nibbling on hors d’oeuvres with ease—or perhaps preparing a family […]
California Housing Market Report & Predictions 2020
By Gord Collins California’s Housing Market Forecast In the midst of the unexpected Corona Virus pandemic and temporary work shut down, buyers are wondering if housing prices will fall and stay lower throughout 2020. Landlords are concerned about vacancies, rental income losses, and further rent payment defaults. Buyers and rental property investors are wondering if […]
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TOP LANDSCAPING TRENDS FOR 2020
The landscapers association sees more geometry and technology, but also a bunch of blue. NALP photo The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) was out Friday with its official list of the top lawn and landscape trends for 2020. “Foundational landscape elements remain on homeowners’ wish lists, but modern updates and technology are now a top priority. […]
Timing the East Bay Real Estate Market
PHOTO BY TERESA J. CLEVELAND We’ve all heard stories of lucky folks who sold their homes just as the real estate market crested, or bought when prices were at rock bottom. Is it possible for a canny homebuyer or seller to time the market in the East Bay today? Generally, the answer is “no,” real […]