The best property managers have been doing it for a long time. They have a team of people that can maintain and repair their portfolio of homes in a very short period of time. Tenant rights are very important in California. Not just knowing tenant rights but providing an environment that makes your tenant feel comfortable… [Continue Reading]
What if Facebook was called something else?
March 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Would you use it? What if Facebook was called… “Stay in touch with your children” “Find out what your grandchildren are interested in” “Learn more about the history of your community” “Stay informed about events in your city “ “Receive insider promotions and coupons for local businesses” “Track the real estate trends and growth in… [Continue Reading]
Northgate, One of Walnut Creek’s Most Desirable Neighborhoods
March 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Despite its name, the Northgate is located in eastern Walnut Creek, and is considered one of the most comfortable and family-friendly areas of the city. The name “Northgate” actually refers to its location relative to Mount Diablo State Park; the neighborhood is home to the northern entrance to the park, and offers stunning views of… [Continue Reading]
Neiman Marcus Comes to Walnut Creek
March 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
One of the country’s most respected high-end retailers is opening its doors in Walnut Creek this Friday, March 9. Neiman Marcus’s newest store is located in Broadway Plaza at 1000 South Main Street. Spread over two floors, the 86,000 sq ft store will offer the classic Neiman Marcus experience, with personal shopping assistance, tasteful gift… [Continue Reading]
Historic Lakewood Offers Scenic Lakeside Living in Eastern Walnut Creek
February 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment
When you think of Walnut Creek, charming lake views aren’t the first thing that springs to mind…but nestled away in the Lakewood neighborhood you’ll find just that. Overlooked by the impressive heights of Shell Ridge, Lakewood features some of Walnut Creek’s most desirable homes – and to get access to its jewel of a lake,… [Continue Reading]
Brentwood Home Prices Heat Up As Senior Buyers Discover the Summerset and Trilogy at The Vineyards Communities
February 23, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The peak home-buying seasons of Spring and Summer haven’t arrived yet, but home prices are already perking up in places like Brentwood, as house-hunters of all ages – but especially seniors – beat the rush and make the decision to acquire their dream homes. As you can see from the chart below, median home prices… [Continue Reading]
Walnut Creek Prepares to Welcome 24-Hour Fitness and Chick-fil-A to the North Main Street Corridor
February 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
An old industrial fixture of North Main Street will soon be making way for a lively mix of fitness and food, as Walnut Creek continues its transformation into a cosmopolitan combination of business and lifestyle. Having received the go-ahead from the city’s Planning Division, the concrete plant at 2750 N. Main Street will soon be… [Continue Reading]
Rightsizing at Rossmoor with Donna Reynolds of Home Rearrangements
February 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment
One of the challenges many seniors face when transitioning to a smaller space in retirement is figuring out how to decorate their new home in the style they love, while dealing with the fact that there just isn’t as much room for all the decorative elements from the old family home. Fortunately, Rossmoor residents have… [Continue Reading]
Condo and Townhome Sales Heat Up in Walnut Creek as More Seniors “Rightsize” Their Homes
February 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
One of the most important demographic trends of our era is the transition of millions of Baby Boomers from the workplace to retirement. As this generation ages (gracefully, of course!) they’re increasingly looking for ways to combine an active lifestyle, featuring plenty of social and recreational options, with homes that are a better fit for… [Continue Reading]
Real Estate Sales Activity Inversely Correlated With Price in the Greater Walnut Creek Area
February 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Recent real estate market data in Walnut Creek and the nearby Contra Costa communities of Concord and Lafayette reveals an interesting, though not completely surprising, correlation between median home prices and the amount of activity in the market. First, let’s take a look at median home prices over the past year in these three locations:… [Continue Reading]
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