Buying a luxury home in San Francisco, Malibu or any other California city or town delivers a number of benefits. In fact, there are many reasons why buying a Golden State luxury house should be a top priority, and these include: 1. You can enjoy convenient access to all that California has to offer. There is no shortage of...

Image by Zach Schorr from Pixabay Whether you’re buying or selling a home, you might discover there is an easement attached to your property. If so, you’re probably wondering how this affects your property values. What is an Easement? In a nutshell, an easement is for one person to have explicit permission to have use of another person’s...

Image by Karolina Grabowska from Pixabay Buying a home is a huge investment and the buying process can be very confusing—especially if you’re buying your first home. However, buying a home doesn't have to be challenging. By understanding a few key tips, the whole home buying process can run smoothly and efficiently. Understand Your Needs Even before you...

Photo by Fizkes via Shutterstock If you know absolutely nothing about buying a house, don’t learn the hard way. There’s plenty of information available to help you avoid the many potential pitfalls in the process. You want your first home buying experience to be exciting, not exhausting. Here are some tips to get you started the right way....

Photo by Davie Bicker via Pixabay There are plenty of maintenance concerns to think about when owning a home. Once you’ve completed your purchase and settled in comfortably, it’s important to remember that there will be no landlord to come around and fix those leaky faucets. You’ll need to either fix them yourself or pay to have a...

Completely remodeled single level home maintains its original farmhouse charm, while offering quality finishes throughout. New front and back landscaping includes built-in BBQ and covered porch/patio. Well appointed with all new energy efficient lighting, windows, doors, insulation, high end flooring and appliances. New paint inside and out. Also new siding and newer roof. This wine country getaway is walking distance to parks/dog park, hiking/running trails, library, gourmet grocer, eateries, gym, etc. Plus there's room to expand on this .61 acre lot with enough space for a barn/shop, rec. toys & work trucks, a pool... Or live in this...

Single level, elegant living in The Orchard section of Oakmont. Lovely view of Hood Mountain from the front of this 3-bedroom, 2-bath triplex unit. Comfortable patio off living room. City of Santa Rosa Housing Authority income and resale restrictions apply. Oakmont California is an active-adult 55+ community with two 18-hole golf courses, three swimming pools, and eight tennis courts, located in the heart of Sonoma wine...

Image by tookapic from Pixabay Nothing brings nature into the home like utilizing fresh herbs in culinary masterpieces to make them as special as those you’ll share them with. Sensational herbs can be grown with ease, as some of the most savory and flavorful ones are disease, pest and drought resistant. Furthermore, most herbs will even grow in...

Incredible location! This remodeled 4 bed/3 full bath Bennett Valley home ideally located in a cul-de-sac & nestled against Trione-Annadel State Park with a network of regional park amenities. Direct access to miles of trails, several lakes, & beloved Howarth Park. Chef-style kitchen w/fireplace, USB outlets, designer lighting, security cameras, etc. Den & full bath downstairs. Salt water pool updated 2018 with 40 year pebble surface & natural stone coping complimenting natural surroundings. Property dons incredible sunrise/sunset views. Backyard thoughtfully appointed for relaxation/gardening/entertainment. Bike to Trail...

Come and enjoy the lake lifestyle in the gated community of Hidden Valley Lake. This custom built, one owner home is set among the trees, plenty of sunshine for a garden, entertaining, and ample space for recreational vehicle parking. The main floor offers a bright sunny kitchen featuring: granite countertops, peninsula dining & breakfast nook, built-in wine rack, & pantry, w/ appliances included, formal living & dining, as well as a den with a fireplace, half bathroom, laundry room, and 2 car garage entry. Upstairs includes all 3 oversized bedrooms featuring nooks & windows, 2 bathrooms with upgraded tile, all highlighting...

Photo by Benjaminrobyn Jespersen on Unsplash Real estate agents sell homes -- but the agent you choose should offer you a comprehensive lineup of services and assistance. If your agent is just a "set it and forget it" seller, you're missing out on the level of service you deserve. Ask any prospective agent about what they have to...

Come and enjoy the lake lifestyle in the gated community of Hidden Valley Lake. This custom built, one owner home is set among the trees, plenty of sunshine for a garden, entertaining, and ample space for recreational vehicle parking. The main floor offers a bright sunny kitchen featuring: granite countertops, peninsula dining & breakfast nook, built-in wine rack, & pantry, w/ appliances included, formal living & dining, as well as a den with a fireplace, half bathroom, laundry room, and 2 car garage entry. Upstairs includes all 3 oversized bedrooms featuring nooks & windows, 2 bathrooms with upgraded tile, all highlighting...