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Rate Buydowns Can Help Move The Condo Market
A seller interest rate buydown can help move some of the more than 550 condos sitting on the market.
San Francisco Summer Slowdown Arrives Early
A lag in new listings and a bunch of market sitters add up to a summer slowdown, and it’s not even July yet.
Tub vs. Shower: Should I Make the Switch?
Replacing your tub with a shower has its pros and cons depending on the type of property you own.
Days Numbered for Bay Area Gas Furnaces, Water Heaters
Bay Area residents will be required to replace their gas furnace and water heater over the next several years under Bay Area Air Quality Management District regulations.
Check Your Permit History Before You Sell
Many homeowners aren’t aware of their property’s current permit history, and this can throw a wrench in a sale.
What You Need To Know About Rentbacks
If you’re a buyer considering granting a seller rentback, here are a few important things to know before you agree to one.
Wood Windows No Longer Required By SF Planning
Owners of non-historic buildings with older wood windows are no longer required to replace them with costly custom wood versions.
Make Sure You Have Enough Dwelling Insurance Coverage
Don’t get caught with insufficient dwelling insurance. It’s a critical component of your policy that makes or breaks whether you can rebuild.
Solar Panel Leases: How To Avoid Escrow Headaches
Make sure you’re aware of the leased solar panel transfer process before you set your closing date. These things can sometimes take more time than you expect.
Is There An ROI on AC in SF?
Here’s the scoop on whether an AC system install in the city will be a good return on your investment.
Where PG&E Gas Lines Are in San Francisco
Here’s where the gas pipelines run in San Francisco, good knowledge to have during your house hunt.
What To Know When You Buy or Sell a TIC-to-Condo Property
Planning to buy or sell a unit that will convert to a condo at closing? Here are two critical things to know.
Should You Buy Earthquake Insurance?
Only about 12-15% of California homeowners have earthquake insurance. But it makes sense to buy that insurance in certain circumstances.
City on Lookout for Unwarranted Units
The SF Planning Department is hunting down unwarranted units and demanding that their owners legalize these spaces.