Monthly Archives: December 2012

In 2012, the Bay Area Was No. 1 (and 3 and 9)

The New York Times cited the Fox Theater when it included Oakland on its list of 45 place to go in 2012. Photo by Pete Hottelet/Flickr. We’re No. 1! And No. 3! Also No. 9! As one of the biggest … Continue reading

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Mortgage Recovery Still Rocky

The trouble is, the banks are close to finishing their obligations under the settlement, and the largest, Bank of America, will not continue to offer principal reduction afterward. “The programs then going forward will provide for similar relief, but I … Continue reading

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Corner Bakery kicks off Bay Area expansion

The Bay Area’s first Corner Bakery Cafe opened in Pleasanton.  Renée Frojo Reporter- San Francisco Business Times Email  | Twitter  | Google+ Corner Bakery Cafe is rising in the Bay Area. The first of 32 planned restaurants opened in Pleasanton last week. … Continue reading

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Chinese Capitalists Help Fuel Housing Rebound

advertisement “Knots Landing” Star Sells Longtime Abode LOOK “American Idol” David Cook Sells L.A. Digs LOOK More Photos and Videos The Silicon Valley is now leading the nation in its long-awaited housing recovery, according to veteran Bay Area realtors. Suzanne … Continue reading

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Higher-End Homes Finally Selling Again

“While there’s still a risk that the fiscal cliff will derail the housing recovery, the balance between supply and demand suggests that, if anything, the risks around our forecast of a 5 percent increase in house prices next year are … Continue reading

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