Monthly Archives: May 2018

Real Estate Startups Streamline Sales, Cut Closing Costs

SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX) — Most homes in the Bay Area sell pretty quickly, often for more than the asking price. That realty reality has some sellers wondering if paying a standard five to six percent commission is worth it. Now, … Continue reading

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The best profession in the San Francisco Bay Area may not be what you think

?SAN FRANCISCO — We often talk about tech as the most lucrative gig in the Bay Area, but real estate agents might give developers and project managers a run for their money. The reasons for this should be obvious to … Continue reading

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Forget tech, this might be the best profession in the San Francisco …

Caption Close 15. Boston, Massachusetts ‘Job opportunity and competition’ rank: 7Market health rank: 91 15. Boston, Massachusetts ‘Job opportunity and competition’ rank: 7 Market health rank: 91 Photo: Boston Globe/Boston Globe Via Getty Images 14. Charlotte, North Carolina  ‘Job opportunity … Continue reading

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If people are fleeing the Bay Area for cheaper housing, why is it still so costly?

Caption Close So which is it: Are people fleeing California and the Bay Area for cheaper housing, or swarming here for high-paying jobs? The answer is: both. A flurry of recent population reports have painted a confusing picture. 1 Editor’s … Continue reading

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Rise in PACE lending for commercial real estate lifts Marin’s CleanFund, Sonoma’s Ygrene

Value-added commercial real estate investments have the promise of significant upside with the right amount of TLC and market repositioning. But the prospect of shelling out money to fix or upgrade things tenants often don’t see can be a tough … Continue reading

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