Monthly Archives: April 2013

S.F.-China development deal falls apart

A $1.7 billion deal between Lennar Corp. and a pair of Chinese government entities to construct 12,500 homes on the former Hunters Point Naval Shipyard in San Francisco and a string of high-rises on Treasure Island has collapsed. Sources familiar … Continue reading

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What’s Holding Up City Home Prices? Boomers

Boomers are also looking for walkability, proximity to public transit and diversity. They also want to be closer to their children, who generally head to cities right after college. This is a big change from their parents, who often headed … Continue reading

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Why Chinese money is flooding Bay Area real estate

Blanca Torres Reporter- San Francisco Business Times Email  | Twitter  | Google+ Chinese money has flooded the Bay Area real estate market — and you can expect more, way more. Investors in Asia have plenty of reasons to put their capital in … Continue reading

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Why Housing Affordability Is at Risk

The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage dropped to 3.68 percent last week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. From 1985 through 1999, rates ranged from 6 to 13 percent. Present low rates have allowed buyers to purchase more … Continue reading

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Zinus Inc. takes 116000 square feet in San Leandro

Mattress maker Zinus houses its U.S. sales, marketing and distribution operations in the East Bay. It recently expanded into San Leandro.  Blanca Torres Reporter- San Francisco Business Times Email  | Twitter  | Google+ Zinus Inc., a mattress and bedding distributor, took 116,017 … Continue reading

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