Tag Archives: Housing Market

Bay Area rents, home prices up sharply

If you’re seeking a new pad in the Bay Area, you can expect to pay more than a year ago whether you’re buying or renting, according to a report released Wednesday. Asking prices for homes for sale around the Bay … Continue reading

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Why ‘Fiscal Cliff’ Deal Will Help the Housing Recovery

The housing market is on firmer ground today, as two major tax provisions survived the “fiscal cliff.” Congress did not touch the mortgage interest deduction, and it extended tax relief for one year on mortgage debt forgiveness. “An extension of … Continue reading

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Real Wealth Network’s Fettke: Bubbles Swelling in US Housing Sector

Bubbles are swelling in pockets of the U.S. housing sector, especially in those areas that fell the hardest and are soaring back in part due to speculative demand, said Kathy Fettke, founder and CEO of Real Wealth Network, a California … Continue reading

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Real Wealth Network’s Fettke: Bubbles Swelling in US Housing Sector

Bubbles are swelling in pockets of the U.S. housing sector, especially in those areas that fell the hardest and are soaring back in part due to speculative demand, said Kathy Fettke, founder and CEO of Real Wealth Network, a California … Continue reading

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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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