Articles By

arlene

Seasonal Shifts: Normal…and Crazy-Making!

Dear Neighbors and Friends, It’s easy to forget that in fact every year, even during very active markets, real estate ...
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New for 2017: CA Law for Low Use Water Fixtures

California now leads the nation with standards that could save over 10 billion gallons of water in the first year ...
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After the Election: Emotional and Economic reactions in the Real Estate Market

Last Saturday I enjoyed being a guest on Protect Your Assets, a radio show on KNBR 680 AM. The host, ...
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The East Bay Autumn Market: Does it become more vibrant like the leaves, or cool with the weather?

  I love this time of year, with the transition to autumn and the turning of colors. And I’m one who ...
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Berkeley Mid-Century Modern

It’s my pleasure to be representing 183 Fairlawn Drive. This Chalet-style home with its clean lines and inviting interior offers a peaceful ...
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Behind the Scenes: the Real Value I Bring as a Realtor

I’m always fascinated to hear what people assume it’s like to be a Realtor. These past couple of weeks I’ve ...
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800 Shattuck — The Pratt-Thomas House

The Pratt-Thomas House at 800 Shattuck Avenue is available for the first time in almost 50 years. The first of ...
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Sometime just asking the question can hurt you–Changes in the Insurance Industry

After the spring rains came additional things falling: trees. This is a good time to re-evaluate your insurance, and be ...
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The 2016 East Bay Real Estate Market Opens with Few Options, Lots of Cash

  It feels like spring, and daffodils, those harbingers of our new real estate market, are in bloom all around the ...
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Autumn Market Starts with Record High Prices

The Autumn market has just begun amidst the highest median home prices ever in the East Bay. Berkeley has crested ...
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