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If purchasing a home in Oakland, Berkeley or Piedmont look at the elctrical panel

October 18th, 2009

Most of the homes that I sell in Oakland, Berkeley or Piedmont were built quite a long time ago.  A major component of any home is the electrical system.  Only a professional electrician can tell you the condition of an electrical system but here are a few things “red flags” to look for yourself.  The [...]

If purchasing an Oakland, Berkeley or Piedmont home look at the furnace

October 17th, 2009

Since 1997 I’ve sold over 200 Oakland, Berkeley or Piedmont homes.  At least half of them were in need of a new furnace.  Only a professional furnace technician can tell you the overall condition of a furnace.  Most of the homes in Oakland Berkeley and Piedmont were built long before modern advancements in heating systems.  [...]

Rockridge district is a jewel in Oakland CA

October 4th, 2009

Rockridge is a vibrant community running  along upper Broadway from 51st Street up to Highway 13.  The area is conveniently located just a few miles from San Francisco and offers many commuting and public transportation options.   Lower Rockridge has one of Oakland’s premier retail and dining districts located along College Avenue.  Lower Rockridge is relatively [...]

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