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An orange glow and smoke from the CZU Lightning Complex fires in the Santa Cruz Mountains in San Mateo County are seen from the Palo Alto Baylands on Aug. 20, 2020. Photo courtesy Brian Krippendorf.

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California considers new rules for property insurance pricing

by Silicon Valley Association of RealtorsOctober 18, 2023 11:52 am

1920s cabin after: The space was expanded with an addition that doubled the size of the kitchen and increased storage. A 6-foot galley sink provides space for two people to work simultaneously. The additional windows capture the spectacular view; the new island offers seating and a place to gather. The ceiling was raised, making the room more spacious. The flush-mount hood does not obstruct the spectacular valley views. Photo courtesy Harrell Design + Build.

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Before & After: Midpeninsula kitchens go from dated to ultimate entertaining spaces

by Gloria CarlsonOctober 17, 2023 11:54 am

While the overall Midpeninsula housing market is on the path to recovery, Palo Alto appears to be lagging behind its neighboring cities. Year to date, as of Sept. 16, the median price of a single-family home in Palo Alto remained down by 8% compared to a year ago. Photo courtesy Getty Images.

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Real Estate Matters: Real estate rebound on the Peninsula?

by Xin JiangOctober 16, 2023 10:43 am

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed multiple bills into law on Oct. 11 aimed at tackling affordable housing issues. Embarcadero Media file photo.

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Newsom signs 56 housing bills to boost affordability, help tenants

by Katy St. ClairOctober 12, 2023 10:23 am

Despite higher household incomes, the local Latino community has experienced huge setbacks in housing, according to the 2023 Silicon Valley Latino Report Card. Photo courtesy Getty Images.

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Despite higher household incomes, local Latinos experience setbacks in housing, report shows

by Silicon Valley Association of RealtorsOctober 11, 2023 5:43 pm

Woodland School, at 360 La Cuesta Drive in Ladera, leases its campus from Las Lomitas School District. Nearby residents complained at an Oct. 4, 2023 district board meeting that access to the campus outside of school hours has become increasingly restricted by the private school. Photo by Andrea Gemmet.

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Ladera residents lobby school district for more access to Woodland School campus play areas

by Neil GonzalesOctober 10, 2023 3:20 pm

Homeowner Ed Fike’s favorite part of the remodel is a steel-framed glass partition -- inspired by abstract artist Ben Nicholson -- that incorporates elements from the remodel, including leftover countertop, backsplash, flooring and kitchen cabinet pieces. Photo by Agnieszka Jakubowicz, courtesy Harrell Design + Build.

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They wanted a view, so they removed the walls in their Los Altos Hills home

by Carol BlitzerOctober 9, 2023 10:11 pm

Zombie trees appear to be thriving and look healthy, but are actually dying from the inside out. Fall is the best time of year to look for signs of distress after the leaves have fallen off a tree's branches. Photo courtesy Getty Images.

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Do you have ‘zombie trees’ in your backyard?

by Jeff NewbornOctober 9, 2023 8:55 am

Rain may return to the Bay Area on Monday, Oct. 9, according to the National Weather Service. Embarcadero Media file photo.

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Had enough heat? Wet weather is returning

by Bay City News ServiceOctober 8, 2023 7:44 amFebruary 5, 2025 3:57 pm

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Increased reports of discrimination prompt diversity groups to launch ‘Stop Hate in Real Estate’ initiative

by Silicon Valley Association of RealtorsOctober 4, 2023 4:24 pm