In 1964 Prop 14 wrote discrimination in CA state constitution defeating the Rumford Fair Housing Act. How did this happen, and how does it continue to impact California real estate?

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPD) mandate the loan disclosure and closing disclosure forms for buyers to understand the cost of their loan and closing costs.

The Bay Area is full of great beaches and there’s always a new one to discover if you’re new to the area. Whether you prefer the white-sandy beaches or you want a great place to surf, there are plenty to choose from. Here’s a look at some of the top beaches found all throughout the […]

Generally speaking, in the state of California, you can think of short-term rentals as 30 days or less. Long-term “traditional” leases typically begin with a one year agreement. Which leaves everything in the middle… Typically called “corporate housing” or something similar, it typically involves providing a furnished home for an intermediate length of occupancy great […]

Chicken and waffles has become a very popular dish all across the country. You don’t have to visit the south to find a great version of this deep fried tradition. Sheltering in place during a pandemic hasn’t lessened anyone’s desire for delicious comfort food. Here are a few of the Jackson Fuller team’s favorite spots […]

Fresh fruit is vital to our diet and finding the best fresh fruit is very important. The state of California is known for growing some of the best fruits and vegetables in the world. Many farmers in the area take great pride in providing the public with excellent fruit at local farmers markets and grocery […]

Prior to the financial meltdown and great recession of 2008, banks that were underwriting the loan got to select the appraiser to evaluate the value of the property as collateral for the home loan. In some ways, this makes sense. Banks are a part of a local ecosystem, and local appraisers with a long amount […]

Welcome to a classic San Francisco neighborhood that definitely exists, even if you aren’t likely to find it on a map. Referred to variously as the Tenderloin, Polk Gulch, Downtown, Upper Civic Center, Lower Nob Hill, the TenderNob… and a variety of other names for the area that is immediately northeast of the Civic Center […]

Have you ever walked through a home for sale and been jealous your home wasn’t like the staged home? You can make your home a model house with a few tips, tricks and trends. Here’s a look at some of the top ways to turn your home into a model house. Start with Cleaning You […]

NoPa is a neighborhood in central San Francisco most well known for a restaurant just outside its border. You may also know that it is next to the panhandle and Golden Gate Park. This neighborhood has a vibrant and unique feel, something the proximity to the University of San Francisco and Alamo Square likely contribute […]

Dogpatch is a popular neighborhood in San Francisco known for its proximity to the Chase Center in nearby Mission Bay, home to the Golden State Warriors (and over 150 other events each year). You may also know Dogpatch for being home to a variety of original Victorians, as many survived the 1906 earthquake unscathed. Here […]

Sherwood Forest is most well known for one thing: being the smallest neighborhood in San Francisco. You may also know it for its name being associated with the legend of Robin Hood. You may even know that it used to carry the nickname “Pill Hill” due to the sheer number of doctors who called it home. But here are three cool things about the neighborhood that you may not know: