Making Your Outdoor Space More Appealing

March 12, 2021

The National Association of Realtors stated that 63% of those viewing your home online will come to view it in person. Make it Shine!

Creating Better Curb Appeal

February 23, 2021

First impressions are very important in many situations including selling your home. When the exterior of your home looks great, it helps to draw potential buyers in to see the rest of your home.

Prop 14: The California Fair Housing Massacre of 1964

February 17, 2021

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?

Understanding the Loan Estimate (LE) and Closing Disclosure (CD): What Are They?

February 15, 2021

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.

Top Beaches Found Throughout the Bay Area

February 2, 2021

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 […]

Intermediate Length Occupany (ILO) Rental Law

January 29, 2021

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 […]

Who Serves Up the Best Chicken & Waffles in San Francisco?

January 27, 2021

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 […]

Where to go in San Francisco for Great Fresh Fruit

January 20, 2021

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 […]

Who Picks the Appraiser?

January 15, 2021

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 […]

3 Cool Things About… Polk Gulch!

January 11, 2021

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 […]

How to Make Your Home a Model House

January 4, 2021

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 […]

3 Cool Things About… NoPa!

December 28, 2020

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 […]