If you currently own one of the beautiful homes in the San Mateo Coastal area, you may or may not be aware of the changes that have been affecting the real estate market. However, for those of you who are hoping to get in on the great low mortgage rates (the lowest they’ve been since [...]
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Live Green and Volunteer in Pacifica!
Do you enjoy getting your hands dirty? Or maybe you care about the San Mateo Coastal environment in which you live and have been looking for a way to get involved! Well, thanks to Pacifica Gardens; there’s a way to do both! Part of the joy we find in living on the San Mateo Coast [...]
Update on the Devil’s Slide Tunnel Project
As your guide to all things local in the San Mateo Coastal area, we want to bring you the latest updates on things that affect you! We’re not just interested in the San Mateo Real Estate market, but love being involved in the great communities in the area. Recently, the Half Moon Bay Review posted [...]
Update on Devils Slide Tunnel Project
Check out this June 19, 2010 article on SFGate.com about the ongoing Devil’s Slide Tunnel project, where twin tunnels are being constructed to carry traffic around Devil’s Slide through San Pedro Mountain. But despite the gloomy atmosphere, workers are making major progress on the $325 million tunnel project, which includes a pair of arched bridges [...]
The End of the Tax Credit? San Mateo Looks on the Bright Side!
The world of real estate has seen a surge in home buying as sales rose in March by 6.8%, which many attest to the the home buyers tax credit. It seems that many buyers were jumping in just in time to get in on the $8,000 incentive before ending at the end of this month. [...]
The San Mateo Coast Celebrates Earth Day!
Excitement is growing in San Mateo County as Earth Day 2010 is quickly approaching and many events are leading up to Thursday, April 22. Our San Mateo Public Library is hosting three days of special classes, films and projects that center around our environment and this special day. Beginning today, you can head to the [...]
A Special Note on the California Tax Credit from Mortgage Advisor Andy Block
Beginning May 1, new California legislation takes effect that will provide a tax credit up to $10,000 to residents who buy their first home or a newly constructed home. This legislation allocates $200 million to fund tax credits for qualified home purchases; $100 million is for buyers of new, unoccupied homes and the other $100 [...]
San Mateo Housing Market on the Rise!
It seems that California has weathered the real estate market storms are beginning to see growth! The San Mateo Coastal area is no different and has seen an increase in home median prices and sales. According to a recent study from MDA Data Quick, statewide median home prices rose 11% in February and total sales [...]
This May Be Your Last Chance!
As we weather this economic storm, there are three essential principles we can count on for the future: 1. Inflation leads to higher interest rates. 2. Houses are selling in high quantities. 3. If you’re a seller, it’s time to cut your price and be decisive; if you’re a buyer, it’s time to purchase or [...]
High-Energy Sporting Events Bring Crowds to the San Mateo Coast!
With beautiful beaches ideal for surfing and Highway 1 which takes travelers along our breathtaking coastline, it’s no wonder that the San Mateo Coastal area draws in exciting events each year. We’re pleased to announce the return of two sporting competitions that bring crowds and media coverage our way and highlight all that our coast [...]
