San Francisco Real Estate Services

The Rudoff Report

Third Quarter Market Report

Despite reports in the press, the Bay Area real estate market continues to show that median home prices are increasing. For example in September 2007, median prices for single family homes increased 6.20% in San Francisco, 7.31% in Marin County, and 11.81% in San Mateo County. Even though the inventory of homes available continues to decrease, buyers remain in the market... Read the entire article.

$25 Million Prize for Car Getting 100 mpg

With high gasoline prices and the growing environmental consequences of fuel consumption, one organization is doing something to encourage development of fuel efficient cars. California-based X Prize Foundation is offering a $25 million prize...Read the entire article.

Non-Profit Spotlight

Each year the Earth Island Institute honors the achievements of six exceptional young leaders in the areas of environmental and social justice advocacy. The Brower Youth Awards were created... Read the entire article.

Considering a TIC?

The September issue of the Castro Courier included my analysis of the benefits and risks of owning a TIC (Tenants in Common) property in San Francisco. TICs have provided entry-level homes to many who might not otherwise be able to own their own home, but what are the risks? Go to the Castro Courier to read the entire article.

Lights Out San Francisco!

Lights Out San Francisco is a citywide energy conservation event on October 20, 2007. The goal is to call attention to energy conservation by... Read the entire article.