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Posted on 03/06/2022

What property owners should know about tangible personal property taxes

What is the difference between property tax and tangible personal property tax? While property taxes are commonly understood as payments on your home or land, tangible personal property is a less common term used in real estate. Referring to physical objects other than the literal land or building, personal tangible property is important in commercial and rental businesses....

Personal Tangible Property

Property Taxes

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Posted on 02/27/2022

Choosing plants for a bathroom: What to consider

If you're interested in finding the best plants for your bathroom, there are several things to consider. Everything from the size, orientation and features of the room can help you determine which plants will thrive in your indoor environment. Here are some of the key things to consider when choosing plants for your bathroom: Light While many houseplants...

Bathroom

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Posted on 02/20/2022

Do You Need an Interior Architect or Designer? Here are a Few Tips to Keep in Mind

When you’re having a home built, you’ll be working with a team of design professionals and builders. While you might already have builders lined up, who handles the design side of your project? Interior architects and interior designers are two different types of professionals you might end up hiring to help you design your dream home. While they...

Posted on 02/13/2022

Pet-Friendly Succulents for Hanging Planters

Image by Vikki Lambert Kimbrough from Pixabay If you love the look of trailing plants but don’t want something that will require a lot of attention, consider trailing succulent varieties. There are many types of succulent that you can grow in hanging planters either from the ceiling or on the wall that will spill over the sides to...

Posted on 02/06/2022

3 Quick tips for converting your basement into a rec room

When growing households experience household congestion, expanding their usable living space footprint by remodeling the basement ranks among the best solutions, especially when extra recreational and lounging space is needed. Along with the increased quality-of-life benefits, a remodeled basement reportedly delivers upwards of a 7% return on investment. If you are considering transforming a basement into a rec...

Basement

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Posted on 01/30/2022

Understanding tax rolls in real estate

A tax roll, sometimes called an assessment roll, is a record of all the properties subject to taxes in a given area. These lists include detailed information about properties and associated taxes, including land and vehicles in some states. To better understand the relationship between tax rolls and real estate, here's the basic info to know: What information...

Posted on 01/23/2022

How to Grow Microgreens Indoors

With fresh microgreens on hand, you can add tons of nutrients to your salads, stir-fry dishes and so much more. These greens are tough to find in normal groceries stores and go for quite a premium at specialty shops. Fortunately, they are incredibly easy to grow indoors and taste best when cut fresh. If you’re ready to get...

Beginner

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Posted on 01/16/2022

Adding Value: Which Projects Boost Home ROI?

Home improvement projects not only help you personalize your space to suit your style, but they can also boost your property value. When you are investing in a home improvement project, it's important to choose one that is going to allow you to enjoy the greatest return on your investment. These home improvement projects typically add the most...

Basement

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Posted on 03/04/2022

Another Property Rented - 451 Donahue Street 314, San Francisco, CA

Listed by Intero Real Estate Services - DRE# 01880052

1 Bedroom / 1 Bath / Den furnished, luxury condo. Includes one reserved parking spot in a secured gated garage. The gourmet kitchen features stainless steel Bosch appliances and gas range and a breakfast bar. The unit has a nice sized bedroom and spacious walk-in closet. The den serves as a comfortable area for guests or an office. Other design features include wide plank hardwood floors and floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook a lush courtyard. GREAT LOCATON -- just minutes from 280 and 101; 20 minutes to SFO International Airport; and 10 -15 minute drive to Mission Bay, Dogpatch, AT&T Park, Potrero Hill, and The Mission. Newly...

Posted on 02/26/2022

1148 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA is now new to the market!

Listed by Intero Real Estate Services - DRE# 01880052

Woodside Villa two ensuite bedroom townhouse style condominium (no one above or below you) Truly a terrific location close to shopping and multiple commute routes and transportation options. Situated in the quiet back corner of a marvelous 18 unit complex, Community swimming pool, secured underground parking, and plenty of guest parking! High ceilings, Main master suite has spacious walking closet and sitting area. Large balcony off the main master bedroom has serene view of redwood trees! The carpeted bedrooms and staircase keep it quiet and comfy. Kitchen, half bath and laundry have tile flooring. Living room with laminate floor and cozy...

Posted on 02/14/2022

Another Property Rented - 38679 Chrisholm Place, Fremont, CA

Listed by Intero Real Estate Services - DRE# 01880052

This four-bedroom home is on a quiet cul-de-sac in a hidden neighborhood nestled up against the hills. As the fog rolls in during the morning, you will be relaxed away from the hustle and bustle of Silicon Valley work life by the soothing sounds of cows, owls and turkeys into the oasis of ranch living in Fremont. This rental home boasts two separate living spaces, vault ceiling, nice hillside view from both front and back, spacious backyard and side yard with fruit trees and potential vegetable garden for green thumb. This home is very close to several major hospitals, convenient for medical professionals. It is also close to the hiking...

Posted on 02/11/2022

451 Donahue Street 314, San Francisco, CA is now new to the market!

Listed by Intero Real Estate Services - DRE# 01880052

1 Bedroom / 1 Bath / Den furnished, luxury condo. Includes one reserved parking spot in a secured gated garage. The gourmet kitchen features stainless steel Bosch appliances and gas range and a breakfast bar. The unit has a nice sized bedroom and spacious walk-in closet. The den serves as a comfortable area for guests or an office. Other design features include wide plank hardwood floors and floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook a lush courtyard. GREAT LOCATON -- just minutes from 280 and 101; 20 minutes to SFO International Airport; and 10 -15 minute drive to Mission Bay, Dogpatch, AT&T Park, Potrero Hill, and The Mission. Newly...