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The Solano Stroll Turned 50 on One Year of Funding. Berkeley's Half for 2027 Has No Budget Line Yet.

October 15, 2026

Halloween in the Elmwood Runs in Two Shifts, and Russell Street's Is Now Booked Through 2029

Caitlin Crawford  |  October 8, 2026

What Living Next to Piedmont Actually Costs an Oakland Buyer

Caitlin Crawford  |  October 1, 2026

Berkeley Never Fixed Its Condo Shortage. It Built a Detour Around It.

Caitlin Crawford  |  September 24, 2026

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Berkeley's Newest Food Corner Isn't On Fourth Street, It's Inside A Dorm

Caitlin Crawford  |  September 17, 2026

Temescal Didn't Get New Restaurants This Year, It Promoted Its Own

September 17, 2026

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The Closures on College Avenue Were Never About Empty Tables

Caitlin Crawford  |  September 10, 2026

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Selling In Claremont? Your Sewer Certificate Runs On Berkeley's Clock, Not EBMUD's

Caitlin Crawford  |  September 3, 2026

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Oakland Transfer Tax Brackets: What Sellers Should Know Before Listing

Caitlin Crawford  |  August 27, 2026

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The Berkeley Marina's Real Comeback Isn't the Pier

Caitlin Crawford  |  August 20, 2026

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Selling An Elmwood Craftsman In 2026: The Energy Rule Hiding Inside Your Wiring Problem

Caitlin Crawford  |  August 13, 2026

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What's New On North Shattuck: A Late-Summer Walk Through The Gourmet Ghetto

Caitlin Crawford  |  August 6, 2026

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A Summer Saturday In The Elmwood, Told Block By Block

Caitlin Crawford  |  July 23, 2026

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A Claremont Summer Saturday, Built The Way Locals Actually Build One

Caitlin Crawford  |  July 23, 2026

Architectural Character Of Homes In Berkeley’s Claremont

Caitlin Crawford  |  July 16, 2026

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A Relaxed Weekend In Oakland’s Most Loved Corners

Caitlin Crawford  |  July 9, 2026

Oakland Hills Versus Flats: How The Markets Behave

Caitlin Crawford  |  July 2, 2026

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Staging Strategies That Elevate Classic Oakland Homes

Caitlin Crawford  |  June 25, 2026

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From First Tour To Keys: A Berkeley Buyer Timeline

Caitlin Crawford  |  June 18, 2026

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How Berkeley’s Architectural Styles Shape Daily Life

Caitlin Crawford  |  June 11, 2026

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Decoding Berkeley’s Micro‑Markets For Today’s Buyers

Caitlin Crawford  |  June 4, 2026

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Marketing Distinctive Homes In The Claremont And Hills

Caitlin Crawford  |  May 21, 2026

Trading Up: Selling In Berkeley, Buying In Oakland

Caitlin Crawford  |  May 14, 2026

Inside A Boutique Listing Experience In Berkeley

Caitlin Crawford  |  May 7, 2026

Timing Your Berkeley Move Around The Academic Calendar

April 23, 2026

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Exploring ADU And House Hack Options In Oakland

April 16, 2026

Why Many Bay Area Buyers Are Choosing Oakland

Caitlin Crawford  |  April 2, 2026

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Preparing An Older Oakland Home For Today’s Buyers

Caitlin Crawford  |  March 24, 2026

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Design-Minded Prep For Selling Your Berkeley Home

Caitlin Crawford  |  March 5, 2026

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Everyday Life In Berkeley’s Claremont Neighborhood

Caitlin Crawford  |  February 19, 2026

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What Berkeley Housing Trends Mean For Sellers

Caitlin Crawford  |  February 5, 2026

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60-Day Timeline To List in Oakland This Spring

Caitlin Crawford  |  January 15, 2026

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How To Read Oakland Market Trends

Caitlin Crawford  |  January 1, 2026

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Best Time To Sell in Berkeley

Caitlin Crawford  |  December 18, 2025

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East Bay Buyer Closing Costs 101

Caitlin Crawford  |  December 4, 2025

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Berkeley Offer Contingencies Explained

Caitlin Crawford  |  November 21, 2025

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