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San Francisco is full of festive Halloween neighborhoods! http://bayarearealtyconsultants.blogspot.com//the-time-for

Some fun facts for your Tuesday lunch break: http://www.inman.com//11-amazing-real-estate-facts-to-ent/

Getting your home ready for a sale or holiday party? Check out these clever "kitchen hacks" to do more with what you already have--perfect for compact San Francisco homes. http://www.trulia.com/tips/2014/09/10-kitchen-hacks-less/

Perhaps the biggest difference between a standard sale and a foreclosure is what the home inspector will find. In a standard sale, the homeowner has a vested interest in the property selling quickly and for the most amount of money possible. In the case of foreclosures, there are a whole host of possible scenarios that can affect a property from the time the homeowner stops making payments to when the house is put up for sale. http://bayarearealtyconsultants.blogspot.com//should-you-c

Looking for inclusive playgrounds? NPR used crowd-sourcing to generate an extensive list of accessible parks for all children. They turned their data into a searchable guide, to which users can contribute. http://bayarearealtyconsultants.blogspot.com//bay-area-acc

Struggling to make house payments? If you are underwater on your mortgage and unable to refinance for a more affordable house payment, you may consider a short sale. Get more information from our blog: http://bayarearealtyconsultants.blogspot.com//how-to-short

Why condos are becoming such a hit in urban areas: "It’s all about lifestyle and the demands of the boomer generation. Condos offer a carefree alternative for sophisticated living. The suite layouts are better, people travel more or have second homes and there are great services and amenities available in many buildings." http://www.styleathome.com//small-space-interior-u/a/31410

Check out these 4 film-famous homes (and 1 church) in the city! Each helped tell a very different story. And isn't that what we love about San Francisco? So many interesting and unique stories within 49 square miles. http://www.dailycal.org//5-famous-san-francisco-filming-l/

Building your own home is more than choosing the elevation and layout--it's a chance to be part of a new community. http://buildertradein.com//your-home-brand-new-not-just-n/

The air conditioner is being cranked up along with the utility bill. Why not try out a few ways to make your home more energy efficient? Skipping the fireplace for the gas heater in winter? Seal the flue but keep the integrity of the structure--this will save you energy costs while retaining the home's resale value. http://home.howstuffworks.com//how-to-make-your-home-energ