Myth vs. reality: What’s really holding back homebuyers?
“For many renters, homeownership feels increasingly out of reach, especially in the Bay Area. New research shows the biggest barrier may not be desire, but instead misinformation.”
Espinola named Bay East president for 2026
Bill Espinola, of Parkview Realty in Hayward, is the new president for the Bay East Association of Realtors for 2026.
Supervisor: No housing currently planned for Blackhawk Plaza
As rumors swirl over the fate of Blackhawk Plaza amid bankruptcy proceedings and the appointment of a receiver for the property, local officials are seeking to provide some clarity and assurance to residents concerned that it could be imminently redeveloped into housing.
Downtown Livermore’s R Place Music Club hits the market
An entertainment venue and bar on Old First Street was recently listed for sale along with its resident building.
Guest Opinion – Mandates without money: The state’s housing agenda will not achieve affordability
“Housing affordability is not solved by wishful thinking. It requires billions in state and federal…
Apple Cinemas backs out of Blackhawk Plaza
After years of “coming soon” announcements and renovation work at the former site of Century Theatres Blackhawk, the owners of a cinema chain that had…
Closing time? Blackhawk Plaza faces foreclosure amid increasing vacancies
Blackhawk Plaza could find itself in new hands once again, with a court hearing in southern California later this month on a request to put…
