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Plan a Romantic Trip to San Francisco

San Francisco is the perfect getaway for couples celebrating their honeymoon, anniversary, and other milestones in their relationship. Check out these romantic spots and activities in SF. Enjoy the view from Telegraph Hill Nothing ...

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Things to Do at Fisherman’s Wharf

Located on San Francisco’s northern waterfront, Fisherman’s Wharf is situated on land formed out of the rubble of the San Francisco earthquake and fire of 1906. It’s a testament to the resilience of the city and its people that the W...

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San Francisco’s Award-Winning Bars

There’s no shortage of hip and happening bars in San Francisco. Here are some of the best night spots in the city. Buddha Lounge 901 Grant Avenue One of the most popular dive bars in Chinatown, Buddha Lounge is known for its di...

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San Francisco’s Nighttime Scene

Tour Alcatraz at night Bundle up, cue the atmospherics, and go on a night tour of Alcatraz. Keep in mind that only one company has permission to bring guests to the island. And only two kinds of tours, namely the Behind the Scenes Tour...

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Kid-Friendly Things to Do in San Francisco

San Francisco is a family-friendly destination with plenty of activities especially designed for kids of all ages: Go ice skating! Visit the Safeway Holiday Ice Rink at Union Square with the kids. Lace up your skates for a fantastic e...

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Where to eat in San Francisco on Christmas Day

Preparing meals for friends and family on Christmas Day can be time-consuming. Why not go out instead and explore the Bay Area's dining scene, for a change? The following restaurants are open for the holidays, serving a wide array of cuisin...

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How to celebrate New Year’s Eve in San Francisco

San Francisco is definitely one of the best places in the country to celebrate New Year's Eve. Make your night even more memorable by checking out any of the following tips. Watch the night sky light up with fireworks at The Embarcade...

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5 Top tours operating on Christmas Day

Christmas Day is a great time to see the sights and experience the thrills of San Francisco. Here are five tours that will show you around the city on this very special day. Golden Gate Bay Cruise There are many scenic cruises in the...

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6 Things to do in San Francisco on Christmas Day

The holidays make San Francisco more beautiful than it already is. Here are a couple of activities to do on one of the happiest days of the year. Go ice skating in your favorite skating rink. Although San Francisco is considerably war...

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5 Events That Will Thrill San Francisco in November

It’s time to mark your calendars for another eventful month. Here are the highlights coming your way in November: Watch live major league sports action with the NFL and the NBA November is a great time to catch the NFL season in full s...

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The 15 Most Instagram-worthy Places in the Bay Area

San Francisco’s sheer number of picturesque locations will amaze you. Here’s where to go when you want to pad up those Instagram feeds – or better yet, build an impressive photography portfolio after checking out great parks in San Fr...

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4 Things to Know Before Moving to San Francisco

Making the decision to move to San Francisco is the easy part. Diverse and vibrant lifestyles, picturesque views like the Night time scenes, prolific economic opportunities – all these make the City by the Bay hard to resist among real es...

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#BBQ101: San Francisco’s Best Barbecue Restaurants

Living in the Bay Area means always being in close proximity to an excellent range of restaurants and can’t-miss culinary destinations. In this blog, we’re shining the spotlight on eight must-visit stops for the best smoked meats in San...

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Where to Find San Francisco’s Best Wings

San Francisco may be commonly associated with seafood because of its coastal location, but there’s more to the city than that. Unbeknownst to others, San Francisco can cook up a mean plate of chicken wings, from classic fried chicken wing...

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Best Bird Watching Spots in San Francisco Bay Area

It’s not uncommon to see different types of birds in the San Francisco Bay Area. Since San Francisco is located on the Pacific Flyway, many migratory birds travel along this route depending on the season. The San Francisco Bay Area is hom...

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7 Family-friendly Museums for an Educational Weekend

From awesome attractions to interactive features, a day at the museum offers so much for every member of the family. In San Francisco, the choices are limitless – from one devoted to cable cars, to a place that showcases the many classic ...

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The Best Bike Routes in the Bay Area

Do you ever wonder how the Bay Area earned its reputation as a cyclist’s paradise? Add these notable routes to your ride plans and see for yourself. Embarcadero-Sausalito The beginner-friendly ride It will take you approximately ...

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Types of mortgages

Years ago, there were only three types of mortgage programs available to home buyers: fixed-rate conventional mortgages, VA loans, and FHA loans. Nowadays, there’s a wider range of mortgage loan types buyers can choose from. Buying a home...

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What makes a good offer?

After sifting through multiple listings and attending many open houses, you’ve finally found the home of your dreams. Now it’s time for you to make an offer. How do you determine an ideal price? What are you going to do in case there are...

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What is title insurance?

Title insurance is a type of indemnity insurance that is used to protect the holder in the event of financial loss due to flaws in a title to a property or invalidity of mortgage loans. Lender’s title insurance is one of the most common types...

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Major parts of a purchase contract

A real estate purchase contract, also known as a residential purchase agreement or contract to purchase real estate, is a binding agreement involving two or more parties legally capable to purchase or exchange real property. While money is m...

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Why you should hold an open house

When selling a home, there are various ways to provide buyers with access to the property. One of them is to hold an open house, which allows potential buyers to visit the home physically. An open house can be a highly effective part of you...

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Spring is in: 7 Can’t miss SF events

When spring rolls around, San Francisco comes to life with a myriad of fun events. If you’re visiting the City by the Bay at this time of year, make sure to mark your calendar and save these dates: Saint Patrick’s Day (March 17) St....

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Theater attractions in February

As one of the premier cultural centers in the United States, San Francisco features dozens of plays, musicals, ballets, and other shows every week at its many theaters and performance venues. Here’s a list of some of the theater attractio...

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Valentine’s Day in San Francisco

Romance is in the air as February ushers in Valentine’s Day in San Francisco. You and your significant other will never run out of places to go and things to do in the city in this special month. Here are our top suggestions: Have a...

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January Events in San Francisco Part 3

January has always been a festive month in San Francisco. Here are a few more events happening this month: Zinfandel Experience (ZinEX) Grand Tasting 2018 January 20, 2018, 11 a.m. 1098 The Embarcadero Gain access to over 500 Zinfadels...

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January Events in San Francisco Part 2

There’s no shortage of fun events in San Francisco. The city welcomes the new year with these events in and around town. San Francisco Tape Music Festival January 5-7, 2018, 9.pm. Victoria Theatre 2961 16th St Tape is the only festi...

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January Events in San Francisco Part 1

There’s no better time to be in San Francisco than January, when a series of colorful events liven up the city. Here are some of them.  Mortified: Share the Shame          January 12, 7:30 p.m.         DNA Lounge    ...

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Things That Look like Fun to Do in January

Just when you thought things were about to quiet down, San Francisco gives you more events to attend. Check out these fun events in January. SF Restaurant Week SF is known for its vibrant restaurant scene, and this days-long celebration...

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San Francisco’s Best January Events

There’s no shortage of annual events in the Bay Area – San Franciscans continue to celebrate these hotly anticipated events year after year. Join us as we observe these long-standing festivities in January.   Martin Luther King...

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Great Parks in San Francisco

The Japanese Tea Garden is one of the main attractions at Golden Gate Park There’s no shortage of green spaces in the Golden City. Visit these parks and enjoy a fun, relaxing day out. Golden Gate Park One of SF’s gems, this par...

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San Francisco in November

Visiting in the fall? Make sure you’re ready for November weather in SF. And don’t forget to check out these fun events while you’re in town. November events The Great Dickens Christmas Fair – Thanksgiving weekend in SF marks...

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San Francisco Symphony’s Summer Series

The San Francisco Symphony (SFS) brought world-class entertainment to audiences this summer. Film classics, popular musicians, and composers kept patrons glued to their seats. The symphony’s summer offerings included live performances ...

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Guide for Architecture Lovers in SF

San Francisco is known for its distinctive architecture. Here’s a guide to some of the city’s best-loved architectural landmarks. Painted Ladies Also called Postcard Row for its picturesque quality, this lane of brightly-painted ...

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