San Francisco's East Bay is made up of more than 30 towns and cities, including Berkeley, Alameda, and Oakland. Transportation to and from the entire Bay Area is easy, with access to two major airports, sea ports, railways, and three major bridge connections.
Thanks to the major industries located here (government, Chevron, Safeway, Kaiser, and more), many East Bayer's both live and work on this side of the water. The various East Bay Chambers of Commerce are diligent about wooing even more business into the area, to stimulate economic growth and improve the quality of life for everyone in the region.
Education is key in the East Bay, from Waldorf Schools, right up to U.C. Berkeley, Cal State, community colleges, and theological seminaries. And of course, sports play a major role in the lives of East Bayer's, with the Oakland A's, the Golden State Warriors, and the Raiders all playing home games at the Coliseum.
There is an abundance of things to do and see in the East Bay, from hiking Mt. Diablo or Tilden Park, to fine food at almost 100 Zagat-rated restaurants, to live concerts and theaters, click here for listings. And if you're a dog lover, the East Bay is animal-friendly, offering many outdoor cafes and off-leash parks where Fido is welcome.
Investment Real Estate >Investment Property
Individuals who invest in real estate are doing very well these days. The potential for income, appreciation and possible tax savings makes investment property especially attractive.
It is important for you to get professional advice before you decide to buy investment property. You may want to start with a personal financial advisor who can help you set your investment goals. Your real estate agent can help you select a competitively-priced property that meets these goals, and can answer questions about why a particular property would be a solid investment. What features would make it easy to rent? What kind of maintenance expenses are you likely to incur? What will your cash flow be, and how will the tax savings affect your bottom line? While agents cannot predict how much a particular property will appreciate, they can give you the history of price trends in the market area.
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Where would you go if you wished to stay in the world's most expensive hotel room?
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The Imperial Suite at the President Wilson Hotel in Geneva, Switzerland, which can be reserved for $33,000 per night. |
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