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Once you make the decision to move to the Bay Area you will have to figure out where you want to live. Living close to work may seem like a no brainer, but it doesn't always work out that way. We've done some of the homework for you on the different cities, towns and communities that surround San Francisco Bay. Whether they hug the mountains, dot the coastline or sprawl across the valley, these communities all have something unique to offer their inhabitants. 

For some people grocery shopping is a ritual, while others see it as a necessary evil. The fact remains we must all buy food. The Bay Area has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to grocery stores. Here, we give you a lengthy list of the stores, both independent and chain, that you will likely frequent for your groceries and other sundries.

Bay Area real estate is always a hot topic of conversation. Whether you've lived here for a while or are contemplating a move to the area, whether you rent or buy, in this article we discuss the ups, the downs, the ins, the outs and the ugly truth about the Bay Area real estate market.

The Bay Area is almost as well known for it's gridlock as it is for being home to the tech giants of the world. Knowing how to navigate traffic is an essential skill for any newcomer. In this post we give you the tools you need to make your commute...well...less painful.

Selecting the right school for your child or children is most definitely a personal choice. If you're new to the Bay Area and haven't a clue what schools are available to you and your family, this is a good place to start. 

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Moving can be overwhelming, even if it's just down the street. Now imagine pulling up stakes and relocating to a new country and region that you are completely unfamiliar with. The only thing people seem to know about the Bay Area--other than its Silicon Valley moniker--is the sky-high cost of living. In this article we give you some insights on how to begin your search for real estate.

This blog post delves a bit deeper into the history of how health care and health insurance became inextricably linked in the United States.

We break down the basics of what your US health insurance provides and some of the healthcare pitfalls to avoid.

Meet Madeline Jhawar, an Edmonton native who has called the Bay Area home for the last six years. Her wanderlust inspired her to start her own travel business and she is ready and willing to play tour guide to new arrivals from Canada to her community here in Northern California.