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1926 Broadway Street, Chico, CA — historic Barber neighborhood home with a second unit
By Cathy Sambajon • September 19, 2026
Tour 1926 Broadway Street in Chico's historic Barber neighborhood — a 1910 home with a separate 2-bed second unit, listed at $449,000 by The NorCal Life.
6092 Cliff Drive, Paradise, CA — home on ¾ acre with canyon views
By Andrew Haskins • April 18, 2026
Discover 6092 Cliff Drive in Paradise, CA — a 4-bed, 2.5-bath home built in 2020 on ¾ acre with canyon views, RV parking and a shop. $589,000.
Understanding Cash to Close When Purchasing A Home — The NorCal Life blog
April 15, 2026
What is cash to close? The NorCal Life breaks down the fees, credits and adjustments beyond your down payment — and how to be ready on closing day.
Easy and Inexpensive Bathroom Updates You Can Make Before Selling Your Home — The NorCal Life blog
By Cathy Sambajon • March 27, 2026
Selling soon? These easy, inexpensive bathroom updates add style and function without a remodel — simple upgrades buyers notice, from The NorCal Life.
Graphic: Where to keep your down payment savings for your dream home
March 16, 2026
Saving for a down payment? Compare high-yield savings, CDs, money markets and first-time buyer accounts — where to keep your dream-home fund.
5 Ways Your Neighbors Can Affect Your Home's Value — The NorCal Life blog
February 23, 2026
Your neighbors can raise or lower your home's value. The NorCal Life covers five ways — from neglected yards to vacant homes — and what to do about them.
From Date Nights to Mortgage Payments: Tips for Couples Buying Their First Home Together — The NorCal Life blog
February 10, 2026
Buying your first home together? Tips for couples on money talks, priorities and splitting costs — from The NorCal Life Real Estate Group.
7 Simple But Effective Habits For A Cleaner and Tidier Home All Year — The NorCal Life blog
January 20, 2026
A cleaner home all year: 7 simple habits — donation basket, nightly reset, one-in-one-out — that keep mess from creeping back, from The NorCal Life.
Why You Should List Your Home at the Beginning of the Year — The NorCal Life blog
January 7, 2026
Listing your home at the beginning of the year can mean less competition and more serious buyers. Five reasons a January listing can pay off.