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An Oakland maker turns out functional canvas totes and buckets for multitasking people on the go.
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These Bay Area-made skincare products are conceived by California herbalists with conscience.
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Parents can select quality, organic cotton print clothing for kids made by Mightly, a brand launched by three momtrepreneurs.
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Lea Redmond and her team at Leafcutter Designs mail thousands of tiny letters and packages around the world.
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From cookbooks and chore coats to world-class art and smart ovens, here’s how to wow everyone on your shopping list.
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In 2020, we learned the importance of being prepared for anything. As you meet with your advisor to review your progress toward your financial goals, these four questions can help you identify areas of your financial life that may need more attention, and others that...
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Richmond Estate Planning Attorney, Sara Diamond answers questions about wills, trusts, powers of attorney and advance health care directives.
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Use these four questions as a guide to help you plan ahead for future medical and caregiving needs. Most people don’t want to think about the health-related what-ifs that come with aging, let alone talk about them — especially with family. Nonetheless, that...
Faramarz Moeen-Ziai featured as 2021 Best Mortgage Broker in Oakland and the East Bay
Faramarz Moeen-Ziai became a Golden State Warriors fan in 2002. One year later, he joined the mortgage industry after being a business owner for more than 10 years. Fast forward to 2015, when the Warriors won their first of three NBA titles over the next four years....