Born and raised in Newark, California, right here in the East Bay, I have a deep-rooted connection to this community. I went to school here, grew up here, and even had my own children attend the local schools. This area is more than just a place to live; it's a part of my identity, and I know it like the back of my hand—the people, the neighborhoods, and the real estate market. Over 40 years of residential real estate buying, selling, and refina...