Source: PEXELS.com Home.  Home is where your heart is. This should be your sanctuary, where you leave all worries and concerns behind. But, what if this is where the issues lie? We all want to have neighbors that you can easily get along with. But it’s not always the case, in fact, you’ll probably a nasty neighbor or two in your lifetime. The best way to deal with this is by following a couple of...

Open Houses The truth is, selling a home is no easy task. That’s why we offer a multitude of services to cover all areas of property listings for our clients. Our services include staging, professional photography & videography, 3D WALKINTOUR, premium flyers, and a dedicated website. Such efforts will convince potential buyers to walk through the open house, tour the property, and submit an...

How To Choose a Filter and When to Replace It There are many benefits to having filters. You can improve your indoor air quality, keep your home clean, lower your energy bill, relieve your allergies, etc. Air contaminants can greatly effect your health--so, stay healthy! With a good filter, you can enjoy better air flow, less Choosing a filter can be a troubling task--which one do I want? Which is...

Supplemental Property Taxes: what are they? Have you ever heard of the term “Supplemental Property Taxes”? Let’s face it, home-ownership comes with an abundance of new questions and terminology. Let us help you understand this matter in simple terms by providing information and answers to frequently asked questions. Supplemental Property Taxes have been around since 1983, but what are they? Our...

It is that time of year again...are you ready?  It's mid-September! Parents, are you struggling to keep up with packing school lunches, homework help, balancing work life, etc? Perhaps you are having trouble with finding ways to transport your kids around or need to make a solo grocery store run. How will you navigate through the school year smoothly? How will you juggle carpools, sports practices,...

  There is no doubt that home ownership requires much maintenance and care. After all, you do spend an abundance of your spare time in your nest. This is where memories are created, where laughter is born, where most people share the most private of conversations. What if that is violated? Do you ever wonder what happens to your home once you leave your sanctuary? Curious as to what happened to...

Disclaimer, I'm not affiliated with American Express in any way. Their financing program has its pros and cons. It may or may not fit your needs. The purpose of this article is to help our audience understand the pricing science and math behind their program. I'm not endorsing or recommending against the program. How It Works Over the last 6 months, I have received several letters from the American...

Tiny Homes Freedom. Mobility. Unique dwellings. What's not to like about tiny homes? Just like with anything in life, there are pros and cons. Thinking of downsizing? Want to live off the grid? Have the urge to explore? Tiny homes are definitely on people's minds--home buyers of all ages are considering this option. What is a Tiny Home and what does it consist of? Generally speaking, tiny...

  CALifornia Dreaming… Long time renters, are you currently renting and tired of paying for someone else’s mortgage? Let’s face it, renting is not going to build equity and if you haven’t saved a lot for the down payment, you may think that it is impossible to purchase a home. If you have always dreamed of owning your own home in the highly coveted Bay Area, but lack the funds for a 20%...

What Is a Buyer’s Agent and Do You Need One? Imagine driving by a new development in your desired neighborhood. Nearby, there are good schools, well-maintained parks, grocery stores, streets perfect for morning strolls in a neighborhood adorned with cute little shops and cafes. Such is the dream life. Curious as to what these homes look like on the inside (and if it is even something that your...