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Dealing with a Home Disaster in San Mateo County with Less Stress

Living in San Mateo County you think that your home is a place for safety and security and a refuge from the stresses of life. However, if disaster strikes your home, you may need a little know-how to get through the process of filing an insurance claim. You will be surprised at the amount of…Read More »

How’s the Market? Burlingame CA May 2012

If you are in the market to buy a home in Burlingame you are keenly aware that the market has become red hot in some price ranges. We are seeing multiple offers pushing prices well above the list price and these are appraising, too, so the banks are in line with what’s happening in Burlingame.…Read More »

How Buying a Home is Like Finding the Perfect Shoe – San Mateo CA

The old adage “one shoe fits all” does not work when buying home. For that matter, it doesn’t work when shoe shopping, either! Homes, like shoes, are very personal, and often emotionally-based purchases. Try as they might to create a home that will meet every need and every taste, home builders are aware that it…Read More »

Getting to Know Your New Home & Neighbors – San Mateo CA

Moving to a new home gives you an opportunity to redefine yourself and a chance to make new friends. Getting to know neighbors can be time-consuming, but is completely worthwhile since neighbors help one another out and keep track of the neighborhood comings and goings and can even share a smile when you are feeling…Read More »

Energy Tax Credits For Your Home in 2012: San Mateo County, CA

If you believe that global warming is a real issue and you’re already trying to do your part, there are many ways to go Green in your daily living. Whether you want to use solar energy so you can go off the grid or are interested in other options here are some things to consider.…Read More »

How’s the Market – Burlingame CA – 03.28.2012

The City of Trees, Burlingame CA, has charm and location going for it. There are no tract homes in Burlingame and that’s one of the reasons people want to live there. Here’s a look at how the real estate market is doing in Burlingame today. Like our other communities, we don’t have enough new listings…Read More »

Saving Money in Your New Home – Burlingame CA

Everyone likes to save money. Everyone, even billionaires do. Part of owning a home, whether it’s a house, townhouse or condo, is home maintenance and if you’re disciplined about doing it, you can not only save money on your home, but help the environment with these tips. Energy use is a huge portion of our…Read More »

How’s the Market – Hillsborough CA – 03.26.2012

Who has the best schools in our area? If you said Hillsborough, you’d be correct and that’s why so many people aspire to move there. The homes are large. The lots are mostly a half acre or more, and the trees and views and ambience makes this one of the most coveted communities on the…Read More »

Terms to Know When Buying or Selling a Home

The real estate industry, like most others, uses jargon that is sometimes difficult to understand. Consider this a primer to learning a few of those terms. Here’s a step by step definition that will make you sound “in the know” when buying or selling a home. “CLOSING” - Closing refers to the final steps in securing…Read More »

2012 – An Affordable Time to Buy a Home in Burlingame CA

A combination of historically low mortgage rates and corrections in home pricing are resulting in the most affordable home market in two decades in San Mateo County. This is great news for home buyers if you are able to qualify for a loan. Stricter guidelines and qualifications make getting a home loan more challenging. Potential…Read More »