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4th of July Hotspots! What you need to know.

4th of July can be an overwhelming Holiday. Especially when you are not sure where you want to go or what you want to do. Below you will find a list of events all over the Bay Area and you can choose what best suits your family's needs. Click Here for the full list of...

Say Goodbye to Stainless Steel Appliances! Slate is here to stay.

"What is GE Slate? An alternative for the favored glossy stainless steel, slate has a matte finish. Its gray color is neutral and blends in with any color palette and texture. Created with a natural-stone look in mind, slate is a versatile color that easily extends...

Market Update for the Month of April:

These are the current Monthly Market Updates for the Tri-Valley area. You will find useful information about what is currently on the market, how long they have been on the market, what the median price is and how many sold listings there have been in each city....

30 Can’t-Miss Home Staging Tips

Grimy bathroom walls are a major red flag to buyers. Here is an easy way to get rid of surface mold: Mix a spray bottle with one part water and one part bleach. Just spray it on the wall, and watch the mold disappear. Give it a fresh coat of paint, and your grimy...

Sick of Winter? These Houseplants Will Perk Up Your Mood

Real talk: “JanuFeb” can be grim. The holidays are a distant memory, and now you have to slog through a barrage of dark, frigid days until spring makes its glorious appearance. To escape that persistent winter funk, shake off that heated Snuggie and take a trip to the...

4 ways to protect your home from heavy rain and floods

The weather's turning and one thing we should all be doing is protecting our homes from possible floods. In previous years, many houses just weren’t prepared for the deluge of rain, so what can homeowners do to make sure they limit damage from flooding and to the...

Open House Timeline: Countdown to a Successful Sale

An inviting open house can put your home on buyers’ short lists. Get ready for your open house — stress-free — by starting early and breaking down your to-do list into manageable chunks. Use this timeline of 35 tips and your house will stand out from the competition...

4 Big Reasons to Become a Homeowner This Year

Still on the fence about becoming a homeowner? While owning a home comes with many responsibilities, its financial and personal benefits can prove it to be one of the best investments you’ll ever make. 1.Tax Breaks One of the greatest perks of becoming a home owner is...

New Year, New Landscape — What to Do in Your January Garden

The holidays are receding from view, and the excitement of the new year is brimming. Whether tending your garden is a New Year’s resolution or a release, all sorts of garden chores can make you feel productive this month. Scan seed catalogs, prune deciduous trees,...