With 2018 already well underway, you’re likely starting to think about all the things that you’d...
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Market Update for the Month of March:
These are the current Monthly Market Updates for the Tri-Valley area. You will find useful...
How to Turn Your Home Into a Smart Home
Security Camera If you sleep better at night knowing your home is being protected, the Nest Cam...
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,...