From summer vacations to winter holidays, it seems each season offers the perfect excuse to put off our to-do list. But be careful, homeowners: neglecting your home’s maintenance could put your personal safety—and one of your largest financial investments—at serious risk. In no time at all, small problems can lead to extensive and expensive repairs. […]
10 Ways to Give Back to Our Local Community This Holiday Season
This year has demonstrated, perhaps more than ever, the importance of our family, friends, neighbors, and community. It truly “takes a village” to keep a community functioning effectively, whether that’s by keeping our waterways clean, feeding the hungry, teaching our kids, or supporting small businesses. With the holidays right around the corner, December offers the […]
What’s the Weather Like in Brentwood?
Weather Brentwood CA Weather. Everyone wants to know what it’s going to be like. Will it rain? Is it going to be hot or windy? What’s the weather like in general in Brentwood? We all talk about the weather. We like to watch The Weather Channel. We like to complain about the weather. It’s a […]
Winner’s Choice Drawing Entry Form
You could win a $100 gift card for Amazon.com, Starbucks, Target, HomeGoods, or Lowe’s! It’s Winner’s Choice! Entry Rules Our Winner’s Choice Drawings are held once a quarter. The Winner will be selected from a random drawing of all entries submitted. The Drawing is open to all subscribers of our email newsletter. No purchase required. […]
9 Ways to Share the Spirit of the Season
The holiday season is upon us, and many of us have already begun to celebrate. From trimming trees to lighting candles, it’s the time of year to fill your homes (and hearts) with holiday joy. But there’s no need to stop at your front door. Let the spirit of the season radiate outward from your […]
An Insiders Look at Creating Christmas Wreaths
In case you weren’t aware, my brother Brian and his wife, Robin own and run a Christmas tree farm in Foresthill, California. The Guthrie Tree Farm is nestled in the foothills of the Sierra-Nevada mountains in Placer County. Every year, Libby and I go up to visit and make Christmas wreaths for our clients. This year […]
5 Reasons Why Winter is a Great Time to Buy or Sell a Home
‘Tis the Season to buy or sell your home It’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t try to buy or sell a home during the fall and winter months. This is generally considered the “offseason” in real estate, even by many real estate agents. Many sellers mistakenly believe that the cold weather will keep buyers […]