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5 Back to School Tips

August 13, 2020/in Lifestyle /by Suzanne Bell

Though back-to-school season looks a little different this year, it’s still one of the best times of the year. Here are a few tips to consider as you embark on the new school year.

Los Altos | 121 Del Monte Avenue, Offered at $ 2,395,000

August 3, 2020/in Real Estate /by Rick Bell

We are pleased to present this charming Los Altos cottage, located within North Los Altos and only a short distance from downtown Los Altos, the Village at San Antonio Center, the Village Court Shopping Center, the San Antonio Caltrain Station and iconic dining options like Chef Chu’s, Armadillo Willy’s and Esther’s German Bakery.

Los Altos | 1497 Topar Avenue, Offered at $ 2,395,000

July 12, 2020/in Real Estate /by Rick Bell

We are pleased to present this charming Los Altos ranch home, located just above Loyola Corners and only a short distance from the gates to the Los Altos Golf and Country Club. From this well located home, with access to many amenities, one still has the overwhelming feeling that they are in the country.

Mountain View | 1875 Appletree Lane, Offered at $ 2,795,000

June 21, 2020/in Real Estate /by Suzanne Bell

We are pleased to present this charming single level home, located within Mountain View’s most desirable neighborhood, which is commonly known as Blossom Valley. This fine property is located just a short distance from Springer Elementary and feeds to Georgina P. Blach Intermediate and Mountain View High School. This very functional floor plan includes a formal living room, formal dining area, laundry room and a family room abutting the kitchen, with its brand-new Carrera marble counters. This property has been tastefully updated over the years, is in move in condition and sits on an oversized parcel.

How Did Feasible Become So Ambiguous?

May 4, 2020/in Real Estate /by Rick Bell

We hope that you are doing well and wanted to touch base regarding the recent modifications to the Shelter in Place order, as they relate to residential real estate marketing and sale transactions. While the specific guidelines of the original order, amendments and related documents are in black and white, there continues to be a lot of discussion surrounding their interpretation and how they mesh with the practicalities of preparing and marketing a residential property for sale.

5 Things to Do While “Social Distancing”

April 16, 2020/in Lifestyle /by Suzanne Bell

As we head into another week of this Shelter-In-Place mandate, I’m sure some of you are on the brink of going stir-crazy. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of some fun things you can do during this time.

5 Tips for Working From Home

March 31, 2020/in Lifestyle, Public Interest /by Suzanne Bell

Millions of Americans have recently begun working from home to practice social distancing — a situation that may be brand new for many! Check out the five tips below to make working from home productive and successful.

The Stock Market, COVID 19 and Learning From Prior Real Estate Cycles

March 17, 2020/in Legal/Finance, Real Estate /by Rick Bell

Over the past few weeks, many have been asking how the stock market and COVID 19 has been impacting our local real estate market, both in terms of property value and the marketing process. This topic is definitely a moving target and prior to the 3.17.20 shelter in place order, the general consensus was that appropriately priced mainstream properties appeared to be selling in a relatively timely and orderly manner.

March Home Tips and Lifestyle Cues

March 9, 2020/in Home Design, Lifestyle /by Suzanne Bell

With warmer (and longer) days just around the corner, the Bay Area is springing back to life. Read on for insider tips for your home and lifestyle cues curated just for you.

5 Things To Do In The Bay Area This Weekend | 2.24.20

February 24, 2020/in Lifestyle /by Suzanne Bell

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? You’ll find the details and links for 4 festive Bay Area events along with information on the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Free Family Day, linked in the article below.

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