As part of our ongoing public interest interview series, we recently interviewed Vickie Breslin, proprietor of The Post restaurant on Main Street in Los Altos. From it’s newly constructed interiors, to its “Comfort Food You Can Feel Good About” menu, The Post is certain to be a hit in Los Altos. Listen in on our discussion regarding the restaurant’s origins, cocktail mixology, menu strategy and the upcoming Kentucky Derby event.
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Getting to Know GreenTown Los Altos and Their Priorities
/in Public Interest/by Suzanne BellAs part of our ongoing public interest interview series, we recently sat down with Margie Suozzo of GreenTown Los Altos regarding GTLA’s history, initiatives and their current Skip The Straw campaign. The interview was conducted within the native gardens at the David and Lucile Packard Foundation headquarters in downtown Los Altos. Read more
Are You up to Speed on The Key Tax Law Changes of 2017?
/in Legal/Finance, Real Estate/by Rick BellAs part of our ongoing public interest interview series, we recently sat down with Marc Leardini of the Mountain View based CPA firm Young, Craig & Co. LLP. Our discussion centered on some of the key Tax Law Changes of 2017, including provisions surrounding SALT, which bear particular relevance to those in California.
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Let’s Meet at The Post in Los Altos!
/in Public Interest, Real Estate/by Suzanne BellAs part of our ongoing public interest interview series, we recently interviewed Vickie Breslin, proprietor of The Post restaurant on Main Street in Los Altos. From it’s newly constructed interiors, to its “Comfort Food You Can Feel Good About” menu, The Post is certain to be a hit in Los Altos. Listen in on our discussion regarding the restaurant’s origins, cocktail mixology, menu strategy and the upcoming Kentucky Derby event.
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Investing in Commercial Real Estate in Downtown Los Altos
/in Public Interest, Real Estate/by Rick BellWe know this will be a familiar face for many of you! We recently sat down with Dr. David R. Boschken, D.M.D. of Los Altos Orthodontics regarding the recent purchase of a facility in downtown Los Altos for his orthodontic practice. David discusses his thinking behind this investment and the revitalization of downtown Los Altos.
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Transferring One’s Personal Residence Property Tax Basis to a New Residence
/in Legal/Finance, Real Estate/by Rick BellRick interviews Dennis Young (CPA) of Young, Craig & Co., LLP regarding the guidelines and process under which one may be able transfer the property tax basis from their personal residence to a new residence following the sale of their home. As an alternative, Dennis explains a strategy for utilizing the proceeds of the sale of a personal residence in purchasing an investment property and the tax implications.
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The Process and Complications of Building a New Home Today
/in Home Design, Real Estate/by Rick BellIn this video, we’ll discuss the process and complications of building a new home today. Rick Bell is a real estate agent with Compass in Los Altos and interviews Shawn Owen of Owen Signature Homes. Rick and Shawn discuss various aspects of the residential home building process, including, site vetting, timing, obstacles and general costing. The interview is conducted on an Owen Signature Homes construction site and specifically addresses development in Los Altos Hills.
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Los Altos Welcomes Morsey’s Farmhouse
/in Lifestyle, Public Interest/by Suzanne BellI recently had the pleasure of interviewing Yulia Morsey of Morsey’s Farmhouse, a recently opened Farm to Table restaurant in downtown Los Altos. Yulia and Kaled Morsey own and operate the largest buffalo ranch in North America, which is located just outside of Sacramento. Buffalo serves as the inspiration for their new restaurant, which includes a wide range of buffalo based menu items. I have dined at Morsey’s Farmhouse and really enjoyed both the food and atmosphere.
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How Neighbors May Complicate a Sale Transaction
/in Legal/Finance, Real Estate/by Rick BellRick Bell is a real estate agent with Alain Pinel Realtors in Los Altos and interviews real estate attorney, Harry Price, regarding real estate issues that commonly find their way to Harry’s desk. When the real estate sign goes up, neighbors may come out of the woodwork to address lingering issues between the parties, which can frustrate a sale. Rick and Harry discuss aspects of this issue when marketing a home for sale.
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