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The Top Reasons to Call Livermore, California, Your Home
Greetings, future Livermore locals! If you've been dreaming of a place where the sun shines brighter, the community spirit is contagious, and the possibilities are endless, look no further than the hidden gem of Livermore, California. Let's explore the reasons why living in Livermore is an experience filled with warmth, charm, and endless opportunities.
Tri-Valley Summer Guide
Summer in the Tri-Valley, California – where the sun shines bright, and the adventures are endless! Whether you're a local looking for new thrills or a visitor seeking the ultimate summer experience, the Tri-Valley has something for everyone.
Spring Homeowner Trends: Elevating Your Home's Value and Appeal
As spring blooms, homeowners seek ways to rejuvenate their living spaces and enhance their property values. Understanding and implementing the latest trends can significantly impact your home's marketability. Here are some key spring homeowner trends tailored to optimize your home's appeal and value.
Top Reasons to Make Pleasanton, California Your Home Sweet Home
If you're on the lookout for the perfect place to call home, look no further than the enchanting city of Pleasanton, California. Nestled in the heart of the Bay Area, Pleasanton offers a unique blend of charm, community spirit, and modern conveniences. Let's dive into the top reasons why living in Pleasanton is an experience like no other.
Spend Your 2024 in Downtown Pleasanton
The Pleasanton Downtown Association's 2024 event schedule features a condensed 1st Weekends on Main series, a three-month lineup brimming with Friday Concerts in the Park, and the much-anticipated return of showcase special event nights.
Connect California Homes’ FREE Home Seller’s Seminars
Connect California Homes has created a series of FREE Home Seller Seminars for our community to serve as a resource to provide practical guidance and insights for homeowners navigating selling their home in our current real estate market.
Where to Find Santa in the East Bay Area
The Holiday Season has arrived, which means Santa Claus is coming to town! Here are many opportunities to find Santa around the East Bay Area for a magical photoshoot experience with your kids.
The Story Behind the Sale - 3484 Windsor Court, Pleasanton
Every seller’s journey is unique. When the sellers of 3484 Windsor Court approached our dedicated real estate team, they had a clear goal in mind - to see a '2' in front of the final sale price.
Top 12 Questions To Ask When Interviewing A Realtor®
Working with the right professional can make all the difference in whether or not you have a smooth and swift sale, as well as a satisfying experience during what could otherwise be a stressful situation.
What Experts Project for Home Prices Over the Next 5 Years
If you're planning to buy a home, one thing to consider is what experts project home prices will do in the future and how that might affect your investment. While you may have seen negative news over the past year about home prices, they’re doing far better than expected and are rising across the country. And data shows, experts forecast home prices will keep appreciating.
Selling Your Parent's Home
In times of change and transition, we understand the emotional connection that often comes with selling a beloved family home filled with years of precious memories. Pair that with all the decisions that need to be made around clearing physical contents and what sorts of repairs or upgrades to make (or not), and the whole situation can feel downright daunting!
Comparing Today's Housing Market to our Previous 'Unicorn' Years Doesn't Add Up: Here's Why!
Attempting to compare housing market metrics between different years can be quite difficult in a typical housing market scenario. However, it's important to note that the past few years have been far from ordinary. In fact, they can be described as extraordinary or "unicorn" years due to the unprecedented economic state brought on by the pandemic. In this article, we will explain why you shouldn’t compare today’s housing market to the state of the market in 2020–2022.
Selling Your House Off-Market: Is It the Right Choice for You?
Off-market sales are typically achieved through discreet, direct conversations by real estate agents who utilize their professional network to identify the best suited and most highly motivated subset of buyers. While this targeted buyer pool is unquestionably smaller than what a full on-market advertisement of a property would attract, there are instances in which this less popular alternative may be more advantageous for a particular type of seller.
Get Excited for the Alameda County Fair! - JUNE 16 - JULY 9, 2023
It’s time to get ready for the Alameda County Fair, hosted at the Alameda County Fairgrounds from June 16th to July 9th, 2023. This highly anticipated annual event draws visitors from all over California.
California Proposition 19: Understanding Its Value to Homeowners
As a California homeowner, you may have heard about Proposition 19, which was passed by voters in the 2020 election. This measure has the ability to save you hundreds of dollars when it comes to capital gains tax!
Tips for a Healthy Heart
In honor of Heart Health Awareness Month and our campaign, Connect to a Cause, our team at Connect California Homes would like to share some tips to help you keep your heart healthy!
Connect to a Cause - Heart Health Month!
At Connect California Homes, we understand that it is a privilege and an honor to live in the communities that we serve.
ADUs: Before You Build Checklist
ADUs are HOT, HOT, HOT! But don't rush into it before consulting this Top 10 list of things to be consider BEFORE building an ADU.
GOING PINK - We raised over $1000 for Culinary Angels
We're Going Pink for the month of October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention.
Notes To A First Time Homebuyer
So we all survived the “pandemic years” and you are now thinking of buying your first home. Congratulations! Now what!!??!! Where do you go from here?!