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By Doug Buenz, Doug Buenz Realtor | 680 Doug Buenz Group
(COMPASS)
4 Ways to Eliminate Pet Odor from Your Pleasanton Luxury Home  Homebuyers looking for Pleasanton luxury homes for sale will not be impressed with houses that smell like your beloved pets. It is very important, therefore, for sellers to identify and eliminate pet odors that make prospective buyers hold their noses and run for exits. You must work on ensuring that your home does not smell like your pets. Read on for some tips on how to get rid of pet odors.  1. Encourage ventilation If you want to eliminate offensive smells from your pets, the first thing that you have to do is let some air in by opening up the windows and doors. This might be challenging during the cooler months as it is hard to allow ventilation and still remain comfortable. However, not doing so can lead to an accumula...
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By Rhonda Fee - REALTOR®, Professional, Knowledgeable, Trustworthy
(Luxury Property Agent, Home Sales, Relocation)
Ignore These When House Hunting for Pleasanton Luxury Homes for Sale House hunting is not an easy task. There are a lot of factors involved and without a trusted Pleasanton luxury Realtor® to help you, the whole house hunting and buying process can become very challenging.  Fortunately, we’ve rounded up a few tips for home buyers like you. Instead of having to go house to house feeling disappointed with almost every visit, why not keep these tips in mind? Some home sellers take their time to ensure that the house they’re selling has that “lived-in” look and feel. Many sellers will hire home stagers to ensure that the house looks pristine and model-like. However, they can’t possibly decorate for all of the many different buyers’ tastes; what one might love, the next could dislike. For th...
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By Rhonda Fee - REALTOR®, Professional, Knowledgeable, Trustworthy
(Luxury Property Agent, Home Sales, Relocation)
Sold: 3 Bedroom Home for Sale in Pleasanton CA near Downtown | 2844 El Capitan Dr   This home is now sold. We had a lot of interested buyers for this property however, only one buyer got this house! Call Rhonda Fee at (925) 200-0827 to get your home on the market now to get the same results!    This stunning contemporary style 3 bedroom home for sale in Pleasanton CA near Downtown gives homeowners a chance at enjoying a private sanctuary that they can call their own. Picture vaulted ceilings, wall-to-wall carpeting, large dual pane windows, and lush landscaped front and backyard.     Invite family and friends over for dinner as you prepare homemade meals in the spacious kitchen which comes equipped with a dishwasher, dryer, range/oven, and refrigerator. Cook up a storm and fill the hom...
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By Rhonda Fee - REALTOR®, Professional, Knowledgeable, Trustworthy
(Luxury Property Agent, Home Sales, Relocation)
Sold: 3 Bedroom Home for Sale in Pleasanton CA near Award Winning Schools | 2844 El Capitan Dr This home is now sold. We had a lot of interested buyers for this property however, only one buyer got this house! Call Rhonda Fee at (925) 200-0827 to get your home on the market now to get the same results!  Have you been dreaming of a gorgeous 3 bedroom home for sale near Downtown Pleasanton with 2 and a half baths, an open floor plan, 2-car garage, dual pane windows, laminate flooring, wall-to-wall carpeting, vaulted ceilings, large dual pane windows, and a drought-resistant lush landscaped front and backyard? It’s time to stop dreaming and start living in this beautiful home for sale.  Built in 1988, this lovely home sits on approximately 3,800 sq. ft. of land and combines a traditional a...
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By Doug Buenz, Doug Buenz Realtor | 680 Doug Buenz Group
(COMPASS)
4 Common Challenges That Pleasanton Luxury Home Sellers Encounter  Deciding to put your Pleasanton luxury home for sale on the market is no easy feat. You need to prepare yourself for the challenges that homeowners face when they make up their mind to sell their properties. It pays to know these home selling hurdles so that you can address the issues early early on and reduce the stress and strain of the entire process. Here are some common challenges that home sellers face. 1. Selling in a crowded market Selling your property in a market that is already saturated with other Pleasanton CA luxury homes for sale is a financial challenge. In this kind of market, buyers tend to have the advantage since there is more inventory to choose from. As a result, sellers compete to attract potential...
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By Doug Buenz, Doug Buenz Realtor | 680 Doug Buenz Group
(COMPASS)
4 Best Ways to Steer Clear of Seller's Remorse  Seller’s remorse is a common reaction in a transaction. This usually happens when the sellers are not truly ready to part with their Pleasanton luxury home for sale. Sometimes, sellers may feel that it may be a bad decision or they are under the impression that they have to sell. Here are some tips to help you avoid seller's remorse when you turn over the keys.   1. Work with the best luxury real estate agents in Pleasanton As a seller, you need to feel confident with your agent. You should interview  a few agents and find out how much experience they have with homes in your neighborhood and price range. You should also ask your agent what buyers in the area want and how to make your home more attractive to the market. A real estate agent ...
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By Rhonda Fee - REALTOR®, Professional, Knowledgeable, Trustworthy
(Luxury Property Agent, Home Sales, Relocation)
Top Coffee Shops Near Pleasanton CA Luxury Homes for Sale Coffee shops are everywhere in Pleasanton CA. If you are looking for great coffee and pastries, you will enjoy roaming around this area at any time of the day. A Pleasanton Luxury REALTOR® can guide you in exploring the top coffee shops here.  Filigree Cakes & PastriesLocated at Mission Plaza near Pleasanton luxury homes, Filigree has been in business since 2009. Headed by pastry chef Judi Morton, Filigree has captured the tastes and hearts of their numerous customers with their gorgeous cakes and desserts that compliments their flavorful coffee. Dr Beanz Coffee BarIf you are driving and need some caffeine on the go, try stopping by Dr Beanz Coffee Bar. Just take the drive through lane and order from a variety of their coffee mix...
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By Janki (Hetal) Patel, Team Leader & CEO for The Janki Patel Team
(Legacy Real Estate and Associates)
The J-Team Successfully SOLD this Pleasanton CA Home.. Want to know what we do to SELL Homes for Maximum NET PROFIT ? Contact us below..  The J-Team successfully SOLD this HOME in Pleasanton CA....Want to know more about US? The JTeam is known for its Marketing Plan for getting your home SOLD for Maximum Net Profit! The JTeam is trained to do just that. We are well educated and we continously strieve to do the best for our clients Whether you are selling your home to relocate or are in need of a bigger home, or looking to buy a home in Alameda or Santa Clara County there's never been a better time to step into the ever so awesome Real Estate world of buying and selling. Whether this is your first home that you are buying or first home that you will be selling, there are some things you ...
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By Doug Buenz, Doug Buenz Realtor | 680 Doug Buenz Group
(COMPASS)
Top 4 Common Painting Mistakes to Avoid  A fresh coat of paint can do wonders to your Pleasanton luxury home for sale, inside and out. Although it may seem like a big investment to paint before you sell, in actuality, painting before selling is relatively inexpensive when you consider the higher price it will sell for. If you are keen on doing the job yourself, it will help if you know about common mistakes that people often make when they’re painting.   1. Not sampling the colors on your home Sampling paint color is extremely important and may help you steer clear of an expensive paint color mistake. Most of the time, many people are satisfied with “any good beige paint color” from the store. However, this approach will not give you an idea of the paint undertones of that color and how...
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By Rhonda Fee - REALTOR®, Professional, Knowledgeable, Trustworthy
(Luxury Property Agent, Home Sales, Relocation)
         Best Moving Tips for a New Pleasanton CA Luxury                Homeowner  So you just bought a new Pleasanton CA luxury home for sale - congratulations! Now the real work begins, starting with the moving process.  Any new homeowner can attest that moving can become emotionally and financially taxing. To help the new homeowner, here’s a list of moving tips that can make the transition less stressful for you and your family: 1. Plan ahead. Picture each room of the house and make a mental note of what will go with you to the moving truck and what will be left behind. Make a detailed list of everything you own, from description to quantity, and make copies of this list. Schedule when you will start packing, when the movers are supposed to arrive, and when you’re supposed to be at y...
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By Doug Buenz, Doug Buenz Realtor | 680 Doug Buenz Group
(COMPASS)
How to Prepare Your Kids for the Move to Your New Pleasanton HomeOnce you’ve found the right one among the many Pleasanton luxury homes for sale, you need to prepare yourself for the move. Whether you are moving to another state or just around the corner, moving is undoubtedly a stressful time in your life. Having kids in the process can make it more challenging. Here are some suggestions to help prepare your kids for the move and to help them see it as a positive thing.   Discuss the move with the kids The easiest way to prepare kids for the move is to talk about it. Children need time to get used to the idea of moving their home so don’t put off telling them. Experts say that the earlier you tell your kids that they are moving the better. Give them as much information about the move a...
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By Rhonda Fee - REALTOR®, Professional, Knowledgeable, Trustworthy
(Luxury Property Agent, Home Sales, Relocation)
Top Attractions Near Ruby Hill Pleasanton Luxury Homes The community of Ruby Hill in Pleasanton CA is one of the most well-renowned luxury communities in California. Located in the heart of the Livermore valley, the elegant estate homes and luxury homes are surrounded by scenic views of acres upon acres of award-winning vineyards. This gated community is made up of approximately 800 luxury homes, some of which are semi-custom built on up to 15,000 sq. ft. lots. These homes reflect the exclusive lifestyle and elegance built upon the Ruby Hill community. Many of the custom luxury homes in Pleasanton CA are built on more than half acre lots. Apart from beautiful dwellings, Ruby Hill offers a lot of nearby attractions that everyone in the family can enjoy. Ruby Hill Golf ClubThe acclaimed f...
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By Rhonda Fee - REALTOR®, Professional, Knowledgeable, Trustworthy
(Luxury Property Agent, Home Sales, Relocation)
Top Housewarming Gifts for New Neighbors in Pleasanton Luxury HomesHousewarming parties are a great way to meet the new homeowners of Pleasanton luxury homes. However, there’s no need to wait for a housewarming party to welcome your new neighbor to town. More often than not, they haven’t even unpacked everything and some boxes might still be with the moving company’s truck. So what better way to welcome them to the neighborhood than to give any of these top housewarming gifts:   Homemade meals -Cooking is probably the last thing on any new homeowner’s mind when moving. Chances are, their kitchen equipment might still be in any one of the unpacked boxes.  Taking time to search for their kitchenware, much less cook a meal is probably the last thing on their mind. Takeout would be the next...
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By Sean A. Beattie, Professional approach with positive results!!!
(Brivio Realty Inc)
Gorgeous home in sought after Stoneridge Neighborhood Overview Maps Photos Features Open House Market Stats $948,000 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Half BathroomInterior: 2,314 sqftLot: 7,485 sqftYear Built: 1969MLS #: 40712720 Location 7552 Hillsdale DrPleasanton, CA 94588USA Sean A Beattie RE REALTY EXPERTS(800) 517-7326seanabeattie@gmail.comhttp://www.GetHomesHere.com       Listed by: RE REALTY EXPERTS Our recent listings Gorgeous home in sought after Stoneridge NeighborhoodMeticulously renovated to perfection!!!Excellent investment opportunity!Excellent investment opportunity!!!Bright and spacious single story home!!! Subscribe to our listing feed Nearby properties for sale
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By Rhonda Fee - REALTOR®, Professional, Knowledgeable, Trustworthy
(Luxury Property Agent, Home Sales, Relocation)
Finding Your Dream Home with the Help of a Pleasanton Luxury REALTOR® So you’ve finally decided to purchase your own home. You’re confident about your financial status, you’ve read up on the latest local market reports available online and the only thing you need now is a trusted real estate agent for Pleasanton CA homes for sale. But do you really need one? How can a REALTOR® help you find your dream home?The process of buying a home for sale in Pleasanton might not be as easy as you might think. Fortunately, a REALTOR® can help make the process as easy, comfortable and budget-friendly for you as possible. Realtors® have up-to-date listing information. REALTOR® have all the information on available local listings. The information they provide will give specific details of the home incl...
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By Doug Buenz, Doug Buenz Realtor | 680 Doug Buenz Group
(COMPASS)
4 Ways to Emotionally Detach from Your Pleasanton Luxury Home  Selling your home can be a challenging process especially if you have lived there for quite some time. Your home holds special memories and is an important part of your identity. However, when the time comes to sell your home, having a “love affair” with it can work against you and make your Pleasanton luxury home for sale stay on the market longer.  Here are some tips for emotionally detaching from your home so that it is easier to sell:   1. Think of your home as a product to be marketed If you are still emotionally attached to your high end real estate for sale in Pleasanton, it will be more difficult to see it as a product to be marketed. If you are not emotionally prepared to sell, you might make the mistake of listing ...
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By Rhonda Fee - REALTOR®, Professional, Knowledgeable, Trustworthy
(Luxury Property Agent, Home Sales, Relocation)
How to Get Fit and Healthy While Living in Pleasanton Luxury HomesStaying fit is important to maintain a healthy body. There are many ways to achieve firm muscles and improve your body’s endurance. You can start by developing the proper mindset and attitude as this can be a major factor to help you succeed in achieving your fitness goals. If you’re having difficulty focusing on exercising in the comfort of your Pleasanton luxury home, there are many fitness facilities, walking & biking trails or nearby hiking to help keep you motivated. Many people choose a fitness center that matches their lifestyle. Fitness centers have a variety of programs to assist individuals in  reaching their goals.   For those preferring to workout alone, they can start off by hiring a personal trainer to help ...
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By Doug Buenz, Doug Buenz Realtor | 680 Doug Buenz Group
(COMPASS)
4 Strategies for Hosting an Open House for Your Pleasanton Home Holding an open house is one of the best ways to invite the public to see your Pleasanton home for sale. Many prospective buyers jump at the chance to view and tour a potential home. If done right, an open house can become the key that will open the door to the sale that you have been hoping for. To ensure that your open house will be a huge success, here is a list of things you should consider.   Schedule your open house as soon as possibleAfter listing your Pleasanton CA real estate for sale, hold your open house as soon as possible. If you want to maximize foot traffic, then you should coordinate the date and time of your open house with other open houses in your area. You should also start your open house an hour earlie...
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By Doug Buenz, Doug Buenz Realtor | 680 Doug Buenz Group
(COMPASS)
4 Things to Do before Settling in Your New Pleasanton Home Settling into your new home is a big adjustment for you and your family. Even though it seems like all the hard work of finding the right one among the Pleasanton homes for sale is behind you, you still need to do careful planning so that you can have a smooth move-in. Here are some tips to help you settle into your new home as quickly  and seamlessly as possible.   Inform others about your new addressMake sure to spread the word when you move into your new home in Pleasanton CA. Remember to file change of address forms with the post office so that your mail will be sent to your new address. It is better if you will do this before you move so that you will not miss any important mail or bills that have to be settled. You also ne...
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By Rhonda Fee - REALTOR®, Professional, Knowledgeable, Trustworthy
(Luxury Property Agent, Home Sales, Relocation)
Tips and Tricks for First Time Sellers of Pleasanton Luxury Homes If you are a newbie to the real estate selling market, chances are you have little or absolutely no idea about the process for selling your Pleasanton luxury home. You may find yourself scratching your head with the question, “how do I sell my Pleasanton home?”Here are some great tips and tricks to get you started in the home selling process:1. Hire the best REALTOR® in Pleasanton CADon’t hire just any agent, but an agent who specializes in selling Pleasanton luxury homes for sale. An agent can save you time, reduce your stress in tackling complex details and help you sell your home in the shortest amount of time at the best price possible. Make sure the agent you hire is someone you fully trusting with such an important ...
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