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December | Mary Ann's "It-List"

• 12/5/24

November | Mary Ann's "It-List"

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 11/6/24

October | Mary Ann's "It-List"

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 10/17/24

September | Mary Ann's "It-List"

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 09/5/24

Buying a Home in Millbrae

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 12/15/23

Everything you need to know for a streamlined home-buying journey.

Best ROI Home Improvements for Your Home

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 12/15/23

Boost your home’s value with these strategic upgrades.

9 Most Googled Questions About Real Estate in 2023

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 12/15/23

Read on for answers to all your most pressing questions.

10 of the Best Places to Shop in Millbrae

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 11/3/23

Check out these top shops for a fun-filled day of retail therapy.

5 of the Best Restaurants in San Mateo

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 11/3/23

Savoring San Mateo: A culinary journey through the most delightful restaurants.

5 Things to Consider Before Buying a Vacation Home

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 11/3/23

Read on to streamline your home search and find the perfect vacation property.

Honest Pros and Cons of Living in Burlingame

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 11/3/23

Burlingame unveiled: Exploring life in this incredible community.

Open House Tips for Sellers Who Want to Host the Perfect Showing

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 10/31/23

Read on for a successful event!

Selling a Home in Burlingame

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 10/31/23

For a successful and streamlined sale, follow these expert tips.

13 Home Remodel Tips for a Successful Renovation

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 07/22/23

Read on to level up your home’s beauty without all the stress.

Buying a Home in San Mateo

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 07/21/23

Follow this guide to purchasing a gorgeous home in this wondrous city.

When is the Best Time to Sell a House?

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 06/23/23

Selling your home is a huge decision. Here are a few things to consider when deciding the right time to put your house on the m...

The Ultimate Guide to Flipping Houses in Belmont

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 06/8/23

Learn everything you need to know about flipping houses in Belmont, California.

What You Might Not Know to Look For At an Open House

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 05/18/23

Improve the chances of finding your dream home by understanding what to look out for at an open house.

Burlingame Real Estate Market Prices, Trends and Forecast 2023

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 05/4/23

The latest trends and forecast for Burlingame’s thriving real estate market.

Best ROI Home Improvements for Your Home

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 03/23/23

Get your home ready to sell by making improvements with a high potential return

Tips for Buying the Luxury Home of Your Dreams

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 03/9/23

With the right support, finding your luxury home can be a rich experience in and of itself

Newcomer's Guide to Living in Belmont

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 02/23/23

Belmont features the best of Bay Area living.

What is the Cost of Living Within San Mateo County?

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 02/9/23

Explore a complete breakdown of the cost of living in San Mateo County before relocating to your new luxury home.

Understanding the Belmont Housing Market

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 01/26/23

Learn more about Belmont real estate and discover what makes this Bay Area gem one of the West Coast’s best places to live!

Top Fine Dining Restaurants Near Burlingame

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 01/12/23

Treat yourself to a magnificent meal while you take in the views of The City Of Trees.

Tips For Choosing The Best Mid Peninsula Real Estate Agent To Buy Or Sell Your Home

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 12/18/22

Knowing what makes a realtor effective empowers you in any real estate transaction.

Top Amenities Luxury Buyers Are Looking For in Belmont Homes

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 12/18/22

Learn about the hottest trends in luxury living in Belmont, California.

Top Tech to Make Your Home “Smart”

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 11/28/22

Upgrade your home into a smart home and start living with ease and style.

Popular Residential Architecture Styles in Burlingame

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 11/28/22

Become familiar with the beautiful architecture of California.

Will Inflation and Rising Mortgage Rates Impact the Mid-Peninsula Housing Market

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 11/28/22

Discover whether it’s a good time to buy or sell and how the Mid-Peninsula market will fare in these changing economic times.

How to Buy an “Off-Market” Home in San Mateo

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 11/28/22

Use non-traditional search methods to find the ideal home.

Best Neighborhoods in Burlingame

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 09/19/22

Check out these top neighborhoods during your search for Burlingame houses for sale.

What's the Difference Between a Trust Sale and a Probate Sale in California?

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 09/7/22

Understanding the similarities and differences is important when shopping for Belmont luxury homes.

Don’t Make These 8 Home Staging Mistakes

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 08/30/22

Avoid these common mistakes while staging to make sure your home stands out.

7-Point Checklist For Listing Your San Francisco Home

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 08/7/22

Advice for sellers in the competitive San Francisco real estate market and its suburbs.

4 Reasons Why Families Love Living in San Mateo

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 07/18/22

From schools to community events, San Mateo is the place to be!

5 Reasons to Work with an Experienced SF Peninsula Real Estate Agent

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 07/5/22

You need the friendly advance of an agent at every step of the way while navigating the red-hot housing market.

The Latest Trends in the Belmont Real Estate Market

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 06/21/22

The family-friendly location is just one factor driving the competition in this popular community.

5 Luxury Upgrades for your San Mateo Home

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 05/12/22

Some home upgrade ideas, whether you’re looking to boost property value or add a little flair.

Our Favorite Places to Shop in Burlingame

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 05/6/22

The perfect destinations to treat yourself this weekend.

Cozy Up at These 7 Belmont Coffee Shops

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 04/29/22

From family-owned to global chains, Belmont has the perfect coffee shops that exude this town’s charm and hospitality.

6 Day Trips to Take From the San Francisco Peninsula

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 04/20/22

Take advantage of all of the attractions surrounding the bustling city.

4 Interior Design Ideas for Your Burlingame Home

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 03/18/22

Change up your colors, add new furniture, and bring in pieces you love to breathe new energy into your space.

8 Best New Restaurants in Redwood City

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 03/18/22

Savor delectable meats, flavorful veggies, and everything in between at these posh Northern California eateries.

6 Home Improvements to Increase Your Penninsula Home’s ROI

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 02/8/22

When you are trying to sell your home, one of the biggest concerns is making sure that you come out with a sizable profit. Here...

6 Ways to Kickstart the New Year in San Francisco

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 01/19/22

Start 2022 with adventurous excursions and cultural experiences in California’s eclectic Golden City.

8 Ways to Spend the Holidays near San Francisco

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 12/14/21

Ringing in the holiday season in the San Francisco Bay Area.

3 Trends to Try in Your SF Peninsula Home This Summer

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 09/8/21

The best ways to improve your home whether you plan to stay or go.

Get Outside This Summer at These 9 SF Peninsula Parks

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 08/14/21

Don’t stay inside this summer — take a look at these gorgeous spots to soak up the sun in San Francisco this summer.

Make the Most of Your Outdoor Entertaining Area With These 5 Updates

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 07/8/21

Impress your guests with these outdoor entertaining area ideas.

Kitchen Updates Your SF Peninsula Home Needs

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 04/30/21

Bringing luxury to the kitchen

6 Tips for Navigating a Seller’s Market as a Buyer

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 04/7/21

It’s still possible to buy the home you want in a seller’s market if you follow these tips.

5 Family-Friendly Outdoor Activities in the SF Peninsula

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 03/20/21

Get outside with the family and enjoy all that the Peninsula has to offer!

7 Tips for Simultaneously Buying and Selling Your Home

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 03/20/21

A guide to navigating the tricky process of moving on to your next home

From Burlingame to Belmont: Which SF Peninsula Neighborhood is Right for You?

• 03/20/21

From lifestyle and locale to community vibe, you’ll know it when you feel it.

Best Hiking Trails Near Burlingame

• 03/19/21

Where to wander and wonder in the Mid-Peninsula’s “City of Trees”?

15 Ways to Prepare Your SF Peninsula Home for Spring

• 03/19/21

Your home will be better than ever.

November 2020 Market Update

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 11/2/20

Entering the last few months of 2020, here is a brief market update from Mary Ann.

7 Best Summer Bay Area Day Trips

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 10/19/20

From exploring history to soaking in the great outdoors, adventure is just within reach.

9 Family-Friendly Halloween Events in the San Francisco Peninsula

• 10/12/20

The leaves have fallen, the apple cider is brewing, and it’s time for Halloween!

October 2020 Market Update

• Mary Ann Teixeira
• 10/1/20

As seasons change, so does the Real Estate market. Here are some quick updates about San Mateo county for October 2020

Transformation of 3305 Adelaide Way

• 08/25/20

We were fortunate with this project because the owner of the property had already done some beautiful landscaping.

Transformation of 4116 Marsten Ave

• 08/25/20

What made this home spectacular was a large deck that opened onto a beautiful canyon.

7 SF Peninsula Businesses That Are Giving Back

• 05/17/20

While times of crisis, like the global pandemic we are currently living through, certainly put an incredible strain on our dail...

11 San Francisco Peninsula Restaurants That Deliver

• 05/4/20

Continuing to support local businesses you love is an incredible way to bolster the city by offering aid to your neighbors whil...

8 Tips for Staging Your SF Peninsula Home

• 03/17/20

More and more people are flocking to the San Francisco Peninsula to plant roots and make a new home.

7 Best Family-Friendly Valentine's Day Events Near the SF Peninsula

• 01/28/20

Valentine's Day is one of the best times for families to come together, spread the love, and turn February 14th into a day the ...

3 SF Peninsula Real Estate Predictions for 2020

• 12/19/19

It’s that time of year where everyone is wondering what’s to come in the next chapter—especially for those who are considering ...

5 Kid-Friendly Ways to Spend New Year’s in the SF Peninsula

• 12/9/19

In the San Francisco Peninsula, there is an array of family-friendly activities happening on New Year’s Eve.

5 Ways to Market Your SF Peninsula Home in Winter

• 11/25/19

Let’s face it. Winter isn’t known as the most popular home-selling season…but surprise! With fewer houses for sale and less com...

3 Best Places to Find Christmas Cookies in the SF Peninsula

• 11/18/19

Nothing says “holidays” like Christmas cookies. Here in the SF Peninsula, there are plenty of businesses selling delicious and ...

6 Unique Hot Chocolate Spots Near the San Francisco Peninsula

• 11/11/19

When the fog rolls in, it’s always nice to sip on a warm mug of cocoa, and these six cafes are serving it up like you’ve never ...

Is the San Francisco Peninsula a Buyer's or Seller's Market?

• 11/4/19

When it comes to the real estate market, the San Francisco Peninsula has been a hot topic as of late. With fluctuating seasonal...