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American Dream Network: First Episode

Our first episode on American Dream Network Group – Selling Silicon Valley has dropped! Jaime + Julie gives you some behind-the-scenes secrets of the Silicon Valley real estate market and take you to the Santa Cruz Mountains. In our first episode, Julie visits with Katy Poniatowski of the Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship. And Jaime...Read More→
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New Year’s Resolution: A More Organized Home

Yes, we know it’s cliche that many folks’ New Year’s resolutions have something to do with having a more organized home. We think it’s entirely unrealistic to live your life like The Home Edit, no matter how pretty their Instagram feed is. Instead, we like to take an approach, similar to getting your home ready...Read More→
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What You Need to Know About Home Inspections in Silicon Valley

Home inspections in Silicon Valley are unique, even by California standards. Usually, home inspections are arranged by the buyer once their offer is accepted. But on the Peninsula and in Silicon Valley, the seller provides the inspection and disclosures prior to listing the home. While this order of operations and responsibility is completely different from...Read More→
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Holiday Activities in the Bay Area

A 2023 bucket list of holiday and Christmas activities in the San Francisco Bay Area from the city and down on the Peninsula and in Silicon Valley. 
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Doorbell Cameras Cut Down Porch Pirate Visits

If you don’t already have one, install a doorbell camera.  Three out of four Americans have had packages taken in the last year as a result of porch pirates, so doorbell cameras are essential for convenience and safety.  Millions Americans make online purchases on Black Friday, Cyber Monday and throughout the holidays.  Packages left unattended...Read More→
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Gifts for Home: 2nd Annual Jaime + Julie Gift Guide

The second annual JJ Team Homes gift guide! The best gifts for the home decor lover. Housewarming gifts, hostess gifts and gifts from local Bay Area shops.
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Best Recipes for Thanksgiving and Holidays

Many of us have family traditions to turn to for the best recipes for Thanksgiving or the Barefoot Contessa cookbooks, right? If you don't or want to try something new, this blog's for you!
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Coast to Coast Ride of Confidence

Find out what happens when you set your goals high and aren’t afraid to pedal past the boundaries – even on a beach cruiser.
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Make the Move: Why Now is Perfect Time to Invest in Russian Hill

Take a look at the rich history of San Francisco, its real estate trends, and why its the perfect time to invest in Russian Hill’s residential real estate market.
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Suburban Park: Friendly, Social Neighborhood in Menlo Park

The Suburban Park Association in Menlo Park fosters a sense of unity and camaraderie among its residents that makes it a friendly, social neighborhood.
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