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Safe from Radon Gas?
Safe from Radon Gas? Statistically speaking the majority of homes will not have significant levels of radon to be considered health risks, but that still leaves tens of thousands of homes in San Mateo County that could be considered unhealthy o...
San Carlos Life Launch
Hooray!!! San Carlos Life has Arrived! San Carlos Life is here! We are extremely proud to present our new website all about San Carlos, California. This website is meant to offer both newcomers and long-time residents information about this gr...
Interest Rates are Up – But are you still Better off Buying a Home Today?
Single family Homes in San Mateo County are not cheap, most are selling in the $1,000-$1,300/SqFt of living space. However, prices have dropped significantly in the past few months. If we look at San Mateo County real estate, single family home...
The Grinch would not have been so Grumpy had he hired Vabrato!!!
A Vabrato Winter Holiday Observation by: Janet Whittemore & Mark Martinho As we enter the holiday season, it is astounding to reflect upon how closely some of the old holiday classics can parallel one’s own Real Estate journey! For...
Remodeling Projects That Will Boost Your Home’s Value
There are two ways to think about remodeling projects that will boost your home’s value; you can get one or two major remodels done or opt for a bunch of small fixes. Depending on your budget and your timetable, one approach may be better for...
Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
Most homebuyers start the process anxious, excited, nervous, and some are downright terrified. It’s natural. A home is the largest and most expensive purchase that most people will make in a lifetime. It can either turn out to be a complete f...