Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 16th, 2009 No Comments »
We are thrilled to announce our affiliation with the newest real estate company in the Tri- Valley, NORTHERN CALIFORNIA BROKERS. Watch for announcements on our new location - coming soon! Call us at 925.487.8734 for more details, or visit our websites - www.pleasantonhomes.com or www.eastbaycrossroads.com. Even in this ‘non-traditional’ real estate market, we remain enthusiastic [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on Dec 20th, 2008 No Comments »
The old adage ‘Buy Low - Sell High’ is a popular cue to wise investment practices. Invest when prices are down….and invest for the long term. This is not the market to ‘flip’ properties, needless to say. If you’re looking for values though, for the long run, it is time to seriously consider jumping back [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on Jun 3rd, 2008 No Comments »
Downtown Pleasanton will close off the streets for this month’s 1st Wednesday Street Party celebration -HOT FUN IN THE SUMMERTIME!
Stroll Pleasanton’s historic downtown as you peruse the specialty boutique shops and savor the aromas of the many delectable, first rate restaurants. Stop by one of the many booths set up on Main Street and [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on May 23rd, 2008 1 Comment »
Looking for something to do this Sunday? Take a break from it all and stroll downtown Pleasanton with that hot latte or cool bellaccino from Tully’s or grab a soft serve ice cream cone from Pleasanton’s favorite drive-through, the old-fashioned Meadowlark Dairy, and enjoy one of the largest Annual Antique Fairs in Northern California. You’ll see booths with furniture, artwork, heirlooms and more. Over [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on May 19th, 2008 No Comments »
Boy, did the heat of summer ever arrive with a bang this year! Many of Pleasanton’s cabana clubs are gearing up for a busy summer, and some are already open for business. Growing up in the Midwest, the cabana club experience was foreign to me. I quickly learned, however, that not only [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on May 14th, 2008 No Comments »
We’ve lived in the same home in Pleasanton for over a decade. Seeing as the average homeowner moves every 7 years, and statistics say Californians move more frequently than that, this is indeed an anomoly. There’s something about our neighborhood that we couldn’t take with us if we ever thought to move… and [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on Apr 17th, 2008 1 Comment »
Nestled adjacent to the stables at the Alameda County Fairgrounds is one of the most funky diners this side of Texas. Most Pleasantonians have never heard of it. But those of us ‘in the know’ treasure it.
Esther Hall is the owner, chief cook and bottle washer - and all things in between. [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on Apr 10th, 2008 No Comments »
Contrary to the bleak real estate reports found in the media, homes in the Tri-Valley are on the move this year. While we aren’t seeing the numbers consistent with previous years, things are not as bleak as the press would have us believe. Here’s the scoop:
Tri-Valley Properties
‘Sold/Closed Escrow’ or ‘Pending Sales’ since 01/01/2008
Pleasanton Total [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on Apr 7th, 2008 No Comments »
The City of Pleasanton is sponsoring an E-Waste Collection Event April 18th through 20th, 2008 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Donations can be dropped off between noon and 5:00 p.m. on Friday, and between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. (Please use the Gate 12 Entrance on Valley Avenue.) Here is your [...]
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Posted in Uncategorized on Apr 4th, 2008 No Comments »
Giving back to our community is a cause that is near and dear to our hearts. And this week, it can’t get any easier than looking through your closet. The members of Pleasanton’s Junior Girl Scout Troop #32072 are collecting USED tennis shoes (that’s right - your old worn out favorites….and what about all of those [...]
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