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Holiday Delights Near You!
Throughout the holiday season, I will be gathering a few of my favorite suggestions for some great holiday events right here in the East...

Doug Gamblin
Nov 9, 20211 min read


What's the "Gold Glove" Difference?
Simply put, selling your home doesn’t have to be a hassle. Sure, you can list your home with one of the 'big box' realtors and receive a...

Doug Gamblin
Nov 2, 20212 min read


Holly Hill is PRIMED and Ready for Action!
In addition to an atmospheric river, the furnace going out and the worker's Honey Bucket overflowing from the storm (I made that one up!)...

Doug Gamblin
Oct 27, 20211 min read


Jumping for Joy!
I'm so happy, I could jump for joy. Why? Our renovation is back on track and we have FLOORS. And we have WALLS. And we have shower heads...

Doug Gamblin
Oct 19, 20211 min read


'Tis the Season for a Pumpkin Patch!
Nothing says fall more than gathering up the crew and heading out to a pumpkin patch. So, I’ve decided to share a few of my favorite...

Doug Gamblin
Oct 11, 20212 min read


Waiting for the Perfect Time to Buy? Waiting for the Perfect Time to Sell? It May be NOW!
“If you’re trying to wait for the perfect time, I feel like you’re going to sit and wait forever,” Rob Heck, head of origination at the...

Doug Gamblin
Oct 11, 20212 min read


Watch Out. Detour Ahead!
Unearthing major problems. Filling for permit changes. Inspections. Delays. Fees. It’s all to be expected in the glory of home...

Doug Gamblin
Oct 11, 20211 min read


BOO! Spooky Local Halloween Fun for the Whole Crew!
'Tis the season for ghouls, goblins and Halloween scares. I've rounded up a few local options for your crew. Remember, it's always a good...

Doug Gamblin
Oct 7, 20211 min read


Just Good. No Bad. No Ugly. And the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man.
Well, we made it through demo and we are coming out on the other side. The construction site is kind of what I imagine hell looks...

Dianne Dalton Gamblin
Sep 26, 20212 min read


Holly Hill is Ready for a Facelift!
Our mid-century home turns 70 this year. Yes, folks. Seventy! And not to be rude or ageist, but sometimes a 70 year-old can use a little...

Doug Gamblin
Sep 13, 20211 min read


From an Old Farmhouse Pump Room to a Chic Mantel!
Dianne was lucky enough to get a beam from the 120 year-old farmhouse where she grew up in Gridley, CA. It's a beautiful piece of wood,...

Doug Gamblin
Sep 3, 20212 min read


Does Home Staging Really Matter in a Hot Market? YES!
First, let’s put the cards on the table: I offer complimentary staging for every listing. Why would I give up a chunk of my commission to...

Doug Gamblin
May 18, 20212 min read


Super Soft Sugar Cookie Recipe: A Fat Tuesday Recipe!
The truth is simple: Everyone loves a sugar cookie. And if they don’t, it’s possible that they could be lying. Oh, I’m not talking about...

Doug Gamblin
Feb 16, 20211 min read


The Ten Things I Hate About You: Buyer Turn-offs Edition
Thinking of listing your home? Buyers crave a move-in ready home and there are a few things Buyers really hate, hence “The 10 Things I...

Doug Gamblin
Feb 5, 20213 min read


IT'S TIME FOR A HEART TO HEART: "This Seller's Market is Killing Me" and Other Buyer Laments
Sometimes it’s important to have a heart-to-heart chat about the current real estate market. And let’s be honest—for Buyers, this is a...

Doug Gamblin
Jan 26, 20212 min read


DOUG'S SPIN ON REAL ESTATE: January 2021 It's a Seller's Market Out There!
WE ARE IN A SELLER’S MARKET There are really three types of real estate markets which include a Seller’s Market, a Balanced Market and a...

Doug Gamblin
Jan 22, 20212 min read


The Kitchen Floor Conundrum: Wood or Tile? Or Perhaps Luxury Vinyl?
There are many decisions to make when preparing a home for sale and as many Sellers consider the flooring options available to them, the...

Doug Gamblin
Jan 12, 20212 min read


Let's Get Cooking on your FREE home appliances!
Buying a first home can stretch a homeowner's budget a little bit thin, so a coupon for free appliances from Lowe's might be just what...

Doug Gamblin
Jan 7, 20211 min read


2021 Real Estate Forecast: Will the Unprecedented Trends Continue?
This year has been an unparalleled one for real estate. Although the pandemic played a major factor in slowing down much of the economy,...

Doug Gamblin
Dec 28, 20202 min read


Home for the Holidays! Napkin Folding: Holiday Hero Edition!
Do you need a little pick-me-up for your holiday table decor? Try this simple napkin fold to add a little extra pizazz to your...

Doug Gamblin
Dec 25, 20201 min read
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