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Sep 13, 20211 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...

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From an Old Farmhouse Pump Room to a Chic Mantel!

Doug Gamblin

Sep 3, 20212 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,...

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Walnut Creek Downtown: Art, Music & Sugar--in that Order!

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Aug 9, 20211 min read

Walnut Creek Downtown: Art, Music & Sugar--in that Order!

Sometimes it's just a good idea to take an afternoon off and spend it in my favorite city--Walnut Creek. Walnut Creek is a dynamic...

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Before and After? Or Happily Ever After?

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Aug 3, 20212 min read

Before and After? Or Happily Ever After?

First of all, I should explain that Dianne likes to “name” our houses. She was inspired by Martha Stewart who names all her properties,...

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Yup. I Stole a Street Sign and My Dad Found Out: What Integrity Means to Me!

Doug Gamblin

Jul 14, 20212 min read

Yup. I Stole a Street Sign and My Dad Found Out: What Integrity Means to Me!

Maybe you’ve noticed my tagline: Integrity. Respect. Family. You probably didn’t think much about them because the words may seem generic...

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WALNUT CREEK SALES UPDATE: Unless you have been hiding under a rock, you may have noticed a trend!

Doug Gamblin

Jun 10, 20212 min read

WALNUT CREEK SALES UPDATE: Unless you have been hiding under a rock, you may have noticed a trend!

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, there’s a good chance that you have heard about the unprecedented Bay Area real estate market. As...

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A Memorial Day Tribute to the Uncle I Never Knew: Guest Post by Dianne Dalton Gamblin

Doug Gamblin

May 31, 20212 min read

A Memorial Day Tribute to the Uncle I Never Knew: Guest Post by Dianne Dalton Gamblin

I don’t know much about my uncle, Fay Reber. I have seen blurry black and white photos of him, and I can see why the girls in his high...

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Does Home Staging Really Matter in a Hot Market? YES!

Doug Gamblin

May 18, 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...

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Real Life House Hunting: It's Definitely NOT like the TV Show! Tips for Success

douggamblin

Apr 26, 20213 min read

Real Life House Hunting: It's Definitely NOT like the TV Show! Tips for Success

If you’re a fan of HGTV’s “House Hunters,” you know how it works to find and buy your perfect home. Compile of a list of your...

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Home for the Holidays: Spring Easter Egg Edition!

Doug Gamblin

Mar 30, 20211 min read

Home for the Holidays: Spring Easter Egg Edition!

As a kid, I fondly remember my mom coming home from the grocery store with the PAAS Easter Egg kit with those hard, colored dye pellets...

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Doug's DIY: I installed an electric fireplace and YOU can too!

Doug Gamblin

Mar 22, 20212 min read

Doug's DIY: I installed an electric fireplace and YOU can too!

I INSTALLED AN ELECTRIC FIREPLACE! AND YOU CAN TOO! Electric fireplaces have become very popular in real estate circles for a variety of...

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Think Green: Super Easy St. Patrick's Day Ideas for Kids!

Doug Gamblin

Mar 7, 20213 min read

Think Green: Super Easy St. Patrick's Day Ideas for Kids!

I recently had my DNA results analyzed and I’m pleased to report that I’m 17% Irish. I’m not entirely sure which part of me is Irish, but...

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From Doug's Desk: What Does This Seller's Market Mean for Me?

Doug Gamblin

Feb 22, 20212 min read

From Doug's Desk: What Does This Seller's Market Mean for Me?

The real estate market is largely a story of supply and demand. When you mix historically low interest rates, unusually low inventory, a...

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Super Soft Sugar Cookie Recipe: A Fat Tuesday Recipe!

Doug Gamblin

Feb 16, 20211 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...

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The Ten Things I Hate About You: Buyer Turn-offs Edition

Doug Gamblin

Feb 5, 20213 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...

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IT'S TIME FOR A HEART TO HEART: "This Seller's Market is Killing Me" and Other Buyer Laments

Doug Gamblin

Jan 26, 20212 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...

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DOUG'S SPIN ON REAL ESTATE: January 2021 It's a Seller's Market Out There!

Doug Gamblin

Jan 22, 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...

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The Kitchen Floor Conundrum: Wood or Tile? Or Perhaps Luxury Vinyl?

Doug Gamblin

Jan 12, 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...

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Let's Get Cooking on your FREE home appliances!

Doug Gamblin

Jan 7, 20211 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...

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2021 Real Estate Forecast: Will the Unprecedented Trends Continue?

Doug Gamblin

Dec 28, 20202 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,...

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