The Ultimate Cookie Exchange

The Ultimate Cookie Exchange

‘Tis the season for hot cocoas, stories by the fire, last-minute Christmas shopping, and best of all… cookies. I don’t know about you but around here we have a ton of holiday cookie exchanges. Who doesn’t love that – I mean sharing is caring, right? 

Some of Our Favorite Holiday Cocktails

Some of Our Favorite Holiday Cocktails

With all the fun and chaos of the holiday season nothing goes better with relaxing by the fire than some cocktails! We wanted to branch out from more traditional seasonal beverages and provide some of our favorite holiday themed drinks that put a twist on some traditional cocktails. Try some of these recipes and share with us on social media!

Sacramento Rebates & Tips

Sacramento Rebates & Tips

It’s no doubt rebates help keep money in your pocket, but it can also reduce your energy use and improve your home.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe for the Holidays

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe for the Holidays

I wanted to share a recipe that my mom made for my brother and I around this time when we were growing up. It is pumpkin chocolate chip bread! It is great as an evening snack or a morning treat with coffee. It is a relatively simple recipe and only takes about an hour to bake. Let’s get started!

Thanksgiving Spreadsheet

Thanksgiving Spreadsheet

Need to know how much butter you’ll need for the whole day? It’s on the chart. On what day will the green beans be made? It’s on the chart. When will the stuffing come out? It’s on the chart. Will the potatoes be cooked on the stove, 

What to Bring for your Loan Application

What to Bring for your Loan Application

Talking with a loan officer in order to get pre approved for a loan is the first and most important step in the home buying process. This can be an intimidating and vulnerable process, but working with the right lender can help make the process streamline and comfortable. To make the process even easier, here is a list of the important things to bring when meeting with your loan officer to see what you qualify for:

Interior Designers we love in Sacramento

Interior Designers we love in Sacramento

Whether you need help creating a space plan, rearranging existing decor, designing a new home, or simply sourcing amazing furniture and decor, seeking the help of professional interior designers can make all the difference. We’ve curated a list of our favorite designers in Sac to 

Upfront Costs as a Home Buyer

Upfront Costs as a Home Buyer

Most buyers are aware of some of the fees that are paid during the purchase of a home such as title and escrow fees, but there are some smaller fees that are sometimes overlooked. Here are some of the lesser-known or overlooked fees that buyers should budget for that will be paid upfront during the transaction.

Lyon’s 9th Annual Coat Drive

Lyon’s 9th Annual Coat Drive

As you probably already know, I work with Lyon Real Estate and every year in October we work to donate coats to the community. This year our goal is to donate 12,500 coats. This drive is very dear to my heart as many of these 

10 Dos and Don’ts When Obtaining a Home Loan

10 Dos and Don’ts When Obtaining a Home Loan

Obtaining a home loan is the first and most important part of the home buying process. There are some important first steps that can help make the process smoother and there are some major things to avoid when applying for a home loan. We have