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February 24, 2020

🏠 EXPERT TIPS FOR BUYING A LUXURY HOME 🏠

#LuxuryRealEstate #BuyWithTheLaugesenTeam
🏠 EXPERT TIPS FOR BUYING A LUXURY HOME 🏠

1. Learn the search process.
Many luxury homes go unlisted to protect a seller’s privacy. These properties are often found through the Realtor’s personal connections as opposed to the MLS.

2. Go beyond the photos.
Make sure you don’t dismiss properties based on their front elevation photos. Many large homes aren’t photogenic that way and you have to see them in person to appreciate.

3. Work with a local expert.
It’s critical to have a great luxury buyer agent who is familiar with the area you want to buy in. There’s a bit more control on access to high-end properties in terms of fewer open houses and more appointments have to be made to see them.

4. Bank on your relationships.
We strongly recommend you go to the bank you have a relationship with. They have your portfolio already. Also, know the difference between the pre-approval letter and the prequalification letter.

5. Don’t forget about title insurance.
You need to get title insurance so you’ll be insured against any problems that were forgotten about. You want to make sure you have a chance to have a look at the exceptions page of the title insurance process before closing time.

6. Hire smart, reliable advisers.
A good Luxury Realtor will not make the client’s decisions but will make suggestions. Pay attention to your financial planner and Realtor that you trust. They should agree on what you should be doing and if they don’t, arrange a meeting.

7. Know what you want before you start looking
While you will be working with a good team in making the move to your new luxury home, this does not negate the fact that the choice of home is completely yours. The house must be a good fit for you and your family.

🏠 Looking for experienced, knowledgeable and trustworthy representation in the purchase of a luxury property? 🏠

Performance driven, insightful with a proven ability to achieve and exceed goals in high pressure environments.

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👑 LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENTS 👑

IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT SELLING your Bay Area property, it is important you hire a real estate team of professionals with an extensive portfolio of home sales, a significant list of happy clients and a history of excellence.

The Laugesen Team has the experience, connections and creativity to successfully list and sell your distinctive property.

OUR INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALIZED APPROACH
• Pricing for Success
• Prepare for Top Sale
• Impressive Marketing
• State of the Art Technology
• Network with other High-End Agents

OUR RESULT FOCUSED SERVICE
• Always available to show qualified buyers and agents.
• Schedule Open Houses and Brokers Tour
• Follow-Up Quickly and Consistently
• Immediately respond to all leads.
• Encourage serious buyers to make serious offers.
• Facilitate the closing process to ensure a successful, competitively priced, stress-free sale.

Luxury Real Estate Specialists

Denise Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
deniselaugesenteam@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6225
Cell: 650.465.5742
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01011089

Cortney Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
cortneylaug@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6226
Cell: 650.678.5084
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01859860

Sheran Honneyman

Luxury Consultant

Buyer’s Specialist

650.678.8493

DRE # 01412131

By cortney

February 18, 2020

💰 How Pricing Your LUXURY Home Right Makes a Big Difference 💰

Even though there’s a big buyer demand for homes in today’s low inventory market, it doesn’t mean you should price your home as high as the sky when you’re ready to sell. Here’s why making sure you price it right is key to driving the best price for the sale.

If you’ve ever watched the show “The Price Is Right,” you know the only way to win the game is to be the one to correctly guess the price of the item up for bid without going over. That means your guess must be just slightly under the retail price.

When it comes to pricing your home, setting it at or slightly below market value will increase the visibility of your listing and drive more buyers your way. This strategy actually increases the number of buyers who will see your home in their search process. Why? When potential buyers look at your listing and see a great price for a fantastic home, they’re probably going to want to take a closer look. This means more buyers are going to be excited about your house and more apt to make an offer.

When this happens, you’re more likely to set up a scenario with multiple offers, potential bidding wars, and the ability to drive a higher final sale price. At the end of the day, even when inventory is tight, pricing it right – or pricing it to sell immediately – makes a big difference.

Here’s the other thing: homeowners who make the mistake of overpricing their homes will eventually have to lower the prices anyway after they sit on the market for an extended period of time. This leaves buyers wondering if the price drops were caused by something wrong with these homes when in reality, nothing was wrong, the initial prices were just too high.

Bottom Line:

If you’re thinking about selling your home this year, make sure you have THE LAUGESEN TEAM on your side to help you properly price your home and maximize demand from the start.

3 Properties Priced Right By The Laugesen Team

1108 Barroilhet Dr, Hillsborough

SOLD – $5,250,000

2300 Skyfarm Dr, Hillsborough

SOLD – $4,300,000

1295 Lakeview Dr, Hillsborough

SOLD – $4,208,000

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👑 LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENTS 👑

The Laugesen Team has the experience, connections and creativity to successfully list and sell your distinctive property.

OUR INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALIZED APPROACH
• Pricing for Success
• Prepare for Top Sale
• Impressive Marketing
• State of the Art Technology
• Network with other High-End Agents

Luxury Real Estate Specialists

Denise Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
deniselaugesenteam@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6225
Cell: 650.465.5742
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01011089

Cortney Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
cortneylaug@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6226
Cell: 650.678.5084
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01859860

Sheran Honneyman

Luxury Consultant

Buyer’s Specialist

650.678.8493

DRE # 01412131

By cortney

February 14, 2020

💚 VALENTINE’S DAY: #SFBayArea Dining and Event Guide 2020 💚

💚 VALENTINE’S DAY: #SFBayArea Dining & Event Guide 2020 💚

BAY AREA, CA — It’s that time of year to wear your heart on your sleeve! Valentine’s Day 2020 falls on Friday, Feb. 14, and it’s time to start planning.

BARRELHOUSE, 305 California Drive, Burlingame, CA
Feb. 16: Valentine Speed Dating. “If you didn’t have someone to celebrate this year’s Valentines Day, here’s your chance to make up for it! Meet new single friends, five minutes at a time, at a fun restaurant. Three different sessions.”

PENINSULA BALLET THEATER, 1880 South Grant St., San Mateo, CA
Feb. 14-16: CABARET: Love Songs By Peninsula Ballet Theater. “CABARET: Love Songs sizzles with passion and drama this season! By popular demand, Artistic Director Greg Amato’s fiery ‘Carmen’ returns in an expanded version with new dances. In addition, Ron Cunningham, former Artistic Director of Sacramento Ballet for 30 years, stages his critically acclaimed ‘Incident at Blackbriar,’ a dark, moody exploration of relationships. Ticket price includes wine and hors d’oeuvres, as well as a post-show meet-and-greet reception with Company dancers.”

BOON FLY CAFE, 4048 Sonoma Hwy., Napa, CA 94559
Enjoy a romantic dinner at this picturesque and relaxed roadside eatery Friday, Feb. 14 or Saturday, Feb. 15. A three-course menu, courtesy of Chef de Cuisine Nicole Heaney, begins with a seasonal starter, followed by an entrée for two and dessert to share.

HOTEL VALENCIA’S TERRACE, 355 Santana Row, San Jose, CA 95128
Fondue For Two: Throughout the month of February, Hotel Valencia’s Terrace will offer a “Fondue For Two” experience. For $21 per person, receive a glass of sparkling wine and assorted fruits and desserts for dipping in delectable melted chocolate.

HOTEL ZEPPELIN, 545 Post St., San Francisco, CA, 94102
Feb. 14: Valentine’s Day Singles’ Trivia Night with Brainstorm Trivia. “In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Hotel Zeppelin will be hosting a Singles’ Night ‘Quiz Dates’ event with Brainstormer Trivia, where players will have a chance to compete for glory, prizes, friendship and possible romance!”

SILVERADO RESORT & SPA, 1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa, CA
Feb. 14: Valentine’s Day In The Grill. “Silverado Resort will be hosting a festive menu where you can bring your special someone and treat them to exceptional food.”

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👑 LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENTS 👑

The Laugesen Team has the experience, connections and creativity to successfully list and sell your distinctive property.

OUR INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALIZED APPROACH
• Pricing for Success
• Prepare for Top Sale
• Impressive Marketing
• State of the Art Technology
• Network with other High-End Agents

Luxury Real Estate Specialists

Denise Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
deniselaugesenteam@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6225
Cell: 650.465.5742
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01011089

Cortney Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
cortneylaug@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6226
Cell: 650.678.5084
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01859860

Sheran Honneyman

Luxury Consultant

Buyer’s Specialist

650.678.8493

DRE # 01412131

By cortney

February 8, 2020

🧸 COOL KIDS BEDROOM DESIGN IDEAS 🧸

Your kid is a special human being to you and therefore you should ensure that your kids bedroom designs are also that much special. We all adore our kids and love them very much and it is exactly for the same reason we should make them feel unique; especially when designing their bedroom because it is their own space.

It is their refuge, their hide out and their sleep over place and come to think of it, it is the room where they spend most of their time. Here are some cool kids bedroom design ideas.

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👑 LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENTS 👑

The Laugesen Team has the experience, connections and creativity to successfully list and sell your distinctive property.

OUR INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALIZED APPROACH
• Pricing for Success
• Prepare for Top Sale
• Impressive Marketing
• State of the Art Technology
• Network with other High-End Agents

Luxury Real Estate Specialists

Denise Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
deniselaugesenteam@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6225
Cell: 650.465.5742
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01011089

Cortney Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
cortneylaug@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6226
Cell: 650.678.5084
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01859860

Sheran Honneyman

Luxury Consultant

Buyer’s Specialist

650.678.8493

DRE # 01412131

By cortney

January 25, 2020

525 Almer Rd #210 BURLINGAME

🏠 OPEN HOUSE 🏠

525 Almer Rd #210
BURLINGAME | List Price: $1,349,000

2 bed • 2 bath • 1,644 Sq. Ft. of Living Space

Virtual Tour: www.525almer.com

Saturday, Jan 25 · 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Sunday, Jan 26 · 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Beautiful & Stunning light filled Condo! A private end unit with the convenience of a nearby elevator. A large floor plan with with a large master suite and a private balcony. Contemporary kitchen and bath cabinets, stainless steel appliances and luxurious carpet throughout. Unique and sophisticated design with butcher block style counter tops and new energy saving LED light in every room. Nestled in the heart of Burlingame and walking distance to restaurants, shops, schools, parks, transportation and more. A Condo building with many features including a sparkling pool, workout room, billiards room, storage & 2 underground parking spaces! No rental restrictions. This is a MUST SEE Condo!

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👑 LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENTS 👑

The Laugesen Team has the experience, connections and creativity to successfully list and sell your distinctive property.

OUR INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALIZED APPROACH
• Pricing for Success
• Prepare for Top Sale
• Impressive Marketing
• State of the Art Technology
• Network with other High-End Agents

Luxury Real Estate Specialists

Denise Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
deniselaugesenteam@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6225
Cell: 650.465.5742
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01011089

Cortney Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
cortneylaug@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6226
Cell: 650.678.5084
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01859860

Sheran Honneyman

Luxury Consultant

Buyer’s Specialist

650.678.8493

DRE # 01412131

By cortney

January 25, 2020

🧸 HOW TO KEEP YOUR NURSERY SAFE 🧸

🧸 HOW TO KEEP YOUR NURSERY SAFE 🧸
Make It JPMA & GREENGUARD Gold Certified

Creating a safe, loving environment for children to grow and play is the goal of any nursery. However, it can go unregistered that furniture can release harmful pollutants and emissions into the air.

🌟What Makes a Product GREENGUARD Gold Certified?

For a product to be GREENGUARD gold certified, it must meet a widely accepted standard for safe furniture and other household products that release a low level of emissions.

GREENGUARD gold-certified products can emit no more than 360 VOCs and must comply with the State of California’s Department of Public Health

🌟What Makes a Product JPMA Certified?

JPMA, or the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, has advocated for safe baby products for over 40 years. Products must be sample tested at independent laboratories and meet rigorous safety standards in order to be JPMA certified.

The JPMA certification differs from the GREENGUARD gold certification in that it focuses on meeting a bar of functionality and performance rather than a level of emissions.

NEED MORE SPACE FOR YOUR GROWING FAMILY?
We can help you find the ideal home.

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#TheLaugesenTeam | Top Producing Team

👑 LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENTS 👑

The Laugesen Team has the experience, connections and creativity to successfully list and sell your distinctive property.

OUR INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALIZED APPROACH
• Pricing for Success
• Prepare for Top Sale
• Impressive Marketing
• State of the Art Technology
• Network with other High-End Agents

Luxury Real Estate Specialists

Denise Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
deniselaugesenteam@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6225
Cell: 650.465.5742
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01011089

Cortney Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
cortneylaug@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6226
Cell: 650.678.5084
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01859860

Sheran Honneyman

Luxury Consultant

Buyer’s Specialist

650.678.8493

DRE # 01412131

By cortney

January 15, 2020

🌳🌵 PRIVACY PLANTS FOR SCREENING YOUR YARD IN STYLE 🌵🌳

🌳🌵Privacy Plants for Screening Your Yard in Style🌵🌳

BAMBOO
We begin with bamboo, which adds height and modern style to the outdoor spaces it adorns. Below we see how a row of bamboo creates a poolside wall of greenery.

FARGESIA BAMBOO
Not all bamboo is invasive! While some can quickly get out of control, try Fargesia bamboos, which have clumping roots and grow more slowly than their unruly counterparts. There are many perks to Fargesia, including the fact that it’s fast-growing, evergreen and hardy, even in the cold.

BOXWOOD
Boxwood makes a lovely option for the ground, and it adds English garden-style charm when trimmed into spheres or hedges. If height isn’t a huge factor with your privacy screen, you don’t need to wait for the boxwood to grow tall before achieving the results you desire.

ITALIAN BUCKTHORN
We continue on our evergreen shrub kick, this time getting back to the real variety! Consider Italian Buckthorn for your privacy planting needs. This shrub will grow rather quickly, and its upright formations make it ideal for screen purposes.

ARBORVITAE
There’s something unique about the clustered, textured feel of Arborvitae’s greenery. This tree is often layered with other selections, such as Boxwood. Below we see a lush garden filled with manicured trees and shrubs. Note the Arborvitae growing tall behind the Boxwood.

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#TheLaugesenTeam | Top Producing Team

👑 LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENTS 👑

The Laugesen Team has the experience, connections and creativity to successfully list and sell your distinctive property.

OUR INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALIZED APPROACH
• Pricing for Success
• Prepare for Top Sale
• Impressive Marketing
• State of the Art Technology
• Network with other High-End Agents

Luxury Real Estate Specialists

Denise Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
deniselaugesenteam@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6225
Cell: 650.465.5742
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01011089

Cortney Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
cortneylaug@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6226
Cell: 650.678.5084
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01859860

Sheran Honneyman

Luxury Consultant

Buyer’s Specialist

650.678.8493

DRE # 01412131

By cortney

January 9, 2020

🏠 🌺 THE NEW SPRING REAL ESTATE MARKET IS HERE, ARE YOU READY? 🌺 🏠

Which month do you think most people who are considering buying a home actually start their search? If you’re like most of us, you probably think the surge happens in the spring, likely in April. Not anymore. According to new research, January 2019 was only 1% behind February for the most monthly views per listing.

SO, WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?
The busiest season in real estate has just begun.

The same research indicates,

“Historically, April launched the kickoff of the home shopping season as buyers would come out of their winter hibernation looking for their new home. However, the spring shopping season now starts in January for many of the nation’s largest markets.”

With the reality of fewer homes on the market in the winter, and that supply naturally increases as we head to the spring market, waiting for more competition to list in your neighborhood this year might put you behind the curve. Perhaps now is the time to jump into the market.

REMINDER: When should you sell something? When there is less of that item for sale and the greatest number of buyers are in the market. That’s exactly what is happening in real estate right now.

BOTTOM LINE
The new spring market for real estate is underway. If you’re considering buying or selling, reach out to The Laugesen Team your local real estate professionals, so you have the advantage in this competitive market.

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#TheLaugesenTeam | Top Producing Team

👑 LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENTS 👑

The Laugesen Team has the experience, connections and creativity to successfully list and sell your distinctive property.

OUR INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALIZED APPROACH
• Pricing for Success
• Prepare for Top Sale
• Impressive Marketing
• State of the Art Technology
• Network with other High-End Agents

Luxury Real Estate Specialists

Denise Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
deniselaugesenteam@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6225
Cell: 650.465.5742
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01011089

Cortney Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
cortneylaug@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6226
Cell: 650.678.5084
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01859860

Sheran Honneyman

Luxury Consultant

Buyer’s Specialist

650.678.8493

DRE # 01412131

By cortney

January 8, 2020

2020 NEW YEAR TIP

Don’t abbreviate 2020 when you sign documents, police warn.

When writing the date in 2020, write the year in its entirety. It could possibly protect you and prevent legal issues on paperwork.

Example: If you just write 1/1/20, one could easily change it to 1/1/2017 (for instance) and now your signature is on an incorrect document.

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#TheLaugesenTeam | Top Producing Team

👑 LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENTS 👑

The Laugesen Team has the experience, connections and creativity to successfully list and sell your distinctive property.

OUR INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALIZED APPROACH
• Pricing for Success
• Prepare for Top Sale
• Impressive Marketing
• State of the Art Technology
• Network with other High-End Agents

Luxury Real Estate Specialists

Denise Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
deniselaugesenteam@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6225
Cell: 650.465.5742
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01011089

Cortney Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
cortneylaug@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6226
Cell: 650.678.5084
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01859860

Sheran Honneyman

Luxury Consultant

Buyer’s Specialist

650.678.8493

DRE # 01412131

By cortney

November 19, 2019

🐶 PET FOOD AND BLANKET DRIVE 🐶

Every Donation Helps!

Items Needed

• Dog/Cat Food and Treats

• Blankets and Pet Beds

• Towels and Pet shampoo

• Collars, Leashes & Harnesses

• Stainless Steel Bowls

• Crates & Carriers

• Toys

• Cat Litter

DONATION ARE BEING COLLECTED

By The Laugesen Team

Keller Williams

1430 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010

DONATION DEADLINE – DECEMBER 6TH

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👑 LUXURY REAL ESTATE AGENTS 👑

The Laugesen Team has the experience, connections and creativity to successfully list and sell your distinctive property.

OUR INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALIZED APPROACH
• Pricing for Success
• Prepare for Top Sale
• Impressive Marketing
• State of the Art Technology
• Network with other High-End Agents

Luxury Real Estate Specialists

Denise Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
deniselaugesenteam@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6225
Cell: 650.465.5742
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01011089

Cortney Laugesen
Luxury Consultant
cortneylaug@gmail.com
Direct: 650.403.6226
Cell: 650.678.5084
www.thelaugesenteam.com
DRE: # 01859860

Sheran Honneyman

Luxury Consultant

Buyer’s Specialist

650.678.8493

DRE # 01412131

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