If you thrive on stability and predictability, entrepreneurship—and especially real estate—may not be for you. Change is baked into this profession, and honestly, it’s what keeps me excited. But every now and then, change calls for reflection—and this is one of those moments.

Selling a home is rarely straightforward—but when it follows the passing of a loved one, the added responsibility of liquidating the home’s contents can feel overwhelming. Where do you even begin?

Rainmaker Real Estate is proud to support Toys for Tots, collecting new and unwrapped toys, books, board games, balls (soccer balls, footballs, basketballs, etc.). Now through December 13, 2024, you can make a difference with a simple act of kindness.

Realtors often celebrate their successes – highlighting the number of homes they’ve sold or touting their total sales volume with statements like, “Last year, I sold over a billion dollars of real estate.” But behind those numbers are the deals that nearly fell apart or, sometimes, do…

We enjoy many benefits from living here in Los Altos. One of the biggest draws for buyers is our incredible school system, which has a significant impact on home values. Given that connection, it’s worth taking a closer look at how our schools are funded.

Fall is here, and it’s time for our annual Pumpkins and Popsicles event! This year, we’re excited to invite you to the back of the J. Gilbert Smith House at the Los Altos History Museum for an afternoon of family fun. You and your loved ones can reserve a free pumpkin to carve for Halloween and enjoy handcrafted popsicles from the local favorite, Moss + Wonder.