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“Spring is beautiful, and summer is perfect for vacations, but autumn brings a longing to get away from the unreal things of life, out into the forest at night with a campfire and the rustling leaves.”
–Margaret Elizabeth Sangster
Each season is a gift.
Each season of life is a gift.
Savor and thrive in every season, recognizing the incredible opportunities that are all around you. How will you use this season? How will you make it more memorable than the last?
As summer fades, don’t look back. Instead, look forward to the cooler twilight hours, the shorter days that make for cozier nights, and fall colors splashed across the landscape and the horizon.
In the spirit of embracing the gifts of different seasons, we’ve curated some special content just for you this month:
- Top Smart Home Gadgets for 2023
- Our Seller Concierge Service, and Our Complimentary List of Trusted Service Providers
- Local Events to Enjoy (Did someone say “The Great Italian Festival“?)
- From the Blog: What Does It Really Mean To Be a Homeowner?
- Featured Listings
- What We’re Talking About Online
- Neighborhood Spotlight: Downtown Reno–Midtown–Old Southwest Area
- Real Estate Market Update
- In the Words of Our Clients: Real Straight Shooters
- A Favorite Quote About the Autumn Leaf and Life
If you have questions about anything local or real estate related, consider our Team a resource. If you or someone you know is thinking of making a move, we’re always happy to help.
Sincerely,
P.S.–Life is a beautiful ride. Enjoy every moment.
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Alan Hoffman, Broker
(775) 742-2591
Alan@HomeGateRealty.com
www.HomeGateRealty.com
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Magda Martinez, REALTOR®
(775) 284-2615
Magda@HomeGateRealty.com
www.HomeGateRealty.com
Magda on LinkedIn
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Thinking of Selling Your Home Soon?
You’ll need our Free Consumer Guide, “6 Steps for Selling Your Home.” There’s no cost or obligation–just helpful information you can depend on. To get your copy, simply call Alan at 775-742-2591 or Magda at 775-284-2615, or send us an email by clicking the button below:
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The top smart home gadgets can automate, protect, and clean up your house, and these connected products may sometimes even offer cost savings for you. Let’s take a look at our best smart home product recommendations:
- Ampere Shower Power and Shower Power Pro: Hydropower Bluetooth Shower Speakers (2 different models). According to Ampere, the Pro model’s slightly larger size results in better sound, and it also has an LED ring at the end for some extra sparkle. Here’s a cool upcoming feature: the Pro model is still planning to release an app that will allow you to monitor water usage and temperature (the LEDs will flash red if the water is boiling hot and purple if it is extremely cold).
- Click and Grow Smart Garden. This smart garden is an entry-level indoor garden kit for those who need some herbs every now and again. Your greens will keep growing as long as you remember to water your device. This makes it a worthwhile investment if you want to start developing a green thumb, even if you don’t already have one.
- RYSE SmartShade: Motorized Window Shades & App Control. Love smart shades in high-end homes? Ryse SmartShades are a great option for homeowners who want to upgrade existing custom-made shades to contemporary smart shades.
- Gryphon Tower. Naturally, the Wi-Fi router is the best spot to regulate the internet in the home. In addition to offering mesh Wi-Fi with parental controls, malware, and ransomware filtering for all internet-connected home devices, and fast internet, the Gryphon Tower is an all-in-one mesh Wi-Fi router.
- Autonomous SmartDesk. Add some activity to your daily grind. With an Autonomous SmartDesk, you can select and set different heights to rotate between throughout your working day to stay moving.
- Eco4Life 10.1″ WiFi Digital Photo Frame with Photos/Videos Sharing. Want to show your photos and clips on something other than your phone? Enjoy and display your digital photos easily with a digital photo/video frame.
- ALC Wireless AHSS31 Motion Detector. The ALC motion detector is a home/premise security system/kit that comes with the essential tools/features for basic security, and optional add-ons can further improve the system. Similar to a standard alarm system, the ALC motion detector has a primary control box, a camera, and door and window sensors that track opening and closing. Also, this system comes with two power switches that are Amazon, Nest, and Google Assistant compatible.
- Evapolar Store Evapolar evaSMART Personal Evaporative Air Cooler. While it’s a little pricey (compared to other evaporative coolers), it puts out a surprisingly large amount of cold air. It’s also simple to operate, ideal for cooling your space during the workday or lowering the temp to make sleeping easier at night.
These smart home gadgets ranked as some of our favorites, but there are so many more available! Click here to take a look at the article that inspired this piece, and check out 22 more gadgets you may not want to live without.
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It comes down to a single word.
Concierge.
Over decades of selling real estate, we have carved out a niche of Seller Concierge Services that go far above and beyond what is offered by other Reno/Sparks real estate agents. Our complete understanding of a property’s full sales lifecycle, from preparation to post-closing and beyond, means that you will always have a seasoned guide by your side.
It also means that you have access to our extensive experience with local service providers on your side. We only work with the best, and we want to share those trusted professionals with you. Click here to review our list of reputable vendors who can assist with a wide array of homeownership needs. Don’t see a field listed? Reach out to us anytime. We’re always happy to do whatever we can to help: (512) 742-2591 or Alan@HomeGateRealty.com. |
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What’s My Home Worth?
If you want to know your home’s current value, we will gladly conduct a Maximum Value Home Audit. Request this “no charge” in-depth home value analysis by calling Alan at (775) 742-2591 or Magda at (775) 284-2615, or send us an email by tapping the button below:
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Street Vibrations Fall Rally
September 21–24, 2023
Various Location | Link to Details
Candy Dance
September 23–24, 2023
Downtown Genoa | Link to Details
Legends of Beer Festival
September 23, 2023
The Outlets at Legends | Link to Details
Water Lantern Festival
September 30, 2023
Sparks Marina | Link to Details
Sting
October 1, 2023
Grand Sierra Resort | Link to Details
The ROW’s Great Italian Festival
October 7–8, 2023
The ROW Reno | Link to Details
The World Famous Outhouse Races
October 7–8, 2023
Virginia City | Link to Details
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What Does It Really Mean To Be A Homeowner?
Becoming a homeowner is an incredible step in life. Purchasing a home can have transformative effects on your life, from building wealth to having your own space! And while becoming a homeowner is a significant financial decision, it is also an excellent investment that will last a lifetime.
So, what happens after you sign the papers and officially become a homeowner? Click here to learn more in one of our latest blog articles.
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Would You Like to Know How Much Your
Neighbor’s Home Listed or Sold for?
Maybe you’re just curious. Or maybe you want to know how much your home is worth. Either way, we can help…with no “sales pitches” or run-arounds. Call either Alan at 775-742-2519 or Magda at 775-284-2615 and we’ll give you all the facts. Or, click on the button below to send us an email:
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Downtown Reno–Midtown–Old Southwest Area
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Reno’s oldest and most charming neighborhood is known by many names – Old Southwest to the long-time residents and Midtown to new Nevada visitors, all while nestled in bustling Downtown! This historic community is blanketed under the shade of towering mature trees lining the streets. With an eclectic array of homes in the area, passersby will marvel at the enchanting brick cottages burrowed next to the luxurious mansion estates bordering the winding Truckee River. Just a short walk away from the peak of the entertainment district in downtown Reno, adventure is always waiting at your doorstep in Old Southwest-Midtown. Click here to read more about this iconic area. |
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Have a specific question about our real estate market and how it affects you? Email or call us anytime: (775) 742-2591.
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“I hope I can be the autumn leaf, who looked at the sky and lived. And when it was time to leave, gracefully it knew life was a gift.”
–Dodinsky
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