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Part 2: How to Reduce Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Home

2 Strategies to Avoid or Reduce Capital Gains Tax In our previous blog, we discussed how to avoid capital gains tax on Bay Area single-family homes, which have roughly quadrupled in value over the past 25 years. In 1999, the average single-family home in San Mateo County sold for approximately $600,000. Today, that average hasContinue reading “Part 2: How to Reduce Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Home”

Part 1: How to Avoid Capital Gains Taxes When Selling Your Home

Bay Area single-family home values have approximately quadrupled over the past 25 years. In 1999, the average single-family home in San Mateo County sold for around $600,000. Today, the average price has risen to $2,500,000, reflecting significant growth in communities such as San Carlos and Redwood City. While this increase is beneficial for those whoContinue reading “Part 1: How to Avoid Capital Gains Taxes When Selling Your Home”

An Interview with George Houston, Owner of Bins 2B Cleaned

Attention San Carlos parents: Do your kids ever take out the trash? Then this is a must-read. Let’s be honest, most of us probably don’t clean our garbage bins regularly, if at all. But did you know that dangerous bacteria like Salmonella, E.coli, and Listeria can thrive in those bins if left uncleaned? These bacteriaContinue reading “An Interview with George Houston, Owner of Bins 2B Cleaned”

An Interview with Chef Geoffroy Raby of Cuisinett

When Cuisinett announced its closure on Instagram on November 25th, the community felt a deep sadness, reminiscing about the wonderful memories shared during its 12-year run. But amidst the gloom, Chef Geoffroy brought a glimmer of hope, revealing plans for a new venture that lifted the spirits of loyal customers and friends. For over aContinue reading “An Interview with Chef Geoffroy Raby of Cuisinett”

Interview with SC Noodle House Owner, Christian Conte

SC Noodle House burst onto the San Carlos scene in November 2023 with five-star reviews and drawing customers from far and wide. We recently had the pleasure of chatting with Christian Conte, the brains behind both SC Noodle House and the iconic Drakes of San Carlos. A hometown hero, Conte envisioned the Noodle House asContinue reading “Interview with SC Noodle House Owner, Christian Conte”

Meet the New Devonshire Little Store

Tucked away in the heart of San Carlos is a small store that may as well surpass the longevity of any other business in San Mateo – a remarkable 88-year history, nearly as old as the town itself! The Devonshire Little Store – founded by Scottish immigrants amidst the tumult of the Great Depression, andContinue reading “Meet the New Devonshire Little Store”

Cask vs. Stamp: San Carlos’ Best $20 3-Course Showdown

It’s date-month! Ever wondered where and when to get the best gourmet meal for two on a budget? Enter two local gems, Stamp Bar & Grill and The Cask Wine Bar, engaging in a friendly “20-dollar meal battle” right on Laurel Street, almost facing each other. Stamp and Cask, our dynamic duo, are vying forContinue reading “Cask vs. Stamp: San Carlos’ Best $20 3-Course Showdown”

San Carlos Centennial Celebrations 2025: The Committee In Charge

Last January 17, 2024, marked the inception of the San Carlos Centennial Advisory Committee’s journey towards organizing the grand events and celebrations for the City of San Carlos’s 100th anniversary in 2025. The mood was set with the mantra, “San Carlos – let’s have fun 🙂,” reflecting the enthusiasm that filled the 2nd Floor ofContinue reading “San Carlos Centennial Celebrations 2025: The Committee In Charge”