# Sternsmith Group

> Burlingame-based Compass real estate team serving Hillsborough, Burlingame, San Mateo, and nearby Mid-Peninsula communities. Represents buyers and sellers across residential property types, with additional rental and investment-related services.

Mid-Peninsula residential sales, luxury estates, condos and townhomes, seller prep and staging coordination, off-market and pre-market opportunities, strong negotiation, San Mateo/Burlingame/Hillsborough expertise, first-time to luxury clients

## Agent Bios

- [About Aimee Kevorkian](https://sternsmith.com/agents/aimee-kevorkian): Directory profile for Aimee Kevorkian, Director of Operations at Sternsmith Group in Burlingame, California.
- [About Casey Sternsmith](https://sternsmith.com/agents/casey-sternsmith): Casey Sternsmith is the founding partner of the Sternsmith Group and a Burlingame-based Realtor serving the Peninsula.
- [About Casey Sternsmith Tess Salter](https://sternsmith.com/agents/casey-sternsmith-tess-salter): Directory page for Casey Sternsmith & Tess Salter with contact details and a placeholder bio on Sternsmith Group's Burlingame real-estate site.
- [About Christine Kosturos](https://sternsmith.com/agents/christine-kosturos): Agent profile for Christine Kosturos, a Burlingame-based real estate professional with local expertise and client testimonials.
- [About Gabby Nadel](https://sternsmith.com/agents/gabby-nadel): Sternsmith Group agent profile for Gabby Nadel, a Burlingame-based REALTOR with Peninsula roots and client testimonials.
- [Jenna  Chambers](https://sternsmith.com/agents/jenna-chambers): Jenna Chambers is a Sternsmith Group realtor in Burlingame, drawing on fintech project management experience to guide clients buying or selling homes.
- [About Leila Wright](https://sternsmith.com/agents/leila-wright): Leila Wright agent profile for Burlingame and Bay Area home buyers and sellers.
- [About Mary Lawson](https://sternsmith.com/agents/mary-lawson): Profile of Mary Lawson, a Burlingame referral agent with Mid-Peninsula expertise and client testimonials.
- [About Tess Salter](https://sternsmith.com/agents/tess-salter): Burlingame-based REALTOR Tess Salter profiles San Mateo County sales expertise, luxury marketing, and client testimonials from the Sternsmith Group.

## Neighborhood Guides

- [Bay Meadows, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/bay-meadows): Bay Meadows neighborhood profile in San Mateo, highlighting urban-village amenities, transit access, demographics, and nearby businesses.
- [Belmont, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/belmont): Belmont neighborhood profile highlighting parks, commute access, schools, and current home listings in San Mateo County.
- [Burlingame, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/burlingame): Burlingame neighborhood guide covering lifestyle, schools, housing stock, market trends, and buying considerations in Burlingame, CA.
- [Foster City, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/foster-city): Directory-style Foster City neighborhood guide covering waterfront lifestyle, schools, demographics, and current listings.
- [Hillsborough, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/hillsborough): Hillsborough, CA neighborhood guide for an exclusive San Mateo County community with estate homes, scenic views, and top schools.
- [Millbrae, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/millbrae): Millbrae neighborhood profile highlighting Bay views, transit access, schools, dining, parks, and local housing data.
- [Redwood City, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/redwood-city): Neighborhood guide to Redwood City, CA, covering lifestyle, schools, amenities, demographics, and local real estate.
- [Redwood Shores, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/redwood-shores): Redwood Shores neighborhood guide highlighting waterfront homes, parks, schools, and nearby dining in Redwood City.
- [San Bruno, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/san-bruno): San Bruno neighborhood guide highlighting parks, transit access, dining, schools, and home market data on the San Francisco Peninsula.
- [San Carlos, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/san-carlos): A San Carlos, CA neighborhood guide highlighting lifestyle, schools, dining, events, and local real estate.
- [San Mateo, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/san-mateo): Neighborhood guide to San Mateo, California, covering lifestyle, schools, dining, commute, housing, and market conditions.
- [South San Francisco, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/south-san-francisco): South San Francisco neighborhood guide with lifestyle highlights, school info, demographics, and current property listings.
- [Menlo Park, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods/menlo-park): Menlo Park neighborhood guide highlighting tree-lined streets, tech headquarters, dining, parks, schools, demographics, and current home listings.

## Tools

- [Home Valuation | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/home-valuation): Lead-generation page for a complimentary Peninsula home valuation from Sternsmith Group.
- [How Much Is My House Worth in Burlingame, CA? | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/home-valuation/burlingame): Burlingame home valuation page highlights walkability, school boundaries, renovation premiums, ADU potential, and climate resilience as key pricing drivers.
- [How Much Is My House Worth in Hillsborough, CA? | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/home-valuation/hillsborough): A Hillsborough home valuation guide explains how lot usability, architecture, privacy, compound potential, and tech readiness shape luxury pricing.
- [How Much Is My House Worth in San Mateo, CA? | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/home-valuation/san-mateo): A San Mateo home valuation guide emphasizing school zones, turnkey upgrades, walkability, ADU potential, and flood-risk differences.

## Featured Blog Posts

- [6 Best Places to Shop Near Hillsborough | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/6-best-places-to-shop-near-hillsborough): A local guide to shopping destinations near Hillsborough in San Mateo, Burlingame, Palo Alto, San Bruno, and San Francisco.
- [6 Things to Consider Before Moving to Hillsborough | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/6-things-to-consider-before-moving-to-hillsborough): A Hillsborough relocation guide outlines residential zoning, estate architecture, commuter access, schools, and market stability.
- [7 Best Restaurants in Burlingame | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/7-best-restaurants-in-burlingame): A Burlingame dining roundup highlights seven restaurants spanning bistros, vegan cuisine, sushi, Italian fare, coffee, and bakery treats.
- [9 Best Places to Shop in Burlingame | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/8-best-places-to-shop-in-burlingame): A Burlingame shopping guide highlighting jewelry, seafood, running gear, home dcor, toys, art, baby goods, and specialty foods.
- [8 Best Restaurants in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/8-best-restaurants-in-san-mateo): A San Mateo roundup highlights eight local restaurants, bakeries, and cafs, from sushi and kaiseki to burgers, coffee, and Mexican street food.
- [8 Restaurants to Try Near Hillsborough, CA | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/8-restaurants-to-try): A Hillsborough, CA guide lists eight nearby restaurants in Burlingame and San Bruno, spanning Italian, sushi, Mediterranean, Peruvian, Burmese, and pizza.
- [A Guide to Burlingame Parks | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/a-guide-to-burlingame-parks): A Burlingame real estate guide to Washington, Pershing, Village, Ray, Bayside, Cuernavaca, and Laguna parks.
- [Annual Home Maintenance Checklist to Keep Your Burlingame Home in Shape | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/annual-home-maintenance-checklist-to-keep-your-burlingame-home-in-shape): A Burlingame home-maintenance guide organizes seasonal tasks around wet winters, dry summers, and year-round system checks.
- [Architectural Landmarks in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/architectural-landmarks-in-san-mateo): A San Mateo real-estate blog surveys historic, civic, and modern architectural landmarks across San Mateo and nearby Peninsula communities.
- [Best ROI Home Improvements for Your Home | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/best-roi-home-improvements-for-your-home): Blog post on high-ROI home improvements, emphasizing kitchen and bathroom updates, paint, flooring, hardware, curb appeal, and functional spaces.
- [Inside Bing Crosby's Hillsborough Estate: $40M Bay Area Landmark](https://sternsmith.com/blog/bing-crosbys-historic-hillsborough-estate-hits-the-market-for-dollar40m): Blog post profiles Bing Crosby's former Hillsborough estate, a $40 million French chateau-style mansion at 1200 Jackling Drive.
- [5 Home-Building Mistakes to Avoid-Advice From a Top San Mateo Realtor](https://sternsmith.com/blog/building-your-own-house-top-5-mistakes-that-future-buyers-will-roast-you-for): A San Mateo real estate blog outlines five resale-focused mistakes to avoid when building a custom home.
- [Buying a Fixer-Upper in Burlingame: Pros, Cons, & Tips | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/buying-a-fixer-upper-in-burlingame-pros-cons-and-tips): A Burlingame real estate guide covering fixer-upper pros, cons, renovation tips, and local market considerations.
- [Buying a Home in Bay Meadows](https://sternsmith.com/blog/buying-a-home-in-bay-meadows): A Bay Meadows home-buying guide covering housing types, amenities, transit, parks, and Nueva School in San Mateo.
- [Buying a Home in Burlingame | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/buying-a-home-in-burlingame): A Sternsmith Group guide to buying a home in Burlingame and navigating its competitive Peninsula market.
- [Buying a Home in Hillsborough | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/buying-a-home-in-hillsborough): A Sternsmith Group guide to buying a luxury home in Hillsborough, with market stats, buying steps, and agent background.
- [Buying a Home in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/buying-a-home-in-san-mateo): Guide to buying a home in San Mateo with local market, financing, and closing advice from Sternsmith Group.
- [Discover Belmont's Hidden Gem: Vivace Restaurant](https://sternsmith.com/blog/discover-belmonts-hidden-gem-vivace-restaurant): A Belmont restaurant spotlight on Vivace's Italian cuisine, romantic ambiance, and local ownership.
- [Downtown San Mateo Restaurant Guide](https://sternsmith.com/blog/downtown-san-mateo-restaurant-guide): A San Mateo blog listing for a downtown restaurant guide.
- [Embrace Fall: "Top Fall Activities in San Mateo County: Weekend Events and Pumpkin Patches"](https://sternsmith.com/blog/embrace-fall-top-fall-activities-in-san-mateo-county-weekend-events-and-pumpkin-patches): A San Mateo County blog guide lists pumpkin patches, apple picking, and fall festival ideas across the Bay Area.
- [Everything You Need to Know About Moving to San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-san-mateo): A San Mateo relocation guide covering downtown attractions, outdoor recreation, community events, dining, and local real estate help.
- [Exploring Smart and Sustainable Luxury in Hillsborough | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/exploring-smart-and-sustainable-luxury-in-hillsborough): A Hillsborough luxury real-estate essay on quiet luxury, sustainable upgrades, and what affluent buyers and sellers want now.
- [Exploring the Rich Heritage and History of Hillsborough | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/exploring-the-rich-heritage-and-history-of-hillsborough): A blog post tracing Hillsborough's evolution from Rancho San Mateo land to a preserved estate town with notable historic architecture.
- [Defensible Space & Home Hardening Tips for California Wildfire Zones | San Mateo Experts](https://sternsmith.com/blog/fireproofing-your-property-essential-steps-for-california-homeowners-in-fire-zones): A Sternsmith Group blog outlines wildfire defensible space and home-hardening steps for California homeowners in San Mateo County fire zones.
- [First-Time Home Buyer in San Mateo: 7 Things to Know | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/first-time-home-buyer-in-san-mateo-7-things-to-know): A San Mateo guide for first-time buyers covering budgeting, agent selection, tours, offers, negotiation, and closing.
- [Frequently Asked Questions About Finding a Real Estate Agent in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/frequently-asked-questions-about-finding-a-real-estate-agent-in-san-mateo): Blog FAQ on choosing a San Mateo real estate agent, emphasizing local expertise, interview questions, and Sternsmith Group credentials.
- [From Keys to Curtains: Setting Up Utilities in Your New Home](https://sternsmith.com/blog/from-keys-to-curtains-setting-up-utilities-in-your-new-home): San Mateo County utility setup guide for new homeowners with city-by-city provider contacts.
- [Top San Mateo County Realtors' Guide to the Best Bay Area & Peninsula Holiday Activities](https://sternsmith.com/blog/fun-winter-activities-your-bay-area-holiday-guide): A Bay Area holiday guide listing Peninsula lights, tea traditions, Hanukkah events, and community celebrations.
- [How to Buy a Luxury Home | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/how-to-buy-a-luxury-home): Guide to buying a luxury home with Peninsula-focused advice on off-market listings, neighborhood research, financing, and due diligence.
- [How to Buy and Sell Burlingame Real Estate Simultaneously | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/how-to-buy-and-sell-burlingame-real-estate-simultaneously): Blog post on synchronizing a Burlingame home purchase and sale in San Mateo County.
- [How to Design a Guest Room That Feels Like Home | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/how-to-design-a-guest-room-that-feels-like-home): Sternsmith Group offers a San Mateo County guide to designing a guest room that feels comfortable, polished, and resale-friendly.
- [How to Find a Real Estate Agent in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/how-to-find-a-real-estate-agent-in-san-mateo): Guide to choosing a real estate agent in San Mateo, with local-market criteria and Sternsmith Group team profiles.
- [How to Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage and Why It's Essential | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/how-to-get-pre-approved-for-a-mortgage-and-why-its-essential): A San Mateo County buyer guide explains mortgage pre-approval, lender documentation, and jumbo-loan considerations in a competitive Bay Area market.
- [How to Renovate Your Backyard to Increase Home Value | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/how-to-renovate-your-backyard-to-increase-home-value): San Mateo County guide to backyard renovations that emphasizes hardscape, outdoor structures, climate-smart landscaping, and permitting.
- [How to Sell Your Home for Top Dollar in San Mateo County (2026 Strategy)](https://sternsmith.com/blog/how-to-sell-your-home-for-top-dollar-in-san-mateo-county-2026-strategy): A San Mateo County seller guide advises launching homes with strong presentation, strategic pricing, and a high-impact first 10 days.
- [How to Turn Your San Mateo Home into a Buyer's Dream | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/how-to-turn-your-san-mateo-home-into-a-buyers-dream): Advice for San Mateo sellers on inspections, updates, staging, and pricing to make a home more appealing to buyers.
- [Inspections in San Mateo County: What Buyers Need to Know Before Writing an Offer | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/inspections-in-san-mateo-county-what-buyers-need-to-know-before-writing-an-offer): Sternsmith Group explains how pre-offer inspections, disclosures, and contingencies shape competitive homebuying in San Mateo County.
- [Is Summer a Good Time to Sell? | Top Realtor in San Mateo](https://sternsmith.com/blog/is-summer-a-good-time-to-sell-your-house-in-san-mateo-county): Blog post on summer home-selling timing in San Mateo County, with specific launch windows and local market advice.
- [Join Us At The Eichler Home Tour](https://sternsmith.com/blog/join-us-at-the-eichler-home-tour): Sternsmith Group previews the San Mateo Eichler Home Tour and shares event details, history, and neighborhood context.
- [Latest Trends in Luxury Real Estate Development in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/latest-trends-in-luxury-real-estate-development-in-san-mateo): Sternsmith Group catalogs San Mateo luxury development trends, highlighting sustainable design, smart homes, indoor-outdoor living, and redevelopment.
- [Living in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/living-in-san-mateo): A San Mateo neighborhood guide covering downtown, parks, dining, shopping, transit, and Peninsula lifestyle.
- [Living in San Mateo: A Local's Perspective | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/living-in-san-mateo-a-locals-perspective): Local guide to living in San Mateo, covering commute access, downtown dining, neighborhoods, parks, and home styles.
- [Navigating Home Insurance in California Fire Zones: Expert Tips for San Mateo County Homeowners](https://sternsmith.com/blog/navigating-home-insurance-in-california-fire-zones-what-every-homeowner-needs-to-know): A San Mateo County real estate blog explains how California fire zones affect home insurance and points homeowners to coverage resources.
- [ October on the Mid-Peninsula: Festivals, Pumpkins & Fall Fun](https://sternsmith.com/blog/october-on-the-mid-peninsula-festivals-pumpkins-and-fall-fun): A Mid-Peninsula fall events guide featuring Redwood City, Half Moon Bay, Filoli, San Carlos, and Burlingame celebrations.
- [Real Estate Lingo Decoded: What Those Buzzwords Actually Mean | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/real-estate-lingo-decoded-what-those-buzzwords-actually-mean): A San Mateo real estate blog explains common listing buzzwords and what they usually signal to buyers and sellers.
- [Relocating to Burlingame | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/relocating-to-burlingame): Neighborhood guide to relocating to Burlingame, comparing Burlingame Avenue, Broadway, Washington Park, Easton Addition, Ray Park, and hillside streets.
- [From Tender Offer to Turnkey: Where San Mateo County Fits in an AI Windfall Diversification Strategy | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/rom-tender-offer-to-turnkey-where-san-mateo-county-fits-in-an-ai-windfall-strategy): A San Mateo County real estate column links AI windfalls to Peninsula homebuying choices and current market shifts.
- [San Mateo Neighborhood Highlight: Baywood](https://sternsmith.com/blog/san-mateo-neighborhood-highlight-baywood): Sternsmith Group profiles San Mateo's Baywood neighborhood, highlighting homes, schools, amenities, commuting access, and recreation.
- [San Mateo Real Estate Market Prices, Trends and Forecast 2023 | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/san-mateo-real-estate-market-prices-trends-and-forecast): San Mateo real estate market trends and forecast analysis with neighborhood snapshots and advice for buyers, sellers, and investors.
- [Sell Stock or Borrow Against It? How AI Employees Are Financing Peninsula Homes | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/sell-stock-or-borrow-against-it-how-ai-employees-are-financing-peninsula-homes): An explainer on using securities-backed lending instead of stock sales to finance Peninsula home purchases.
- [Selling a Home in Burlingame | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/selling-a-home-in-burlingame): A Burlingame home-selling guide from Sternsmith Group covering pricing, staging, photography, offers, and closing.
- [Selling a Home in Hillsborough | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/selling-a-home-in-hillsborough): Guide to selling a home in Hillsborough, covering preparation, pricing, staging, marketing, offers, escrow, and closing costs.
- [Selling a Home in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/selling-a-home-in-san-mateo): Guide to selling a home in San Mateo with staging, pricing, marketing, and closing tips from Sternsmith Group.
- [Selling Your Home in San Mateo? Here's What Buyers Want in 2025 | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/selling-your-home-in-san-mateo-heres-what-buyers-want-in-2025): Sternsmith Group outlines what San Mateo sellers should emphasize in 2025, from work-from-home space and flexible layouts to outdoor living and storage.
- [Spring Home Checklist | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/spring-home-checklist-preparing-your-san-mateo-county-home-for-spring): A San Mateo County spring home maintenance checklist for homeowners preparing interiors, exteriors, systems, and seasonal upkeep.
- [healthy lifestyle habits 2026 - consistency over perfection wellness](https://sternsmith.com/blog/sternsmith-groups-guide-to-great-health-in-2026): A Sternsmith Group wellness guide on consistency, supplements, walking, strength training, sleep, and recovery habits.
- [Supporting Hurricane Milton Relief Efforts: How You Can Make a Difference](https://sternsmith.com/blog/supporting-hurricane-milton-relief-efforts-how-you-can-make-a-difference): A Sternsmith Group post urges donations to Hurricane Milton relief charities.
- [Tax Benefits of Owning Residential Property in Burlingame | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/tax-benefits-of-owning-residential-property-in-burlingame): A Burlingame guide to mortgage interest deductions, Proposition 13, SALT limits, and capital gains exclusions for homeowners.
- [Tender Offer Windfall? How to Time a Peninsula Home Purchase for Tax Efficiency | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/tender-offer-windfall-how-to-time-your-home-purchase-for-tax-efficiency): A San Mateo County real estate guide on timing home purchases after AI tender offers for tax efficiency.
- [The AI Wealth Wave Is Coming to San Mateo County. Here's Why Buyers Are Getting In Now | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/the-ai-wealth-wave-is-coming-to-san-mateo-county-heres-why-buyers-are-getting-in-now): A San Mateo County market commentary on AI-driven wealth, limited inventory, and why buyers are moving before liquidity hits the Peninsula.
- [The Allure of San Mateo Luxury Living Inside the City's Most Prestigious Neighborhoods | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/the-allure-of-san-mateo-luxury-living-inside-the-citys-most-prestigious-neighborhoods): Guide to San Mateo luxury neighborhoods, centered on San Mateo Park, Baywood, and Aragon.
- [The Benefits of Buying a New Construction Home in Hillsborough | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/the-benefits-of-buying-a-new-construction-home-in-hillsborough): Sternsmith Group outlines the advantages of buying new construction homes in Hillsborough, California.
- [Free Summer Events on the SF Peninsula 2026 | Sternsmith](https://sternsmith.com/blog/the-best-free-summer-events-on-the-san-francisco-peninsula-2026-a-city-by-city-guide-from-millbrae-to-redwood-city): City-by-city guide to free summer events across the San Francisco Peninsula, from Millbrae festivals to Redwood City concerts.
- [The Hidden Costs of Selling a Home (And How to Prepare) | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/the-hidden-costs-of-selling-a-home-and-how-to-prepare): Sternsmith Group outlines the hidden selling costs Peninsula homeowners should budget for before listing a home.
- [The Impact of the Fed's Rate Cut on the Bay Area Housing Market](https://sternsmith.com/blog/the-impact-of-the-feds-rate-cut-on-the-bay-area-housing-market): A Bay Area real estate blog post examines how the Federal Reserve's 50-basis-point rate cut may affect borrowing costs and demand.
- [The Role of Emotions in Buying and Selling a Home | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/the-role-of-emotions-in-buying-and-selling-a-home): San Mateo County real estate guidance on the emotional side of buying and selling a home.
- [The Science of Color: How to Choose Paint Tones for Every Room | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/the-science-of-color-how-to-choose-paint-tones-for-every-room): A Burlingame home-design guide on choosing paint tones by light, room function, undertones, architecture, and flow.
- [The Ultimate Checklist for First-Time Buyers in Burlingame | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/the-ultimate-checklist-for-first-time-buyers-in-burlingame): A Burlingame home-buying checklist for first-time buyers covering financing, neighborhoods, inspections, and competitive offer strategy.
- [The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Home in Burlingame: Schools, Neighborhoods, and Lifestyle | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-buying-a-home-in-burlingame-schools-neighborhoods-and-lifestyle): A Burlingame homebuying guide covering schools, neighborhoods, lifestyle, and a competitive local market.
- [Things to Do Around Burlingame | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/things-to-do-around-burlingame): A Burlingame guide highlights parks, community events, downtown dining, and nearby Peninsula attractions.
- [Things to Do Around Hillsborough | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/things-to-do-around-hillsborough): A Hillsborough neighborhood guide highlighting nearby parks, gardens, shopping, and landmark outings in San Mateo County.
- [Things to Do in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/things-to-do-in-san-mateo): A Sternsmith Group guide to San Mateo attractions, parks, restaurants, and community events.
- [Things You Might Not Know About Hillsborough | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/things-you-might-not-know-about-hillsborough): A Sternsmith Group blog explains Hillsborough's estate-community origins, landmark Carolands Chateau, and zoning, architecture, and landscape history.
- [Top 9 Activities for Elementary Children in the Bay Area](https://sternsmith.com/blog/top-9-activities-for-elementary-children-in-the-bay-area): A San Mateo-centered list of Bay Area outings for elementary children, from museums and theaters to trampoline parks and escape rooms.
- [Top Questions to Ask Before Making an Offer on a Home | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/top-questions-to-ask-before-making-an-offer-on-a-home): San Mateo County buyers are guided through questions to ask about condition, pricing, seller motivation, and neighborhood before offering.
- [Hillsdale Shopping Center Redevelopment: What San Mateo Residents Need to Know](https://sternsmith.com/blog/transformation-coming-to-hillsdale-shopping-center-what-you-need-to-know): Sternsmith Group outlines the planned Hillsdale Shopping Center redevelopment in San Mateo, including housing, retail, office space, fees, and community concerns.
- [Ultimate Guide to Selling Your House | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-selling-your-house): A San Francisco Peninsula guide outlines steps for selling a house, from planning and pricing to offers, inspection, and closing.
- [Understanding the Burlingame Property Tax System for Home Buyers | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/understanding-the-burlingame-property-tax-system-for-home-buyers): Sternsmith Group explains Burlingame property taxes, including Prop 13, supplemental bills, reassessments, and local exemptions.
- [Understanding the Different Types of Mortgages | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/understanding-the-different-types-of-mortgages): Sternsmith Group outlines San Mateo County mortgage options, from conforming and high-balance loans to jumbo, FHA, VA, and ARM products.
- [What $2 Million, $3 Million, and $4 Million Buys You in Burlingame vs. San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/what-dollar2-million-dollar3-million-and-dollar4-million-buys-you-in-burlingame-vs-san-mateo): A Burlingame vs. San Mateo luxury-home guide showing what $2M to $4M typically buys on the San Francisco Peninsula.
- [What Items Have Greatest ROI | Blog](https://sternsmith.com/blog/what-items-have-greatest-roi): Coming-soon blog entry about which home items offer the greatest return on investment.
- [What San Mateo Home Buyers Want (and How to Sell Faster) | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/what-san-mateo-home-buyers-want-and-how-to-sell-faster): San Mateo real estate guide on what buyers want and how sellers can position homes for faster offers.
- [What to Look for in a Real Estate Agent When Buying in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/what-to-look-for-in-a-real-estate-agent-when-buying-in-san-mateo): A San Mateo homebuying guide on choosing an agent with local knowledge, lender relationships, and fast negotiation skills.
- [What's Hot? The Latest Trends in Local Home Design in San Mateo | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/whats-hot-the-latest-trends-in-local-home-design-in-san-mateo): A San Mateo blog post outlines Peninsula home design trends, from natural materials and biophilic layouts to concealed smart-home systems.
- [Best Time to Buy a House | Top Realtor in Hillsborough](https://sternsmith.com/blog/when-in-the-year-can-i-get-the-best-deal-on-a-peninsula-home): A Hillsborough real-estate guide on timing Peninsula home purchases for leverage in late summer and late October.
- [Which Burlingame Neighborhood Fits You Best? | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/which-burlingame-neighborhood-fits-you-best): A Burlingame neighborhood guide comparing historic, family-friendly, and commuter-friendly enclaves by lifestyle and location.
- [Who Is the Best Real Estate Agent in San Mateo? | Blog | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/blog/who-is-the-best-real-estate-agent-in-san-mateo): Promotional blog post presenting Casey Sternsmith as San Mateo's best real estate agent, citing verified sales, rankings, and local expertise.
- [Who Pays for What | Blog](https://sternsmith.com/blog/who-pays-for-what): San Mateo County homebuyer guide outlining typical buyer-seller cost splits, transfer taxes, property taxes, and insurance responsibilities.
- [Your Guide To Holiday Events in and around Burlingame](https://sternsmith.com/blog/your-guide-to-holiday-events-in-and-around-burlingame): Blog guide to holiday events in Burlingame and nearby Peninsula and Bay Area cities.

## Testimonials

- [Testimonials | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/testimonials): Client testimonials for Sternsmith Group highlight responsive buying, selling, and negotiation support across the Bay Area.

## Core Pages

- [Sternsmith Group | Hillsborough & Burlingame Real Estate Experts](https://sternsmith.com/): Sternsmith Group presents a San Mateo County real estate team homepage for buying, selling, rentals, and neighborhood guides.

## Other Pages

- [404 Page Not Found | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/404): Sternsmith Group's site shows a 404 page not found notice for its Burlingame-based real estate website.
- [Meet the Team | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/about): Sternsmith Group's Burlingame luxury real estate team profile highlights its agents, local roots, and performance accolades.
- [Bay Meadows Sales | Hillsborough & Burlingame Real Estate Experts](https://sternsmith.com/bay-meadows-sales): Testimonials for Sternsmith Group's Bay Meadows sales services in San Mateo.
- [Before & After | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/before-and-after): Sternsmith Group presents a before-and-after real estate gallery of project pages across Bay Area neighborhoods.
- [Blog | Sternsmith Group | Hillsborough & Burlingame Real Estate Experts](https://sternsmith.com/blog): Sternsmith Group's San Mateo County real estate blog aggregates market insights, buyer resources, relocation, financing, and local lifestyle posts.
- [Home Buyers | Burlingame & San Mateo Real Estate | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/home-buyers): Sternsmith Group outlines its Bay Area buyer process, from pre-approval and home tours to offers, escrow, and closing.
- [Home Sellers | Burlingame & San Mateo Real Estate | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/home-sellers): Sternsmith Group's home-sellers page outlines a staged, marketed, and negotiated listing process for San Mateo County homeowners.
- [Communities | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/neighborhoods): A directory of neighborhood guides for Peninsula communities including Burlingame, San Mateo, Belmont, and Redwood City.
- [Hillsborough, CA Condos for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/real-estate/condos/hillsborough): A Hillsborough condo-buying guide covering construction quality, HOA health, parking, pets, rentals, maintenance, security, and resale potential.
- [San Mateo, CA Condos for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/real-estate/condos/san-mateo): Guide to San Mateo condos covering location, HOA costs, amenities, parking, and long-term value considerations.
- [Hillsborough, CA Lands for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/real-estate/lands/hillsborough): A guide to evaluating Hillsborough land for zoning, utilities, access, buildability, taxes, and long-term value.
- [San Mateo, CA Lands for Sale | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/real-estate/lands/san-mateo): A San Mateo land guide on hillside, flood, coastal, seismic, SB 9, and tree-protection permitting constraints.
- [Burlingame, CA Luxury Real Estate | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/real-estate/luxury/burlingame): A luxury real-estate guide to Burlingame emphasizing commute access, walkable downtown living, and neighborhood-specific tradeoffs.
- [Hillsborough, CA Luxury Real Estate | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/real-estate/luxury/hillsborough): Hillsborough luxury real estate guidance highlights custom estates, large lots, elite schools, and supply-constrained market stability.
- [San Mateo, CA Luxury Real Estate | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/real-estate/luxury/san-mateo): A guide to luxury homes in San Mateo, covering neighborhoods, amenities, market dynamics, and HOA considerations.
- [Burlingame, CA Multi-Family Homes | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/real-estate/multi-family/burlingame): An editorial guide to Burlingame multi-family investing, emphasizing SFO noise, zoning limits, parking, design review, and family-rental demand.
- [Rental Listings | Burlingame Real Estate | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/rental-listings): A Sternsmith Group rental listings page featuring current and leased homes in Burlingame, San Mateo, Hillsborough, Belmont, and Menlo Park.
- [Privacy Policy | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/terms-and-conditions): Sternsmith Group's privacy policy and terms outline data collection, AI use, sharing practices, and opt-out rights for its real estate site.
- [Our Videos | Sternsmith Group](https://sternsmith.com/videos): Sternsmith Group's real estate videos page catalogs current listings and sold properties across the San Mateo area.