Mary Ann Teixeira

06/11/2025

I am overjoyed to be recognized on this year’s RealTrendsVerified list! Thank you to my clients, and colleagues in the industry. Congratulations to all associates who also were honored!! Top 1.5% nationwide! Not so bad!

03/31/2025

Spring is one of the busiest seasons in real estate, and if you’re planning to list your home, now is the time to start preparing. 🏡 🌸 A little planning now can make a big difference when it’s time to hit the market! Here are a few key steps to take. ⬇️

✅ Declutter & Depersonalize – Start packing away personal items, excess decor, and anything that makes spaces feel cluttered. A clean, neutral home helps buyers envision themselves living there.

✅ Make Necessary Repairs – Walk through your home with a critical eye. Touch up paint, fix any minor repairs, and consider small upgrades that will boost your home’s appeal.

✅ Boost Curb Appeal – First impressions matter! Trim landscaping, add fresh mulch, and consider a new welcome mat or potted plants to create an inviting entry.

✅ Get a Pre-Listing Inspection – Identifying potential issues now can help you address them before buyers do, avoiding surprises down the road.

✅ Connect With a Realtor – A strong pricing and marketing strategy is key! Let’s talk about your timeline, the local market, and what you need to do to get top dollar this spring.

Thinking about selling? Let’s start planning now—send me a message today! 📲

Compass | Mary Ann Teixeira | DRE 01518767

03/30/2025

Mornings can be difficult enough without your bedroom working against you. Our brains respond instinctively to the environment around us, so the design of your bedroom plays a bigger role in your morning routine than you might think.

From the color of your walls to the placement of your furniture, every design choice plays a role in how you feel when your alarm goes off. To help start your day off right, here are 10 expert-approved bedroom decor tips for a smooth and energized morning routine! ⬇️ ✨

Implement these simple ideas for a happier and easier morning routine.

03/28/2025

From spring blooms to seasonal celebrations, there’s so much to love about the month of March! Here are a few of my favorite things to welcome the new season and make the most of this vibrant time of year! ⬇️ ✨

🌿 Yellow Freesias
Yellow freesias are little bursts of sunshine that appear just when I’ve forgotten about them. Their delicate, trumpet-shaped blooms emerge from underground bulbs, surprising me with their sweet fragrance and cheerful color. I love how they return year after year, effortless and resilient, a quiet reminder that beauty often arrives when you least expect it.

🌿 Traditional Chinese Horseshoe Chairs
Elegant and timeless, traditional Chinese horseshoe chairs have been a symbol of refined craftsmanship for over 500 years. Originating in the Ming Dynasty, their flowing curves and seamless joinery create a design that feels both graceful and sculptural. The rounded, continuous armrest offers both comfort and visual harmony, making these chairs as practical as they are beautiful. Whether as a statement piece or part of a classic interior, they bring a sense of history and sophistication to any space.

🌿 Burlingame's Busy Lizzy’s Baked Goods
Busy Lizzy’s Baked Goods is a Burlingame favorite, known for its soft, gooey cookies and nostalgic treats that taste homemade—in the best way. From s’mores bars to cookies & cream, every bite is pure comfort. What started as a farmers’ market stand is now a beloved local bakery, where the community lines up for a taste. It’s the kind of place that turns a simple cookie into something special.

🌿 Oversized Blazer with White T-shirt
An oversized blazer paired with a crisp white T-shirt is the ultimate effortless-chic combination. It’s polished but relaxed, making it perfect for everything from coffee runs to client meetings. Style it with jeans and sneakers for a casual vibe or tailored trousers and heels for a more refined look. It’s a go-to outfit that always feels timeless and cool.

03/25/2025

The first thing you need to know about limewash paint is that (surprise!) it isn’t actually paint at all. Instead, it’s more accurately described as a process. Limewash is one of the oldest painting methods, dating back to ancient Egypt. And while it's come in and out of fashion over the centuries, limewash is having a moment in modern decor right now.

At the link below, painting pros share all the tips and details on limewash, including inspiration for where to use it in your home (it's not just for walls!) and advice on how to clean limewash surfaces once installed! ⬇️

Here’s what you should know about the centuries-old limewash technique, including how to use it, if it's environmentally friendly, and more.

03/23/2025

When spring fever hits, it's often still too cold out to do much in your garden. Although it may be too early to get planting (check your area's last spring frost date), there are plenty of gardening tasks you can do before the weather warms up.

Prepare for your best spring garden yet by checking off each of these six things from your to-do list right now before everything starts growing again! ⬇️ 💐

When it's still too cold out for gardening, that's the perfect time to do a little planning and preparation, such as starting seeds, pruning shrubs, and gathering essential tools.

03/21/2025

Happy Friday! 🥂 Kicking off the weekend with my favorite person by my side. ❤️

What are your weekend plans? Let me know in the comments below! ⬇️

03/19/2025

How to Sell for More 🏡 Prepping Your Home for Market

Preparing your home for market with strategic renovations can make a significant difference in its final sale price. When preparing 3096 Rivera in Burlingame for sale, we knew strategic updates would make all the difference. ✨

Through Compass Concierge, we invested $82,000 in targeted improvements, elevating the home's appeal and market value. The results? A stunning transformation that led to an offer the day before it even hit the open market-ultimately selling for $4,100,000, well above the $3,590,000 list price! 💫

If you're thinking about listing this spring, your time to work on these projects starts now! Send me a message today to get started on your next steps! 📲

Compass | Mary Ann Teixeira | DRE 01518767

03/18/2025

Whether you’re ready for a bold transformation or looking for simple additions, these top trends will refresh your home for the new season! ⬇️ ✨

Whether you’re ready for a bold transformation or looking for simple additions, these top trends will refresh your home for the new season.

03/16/2025

Spring cleaning is easier with a checklist that covers your house from top to bottom. Get an organized and spotless home with Better Homes & Garden's guide at the link below! ⬇️ ✨

Spring cleaning just got easier. Follow our spring cleaning checklist, including a system for must-do chores, to organize and refresh your home from top to bottom.

03/12/2025

Earlier this week, Jimmy and I visited Stanford Shopping Center, and I stumbled upon the most delightful surprise—Mini Cat Town. This nonprofit, founded in 2015 by three sisters, Thi, Thoa, and Tram Bui, offers a storefront where visitors can watch adorable cats through large windows or even apply for adoption. 🐈

Sadly, its future at this location is uncertain due to a lack of support from the City Council regarding cats living in a retail space. If you're interested in visiting, now is the time! Mini Cat Town also has Milpitas, San Jose, Pleasanton, and Santa Rosa locations.

Let’s show them some love! 💗

03/11/2025

Retro home decor has made a major comeback in recent years, and its resurgence can be attributed to two factors: First, with the sustainable decorating movement, consumers realize that classic pieces will never go out of style, and can be thoughtfully incorporated into modern interiors. Second, homeowners have a deep yearning for the nostalgia and comfort represented by past decades.

In addition to '80s and '90s nostalgia making a comeback, experts expect eclectic kitchens and midcentury modern classics to continue to trend. To help you get into the groovy spirit, design experts from various industries are sharing the top retro decor trends they say we can expect to see in 2025! ⬇️ ✨

Experts say we can expect to see bold primary colors, cool chrome accents, and plenty of funky patterns this year. These are the top retro decorating trends making a comeback in 2025.