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Win a Town & Country Village Shopping Spree!

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May 10th, 2010 by Altaire Townhomes

We “like” our neighbors at Town & Country Village Shopping Center…do you?

“Like” Town & Country Village on Facebook and you could win $500 in gift certificates from your favorite T&C stores and restaurants! Tell your friends, family and neighbors so they can get the latest news on Town & Country Village.

Simply click on the “like” button (here)to become a fan! Fan drawing will be held on May 31, 2009 and winner will be notified by email. Winner is drawn randomly. No purchase necessary. In addition to the $500 winner, Town & Country will select 1 Facebook Fan per month from June through December 2010 to win a $100 Shopping Spree!

Just minutes from the Altaire Community in Palo Alto, the Town & Country Shopping Center is home to a number of amenities that we enjoy each day, including the following restaurants and retailers:

(and more!)

Trader Joe’s
Mayfield Bakery & Cafe
Peet’s Coffee & Tea
The Village Cheese House
Sushi House
Scott’s Seafood
LuLu’s at Town & Country
Kirk’s Steakburgers
Kara’s Cupcakes
Howie’s Artisan Pizza
Sur La Table
Ambassador Toys
LaBelle Day Spa & Salon
Books, Inc.
Nanoo Click (here) to browse the Town & Country Website for a full list.

At Altaire, we know convenience is key. Come for a tour of our newly released 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom floor plans and see why so many already call Altaire “home”.

Altaire is an Upscale Community located in beautiful Palo Alto. Now Selling New Contemporary-Style 1,2,3 and 4 bedroom homes.
Altaire Homes 3901 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 | 650.966.8881 Exclusively represented by: Pacific Marketing Assoc. #01220373

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Regis Homes of Northern California Ranks High: A Trusted Homebuilder

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May 6th, 2010 by Altaire Townhomes

A trusted builder with a proven track record has become an important part of the homebuying process. That is why we are proud to share that Regis Homes of Northern California was recently ranked as one the top Residential Real Estate Builder by the Silicon Valley/San Jose Business Journal Top 25 List (April 30, 2010). The list is a compilation of the top residential real estate builders, ranked by number of home sales in the Silicon Valley in 2009. Regis Homes of Northern California ranked #2 in Townhouse Sales and #3 in Overall Total Sales! The list can be found here: Silicon Valley Business Journal Top 25

Learn more about the builder behind Altaire.

Regis Homes of Northern California, Inc., is one of Northern California’s leading home-building companies, specializing in well-designed, well-located, high quality homes. Regis Homes has built more than 1,000 residencies throughout Northern California and has earned a reputation for employing sustainable land use, innovative design, quality construction and attention to detail. The firm’s new communities tend to be smaller, smart growth, urban infill projects close to city centers that are also nearby work, public transportation and commute corridors. The communities are also close to desirable amenities such as parks, shopping centers and services. The Regis design approach has garnered many industry awards together with respect of its homebuyers.

Altaire includes the latest architectural and interior innovations. Designed by the award-winning Steinberg Group, the two and three story town homes include the most contemporary architecture paired with the latest interior finishes. Priced from the high $600,000’s with state-of-the-art architecture and innovative floor plans, including homes with up to four bedrooms and three and a half baths and spacious patios, Altaire will provide new homeowners an ideal urban living arrangement. Along with its modern design, Altaire offers cutting-edge technology to satisfy residents’ needs. With all units connected to fiber optic cable lines, residents can utilize the high speed Internet and digital phone connection upon move-in. Each measure of aesthetic in Altaire is designed to meet the strict standards of the Department of Energy’s Energy Star program for buildings and be Green Point Rated by Build it Green, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting healthy, energy and resource efficient building practices. Included are Energy Star appliances and Anderson high performance dual pane windows, all which help the buildings exceed California’s Title 24 Energy Code by 15%. Indoor air quality includes CRI Green Label Plus carpeting and formaldehyde free insulation. Sensitive to its exterior environment, Altaire offers beautiful landscape architecture with drought tolerant plants, and a water conserving irrigation controller alongside a home and community recycling infrastructure.

Altaire provides access to a complete community experience because of its ideal location in south Palo Alto. The newly constructed town homes provide a low-maintenance lifestyle that allows families to enjoy their surrounding environment. With the close proximity of high-ranking schools, major shopping centers, and Palo Alto’s vibrant downtown, Altaire offers desirable opportunities for families to live in the Palo Alto community.

Altaire is one of the reasons that Regis Homes ranked so high on the Top 25 List. In today’s real estate market, buyers are more discerning than ever and we are pleased that the home-buying public has endorsed Regis Homes of Northern California as an industry-leading real estate company that builds a quality and desirable product.

Learn more about Altaire by visiting their Sales Center, which is located at 3901 Fabian Way, Palo Alto. For more on Regis Homes, please visit: www.regishomes.com.

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Mark Your Calendar! New Release. New Floor Plans. New Locations.

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April 26th, 2010 by admin

Join us this Saturday, May 1st from 11am to 3pm as we celebrate the opening of Altaire’s New Release! Regis Homes of Northern California is offering a FREE Washer & Dryer to homebuyers that are in contract by May 15th AND a FREE 1-year Homeowner Membership to the JCC!

Join us for fresh smoothies and espresso drinks by myespressocoffee.com + enjoy a free family day pass to an amazing state-of-the-art fitness center, which happens to be next door – The New OFJCC of Palo Alto.

NEW beautifully appointed townhomes and condos are now available, including 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom homes, with a variety of floor plans to meet every lifestyle. Tour 1 bed / 1 bath condos to 4 bedroom / 3.5 bath townhomes all at our award winning Build-it-Green community in Palo Alto.

There is still time for qualified buyers to take advantage of the California Homebuyer Tax Credit (up to $10,000!) but hurry, funds are anticipated to run out quickly!

Join Altaire on Twitter and Facebook as we share news about our community and the greater communities of Palo Alto and Silicon Valley with friends, homeowners and community members!

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Altaire Final Phase Announced

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April 22nd, 2010 by Altaire Townhomes

Altaire, developed by Regis Homes of Northern California, is announcing the final phase of construction for 42 new units. Since its grand opening in spring 2009, the residential community has sold 50 of the 103 homes. The final phase includes the most popular floor plans and the introduction of three additional plans including two one-story plans. Homes are scheduled to start being delivered this summer.

The two and three-story town home community is designed by the award-winning Steinberg Group, which includes contemporary state-of-the-art architecture and lavishly decorated interior finishes. Priced from the high $600,000’s, the innovative floor plans include homes with up to four bedrooms, three and a half baths and spacious patios.

Altaire provides access to a complete community experience because of its ideal location in south Palo Alto. With the close proximity of high-ranking schools, major shopping centers, and Palo Alto’s vibrant downtown, Altaire offers desirable opportunities for families to live in the Palo Alto community.

The community is designed to meet the strict standards of the Department of Energy’s Energy Star program for building and be Green Point Rated by Build it Green, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting healthy, energy and resourceful efficient building practices.

Across from Altaire is the Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life, which includes the Oshman Family Jewish Community Center. The Oshman Family JCC is a multi-use facility with programs and services open to all families, young adults, singles, seniors and children. Altaire residents receive their first year of membership free. The center includes a variety of state-of-the-art fitness and recreational facilities including indoor and outdoor pools, dedicated preschool, educational programs, a teen center.

The Altaire Sales Center is located at 3901 Fabian Way, Palo Alto and is open daily 10 am to 6 pm. For more information on Altaire, please visit the website or call 650.966.8881. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

Regis Homes of Northern California, Inc. is one of Northern California’s leading homebuilding companies, specializing in well-designed, well-located, high quality homes. For more on Regis Homes or any of its Bay Area communities, please visit their website.

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For All You Dog Lovers at Altaire!

Posted in Palo Alto

March 4th, 2010 by Altaire Townhomes

Want to spend more quality time with your best friend? Looking for a great list of dog friendly spots near our Palo Alto community? Altaire is very pet-friendly, so when we stumbled onto this little canine gem we had to share.

Fido Factor is a website featuring user-generated dog friendly listings including parks, restaurants, hotels, vets, pet stores, and more. They have photo galleries, helpful tips as well as news & events. They also donate to the SF/SPCA when you add new reviews and locations to their site. Check it out and add your favorite dog friendly spots!

Want more information on Fido Factor? Check out their website, fan them on Facebook or follow them on Twitter.

They even have an iPhone app. Use it to find dog friendly dining, shopping, hotels, parks, pet stores, services, and more. The app also uses Facebook Connect and lets you geo-tag photos. How cool is that?

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Palo Alto Year Round Farmers’ Market

Posted in EventsPalo Alto

March 1st, 2010 by Altaire Townhomes

It’s hard to beat the experience of a Farmers’ Market….the sights, the smells and colors are all a welcome escape from our daily, hectic lives. Altaire is very fortunate to have a year-round farmers’ markets right here (every Sunday) in Palo Alto California Avenue Farmers’ Market. This wonderful venue is run by Urban Village Farmers’ Market Association, a Non-profit Mutual Benefit Corporation providing “the best possible opportunity for farmers, food vendors, and community members to preserve, enhance, and enjoy regional fresh quality foods.”*

A leisurely day at the market followed by a meal prepared with fresh picked ingredients makes for the perfect Sunday! Stroll the aisles for produce, baked goods, fresh meats and crafts. The good people at Urban Village have taken the time and compiled this very helpful resource list to aid in making your shopping experience a memorable one:

Use the market as a place to plan your meal. Go to the market, and get inspired. Learn to shop and eat “seasonally.” Produce harvested and picked vine or tree ripened always taste better and will enhance any meal.
Talk to the producer. Get invaluable information on even the most common fruits and vegetables.
Buy a new item every once in a while. Ask the person next to you or the producer to give you some ideas on how to use it. Or trust your intuition and take it home, taste it raw, steam, roast, grill or stir-fry whatever is in season. This is one of the keys to creative cooking.
Get the kids involved. Give them a few dollars and let them buy whatever produce they want and will eat. It’s a great way to make them responsible rather than you for eating fruits and vegetables.
Take your favorite basket or cloth bag. It’s sustainable and environmentally friendly.
Recycle your plastic bags. After each market, tuck them back into your market basket. Again, it’s an environmentally friendly thing to do.
Use your senses to find the best items. Smell, touch (gently) and taste.
Bring a friend to the market. Turn someone else on to the rich satisfaction that can be found through the food and community at the Farmers’ Market.*

California Avenue Farmers’ Market has an excellent selection of fresh items sure to please all shoppers.

Don’t miss this nice collection of market photos to put you in the mood -> here.

Happy Shopping!!

Location:
California Avenue (at El Camino)
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County

Open:
Sundays
9:00am – 1:00pm
Year ’round

*http://www.urbanvillageonline.com

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What’s Tweeting Palo Alto?

Posted in Palo Alto

February 25th, 2010 by Altaire Townhomes

We are always on the hunt for an insiders scoop on upcoming art events, restaurant recommendations, happy hour deals and fun things to do in Palo Alto. More than ever, consumers are communicating in real-time via smart phones linked to Twitter about their first-hand experiences at local lunch spots, art galleries and entertainment venues by posting reviews on Yelp and check-ins with feedback on Foursquare or Gowalla. These local tweets can provide insight, feedback and even recommendations on a variety of topics.

Interested in what people are tweeting about near Altaire?

Take a look at our new, custom umapper map. You can zoom in and out (top left) and recent tweets will load automatically in the new map.

Search keywords in twitter by using the search tab in the bottom right of the map.
Try typing keywords like SVRE, Altaire or real estate to see what locals are saying about the housing market. An interesting trend is to see tech-savvy real estate agents and brokers use their smart phones to check-in to each open house on Broker Tour days and provide feedback via Twitter or leave feedback on those communities listed on geo-tagging sites like Foursquare and Gowalla. A great real-time client service!

Recently, SF Beer week was on twitter and it was fun watching nearby tweets recommend different ales and brews or pairings and tasting locations. Interested in art, music or wine? Try those keywords…you may hear about something new in the neighborhood!

You can even view the map and tweets in full screen mode by clicking on the full screen tab (top right).

Another way to stay tuned-into the local happenings is to follow the Altaire local Twitter list, a compilation of 125+ local businesses! http://twitter.com/AltairePaloAlto/local

Friends of Altaire, be sure to join us on our Facebook Page too!

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The Hottest Paint Colors of 2010

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February 23rd, 2010 by Altaire Townhomes

Congratulations on your new home! Now it is time to personalize your space and make it your own. One of the easiest ways to add a little personality is with a fresh coat of paint. Picking a paint color can be a daunting task. It’s a tricky balance between lighting, personality, mood and current trends. Are you one of those people whot feels overwhelmed by the process and are left with a dozen swatches on walls and no direction? Have a look at what the experts are saying about the freshest colors of 2010 and browse the list of The Hottest Paint Colors of 2010 in this House Beautiful article.

Our personal favorite is Pantone’s 2010 Color of The Year – PANTONE 15-5519 Turquoise. Pantone supplies and tracks color for fashion and home decor, among other industries. Experts agree that the color is both universally appealing & puts everyone in a positive state of mind – think “vacation”! Even in small doses turquoise can inspire a sunny disposition…

More about Pantone and the color of the year pick can be found in this online article.

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Your partner has less than stellar credit, now what?

Posted in Our Community

February 18th, 2010 by Altaire Townhomes

Starting a life with each other can be both exciting and challenging. You’ve owned before, but your partner hasn’t. It’s time to find the perfect place to start your life together. So what happens when you begin looking for your first home together and find out that one of you is less than perfect on paper? Suddenly, you love everything about your significant other, except their credit score.

Usually when a couple applies for a mortgage, a lender will review the credit history of both applicants. A negative history of one individual is likely to have an effect on both. These days it is rare, but if one individual has sufficient income to obtain the mortgage on their own (as a sole applicant), then only one credit history may be used for the mortgage loan.

What can you do to move forward together?

If you are ready for the commitment, plan ahead. There is still time to improve your credit history and take advantage of home ownership in today’s real estate market.

Obtain a copy of your credit report. Credit Reporting Act guarantees you access to a free credit report from each of the three nationwide reporting agencies — Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion — every twelve months. It’s free here.
Eliminate issues – Pay down large sums of any revolving debt. Spot identity theft. Dispute any inaccuracies.
Practice good habits – Lenders will be looking at your rental payments, car payments, etc. Pay your bills on time! Most lenders look for 1 year’s worth of good history. Demonstrate to a lender you are capable of making monthly mortgage payments.
Establish a credit history – If you lack one, secure a credit card and begin making timely payments. Make sure the credit card company reports your payment history to credit reporting agencies.
Talk about your housing needs together – Do you have realistic goals? Do you share priorities and a vision of what your new home will be? Does the area include future employment opportunities? Your first home may not be your dream home, but it should be a place that you envision sharing for a minimum of 2-3 years.

Purchasing a new home in today’s climate certainly has its advantages, including historically low rates, competitive pricing, tax write-offs and tax credits. Don’t be discouraged by a less than stellar credit report. Make the changes today, so that you are prepared for tomorrow.

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Chinese New Year Celebration – Year of The Tiger

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February 15th, 2010 by Altaire Townhomes

Gung Hay Fat Choy! 2010 is the Year of the Tiger – Lunar Year 4708

Did you know that San Francisco’s Chinatown is the largest outside of Asia? Lifestyle on the Peninsula allows us close proximity to so many international destination spots. So how will you celebrate the Chinese New Year?

One event not to be missed is the Chinese New Year Parade! The SF Chinese New Year Parade was originally introduced in the 1860′s to educate locals and introduce them to the Chinese culture. It is such a large part of the Bay Area’s rich history and there are so many ways to celebrate that it is difficult to keep track! Let us know your favorite events and we will add them to this post to share with others.

The 2010 Chinese New year Festival and Parade is on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 5:15 pm.

A San Francisco tradition since just after the Gold Rush, the Chinese New Year Parade continues to entertain and delight the many hundreds of thousands of people that come to watch it on the street or tune in to watch it on television.

Celebrate the lunar new year parade with gorgeous floats, elaborate costumes and exploding firecrackers. A crowd favorite is the spectacular 201′ Golden Dragon (“Gum Lung”) It takes a team of over 100 men and women from the martial arts group, White Crane to carry this dragon throughout the streets of San Francisco.

This year’s Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year Parade promises to warm your heart and electrify your senses, come rain or shine.

Want to celebrate locally in Palo Alto?
(Palo Alto Online listed this special Lion Dance event at Ming’s Chinese Cuisine and Bar to celebrate the Chinese New Year)

Ming’s Lion Dance Performances:
Ming’s celebrates Chinese New Year with special banquet lunches/dinners (Feb. 13-28) and traditional Lion Dance performances (Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m. & Feb. 21, 12:30 p.m.) by the Young Lion Dancers. Reservations recommended. For more information, call Ming’s at 650-856-7700 or visit www.mings.com. Ming’s Chinese Cuisine and Bar, 1700 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto

Don’t miss this! The Swinging Chinatown Exhibit looks amazing… A special exhibition featuring Chinese Nightclubs from the 1930′s to the 1960′s at the Old Mint, February 11 – 21, 2010

For a complete list of 2010 SF Chinatown Events – Chinatown Calendar

You can also follow information about San Francisco Chinatown on Twitter. @sfchinatown

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