Dear Friends,

I hope that you and your family are healthy during these ever-changing times. In the midst of all the news, updates, and press conferences, I can't help but reflect on the responsibility we all have.

Its clear that we all have a social responsibility to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. I'm proud of the steps Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties has taken as a company to insure safety, and like everyone else, I continue to monitor and follow recommended guidelines so we can all get back to our normal routines.

I also have a responsibility to my clients and sphere, and want to take a moment to remind you that I'm here as a resource when it comes to navigating all parts of the real estate transaction under these new protocols. I'm equipped with the digital tools and resources to serve you and our community remotely. I'm here to help with any of the following:

• Updated marketing plans for the sale of your home in the current market
• Updated procedures for listing a home
• Updated procedures for buying a home
• Accurate measures of your home's market value
• Providing virtual walk-throughs and open houses via Facebook and Instagram Live
• Current housing statistics in your local market

I'm here to help, and I'm just a phone call, video chat, or Zoom meeting away. If you have any questions, big or small, please don't hesitate to reach out. Between now and then, stay safe and stay at home... and remember to wash your hands!

As you plan for the potential impact of the coronavirus, there are a number of steps that you can take to help protect yourself or a loved one financially, both in the short and long term.

Keep reading for steps to take in the following situations:

• You have trouble paying your bills or meeting other financial obligations
• You experience a loss of income
• You think you may be targeted by a scammer

• Practice excellent hygiene and social distancing.
• Help your neighbors... by picking up groceries or calling on the phone.
• Practice gratitude... not what you wish would change.
• Attemp to maintain a routine
• Limit the amount of news you watch.
• Seek virutal help from a mental-health professional or download a de-stressing app.
• Eat healthy foods and exercise when possible.

Here's a last bit of helpful advice to get us through this uncertain time. You're worried, you're concerned , and unsure of what's next. But what's next WILL come, and we'll be stronger on the other side. So when all else fails, remember...

      love your family

      be kind to others

      eat plenty of chocolate!

                                  Easy Molten Lava Brownies

                                              makes 2 servings

Ingredients...                        

• 1 box brownie mix, prepared according to the package instructions
• Cooking spray
• 4 chocolate truffles
• mixed berries, to serve
• ice cream or chocalate sauce, to serve

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, prepare the brownie mix.

2. Spray 2 ramekins with cooking spray.

3. Place a spoonful of brownie batter into each ramekin, then place two                chocolate truffles in each dish.

4. Spoon more bownie batter over the top of the truffles, until the ramekin is        3/4 full. Smooth the batter evenly over the truffles.

5. Bake for 25 minutes, then cool for another 25 minutes.

6. On a serving plate, place berries and mint in a corner.

7. To ensure that the brownie comes loose, run a knife around the edges of          each ramekin before inverting the dish onto the center of each plate.

8. Serve with ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

9. Enjoy!