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Every guest. Every episode.
Every pro below sat down with Ranger for a real, in-person conversation on South of SF. Listen to their episode, then head straight to their website. No cold calls, no guessing who to trust.
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“Welcome to the Neighborhood” — two minutes on what this show is and who it’s for.
Real Estate
3 pros
From Pioneer Woman to Community Builder
Viv Kelvin · Vabrato Real Estate
February 2026
Broker associate, interior designer, and the creator of San Carlos Life. Viv talks about finding home on the Peninsula and building community one neighbor at a time.
A Half-Billion in Sales
Dan Ziony · Compass
December 2025
350+ transactions and more than $500M sold since 2002. A former HR executive, Dan brings a negotiator’s calm to the Peninsula’s highest-stakes deals.
Dead Skunks & Hot Markets
Chris Eckert · Chris Eckert Real Estate Team
September 2025
A San Mateo insider on pricing, timing, and the stories behind Peninsula real estate, from the Chris Eckert Team at KW Advisors.
Money & Finance
5 pros
Unlocking Your Home’s Equity Without More Debt
Mark Rogers · Barastone
March 2026
Your home’s value climbed, but a cash-out refi means trading a low mortgage rate for a much higher one. Mark explains home equity agreements: tap your equity with no monthly payments and no new debt.
The Gordon Ramsey of Bookkeeping
Ruchi Gowda · Ruchi’s Professional Bookkeeping
January 2026
Keeping books since 2001, Ruchi comes to your office or home, untangles the numbers, and teaches you to read them yourself. Her very first client is still with her.
Financial Clarity Without the Overwhelm
John Hall · Zen Zone Financial Wellness
January 2026
Bills, paperwork, and day-to-day money admin piling up? John is a daily money manager who brings calm and clarity to household finances.
Beyond the Bank: Creative Home Financing
Michelle Velez · Certified Mortgage Consultant
December 2025
Thirty years in mortgages and a two-time state president of the California Association of Mortgage Professionals. Michelle finds financing paths the big banks won’t show you, including options for veterans.
Priced Out? Creative Mortgage Strategies
Ray Avanzino · Polaris Capital Partners
August 2025
A San Mateo mortgage broker for 23+ years, Ray maps the creative strategies first-time buyers use to get into Peninsula homes, and how real estate builds long-term wealth.
Insurance
1 pro
The Devil’s in the Details: What Your Insurance Actually Covers
David Flaig · Flaig Insurance Services
March 2026
Most people learn what their policy excludes only after something goes wrong. David walks through the fine print that actually matters for Peninsula homeowners.
Home Services
1 pro
Best Roofing Company in San Mateo County
Carmen Avila · Glam Roofing
August 2025
Leaks, rainy-season prep, and knowing when a roof needs a repair versus a replacement. Carmen runs Glam Roofing, serving homeowners across San Mateo County.
Legal & Estate
1 pro
How to Protect Your Family and Avoid Probate Court
Winston Duggan · McDowall Cotter APC
August 2025
Probate in California is slow, public, and expensive. Estate planning attorney Winston Duggan explains the trusts and plans that keep your family out of court.
Senior Care
1 pro
Navigating Senior Care on the Peninsula
Anita Varelas · Neighborly Senior Placement
September 2025
When a parent needs more care than home can give, Anita helps Peninsula families sort through the senior living options and find the right fit.
Business & Tech
2 pros
Your Website Isn’t a Checkbox
Will Strohl · Upendo Ventures
February 2026
A website you set and forget is quietly costing you customers. Will breaks down what a digital presence that actually works looks like for a local business.
Scaling Your Bay Area Business: Choosing the Right CRM
Aman Thakral · Target Integration
September 2025
Spreadsheets and sticky notes stop working as you grow. Aman helps Bay Area businesses choose and implement a CRM that fits how they actually operate.
Shops & Makers
2 pros
Wearing Your Story: Heirloom Jewelry Redesign
Jen Hancox · The Edna Collective
September 2025
That inherited piece sitting in a drawer has a story. From her Burlingame studio, Jen redesigns heirloom jewelry into pieces you’ll actually wear.
The Art of the Arrangement: Delivering Joy
Maureen Ticer · Bella Fiori
September 2025
A passion sparked watching a friend arrange flowers in Brazil, refined over years at the San Francisco Flower Mart. Maureen designs arrangements for weddings and events across the Peninsula.
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