Blog Archives: February 2021

Seriously Simple Kitchen Improvements

February 24, 2021
Mark Barber
If you are ready to refresh your kitchen with some small home improvements that make a big impact, you have come to the right place! This week, Homes of Silicon Valley is excited to share some projects that can add a fast and fresh spin to the arguably most popular room in your home (especially if you have pets or teenagers!). ***On a versatile note, these tips can be used in a home you just purchased, in a residence you are preparing for sale OR to refresh a rental property. Whether for your own enjoyment every day or to inspire a great ...

Home Prices Are Up (And Not Just In Silicon Valley!)

February 17, 2021
Mark Barber
If you have been watching Silicon Valley home prices soar and keep thinking ‘it’s that Bay Area bubble’ – it is time to think again! Just last week, Mortgage News Daily reported that the last quarter of 2020 resulted in double digit price gains across the nation. Furthermore, the Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) revealed that both buyers and sellers are feeling positive about the real estate opportunities in 2021. JUST HOW HIGH… So how much have home prices risen in all 4 regions of the nation? According to the MND report, ...

Just-In Data Drop: State Migration

February 10, 2021
Mark Barber
More Sun. Less Housing Cost. Proximity to Family. According to a recent national survey, these are the top 3 reasons why Americans move from state to state. But with all the talk of the Bay Area exodus, you may be wondering if California has the greatest number of outbound residents, or what age groups are moving the most. This week – the Homes of Silicon Valley data drop answers these questions and more in accordance with the results of United Van Lines' 44th Annual National Migration Study and Realtor.com. WHO IS MOVING THE MOST AND IN ...

NOW PENDING: San Jose 95128

February 03, 2021
  Two Amazing Homes. One Silicon Valley Zip Code. No time to waste. We are pleased to announce that our recent listings in the 95128 zip code of San Jose are already pending! We could not be more pleased for our sellers of 830 S. Daniel Way & 2474 Whitethorne Drive. There is no better way to start the year than to have results well underway, in record time, and to set the stage for another year of Silicon Valley real estate success. While the January 2021 home sales and price statistics are still being calculated, the December data ...

NOW PENDING: San Jose 95128

February 03, 2021
  Two Amazing Homes. One Silicon Valley Zip Code. No time to waste. We are pleased to announce that our recent listings in the 95128 zip code of San Jose are already pending! We could not be more pleased for our sellers of 830 S. Daniel Way & 2474 Whitethorne Drive. There is no better way to start the year than to have results well underway, in record time, and to set the stage for another year of Silicon Valley real estate success. While the January 2021 home sales and price statistics are still being calculated, the December data ...