Blog Archives: June 2018

The topic of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU’s) is a hot one… and one we could also describe in terms of the good, the bad and the ugly. With Bay Area housing affordability at an all-time low and the need for housing at a continued high… many people have hoped that ADU’s could be the answer to the Bay Area housing crisis. While California has passed several reforms in 2016 and 2017 to ideally make the addition of an ADU more attainable and accessible for homeowners, applications have drastically increased – but challenges in completion have ...

In a perfect world, swimming pool parties and backyard splash-fests would be all fun and no risk. But we all know that this is not a perfect world, and chances are we all know someone who has experienced a near-drowning incident. As the weather gets hot and we find ways to keep cool, we wanted to take this time to share some pool safety tips & resources. Three Barriers, Minimum A pool gate may seem like the ideal safety solution, but one barrier is not likely to be enough. The American Red Cross recommends completely surrounding your home ...

If you have ever worked with us here at Homes of Silicon Valley, you know we don’t just help people buy & sell homes. We help them take an important step in achieving a lifestyle that works for them. In a recent study released by AARP, there is one generation with one particular set of needs that is being overlooked, so we thought we’d give some rise to this topic and let you know how we can help! Millennial caregivers account for 1 in 4 of the estimated 40 million unpaid caregivers in the United States, according to the AARP Public Policy ...

It’s June and you know what that means… school is out, beach traffic is in and the kids are home. Now that phrase either makes you smile, cringe with fear or if you are like us – a little of both! We wanted to share a few ideas for summer fun here in Silicon Valley – a few are classics, a few are new. Cheers to making this your best summer yet! #1: Make It A Memorable Morning. Wait… you mean your kids are NOT morning people?! They want to sleep in! A trip to Cinnaholic will make them jump out of bed before they can even ask where the ...