Blog Archives: July 2020

Is there really a housing solution that can benefit renters, create multi-generational living and turn any home into an income potential property? The answer is yes: meet the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). ADU’s go by many names – granny pods, guest cottages, guest quarters, backyard homes/cottages… even tiny homes. Regardless of what you call it – the concept is the same: ADU’s are “broadly defined as secondary, self-contained housing units located on the same lots as the primary single-family home. Size and structural form vary, but in most ...

If you have ever said “Home is where the fur is…” – you must be a pet owner. And all we can say is: welcome to the club! Apparently, that club is a popular one as 82% of over 2,000 buyers surveyed this spring stated that they were pet owners. Moreover, 95% of them stated that their furry (or scaly) companion plays a role in the home they select. In fact, 68% declared that they would pass on their dream home IF it did not accommodate the needs of their animal. The Breakdown Of the Realtor.com survey conducted in March 2020: | 61% owned ...

Do you love data? Or do you just appreciate the recommendations that stem from it? Either way – this week’s NEW blog from Homes of Silicon Valley is all about the metrics that matter most in today’s market. We have hand-selected several sources that add valuable perspective to the local and national trends that you hear about every day. Which one is your favorite? REAL ESTATE REPORT PRESENTED BY HOMES OF SILICON VALLEY If you are looking for local market data – the Homes of Silicon Valley Real Estate Report is just what you ...

From my family to yours, I hope you are staying healthy, happy & hopeful during this time of staying at home. Speaking of home… Silicon Valley real estate has been extremely dynamic and as such, I wanted to update you on 3 recent properties that I’ve listed. One is SOLD, one is PENDING… and one is a unique and rare opportunity to customize your own home in an estate division (what couldn’t you do with 5 acres?!). SOLD For $1,130,000 / https://www.1845charmeran.com/ Multiple Offers / Over-Asking   OFFERED AT: $1,139,000 ...