Blog Archives: January 2019 — December 2019

Happy, Happy Holidays! We have almost made it; the cookies are baked, our homes are decorated, our kids and pets are eating all the things they are not supposed to (as are WE!)… and the New Year is on the horizon. Before we take those first steps into a fresh start, we wanted to reflect on lessons learned and blog topics covered in 2019! Please find below the Homes of Silicon Valley ‘Best of 2019 Blogs’ which embody the biggest trends and hottest topics of the year. Click titles to read articles in full! LOOKING AHEAD: WHAT TO EXPECT IN ...

2020 is more than just a new year – it is a whole new decade. That distinction may be the driving force behind the emerging home design trends that are not just a breath of fresh air – but a dramatic windstorm of change. When you see these rooms, the only thing you may be asking yourself is… am I really ready for this?! Only one way to find out: check out what 3 dominating décor forces are forecasting to see if they are you – yet! If you want to know what some of Elle’s favorite designers, decorators  and architects are expecting in 2020 ...

  Are things looking bright around here in Silicon valley or what?! And we don’t just mean the holiday lights and happenings all aglow! As we continue to keep you apprised of the latest market news, we just have to share a few trends filling that cup half-full in the New Year before we have even had a chance to raise a glass. Here is what you can look forward to in Silicon Valley in 2020… #1: HEALTHY JOB GROWTH & HAPPY EMPLOYEES As reported by Business Insider and compiled annually by Glassdoor, the list of the 100 best companies to ...

  Does the chaos of the holidays ever make you wish that life had an easy button?! We get it! We often hear the same thing said about real estate, and depending on the market, people often assume that it is either an easy time to buy or an easy time to sell. But let’s keep it real… there is very little black and white in any industry, especially housing! While the general consensus revealed below courtesy of a Google poll predicates that it’s harder to buy than sell in this second half of the year, we want to provide some clarity & ...

We hope that all of our readers, clients, friends and business partners are looking forward to an amazing Thanksgiving filled with fun times and fantastic food! Before we know it… the pie will be gone and the day after Thanksgiving will be here. But how will you spend it: shopping for a new smart home device, honing in on some new home décor… or not shopping at all?! Whatever you are hoping to do the day after turkey day, we are hoping that these tips will help! We have compiled a few quick links for those seeking the best deals on ...

Every year around this time there are two highly predictable and humorous events that unfold: 1) We all get out our stretchy pants and wear them a little less than proudly (but very comfortably!) and 2) The real estate forecasts roll in as if we can actually tell exactly how things are going to unfold. In reality, we are firm believers that knowledge IS power, and we encourage you to stay apprised of the real estate projections for next year and consider your short- and long-term goals accordingly. We are also however, realists, and we know ...

  Homes of Silicon Valley is pleased to present our readers with an exclusive sneak peek of one of our upcoming listings: 66 Summit Way in San Francisco! Whether you are familiar with the stunning and nearly-new Summit 800 community or had no idea that city living like this existed, we have every confidence you will be captivated by this admirable occasion in which urban convenience meets nature’s tranquility. THE LOCATION 66 Summit Way resides in a rare city setting  offering private streets, 2-acres of lush, green grounds (with ...

The home you want with the upgrades you’ll love in the zip code that has been calling you… 95124. Homes of Silicon Valley is pleased to present 2930 Lexford Avenue, an alluring and inviting single-story residence in a well-established neighborhood within the Cambrian School District. Virtual home tour, details and can’t miss features are listed below; please don’t wait as this popular home has received over 4,000 online views in just days on the market and is listed by Redfin as a popular property! What You Need To Know | 3BR / 2 ...

For some reason, much of the news we have seen this week is surrounding a topic we all know & love: FOOD! Home may be where the heart is, but thank goodness it is also where the stretchy pants await their resurgence because there are some serious eats you need to know about right now in Silicon Valley! We know that many of our clients, colleagues and friends are sports lovers, so you will no doubt be thrilled to discover that fab food finds are what the Bay Area’s biggest arenas are tauting today... The Talk Of The Tamales: The only thing ...

We know how busy life gets, and that the only way you can keep up with real estate sometimes is to watch the signs coming and going in your neighborhood. This month, we are sharing some data you deserve to know stat about the current market with regards to pricing, inventory and sales units per the latest available data. 6 STATS TO KNOW NOW #1: The median single-family home price is UP 2.9% compared to August (now $1,225,000 vs. $1,190,000). #2: The sales to list price ratio has leveled out to 100.4% (meaning sellers are getting the ...

There is so much more to this month than pumpkin spice lattes… what we mean is that you can keep that PSL top of mind and still add in some other exciting things to look forward to as well! In this week’s blog, we are pleased to introduce you to some events old and new that have the potential to make memories that last a lifetime. Sometimes it is not about the big stuff – but the little stuff that means the most to those whom you experience it with. Which one (or more!) of these upcoming events sounds calendar-worthy to you? * * * Harvest ...

  Have you ever wondered why if ‘everyone’ is leaving California as the media portrays, why we still have a housing shortage? Well, migration patterns in and out of our state have changed over time – and it’s no secret that achieving home ownership here is not easy. So, this week we wanted to shed some light on what recent polls and stats say about those who call California home sweet home. As you will see from the recent infographic below from the California Association of Realtors®, only 20% of those surveyed in a recent Google poll ...

  Homes of Silicon Valley is pleased to present 891 Monica Lane in Campbell, a stunning ranch-style home with guest house (deed-restricted). Characterized by truly distinctive, high quality upgrades, this residence has been partially rebuilt and fully renovated by Craig Rogers Construction in 2008. This turn-key property exudes elegance yet offers warmth and comfort at every turn. Two sets of French doors beckon guests from the living and dining areas into the spacious patio overlooking the expansive lawn and impeccable landscaping....

The answers to the Silicon valley housing shortage are as diverse as the factors which caused it, and today we wanted to update you on one such solution that has implications for every San Jose homeowner: accessory dwelling units (ADU’s). We first covered this topic last summer, when we introduced our ‘Accessory Dwelling Unit Resource Center’, then followed up on the issue when we shared the implications of renting one out as a short-term vs. long-term rental. This week, we are excited to introduce to you a concept that has the potential to ...

Disruptive technology is an evolution that is changing the way many industries function and survive. There are hundreds if not thousands of articles written about how technology is changing real estate as well – and some even question if the agent can be replaced altogether. A few months ago, Forbes published an article titled “Will Technology Replace The Real Estate Profession?”. Inman News, TechCrunch, Curbed, Digital Trends and dozens of publications have reported on this topic and virtually everyone agrees with the sentiment that echoed ...

  Is The KEY To Your Next Market Move In This Month's Data Drop?! Read On & Find Out! This is always a bittersweet time of year. The longest days of summer are behind us, the holidays season is ahead of us… and the back to reality is right in front of us. If you are feeling the whirlwind of back to school and back to the grind, you are not alone! We are with you, and we are committed to staying on top of the market trends, so you don’t have to. Please find the latest housing market data drop below and let us know if you have any ...

One of the hottest weeks of the summer is here… and so is some of our hottest news! Have you heard that Homes of Silicon Valley has grown? That’s right: we are more than excited to announce that Sarah Healy has joined Mark Barber and Jason Noriega on the Homes of Silicon Valley team! As a licensed real estate professional and Silicon Valley native, we are honored that Sarah has chosen to align her established network with us and share in our offerings of service, integrity and results. With an educational foundation and invaluable career ...

In our recent real estate reads, we came across a topic that we have not covered in some time, that is surely worthy of every buyer and seller’s attention today: pricing linguistics. You have no doubt seen on our website that we offer complimentary home valuations for anyone who wants to know what their home is worth in today’s market. You may wonder how this number varies from the figure that comes up when you ‘price’ your home on Redfin or Zillow, and how that data differs from what an actual appraiser would assign when calculating your ...

Happy August from Homes of Silicon Valley! As we maintain committed to helping you explore the most relevant and timely trends in real estate today, it would be impossible to talk about housing without mentioning millennials. Defined by the Pew Research Center as the generation born between 1981-1996, millennials make-up 25% of the US population. You’ve no doubt heard a wide variety of generalizations about what this demographic  wants and needs as well as how their milestones differ from previous generations. So, this week, we took a little ...

Just because July is more than halfway behind us does NOT mean that the best celebrations of summer cannot STILL be in front of us. Don’t let the back-to-school sales and holiday countdowns steal the thunder that IS the best season of the year. This week we are more than pleased to share 5 ways to keep enjoying the sunny days, refreshing nights and the spirit of Silicon Valley defined by food, family/friends and FUN. Work hard, play harder. Here’s how: #1: STOP BY A SUNSET CINEMA SING-ALONG Nothing says summer like a movie under the ...