Real Estate News & Market Trends

You’ll find our blog to be a wealth of information, covering everything from local market statistics and home values to community happenings. That’s because we care about the community and want to help you find your place in it. Please reach out if you have any questions at all. We’d love to talk with you!

Nov. 5, 2019

Today’s tip: How to determine the value of your home

Do you know how to determine the value your home? Contact us for more knowledge and strategies.

Five Tips To Help Sellers Determine The Value of Their Home
"Buyers are savvier than ever, so sellers must stay a step ahead if their goal is to sell their home quickly and at the right price."
Posted in Tips & Strategies
Nov. 1, 2019

MaxReal Open Houses: Sat 11/2 & Sun 11/3

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9251 Solana Dr
Gilroy, CA 95020

$749,000
Sat 11/2, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 11/3, 1:30PM - 4:30PM



1610 Ventura Dr
Morgan Hill, CA 95037

$1,650,000
Sun 11/3, 1:00PM - 4:00PM



10350 Heney Creek Pl
Cupertino, CA 95014

$2,799,000
Sat 11/2, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Sun 11/3, 2:00PM - 4:00PM



201 Skyline Dr
Daly City, CA 94015

$1,283,800
Sat 11/2, 1:30PM - 4:00PM



3667 Lago De Bracciano St
San Jose, CA 95148

$1,498,800
Sat 11/2, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 11/3, 1:30PM - 4:30PM



1375 Phelps Ave #2
San Jose, CA 95117

$598,888
Sat 11/2, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Sun 11/3, 1:00PM - 4:00PM



430 Galleria Dr #8
San Jose, CA 95134

$980,000
Sat 11/2, 2:00PM - 4:30PM
Sun 11/3, 2:00PM - 4:30PM



7110 Rainbow Dr #13
San Jose, CA 95129

$795,000
Sat 11/2, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 11/3, 1:30PM - 4:30PM



60 Gloria Cir
Menlo Park, CA 94025

$3,958,000
Sat 11/2, 1:00PM - 3:30PM



1932 Foxworthy Ave
San Jose, CA 95124

$1,020,000
Sat 11/2, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 11/3, 1:30PM - 4:30PM



5137 Dupont Ave
Newark, CA 94560

$749,000
Sat 11/2, 1:30PM - 4:00PM
Sun 11/3, 1:30PM - 4:00PM



780 Luna Park Dr
San Jose, CA 95112

$810,000
Sun 11/3, 2:00PM - 4:30PM



458 Curie Dr
San Jose, CA 95123

$1,150,000
Sat 9/7, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 9/8, 1:30PM - 4:30PM



912 Campisi Way #114
Campbell, CA 95008

$975,000
Sat 11/2, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 11/3, 1:30PM - 4:30PM



4226 Tobin Cir
Santa Clara, CA 95054

$1,348,000
Sat 11/2, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Sun 11/3, 2:00PM - 4:00PM


Posted in Open Houses
Nov. 1, 2019

Real Estate is the Safest Investment

According to a recent survey, consumers across age groups believe homeownership is the safest investment. Contact us for more knowledge and strategies.

Real Estate Is the Safest Investment, Consumers Say
"Homeownership has long been linked with long-term wealth building. Porch.com surveyed nearly 1,400 consumers to ask them what they believe is the safest investment over the next 10 years. Owning a home was the overall leader."
Posted in Tips & Strategies
Oct. 31, 2019

Today’s tip: Here’s how the latest Fed rate cut can impact your financial plans

How does the latest Fed rate cut impact your finances? Some experts foresee that it will make new & existing home equity loans cheaper and spur more home construction. Contact us for knowledge and strategies.

The Federal Reserve Cut Rates Again; Here’s What That Means For Your Mortgage, Home Construction And More
"Here's what experts say the move means for the average American:
1. It will make renovating your house more affordable.
2. It will make new home equity loans more attractive.
3. It will make existing home equity loans cheaper.
4. It could spur more home construction.
..."
Posted in Tips & Strategies
Oct. 30, 2019

The rise of ADUs

Did you know? Accessory dwelling units are becoming a popular property addition for both rental and extended family purposes, especially in regions struggling with housing supply.

Backyard bungalows are becoming big business for homeowners and builders
"Second homes, formally called accessory dwelling units (ADUs), are cropping up in back and side yards across America, acting as either rental units or additional space for aging parents and still-nested adult children. Growth in the sector has been fueled by changes to local and state zoning rules. Some municipalities are struggling with a lack of affordable housing and see these additional units as one remedy."
Posted in Tips & Strategies
Oct. 29, 2019

Pending home sales up thanks to lower mortgage rates, says NAR

According to the National Association of Realtors, pending home sales have edged up in September, due in part to lower mortgage rates. The housing market continues to show strength. Grab your opportunity today!

Pending home sales rise 1.5% in September, thanks to lower mortgage rates
"Lower mortgage rates throughout the summer helped boost pending sales, although rates did start to rise again slightly in September. The average rate on the 30-year fixed fell below 4% in June and has hovered between 3.5 and 4% since then. 'Even though home prices are rising faster than incomes, national buying power has increased by 6% because of better interest rates,' said Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the Realtors. 'Furthermore, we’ve seen increased foot traffic as more buyers are evidently eagerly searching to become homeowners.'"
Posted in Tips & Strategies
Oct. 28, 2019

MaxReal: Your homeownership resource

MaxReal is one of your best resources for making homeownership possible. We're with you every step of the way throughout the homebuying process. Contact us today to see how we can help you!

Agents Make Home Possible
"Real estate agents are an important member of your homebuying team. Like housing counselors, they play a vital role – helping you find the right home at the right price - and will be with you every step of the way during your homebuying process."
Posted in Tips & Strategies
Oct. 25, 2019

MaxReal Open Houses: Sat 10/26 & Sun 10/27

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10350 Heney Creek Pl
Cupertino, CA 95014

$2,799,000
Sat 10/26, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Sun 10/27, 2:00PM - 4:00PM



382 Gardenia Dr
San Jose, CA 95123

$1,295,888
Sat 10/26, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Sun 10/27, 1:00PM - 4:00PM



273 Gabilan Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94086

$1,899,000
Sat 10/26, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 10/27, 1:30PM - 4:30PM



3667 Lago De Bracciano St
San Jose, CA 95148

$1,498,800
Sat 10/26, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 10/27, 1:30PM - 4:30PM



1375 Phelps Ave #2
San Jose, CA 95117

$598,888
Sat 10/26, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Sun 10/27, 1:00PM - 4:00PM



6104 Elmbridge Dr
San Jose, CA 95129

$1,199,000
Sat 10/26, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 10/27, 1:30PM - 4:30PM



430 Galleria Dr #8
San Jose, CA 95134

$980,000
Sat 10/26, 2:00PM - 4:30PM
Sun 10/27, 2:00PM - 4:30PM



7110 Rainbow Dr #13
San Jose, CA 95129

$795,000
Sat 10/26, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 10/27, 1:30PM - 4:30PM



60 Gloria Cir
Menlo Park, CA 94025

$3,958,000
Sat 10/26, 1:00PM - 4:00PM



19197 Almond Rd
Castro Valley, CA 94546

$878,000
Sat 10/26, 2:00PM - 3:30PM
Sun 10/27, 12:00PM - 1:30PM



1932 Foxworthy Ave
San Jose, CA 95124

$989,000
Sat 10/26, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Sun 10/27, 1:00PM - 4:00PM



4226 Tobin Cir
Santa Clara, CA 95054

$1,348,000
Sat 10/26, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Sun 10/27, 2:00PM - 4:00PM


Posted in Open Houses
Oct. 25, 2019

Home prices are rising rapidly, according to ATTOM

According to a new report from ATTOM, home prices are seeing a rapid uptick due in part to historically low mortgage rates and a continued strong economy. Don't miss your opportunity!

Home Prices Are Rising Rapidly Again
"'The seven-year U.S. housing boom is back in high gear,' says Todd Teta, chief product officer at ATTOM Data Solutions. 'After a series of relatively small price increase quarters, home prices saw quite the uptick, seller profits rose and the problem of distressed sales continued to fade, helping to make the third quarter the strongest in four years. That's all happened as mortgage rates sank back to near-historic lows, which clearly powered the market upward along with stock market surges and a continued strong economy.'"
Posted in Tips & Strategies
Oct. 24, 2019

Avoid these costly homebuying mistakes!

Not all homebuying mistakes are created equal. Some can cost you a fortune! Read on for tips on how to avoid these major issues. Contact us for more knowledge and strategies.

The 14 Costliest Home-Buying Mistakes
"Buying a new home is as exciting as it is nerve-racking; you long for your dream home where you'll grow your family, but you don't want to make any costly mistakes along the way. Here are the top ones to avoid."
Posted in Tips & Strategies