Real Estate News & Market Trends

If you’re on the market for an older home, you’ll want to keep an eye out for water fixtures. Older homes don’t always have the latest in water-saving devices. Some even have a few water-wasters. The good news? A lot of these problems can be fixed quickly and cheaply and keep costs reduced on the water bill. Here are three issue areas to look for and how to fix them:

Shower heads. Putting in new, water-saving shower heads can have a big impact on your bill. Look for showerheads that average 2.5 gallons or less per minute.

Faucets. A dripping faucet can send gallons of water down the drain every day. This is the first place to start when checking for waste.

Toilets. Older toilets can use a lot more water than newer models, especially if an older one has a leak. Take a few minutes to inspect each toilet; you can typically hear and see evidence of leaks.

Another good way to save? Talk to your water company. Many municipalities have water-saving programs and incentives that can save you money. In some cases, they may be able to determine if you need a water pressure regulator, which could help cut down on your water use.

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1034 Golden Way
Los Altos, CA 94024
$2,999,888
Sat 6/15, 12:00PM - 5:00PM
Sun 6/16, 12:00PM - 4:30PM

1194 Hyde Ave
San Jose, CA 95129
$1,838,888
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

6244 W Walbrook Dr
San Jose, CA 95129
$1,799,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

1643 Swallow Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
$1,788,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

4329 Strawberry Park Dr
San Jose, CA 95129
$1,780,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

4442 Billings Cir
Santa Clara, CA 95054
$1,328,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

48949 Air Fern Cmn
Fremont, CA 94539
$1,238,000
Sat 6/15, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Sun 6/17, 1:00PM - 5:00PM

3836 Evangelho Cir
San Jose, CA 95148
$1,238,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

3315 Inverness Dr
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
$1,199,000
Sat 6/15, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Sun 6/16, 2:00PM - 4:00PM

737 Bridge Creek Dr
San Ramon, CA 94582
$1,179,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:00PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:00PM

20720 4th St #17
Saratoga, CA 95070
$1,158,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

2652 Lucena Dr
San Jose, CA 95132
$1,138,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

1158 Capri Dr
Campbell, CA 95008
$1,138,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

1656 Brookvale Dr
San Jose, CA 95129
$1,098,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

1356 Shelby Creek Ln
San Jose, CA 95120
$1,068,000
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

350 N 2nd St #123
San Jose, CA 95112
$708,000
Sat 6/15, 2:00PM - 4:00PM

352 Hawk Ridge Dr
Richmond, CA 94806
$698,000
Sat 6/15, 1:00PM - 4:00PM

3245 Dublin Blvd #202
Dublin, CA 94568
$658,888
Sat 6/15, 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Sun 6/16, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

Have you been keeping an eye on how much equity and value you've gained in your home? Now may be the perfect time to cash out or even sell! Put your home's value to work for you.

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U.S. home values reach a record high of $26.1 trillion in Q1, Fed says
"As home values rose in the first quarter, so did homeowner equity, meaning the worth of a home compared to its mortgage. Americans owned 60.4% of their homes in the first quarter, the highest level of equity since 2002."

Did you know? If you haven't been the owner of a primary residence for three years, you're still considered a first-time homebuyer. You may be eligible for special advantages!

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Yes, a bankruptcy can stay on your credit report for up to 10 years. But, that doesn’t mean you have to wait that long to buy a home. In fact, you could be eligible to apply for a mortgage sooner thank you think.

It all depends on what type of bankruptcy was filed – Chapter 13 or 7 – and the type of loan program you’re applying for. It also depends on how hard you work to rebuild your finances and credit score. Here are three important things to focus on:

Save, save, save: The more money you have saved for a down payment, and the more money you have squirreled away for emergencies, the better your chances will be of getting a loan approved down the road.

Make monthly bill payments on time: Ideally, you’ll want to aim for at least 12 months of consistent, on-time payments for all your monthly obligations before you apply for a home loan again. Keep all your documentation showing you made the payments on time.

Rebuild your credit: After a bankruptcy, you’ll want to take on small amounts of consumer debt and pay them off as promised. You want to show a housing lender that since your bankruptcy, you are handling credit responsibly. Part of doing this is using only a modest portion of the credit that’s available to you and paying your bills promptly.

Don't let a bankruptcy keep you from buying your dream home. Contact us for more homebuyer knowledge and strategies.

Let us help you maximize your buying power in today's shifting market landscape. Contact us for more homebuyer knowledge and strategies.

How to Maximize Your Homebuying Power in a Buyer’s Market
"Market conditions have never been stronger for buyers in most of the country, which means there are lots of homes for sale with many sellers looking to make a deal. It has never been a better time to buy a home, and here are a few strategies to capitalize on a housing market that is tilting in the buyer’s favor."

Are you ready for an open house? Homesellers: be sure you've taken care of all these issues and help your home make its best impression. Homebuyers: take this opportunity to check all these important items before putting in an offer. Contact us for more homeowner knowledge and strategies.

The Most Scrutinized Details at an Open House
At an open house, buyers will carefully size up a home, either to buy or simply out of curiosity. Here are a few details to pay particular attention to when prepping for an open house

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1194 Hyde Ave
San Jose, CA 95129
$1,849,999
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

4329 Strawberry Park Dr
San Jose, CA 95129
$1,780,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM

3553 Cour De Jeune
San Jose, CA 95148
$1,648,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

708 Russett Ter
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
$1,635,000
Date: Sat 6/8, 1:45PM - 4:30PM
Date: Sun 6/9, 1:30PM - 4:30PM

2784 Valley Oak Loop
San Jose, CA 95135
$1,598,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

4442 Billings Cir
Santa Clara, CA 95054
$1,348,800
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

572 E Duane Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
$1,290,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

48949 Air Fern Cmn
Fremont, CA 94539
$1,238,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM

3836 Evangelho Cir
San Jose, CA 95148
$1,238,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

3315 Inverness Dr
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
$1,199,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 2:00PM - 4:00PM

20720 4th St #17
Saratoga, CA 95070
$1,198,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

2652 Lucena Dr
San Jose, CA 95132
$1,138,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

1158 Capri Dr
Campbell, CA 95008
$1,138,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

1656 Brookvale Dr
San Jose, CA 95129
$1,098,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

36843 Dauphine Ave
Fremont, CA 94536
$995,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

7101 Rainbow Dr #6
San Jose, CA 95129
$788,888
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 2:00PM - 5:00PM

350 N 2nd St #123
San Jose, CA 95112
$708,000
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 2:00PM - 4:00PM

352 Hawk Ridge Dr
Richmond, CA 94806
$698,000
Date: Sat 6/8
Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM

523 Bernal Ave
Livermore, CA 94551
$679,000
Date: Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

3245 Dublin Blvd #202
Dublin, CA 94568
$658,888
Date: Sat 6/8 & Sun 6/9
Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM

2223 Brega Ct
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
$539,950
Date: Sat 6/8, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Date: Sun 6/9, 12:00PM - 2:15PM

Are you thinking about selling or refinancing your home?

Our instant property valuation will provide you with key insights that can help you turn a profit!

According to the latest figures, nearly 6 million homeowners may benefit significantly by refinancing their mortgages due to the current trend in falling interest rates. Now is truly the best time for current borrowers to refinance, and for new borrowers to purchase! Don't let this opportunity pass you by.

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As mortgage rates plunge, millions more homeowners can benefit from refinancing
Mortgage rates are falling unexpectedly and sharply, and that means millions more homeowners can now benefit from refinancing their loans. There are now about 5.9 million borrowers who could see their rates drop by at least 75 basis points by refinancing their mortgages. Falling rates are also benefiting buyers, especially as home prices are now cooling.