All Costs Equal: Would You Buy Used or New?

New Home Construction

All Costs Equal: Would You Buy Used or New? By Andrew Hill @ New Homes Move So your friends and family have told you buying new is the way to go, but you can’t seem to get your head around the hefty price tag? Sure enough, new homes can entail a higher upfront cost, but… Read More

New Homes Construction in Blossom Valley San Jose

Westbury by Brookfield Homes

New Homes Construction in Blossom Valley San Jose New construction of Blossom Valley Homes at the corner of Blossom Hill Road and Southcrest Way between Chesbro and Cahalan in San Jose, Ca 95123. The single family homes will be approximately 1,660 to 2,159 square feet; up to 4 bedrooms; and anticipated pricing from the high… Read More

Immediate Response Restoration Over Charges San Jose Ca Homeowner for Water Restoration Services

Not Recommended

In my post San Jose CA Water Damage and Water Restoration Services I made reference to sheet rock work that was performed by Sean Silva of Silva Custom Construction.  Following the demolition or tear out from the water damage to my San Jose CA home, I was more than ready to start the reconstruction. After… Read More

San Jose CA Water Damage and Water Restoration Services

Water Restoration

If you are ever unfortunate enough to have water damage to your home and need water restoration work done, think twice before you call Immediate Response Restoration at 800-956-1212.  I believe Immediate Response Restoration is affiliated with Emergency Services Restoration.  This San Jose Real Estate Agent had the misfortune of gray water backing up into my… Read More

Felon Finder

Fellon Finder

Have you ever wondered how many felons live in your neighborhood? I actually never have until a friend told me about Felon Finder. I have lived in my neighborhood for over 30 years.  It certainly feels like a safe neighborhood. I imagine just because the felons live in my neighborhood does not mean they committed… Read More

San Jose Real Estate Agents – Trespassing?

Unlocked Door

I do not believe Real Estate Agents have the right to take liberties and yet many do every day without regard for others and without any repercussion. Far too many San Jose real estate agents are not following the MLS instructions which in many cases states: “Call First – then go direct.” Agents who do… Read More

Propositon 90 in Santa Clara County – Saved!

Proposition 90 passed unanimously

I received an email message from Supervisor Yeager today advising of the good news to report. The motion to maintain Santa Clara County’s participation in the Proposition 90 program passed unanimously today, Tuesday, June 14, 2011. Supervisor Yeager is an advocate for seniors. He “supports Prop. 90 because it preserves the affordability of housing for… Read More

San Jose is No. 1 – Best Home Values in 2011

San Jose

Best Home Values in 2011 – San Jose is No. 1 A Forbes article published on January 24, 2011 indicates that the San Jose Real Estate market is on the rise and California is rebounding. This is according to Local Market Monitor, a real estate research company in Cary, N.C. After “crunching the numbers” Local… Read More

Insurance Companies and Banks

State Farm

Insurance Companies and Banks What’s the Difference Between Them? NO MUCH! You have seen this guy – Right? Like the Big Bad Banks, State Farm is there to take policy-holder’s money month over month, year after year. As long as the money is collected … all is well in the word of banking and insurance…. Read More

San Jose Homes – Mount Umunhum

Mount Umunhum

Mount Umunhum A well-known landmark in the bay area, Mount Umunhum shows evidence of the recent storm. Residents of Almaden, Cambrian, Blossom Valley, Campbell and surrounding Silicon Valley communities may only appreciate the beautiful view of Mount Umunhum from the valley floor. The space is not open to the public due to environmental hazards such… Read More