John and Renee Kunz's (blogkunz) Blog

 Technology Snapshot & Benefits:Perhaps the most pleasant economic savings can be derived from judicious and mindful planting of trees and shrubs. The value of traditional plantings serving as windbreaks is well known. Additionally, well-placed deciduous trees can shade a building during hot summ...

Just a quick note to wish everyone, "Happy Easter!" I can't believe what beautiful weather we're blessed with year. In Hollister it should be around 75 degrees! Enjoy the sun, enjoy your families and be thankful for all the good around us!

 Bring your brooms, dustpans, garden gloves and shovels and help us get our downtown in tip-top shape!A community supported cleanup of downtown, including pulling weeds, planting, scrubbing and painting. Volunteer for this annual event and help beautify our downtown!  Groups are welcome.Spring Cl...

 We are so lucky to live in beautiful San Benito County. Right now, the hills are green....wildflowers are blooming. It's hard to be inside.  So get outside! Do some yard work. The nurseries are full of new plants to perk up your tired landscape. What better way to brighten up your home and get s...

Every night you probably get at least one phone call from someone offering you a new loan. Not only does this person know your name & your phone number, but they know everything about your loan. Who it's with, when it's maturing and the interest rate. Shocked? What else do they know? Who told the...

  The Pinnacle's National Monument in South San Benito County is a wonderful place to visit in the spring.The Pinnacles are the last of an ancient volcano. They are made up of colorful rocks and peaks that rise from 1000 to 3300 feet. The highest spot is Cholone Peak. There are endless caves whic...

With rising energy costs,  its worth your time and efforts to look at your heating and air conditioning system. As a Certified Eco-Broker and an Energy Rater for http://www.energycheckup.com/ , I can help. If you own a home or are looking to purchase a home in Hollister, Gilroy or Morgan Hill, I ...

There are some great real estate deals in San Benito County.  There are 125 active single family homes and 17 condos that meet this dollar criteria.  Approximately 80% of the homes under $400,000 are either short sells or real esate owned (bankd owned) which provides tough competition for the how...