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By Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist, Probate Real Estate Services
(KD Realty - 408.972.1822)
We are shaped by people and experiences throughout our lives. In the March ActiveRain challenge hosted by Lew Corcoran and Patricia Faeger, we are asked to share the profound impact someone had on you in shaping you into who you are today.If you want to know why I am the way I am today, it is largely due to how My Parents Shaped Who I Am Today, they set a strong foundation.The experiences I had, the things I feared, the things I loved, and how throughout my life I emerged from the "Dark Night of the Soul" experiences also shaped me into who I become. While the term may mean different things to people, my reference here is in the spiritual sense. "The "dark night of the soul" refers to a phase of deep spiritual crisis or emotional turmoil, often characterized by feelings of despair and a...
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By Don Orason, "Helping You Make Good Real Estate Decisions"
(Silicon Valley Real Estate Team -Intero Real Estate Services)
There's is an abundance of open space, hiking trails, great schools and charm. Locals know that Silver Creek is a great place to raise a family.While some people may say that the area is energized by new growth and rapid changes, Silver Creek value comes from its welcoming warm atmosphere, where neighbors participate enjoying various spectacular amenities enjoying a great convenient location.All great neighborhoods have this in common. Pride in ownership is obvious when the residents, whether renters or owners, maintain their homes and care about their neighborhood. Neighbors participate to connect and create local groups that bring the residents together for the betterment of the area.Connect with the past, present and future in Silver Creek Valley, one of the most charming neighborhoo...
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By Rob Spinosa, Mortgage Loan Originator, Marin County
(US Bank)
OK Boomer, You Don't Need 20% Down Bound to happen from time to time in the digital age, a saying goes viral --- in this case, "OK, boomer," --- which is meant to expose a close-minded or out-of-touch opinion, thought or mindset of one generation by another (I'll let you figure out the age demographics here).  Hopefully, the topic of this blog will transcend generational differences and address the assumptions about the down payment one needs to make when purchasing a home, versus the reality of what we see every day with those who are actually buying homes.  I think you'll be surprised at the expanse between fact and fiction. Let's start by saying that in the US, it's been widely assumed that a homebuyer must make a 20% down payment of the purchase price.  This concept has been propaga...
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By Don Orason, "Helping You Make Good Real Estate Decisions"
(Silicon Valley Real Estate Team -Intero Real Estate Services)
We've streamlined and perfected the process of finding dream homes for our clients in Almaden Valley  We know you want to spend less time looking at perhaps hundreds of homes for sale, looking all over. . .just to find that special place, allow our knowledge, experience and passion for Almaden Valley to guide you through the process of finding the right neighborhood that will fit your lifestyle. We strive in making it easier and have a direct path to help you find your dream home.  We are also your Trusted Resource for Almaden Valley Real Estate, offering complete solutions for buyers, from financing assistance to creating innovative marketing strategies for home sellers.    Check out the Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Report here!  We are your neighborhood specialists and we are rea...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Hello, it's Michelle Cherie Carr Crowe of "The Get Results Team" at Altas Realty with this week's San Jose Lynbrook High Homes Update for November 6, 2019.There are currently 2 SFH, 0 TH and 3 Condos for sale in West San Jose with Lynbrook High School, part of the desirable "Cupertino Schools".Right now, there are 2 SFH, 2 TH and 1 Condo pending or under contract with contingencies.In the past 30 days, 7 SFH, 4 TH and 2 Condos have closed escrow.Curious to know what any single-family house, townhome or condo is worth in West San Jose with Lynbrook High School? Text or Just Call 408-252-8900 Now! Thanks for reading "San Jose Lynbrook High Homes Update Nov. 6, 2019".
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By Don Orason, "Helping You Make Good Real Estate Decisions"
(Silicon Valley Real Estate Team -Intero Real Estate Services)
We've streamlined and perfected the process of finding dream homes for our clients in Almaden Valley  We know you want to spend less time looking at perhaps hundreds of homes for sale, looking all over. . .just to find that special place, allow our knowledge, experience and passion for Almaden Valley to guide you through the process of finding the right neighborhood that will fit your lifestyle. We strive in making it easier and have a direct path to help you find your dream home.  We are also your Trusted Resource for Almaden Valley Real Estate, offering complete solutions for buyers, from financing assistance to creating innovative marketing strategies for home sellers.    Check out the Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Report here!  We are your neighborhood specialists and we are rea...
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By Don Orason, "Helping You Make Good Real Estate Decisions"
(Silicon Valley Real Estate Team -Intero Real Estate Services)
There's is an abundance of open space, hiking trails, great schools and charm. Locals know that Silver Creek is a great place to raise a family.While some people may say that the area is energized by new growth and rapid changes, Silver Creek value comes from its welcoming warm atmosphere, where neighbors participate enjoying various spectacular amenities enjoying a great convenient location.All great neighborhoods have this in common. Pride in ownership is obvious when the residents, whether renters or owners, maintain their homes and care about their neighborhood. Neighbors participate to connect and create local groups that bring the residents together for the betterment of the area.Connect with the past, present and future in Silver Creek Valley, one of the most charming neighborhoo...
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Well once again PGE is on a Power Trip in the Bay Area in Northern California. And I was told 30-40 years ago that companies couldn't have a monopoly and control all of what there selling. But it sure looks like PGE has a monopoly on electricity in California. And if we're not happy with PGE shouldn't we be allowed to use another company? That's another reason I love Alaska ...Sure I have to purchase electricity, but when it's turned off like PGE has been doing in NorCal for the last 2 weeks I just start up my generator for power. In fact it's cheaper to run my generator for electricity then buying it from Homer Electric. And I have enough fish, caribou, other meats in the freezer and canned foods to last me 6-12 months.So anyway back to PGE ... Shame on you for flexing and trying to co...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Hello and welcome to this week's San Jose Lynbrook High Homes Update for October 24, 2019. Currently only 1 single family home, 1 townhome and 4 condos are for sale in the San Jose Lynbrook High area. There are 4 pending single family homes, 2 pending townhomes and 1 pending condo.In the past ~30 days, 11 SFH have sold, 1 townhome and 1 condo.Curious about the Lynbrook High Homes market? Thinking of selling, buying or investing? Just Call 408-252-8900. Thanks for reading the "Lynbrook High Homes Update October 24, 2019".
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By Don Orason, "Helping You Make Good Real Estate Decisions"
(Silicon Valley Real Estate Team -Intero Real Estate Services)
We've streamlined and perfected the process of finding dream homes for our clients in Almaden Valley  We know you want to spend less time looking at perhaps hundreds of homes for sale, looking all over. . .just to find that special place, allow our knowledge, experience and passion for Almaden Valley to guide you through the process of finding the right neighborhood that will fit your lifestyle. We strive in making it easier and have a direct path to help you find your dream home.  We are also your Trusted Resource for Almaden Valley Real Estate, offering complete solutions for buyers, from financing assistance to creating innovative marketing strategies for home sellers.    Check out the Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Report here!  We are your neighborhood specialists and we are rea...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Exciting news-my clients are purchasing a gorgeous newer Silicon Valley luxury home with a high-end elevator.We negotiated for a home warranty to include elevator coverage...does anyone know what home warranty company offers elevator coverage?Any and all help is welcome. We have messages out to the reps at American Home Shield, Fidelity, First American and Old Republic.Thanks in advance for reading "Which Home Warranty Includes Elevator Coverage?"
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By Don Orason, "Helping You Make Good Real Estate Decisions"
(Silicon Valley Real Estate Team -Intero Real Estate Services)
There's is an abundance of open space, hiking trails, great schools and charm. Locals know that Silver Creek is a great place to raise a family.While some people may say that the area is energized by new growth and rapid changes, Silver Creek value comes from its welcoming warm atmosphere, where neighbors participate enjoying various spectacular amenities enjoying a great convenient location.All great neighborhoods have this in common. Pride in ownership is obvious when the residents, whether renters or owners, maintain their homes and care about their neighborhood. Neighbors participate to connect and create local groups that bring the residents together for the betterment of the area.Connect with the past, present and future in Silver Creek Valley, one of the most charming neighborhoo...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Which category do you fall into as a Homebuyer: the Educated 38% or the Other (we won't say foolish), 62%?According to the ‘2019 Home Buyer Report’ conducted by Nerdwallet, many first-time buyers still believe they need a 20% down payment to buy a home in today’s market:“More than 6 in 10 (62%) Americans believe you must put at least 20% down in order to purchase a home.”In a competitive market like Silicon Valley, people often assume 20 percent down payment is the minimum needed to buy a home. Yet I've successfully helped home buyers paying as little as 3.5% down (sometimes even with gift funds) to buy that all-important first house in San Jose, Cupertino and Santa Clara, Calif.The bigger danger of this erroneous thinking is when buyers presume they need a 20% down payment, they figure...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Hello, Here is this week's West San Jose Lynbrook High Homes Update of homes, townhomes and condos for sale, pending and sold over the past 30 days, as of October 9, 2019.2 SFH for Sale . 9 Pending/Contingent . 8 Sold0 TH for Sale . 3 Pending/Contingent . 0 Sold5 Condos for Sale . 1 Pending/Contingent . 0 SoldAlso...are you or someone you care about looking to buy an established, profitable business in the Cupertino Schools area? We have one for sale for under $100K. Text or Just Call 408-252-8900 Now for more info.Thanks for reading the "Lynbrook High Homes Update October 9, 2019". 
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By Don Orason, "Helping You Make Good Real Estate Decisions"
(Silicon Valley Real Estate Team -Intero Real Estate Services)
We've streamlined and perfected the process of finding dream homes for our clients in Almaden Valley  We know you want to spend less time looking at perhaps hundreds of homes for sale, looking all over. . .just to find that special place, allow our knowledge, experience and passion for Almaden Valley to guide you through the process of finding the right neighborhood that will fit your lifestyle. We strive in making it easier and have a direct path to help you find your dream home.  We are also your Trusted Resource for Almaden Valley Real Estate, offering complete solutions for buyers, from financing assistance to creating innovative marketing strategies for home sellers.    Check out the Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Report here!  We are your neighborhood specialists and we are rea...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Are You Curious ... to know how much a San Jose Lynbrook High Home is worth in today's market? Thinking of selling a house? Buying a home? Investing in real estate? Talk with an Experienced REALTOR with over 30 years' experience selling Silicon Valley condos, townhomes and single family homes. Free and Confidential in Person and Over-The-Phone Consultations available by appointment-Just Call 408-252-8900. Thanks for reading "San Jose Lynbrook High Homes Update October 3, 2019".
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By Don Orason, "Helping You Make Good Real Estate Decisions"
(Silicon Valley Real Estate Team -Intero Real Estate Services)
There's is an abundance of open space, hiking trails, great schools and charm. Locals know that Silver Creek is a great place to raise a family.While some people may say that the area is energized by new growth and rapid changes, Silver Creek value comes from its welcoming warm atmosphere, where neighbors participate enjoying various spectacular amenities enjoying a great convenient location.All great neighborhoods have this in common. Pride in ownership is obvious when the residents, whether renters or owners, maintain their homes and care about their neighborhood. Neighbors participate to connect and create local groups that bring the residents together for the betterment of the area.Connect with the past, present and future in Silver Creek Valley, one of the most charming neighborhoo...
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Curious about how much a San Jose Lynbrook High Home is worth in today's market? Thinking of selling a house? Buying a home? Investing in real estate? Talk with an Experienced REALTOR with over 30 years' experience selling Silicon Valley condos, townhomes and single family homes. Free and Confidential in Person and Over-The-Phone Consultations available by appointment-Just Call 408-252-8900. Thanks for reading "Lynbrook High Homes Update September 28, 2019".
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By Don Orason, "Helping You Make Good Real Estate Decisions"
(Silicon Valley Real Estate Team -Intero Real Estate Services)
We've streamlined and perfected the process of finding dream homes for our clients in Almaden Valley  We know you want to spend less time looking at perhaps hundreds of homes for sale, looking all over. . .just to find that special place, allow our knowledge, experience and passion for Almaden Valley to guide you through the process of finding the right neighborhood that will fit your lifestyle. We strive in making it easier and have a direct path to help you find your dream home.  We are also your Trusted Resource for Almaden Valley Real Estate, offering complete solutions for buyers, from financing assistance to creating innovative marketing strategies for home sellers.    Check out the Almaden Valley Real Estate Market Report here!  We are your neighborhood specialists and we are rea...
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By Rob Spinosa, Mortgage Loan Originator, Marin County
(US Bank)
Your Debt-to-Income Ratio Is High and It Will Be Alright You might have been lured into reading this blog post under the false assumption that I'd be discussing the controversial subject of financing cannabis-related businesses and property.  Well, you can let that notion go up in smoke.  Instead, we're going to talk about the ways you can get a great jumbo mortgage in California if your debt-to-income ratio (also known as "DTI") is higher than Jeff Spicoli at 4:20pm.  OK, dude, not really, but we are going to address the ways you can get a decent home loan with a very competitive rate if your DTI exceeds 43% --- the maximum amount specified for a qualified mortgage, or "QM."  Let's get together and review a little background first. Your debt-to-income ratio is determined by dividing yo...
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By Don Orason, "Helping You Make Good Real Estate Decisions"
(Silicon Valley Real Estate Team -Intero Real Estate Services)
There's is an abundance of open space, hiking trails, great schools and charm. Locals know that Silver Creek is a great place to raise a family.While some people may say that the area is energized by new growth and rapid changes, Silver Creek value comes from its welcoming warm atmosphere, where neighbors participate enjoying various spectacular amenities enjoying a great convenient location.All great neighborhoods have this in common. Pride in ownership is obvious when the residents, whether renters or owners, maintain their homes and care about their neighborhood. Neighbors participate to connect and create local groups that bring the residents together for the betterment of the area.Connect with the past, present and future in Silver Creek Valley, one of the most charming neighborhoo...
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