santa clara: Last Days of Summer
- 07/30/15 11:11 PM
“Time Flies” is an old, but true, statement. Just a few weeks ago school was out, first days of summer were in full swing and vacation was on everyone’s mind. As the old 60’s song says, ‘Turn around and you’re….’ spending the last days of summer and it’s just a few short weeks till life gears up to the old routine with school, sport events, fall meetings and schedule changes.
To help you make the most of “now”, plan your last days of summer with local events that will explode into fun the whole family will enjoy.
Morgan Hill Library: The (1 comments)
santa clara: The Magic of Lights
- 07/24/15 06:28 AM
It is the end of July and wherever you are, it is probably very hot. So, to cool things off, at least in your mind, close your eyes and think about the beauty of Christmas – especially the lights. There is nothing that takes you away to a peaceful state, than driving around the neighborhoods and seeing the yards that have been transformed into wonderlands by lights. Why do we have that adventure only at Christmas? It does not have to be a once a year affair. Adding outdoor lighting to your landscape and home can have an excellent effect. It (2 comments)
santa clara: Update to Sell - Enjoy Now
- 07/16/15 12:52 AM
If you are thinking about selling your house, why not start the updates now? Many people redo their home when they are ready to move and wish they had made the changes earlier so they could have enjoyed it for a few months. Doing the work as you go makes it less expensive and time consuming when the decision to sell is made. The best part is you do not have to spend a lot of money to accomplish a few items that will reap big paybacks for you and the buyer.
Consider these suggestions to improve the value of your home (1 comments)
santa clara: Benefits of Open Houses
- 06/11/15 09:49 AM
You have listed your home, and now the agent is asking for you to schedule an open house. This creates many questions and concerns for you as the home owner, but ultimately you are wondering what the benefits to an open house are. Listed below are several of the benefits of allowing your agent to host an open house.
First, many potential buyers will plan a day to attend multiple open houses in a neighborhood. This allows the potential buyer to see a variety of homes in a short amount of time. Potential buyers like to comparison shop, and open houses are (4 comments)
santa clara: Preparing to Buy a Home
- 06/04/15 08:24 AM
When it is time to purchase your first home, relocate, or find a home that better fits your current needs, preparation is essential to reduce stress and make the buying process more efficient. Understanding how you as a buyer can prepare to purchase your home before attending the first open house or showing will set you apart from other buyers and help you to obtain your dream home.
In preparing to buy a home, consider what your needs are from the home. How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you need? If this is your starter home, will you live in the home (9 comments)
You have made the decision to buy or sell a home, but now comes the time to decide who you will select as your Realtor. Following these simple tips will guide you through the process of selecting your agent in the Santa Clara area.
First, review the license for the agent you are considering. When you are reviewing the license, you are looking to see if the agent has had any disciplinary actions, complaints, and what comments are stated about the agent. Reviewing the license provides peace of mind that the agent you are selecting is legitimate and following legal guidelines.