Whether you’re trying to buy a condo or a five million dollar home, like the photo above, there are some tricks in the trade that you’ll want to be sure you’… Read more
Last year, several of my clients decided to wait and thought twice about selling their homes due to the onset of COVID and job insecurity. This year, however… Read more
There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is a… Read more
I know we’ve said it many times in the past year, but we really are experiencing some remarkable circumstances that continue to make this a real … Read more
If you’ve been considering purchasing a home but feel it just may not be the right time, you’re not alone! Last week, Fannie Mae released their … Read more
As we move into the latter half of the year, questions about what’s to come are top of mind for buyers and sellers. Sellers are worried they may … Read more
The question many homebuyers are facing this year is, “Why is it so hard to find a house?” We’re in the ultimate … Read more
Don’t panic! It’s not toilet paper this time! Now we have a shortage of materials related to home improvement and home building. It all seems to … Read more
If you live in your ideal home and you plan to stay there for the foreseeable future, then check your interest rate on your loan to be sure you’r… Read more
Insights Into the Current Los Gatos and Surrounding Area Market
Try one of these 5 creative options when finances aren't quite lining up
Buying a home can be daunting, but if you are aware of these common mistakes, the process will be less stressful!
A real estate boom during the pandemic pushed home prices to an all-time high.
The best advice for rebuilding credit is to manage it responsibly over time.
This is certainly an intimidating question, and one that’s difficult to sum up in one post.
Mortgage rates have been on a roller coaster ride this year, rising and falling amid inflationary pressures.
May was a remarkable month, setting new records and revealing intriguing trends
April 2024 has brought a remarkable surge in the San Francisco Bay Area housing market. Median home prices have risen significantly across six local counties, reflecti… Read more
Insights Into the Current Los Gatos and Surrounding Area Market
Discovering the Path to Wealth Through Homeownership
Let's take a look at the market stats from January 2024 in Santa Clara County.
If you're thinking of buying or selling a home, one of the biggest concerns you may have is if home prices are dropping.
How the most recent market changes affect home values is “hyper” local!
Townhouse and condominium home sales data from December is in!
The 2022 housing market has been defined by two key things.
The 2022 housing market has been defined by two key things: inflation and rapidly rising mortgage rates … Read more
“We used to see home price growth only around the coasts, but now we’re seeing it throughout the country.” – Danielle Hale, chief economist. … Read more
There are some fabulous once-a-year festivals this weekend to check out! On Saturday, Saratoga is celebrating Art with their ArtSplash! Festival … Read more
If you’re wondering what’s on tap this weekend, then look no further! We’ve curated a weekly events list where we share some of the fun activitie… Read more
Have you checked out January’s Inside Look 👓 Newsletter yet? You’ll find insightful articles, upcoming community events, announcements, trends, … Read more
If you’re wondering what’s on tap this weekend, then look no further! We’ve curated a weekly events list where we share some of the fun activitie… Read more
Here are the charts showing our 5 San Francisco bay area county home sales (single family homes) for December 2021. Interestingly, all but Santa … Read more
Last year ended with some amazing, record setting home values and speed for how long it takes to sell. Keep in mind that not all homes are create… Read more
Welcome to my weekly events guide where I highlight some of the fun events happening in Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area. Although C… Read more
Single family home sales data from December is in! Silicon Valley and our six neighboring counties in the San Francisco bay area and coastline c… Read more
Do you have a yearly holiday tradition? Ours always included Nutcrackers - whether it was my ever growing collection of them or going to (or… Read more
Do you have a yearly holiday tradition? Ours always included Nutcrackers - whether it was my ever growing collection of them or going to (or… Read more
We have been talking about Millennials for a while now, and next up are the Centennials. The Centennials were born from 1997 to present, and they have grown … Read more
This weekend is chock full of fun activities to enjoy outdoors with the kids, from Easter Egg hunts to train rides with the Easter Bunny. It’… Read more
Hello friends, Welcome to our weekly events guide for Silicon… Read more
Happy weekend! The blossoms are out and spring has arrived! Time to get out and enjoy all the fun events happening in Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Ba… Read more
If you’re wondering what’s on tap this weekend, then look no further! We’ve curated a weekly events list where we share some of the fun activitie… Read more
The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, p… Read more
Where to find local crab feeds? Look no further - we have you covered!
Melodies in the Air: Discovering Outdoor Caroling Bliss in Los Gatos.
Harmonizing Holiday Cheer: Explore a Symphony of Festive Delights.
Now that the Dungeness Crab season is underway, attending an all-you-can-eat crab feed is the perfect way to feast on this delicacy!
February was a busy month! Our church community offered up their many talents to the Lord.
It's the best way to enjoy all the downtown outdoor holiday lights with friends and family.
Explore the holiday traditions, music, and festivities celebrated across our diverse.
Do you have a yearly holiday tradition? Ours always included Nutcrackers.
Prices may be higher on everything from food to gifts to decorations.
Summertime citrus twist on Scottish shortbread recipe
A recipe for rich, decadent, pillowy moist chocolate cookies with bits of peanut butter in every bite!
A recipe for the best soft and gooey, pop-in-your-mouth chocolate chip goodness!
Crispy on the outside and chewy in the middle - these are addicting!
These are chewy, tender cookies that are just a mouthful of deliciousness!
These cookies are chewy on the inside, crispy on the outside, with a depth of flavor.
These cookies are light as a feather, with a crispy outside and like a puff of deliciousness on the inside.
The holiday season is incomplete in our home without Mexican wedding cake cookies.
The happy failure of accidentally overcooking the butter you just wanted to melt in a pan.
Not to date myself, but 25 years ago my colleague shared one of her favorite cookie recipes with me, and I’m embarrassed to say, I never tried it… Read more
While visiting family in San Luis Obispo, we stumbled upon a store called Brown Butter Cookie Company (@brownbuttercookiecompany), and naturally,… Read more
If you’re looking for a rich, super-chocolatey, chocolate chip cookie, then you have to try this recipe. It’s one of my go-to cookies that I give… Read more
As delicious as a good chocolate chip cookie can be, sometimes I’m in the mood for something a little different. These cookies do not disappoint,… Read more
Chocolate lovers – this one’s for you!!! These are double chocolate and are basically the best part of a brownie (the corner piece!) in a cookie.… Read more
These have become one of the most requested recipes from clients, and by popular demand, is now one of the standards in my celebratory cookie gif… Read more
Shortbread is the simplest cookie to make, as there’s really only 3 ingredients – flour, sugar, butter. For a more delicate shortbread, change ou… Read more
I have found that people fall into one of two camps when having a preference for cookies – chocolate chip or oatmeal. So for those of you that li… Read more
Fundamental to how Janet Souza views her role as her client’s real estate advisor, she seamlessly blends her former professional worlds that span consulting, engineering, marketing, strategy, and executive sales negotiations as her frame of reference, bringing a premier standard of performance and uncompromised integrity to her clients.