Dealbreakers

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What are the must-have items you can’t live without when it comes to buying a new home?

CHIC (Pearl)

For me, it’s all about space. I need a big back yard for hosting BBQ parties and large gatherings. The house itself should have a spacious open floor plan to accommodate indoor celebrations and family events. And of course, I need enough closet and storage space to fit my wardrobe and accessories!

GEEK (Kevin)

I’m what you might call a “car guy” and a DIY tool man, so a big, wide, two-car garage is at the top of my wish list. A spacious kitchen is also a priority, for all those nights we spend experimenting with new recipes and breaking bread. And a well-insulated home can help save on heating and cooling costs.

Whose side are you on?

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When it comes to first impressions, siding is one of the most important elements of your home. And these days, you have plenty of options to choose from, so don’t get stuck on just brick and wood. Try something fun — and functional — to freshen up your frontage.

CHIC (Pearl)

We recently saw a home with a new face of fiber cement. This material has the log-lasting durability you need in the Bay Area, where we get all kinds of weather — even sleet and snow. When you add a sleek aesthetic and resistance to persistent wildfires, this is one investment that will pay you back whether you’re staying or selling.

GEEK (Kevin)

Taking things down to the studs? Use this opportunity to install steel siding. It won’t melt in the sun or crack in the cold, and it’s resistant to moisture that can lead to mold, mildew, and wood rot. And unlike traditional siding, it doesn’t need recaulking or repainting down the road. All this will save you big bucks on maintenance!

Dreaming of Home

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We frequently work with buyers who need to compromise between the dream home they want to buy and the home they can afford within their budget, especially with their first purchase. Let's be realistic. That first home doesn't need to be perfect. It’s just a step on your path.

Kevin and I don’t live in our dream home – yet. We don’t know where or when it will become a reality, but we’ve talked enough to know that the dream home we share will be a compromise between our respective dreams and desires…

CHIC (Pearl)

I dream of a brightly lit home with high ceilings and high-performance windows in an open layout, allowing natural light to cascade throughout every room. Most of all, I dream of a beautifully landscaped backyard you can step into from your bedroom, kitchen, or living room.

GEEK (Kevin)

My dream home will be built of 90% steel and concrete. Designed to last 1,000 years, no earthquake, hurricane, flood, or other disaster could destroy it. My goal is to reach the highest level of efficiency and resiliency, with the even more attractive bonus of low maintenance!

Coming Soon: Entertaining Heaven!

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5505 Deep Purple Way, San José, CA 95123

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,072 sqft | Listing price $1.1M

We’re excited to bring this property to market! Nestled in the quiet Playa Del Rey neighborhood in South San José, this home is minutes to Westfield Oakridge Mall, local parks and schools, light rail, and major freeways. And it really packs a punch with spacious yards and outdoor amenities that make it the perfect party place!

An updated kitchen features stainless-steel appliances with a playful tile backsplash and quartz countertops for entertaining hungry guests. Energy efficient features like solar panels, EnergyStar appliances, high-efficiency HVAC, double-paned windows and doors, a Google Nest thermostat, and LED lights throughout mean you can keep it green while having fun. The property is rounded out by a pet-friendly grass front yard with a picket fence and cozy porch.

We invite you to take a closer look at an open house this Saturday and Sunday from 1-4pm. Contact us for more info!