Willow Glen, San Jose, CA  95125 Lovely Willow Glen is bordered by Campbell, and the Cambrian, Almaden and Downtown/East San Jose areas. All of Willow Glen is located within zip code 95125. However there are different neighborhoods within Willow Glen, including Fairglen, Lincoln Avenue/Downtown, Meridian Woods, Cottle Ranch, Palm Haven and Virginia. Willow Glen formerly was its own independent and incorporated city, prior to annexation by San Jose.  (For some reason it was also commonly referred to as "Goosetown"). Willow Glen offers a downtown area populated by an abundance of Mom & Pop shops, in addition to a few franchise places. It's an area known for its delicious food (such as Giorgio's, La Villa and Taiwan) as well as style (Scandalous Salon, Black Sea Gallery and Willow Glen Cus... 10/12/2009

Some of our Asset Management companies that offer us REOs for sale, don't compensate us for evictions!! Their rational when we hinted on getting compensated was that "you are getting paid for the listing and the eviction is part of this". Evictions take a huge emotional toll on my team and it was a hard sell to begin with let alone when the agents have to do it one their OWN dime and OWN time!  Several times, we have hired translators to help with occupants, only to have to compensate them from our own pocket!  We have stopped this practice since we discovered that we can NOT bill these services to our clients. Now comes the new wrinkle where some of these evictions are heading to California Superior Court!.  And we must appear in court and offer testimonty in support of lender's evicti... 10/11/2009

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Can you describe chocolate to someone that has not tasted it?  Can you convey how it tastes?  Do you think they will need to try it for themselves?Well, that is sometimes how people feel about Nia.  It is difficult to explain because it can be so much and so different for so many people.  So you are just invited to try it for yourself. WHEN:  Mondays 9:00 AM Tuesdays 6:00 PM Wednesdays 9:00 AM   WHERE: Willow Glen/San JoseHalanda Studio across from Rotten Robbies1062 Lincoln Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125 Come join us.    Nia is the workout that your body will love.  Nia is done in bare feet (you can keep you shoes on if you want) to music.  We move as the body was designed to move---that is what helps you feel so great.The teacher will lead you through moves and you decide how BIG or SMALL... 10/10/2009

  Lynbrook High Homes Mini-Update 10.10.09 Hello, this is Michelle Carr Crowe with your Lynbrook High Homes Mini-Update for 10.10.09. Active Single Family Homes for sale in San Jose Lynbrook: 9 1033 Windsor St   San Jose   6+   4+  7     4,956   $482   10,950   $2,388,800   6        1681 Provincetown Dr   San Jose   4   3  132     2,800   $535.67   6,500   $1,499,888          1693 Provincetown Dr   San Jose   5   3  32     2,701   $518.29   6,500   $1,399,888          1015 Avondale St   San Jose   6+   4+  64     3,708   $377.29   10,200   $1,399,000   59        1473 Sharon Manor Ct   San Jose   5   3 1/2  221     3,493   $400.52   5,500   $1,399,000   14        1432 Yilufa Ct   San Jose   4   3 1/2  8     2,309   $475.53   2,171   $1,098,000          1142 Johnson Av   San Jose   5   2 ... 10/09/2009

Using a qualified commercial property broker will save you time and money. Not only will your broker do much of the grunt work involved in the leasing process, they also have a deeper market knowledge and better market information. By using this guide, you will be better able to manage your broker and your transaction. You will have a better understanding of the process and know what to expect. This will put you in control of your transaction and, since you are the one who lives with the lease, control is exactly what you need. As you start the process of finding a commercial space you will encounter commercial brokers, some of whom will offer their services to you. It is vital that you are clear on whom the broker is representing in your transaction. Real Estate brokers are either spec... 10/09/2009

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San Jose Willow Glen homes for sale week ending October 3, 2009 compared to October 4, 2008. San Jose Willow Glen 95125 There were 167 San Jose Willow Glen homes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes in the week ending October 3, 2009 compared to 248 San Jose Willow Glen homes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes in week ending October 4, 2008. Of the 167 San Jose Willow Glen homes for sale there were 18 short sales, 15 bank owned homes and 134 traditional listings. 42.2% Listings in Escrow. There were 23 San Jose Willow Glen condos and San Jose Willow Glen Townhomes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes compared to 42 in 2008. Of the 23 San Jose condos and San Jose Townhomes for sale there were 5 short sales, 1 bank-owned home and 17 tradit... 10/06/2009

San Jose Silver Creek homes for sale week ending October 3, 2009 compared to October 4, 2008.San Jose Silver Creek Valley 95138There were 19 San Jose Ca homes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes in the week ending October 3, 2009 compared to 112 San Jose Ca homes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes in week ending October 4, 2008. Of the 19 San Jose Ca homes for sale there were 11 short sales, 2 bank owned homes and 6 traditional listings. 81.9% of Listings in Escrow.There were 9 San Jose condos and San Jose Townhomes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes compared to 16 in 2008. Of the 9 San Jose condos and San Jose Townhomes there were 2 short sales, 4 bank-owned homes and 3 conventional listings. 69.0% of Listings in Escrow.Month over mo... 10/06/2009

Cambrian Park San Jose California homes for sale week ending October 3, 2009 compared to October 4, 2008. Cambrian Park San Jose Ca homes - Cambrian Park 95118 Cambrian Park San Jose Ca homes - Cambrian Park 95124 There were 90 Cambrian Park San Jose Ca homes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes in the week ending October 3, 2009 compared to 167 Cambrian Park San Jose Ca homes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes in week ending October 4, 2008. Of the 90 Cambrian Park San Jose Ca homes for sale there were 10 short sales, 3 bank owned homes and 77 traditional listings. 55.9 % of Listings in escrow.There were 20 Cambrian Park San Jose Ca condos and Cambrian Park San Jose Townhomes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes compared to 57 in 2008. ... 10/06/2009

Almaden Valley San Jose Ca homes for sale week ending October 3, 2009 compared to October 4, 2008.Almaden Valley San Jose 95120 - San Jose Ca homesThere were 56 Almaden Valley San Jose Ca homes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes in the week ending October 3, 2009 compared to 110 Almaden Valley San Jose Ca homes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes in week ending October 4, 2008. Of the 56 Almaden Valley San Jose Ca homes for sale there were 5 short sales, 2 bank owned homes and 49 traditional listings. 47.2% Listings in Escrow! There were 8 Almaden Valley San Jose Ca condos and Almaden Valley San Jose Townhomes for sale, including short sales and bank owned homes compared to 15 in 2008. Of the 8 Almaden Valley San Jose Ca condos and Almaden Valley San J... 10/06/2009

West San Jose Homes with Cupertino Schools-Look for California Distinguished Schools In addition to checking a schools Academic Performance Index (API score), look for this image when shopping for high-performing school academics - A California Distinguished School.  Several West San Jose Homes have neighborhood schools with this distinction. For example, homes whose residency enables them to attend Dilworth Elementary, (A California Distinguished School) would also attend Miller Middle School and Lynbrook High School, both of which are also California Distinguished Schools. 10/06/2009

West San Jose Homes with Cupertino Schools In addition to checking a schools Academic Performance Index (API score), look for this image when shopping for high-performing school academics - A California Distinguished School.  Several West San Jose Homes have neighborhood schools with this distinction. For example, homes whose residency enables them to attend Dilworth Elementary, (A California Distinguished School) would also attend Miller Middle School and Lynbrook High School, both of which are also California Distinguished Schools. 10/06/2009

Exquisite, Exclusive Monte Sereno Monte Sereno, California, is one of the most exclusive residential neighborhoods in all of Santa Clara County, and perhaps California. With only about 4,000 residents and virtually no commercial or retail (besides La Hacienda Inn and Restaurant), Monte Sereno is where many of Silicon Valley's most discriminating millionaires call home. Characterized by majestic redwoods, estate-sized lots and custom-built homes, Monte Sereno is an ideal place to call home. Located within almost an exact 1-square-mile, Monte Sereno is embraced by Los Gatos, Saratoga and Campbell. Boundaries are along Saratoga-Los Gatos Road (highway 9), Quito Road, Bicknell/Karl/Eaton and Winchester Blvd. Education is a priority for residents, as evidenced by the award-winning schools, ... 10/05/2009

Life in the Los Gatos Area Los Gatos, California carries such prestige that nearby home for sale ad in San Jose boast phrases such as, "Los Gatos border," "Los Gatos neighborhood," and "Like Los Gatos for Less." The town of Los Gatos started off as a community of summer homes for the wealthy who wanted to live close to Santa Cruz and San Jose. Even today, Los Gatos just feels like a wealthy town. Homes range from redwood log cabins hidden in the woods off Mountain Charley Road, to million-dollar bungalows in the heart of downtown to  huge mansions up Kennedy, Shannon and College roads, interspersed with traditional ranch and two-story homes. For those willing to adjust to mountain living, (including septic systems and private water), with a slightly longer commute, the benefits can be v... 10/05/2009

Lovely West San Jose and the Lynbrook High Homes Area Bordered by Cupertino, Saratoga, Campbell, Sunnyvale and Santa Clara, West San Jose offers a central location for great schools, entertainment and a wide variety of destination shopping areas. Great first-run movie locations include the CineArts and AMC Theater franchises, including Century 21, 22, 23, 24 & 25 Theatres, Santana Arts Theatre and Saratoga AMC 14. Additionally, The Alameda Theatres nearby specializes in showing first-run Bollywood/Indian films. Century 25 (aka The Retro Dome) also shows Indian films, although it is currently hosting School House Rock LIVE! . From the bargain outlet mini-mall at Westgate Shopping Center to upscale Westfield Shoppingtown Valley Fair to unique boutiques at Santana Row, along with a wide va... 10/05/2009

Saratoga is an exceptionally desirable enclave of Santa Clara County, (also known as Silicon Valley). The town of Saratoga strives to balance a blend of artistic sensibilities with understated elegance. Overall, Saratoga primarily features large comfortable homes of 2000 to 4000 sf on spacious, usually 10,000-sf minimum-sized lots. Homes are nestled on cohesive neighborhoods of wide streets and meticulously maintained yards--these neighborhoods look like the Northern California lifestyle most people dream of. Saratoga Avenue leads from San Jose at Highway 85, and changes name to Big Basin Way as it meanders through   Downtown Saratoga (and becomes Saratoga-Los Gatos Road as you travel towards Los Gatos). Saratoga Village features an abundance of charm, from Corinthian Antiques to the Pl... 10/05/2009

Did a tour of the local listings in Berryessa, heres my take. 1135 HILFORD CT San Jose (5) $749,950 | 4 bed(s), 2 1/2 bath(s) 2090 Sqft | 4,500+ to 6,500 SqFt Home is located on the right side of Berryessa before Piedmont, appearance of home is clean, Carpeting, Hardwoods, Tile, Updates throughout. Wallpaper in entry. Very nice sunroom at the rear. Small Lot in rear due to sunroom addition. Overall nice home with great afternoon sun.             3 3027 VESUVIUS LN San Jose (5) $579,000 | 4 bed(s), 2 bath(s) 1305 Sqft | 4,500+ to 6,500 SqFt                Nicely updated home, master bedroom steps out to rear yard. School boundries Ruskin, Sierramont and Piedmont Hills.     4 3369 SHADOW LEAF DR San Jose (5) $539,888 | 3 bed(s), 2 1/2 bath(s) 1411 Sqft | 1 to 4,500 SqFt Nice development i... 10/04/2009

Fannie Mae continues to tighten the underwriting guidelines for San Jose & rest of the Bay Area borrowers. They are doing this to reduce their overall risk. Some of the changes announced recently and going into effect on the weekend of December 12, 2009 further tightens some of the guidelines. Here are the highlights: Credit Score: All Fannie Mae loans — whether underwritten electronically or manually — will now require a 620 credit score minimum. There are very few exceptions. Mortgage Insurance coverage: Borrowers loan-to-value exceed 80 percent of the property value now have a choice: Accept higher mortgage insurance premiums month-after-month Accept a one-time fee paid at closing to compensate for higher risk Both options pass higher costs to consumers. Debt-to-Income Ratio: Fannie... 10/04/2009