Shopping around for a Loan or Mortgage

Before you start looking for a home loan or mortgage, be clear in your mind on what exactly you’re looking for. This will save a lot of time chasing deals that wouldn’t suit your need. Here are some steps that will help:
Ask friends and acquaintances who have been through the mill for their experiences and recommendations.
Talk to banks, mortgage companies, credit unions and brokers. Study and compare the various offers.
Check out websites that tell you about thousands of loan deals from various lenders. You will be required to enter a few details of what you’re looking for and be directed to a list of lenders that meet your requirements.
Major Banks, Building Societies and Finance Companies have special offers. Details are available on their websites.
Loan deals are also available through brokers. Brokers search the market for the best deals saving you a lot of work.

Dale Warfel and Bay Area Properties

Dale Warfel is a Bay Area realtor backed by 13 years experience in buying and selling homes in San Jose and the surrounding neighborhoods. His website at www.dalewarfel.com is a fund of information for buyers and sellers. It also contains a rundown of the most popular areas in and around Almaden Valley and Willow Glen. Dale Warfel lists foreclosures and offers a free market analysis of your property. To contact him, please call 408.624.6202

Home staging

Home Staging is a little-known profession except to those in the trade. Simply put, home staging is the art of preparing a home for sale to make it look as attractive as possible and at times, to drive the price up. Professional home stagers are experienced in show casing a home to its best advantage. They work by editing and re-arranging furniture, eliminating clutter and assisting in enhancing curb appeal. At times, they might hire rented furnishings to achieve the desired ambience. Professional home stagers charge a fee that might be calculated on an hourly basis or for the whole assignment.

Fine homes for sale in San Jose

Dale Warfel is a long standing Bay Area realtor with vast experience in home sales. His website contains heaps of invaluable information for a potential home seller which may be accessed by clicking on www.dalewarfel.com/Nav.aspx/Page=/RealEstateTips/HomeSelling/Default.aspx . In this, he advises how to prepare a home for sale, what to expect and how best to list it. Dale Warfel offers a free analysis of what a home is worth in the current market environment. This serves as a guide to the asking price and what the bottom line should be. Dale Warfel lists fine homes in the finest San Jose neighborhoods like Blossom Valley, San Teresa, Willow Glen and Almaden Valley. If you intend selling your home, first check with Dale Warfel, who can be contacted on 408.624.6202. You would benefit by studying his website http://www.dalewarfel.com/ .

Christmas is a good time to buy a home

This Christmas might be the best time to buy a home for a number of reasons. It’s a time when not too many buyers are in the market, which means that the demand is low. Owners of properties, homes and condos who have listed their homes for sale are generally more motivated towards the end of the year. This makes them amenable to price negotiations and an early closure. Statistically, homes are at an all-time low during the Christmas season.
Perhaps the over-riding consideration is that the first-time homebuyer’s credit is in force till May 1, 2010. There is no guarantee it will be available next Christmas. However homebuyers must remember this credit applies only to homes used as a taxpayer's principal residence.

Target homes for sale in San Jose

Dale Warfel an experienced realtor in the San Jose area, recommends a Christmas purchase. The key is to check out in advance what homes are listed and close in on a quick deal on the slump season, between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. Talk to Dale Warfel to take advantage of the seasonal low in home prices. His technical knowledge combined with excellent negotiation skills makes him the right real estate agent for a home in the Bay Area. Check out his listings at www.dalewarfel.com for homes in Campbell, Coyote, Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Monte Sereno, Midtown, Willow Glen and Almaden Valley.

Homes in a good locality

If you want to buy a property in a quiet locality, then you must definitely consider the option of buying a property in Willow Glen. Willow Glen is simply like a small town in the middle of San Jose. Its tree-lined main street, Lincoln Avenue, consists of many outdoor cafes, coffee shops, clothing boutiques, bookstores and home design shops. Willow Glen's neighborhood consists of many distinguished older homes and most of them are architecturally unique smaller homes. Many of these houses have tiled roofs in the Spanish-style with hardwood floors. Willow Glen features outstanding schools, a vital community life and proximity to Downtown San Jose, retail shopping areas and Silicon Valley workplaces.
If you have kids then you would be interested in buying a property in Willow Glen which will be near all the good schools. There are plenty of Public and Private schools in Willow Glen. Also there are good medical facilities and hospitals in Willow Glen. Realtor Dale Warfel has all important information about hospitals and schools in Willow Glen. He will definitely assist you in buying a real estate property in Willow Glen. Realtor Dale Warfel is a real estate agent in San Jose and he is into buying, selling and investing in real estate since 1997.

While buying a real estate property in Willow Glen do not forget to contact Realtor Dale Warfel. You can contact him at: 408.624.6202 or by email: dale@dalewarfel.com. You can also visit his website www.dalewarfel.com for more information.

A Real estate property in Willow Glen

Dreaming of a beautiful lavish home in San Jose? Then you better start searching for a real estate property in Willow Glen. Willow Glen is located in the neighborhood of San Jose, California. It is located southwest of Downtown San Jose, south of Midtown and Rose Garden neighborhoods, east of the West Valley neighborhoods, and north of the Cambrian Park neighborhood and the city of Campbell, California. Willow Glen is a district roughly 3 miles southwest of downtown San Jose. The traditional boundaries of Willow Glen are the Guadalupe River, Los Gatos Creek, and Coe and Curtner Avenues

Willow Glen appears like a small town in the middle of San Jose. Its own main street named as Lincoln Avenue is surrounded by tree-lined distinctive single family homes. These family homes are architecturally distinctive. Many of these homes are Spanish-style homes built in the 1920s and 1930s. Willow Glen remains a diverse community with Latino, Italian, Asian, Jewish and gay influences. It consists of a quiet, enjoyable and very livable Silicon Valley community. There are many homes for sale available at Willow Glen. Dale Warfel who works as a real estate agent in San Jose will definitely help you in acquiring a beautiful real estate property in Willow Glen. Just get in touch with Real estate agent Dale Warfel for all your requirements regarding buying and selling property in San Jose.

If you are looking at affordable homes for sale in Willow Glen then call real estate agent Dale Warfel at: 408.624.6202 or email him: dale@dalewarfel.com .You can also visit his website www.dalewarfel.com for the latest update on San Jose homes.

Do you need a Referral?

On several occasions, I have been asked by distressed homeowners about the choice between short sales, loan modification, bankruptcy and which option would be best for them. In cases such as this and providing the highest level of service to my clients, I defer to other professionals when it comes to making recommendations to my clients in these matters. Each of these options may have legal, tax, credit, financial and other consequences that are well beyond my scope and area of expertise. I do, however, know professionals who can counsel clients in these areas. If you know of a homeowner facing such a difficult decision, please give me a call with their contact information. I'll follow up with them and help them connect to professionals that specialize in these areas.

If you are in need of a referral, like a qualified service provider, chances are that I have someone in my database that can help. From a massage therapist to a CPA, from an insurance agent to a mortgage broker, I have an excellent list of resources. E-mail me at Dale@DaleWarfel.com and let me know how I can assist you.

Are you looking for a private, secure place to search for real estate? Would you like to know what's happening in your neighborhood? My MLS Advisor Service provides up to date information on listing activity in your area or in any Bay Area region you choose. Search for active listings, properties in escrow, price reductions and much more. Take a test drive!
Go to: http://www.DaleWarfel.com and click on MLS Search.


COMING SOON! Unique Mountain View Condo in 'The Waters' Condominium Complex
905 W. Middlefield Rd. Unit #971, Mountain View, CA 94043
2 Bedrooms. 2 Bathrooms / Approx. 998 Sq. Ft.

This ground floor condominium features upgrades appealing to a special buyer. The hall bathroom has been remodeled, with permits, into a huge 'roll-in' shower with extra wide doors in both bathrooms and the master bedroom designed to accommodate wheelchair bound persons. The master bathroom has been modified, removing the stall shower and providing more open floor space around the toilet and vanity. All of the floors are hard surface (Laminate Flooring or Tile) allowing for easier maneuvering. There is also a large deck that overlooks the community lake.

The list price of this home is TBD.


PRICE REDUCED! Beautiful Santa Clara Home near Rivermark
4660 Wilcox Avenue, Santa Clara
3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms / Approx. 1,473 Sq. Ft.

This beautiful 2 story home features gorgeous tile floors downstairs, an open kitchen with light wood cabinets, granite counters and plenty of storage, attached 2 car garages and is close to Cisco, Mission College, Rivermark. The low maintenance back yard is perfect for busy professionals who just want a place to relax after a long day at work.

Go to http://www.dalewarfel.com for more details.
This price of this home has been reduced to $567,600.


BACK ON THE MARKET! 4-Plex near Downtown San Jose
129 Duane Street, San Jose
- 4 units - Each unit is 1 Bed/1 Bath
Approx. 2,111 Sq. Ft.

This 4-plex has been updated with dual pane windows and central heating/air conditioning systems. All 4 units are 1 bed/1 bath units, these units are in a high demand area, and are very easy to keep rented, as they are only a few minutes drive from Downtown San Jose, SJSU, shopping and restaurants. There are detached laundry room services for all 4 units. Rental Income is over $3,800 per month! Tenants pay all utilities (electric, gas, and water).

Go to http://www.dalewarfel.com for more details.
The price on this property has been reduced to $450,000.


BACK ON THE MARKET! Tri-Plex near Downtown San Jose
125 Duane Street, San Jose
- 1 ea - 3 Bed/1 Bath units
- 2 ea - 2 Bed/1 Bath units
Approx. 2,368 Sq. Ft.
Thinking of owning some real estate property in a great location? Just minutes from downtown San Jose, there is an affordable 3 unit real estate property featuring a separate 3 bed/1 bath 'owners' unit and a separate duplex building in the back with two 2 bed/1 bath unit. These units have been updated with dual pane windows and newer central heating and air conditioning systems. Each unit has laundry hookups. This property needs some TLC, but with some sweat equity and some help from the trades, this property could be in tip top condition. Excellent cash flow - Over $3,800/month rent!! Great location near downtown San Jose, SJSU, Hwy 280, 101, 87, light rail, and more!
Go to http://dalewarfel.point2agent.com/SanJose for details.
The price on this property has been reduced to $440,000.


SALE PENDING! Willow Glen Town home with 2 Master Bedrooms
984 Goodacre Lane, San Jose
2 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms / Approx. 1,247 Sq. Ft.
This beautiful tri-level town home features separate living room with gas log fireplace, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, inside laundry, 2 master bedrooms, and a full 2 car garage with extra storage. This home is located with convenient access to Hwy 85, 87, and Almaden and Expressway Expressways.
Go to http://www.dalewarfel.com/for details.
This home is listed at $459,000.



SALE PENDING! Tri-Plex 2 Blocks from SJSU
112 N 9th Street, San Jose
- 1 ea - 2 Bed/1 Bath units
- 2 ea - 1 Bed/1 Bath units
Approx. 1,700 Sq. Ft.
Who says lightning doesn't strike three times! This wonderful, fully occupied triplex provides good cash flow and the potential to have positive cash flow with a reasonable down payment. This property features individual 1 car garages (deep enough to park two small cars in tandem!) for each unit. The kitchen in the two bedroom unit was remodeled with new cabinets and counters last year, and the roof is only 3 years old.
Go to http://dalewarfel.point2agent.com/SanJose for details.


SHORT SALE APPROVED! Willow Glen Single Family Home
2622 Meridian Ave., San Jose
3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms / Approx. 1,296 Sq. Ft.
This wonderful home features remodeled baths with new fixtures, tile floors and custom tile surrounds in the tub and shower enclosures. Gleaming hardwood floors adorn the living room and hallway. There are dual pane windows and a newer central heating system. The kitchen could use some updating, but offers plenty of counter space and storage, especially with the pantry. This home is priced to sell.
Go to http://dalewarfel.point2agent.com/SanJose for more details.


SOLD! 2 Bed / 2 Bath Townhome near Downtown San Jose
2643 Senter Creek Court, San Jose, 95110
2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms / Approx. 1,146 Sq. Ft.
This home sold for $200,000.

Thank You:

Thank you to RW A., Yvonne T., Ted E., Steve M., Andre G., and Steven P. for your referrals.






Market Update

Home sales increased, year-over-year, by 59.1% in January. This is the seventh month in a row that homes sales have been up, compared to the year before. The 59.1% was also the largest increase in the past seven months.

Sales continue to be concentrated in the lower-priced cities such as San Jose where year-over-year sales were up 108.2%, and Gilroy where sales were up 269.2%.

The median price for single-family, re-sale homes dropped 12.4% from December, and was off 39.6% year-over-year. The average price fell 13.7%, month-over-month, and was down 43.5% compared to January 2008.

There was some good news with inventory, which was down 19.4% year-over-year.

The sales price to list price ratio fell 0.07 of a point to 97.21%.

Condo sales were down 29.3% from December, but managed to eke out a 2.8% increase compared to last January.

The median price for condos was also down sharply last month, dropping 12.7% from December, and it was off 43.7% compared to last January. The average price fell 15.1%, month-over-month, and was down 40.7% compared to January 2008.

Condo inventory was down 14.5% year-over-year.

The real estate market is very hard to generalize. It is a market made up of many micro markets. For complete information on a particular neighborhood or property, call me.







Market Snapshot - Santa Clara County


Single Family Homes
Inventory Closed Sales % LP Rec'd Avg. Price Avg. DOM New Listings
Jan-09 4,787 570 97.21 $561,711 65 1,590
Dec-08 4,636 677 97.28 $657,842 57 1,059
Nov-08 5,290 618 97.43 $637,593 59 1,282
Oct-08 5,783 816 97.82 $687,857 50 1,871
Sep-08 5,772 902 97.69 $750,359 54 1,889
Jun-08 6076 927 98.28 $922,149 50 1,977
Mar-08 5,522 583 98.94 $984,325 55 2,051
Dec-07 4,163 490 98.16 $998,788 54 946
Sep-07 4,875 506 99.83 $1,079,868 36 1,730
Jun-07 4,465 979 100.20 $1,065,282 40 1,984
Mar-07 3,345 890 99.73 $1,065,798 57 1,888
Dec-06 2,349 825 98.30 $903,208 59 562
Sep-06 3,926 887 99.00 $922,195 50 2,006
Jun-06 3,793 1,192 100.17 $989,891 35 2,491
Dec-05 1,958 970 98.98 $881,718 41 705
Jun-05 2,654 1,623 100.95 $926,348 17 1,743

Condos / Town homes
Inventory Closed Sales % LP Rec'd Avg. Price Avg. DOM New Listings
Jan-09 1,737 147 96.97 $312,851 72 565
Dec-08 1,647 208 96.49 $368,525 61 385
Nov-08 1,791 185 97.71 $365,676 59 436
Oct-08 1,921 272 98.36 $412,242 57 573
Sep-08 1,948 266 97.54 $425,590 55 617
Jun-08 2,008 242 99.04 $521,677 46 660
Mar-08 1,808 196 98.37 $569,869 53 625
Dec-07 1,384 188 97.77 $533,120 51 321
Sep-07 1,752 184 99.36 $558,182 42 598
Jun-07 1,604 415 100.00 $574,099 36 742
Mar-07 1,202 416 100.00 $559,760 61 739
Dec-06 948 343 99.07 $522,741 53 214
Sep-06 1,525 387 99.43 $523,614 44 773
Jun-06 1,291 479 100.50 $522,932 34 953
Dec-05 707 423 100.25 $514,549 36 312
Jun-05 760 673 103.79 $506,697 14 683

For your requirements in buying or selling properties in San Jose, especially in the communities of Almaden Valley and Willow Glen, contact me via email at: Dale@DaleWarfel.com or on the phone: 408.624.6202

Invest in the perfect home

One of my professional goals for 2009, which carries over from 2008, is to implement the "Home from Work" program at some local companies. The Home from Work program is sponsored by the California Association of Realtors, and is used as a corporate benefit for employees ht the companies who implement it. This program may include any or all of the following services: Free Homebuyer Workshops, Low Cost 1-on-1 Credit Counseling, and Financial Assistance for Homebuyers. I am interested in targeting companies that employ anywhere from 50 - 1000 employees locally. The ideal contact person is either the CEO, President, or Director of Human Resources. If you have that type of a contact and would be willing to introduce me to those persons, please let me know. I will give you all the details on this unique benefits program.

If you need a referral for a qualified service provider, chances are that I have someone in my database that can help. From a sign maker to a business consultant, from a residential and commercial cleaning company to an estate planning attorney, I have an excellent list of resources. E-mail me at http://www.dalewarfel.com/ and let me know how I can assist you. Are you looking for a private, secure place to search for real estate? Would you like to know what's happening in your neighborhood? My MLS Advisor Service provides up to date information on listing activity in your area or in any Bay Area region you choose. Search for active listings, properties in escrow, price reductions, and much more. Take a test drive! Go to: www.DaleWarfel.com and click on the Search the MLS.

COMING SOON! - Beautiful Santa Clara Home near Rivermark
4660 Wilcox Avenue, Santa Clara
3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms / Approx. 1,473 Sq. Ft.

This beautiful 2 story home features gorgeous tile floors downstairs, an open kitchen with light wood cabinets and plenty of storage, a low maintenance yard, and is close to Cisco, Mission College, Rivermark and more. This home is scheduled to go on the market on January 2, 2009.
This home will be listed at $645,000.

SALE PENDING! - Tri-Plex 2 Blocks from SJSU
112 N 9th Street, San Jose
- 1 ea - 2 Bed/1 Bath unit
- 2 ea - 1 Bed/1 Bath units
Approx. 1,700 Sq. Ft.

Who says lightning doesn't strike three times! This wonderful, fully occupied triplex provides good cash flow and the potential to have positive cash flow with a reasonable down payment. This property features individual 1 car garages (deep enough to park two small cars in tandem!) for each unit. The kitchen in the two bedroom unit was remodeled with new cabinets and counters last year, and the roof is only 3 years old.


SALE PENDING! - Fantastic Value!! 2 Bed/2 Bath Townhome Near Downtown San Jose
2643 Senter Creek Court, San Jose
2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms / Approx. 1,146 Sq. Ft.

Tell all your friends...there are affordable homes in San Jose!! This cute and affordable 2 Bed/2 Bath Townhome features an Attached Garage. The Kitchen Appliances and Water Heater are all less than 2 yrs old. Private Patio off Dining Area. Spacious Bedrooms feature Cathedral Ceilings. Community features a beautiful pool and lots of trees. Excellent location, great for commuting, close to Downtown San Jose, new "The Plant" Shopping Center, and San Jose State University. Low HOA dues ($220/mo).

Go to http://dalewarfel.point2agent.com/San_Jose/California/Homes/San_Jose/South_San_Jose/Agent/Listing_1913657.html for details.


SALE PENDING! - 4-Plex Near Downtown San Jose
129 Duane Street, San Jose
- 4 ea - 1 Bed/1 Bath units
Approx. 2,111 Sq. Ft.

This 4-plex has been updated with dual pane windows and central heating/air conditioning systems. All 4 units are 1 bed/1 bath units, these units are in a high demand area, and are very easy to keep rented, as they are only a few minutes drive from Downtown San Jose, SJSU, shopping and restaurants. Detached laundry room services all 4 units. Rental Income is over $3,800 per month! Tenants pay all utilities (electric, gas, and water).

Go to http://dalewarfel.point2agent.com/San_Jose/California/Homes/San_Jose/Central/Agent/Listing_1739215.html for more details.


SALE PENDING! - Tri-Plex Near Downtown San Jose
125 Duane Street, San Jose
- 1 ea - 3 Bed/1 Bath unit
- 2 ea - 2 Bed/1 Bath units
Approx. 2,368 Sq. Ft.

Thinking of owning some investment property in a great location? Located just minutes from downtown San Jose, this affordable 3-unit property is fully rented and ready for a new owner. This property features a separate 3 bed / 1 bath "owners" unit and a separate duplex building in the back with two 2 bed/ 1 bath units. These units have been updated with dual pane windows and newer central heating and air conditioning systems. Each unit has laundry hookups. This property needs some TLC, but with some sweat equity and some help from the trades, this property could be in tip top condition. Excellent cash flow -- Over $3,800/month rent!! Great location near downtown San Jose, SJSU, Hwy 280, 101, 87, light rail, and more!

Go to http://dalewarfel.point2agent.com/San_Jose/California/Homes/Central_San_Jose/Central/Agent/Listing_1739103.html for details.



SALE PENDING! - Willow Glen Single Family Home
2622 Meridian Ave., San Jose
3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms / Approx. 1,296 Sq. Ft.

This wonderful home features remodeled baths with new fixtures, tile floors and custom tile surrounds in the tub and shower enclosures. Gleaming hardwood floors adorn the living room and hallway. Dual pane windows and a newer central heating system. The kitchen could use some updating, but offers plenty of counter space and storage, especially with the pantry. This home is priced to sell.

Go to http://dalewarfel.point2agent.com/San_Jose/California/Homes/Willow_Glen/Willow_Glen/Agent/Listing_1809440.html for more details


Market Update

Sales of single-family, re-sale homes in Santa Clara County were up 24.4% in November compared to last year. Month-over-month, sales fell 23.9%. Sales continue to be concentrated in the lower-priced cities such as San Jose where year-over-year sales were up 72.7%, and Gilroy where sales were up 163.2%. Year-to-date, home sales are off 3.6%. Home prices continue to be affected by the bank-owned property that has flooded the market. The median price continued to slide, down 6.9% from October, and off 40% year-over-year. Inventory dropped 9% from October, down 4.6% compared to November 2007. The decline in home sales from the month before combined with the rise in inventory sent the Days of Inventory indicator up 59 days to 216 days. The sales price to list price ratio dropped 0.4 of a point to 97.4%. Condo sales fell 32% from October, down 19.6% year-over-year. The median price for condos fell 17.1% month-over-month, and was off 41.2% compared to last November.

Willow Glen

Are you planning to lead a luxurious life in San Jose? Looking for a perfect home in Willow Glen? Willow Glen is today the only part of San Jose which is like a small town with its own main street and surrounded by tree-lined neighborhoods of architecturally distinctive single family homes. Willow Glen is a district roughly 3 miles southwest of downtown San Jose. The traditional boundaries of Willow Glen are the Guadalupe River, Los Gatos Creek, and Coe and Curtner Avenues, though many adjacent areas are usually included today. Worried about how to buy or sell a home?
Not to worry!! Realtor Dale Warfel is a real estate consultant in San Jose. He is an expert in real estate and assists people in every transaction with his presentation and negotiation skills.
Willow Glen is a small town in the middle of San Jose. The landmarks in Willow Glen are its tree-lined main street, Lincoln Avenue, is populated by outdoor cafes, coffee shops, clothing boutiques, bookstores and home design shops. Willow Glen's neighborhoods feature many distinguished older homes and architecturally unique smaller homes, many of them tiled roof Spanish-style houses with hardwood floors that have been immaculately restored by their owners. Willow Glen features outstanding schools and you find good hospitals in willow Glen.

Worried about finding a good school? Willow Glen has excellent schools and has access to good medical facilities which are other important factors that influence decision making when one wants to purchase a property. Dale Warfel, real estate consultant in San Jose is well informed about hospitals in Willow Glen, and would be the best person to turn to, if you’re looking to buy properties in this city. Call him at: 408.624.6202 or email him: dale@dalewarfel.com for more information.

The perfect Home

Are you looking for a modern and sophisticated home in Willow Glen? Once an incorporated city in its own right, Willow Glen is a charming neighborhood of San Jose. It is bordered by the Guadalupe River and the Los Gatos Creek with its numerous amounts of willow trees. Homes for sale in Willow Glen have a unique and distinguished style, to suit the taste of the Spanish and Latino communities. Realtor Dale Warfel can find the ideal home in Willow Glen for new families where virtually every home is unique and beautiful, with small town curb appeal. The value of homes has increased by 12%, so ask Realtor Dale Warfel for the best rate when you’re putting your home up for sale in Willow Glen area.


Dale Warfel has been a resident of Silicon Valley for many years and is very experienced in buying and selling homes in that area. He is open to ideas and suggestions and his relentless dedication to accommodate personal requirements into every home is his most distinctive advantage. So if you have a home for sale in Willow Glen or you are looking for a home for sale in Willow Glen then, Dale Warfel will be your best choice as he will be able to find you that perfect home or get you the best price for your home. This is the best area to start your family life with great neighbors and excellent schools for your children.


If you are looking for homes for sale in Willow Glen or the surrounding areas in Silicon Valley, call Dale Warfel at 408.624.6202 or email him at dale@dalewarfel.com. You can also visit his website www.dalewarfel.com for more information on property listings and the right market value.

Fun facts about real estate

The city of Irvine was adjudged the 4th best place to live in America by the popular magazine, CNN Money. The ranking was brought out based on a survey that judged cities across America on parameters such as financial opportunities, housing, education, recreational facilities, health, and climate. For clean air, Novato, CA, tops the list, with 100% pollution-free air, as per standards laid down by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Another fun fact is that Santa Clara County, commonly referred to as the Silicon Valley, is placed 16th in the list of areas with the lowest average BMI.

The history of Irvine is simple. The Wikipedia article on Irvine, California states that as of December 28, 1971, “Irvine is an incorporated city in Orange County, California, United States. It is a planned city, mainly developed by the Irvine Company since the 1960s.” This year, the Federal Bureau of Investigation released numbers that show that the city of Irvine has the lowest crime rate, among all cities over the United States. This must have worked heavily in its favour during the ranking.

Still not convinced about buying real estate in California? Talk to Dale Warfel today. An experienced realtor with Keller Williams Realty, Dale Warfel has expertise in the areas of Cupertino, Saratoga, Morgan Hill, Almaden Valley, Willow Glen, Monte Sereno, Rose Garden, Silver Creek, and Blossom Valley, among others in the Santa Clara Valley, California. His technical background and excellent communication skills make him the right choice for a trustworthy real estate agent. So if you are looking for homes for sale in the communities surrounding the Silicon Valley call him at 408 624 6202 to make an appointment.

Hunting for a house

The town of Cupertino in California, more aptly referred to, as Cupertino Union School District, for its famed high quality of school education, is located in west Santa Clara, with portions extending into the Santa Cruz Mountains. The suburban city is well known for its quality elementary and high schools, and is one of the most sought after localities in the Santa Clara Valley, for parents looking to provide a broad educational base for their children.

The Cupertino area has a history of producing high-achieving students, and also has a good set of elementary and high schools. For example, as per California API test scores, Faria Elementary School is the best elementary public school in the state of California, and Kennedy Middle School is ranked third in the state. Furthermore, Monta Vista High School is ranked 23rd out of all the public schools in the country.

Every parent is committed to providing his or her children with the best educational opportunities available, and it is no less with you. Talk to Dale Warfel, a realtor in San Jose today and find out about your chances of finding a home in this much sought after area. Cupertino is one of the best education districts in the country, but if you are unable to find a place there, do not be disheartened, the Santa Clara schools in general, are of a high standard. The other localities that Dale Warfel specialises in are Saratoga, Almaden Valley, Willow Glen, Cambrian Park, Campbell, Morgan Hill, and Monte Sereno. So if you are looking for homes for sale in the communities surrounding the Silicon Valley call him at 408 624 6202 to make an appointment.

Tourist attractions

A ghost town is one that as been abandoned because the economic activity that ensured its existence has failed, or due to man-made or natural disasters like war and epidemics. However, there are some ghost towns, which survive only due to tourist activity, like Oatman, Arizona. Still other ghost towns are tourist attractions, especially if some interesting feature of the town, like the architecture is preserved.

Other ghost towns may be overgrown, inaccessible and dangerous or illegal to visit. One such ghost town is Holy City in California. In fact, the whole of California is dotted with such ghost towns. They are not in much demand today due to lack of opportunities, however they serve as a good security. But due to the tourist attraction investing in these ghost towns can be very profitable.

If interested in investing in real estate in such ghost towns in California, talk to Dale Warfel, a real estate consultant. His technical knowledge combined with his excellent negotiation skills makes him the right man regarding sale of homes in any place, especially in Campbell, Coyote, Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Monte Sereno, Midtown, Willow Glen, and Almaden Valley. So if you are looking for homes for sale in the communities surrounding the Silicon Valley call him at 408 624 6202 to make an appointment.

From the Ohlone to Silicon

The Ohlone were the first recorded residents of the Santa Clara Valley, and lived in Coyote Creek and Calaveras Creek, in 8000 BC. The European presence in California began with the arrival of famed English explorer, Sir Francis Drake, on July 17, 1579. Drake claimed the land for England and after his departure it took 200 years for settlers from any other European country to establish themselves. However, California was soon swarming with the Spanish and the Russians.

The county acquired its current name in 1777, when Father Junípero Serra came to California in order to establish a chain of Franciscan missions. He named the valley “Clare” or “Clara” meaning “clear”, and the land extended from present-day Palo Alto to Gilroy. San Jose was California's first town, founded by nine Spanish soldiers, five settlers and one cowboy, on orders from the Spanish viceroy of Mexico on November 29, 1777, and named after St. Joseph.

The Santa Clara Valley, more popularly known as the Silicon Valley, has since grown from the small township it was in 1777, to the massive, industrialised tract of land it is today. If you are interested in acquiring real estate in Silicon Valley, contact Dale Warfel. A consultant with Keller Williams Realty, Warfel has technical expertise in real estate and homes for sale in Almaden Valley, Morgan Hill, Cambrian Park, Midtown, Blossom Valley, Monte Sereno, Rose Garden, and Willow Glen, among others. So if you are looking for homes for sale in the communities surrounding the Silicon Valley call him at 408 624 6202 to make an appointment.

San Jose adventure sports

The Bay Area of San Jose is famous for a number of parks and hiking trails which dot the Santa Clara County, and cover over 25,000 acres of beautiful woodland. The indigenous vegetation includes deciduous and evergreen trees like oak and redwood, while in spring, wild flowers in myriad colours thrive amongst the rich green grass.
Some popular treks are Almaden Quicksilver County Park, Alum Rock Regional Park, Calero County Park, Joseph D. Grant County Park, Santa Teresa Park, among others.

Most trails, especially in Willow Glen, boast of spectacular views of nearby lakes and cities, as well as a beautiful landscape inhabited by small forest animals. Local fauna consists of a variety of species of deer, bobcats, rabbits, quail and even the elusive mountain lion, while hawks, buzzards and turkeys populate the skies. The view and ambience of such treks makes the experience both enjoyable and rewarding for you.

If you are someone with a desire for adventure and physical exertion then the Bay Area, California is the place for you. Dale Warfel of Keller Williams Realty who is a real estate agent in San Jose, is an expert in the localities of the Silicon Valley, and offers valuable advice on real estate transactions in the Bay Area. He also specialises in homes for sale in the counties of Almaden Valley, Cambrian Park, Willow Glen, Midtown, Monte Sereno, Campbell, Rose Garden, Los Gatos and Morgan Hill. So if you are looking for homes for sale in the communities surrounding the Silicon Valley call him at 408 624 6202 to make an appointment.

Call Dale to get the best deals

Real estate dealings are processes that not only involve a lot of legal agreements but also include huge amounts of money. It is obvious that you would want to make maximum profit out of the house which you wish to sell. Here is a list of things that you should keep in mind before selling a house. It is important that buyers become aware that you are putting your property on sale. Hence effective advertising is important to spread the word. Try simple, but effective methods such as giving ads on television, newspapers and other paper attachments.

Billboards and notices also attract a lot of attention. Apart from these, advertising online is another great way to spread awareness. A good real estate agency would be able to guide you. Prepare your house, to make it look attractive to the buyers. Spend a few dollars to get a new coat of paint for your house. Scrub the floors clean and make the entire house look clean, neat and spacious. Also take care to fix minor problems such as squeaking staircases or loose door knobs. The more attractive your house is, the higher is its demand in the market. Consult a good real estate agent like Dale Warfel of Keller Williams Realty to fix the correct rate for your property.

Fixing a price much higher than what its value is can leave your house unsold for ages and fixing a price much lesser than what it deserves to get would result in a loss for you. As a Silicon Valley native, having lived, worked, shown, listed, and sold homes in practically every corner of Santa Clara County, Realtor Dale Warfel’s combination of area knowledge, technical background, and negotiation skills is an asset when looking for your dream home. Please feel free to browse through his site to explore the Santa Clara County communities of San Jose, Willow Glen, Almaden Valley, Blossom Valley, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Campbell, Cambrian, Cupertino, and Palo Alto. So call him at 408 624 6202 to make an appointment.

Small town of Willow Glen

Willow Glen is today the only part of San Jose that feels like a small town. It is roughly three miles southwest of downtown San Jose. It has a main street-Lincoln Avenue-surrounded by tree-lined neighborhoods of architecturally distinctive single family homes, many of them Spanish-style homes built in the 1920s and 1930s. This neighborhood gives you that wonderful ‘old town’ feel. Gentrification transformed Willow Glen in the 1990s, though it remains a diverse community with Latino, Italian, Asian and Jewish influences.

The ‘small town’ feel that one gets in Willow Glen is wonderful. It is a huge and relieving change from the big city. There is nothing inadequate in a small town, especially in Willow glen. You can enjoy the nice peaceful quiet lifestyle of Willow Glen. Its charming homes offer more than just a place to stay. Moreover, homes for sale at Willow Glen are more affordable than the properties for sale in Santa Clara County or the houses for sale in Cambrian. And if you are looking for Willow Glen homes for sale, the right man to approach is Dale Warfel.

Dale Warfel of Keller Williams Realty is a real estate agent in San Jose who specializes in homes for sale in Silicon Valley, which Willow Glen is a part of. His qualifications and experience will allow him to be of the best assistance in choosing an ideal home for sale and getting the home at the best possible price. You can search his listings and find some magnificent homes for sale in all parts of Santa Clara, not excluding Willow Glen.

Living in San Jose

Located in Santa Clara County of California, San Jose is also known as Capital of Silicon valley. It is a charming and quiet place to live, offering some very charming neighborhoods. The location and convenience of this city has attracted many suburban newcomers in new housing developments from the 1960s. Moreover, it has older homes and still gives that wonderful ‘small town feeling’. Whatever one expects, one can find one’s dream home in the town of San Jose Ca.

It is not very difficult to find your ideal home San Jose, with many 21st century homes and even rental homes available. One can choose from an array of locations, such as the wonderful Lincoln Avenue. Manufactured homes and mobile homes are in plenty. The real estate homes could be the pick of every property seeker. What more, the market for the sale of property is also good. Hence, an investment in the property of San Jose is a good one.

If you want a real estate agent or a real estate consultant for expert advice, or if you want a really good deal, there is no one better to approach than Realtor Dale Warfel is a real estate consultant who specializes in houses for sale in the Santa Clara county, which San Jose is a part of. A Silicon Valley native himself, you can get the best of advice on how to get the best of deals from Dale Warfel.

The Charming Santa Clara County

Santa Clara is a county located in the San Francisco bay area of California. Famous for its Silicon Valley, it also has some of the best property sites in California. In Santa Clara, you can find some fine residential areas with charming neighborhoods. These places make an investment in any kind of property worth while. Especially since the 1960s, property in Santa Clara is being preferred by many Californians.

You can find your ideal home in Santa Clara. You can choose from the communities of Cupertino, Saratoga, San Jose, Almaden Valley, Blossom Valley, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, Los Gatos, Willow Glen, Campbell, Cambrian, Milpitas, Alviso, Sunnyvale, Los Altos, and Palo Alto. There is plenty of choice here - you can choose from the more contemporary homes of Almaden valley, or the more affordable ones of Blossom valley. If you’re lost or if you need some advice which is really helpful, you can use the services of Dale Warfel of Keller Williams Reality.

Realtor Dale Warfel is a real estate agent and a Silicon Valley native and he specializes in the Santa Clara County. Having sold homes in almost every area of Santa Clara, Dale possesses all the knowledge of real estate in the County and can be the best advisor for those who want to buy or sell property in that area. On consulting Dale, one can get the maximum benefits and satisfaction out of the property deal. Dale has sold some of the best homes at the best prices.

What kind of property to buy?

So you want a place to live in and you want to make the right investment. This is important, not just because it’s going to be your home. The house must be the way you want it, otherwise you will not be completely satisfied. Moreover, the type of house, the area, location, price, etc. have to be taken into account.

There are a lot of different kinds of houses to choose from. One can go for a plain old apartment, or a more lavish piece of property, like a vacation home. Beach homes, seaside homes and ocean homes are in vogue. It could also be a rental home. Also, one’s purchasing power, i.e. the amount of cash one can spend, plays a huge role. But the right advice can be given by experts in the field of real estate. For example, you’re looking for the right home in Santa Clara county, California. For the right place, you can use the services of Dale Warfel of Keller Williams Reality.

Realtor Dale Warfel specializes in the Santa Clara county communities of San Jose, Almaden Valley, Campbell, Cambrian, Willow Glen and Los Gatos, all of which are ideal residential areas. You can get all the right information on how to choose the right property, negotiating with the other party and making a deal. Dale will also provide useful advice if you want to put your property on the market. After all, the property is one asset that never depreciates.

Garlic Capital of the World

Gilroy is also called the Garlic Capital of the World. This is because it is where the annual Garlic Festival is held in July. it has also earned the moniker Gateway to the Central Coast. It is a great place to live in, quiet and serene. It is situated close to Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz, the San Joaquin Valley, and the San Francisco Bay Area and is in a very central location. It has some great parks with an urban forest which has won many awards. The golf course and museums make it a very interesting place to stay in. Some of the most beautiful parks in the bay area are situated here. They are the Christmas Hill park, Las Animas Veterans Park and the San Ysidro Park. These parks have great trails. picnic/barbecue areas, jogging and hiking paths, horseshoe pits, play fields, softball/baseball fields, children's play areas ,open grass play area.

Gilroy also has the Gilroy Museum which is located in the historic 1910 Carnegie Library Building. The library was built with a $10,000 grant from Andrew Carnegie. It was designed by well-known California architect William H. Weeks. An interesting fact is that the museum stands on a former tennis court which was gifted by local benefactress Caroline A. Hoxett. It is a classic revival style building . Gilroy also has some great golf courses for golfing enthusiasts. Eagle Ridge Golf Club has 18 holes designed by Ron Fream and David Dale. They have incorporated the undulating land, the natural water features and the fantastic views. There are six sets of tee boxes which offer plenty of options, making the course range from 7,005 yards to 5,102 yards.

Dale Warfel of Keller Williams Realty, specializes in properties in this community and also in the surrounding areas of San Jose, Willow Glen, Almaden Valley, Blossom Valley, Morgan Hill, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Campbell, Cambrian, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Milpitas, Alviso, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Los Altos, and Palo Alto. If you’re looking to purchase properties in any of these areas contact realtor Dale Warfel and he will guide you very professionally and efficiently.