FRIDAY - ABOVE WATER

Great Blue Heron Flying Above Reflection In Water

Top 10 Markets by Equity Appreciation since 4th Quarter 2010. Hint, San Jose did well, which is a great segueway into four million more homeowners now 'above water' and housing affordability spiking this year. Another layer affecting affordability is the increase in interest rates as suggested by Janet Yellen in her first press conference. 


Some tips on how to get the best deal buying a new house and conversely, how to sell your home quickly. Obviously, it really depends on your situation, but sooner is better - enter action boldly.

Last week I referred to an overlooked area - the mudroom. Well, here's another overlooked area - the ceiling! Some ideabooks, with my favorites being:

Contemporary Living Room by Tel Aviv Architects & Designers Domb architects

Modern Dining Room by San Francisco Interior Designers & Decorators Lizette Marie Interior Design

Traditional Family Room by Hinsdale Home Builders Mark Hickman Homes

I'm curious: 

- What questions do you have about the home buying process?

- What about the home selling process?

PS Spring has sprung. If you're interested in enjoying your local surroundings and supporting your local farmers, here's a list of Santa Clara County Farmer's Markets.