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Wednesday, November 4th, 2009
11:25 am	Property Value Assessment Assessing the correct price for a property is the first step towards concluding a transaction for both buyer and seller. Some of the variables that go toward property price determination are as follows. One of the prime considerations is the neighborhood. The prices at which comparable properties have been bought and sold in the recent past are a useful yardstick. A neighborhood which is conveniently located and where the streets and houses are well maintained, commands premium prices. Schools in the area are another factor. A neighborhood with good, easily accessible schools, adds to the value. Facilities such as shopping and leisure activities are important. Suitably located shopping centers and facilities for recreation and entertainment are a big plus point. In this day of high crime, the crime rate of a locality plays a big role. A high crime rate is a deterrent which has a negative impact on property price in a neighborhood. City planning or zoning which projects the future plans of the neighborhood has an important bearing. If better amenities are on the drawing board for the near future, then this reflects on enhanced property value. The economic situation is a large determinant. In the current bleeding economy for example, property prices are depressed. However when the economy recovers it will reflect in rising property value. Overall, it is difficult to put a price on a property without the necessary expertise. This is where the services of a good, experienced realtor become invaluable. Dale Warfel is a real estate agent in the San Jose area. He has been in the business long enough to have the answers to all the foregoing variables. Whether you are buying or selling, Dale Warfel will give you a free assessment of the price of a San Jose property.   Do visit his website at www.dalewarfel.com. It contains invaluable information for buyers and sellers. Dale Warfel can be contacted at 408.583.3681. (Comment on this)
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
6:39 pm	Market Conditions dictate Your Offer Price Today’s depressed economic environment makes the real estate picture a ‘buyers market’. Many properties are put up for sale and may remain on the market for an extended period of time. Offers are sporadic and well below expectations. In some situations when the price of the property is commensurate with the market, a counter-offer is made that is well below a fair price. A property may remain unsold for a period that would force the owner to rethink the asking price. If the seller is determined and constrained to sell, even a low offer becomes a starting point to open negotiations.   Conversely when the economy is flourishing the real estate market becomes a ‘sellers market’. At this time a seller can start with a slightly inflated asking price as the basis of negotiation. The response is generally results in multiple offers. Sometimes when a buyer is determined, homes are known to be sold, above the asking price. Often a deal is struck within days of the property being listed.   Buying a home – an optimistic move   The recent global economic depression appears to have played itself out with an optimistic outlook for the months ahead. The present transition phase is the best time to consider a property investment. If you are thinking of buying a home in the San Jose area, either as an investment or as a residence, then Dale Warfel an experienced realtor will be of immeasurable assistance. Dale Warfel has been dealing in real estate in the Bay Area for over decade now and is fully conversant with property prices in all environments. He is a real estate agent who stands by his client till every last detail is complete. Do visit his website at www.dalewarfel.com to know more of the current list of San Jose properties. (Comment on this)
Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
12:35 pm	‘Go West Young Man’ ‘Go West young man, and grow up with the country’ were the stirring words penned in 1851 in an editorial for the ‘Terre Haute Express’. The exhortation served as a mantra to many an immigrant who blazed a trail west to the Pacific and made California the state it is today. It was one of the most exciting times in American history, a landmark phenomenon with opportunity and adventure for many young men of that time.   Head west to California   California was the state that attracted settlers like a magnet right from the days of the Gold Rush of 1848. They came in droves, not merely from America, but as far away as Australia, Europe and South America to make San Francisco a boomtown from a dusty little settlement. The trend continues but yesterday’s goldfields are today’s thriving hubs of technology, agriculture and entertainment.   The San Jose area is where many people choose to buy their homes. San Jose boasts some incredible neighborhoods, each with a charm of its own. Homes, with excellent surrounding facilities, are available to suit all budgets. Dale Warfel a long established realtor has been finding people homes in such flourishing neighborhoods like Blossom Valley, Willow Glen, Downtown San Jose and the Almaden Valley. As a local real estate agent, he is familiar with schools, colleges, hospitals, shopping facilities, transportation and all other aspects that a prospective homeowner would like to know about. Because Dale Warfel knows the area like the back of his hand, house hunting becomes that much easier.   Do contact Dale Warfel at 408.583.3681 or email him at Dale@DaleWarfel.com for a quick response. Meanwhile do peruse his website at dalewarfel.com to know what’s available in the list of San Jose homes. (Comment on this)
Monday, October 26th, 2009
7:42 am	Is the recession over? The global recession took its toll on the economy of the United States, as hard as it did in most parts of the world, or perhaps much harder. Pink slips flurried like confetti, heralding the loss of hundreds of thousands of jobs. Consumers stopped spending. Mortgage payments could not be met. Many homes were up for sale with no takers. Some homes were even abandoned. Like all other industries, real estate was badly hit. Prices touched rock bottom. It was almost a rerun of the Great Depression.   Judging by recent trends in many countries it would appear that the recession is climbing out of the valley. The upswing is yet to catch up in the US, but it will inevitably. Company executives wear hesitant smiles as they cautiously look to rehire. When that begins consumers will start spending again … cautiously at first, but spend they will. The economy, like a sleeping giant, will wake up again. And with it, so will real estate prices.   Now is the time to invest in a new home   If you had plans to invest in a home but had shelved the idea, now is the time to rethink that decision. Dale Warfel is a licensed realtor who covers the San Jose area. Dale has some wonderful properties in 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, listed on his website. You can view these at www.dalewarfel.com then give him a call at (408) 624-6202. Make a quick decision before real estate prices hit recovery mode. (Comment on this)
Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
10:15 am	Real estate properties in California Many people are making investments in property, especially in the San Jose area. The prevailing economic downturn and consequent plummeting of real-estate prices has come as a bonanza to such investors and also to many home buyers. But currently the depression appears to have bottomed out, which is a good time to buy real estate properties in California. If the financial soothsayers are right, then escalation in property prices is on the horizon.   There are many criteria to consider when making a property investment if the real estate venture is to be a success. After deciding on the amount available, the buyer must actively search for a property within the price range. This is where the skills of an experienced real estate professional become indispensable.   Why hire a real estate agent?   If the intention is investment in rental property, a realtor can point to areas that are popular with renters where tenants are easily found. Alternatively if profit is the objective then the realtor will identify properties in areas with a good resale value. A good real estate agent takes the researching out of the equation.   Dale Warfel is a licensed realtor who has been working in the San Jose area for over a decade. He understands the needs of his client and identifies properties with a fair and reasonable asking price, free of legal issues. Dale could be emailed at dale@dalewarfel.com, or you might like to visit his website at www.dalewarfel.com (Comment on this)
Monday, October 19th, 2009
9:26 am	Buy your home before the recession lifts Economy wizards predict the end of the recession. All indicators lead to a resurgence in the economy. As always, the real estate industry was one of the first to be affected. With an upswing in the economy, real estate prices which had touched a new low will slowly start to revive … then gain momentum. So if you have plans of buying a home, now is the time to shift gear.   Buying a home is an enormous decision entailing a number of legalities and a long-term financial commitment. Prospective home owners who will spend the good part of their lives in their new home cannot afford to make a mistake. They have to be certain of the area they have selected. Some examples: check out the facilities like schools, department stores, hospitals and churches; how accessible is the neighborhood? Satisfy yourself on these counts before making a decision.   Dale Warfel can help   Dale Warfel is an experienced real estate agent who has been working in the San Jose area. He knows the district intimately, having bought and sold real estate properties in Silicon Valley since 1997. Dale knows what’s right for his clients and takes them through the neighborhood facilities. He is on top of prevailing market prices and can assess the correct price of a property. Dale is a licensed realtor who guides his clients in all aspects of purchasing a home, right from mortgage stage, through the maze of legal formalities, till transfer of possession documentation. Check out some of the properties he has on offer on his website www.dalewarfel.com. (Comment on this)
Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
2:18 pm	Appraisal Fraud I recently met a prospective home buyer who was in a somewhat intriguing situation if it wasn’t so unfortunate. She was the process of buying a condo in Milpitas, Santa Clara County, Ca. and found to her shock and surprise, that the appraisal report was completely erroneous. Not only was the data wrong, but even the pictures of the home were incorrect. By strange coincidence however, the only accurate detail was the value of the condo which matched the sale price almost to a dollar. She contacted the builder/lender who apologized profusely and assured her the report was under correction. When nothing happened she called the appraiser who stated emphatically that he had received no such request for correction. Now she’s being strong-armed by the loan processors into signing an appraisal report delivery waiver form. She asked my advice.   ‘Put it behind you and go to a reputed realtor’   That was the advice I gave her along with Dale Warfel’s telephone number. Dale Warfel, a California licensed realtor, has been in the real estate business for over 12 years and knows San Jose properties like the street on which he lives. Dale’s website at www.dalewarfel.com is a mine of useful information, including the tricky little legal bits. Dale has a feel for what his clients want and makes sure his recommendations are clear and above board. What’s more he stands shoulder to shoulder with his client till delivery of documents.   My home buyer took my advice and filled in the form on Dale’s webpage http://dalewarfel.com/Nav.aspx/Page=/RealEstateTips/HomeBuying/Default.aspx. She is now happily closing in on another condo, in the same area. (Comment on this)
Monday, October 12th, 2009
8:55 am	Pricing a home for sale People sell homes for several reasons. When a decision is made, the property has to be priced. Pricing a home is a science by itself in which several factors play a role. An owner must know the prevailing prices in the neighborhood and make appropriate adjustments. The condition of the property is a major factor. A prospective buyer would like to know how much money has to be spent on any repairs or maintenance.   Overpricing a property has detrimental effects. Often this results in no takers, till the listing expires. The homeowner is forced to reduce the price by which time the property is gaining something of a reputation. Ultimately the owner might be forced to approach an agent – and there are many – who specialize in revaluating expired listings, often well below what they are worth.   Why Dale Warfel?   Dale Warfel is a licensed realtor who has been working in the San Jose area for over 12 years. He knows the territory intimately and the property trends in every neighborhood of every county. Sensitive to a seller’s mixed emotions, Dale is an agent who works to get his client the best possible price. What’s more, he gives you a market analysis of your home at no charge and without obligation. Just fill out the details on http://dalewarfel.com/Nav.aspx/Page=/About/Default.aspx . If you have a home for sale in the Bay Area, give Dale a call at 408 624-6202 or email him at Dale@DaleWarfel.com . (Comment on this)
Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
3:15 pm	Dale Warfel Earns REAL ESTATE WEBOGRAPHER™ Certification Dale Warfel has successfully completed the REAL ESTATE WEBOGRAPHER™ certification to join an elite group of real estate professionals who have earned the prestigious certification offered through the National Institute of Webographers, LLC (www.webographers.com).   Dale has successfully completed 12 short courses which include: Online Business Strategy, Agent Websites, Single-property Websites, Lead Generation and Management, Virtual Tours, CMA and AVM technology, Neighborhood Search, Online Transaction Management, Electronic Forms, Virtual Assistants, Mobile Technologies and Blogs. Read more...   Professional News: I just got back from a 2-day short sale training class in Rancho Cucamonga, where I completed studies for and earned the Pre-Foreclosure Specialist Certification (PSC). As the practice of listing and selling short sales is evolving rapidly, ongoing training is required to ensure that I will always offer the highest level of service and care to my clients. Topics included setting seller expectations, evaluating the probability of short sale success, working with loss mitigation, short sale ramifications, effective short sale negotiating strategies, short sale best practices, and more. If you have a friend, co-worker, or family member that purchased their house in 2005 or 2006 with little or no money down, it is possible that they may be at risk of foreclosure. I would be happy to talk with them and discuss alternatives to foreclosure. Please call or e-mail me with their name and best number to reach them. I'll be sure to take great care of them. Do You Need A Referral? If you are needing a referral for a qualified service provider, chances are that I have someone in my database that can help. From a printer to a sign maker, from a landscape contractor to a hair stylist, I have an excellent list of resources. E-mail me at Dale@DaleWarfel.com and let me know how I can assist you. Looking for a Home? (or What’s Happening in My Neighborhood?) 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 MLS Search.   PENDING SALE! 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 garage, and is close to Cisco, Mission College, Rivermark and more. 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://dalewarfel.com/ for more details. This home is listed at $525,000. PENDING SALE! 4 Years New Penthouse Condo in Rivermark (Santa Clara) 3901 Lick Mill Blvd., Unit 443 1 Bedrooms / 1 Bathrooms / Approx. 908 Sq. Ft. Gorgeous Penthouse Unit with soaring Cathedral Ceilings in Living Room. This spacious 1 bed/1 bath unit is like new. The sellers added a double door entry to the dining room, so it could also be used as an private office or 2nd bedroom. Enjoy the living room fireplace, functional kitchen with a gas range, granite counters and stainless appliances, west facing deck, and panoramic views! This beautiful home is located in the Miraval community, which offers many amenities including a pool and spa, workout room, theater, and more! Priced to sell, this unit won't last. Go to http://dalewarfel.com/ for more details. This home is listed at $330,000.     SOLD! 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. Go to http://dalewarfel.com/ for more details. This property sold for $380,000. Thank You: Thank you to Michael C. and Paul H. for your referrals.   Market Update The median price for single-family, re-sale homes rose 8.1% in July compared to June, and it is now at its highest level since last September. Year-over-year, the median price was off 15.6% The average price gained 3.7%, month-over-month. It has risen eight months in a row. Year-over-year, the average price was off 18%. Home sales increased, year-over-year, by 25% in July. This is the thirteenth month in a row homes sales have been up compared to the year before. Year-to-date, home sales are up 25.3%. Inventory continued falling in July, and it is now off 57.8% year-over-year. Pending sales, which is a leading indicator, was up 30.2% compared to last July. The sales price to list price ratio for homes rose 0.22 of a point to 97.83%. Condo sales rose 4.8% from June, and were up 16.9% year-over-year. The median price for condos fell 4.4% from June, and it was off 29.3% compared to last July. The average price fell 3.9%, month-over-month, and was down 26.2% compared to July 2008. Condo inventory was down 59.1% year-over-year, while pending sales were up 42.9%. The sales price to list price ratio for condos rose .62% to 98.53%.   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. (Comment on this)
Sunday, October 4th, 2009
9:08 pm	Legal aspects of foreclosed properties in California In the current economic depression, many foreclosed properties are up for sale. While this unfortunate scenario has caused considerable heartbreak, it has been a boon to many prospective home buyers who are fortunate enough to be able to make a purchase in the current scenario. Additionally, it is also an opportunity to those wishing to make a property investment in California. Banks and other lenders often find it advantageous to cut their losses by selling a foreclosed property at heavily discounted prices to recover their investment.   California is a title theory state where a loan is secured by a mortgage or deed of trust until the underlying loan is paid in full. California is a consumer friendly state where the rules governing foreclosures are often complex. A non-judicial foreclosure, which does not involve court action, is normally the primary method adopted. Usually in California it takes a minimum of 120 days to effect an uncontested non-judicial foreclosure.   Foreclosure purchases in the San Jose Area   To purchase a foreclosed property either as a future home or investment it is advisable to retain the services of a reliable and dynamic realtor who knows the territory and the complex foreclosed property legalities. Dale Warfel is a licensed realtor who has been working in the Bay Area for over a decade. He constantly updates himself with the increasing list of foreclosed properties and is conversant with the legal process. Dale can advise his clients of the property’s condition and has a realistic price to offer when bidding at a sight-unseen auction. You can reference Dale’s free multiple listing service for updated details of bank-owned homes for sale in San Jose, distressed properties and foreclosed homes. Further details are available on his webpage http://dalewarfel.com/Nav.aspx/Page=/PageManager/Default.aspx/PageID%3d2120216 or you can email him at dale@dalewarfel.com . (Comment on this)
Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
10:03 am	Dale Warfel, Licensed Bay Area Realtor Dale Warfel, a native of Silicon Valley, proudly states that he has bought and sold real estate in every nook and cranny in Santa Clara County. He has an in-depth knowledge of the area with a sound technical background and negotiating skills, all the requisites needed to be a reliable real estate agent. If you have a home to sell or are thinking of investing in a home in Santa Clara County then call Dale at 408-324-6202 and he’ll be happy to take you through what’s on offer and the going rates.   Santa Clara County   Los Altos is a great little town close to the coastal foothills, at the southern end of the San Francisco Peninsula which strives to maintain a semi-rural ambience. With a population of 30000, Los Altos’s claim to fame is that it is one of the wealthiest places in the United States. Los Altos has an area of 6.5 square miles and is renowned for its exclusive private schools. The town is also sports-oriented especially in soccer, baseball and basketball. The average lot size of residential properties is a quarter of an acre. Los Altos boasts of a scientifically designed sound baffle that reduces sound levels from 7 to 10 decibels. The town is conveniently located and close to Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto and Mountain View.   Los Altos has a number of beautiful homes for sale in a wide price range. If you are contemplating a home in this attractive town, or selling one, fill in your requirements on his web page at http://dalewarfel.point2agent.com/Contact_Me/page_612919.html. Dale will revert back to you promptly with homes in your price range and give you proper information needed to make the final decision. (Comment on this)
Tuesday, September 29th, 2009
7:48 am	Dale Warfel, a realtor with a difference Dale Warfel’s beat is the San Jose area where he deals in every aspect of real estate from rentals to buying and selling to foreclosure properties. In his portfolio, he has condos to million dollar luxury homes. Dale Warfel has been working in this vast locale for over ten years now and knows it like his own backyard. He and his team have their ears to the ground and are in the know of properties often long before they are actually put up for sale. Being on the ball, he has stolen a march over the competition which makes him a realtor with a difference. Dale holds a valid license and is a successful realtor in the state of California. If you are in the market for a home in San Jose or you’re selling, then Dale Warfel is the man to contact for the best possible deal.   Los Gatos, Santa Clara County   Nestled in the southwest corner of San Jose in the San Francisco Bay area at the Santa Cruz Mountains is Los Gatos. It is one of the finest upscale areas to buy a home. The homes here range from century-old, million-dollar cottages to multi-million dollar custom homes. Los Gatos is known for its boutique shops, fine dining restaurants and antique shopping. The area boasts of having several public schools and eight private schools of all denominations.   So if you’d like to buy a home in Los Gatos, call realtor Dale Warfel on 408-624-6202 or check out what he has on offer on his website http://dalewarfel.com (Comment on this)
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
7:36 pm	The Evergreen area of San Jose As the name suggests, the evergreen area of San Jose is full of natural beauty and the climate here is very pleasant. The Evergreen area has its borders marked by East Valley, South San Jose, Blossom Valley and Santa Teresa areas, to the north, west, and south and by the East Foothills. This calm and quiet area contains the famous Silver Creek Country Club which is a recreation place for all. It also has ‘The Villages Golf and Country Club’ for seniors. It contains the renowned Evergreen Valley College. The Evergreen area is a calm and quiet place in the vicinity of all modern facilities. All urban facilities like good transportation system, good educational facilities, markets and food joints are present here.  Hence this place is popular among investors who wish to invest in a real estate property in San Jose. If you are looking for a real estate property in San Jose, there are affordable homes suitable for first time home buyers as well as the filthy rich, for estates worth millions of dollars are also available here. Get in touch with Realtor Dale Warfel Realtor Dale Warfel is a well known real estate agent in Santa Clara County since 2004. He specializes in Santa Clara County and the surrounding communities in California. He is a Licensed Real Estate Agent for the State of California who offers his clients the maximum level of care while carrying out transactions for buying and selling homes. If you are looking for homes for sale in San Jose contact Dale at: 408.624.6202 or email him: dale@dalewarfel.com or visit his website www.dalewarfel.com for more information. (Comment on this)
Sunday, September 20th, 2009
8:44 pm	Real estate investment in the USA Real Estate investments in the USA are increasing day by day.  The FDI (foreign direct investment) in the U.S real estate market is continuously increasing. Cities situated close to the coastline are preferred by Asian and European Foreign investors. This has opened many new avenues and opportunities for all professionals working in the real estate field such as home builders, Interior designers, architects, realtors etc. Communities in California for instance, have great opportunities to invest in homes, condominiums and luxurious properties. Hence real estate properties in San Jose are in high demand. Rely on Dale Warfel for a good investment opportunity Dale Warfel has been working as a real estate agent in San Jose for more than 10 years. He has acquired a real estate agent’s license for the state of California and is aware of the growing trends in the real estate market. His guidance will be extremely helpful in selecting homes for sale in San Jose. He will also help you to acquire various finances and mortgage loans. If you are looking for information on homes for sale in San Jose contact Dale at 408.624.6202. You can also visit his website www.dalewarfel.com  or email him at dale@dalewarfel.com for more information. (Comment on this)
Tuesday, September 15th, 2009
2:41 pm	Major hindrance in home selling Many times it is observed that even after listing the house several times, you receive less response from the prospective buyers. Especially when you find that homes with similar features are getting sold in the market, your worries are further increased. As per experts there could be two major hindrances in selling your home.  First problem is the` price of your home’. If your home is priced too high then it is possible that you may receive less or almost no response from the home buyers. Hence study the market conditions and try to find out at what price the houses in your area were sold for earlier. Your sale price should not exceed that given price quote. The second obstacle is `the condition of your home’.  Home buyers generally look for homes which are in excellent condition. If there is any problem with the physical look of your home, it will never attract buyers.  Hence you should see to it that your house is presentable from the inside as well as on the outside before showing it to any home buyer. The garden or open space should be well maintained. Thus home price and home condition are the two major hindrances in home selling. Contact Dale Warfel for selling your home Realtor Dale Warfel is into buying and selling San Jose homes for more than 10 years.  He is knowledgeable and well informed on current market trends in the real estate field. You can consult him for getting the best price for your home.   Realtor Dale Warfel can be contacted at 408.624.6202 or by email at: dale@dalewarfel.com or you can visit his website www.dalewarfel.com for more information on available San Jose homes. (Comment on this)
Sunday, September 13th, 2009
7:18 pm	West San Jose San Jose is a beautiful area and a great place to reside. The area is very large and there are many great neighborhoods. Thus there are a lot of options to select an ideal place to live from available San Jose homes. One of these areas is West San Jose. The West San Jose area is surrounded by Campbell, Willow Glen, Santa Clara, Cupertino, and Saratoga. West San Jose contains excellent school district areas located in Campbell and Moreland. This feature makes this area popular among families having kids. It also contains urban facilities like a lot of shopping complexes, restaurants, beautiful parks, cinema halls etc. The area boasts of a network of highways and expressways (Lawrence and San Tomas Expressways and Highways no. 17, 280 and 85) for easy commutation. Thus more and more people are looking for homes for sale in San Jose. You need to get in touch with a renowned real estate agent in San Jose to help you purchase your dream home. Consult Dale Warfel to buy your dream home Dale Warfel works as a real estate agent in San Jose. He is a Licensed Real Estate Agent in the State of California and has worked as Instructor / Mentor for Keller Williams Realty – Gateway. His sound technical background and excellent communication skills will help you a lot while looking for homes for sale in San Jose. You can call Dale Warfel at: 408.624.6202 or email him: dale@dalewarfel.com or visit his website www.dalewarfel.com for more information on the hot list of available San Jose homes. (Comment on this)
Wednesday, September 9th, 2009
7:48 am	Looking for a Home? (or What’s Happening in My Neighborhood?) 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 MLS Search.   PENDING SALE! 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. Go to http://dalewarfel.com/ for more details. This property is listed at $439,000. PENDING SALE! 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 garage, and is close to Cisco, Mission College, Rivermark and more. 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://dalewarfel.com/ for more details. This home is listed at $525,000. PENDING SALE! 4 Years New Penthouse Condo in Rivermark (Santa Clara) 3901 Lick Mill Blvd., Unit 443 1 Bedrooms / 1 Bathrooms / Approx. 908 Sq. Ft. Gorgeous Penthouse Unit with soaring Cathedral Ceilings in Living Room. This spacious 1 bed/1 bath unit is like new. The sellers added a double door entry to the dining room, so it could also be used as an private office or 2nd bedroom. Enjoy the living room fireplace, functional kitchen with a gas range, granite counters and stainless appliances, west facing deck, and panoramic views! This beautiful home is located in the Miraval community, which offers many amenities including a pool and spa, workout room, theater, and more! Priced to sell, this unit won't last. Go to http://dalewarfel.com/ for details. This home is listed at $330,000.   Market Update Home sales increased, year-over-year, by 21.5% in June. This is the twelfth month in a row homes sales have been up compared to the year before. The 1,189 homes sold were the most since June 2006 when 1,192 homes were sold also. Year-to-date, home sales are up 25.4%. The median price for single-family, re-sale homes jumped back over $500,000 for the first time since last December, gaining 12.1% in June from May. Year-over-year, the median price was off 24.5% The average price gained 6.5%, month-over-month, but was off 24.1% compared to June 2008. Inventory dropped to its lowest level since January 2007. It was down 56% year-over-year. Pending sales, which is a leading indicator, was up 32.2% compared to last June. The sales price to list price ratio for homes rose 0.15 of a point to 97.61%. Condo sales rose 13.4% from May, and were up 33.3% year-over-year. The median price for condos rose 12.7% from May, but it was off 23.2% compared to last June. The average price gained 7.4%, month-over-month, but was down 26.2% compared to June 2008. Condo inventory was down 55.7% year-over-year, while pending sales were up 28.2%. The sales price to list price ratio for condos rose almost 0.8 of a point to 97.9%.     Professional News: Our office has had record activity over the past 2 months, in numbers of listings, and written sales contracts. We are starting to see multiple offers on many of the lower priced properties. Short sales are getting more attention from buyers as buyers seem to be getting the fact that those properties offer some of the best opportunities to save money on the purchase. The press is starting to report the changes in the market, which is adding to the positive attitude about the market. With interest rates being as low as they are, buyers should seriously consider the possibility of making their move now rather than waiting. OUR OFFICE IS STILL HIRING! Keller Williams Realty offers a unique opportunity for new and experienced agents to achieve success both professionally and financially through their generous compensation program and educational opportunities. If you or someone you know is contemplating a full-time or part-time career in real estate, please let me know. I would enjoy talking with them about Keller Williams Realty. 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   Also visit our websites http://www.willowglenhomesforsale.com/ and http://www.almadenvalleyhomesforsale.com/ to know more. (Comment on this)
Sunday, September 6th, 2009
2:33 pm	To buy or to rent – take a wise decision Many people can never decide whether to buy or to rent a house! It is a very common confusion seen among prospective homebuyers. Here are a few norms that should be taken into consideration before taking the final decision. Buying homes has many advantages.  If you invest wisely in a home at a good location, it will be considered as a good investment. After a few years you may think of selling your house. Then you can definitely get a good resale value for it. Home owners also get home loans at low interest and various tax benefits. Hence they have more freedom of selecting a home of their choice. Renting a home also has its own benefits. You don’t have to worry about the maintenance and other financial responsibilities, which are accompanied with home buying. Also `the after tax money’ paid to lenders by the home buyer is higher than the amount of money paid as rent. Hence buying a home can be a wise decision if you invest properly in a good asset, Contact Dale Warfel for finding a good home Always take the help of a good real estate agent while selecting a home at a good location. Dale Warfel is a senior real estate agent in San Jose. His knowledge of the real estate market will help you a lot. Realtor Dale Warfel can also guide you when it comes to choosing the right financial option available for you while buying a home. Whether you are looking for homes for sale in Willow Glen or homes for sale in Almaden Valley contact Dale Warfel at: 408.624.6202 or email him at: dale@dalewarfel.com or visit his website www.dalewarfel.com (Comment on this)
Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
10:44 am	Cupertino - the famous school district of California Cupertino town is situated in west Santa Clara. Some parts of the town extend towards the Santa Cruz Mountains. The town is well known for its excellent quality of school education. It is famous for its good quality elementary schools and high schools and its high-achieving students. Cupertino area is thus aptly known as Cupertino Union School District due to its high standard of school education. Every parent wishes to provide the best available education facility for his/her child and hence homes for sale in Cupertino are in high demand by all such parents having school going kids. Get in touch with Dale If you are looking for homes for sale in Cupertino, the best education district in the country you can talk to Realtor Dale Warfel, the best real estate agent in San Jose regarding availability of homes in this much sought after area. Dale has been working for more than 10 years as a real estate agent in San Jose and has dealt with buying/selling homes in each and every corner of Santa Clara County. He has sound technical knowledge of the real estate market and his good negotiation skills will surely help you whether you are buying or selling your property. Get in touch with Dale for all your real estate requirements and become free from all your worries. If you are looking for homes for sale in Cupertino then you can get in touch with Realtor Dale Warfel at: 408.624.6202. You can email him at dale@dalewarfel.com or you can also visit his website www.dalewarfel.com for the latest information on available Cupertino homes.   (Comment on this)
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009
3:51 pm	Milpitas - a small suburb of San Jose Milpitas is a small city in Santa Clara County, California with a population of 62,698 people. This small northern suburb lies in the southern part of San Jose and Fremont at its northern part. The name Milpitas is derived from a Spanish word meaning `little corn fields’. The name suggests the agricultural background of this area. Since Milpitas is located within the Mediterranean climate zone in California, it enjoys a warm sunny weather without any extreme temperatures or snowfall. Such a climate with full of sunshine is highly desirable in United States hence many people are interested to buy a real estate property in Milpitas. Milpitas city has got a good transportation system throughout the city consisting of buses and rails for public transport. The largest source of employment in the city is the computer industry, consisting of computer hardware manufacturing and software programming. All urban facilities like big shopping centers, parks, libraries, restaurants, cinema halls etc. are present in Milpitas. Besides this, it has also got good schooling facility. These things make this place a favorite place for home buyers. Many people look for homes for sale in Milpitas. Get help from an experienced Realtor Dale Warfel is a famous realtor from San Jose. He is highly experienced in buying and selling properties in San Jose. He is a sincere and hardworking realtor and will give you good advice based on all your property needs. If you are looking for homes for sale in Milpitas then call Dale Warfel at: 408.624.6202 or email him: dale@dalewarfel.com. You can also visit his website www.dalewarfel.com for more information on an available real estate property in Milpitas.   (Comment on this)