A recent look at YIMBY vs NIMBY said that a person's attitude about high-density housing was strongly affected by how urban centers were widely viewed when that person was about 18. Boomers were...
New Townhouse Construction Greater Than Single Family Or Condo
Looking at the new homes built in Silicon Valley by the five largest builders in 2020 shows: 316 townhouses built, 230 condos built, and 148 single family houses built.
Townhouse construction surpasses both single family and condo construction. With local cities having height restrictions, townhouses can be built to the same density as condos. If smaller homes were wanted, condo construction might surpass townhouses, but most home buyers want 3+ bedrooms.
With so few new homes being built, Silicon Valley real estate market trends are likely to continue showing homes prices climbing faster than incomes.
Will YIMBY Create Increased Condo Demand?
A recent look at YIMBY vs NIMBY said that a person's attitude about high-density housing was strongly affected by how urban centers were widely...
Real Estate Agent Commission
In 2024 it became necessary for a real estate agent to get a written agreement with a potential buyer before they could tour a home with them....
Can Protected Trees Be Removed
Cities enact their own tree protection ordinances, which are specific to that city. A long-time Palo Alto resident recently posted about his...
Buyer’s Market vs. Seller’s Market In Belmont
You often hear the phrase "seller's market". Most people would say that this means the sellers are exerting their desire for higher prices over the...
Settlement Contingency Protects You But Makes Your Purchase Offer More Acceptable
Many homeowners are held back from purchasing a new home because they want or need to sell their current home. Many potential buyers have heard...
No Contingency Purchase Offer
Most Silicon Valley home buyers are well aware that a no contingency purchase offer is more appealing to a home seller than a contingent purchase...