Chic n the Geek in the Silicon Valley

ICYMI: The sad news from VTA last week drowned out an historic vote, when the San José City Council unanimously gave Google the go ahead to develop an 80-acre mixed use campus around Diridon Station.

Heads up from the Geek: Santa Clara County saw a huge spike in sales by square footage in Q3 2020. We’ll see if things shrink back to normal in 2021. #chicnthegeek #pearlandkevin #pearlyou #kevinjames #siliconvalley #siliconvalleyrealtors #stylishliving #numbertalk #marketupdate #bayarea

Condos. Townhomes. PUDs. You might think they’re all the same, but there are some important differences every homebuyer needs to know before getting started. Good thing we’re here with the latest Chic vs. Geek! #chicnthegeek #pearlandkevin #pearlyou #kevinjames #siliconvalley #siliconvalleyrealtors #stylishliving #condos #townhomes #PUD #homebuyer

World, meet Bora! #cats #pets #family

We don't have the words to express how we all feel today. #VTAFamily #SanJoseStrong #SantaClaraCountyStrong

Are you ready to go the extra mile to make your cats feel at home using high design and decor? Get some tips in our latest #ChicVsGeek blog! #chicnthegeek #stylishliving #pearlandkevin #pearlyou #kevinjames #siliconvalley #siliconvalleyrealtors #pets #cats

Today is the day! Get out and vote to make your voice heard! Visit vote.org for more information about what to do and where to go to cast your ballot. #Vote #Vote2020 #ElectionDay

Got a case of the Mondays? Spend some time checking things off your to-do list, like making new copies of keys for your listings. It's quick, easy, and makes a satisfying sound!

Just because Halloween's over doesn't mean you need to ditch those decorative pumpkins! We found some tricks for keeping them around throughout the autumn season. Check out this idea from the Spruce:

The average size of homes changing hands in Santa Clara County saw a significant increase in Q3 2020, the second quarter since the pandemic hit. This is just one indicator of higher median sales prices. Read more on our blog:

Did you know? #CompassConcierge offers no-upfront, 0% APR loans to qualified sellers to help you pay for home improvements and upgrades that will lead to a faster sale for more money. Learn more on our blog!

The Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters wants you to exercise your civic duty without worrying about getting sick. That’s why they’re implementing a robust plan to keep voting centers safe with socially distanced voting booths, one-way entrances and exits, and plenty of hand sanitizer. Already voted? We’ll send a pair of these fancy VOTE masks to the first five people who send an email to: [email protected]

Geek Tip: Installing a smart thermostat can help you save on utility bills as we transition from hot summer months to cool autumn temperatures. Learn more about rebates available for #homeowners from Pacific Gas and Electric Company! #chicnthegeek #yourrealtorforlife #siliconvalleyrealtor #siliconvalley #geeksmarthomeownerstip #smartinvestment #smartthermostat #homeownership #energysaver #rebate

In the latest #ChicVsGeek, we tackle kitchen remodels and the "working triangle." Want to learn more? You'll just have to read our blog!

Another inspiring story from satisfied clients who partnered with us to find their dream home! We hope this fills you with good vibes as we head into the weekend...

After Kevin bought his first home in the Bay Area, he didn't drive his car for six months because he couldn’t afford to pay for gas. Why? Find out on our blog:

More than 40,000 people die of breast cancer every year a number that’s unchanged over the past 20 years. This horrible disease affects us all. Whether it’s a personal battle or a loved one’s fight, we unite in our collective effort to build awareness and help our fighters, survivors, and supporters overcome and thrive.

We love our clients! Thanks to Sarah and son Marcus for being wonderful and patient partners in their home buying journey. Visit our website to read more reviews from happy clients: chicnthegeek.com/testimonials

The Bay Area is experiencing net negative migration, which means more people are moving out every year than moving in. And more and more often, Bay Area residents are migrating just outside the region to adjacent counties. Why? Find out from the Geek in our latest Number Talk!

You are a ray of sunshine. You are a shining beacon of light in the dark. You are a lighthouse in the foggy night (or the middle of a pandemic). You are the reason that we do this job and look forward to it every day. You are amazing! What we’re trying to say is, Thank you so much for your support!