Author: Melanie Ventura

Thanks for reading my blog! I'm an attorney and full-time Realtor in San Jose, CA. I am obsessed with all things real estate and home-related. I serve home buyers and home sellers throughout Silicon Valley. When I'm not working you'll find me en route to one of my son's basketball games, satisfying my coffee addiction, scouting deals at TJMaxx or walking our 110 lb Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Romeo! Connect with me: B L O G ➳ www.MelanieVentura.com/blog F A C E B O O K ➳ https://www.facebook.com/melaniesellssiliconvalley/ I N S T A G R A M ➳ https://www.instagram.com/melanie.ventura/ P I N T E R E S T ➳ https://www.pinterest.com/MelanieVentura/boards1/ If you want to talk to me about Silicon Valley real estate feel free to email me at [email protected]

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The Evolution Of Homebuyer Preferences: What’s Trending In 2025?

The real estate market is constantly changing, and buyers’ preferences are bound to adapt over time. Features that were popular five or 10 years ago…

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How To Navigate Dual-Agency In Real Estate Transactions

Hiring a real estate agent you trust is one of the best things you can do when buying or selling a home. Your agent’s job…

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Buying A Home For The First Time With A Partner? Here’s What To Discuss First

Buying a house with your partner is almost as big of a commitment as getting married or having children. Becoming a homeowner is a major…

by Melanie Ventura

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How To Attract Silicon Valley Millennial Homebuyers

Millennials are the largest generation in the United States, so it’s no surprise that they also make up the largest share of home buyers. Young…

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Building Wealth Through Multi-Family Homes: A Beginner’s Guide

Buying multi-family properties is one of the best ways to build wealth and secure your financial future. However, owning and managing real estate is a…

by Melanie Ventura

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Thinking About Buying a Historic Home in Silicon Valley? Here’s What You Need to Know

Owning a historic home can feel like owning a piece of history itself. Old houses require a lot of work, but some buyers are driven…

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How To Downsize Without Feeling Like You’re Losing Space

People move into smaller homes for a wide variety of reasons. Empty nesters downsize when their kids have grown up and moved out, and retirees…

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The True Cost Of Homeownership Beyond The Mortgage

When buying a home, the down payment and the monthly mortgage are only the beginning of your expenses. A number of other bills and payments…

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The Appeal Of Single-Floor Living: Why Ranch Homes Are Making A Comeback

After several decades of popularity, McMansions have started to fall out of favor. Owning a large, multi-story home may have once been the pinnacle of…

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Outgrown Your Silicon Valley Home? Top Tips to Maximize Your Space While Waiting to Move

Living in a small house offers a number of benefits, including less upkeep, lower utility bills, and a cozy atmosphere. However, residents of small homes…

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