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 âž³ www.MelanieVentura.com/blog F A C E B O O K âž³ https://www.facebook.com/melaniesellssiliconvalley/ I N S T A G R A M âž³ https://www.instagram.com/melanie.ventura/ P I N T E R E S T âž³ 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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Property Tax Reassessment After Buying A Home: Why Your Tax Bill Could Change

The mortgage itself is only one of your financial responsibilities as a homeowner. Your monthly payment also includes insurance and property taxes, both of which…

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What Stays With The House When You Move? Fixtures, Appliances, And Personal Property Explained

During a home sale, it’s not always clear what items belong to the seller and what items stay with the house. Uncertainty on the differences…

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How To Estimate A Home’s Utility Costs Before You Buy

Utilities are a major but often-overlooked expense by home buyers who are budgeting for a new house. If you’re relocating to a new area or…

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What Are Easements in Real Estate? A Home Buyer’s Guide To Property Access Rights

Easements are one of many considerations to take into account when deciding whether to purchase a home. An easement isn’t always a huge red flag,…

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Understanding Micro-Location, Why The Same Street Has Different Prices



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Buying A Home With A Private Well: Water Testing, Maintenance, And Questions To Ask

Before making an offer on any home, it’s incredibly important that you do your due diligence in researching and understanding all of the property’s systems.…

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Buying A Home With A Septic System: What You Should Check First

Around a quarter of homes in the United States use a septic system for sewage disposal. Septic is a private wastewater treatment system for homes…

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Unpermitted Renovations: What Home Buyers Need To Know Before Making An Offer

It can be incredibly frustrating to find a perfect house only to discover that work was done on the property without permits. Unpermitted renovations can…

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What Is A Property Survey, And Do You Need One Before Buying A Home?

The land a home sits on is just as valuable, if not more valuable, than the house itself. However, many homeowners don’t know where their…

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How Climate And Weather Patterns Are Changing Buyer Preferences

The effects of climate change on the real estate market are widespread. Changing weather patterns have affected energy usage, insurance costs, and the overall popularity…

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