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By David October 09, 2008
I lived at Treetops for about 6 months before I moved out. This Building is in Fremont and owned by Essex. I signed a six month lease and as soon as my lease was up they told me that I either had to re-sign at a 10% increase or go month to month at a 20% increase!!! I decided to move and so I gave notice. I went in to the office and filled out the paper work in front of the manager. At the end of the month I went back to the office to turn in my keys and the manager said that I hadn't given proper notice. She said that I hadn't initialed a part of the form so I hadn't really given notice. They ended up keeping my deposit and billing me for another months rent. I talked with Essex for months about it and they agreed it wasn't fair but they just sent me to collections anyway. If you want to get screwed in every way possible then by all means live here!!!! ...read more
By PerryComo at Citysearch May 31, 2008
Carrie was the best. Joking about, helpful, and seemingly caring, Carrie showed us the model apartments and sold us on the place. Then one day, 2 minutes before closing time, I had locked myself out of the unit and she actually told me that business hours was closed. She was too busy to even call maintenance for me. I was really disheartened by the lack of help. Maybe it was a bad day for her, but she doesn't even smile at me when she sees me. Wierd. ...read more
One of the most common set of questions asked by potential home buyers, in particular first time home buyers, revolve around shared fences. Typical questions include: How should we go about changing the fences? Who pays for it? What if my neighbor refuses to change it or pay for the repairs? The current legislation on this topic, updated in January 2014, provides many helpful answers that everyone should keep in mind. The basic principle to remember is that "adjoining landowners with properties contiguous or in contact with each another are presumed to share an equal benefit from any fence dividing their properties, as well as equal costs for its construction or maintenance". The law states that homeowners must "share equally the responsibility for the reasonable costs of construction, maintenance, or necessary replacement of the fence or boundaries unless otherwise agreed in writing". If you are initiating a request for any type of repairs on a shared fence, here is what you should know: You must give each affected "adjoining landowner" a 30-day prior written notice which should include: A reminder that "adjoining landowners are presumed to share an equal benefit as well as equal costs for its construction or maintenance […]" as stated above A proposal which should outline the solution to address the problem An estimate of the costs to be expected and how they will be split among all landowners A timeline with the expected completion date of all the repairs If you are receiving a request from a neighbor for any type of repairs on a shared fence, here are your rights and duties: You can overcome the presumption that you should pay a portion of the expenses by demonstrating that imposing equal responsibility would be "unjust", which is defined in particular by the Court as follows: the financial burden is substantially disproportionate to the benefit conferred by the repair of the fence the cost of the fence would exceed the difference in the value of the property before and after its installation the financial burden would impose an financial hardship which should be demonstrated by "reasonable proof" In the end, the law merely states the obvious and provides a good template for an open and friendly discussion around a memorable backyard grilling party with your neighbors on any Summer day! - See more at: http://www.sophiadelacotte.com/blog/5884/how-to-deal-with-shared-fences-and-boundaries-problems#sthash.SXnrwEYx.dpuf ...read more
By Sophia Delacotte, Realtor In San Jose, CA March 01, 2016
If you are tired of slow public transportation, endless traffic jams and driving around for anything you need, you are ready to live in a walkable neighborhood. In a recent survey by the National Association of Realtors, 60% of the respondents said they would prefer to live in a neighborhood with a mix of houses and businesses that are within walking distance. For the record, a walkable neighborhood is often described as a mixed-use neighborhood with close access to entertainment areas, public transit, and job centers, all without having to rely on a car. How do you know that your neighborhood is walkable? The number one thing you should find in a walkable neighborhood is a center, whether it is a main street or a public space. You should also find at least one of the following: Mixed-use places including affordable housing and businesses Public transit that runs frequently Parks and public/community space Schools and workplaces Bicyclists and streets designed for pedestrians The benefits of living in a walkable neighborhood Home Value: There is no doubt that walkability is a critical factor in raising home values. In a recent study by Zillow which estimated the “Walk Score” (0 to 100) of homes in the top metropolitan markets in the US, it was estimated that a high walk score increased home values by an average of about 12 percent. Personal Health: The average resident of a walkable neighborhood weighs 6-10 pounds less than someone who lives in a sprawling neighborhood. Environmental Impact: The carbon footprint of a walkable neighborhood is on average lower due to fewer CO2 emissions mostly from cars. That is because residents don't need to drive as often and can frequently drive shorter distances when they do. Over the past few years, walkability has become a big draw for many buyers in Silicon Valley increasingly conscious about environmental impact and looking for pedestrian-friendly areas. Don't pass on making a positive impact on our planet and your health! - See more at: http://www.sophiadelacotte.com/blog/6288/why-you-should-buy-in-a-walkable-neighborhood#sthash.PRcZuEBh.dpuf ...read more
By Sophia Delacotte, Realtor In San Jose, CA March 01, 2016
Just bought a new home and planning improvements? Thinking about selling and contemplating some work to make your listing more attractive? In both situations, here are a few mistakes you should absolutely avoid to keep the home equity you have built or will patiently build over the years. Mistake No. 1: Neglecting the curb appeal Remember that the front yard is the first thing potential buyers will see. If the front of your house looks in disarray, potential buyers will most likely think that the inside of the house is in the same condition. Under these circumstances some might not even pass your door step and your house is likely to attract bargain hunters looking for a good deal. I recommend this article to learn more about the latest trends in curb appeal improvement. Mistake No. 2: Altering core features I say “Yes” to modernizing a home but “No” to killing a functional lay-out or any core architectural features that are an intrinsic part of the value of the property. For instance, if you own an Eichler property which will typically features glass walls, it would be a grave mistake to replace these walls with regular windows. Mistake No. 3: Overspending inside and outside This is a common mistake made by many unaware home owners. To a certain extent, home owners who overspend lose sense of the actual value of their property. They are only focused on satisfying their needs to live in a nicer place without ever thinking about the potential resale value. You should not hesitate to upgrade your kitchen and bathroom where you get the most “bang for your buck” but do not splurge unnecessarily. Before you start renovations in your home, always ask yourself the following two questions: Will I get my money back when I resell the place? Should I upgrade rather spending too much money in this place? Mistake No. 4: Making poor decors choices As Rosie Amodio puts it in a recent blog on Realtor.com, the following mistakes must absolutely be avoided when furnishing your new home: Buying everything at once and cramming rooms (take your time to decorate your home!), decorating around a legacy piece such as your mother’s armoire(which will push you into a certain layout or color scheme likely to be wrong) and trying to reproduce a page from a decor magazine. Mistake No. 5: Lack of permit If you do not get the necessary permits when tackling extension projects that need to be authorized by your City, the sanction is quite simple: The added square footage will not be included in the total square footage. If you do not add square footage but the work done still needed to be permitted, most realtors will take it into account and lower the asking price as new owners will have to deal with the risk of having to tear it down or take the necessary steps to address the issue at their own cost. So, remember that clean and simple always sells better than crazy expensive and not permitted! - See more at: http://www.sophiadelacotte.com/blog/6621/5-mistakes-that-can-kill-the-resale-value-of-your-home#sthash.KDa0ifHs.dpuf ...read more
By Sophia Delacotte, Realtor In San Jose, CA March 01, 2016
Furnished apartments draw in a variety of people from all walks of life. From students to business people many are open to the idea of renting a furnished apartment over an unfurnished apartment. Those who are prospective renters of furnished apartments should be aware of all that having a furnished a... ...read more
In this economy, many people are searching for low income apartments that they can rent that will provide a stable place for their family to live in this unstable world. For this reason, many of these complexes have a long waiting list. These lists can take anywhere from a month to numerous years depe... ...read more