Fremont Real Estate Blog

Going green saves the average homeowner thousands of dollars in energy costs and can increase a home's resale value! This summer seems like it'll be a scorcher, everyone will be blasting air conditioning to stay cool so why not lower your energy bill before its too late! Solar panels are becoming even more affordable and now have great leasing options that will give you an instant savings on your energy bills. If you are wondering what else you can do to create a greener home, we offer a class once a month filled with great ideas and solutions to combat the summer heat. Register below to save your spot! Register for Green Class here! https://patch.com/california/fremont/s/g4kno/how-much-can-you-really-save-by-going-solar Sunil Sethi  /  REALTOR,  Broker, MBA, CPA(inactive), GREEN Sunil Sethi Real Estate   38750 Paseo Padre Pkwy #B3, Fremont, CA 94536   www.sunilsethi.com BRE #01173766                              

Fremont has now taken another step into the future, requiring that all new houses be delivered ready for the installation of electric-car charging stations.  According to the  East Bay Times , the city of Fremont has announced that any new housing project must include both solar panels and the electrical wiring required for the installation of a charging station Will this new legislation make the ownership of electric vehicles even more appealing to residents? Will Fremont turn into a zero-emission vehicle hub? http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1110317_solar-panels-ev-chargers-required-in-new-homes-in-fremont-ca Sunil Sethi  /  REALTOR,  Broker, MBA, CPA(inactive), GREEN Sunil Sethi Real Estate   38750 Paseo Padre Pkwy #B3, Fremont, CA 94536   www.sunilsethi.com BRE #01173766                              

Contributed by Mike Longsdon It's never too late to pack your first set of moving boxes. Perhaps you inherited your parents' home or have been an apartment-living city dweller your entire life. Whatever the reason, don't let age bar you from slicing your own piece of the American pie and entering the world of home-ownership. Buying a first home is an exciting time, and one that far too few seniors get a chance to enjoy. Handling protests Chances are, your adult children will protest, citing advanced age, proximity, or concern over finances. Maintain an open line of communication, but remain firm in your decision if buying a home is what you really want. If health is a potential issue, work with your family to determine which features are best for your new house. Do you need a single story home with a walk-in bathtub? Find a local realtor who is knowledgeable about the area and can help you locate the ideal property. Economically, today's real estate market means tha...