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Notes on buying and selling in the South Bay.
Plain-language pieces on San Jose and Santa Clara County real estate, written for people making a move, not browsing listings.
November 12, 2026/Market
Are San Jose Home Prices Dropping?
October 2026 association data for San Jose and Santa Clara County: medians, inventory, and days on market, explained for buyers and sellers.
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Should I Wait to Buy a San Jose House?
The 30-year rate is 7.11% as of Nov. 12, 2026. What that means for San Jose buyers, jumbo loans, and whether waiting is worth it.
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Who Pays Closing Costs in Santa Clara County?
County and San Jose transfer taxes, Measure E above $2.3 million, and who typically pays what when you buy or sell a home.
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