San Jose Measure E Transfer Tax (2026 Guide): How a 1% Listing Fee Offsets the $2.3M Cliff
Executive Summary: San Jose Measure E at a Glance What it is: San Jose’s Measure E is a gross real property transfer tax charged on residential and commercial sales exceeding statutory value limits. Following the five-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment, properties selling at or below $2,300,
The Private Listing Trap: Why In-House Deals Prove It’s Time for a 2% Real Estate Commission in San Jose
Key Takeaways: The 2% Model at a Glance The Closed-Door Race: Big brokerages and portals use private listings (Compass Private Exclusives, Zillow Preview) to keep transactions in-house and capture both sides of the commission. The 72% Double-Dip: Recent industry studies reveal private off-market lis
Negotiating in Escrow: Why Half the Negotiation in San Jose Real Estate Begins After Offer Acceptance
By Louis Fong | Broker Associate, Equitas Residential • Serving San Jose, Santa Clara County & Silicon Valley Key Takeaways: The Escrow Negotiation Playbook The Two-Stage Deal: Ratifying a contract in Silicon Valley is only stage one; the most consequential financial negotiations happen mid-escrow d
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