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Illuminate Properties in the Media

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Recent Blog Posts

About Town

Best Restaurants in Saratoga, CA: Where to Eat in 2026

March 13, 2026

Discover the best restaurants in Saratoga, CA in 2026 from Michelin-star dining to local favorites in Saratoga Village. Explore where to eat in this Silicon Valley gem.

Real Estate

Top Mistakes Homeowners Are Making in 2026 (And How To Avoid Them)

Patrice Horvath  |  March 7, 2026

Selling a home in 2026 is still very possible—but the strategy has changed. With more inventory and more selective buyers, homeowners who approach today’s market with … Read more

Real Estate

Move-Up Buyers Are Choosing New Construction

Patrice Horvath  |  February 23, 2026

New construction homes are becoming increasingly popular among move-up buyers seeking modern layouts, customization options, energy efficiency, and builder incentives.… Read more

Real Estate

Silicon Valley Newsletter - February 2026

Patrice Horvath  |  February 22, 2026

Silicon Valley housing update: lower mortgage rates, shifting prices, tight inventory, and what 2026 means for buyers and sellers.

Real Estate

Four Ways Your Home Equity Can Work for You

Patrice Horvath  |  February 16, 2026

Discover how much home equity you may have and how to use it to move, renovate, or fund major life goals in Silicon Valley.

Real Estate

Why So Many Homeowners Are Downsizing Right Now

Patrice Horvath  |  February 7, 2026

As retirement approaches, many homeowners are rethinking their living situations—and downsizing is becoming an increasingly popular move. In this post, we explore why … Read more

Real Estate

You May Not Want To Skip Over That House That’s Been Sitting on the Market

Patrice Horvath  |  January 26, 2026

A few years ago, homes sold in just a matter of days. Sometimes, hours. Anything that lingered longer than that raised concerns. But that’s no longer the baseline.

Real Estate

Is January the Best Time To Buy a Home?

Patrice Horvath  |  January 26, 2026

You may not want to put your homebuying plans into hibernation mode this winter. While a lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to buy a house, new data shows J… Read more

Real Estate

More Buyers Are Planning To Move in 2026. Here’s How To Get Ready

Patrice Horvath  |  January 24, 2026

Momentum is quietly building in the housing market. New data from NerdWallet shows more Americans are starting to think about buying a home again.

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