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DRE License #01823628 & 01742179 - Silicon Valley real estate team committed to your success. We are committed to your success. It is not just a home.

The Iniguez and Tavares team is here to partner with you whether you are a first-time home buyer, a seasoned investor or somewhere in the middle. Our Silicon Valley real estate market is unique, dynamic and complex. As our real estate transaction becomes more complicated, and the internet provides endless information to sift through, we will partner with you and provide quality market data, advice

and representation for all of your real estate needs. Everything our team does in real estate begins and ends with concierge-level service. No matter your budget, our team’s unique expertise and care will guide you to the results you deserve. It is your life.

05/28/2026

A question we hear from sellers fairly often:

“If we’re selling the home as-is, do we still need inspections?”

In many cases, yes.

Pre-inspections can help reduce surprises, strengthen negotiations, and create more confidence for buyers before offers are submitted.

They also help establish expectations upfront instead of discovering issues midway through escrow, when emotions and leverage can shift.

A lot of the strategy in real estate happens before a home ever hits the market. The goal is to be proactive early instead of reactive later.

Questions like this come up all the time behind the scenes in real estate, and I’m always happy to help walk people through them.

If you found this helpful, feel free to follow along for more practical Silicon Valley real estate insight and behind-the-scenes perspective.

Iniguez and Tavares Team | Keller Williams Thrive

Rob Iniguez | DRE #01823628
April Tavares | DRE #01742179

05/01/2026

Real estate was very real this week… but we’re still feeling good today.

My content calendar had good intentions, but the real estate calendar had other plans.

Behind the scenes, I’ve been finalizing details on a Cambrian listing in contract, working through tenant extension conversations on another Cambrian property, preparing and promoting our North Loop open house this weekend, meeting with a new listing client in The Villages of San Jose, and helping manage the delicate moving parts of a Redwood City family trust listing.

So while I may have been a little quieter here, I was very much in the middle of the work that matters most: the details, the conversations, the follow-up, and the problem-solving that help clients move through big decisions with more confidence.

That is the part of real estate that does not always make it into a polished post, but it is often where the real value shows up.

If something real estate-related has been on your mind, I’m here and happy to be a resource.

April Tavares
Realtor, GRI | CA DRE #01742179
Iniguez & Tavares Team | Keller Williams Thrive

04/30/2026

Open House This Weekend | 1384 N Loop Drive, San Jose

If you’ve been looking for a home that puts you close to some of the South Bay’s favorite lifestyle spots, this one is worth seeing in person.

Join us this weekend (5/2 & 5/3) at 1384 N Loop Drive for an open house:

Saturday & Sunday
1:00–4:00 PM

This home is located just minutes from Downtown Campbell and Willow Glen, with everyday conveniences, dining, shopping, and commuter routes nearby. One of my favorite highlights is the access to the Los Gatos Creek Trail, which is essentially right in the neighborhood, giving you an easy connection to walking, biking, and outdoor time without having to drive across town.

Stop by, take a look, and see if this could be the right fit for your next chapter.

Questions before you come by? Reach out anytime.

April Tavares
Realtor, GRI | CA DRE #01742179
Iniguez & Tavares Team | Keller Williams Thrive
[email protected]
| 408-309-5471

04/27/2026

If Napa has been on your radar, this home at 303 Flagship Drive may be worth a closer look.

A trusted Realtor connection of mine in Napa, Marcia Hadeler, has a nearly-new property with a bright corner setting, modern finishes, and a clean, open layout that really stands out.

This is the kind of opportunity that reminds me how valuable a strong network can be. I may be based in Silicon Valley, but being able to connect clients and friends with trusted professionals in other markets is part of serving people well.

If wine country living, a second home, or a Napa move has been on your mind, reach out and I’m happy to connect you directly.

Marcia Hadeler
Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley
707-815-0569

04/17/2026

Not every buyer who wants Cupertino-area schools needs to limit their search to a Cupertino mailing address.

Some San Jose addresses may align with Cupertino-area schools, which can create more budget flexibility depending on the exact property and pocket. Based on March’s 2026 market snapshot, Cupertino’s median sale price was $3.359M, compared with $2.475M in 95129 and $2.100M in 95130. That is roughly a 26% to 37% difference versus Cupertino’s citywide median.

Of course, this is not a blanket rule. Home size, lot size, condition, micro-location, and school assignment all affect value. And school assignment should always be verified by property address. CUSD’s locator specifically says assignments shown are preliminary until confirmed.

This also is not only relevant for buyers with children today. School district reputation can influence buyer demand, resale appeal, and long-term marketability too.

If you want help identifying the pockets that may support this kind of strategy, let’s connect soon. No pressure. I’m here to be your trusted real estate resource.

April Tavares
Realtor®, GRI | CA DRE #01742179
Iniguez & Tavares Team | Keller Williams Thrive
apr [email protected]
IniguezAndTavaresTeam.com

04/16/2026

Sharing something a little more personal today.

In January 2002, life took me from Boston to Silicon Valley, and with it came one of the biggest transitions of my life.

As someone born and raised in Massachusetts, it was more than a move across the country. I was leaving behind a chapter I had loved, a career I had built, and a community that meant a great deal to me.

Looking back, I can see how much that transition shaped me. It stretched me, changed me, and became one of the defining chapters of my life.

Massachusetts has never fully left me. My pronunciation of “four” is proof of that, but so is the gratitude I have for where I came from and for the life I’ve built here in Silicon Valley.

04/14/2026

Buying a house can absolutely build wealth over time.

It can also create stress if the payment, upkeep, and timing do not truly fit your life.

That is the part buyers do not hear often enough.

Yes, homeownership can mean building equity, creating more stability, and having more control over your future.

But it also comes with repairs, maintenance, insurance, property taxes, and unexpected costs that are very real.

The goal is not just to buy a house.
The goal is to buy smart.

That means looking beyond pre-approval and asking whether the payment, responsibility, and timing actually make sense for your life right now.

Follow for more thoughtful real estate guidance, and share this with someone weighing the rent vs. buy decision.

April Tavares | Realtor®
Iniguez & Tavares Team | Keller Williams Thrive
CA DRE #01742179

04/13/2026

A lot of first-time buyers think waiting is the safer move.

Sometimes it is.

But sometimes waiting does not make buying easier. It makes the same goal harder to reach.

The house does not pause.
Prices can change.
Monthly payments can change.
And the income needed to qualify can change too.

That is why trying to wait for the market to feel perfectly comfortable can backfire.

The better question is not, “Will the market get easier?”
It is, “Am I getting prepared?”

Because sometimes waiting feels safe.
But it is quietly making homeownership harder to reach.

If you’re thinking about buying and trying to sort through whether now or later makes more sense, let’s talk through it.

Let’s connect soon. No pressure—just here to be your trusted real estate resource.

April Tavares, Realtor® | GRI
Iniguez & Tavares Team | Keller Williams Thrive
CA DRE #01742179

04/11/2026

This Cambrian home checks boxes buyers keep asking for.

3685 Calvin Avenue in San Jose offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, bonus space, spacious living areas, and a beautifully updated kitchen designed for everyday living and easy entertaining.

With its dramatic entry, comfortable layout, and inviting backyard, this is a home that offers both function and flexibility.

Message me for pricing details, photos, or to schedule a private showing.

April Tavares
Realtor®, GRI
CA DRE #01742179

11/28/2025

🚨 HOT LISTING ALERT 🚨

1384 N Loop Dr, San Jose, CA 95126-4319

Modern vibes, move-in ready comfort! This updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse checks every box:

- Sleek granite kitchen & pantry
- Bright, open living spaces with tile & carpet
- Private garage + in-home laundry
- Primary suite with walk-in closet

Location, location, location! Enjoy quick access to shopping, dining, parks, and everything San Jose has to offer—all just minutes away.

This is your chance to snag a home in the heart of San Jose. Don’t wait!

Info & tours ➡️ https://www.iniguezandtavaresteam.com/d8rdwhp0

Address

19900 Stevens Creek Boulevard #100
Cupertino, CA
95014

Website

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