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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 2h

Did you know the first Chuck E. Cheese was born in San Jose? 🍕🎮
Atari’s founder Nolan Bushnell opened the first Chuck E. Cheese Pizza Time Theatre on Winchester Blvd in 1977 — right where Santana Row is now. A little piece of Silicon Valley nostalgia that still lives on at the Tully Road location.

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 1d

Housing Market Update: It’s Not Investors After All

There’s a lot of talk about investors driving up home prices - but the data tells a different story.  Less than 3% of homes last year were bought by large investors.  The bigger issue is a housing shortage that’s been building for years.

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 2d

San Jose might finally be turning a corner on housing. A new 708-home project just broke ground near Berryessa BART — part of a 270-acre plan that could add nearly 5,000 homes.  After years of slow progress, this is a big win for Silicon Valley.

 #SanJose #BayArea #Housing

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 2d

Bay Area’s Only Military Commissary Could Close
Moffett Field’s commissary might shut down by 2026 — the only one serving Santa Clara County. Local leaders say this would create a food desert for military families already facing high costs. Community and leadership support are crucial right now.

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 3d

California Dream for All returns in 2026 🏡💰 Description: This wildly popular down payment program is back - offering up to 20% or $150K to help Californians buy their first home. It’s a lottery system and runs out fast, so now’s the time to prepare. 

🔗 www.calhfa.ca.gov/dream/index....

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 3d

Why Bay Area cities are being rebuilt from the ground up 
The Bay Area’s construction boom isn’t just about housing — it’s about a total redesign of how cities grow. Local governments are creating walkable, transit-connected neighborhoods that make car-free living possible. #bayarea

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 4d

California just banned AI price fixing 🤖
 If companies are using algorithms to secretly coordinate prices, it’s now officially illegal in California. Governor Newsom’s AB325 aims to keep tech-driven markets fair — especially as AI becomes part of everything we buy.
 #AI #California #bayarea

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 4d

California insurers say climate change is too risky… then invest billions in oil and gas.
Feels like a double standard. Europe’s already cutting ties with fossil fuels - why not here?
#climatechange #insurance #California

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 5d

Los Gatos Lodge is officially changing hands - sold for $78.4M to SummerHill Homes. It’ll soon be replaced with 155 new townhomes, 26 of which will be affordable. Built in 1936, the Lodge’s days are numbered - but a new chapter for Los Gatos begins.
#LosGatos #BayArea #DevelopmentNews

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 5d

Thinking condos are the affordable option in San Jose? 🏘️ 

You’re not wrong - but you are buying into an HOA, and that changes everything.  Here’s what you need to know about the rules, regulations, and reserve funds that could affect your loan.

#RealEstate #HomeBuying #SanJose #bayarea

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 6d

Michelin Meets the Mission: La Taqueria Gets Its Star Moment 🌯⭐

A beloved San Francisco institution is finally getting Michelin recognition.  La Taqueria, family-run since 1973, has officially been added to the 2025 Michelin Guide. 

A reminder that extraordinary street food can be world class.

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 7d

A Carlsbad homeowner just got hit with a $1.4M fine for blocking a public beach trail. The gate’s open now - but it’s got Californians asking: where’s the line between private property and public land?

 #California #Carlsbad #BeachAccess

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 8d

Campbell’s Oktoberfest turns 30 this weekend! 🍻 

 Downtown Campbell will be packed with good vibes - German beers, live bands, 100+ booths, and a kids zone. It’s one of the South Bay’s biggest annual events! 🎉 

📅 Oct. 18–19 

#BayAreaEvents #Oktoberfest #CampbellCA

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 8d

San Francisco’s speed cameras just started issuing real tickets - over $1.2M worth in August alone. 🚗💸 

The city says it’s about safety, not revenue. Would you support this where you live?

 #SanFrancisco #BayArea #CityPolicy #sanjose

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 8d

California just banned AI price fixing 🤖

If companies are using algorithms to secretly coordinate prices, it’s now officially illegal in California.  Governor Newsom’s AB325 aims to keep tech-driven markets fair - especially as AI becomes part of everything we buy.
 
#AI #California #News

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 9d

Update on pricing

Dynamic pricing is apparently effectively optimizing prices. That $48K seat already looks like a deal. New Jersey is selling at $58K already with over a million tickets already sold. Imagine as the supply runs lower. $100K per seat is around the corner.

#FIFA #WorldCup2026

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 9d

Bay Area logic: $60 tickets that cost $48,000 😅⚽️ 

FIFA’s bringing six World Cup games to Levi’s Stadium - but even soccer’s got Bay Area pricing now. Blame Dynamic Pricing.

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$48,000 for a World Cup Seat… in Santa Clara?! 😳⚽️

YouTube video by Steve Mun Group | San Jose Real Estate Agent

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 10d

California just passed a first-of-its-kind allergen menu law 👏

Starting in 2026, restaurant chains with 20+ locations must list common allergens - milk, eggs, nuts, shellfish, and more - right on their menus. Big step forward for families with food allergies.
#California #FoodAllergy #BayArea

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 10d

What does $750K buy in Silicon Valley?

#siliconvalley #rivermarkhomes #miravalcondos

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 11d

California’s backup home insurance plan almost went under. 

The FAIR Plan - the “last resort” for high-risk homes - was nearly bankrupted by this year’s wildfires.  A new law now lets it borrow and repay over time instead of demanding instant bailouts.  Smart fix or Band-Aid?

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 13d

California wildfire data just revealed something crucial about home survival rates

analyzing which homes survived the deadly CA wildfires and the pattern is crystal clear:
• zone 0 cleared (5ft perimeter, zero flammables)
• fire-resistant materials installed

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Deadly Lessons from Wildfires 🔥

YouTube video by Steve Mun Group | San Jose Real Estate Agent

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 16d

The $550 HOA Fee Most Bay Area Buyers Forget About

If you’re buying a condo or townhome in the Bay Area, don’t skip over HOA fees - they’re often way higher than you think. SF’s median is $550/month and most owners pay over $400. Even Santa Clara is $363. 

Are you paying more or less? 👇

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 16d

Just listed.

3901 Lick Mill 430
Santa Clara, CA

Turn-key Penthouse overlooking the neighbors for that extra sense of privacy. Units in front are lower level.

#siliconvalley #bayarea #rivermarkhomes #miravalcondo

Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 17d

California just made Diwali an official state holiday! 🪔 

Starting in 2026, schools and state employees will get the day off to celebrate. A big step for cultural recognition - and a bright moment for the Bay Area. 🌟

 #California #Diwali #GoodNews #bayarea

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Steve Mun @stevemun.bsky.social · 18d

Bay Area Schools Are Crushing National Rankings 

Stanford’s #1. Berkeley’s Top 10. But San Jose State breaking into the Top 20 - and UC Merced’s huge leap - prove the Bay Area is more than tech. It’s one of the most powerful education hubs in the country.

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