Gail Thomson

Luxury Homes in Los Gatos

Recently listed as the 6th most expensive place to buy property in the USA, you can imagine that Los Gatos has plenty of luxury properties to offer those looking for that little bit more. Intero Prestigio International is a division of Intero Real Estate Services focusing on the finest and most exclusive homes in Silicon Valley and [...]

Blossom Hill Manor

Blossom Hill Manor, Blossom Manor or simply “The Manor” is wonderful family neighborhood situated on the east side of Los Gatos bordered by Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos Boulevard, Los Gatos Almaden Road and Longwood Drive. Take a stroll through the neighborhood and you’ll see a variety of well kept ranch homes and remodeled traditional [...]

Gail & Stephen’s Remodel Vlog

About a year ago, we began a total remodel on our Blossom Manor home in Los Gatos. We are happy to announce that it’s just about finished (or at least just about livable)! Check out our Home Remodel Project Playlist on the Slater Thomson YouTube Channel that follows our remodeling process all the way from demolition to the finished product [...]

Historic Almond Grove District

The Almond Grove District is a historic residential neighborhood located near (and in) downtown Los Gatos that was, yes, a former almond orchard. The borders are generally considered to be from Saratoga-Los Gatos Road (Highway 9) to Bean Avenue and from North Santa Cruz Avenue to Glen Ridge Avenue. Almond Grove is one of the oldest neighborhoods [...]

Shannon & Hillbrook Farms

The Shannon area of Los Gatos refers to the neighborhoods clustered around Shannon Road in the east side of Los Gatos, bordered by Englewood Avenue, Kennedy Road, Short Road and Blossom Hill Road. Shannon Road starts at Los Gatos Boulevard in town and heads East over the Blossom Hill Road towards Almaden Valley where it comes to an end [...]

Exciting News for Intero Real Estate

We are excited to announce that last Thursday Intero Real Estate Services officially became part of HomeServices of America, a consolidated subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc, a company with unparalleled diversity and financial strength led by Warren Buffett. We must be doing something right if one of the world’s most iconic investors is looking to align [...]

Guide to Sustainable Landscaping

Happy Earth Day from the Slater Thomson Team! Sustainable landscaping is part of a growing national effort in the landscaping industry to create aesthetically pleasing landscapes while improving and conserving the environment and saving resources and money. Learn more about creating a sustainable garden and yard.    

Factors of Credit Scoring

Wondering how your credit score is calculated? There are several different factors that contribute to your overall score. Follow the link below to learn how your score is calculated and the best ways to earn a high score. The Five Factors of Credit Scoring      

Los Gatos Schools 2013 API Scores

Schools serving Los Gatos addresses are listed below with their 2013 API score. Los Gatos Union School District Blossom Hill Elementary School – 959 Daves Avenue Elementary School – 917 Louise Van Meter Elementary School – 947 Lexington Elementary School – 907 Raymond J Fisher Middle School – 934 Union School District Alta Vista Elementary [...]

Considering a Relocation to Silicon Valley? Decision Making Tips

Are you tempted by the lifestyle and the seemingly endless job opportunities in and around Silicon Valley? How do you decide if a move to the Bay Area is right for you? Before you even start talking salary, benefits and move logistics, make sure you do your homework and do a little pre-relocation decision analysis. [...]