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Four Must-See Beaches Near San Jose:

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4 Must-See Beaches Near San Jose The local movers of Mont-Rose Moving Systems love to help newcomers like you settle into their new San Jose homes, but we also love to kick back at the beach for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. The beaches of Santa Cruz and Davenport are just a short drive away, and well worth the trip. From gorgeous seascapes to impeccable waves, we have a range of beautiful shores to explore. We have compiled a list of the best beaches near San Jose for every kind of beachgoer. Get your flip-flops ready! Pescadero State Beach Pescadero State Beach is perfect for family fun. With soft sands and beautiful views of the surrounding cliffs, it’s a great place to soak in the area’s natural beauty! Bring the kids during low tide to explore the beautiful tide pools or spend some quality time building sand castles in Pescadero’s ultra-soft sands. Natural Bridges State Beach This 65-acre park is just a short drive away in Santa Cruz. The beautiful rock form...

Read This Before Moving To The US:

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Relocating to the US is a big step. It used to be a tiring process earlier filled with long to do lists and multiple packing lists. With the increasing population of Indians in the US, things have changed drastically. However, a lot of Indians are still in the mindset that things we use in India would not be available there. Hence, they shop madly before going to the US, adding unnecessary extra baggage! Here is a handy list of what you should and should not buy from India while moving to the US: What to buy Medicines and prescriptions Some of the common medicines we use in India might not be available in the US. It is good to have a backup of the commonly used tablets such as Crocin, Bendryl etc., with prescriptions, until you get accustomed to the new set of medicines there.  If there are any tablets you are taking for persistent medical conditions, it is good to carry those tablets as well, along with the prescription, till you review your medical condition with a...

15 Top Realtor Blogs You Should Be Reading this 2016:

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Knowledge is essential to the success of any real estate professional. Having a good grasp of what’s happening in the industry and the community will not only create a good impression on clients. It will also help you provide the best advice and services, and better prepare you for any changes in the market. Some of the best sources of information in the industry are real estate blogs, particularly those written by fellow professionals with first-hand experience in the market. Here are some of the top real estate blogs out there that can help you brush up on your knowledge – and maybe even inspire you to start your own. The BiggerPockets Blog Targeted towards would-be investors, this real estate investing blog is chock full of useful information and will give you, the real estate professional, a better idea of the kinds of questions your potential clients need answers to. Redfin Blog On their blog, Redfin features updated information about housing markets all over the...

Houzzer Profile: Yunsong Meng, Research Engineer:

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As a research engineer, Yunsong helps augment search and personalized recommendation experiences for the Houzz community. Outside of work, Yunsong enjoys spending time with his family, and looks forward to sharing his love of the outdoors with his young son. Why did you decide to become a research engineer? I’ve always been driven by the desire to find and solve difficult challenges, a common trait among research engineers. I studied computer science in school, which led to a PhD in artificial intelligence, and a series of papers and patents on intelligent systems. I’m thrilled to bring intelligent techniques to life. What brought you to Houzz? A number of my friends were working at Houzz, two of whom I’ve known since we attended the University of Science and Technology of China together. The team was looking for someone with my unique search experience, and I was intrigued by the positive environment that I’d heard about from my friends. How would you describe what you do at ...