Northern California

Home Builder Digest, a national online magazine focusing on the residential housing industry, has become a trusted source for recommendations about construction professionals, including home builders, remodelers, and architects. In their recently released list of the Best Custom Home Builders in Redwood City, we are proud to announce that Thomas James Homes was featured for […]

TJH is bringing new home solutions to Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Alamo, and other beloved East Bay neighborhoods.   “People that live here in the East Baypinch themselves because it’s literally like a paradise.” — Tom Reiser, The Reiser Group With greater demand for East Bay living and an unmet need for new homes in established […]

What to consider when deciding whether you should remodel or tear down and rebuild your house. Large patios for outdoor living. Modern, multitasking kitchens. Home offices and multi-functional spaces. These were among the top requested home renovations in 2021. As our needs continue to shift and be shaped by the world around us, the way […]

8 must-have home design features for guests. It’s time to celebrate. Gathering with friends and family is slowly returning and not a moment too soon. Whether you’re hosting the holidays or a backyard birthday soiree, these are the essentials to consider when customizing a home that’s ideal for entertaining.   Functionality + Flow One of […]

Over the past year, homeowner equity in the Bay Area reached new heights. Home prices experienced a 34% gain, rising from $1.01 million in March 2020, to $1.35 million in June 2021. In addition to increased financial security and personal wealth, it also brings an opportunity for homeowners to unleash the equity in their homes […]

When it comes to your home, it’s good to be materialistic. The things we value most should last the longest. That’s why we use the highest quality of materials to build our homes. It’s part of the TJH Difference. So we develop lasting partnerships with the top trades and product manufacturers we know we can […]

To say that Bay Area native, Sean Spanek, is a major league sports fan would be an understatement. He’s one of the first to know when a professional athlete is being traded, drafted, or released, whether it’s football, baseball, basketball, or hockey. And it’s not just because he grew up following Bay Area teams (though […]

San Jose’s Local Treasure San Jose has long been known for its seriously good weather, access to nearby hiking trails that offers residents a number of outdoor activities, and a mix of urban living and picturesque residential neighborhoods, lending a close-knit community vibe to California’s third largest city. If like most Bay Area homebuyers, you’re […]

When Brett and Rebecca Jennings took a Saturday drive to Costco to grab steaks for grilling, they thought it would be just that. But a spontaneous detour led them to find their dream home on the drive back.     As a high performing realtor with Thomas James Homes and the owner of a top […]

From an urbanite neighborhood with views of the bay to a quiet refuge in the hills, the Bay Area offers a diversity of lifestyles, tastes, and communities. Few other areas of can you simply walk a few blocks to experience a different vibe and climate all in one. As we continue to expand across Northern […]