Downtown San Jose. Transitional, going the right way?

We lived near downtown San Jose recently. It’s a weird mix of pricey new apartments, empty storefronts, and bars and restaurants servicing nearby San Jose State University. We’re back here on business. The downtown area, if anything, seems to be…

Salton Sea imperiled by smart water usage. Say what?

The Salton Sea, a huge salt water lake in southern California has been fed in modern times primarily by polluted agricultural run off. This causes fish kills. The Sea is also a major migratory stop for birds. Decreased water usage…

On lesser evils, ethical hymens, and true morality

In Rules for Radicals, Saul Alinsky said during a bitter all-or-nothing strike, that he turned down using photos showing the CEO of the company they were striking against was gay (this in an era when that could kill a career)…

Zombie condos and cratering condo HOAs

Nationwide, an appalling 75% of condo developments don’t meet new FHA rules. This makes getting a mortgage on such units more difficult and thus harder to sell. Compounding the problems, banks are reluctant to foreclose on condos., so the condos…

KeyMe changes everything about making keys

Kiosks to make keys are already at Lowes, Walmart, etc. However KeyMe is leapfrogging ahead of the competition. Their kiosks can clone car keys, including transponders. Their smart phone apps can scan a key then mail you a duplicate. Key…