IT’S TIME FOR HOME FOUNDATION REPAIRS

“Buying a 1923 fixer-upper home meant that sooner or later the foundation would need some shoring up. I can’t believe it was around this time nine years ago that I was in the early stages of renovation, on a tight budget, deciding how much of the foundation work recommended at the time would fit into […]

The Main Key To Understanding the Rise in Mortgage Rates

Every Thursday, Freddie Mac releases the results of their Primary Mortgage Market Survey which reveals the most recent movement in the 30-year fixed mortgage rate. Last week, the rate was announced as 3.01%. It was the first time in three months that the mortgage rate surpassed 3%. In a press release accompanying the survey, Sam Khater, Chief Economist at Freddie Mac, explains: […]

Monthly Market Report – SEPTEMBER 2021

This could be the right time to consider buying or selling property, let’s connect and we can discuss the local San Diego market. Just send me an email or call 619-888-2117. Lisa Ashkins, MA, CNE – Broker Associate, DRE#01764182 – Coldwell Banker West

The Hidden Costs Many First-Time Homebuyers Have Never Heard Of

Many of today’s homebuyers are suffering from sticker shock—and not just over astronomical home prices. Nearly half of homeowners, 44%, report they weren’t aware of the costs associated with buying a home, according to a Realtor.com® survey in July of nearly 3,000 adults, including 1,800 homeowners. (About 400 of the respondents were buyers who purchased […]

YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT IS KEY

If you are ready to sell, let’s chat. My experience and expertise can help you get the perfect price for your house. Just send me an email or call 619-888-2117. Lisa Ashkins, MA, CNE – Broker Associate, DRE#01764182 – Coldwell Banker West

The Difference in Net Worth Between Homeowners and Renters Is Widening

Becoming financially secure is an important goal for many people today, but some don’t realize just how much homeownership can help them achieve that dream. A recent report, The Journey Toward Financial Freedom, surveys Americans about their perspective on financial wellness and their goals. It shows there may be a significant misconception about the role owning a home plays […]

11 Storybook Homes for Buyers in Search of a Happily Ever After

Abundant curb appeal, lovely gardens, and whimsical touches are all apparent in these 11 storybook homes for sale right now. Quaint and charming, this style appeals to spirited buyers in search of a home beyond the basic tract dwelling. Built in the 1920s and 1930s, these magical cottages exude a sense of family warmth and […]

Monthly Market Report – August 2021

Just Listed

Statuesquely perched on a corner lot in the Burlingame Manor tract of North Park, sits this 2-story Spanish Colonial Revival masterpiece with a casita above the garage. Designed by master architect Charles Salyers and built in 1926 for the Greenman family (the original blueprints are intact!), its provenance makes it a likely candidate for historic […]

Prepping Your Home for Sale

Maximize Curb AppealGetting them through the front door starts at the curb. Manicure the lawn, trim the trees and shrubs. Pull weeds and plant some colorful flowers. Clear the walkways. Fix peeling paint and wind up that hose. Paint the address number on the curb. Make Repairs to Visible BlemishesIs there something that’s an eyesore, […]