In Today’s Market, Listing Prices Are Like an Auction’s Reserve Price

For generations, the process of buying and selling a home never really changed. A homeowner would try to estimate the market value of their house, then tack on a little extra to give themselves some negotiating room. That figure would become the listing price. Buyers would then try to determine how much less than the full price […]

10 Uncommon Home Inspections to Consider Before Selling

Hire inspectors to perform these 10 specialized home inspections to reveal potential problems before you’re scrambling to close on your home sale. Selling your home can be a fraught proposition in even the most booming of markets. In particular, it’s that looming home inspection that can trigger the night sweats. What will the inspector discover? […]

5 Deck Makeover Projects Under $300

By: John Riha, ClientDirect Want to upgrade your deck but watching your budget? Here are 5 easy deck makeover ideas, many well under $300. 1. Add Solar Lighting If you’d like your wood deck to come alive when the sun goes down, add solar lighting. Solar lights don’t need an on/off switch — they […]

6 Reasons to Reduce Your Home Price

While you’d like to get the best price for your home, consider our six reasons to reduce your home price. Home not selling? That could happen for a number of reasons you can’t control, like a unique home layout or having one of the few homes in the neighborhood without a garage. There is […]

Do’s and Don’ts of Home Buyer Incentives

Be sure you’re sending the right message to buyers when you throw in a home buyer incentive to encourage them to purchase your home. When you’re selling your home, the idea of adding a sweetener to the transaction — whether it’s a decorating allowance, a home warranty, or a big-screen TV — can be […]

Real Estate @ a Glance: June 2015 Edition

Here is the most recent information on the San Diego housing market. For specific information on your neighborhood or a market analysis on your home, please send me an email or call me at 619-888-2117. Reportable Period :: APRIL 2015 :: SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Median Sales Price: $462,500 Days on the Market Until Sale: […]

How to Survive a Bidding War

Let’s face it, the home-buying process is stressful. Factor in incredibly competitive market conditions and you may need to book a week at the spa just to get through the next open house. Never fear, here are a few tried-and-true tips that have helped clients’ offers come out on top — even in the most […]

Real Estate @ a Glance: April 2015 Edition

Here is the most recent information on the San Diego housing market. For specific information on your neighborhood or a market analysis on your home, please send me an email or call me at 619-888-2117. Reportable Period :: March 2015 :: SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® All expectations in 2015 are for a healthy […]

The Mortgage Challenge

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Real Estate @ a Glance: January 2015 Edition

Here is the most recent information on the San Diego housing market. For specific information on your neighborhood or a market analysis on your home, please send me an email or call me at 619-888-2117. Reportable Period :: December 2014 :: SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® It has been another recovery year in 2014 but not […]