Down Payment Assistance Programs Can Help Pave the Way to Homeownership

If you’re looking to buy a home, your down payment doesn’t have to be a big hurdle. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 38% of first-time homebuyers find saving for a down payment the most challenging step. But the reality is, you probably don’t need to put down as much as you think: Data from NAR shows the median […]

Unpacking the Long-Term Benefits of Homeownership

If you’re thinking about buying a home soon, higher mortgage rates, rising home prices, and ongoing affordability concerns may make you wonder if it still makes sense to buy a home right now. While those market factors are important, there’s more to consider. You should think about the long-term benefits of homeownership too. Think about this: if you know […]

Is It Really Better To Rent Than To Own a Home Right Now?

You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s better to rent right now than it is to own your home. But before you let that impact your decisions, you should understand what these claims are based on. A lot of the time, these reports are assuming things that aren’t realistic for the average […]

Don’t Let Rising Inflation Delay Your Homeownership Plans

If you’re thinking about buying a home, experts say owning a home is historically a good hedge against inflation. Let’s chat if you are ready to start the home buying process today. Just send me an email or call 619-888-2117.

Help the world by composting your kitchen scraps. Here’s how

Rerouting food waste can both help reverse global warming, harness power of soil amendments BY JEANETTE MARANTOS LOS ANGELES TIMES FEB. 12, 2022 6 AM PT The howls on social media have been fierce since the state started mandating that food waste stay out of garbage destined for the landfill. But here’s a confession from a longtime […]

Homebuyers: Hang In there

If you’re planning to buy a home and have questions, let’s talk. You can contact me by email or call 619-888-2117. Lisa Ashkins, MA, CNE – Broker Associate, DRE#01764182 – Coldwell Banker West

What’s Motivating People To Move Right Now?

This year, Americans are moving for a variety of reasons. The health crisis has truly reshaped our lifestyles and our needs. Spending so much more time in our current homes has driven many people to reconsider what homeownership means and what they find most valuable in their living spaces. According to the 2020 Annual National Movers […]

Homeowners Today Have Tremendous Equity

You may have more home equity today than you realize. Let’s discuss how you can leverage that equity in your next move. You can contact me by email or call 619-888-2117. Lisa Ashkins, MA, CNE – Broker Associate, DRE#01764182 – Coldwell Banker West

Are You Water Smart?

The San Diego County Water Authority has a great website to help you save money at home and in the garden. There are landscape classes, incentive programs and so much more available to you. With summer in full swing, and most folks at home, maybe it’s a good time to look at the WaterSmart website […]

Are You Ready To Graduate From Renting To Owning A Home?

With graduation season in full swing, many may be pondering a change in their living quarters. Some may be moving out of Mom and Dad’s house into dorms, or maybe out of dorms into their own apartments. But what if you’re ready to take an even bigger step—moving out of a rental into a home […]