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How Long Should I Prepare When Buying a Home?
Not sure where to start or how long it might take to buy a home? Planning the journey to homeownership is exciting but can make you feel a bit lost without a roadmap. In this blog post, we're sharing with you the home buyer timeline—how long it typically takes to...
Real Estate Head-Scratchers: Why Some Homes Won’t Sell
Is your property starting to gather cobwebs, sitting endlessly on the market? There could be many factors at play—some beyond your control, but others might just need a bit of tweaking. Sometimes, it’s the small, overlooked details that hold back a sale, leaving...
Unlock Rental Potential: Understanding ADU Law
Building an accessory dwelling unit or ADU in California is one of the best investments right now and homeowners should look into maximizing these laws to their fullest potential. But first, let’s take a look at what ADUs are and how homeowners can generate rental...
The Irresistible Charm of Fall – And Here’s the Proof
Colder air, warm surroundings — fall has finally come and we’re totally here for it. Some people are busy dressing up their homes to match this lovely season. Take a look at some of our favorite home fall inspirations that prove autumn is the most beautiful season....
Creepy Surprises Your Home Inspector Could Uncover
Home inspections can be as spooky as Halloween. There’s nothing more frightening than a home inspector coming into your home and telling you everything that’s wrong with it. That’s why it’s a good idea to have a general understanding of what to look out for:...
Transform Your Space on a Budget—Here’s How!
You don't need to break the bank for a home transformation on a budget! Not every makeover has to be a massive project that drags on for days or weeks. In fact, there are plenty of quick, low-cost touch-ups that can make a huge impact on how your home looks...
You Asked: What Is the Importance of Home Appraisal?
A home appraisal is an unbiased professional opinion of a home’s value and it is almost always used when purchasing a home. In a purchase, an appraisal is used to ascertain whether the home’s contract price is appropriate given the home’s current condition,...
How to Spot Red Flags in Your Home Search
In this blog post, we’re going to help you figure out if you’ve found your perfect home or if there are hidden issues waiting to cause trouble down the road. While many of these issues have quick and efficient solutions, they are important considerations when making a...
Maintaining a Fresh Space with Pets: 6 Easy Steps
Maintaining a fresh space with pets can definitely be a challenge! While your furry friends bring so much joy, they also come with their own set of messes (and smells). Between fur, accidents, and general pet odors, it can feel like you’re always playing catch-up with...
Staging Your Home for Success in the Spring Market
Spring in San Diego isn’t just about perfect beach weather and blooming flowers but it’s also peak home-buying season! With buyers coming out in full force, this is the perfect time to make your home shine. But here’s the thing: first impressions matter. A well-staged...
Words That Sell: The Top Words That Attract Homebuyers
How do you make your listing stand out to home buyers in a sea of homes? Simple: use the right words. You’ve probably heard that photos sell homes, but so do words! Selling your home is all about telling a story that buyers can picture themselves in. Certain words...
Things Realtors® Do Behind The Scenes
Realtors® do more than just show houses, pop a “For Sale” sign in the yard, and collect a paycheck. The truth is, real estate agents do a ton of work behind the scenes to make buying or selling a home look effortless. They’re part detective, part therapist, part...
Romantic Touches to Wow Buyers This Valentine’s Day
Chocolates and flowers may be classic Valentine’s Day gestures, but for San Diego homeowners planning to sell, there’s another way to embrace the season of love: staging your home to captivate potential buyers. By crafting warm, romantic spaces, you can create an...
Closing Costs Explained
Buying a home is like planning a big road trip—you’re excited about the destination, but you’ve got to prepare for the pit stops along the way. It may entail a few phantom costs such as homeowners’ insurance, moving costs, and home repairs. These are items that can...
These Underrated Tasks Are Your Home’s Secret to Cleanliness
Keeping your home clean and fresh isn’t just about vacuuming the carpets or wiping down countertops. Some tasks that seem minor, or get forgotten entirely, can actually have a big impact on how tidy and welcoming your home feels. Below are a few home maintenance tasks...
Weird but Brilliant Fixes People Swear By
Let’s be real—things break. And if you’ve got kids, pets, or sometimes bad luck, stuff probably breaks more often than you’d like. The cabinet hinge gives up, your kid breaks off a leg of the coffee table after using it as a launchpad for an epic superhero jump, and...
Green Living: Eco-Friendly Home Practices for Spring in San Diego
Spring in San Diego is like a breath of fresh air… literally. The days are longer, the ocean breeze feels just right, and everything seems to wake up after the chillier months. It’s the season of new beginnings, so why not give your home a fresh, eco-friendly reset?...
Refinancing Your Home: When Is the Right Time?
For many, homeownership is a dream, yet managing mortgage payments alongside financial ambitions can often feel uncertain. If you’re considering whether refinancing is the best choice for you, rest assured you’re not the only one. While refinancing can be a savvy...