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What You Need to Know Before Actually Hiring an Agent

What You Need to Know Before Actually Hiring an Agent

If you are considering purchasing a home in San Diego County or beyond, you have probably already begun your home search.No doubt you have looked at homes on the Internet. According to the National Association of Realtors®, 92% of home buyers...

Why It Pays to Sell Your Home During the Holiday Season

Why It Pays to Sell Your Home During the Holiday Season

Even though the holiday season is generally a time when people are focused on family, spirituality, gift-giving, and charitable pursuits, the holiday season is actually a really great time for people to sell homes. Seems strange, right? Why...

You Don’t Need 20 Percent Down to Buy a Home

You Don’t Need 20 Percent Down to Buy a Home

A survey by Ipsos found that the American public is still somewhat confused about the types of requirements to obtain a mortgage loan in today’s housing market. The study pointed out two major misconceptions that we want to address today.DOWN...

Escrow. Explained.

Escrow. Explained.

Home buying is currently en vogue again. And, homebuyers in North San Diego County and beyond have been busy searching the Internet for homes for sale and attending open houses. Once you have found the home that you are looking for, you write...

Flipping Houses – Can you actually make money?

Flipping Houses – Can you actually make money?

What is flipping houses? You’ve probably seen it advertised on television. Some weekend long course where you go and some “guru” teaches you how to make money by buying a home, fixing it, and then immediately selling it for a profit. BUYING A...

Spotlight: The Skinny on Real Estate Commission

Spotlight: The Skinny on Real Estate Commission

After receiving calls for real estate advice or consultations, I’ve heard these words many times. “Thanks, so much. How much do I owe you?” People are always surprised by the response—nothing but how do real estate agents get paid? What is the...

Which Loan Is Right for Your Home

Which Loan Is Right for Your Home

Buying a home is often the largest purchase one will make in their lifetime. So we want to make sure we’re making the right decision every step of the way. One of the most important considerations is figuring out the right loan for you. But before knocking on lenders'...

Party in the USA: Ideas to Celebrate 4th of July

Party in the USA: Ideas to Celebrate 4th of July

Happy Independence Day, America! The streets are starting to be filled with stars and stripes and events lined up for this important day. If you’re thinking of having your own party at home, here are a few simple ideas for a patriotic celebration this coming July 4th....

Guilt-Free Ways to Declutter Keepsakes

Guilt-Free Ways to Declutter Keepsakes

  Your favorite stuffed bear from childhood, grandma’s old rocking chair, your kids’ artwork, your wedding dress, plane tickets to your travels abroad, and love notes from your spouse – these things probably put a smile on your face and brought you back in time....