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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
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...
The Best Way to Sell Your Home for Top Dollar
If you are considering putting your home on the market because you would like to sell your home, there are many things that you can do to prepare. In order to sell your home in San Diego County for top dollar, there are certain steps that you...
Good or Bad? The Skinny on Lease Option Agreements
The other day, one of the agents in our office met up with a home seller that was in a tough spot and had a great question. She and her siblings had tried to sell their family home a few years back but were unable to sell at their selected sales...
What Buyers and Sellers Must Know About Disclosures
If you are buying a home in San Diego County and beyond, there is definitely a lot to know about the California homebuying process and disclosures. THE TRUTH ABOUT PROPERTY DISCLOSURES One thing that is extremely important (and sometimes...
Here’s a Quick Home Makeover for the Budget Conscious
Not every home makeover has to be a major project that lasts days, weeks, or even months. There are a ton of quick touch-ups and fixes that can make a huge difference in the look and feel of your home, even though you can finish the project in...
Things to Do When Moving into a New Home
Want a hassle-free move? The key is to be organized and plan your move well in advance. We’ve got you covered: 6 Weeks Before: Buy moving supplies such as boxes, tape, bubble wrap and other moving essentials. Downsize belongings. This will help save money on your...
Signs You Hired the Wrong Real Estate Agent
Hiring a qualified agent—someone who will be able to take you step-by-step through the process—can be difficult. But hiring the wrong agent is a big mistake. Here are eight tell-tale signs you hired the wrong agent. Bad First Impression One’s first impression is...
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'...