Is a Thanksgiving Open House a Good Idea?

It’s almost Thanksgiving, a time for family, food, and giving thanks for all we have. But is it a good time to sell your home? Of course, no one would suggest leaving the Thanksgiving dinner table early to go house hunting, and don’t even think about trying to compete with Black Friday, but there are several reasons why hosting an …

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Millennial Homebuyership Expected to Rise

There’s a longstanding belief that millennials, people who reached adulthood around the 2000, have no interest in owning a home. This idea has been widely written about, to the point that many have written millennials off as the “rental generation.” But is it true? Information collected by the California Association of Realtors suggests that millennial homebuyership will grow over the …

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Is a Fixer-Upper Worth the Effort?

Many homebuyers think buying a fixer-upper is a great investment. It can save you a lot of money, and give you a real sense of accomplishment when you finish all of the repairs. But how do you know if a particular fixer-upper is worth the effort? Choosing a home that requires massive repairs could end up costing you more overall …

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Common Mistakes People Make when Selling a Home

Selling a home isn’t an exact science, but people often make similar mistakes when they decide to sell their homes. Whether it’s difficulty removing their emotional attachment from the equation, or skimping on some pre-sale expenses, these mistakes can be extremely costly. Before you decide to sell your home, take a deep breath and remember to avoid these home seller …

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What You Should Know About the Escrow Process

After you’ve found your dream home and get your offer accepted, there’s one final step to complete: The escrow process. This step is also referred to as closing, and it’s the last hurdle standing between you and moving into your new home. As your realtor, I’ll be able to guide you through the escrow process, but that’s no reason not …

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Holiday Baskets for Those in Need

With the holidays fast approaching, it’s important to remember those who are less fortunate than us. In the true spirit of the holidays, I invite my readers to do what you can to support the 32nd annual Holiday Baskets Program. The Holiday Baskets program is the largest holiday distribution of its kind in San Diego County. This one-of-a-kind program creates …

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California Association of Realtors to Live Stream Real Estate Summit

For those of us in real estate, the annual summit is an exciting event. It’s a chance to hear some of the top minds in the industry discuss the latest market trends, and provides a great deal of insight into the California housing market. This year, the California Association of Realtors will live stream the event for all to watch. …

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Shred Event on Saturday, November 15

Don’t wait until spring to start cleaning out your old tax returns and assorted confidential documents! Bring your “shreddables” to my office in Encinitas on Saturday, November 15th. A professional shredding company will have a truck parked outside to shred all of your confidential documents for FREE! Stop by on the 15th between 10am and 1pm to have all your …

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Why Was My Home Loan Application Denied?

Applying for a home loan is the first major step toward buying a new house, and having the application be rejected can be a serious setback. It’s important to note that just because your application was declined by one lender, it shouldn’t stop you from shopping around for another lender. Lending is a competitive business, and you may be able …

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Avoiding Homebuyer’s Remorse

Buying a home is one of the largest and most important purchases you’re likely to make. With such an important purchase, you want to ensure that you’re completely satisfied with your new home. This may seem like it goes without saying, but a recent survey performed by mortgage website HSH.com found that 80% of the people polled had at least …

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