What Turns Off Potential Buyers?

Selling a home isn’t an exact science, but there are some universal truths that prevent some homes from attracting buyers. Bankrate.com surveyed real estate experts and came up with 10 things that turn off prospective homebuyers. For those who are selling their homes, this list is vital reading. When a stranger is viewing your property for the very first time, …

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Keeping Your Property Safe After Moving Out

Many people choose to move out while their home is still on the market. This can be a great way to sell the home to buyers looking to move in immediately, but it could also be a beacon for criminals. Vacant homes can easily attract the wrong element, and the damage they can cause could be astronomical. Graffiti, vandalism, and …

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Design Trends that may Scare Off Buyers

When you sell a home, you want it to appeal to as many potential buyers as possible. This can sometimes be difficult if you’ve spent time creating a home with a unique design sense. Buyers want to picture themselves living In a home, and their dreams may not include the distinct look you’ve created. Before selling your home, read this …

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What’s Happening in San Diego in November

  There’s always something fun and exciting to do in the San Diego area, and November is no exception. The folks at the Equity Title Company have released their November 2014 San Diego Events Calendar, and it’s filled with events that are sure to please everyone in the family. If you’re new to the area, or considering a move, this …

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What to do if a Seller Won’t Negotiate

Simply finding your dream home can sometimes be only half the battle of buying a house. You may find that your offer, no matter how competitive relative to the market, gets rejected by the seller. Sometimes a seller has a set price in mind, and are unwilling to negotiate a lower offer. This can be frustrating for buyers, and is …

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Know Your Home Buyer Rights

When you’re buying a home, there are a few things that will act as determining factors- namely your credit history and your income. Your age, gender, and race, should not play a role. There are many laws in place to protect buyers against discrimination, but you should still be aware of your rights as a buyer, especially if you believe …

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The Power of Moore in 92024

Check your newsstands, readers! I will have an advertisement featured in the November issue of 92024 Magazine.  The issue will be on stands soon, but here’s a sneak peek for my readers:

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Unanticipated Homeownership expenses when Moving from an Apartment

If you’re looking to buy your first home, there’s a good chance you’ve already done your homework. You’ve researched, read blogs, poured through available listings, and budgeted for every expense. Or have you? For people looking to buy their first home after years of renting, there are countless unanticipated expenses that might not have considered. And while they may not …

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What is a FICO Score?

If you’re considering applying for a loan to buy a home, you should familiarize yourself with your FICO score. Your FICO score is the credit score that shows up on your credit report that lenders will see when you apply for a home loan. This score can be critically important in determining if you qualify, and what rates you would …

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Factors that Could Raise your Home Insurance Premiums

Homeowner’s insurance is a necessity to protect yourself and your investment in the event that something goes wrong. Home insurance premiums can be extremely costly, and many people are completely unaware of the factors that could be raising their premium costs. Understanding the factors that can contribute to the price of home insurance premiums can help you keep costs down, …

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