As you probably know, home buying is a serious decision that should not be taken lightly. Buyers are often hesitant to jump into such a large purchase – and such an unfamiliar transactional territory. However, as outlined in our articles Tax Benefits of Homeownership and Renting vs. Buying, owning a home is a smart financial decision [...]
Most people dream of one day purchasing a home which requires a down payment. Strategizing now about how best to achieve homeownership will make the process that much easier when it is time to buy. Committing to a well-organized and detailed financial plan will help you achieve your objective and keep you focused throughout the [...]
Please raise your hand if you hate commuting. Now… keep your hand up if you feel that life would be significantly better with an extra hour per day to do the things you actually enjoy. Wow, that’s a lot of hands (yes, I can see you through your webcam!). My point here is that it [...]
As a former UCSD water polo player and triathlete, I exercised 3 to 6 hours per day. That regimen is no longer attainable. Nonetheless, I understand that physical activity is vital to my well-being. Now is the perfect time to develop good habits to fit our demanding work schedules. I advocate for the lunchtime workout. [...]
Median prices slightly increased 1.3% for detached homes in San Diego County from the end of the second quarter to the end of the third quarter. Attached residences in San Diego County slightly decreased 0.5% over this same period. Detached homes had higher prices at the end of the third quarter, up 8.6% from the [...]
Has anyone ever told you investment properties are an excellent vehicle for savings and wealth? Become a landlord? Let someone else pay your mortgage? Passive income? I know I’ve heard it, read it and seen it. It is not the only place for your money as a diversified portfolio in equities, bonds, cash and other [...]
A frequent question that prospective home buyers must ask themselves is whether they should continue to rent or potentially spend a bit more per month and venture into buying a home. I am going to try to help break down each of these options and get into some details about owning that you may or [...]
Whether you are the listing agent for a property or you have decided to take on the daunting task of selling your own home, an open house is an extremely important tool for drawing the interest of qualified buyers. Even in high-demand markets like San Diego and Orange County, simply setting a date and opening [...]
In today’s real estate landscape, tenants, like buyers, are finding it increasingly more difficult to find and secure the perfect home. Often times, tenants compete with multiple applications, especially in highly desirable areas like San Diego and Orange County. Even if that is not the case, the rental may not be a good fit because [...]
Making the move from renting to buying can be unnerving. Potential buyers must begin by asking themselves if it is a good financial move. At first look, it often appears as though renting is a much cheaper option than buying. However, when you take into account the various tax benefits offered by homeownership, this is [...]