Archives for January 2013

Housing demand too strong for supply

It wasn’t too long ago when for sale and foreclosure signs lined our streets and neighborhoods for months on end with buyers afraid to make a move only to see home values drop more. Those days however are long gone. In San San Diego County, a home seller can expect to receive multiple offers on […]

Headlines in Real Estate for week ending January 11th 2013

There has been lots of positive news in real estate as of late such as equity increasing, rising list prices and great looking forecasts for the housing sector. Here are the real estate headlines you may have missed: CA short sellers may not be off the hook yet Di Matteo Group A much anticipated and […]

1543 Sonora Dr # 234, Chula Vista, CA 91911

1543 Sonora Dr # 234 Chula Vista, CA 91911 | Bon Vivant Sold: $172,500 Bedrooms:   4 Bathrooms:   2.5 Est. Sqft.:   1,460 Lot Size:   1,306sqft Year Built:   1975 Great value! 4 bedroom townhome features remodeled kitchen, new windows throughout, private patio, detached garage and so much more. Feels like a detached […]

Why it feels homes sell before you get to them

In todays competitive real estate market many buyers find themseves frustrated at their choice of homes available. This can be especially true of those home buyers scouring the web without the help of a real estate professional or at least a competent one. The would be buyer will perform countless searches through consumer websites such […]

Guide to buying real estate at auctions

Many home buyers think that real estate auctions are the best way to get a good deal on a home.  While there are certainly deals to be had, auctions also can be dangerous for buyers. Here are a few tips for those brave enough to take on real estate auctions. Buyers planning to attend an […]

Headlines in Real Estate for week ending January 4th 2013

With the new year comes new regulations aimed at protecting homeowners, the cliff avoided and much more. Here are the real estate headlines you may have missed. New homeowner protections go into effect Jan. 1 San Diego Union-Tribune The start of the new year brings more protections to California homeowners, mainly those who are trying […]

CA short sellers may not be off the hook yet

Amid the fiscal cliff resolution a number of measures were subtly added in the bill ranging from tax breaks for NASCAR to tax credits for algae growers (I’m not making these things up). A much anticipated and welcome piece of legislation was the extension of the Mortgage Debt Releif Act of 2007 to January 1st, […]

The shifting desires of homebuyers [Infographic]

As time goes by priorities and circumstances tend to change not only our lives but our expectations and needs. This especially holds true to the way we live and the features of the homes we live in. Here’s a look at some of the trends which point to changes in homebuyers’ needs and wants over […]