I Was Able To Close Quickly

Daniel is THE best. I needed a property quickly and he reviewed all the options with me and gave me his opinion on the best floor plans, layouts and what was worth considering based on current market conditions. I was able to close quickly and am so happy in my new place. If you are […]

How Do Buyers Evaluate Real Estate Crushes? [Infographic]

Whether it’s love or real estate, having a short list of deal breakers is critical for weeding through crushes to find “the one.” 69% of home-buyers surveyed reported that they have had a “house crush.” Of those surveyed, the top attributes for women were: outdoor living space (54%), an open floor plans (42%), followed by […]

Pinterest Home Remodel: Creating a Budget

Pinning your dream home is easy. The tough part is figuring out what you can afford, and how to make it happen. Follow these steps to help you create a budget for that Pinterest-worthy home remodel: 1. Ballpark Costs First, figure out how much your dream remodel will cost you. Think through the details, and […]

Hard Worker and Extremely Patient

There is a reason why Daniel received so many awards and it’s because he’s a really hard worker and extremely patient, he will not only go the extra mile, he will go ten extra miles for you. After dealing with a couple of real estate agents, one of my wife’s coworkers talked a lot about what […]

112 King Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910 [VIDEO]

Realtor, Daniel Di Matteo of Century 21 Award in Chula Vista introduces us to a great new property coming to the market located at 112 King Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910. 5 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 2,380 Sqft. | + Extra Large Bonus Room This charming Dutch colonial home will leave you breathless with […]

Get To Know Your Realtor

There are many misconceptions about who Realtors® are, and what it is that they do. Below is some information gathered by the National Association of Realtors® about Realtors in 2013: The internet is the primary way buyers look for homes, and most Realtors have tapped into that marketing avenue. 66% of Realtors have their own […]

Things Homebuyers Should Never Say

Buying a home is a very emotional process and can lead some to say more or less than what is needed to successfully negotiate the best deal. I am always scouring the web for real estate news and articles to not only stay on top of the real estate market but also to see what […]

San Diego: Toughest Market for Renters to Own

San Diego may be a very desirable city to live in, but it’ll cost you. A recent analysis of 25 metro areas conducted by SNL, a real estate research firm, reveals San Diego is the most difficult market for renters to become homeowners. According to SNL, this research indicates that in 2013, San Diego buyers […]

Feeling Good About Home Prices [infographic]

The 2013 Home Seller Survey results are in, and they’re quite optimistic. Here is what Sellers are projecting home prices to increase by over the next few years:

For Sale By Owner Advocate Lists Home With Realtor®

CEO of a company whose belief is to sell homes without a real estate agent lists his own home with a Realtor®, raising the question: Is listing your own home actually a losing proposition? Established in 1984, BuyOwner.com is a marketplace for for sale by owner (FSBO) real estate services. BuyOwner.com describes itself as a “powerful online […]