4 Tips for Buying a Home in Your 20s

If you or someone you know is planning on buying a home in their 20s, we’ve got a few great tips to share. Here they are.

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We have to give it to millennials. They’re smart, they’re tech-savvy, they know what they want, and they know how to go find it. If you're a millennial homebuyer, you live with one, or you know one, here are a few things that you should keep in mind:

1. Make sure that you’re committed. You need to explore the pros and cons and make a definitive decision that this is what you want to do. Regardless of your situation, making that decision is critical.

2. Understand your budget. What is your cost of living? We don’t want buying a property to change your lifestyle dramatically. 

3. Meet with a lender. Agents like us know who the best lenders are and can connect you with them. Connecting with a lender is important because they will help you get pre-approved so you can understand exactly what you can qualify for.

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We know the best lenders and can connect you with them.

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4. Find a great agent. You need an agent that understand you, your needs, and the market. Then they will be able to advise you on what a great buy looks like and what pitfalls you need to avoid.

If you have any questions for us or you’re interested in buying or selling a home, don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

4 Surprising Factors That Affect Your Home’s Resale Value

Did you know that your home’s proximity to a Starbucks plays a role in its value? Here are three more surprising factors in your home’s market value.

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We’re back to check in with you regarding some interesting information we’ve come across. Across the country, there are four specific things that are affecting home values:

1. Your proximity to a Starbucks. 

2. Blue kitchens. If you’re thinking of doing a remodel, think blue.

3. Trendy features. In particular, farmhouse sinks and barn doors have increased click-through rates on listings and overall sales in different marketplaces.

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If you’re thinking about a kitchen remodel, think blue.

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4. Commutability to downtown. This always increases home value at a big rate.

If you have any questions about any of these things or about San Diego real estate in general, we’re always happy to help. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Should You Consider Selling Your Own Home?

Selling your own home sounds like a great way to save money. However, there are many pitfalls involved that you are probably unaware of.

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Today we are going to talk about selling your home on your own, commonly referred to as an FSBO (For Sale By Owner). It sounds like an enticing, easy, and inexpensive way of selling your home, but you are not seeing the whole picture. 

When it comes down to it, only 4% of FSBO homes listed result in successful sales. Meanwhile, 96% of FSBOs end up listing their home with an agent after their failed attempt.

Our team is here to support any avenue that you are considering as your neighborhood resource for over 30 years. We are here to answer any questions you have about selling your home on your own.

The reason most FSBO sellers end up hiring an agent is that they did not understand the work that went into the process before beginning it. Many also were unaware of the legal exposure that selling FSBO opens you up to. 

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96% of FSBO home sellers end up listing their home with an agent anyway.

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Another factor playing a role in all this is that homebuyers almost always work with an agent because the service of a buyer’s agent is free. Why would a buyer who is ready, willing, and able to buy want to deal with a homeowner directly when a Realtor is available for them?

If you have any more questions or if you are looking to buy or sell a home here in San Diego, please feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.