The Key to a Successful San Diego Home Sale

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Today, I'm going to discuss how to get your home ready for the market and how you can boost your home's curb appeal.

Once buyers find homes they're interested in online, they will drive by to see what the home looks like in person. While there is nothing you can do about your neighbors, there are some things you can do to make your home stand out.

1. Landscaping: Your landscaping needs to be in great shape if you want to impress people from the street. This means the lawn needs to be trimmed, you need to have fresh mulch in the flower beds, and you need to ensure there are no dead plants or leaves cluttering up the yard. 
2. Clean and maintain: You want your home to come across as clean and well-maintained. You can power wash the exterior and touch up some of the paint as well. 
3. Paint your front door: This is one of the first things buyers will notice. It's where you can really give a great first impression, so it's important that it looks great.

It can be simple and easy to get your home looking nice - it's just a matter of putting in the necessary time. If you would like more tips on how you can get your home ready for the market, or if you need real estate assistance of any kind, give us a call or shoot us a quick email. We would love to hear from you! 

Is There a Secret to Submitting a Winning Offer?

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As the spring real estate market continues to heat up, there is no better time to share some tips on how you can remain competitive in a multiple offer situation. Today, I share five things that will help you get your offer accepted. With inventory as tight as it is, you need to make your offer stand out if you don't want to miss out on the home of your dreams! 

1. Have a strong financial package: Don't wait until you find the perfect home before getting a pre-approval. You need to work with a quality lender, who is willing to go to bat for you and place a call to the listing agent explaining how great you are. You also want to have your proof of funds for your down payment ready. 
2. Present an irresistible offer: You're going to know what you want in terms of close of escrow, purchase prices, etc. - but you really need to take the seller's needs into account. That's where a great agent comes in to play. They will help determine the most feasible course of action for both the buyer and seller.
3. Make it personal: If the seller is receiving many offers, you need to do something to distinguish yourself. If you have the opportunity to meet the sellers or the neighbors, we highly recommend it. We recommend putting together a small bio that explains what it is about the house that you love and why it's the perfect fit for you.
4. Don't have any regrets: You want to get your offer in as quickly as possible and make as strong of an offer as you're comfortable making. If you don't get the property, know that you went as high as you were willing to go for it.
5. Find a great agent: Not only will a great agent advise you on many different details, they will be proactive in reaching out to the listing agent and building that relationship.

As you can see, being prepared is one of the most important things you can do when submitting an offer. If you have any questions about getting yours accepted in a multiple offer situation, or if you need real estate assistance of any kind, give us a call or shoot us a quick email. We would love to help you find success in real estate this spring!

Is a Real Estate Bubble Forming in San Diego?

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We have a booming real estate market here in San Diego, and appreciation has been increasing a lot in the past few years. There has been some talk about a real estate bubble forming, and I want to address this issue today.

To put it plainly, I do not think a bubble is forming here in San Diego. I say this because there has been a dramatic change in the way people are getting loans. They were handing out loans like candy back when the market crashed. People with no jobs and no income could qualify for loans, and that would never, ever happen today. There were lots of zero-down loans, and lots of other reckless lending practices that contributed to the bubble forming and the market crashing. 

This recent run-up in the market is different. Buyers are now having to qualify for a 30-year fixed loan with all of their payments included. In most cases, a significant down payment is also required. When people have equity in their homes, it provides a cushion against a potential bubble or downturn in the economy.

I hope this answers your questions about a real estate bubble forming. I don't think we have a lot to worry about, because lenders have improved their standards and people now have more equity in their homes.

As always, if you need assistance with San Diego real estate, please don't hesitate to contact me!