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Win a Bidding War on a Popular San Diego Property

Posted on October 1, 2022October 3, 2022 by Ryan Pearson

Finding the right home can be stressful. In a competitive city like San Diego, the right home might be right for other buyers too. The last two years (2020 – 2021) have been the toughest to buy a property in recent history. Demand spiked due to quantitative easing measures causing an influx of cash, investment values, and low interest rates. Supply was low due to lack of a need to sell and worries of moving during covid.

The current market (second half of 2022) has shifted slightly into a buyers market, which creates a lot of opportunities for buyers to capture deals. However, a shift back towards equilibrium and a more balanced market doesn’t mean that all other buyers are gone. So in this post we are going to take a look at some tips for making sure you win a potential bidding war.

How to Know You Have Hired the Right Real Estate Agent

Posted on August 17, 2022August 17, 2022 by Ryan Pearson

Have you decided to sell your home? Or, have you decided to buy a new home? Either way, you must be looking for a real estate agent. Your agent is the only one who can help you sell your home fast and for the best price possible and the only one who can help you find your dream home.

Your real estate agent must be professional, skilled, experienced, local, and reliable. But how do you know that you have hired the right real estate agent? Well, that is why we are here. There are sure signs that show whether a real estate agent is the right one or not, and today, we will share those signs with you. So, if you plan on buying or selling a home anytime soon, keep reading.

Rent vs. Buy in San Diego – Things to Consider

Posted on June 21, 2022June 21, 2022 by Ryan Pearson

Should you rent or should you buy? The most common question when planning a move or settling down. There are many advantages and disadvantages to both buying and renting. However, it depends on your situation and the market for the city where you want to live in. In this case, we’ll focus on rent vs. buy in San Diego. So, let’s explore the pros and cons so you can weigh your options and make the best decision possible.

Most Popular San Diego Neighborhoods for Dog Owners

Posted on April 18, 2022April 18, 2022 by Ryan Pearson

San Diego is the second biggest city in California with over 3.3 million people and there’s a lot to love in “America’s Finest City”. But did you know that San Diego Humane Society estimates there are more than 500,000 dogs in the county? The city that is best known for beaches and weather may be most loved for the culture of animal love. The San Diego Padres’ stadium is even named Petco Park!

Is it better to invest in Real Estate or Stocks in 2020?

Posted on May 5, 2020November 9, 2020 by Ryan Pearson

With Coronavirus in the news and stocks taking a beating in March, many people are wondering what to do with their money. Should you invest in real estate, stocks, or some other asset? Or should you hold onto your cash?

Will quarantine’s economic impact create new opportunities for investing?

In this article we compare stocks and real estate as investment vehicles.