Over the history of real estate, buyers have determined the market. They decide how much education and investigation they need to complete before making what is now the biggest decision of their life, and then they proceed when ready - or when they see an attractive...
Thinking of Buying?
Statewide Showings Subside (Slightly)
I'm not alarmed here with a statewide drop-off in showings: Showings are 37.4% above those in early March. They are way ahead of last year! It was going so good that a drop-off was inevitable. Showings declined this time last year too - might be seasonal. If you would...
Move to the Suburbs?
At least this was based on a survey, rather than ivory-tower speculation: Where people choose to live has traditionally been tied to where they work, a dynamic that through the past decade spurred extreme home value growth and an affordability crisis in coastal job...
NSDCC Since April 1st
They send out this survey twice each month - on the 15th and 21st - so these agent comments above were based on their market observations around then. Hopefully they have gotten back to work by now: Town Zip Code New Listings Since April 1st New Pendings Since April...
1627 New Crest Ct, Carlsbad 92011
Our new listing in SW Carlsbad! Davidson-built and better-than-new 4 br+ loft/4.5ba, 4,381sf turnkey home with views at the end of the culdesac! The perfect-sized great room includes the signature chef's island, internet station, massive pantry, extra-large nook and a...
Covid-19 Wrapping Up (?)
New listings, new pendings, and more showings are happening everywhere. Regardless of what you think about it, there are people who are proceeding with their plans to buy and sell homes. The industry is cautious, and you see it in the showing instructions. I haven't...
Penthouse View of Paradise!
Coronavirus Changes to Housing
Rates are getting more attractive and it seems that people are a little more comfortable going out. What will be the priorities for homebuyers?
Buyers’ Market
Tips for buyers and sellers for successfully navigating a buyers’ market.
When Will the Market Comeback?
Everything seems like "If" these days, but if we had a market comeback, the dates of a modified and compressed selling season would be fairly predictable, looking at it logically. The actual results will be a matter of compression and intensity. If there isn't much of...