Instead of a glut forming, the number of houses for sale between La Jolla and Carlsbad has been decreasing lately. April will be fantastic for sellers! So will May and June, and probably July! 😆 I can help you with that!...
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Retractable Screens Repair
New Design Trends
Last week was the International Builder Show | Kitchen & Bath Industry Show 2024 in Las Vegas. John Burns was there and in his newsletter today he featured the following gizmos:
List-Price Accuracy Gauge
Once a home is for sale but not selling, how do you know what to do? Both buyers and sellers can apply my List-Price Accuracy Gauge: Once the home is on the open market, if it is…… Getting visitors and offers, you are within 5% of being right on price. Getting...
School Guide
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Home Designs for Dogs
Isn't it interesting how some people know what dogs think and feel? Or are they just selling something? “It’s always a good idea to give your dogs a dedicated bed or other comfortable perch that’s a spot only for them—it will make them feel so adored. There are so...
Home Improvements that Pay Off
I like the first three! Link to HGTV: https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/real-estate/top-home-updates-that-pay-off-pictures
Home Sellers Disclosing Repairs
From our broker of record: Q. The seller told me that when he bought the property seven years ago there were drainage, soils and foundation issues. He said he has fixed everything and there have been no issues or problems during his ownership. He said because he...
Hiring A Buyer-Agent
Hopefully the hubbub about realtors' pay will cause consumers to investigate agents more thoroughly, which I've been encouraging for a while. Here's one of my blog posts from 2009 - check the comment section too: by Jim the Realtor | Jul 24, 2009 | Thinking of...
Realtor Definitions
"Curb Appeal" = The art of making your house look so good from the outside that potential buyers forget they can't afford it. "Cozy" = It means you can touch both walls at the same time. "Open Floor Plan" = Good luck finding a place to hide from your family. "Ocean...