How Can You Avoid Overpricing Your Home?

When the market is hot and agents are fighting over listings, it’s easy to get caught up in the crossfire, which can cost you the sale of the home. One of the worst things that I see agents do all too often is overprice homes. Lucky for you, I have three easy ways to ensure this doesn’t happen to you.

1. Use a trusted home valuation tool. Don’t rely on sites like Zillow and Trulia. Their home values can be off by as much as 25%!
2. Get a professional opinion. Once you get an online valuation, call a professional to come see your home. Each home is unique, and there are many factors that can make your home worth more than your neighbors'. I love to give homeowners this information because it empowers them to make the best decisions.
3. Keep current. Home values in markets like San Diego can change quickly and your information can become outdated pretty quick. Don’t hesitate to subscribe to monthly emails or newsletters to stay in the loop.

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Home values change all the time in
San Diego, so it’s important to stay updated.

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If you have any questions about how I can help and empower you in your real estate journey, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We would love to hear from you!

3 Simple Ways to Increase Your Home Value

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Have you ever heard the saying "You have to spend money to make money?" It's so true when you're getting ready to refinance or sell your home in San Diego's real estate market.

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Landscaping, kitchens and baths 
will always give you a better return.

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If you've been watching the real estate market, you know that inventory is still very low, and there are a lot of buyers out there who are very selective. So what can you do to either enjoy your home more, prepare for a sale, or prepare for a refinance?

1. Have a professional walk through your home or hire an inspector who will give you an honest evaluation of your home. Sometimes it's even worth paying a few hundred dollars to have an appraisal on your home, which will give you an idea if you have more square footage than you thought, and what the value is.
2. Focus on the money-makers. Landscaping, kitchens and baths will always give you a better return. Look at those areas first both for your own enjoyment or if you're thinking about selling and want to increase your home's value.
3. Focus on curb appeal. Landscaping and security, too. Security and fencing are a sure way to get a quicker sale, which usually means a full-price offer and sometimes, offers above list price.

If you need a professional to come look at your home and find ways to make the most of it, please give me a call! I'm more than happy to help you and your friends through the process.

3 Things to Consider If Your Nest Isn’t Empty

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Do you have young adults living with you in your household? If so, you’re not alone.

In 2000, only 23% of young adults were living with their parents. In 2014, that same number increased to 34%. According to researchers, the rate continues to rise. Right now, more than 36% of young adults live in the household they grew up in.

Maybe you thought you’d have an empty nest sooner and thought you had to downsize, but of course, aren’t in that situation. However, there are a few alternatives to consider.

1. Location is important. You know you still need space, but maybe you can consider a new location to better fit your current lifestyle.

2. Purchase a home with a better floor plan. If you’re living with a young adult, you might need a little bit more privacy. Maybe you can invest in a basement suite.

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Purchase a home with a better 
floor plan.

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3. Rent a home to your children. Let them get roommates! Become a landlord if your budget allows for it.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a San Diego home, give me a call or send me an email. I’d be happy to serve your local real estate needs and answer any questions you might have.