Posts Categorized: Buying a Home

IMPORTANCE of LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

We’ve all heard the saying – there are three crucial aspects in determining a property’s desirability: location, location, and location. However, in recent times, our perception of what might be considered an attractive location has shifted. What exactly is the importance of location and what makes a location truly worthwhile? Traditionally some of the things that […]

So Your Offer Was Accepted – Now What?

Your agent found you the perfect home and your offer came in at a price the seller liked! You’re heading into escrow, so what should you be prepared for? Your offer was accepted, but there are still some steps to take! In a market as competitive as today’s, having your offer accepted is cause for celebration. […]

What’s Non-Negotiable, and Where To Compromise When Buying Your Home

With low interest rates, now is the perfect time to get into your next (or first) home. But we recommend going into this exciting venture prepared. You will need to know what’s non-negotiable and where to compromise when buying your home. Your home is your safe haven – your refuge from the outside world. It’s a […]

Where Will My Cat Poop? Advice For Homeowners With Pets

When you are looking for a new home, it’s important to consider not only your needs, but the needs of your fur babies, and any fur babies you are considering bringing into your family in the future. There is a lot of advice for homeowners with pets out there. So, sorting through it all can prove […]

Californians Are the Biggest Target of Escrow Scams

Just hours after submitting their $775,000 down payment for their new home, Kevin and Nicole Noar from Solana Beach discovered they’d been scammed. Instead of the money going to their escrow agent’s account, it went to a hacker’s bank account in Singapore, according to ABC 10 News San Diego. Welcome to the world of escrow scams. […]

New Parents? What to Consider When Buying a Home

Are you a new parent? Then it’s understandable that you might be thinking of buying a new home. After all, a three-bedroom single-family home in a quiet suburb is usually a better place to raise your children than a one-bedroom condo in the city center — no matter how nice the condo is. Before you […]

What You Need to Know About Buying a Historic Home

If your clients fall in love with a historic home, they need to know that buying and owning one can be more complicated than a regular home. Here are some things you should inform them of so that they have all the information they need before buying a historic home. If you are a real […]