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In June 2019, the California State Assembly passed AB-1482, a proposal intended to avoid unreasonable rent increases at a time when certain rental markets in the Golden State are heating up. Prior to the introduction of AB-1482, rent control measures were mostly imposed at the municipal level, but the bill seeks to spread them all Continue…
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As the days start to warm up, there are some unique safety concerns condo owners may need to worry about. Summer may be an entertaining time, but people are more likely to encounter problems like theft, mold, and flooding. In addition to the dangers your condo can encounter, you may also face some problems yourself Continue…
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After a few months of diminished real estate sales activity and slightly lower property values in 2019, the San Diego housing market is once again heating up and tilting the scale in favor of sellers. According to a report published by the Greater San Diego Association of Realtors in late May, median prices have recovered Continue…
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When it comes to buying homes, negotiating is one of the most frequently misunderstood aspects. It’s possible to save thousands of dollars by taking the time to negotiate, but doing it incorrectly could end up costing you more money than it saves. There are a few negotiating tactics that can even kill a sale. Whether Continue…
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Some of the most expensive utility water bills in the United States are endured on a monthly basis by residents of Santee, a municipality that happens to be part of San Diego County. According to a 2017 survey published by the American Water Works Association, residents of San Diego pay twice as much as the Continue…
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The real estate market is fairly stable, but this doesn’t mean everything always stays exactly the same. A lot of the tried-and-true home buying advice you may hear from people is no longer reliable. When you’re trying to buy a home, you should probably ignore these outdated pieces of advice people might recommend. Your Offer Continue…
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Nearly 15 years have passed since behavioral economists Stephen J. Dubner and Steven D. Levitt published their groundbreaking book Freakonomics, in which they suggested the days of real estate agents were numbered because of the then-emerging trend of “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO) transactions conducted online. While Levitt and Dubner raised some very good points Continue…
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Everyone has some clutter every now and then, but it can become a real problem for people living in condos in downtown San Diego. This unique way of living is often easy and convenient, but it’s less enjoyable to live in a condo when it’s piled high with stuff you don’t need. If you’re struggling Continue…
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Despite signs of a housing market getting slower in terms of sales volume, prospective buyers are still interested in downtown San Diego lofts. In May 2019, online real estate giant Zillow announced a new program that intends to present all-cash offers to San Diego sellers. The program, which will be known as Zillow Offers, is Continue…
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One of the most common questions sellers ask when they’re putting a home on the market is “Do I need to disclose everything that’s wrong with my home?” Legally mandated disclosures are meant to protect buyers from ending up with homes that have major problems, but they can also make it a little challenging to Continue…
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After years of strong sales and price appreciation, prospective buyers of condos for sale in downtown San Diego are beginning to see signs of price stabilization. Significant discounts have been spotted in the North Park and Bankers Hill districts, which suggests lower selling prices could trickle south to the downtown condo towers and lofts in Continue…
Being able to walk, ride a bike, or take a trolley to nearby amenities and attractions is one of the many reasons condo buyers are attracted to downtown San Diego, and this includes historic structures. While Old Town San Diego and Fort Stockton are the historic spots that attract more tourists, there are quite a Continue…
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The concept of an open floor plan has been ingrained in popular interior design trends since the early 1990s. Basically, “open floor plan” is used to describe residences that have two or more defined rooms joined in some capacity to form a much larger multiuse space. This larger space is usually created by eliminating walls Continue…
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Living in the bustling downtown region of a big city comes with some great opportunities. Whether your dream urban lifestyle includes late-night parties with friends or exploring the neighborhoods, downtown San Diego has something for you. This great area accommodates a variety of urban living styles. Trendy and Social Downtown San Diego has a lot Continue…
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While baby boomers drove the demand for comfortable suburbs, larger homes, and bigger yards farther from the city, millennials are now bucking the trend and increasingly moving from the suburbs and back into downtown cores to be closer to the action. Once there, millennials are more likely to jump into a condo rather than taking Continue…
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When you’re considering moving to a new area, it’s perfectly natural to be concerned about more than just the local schools, parks, and other amenities. One of your biggest concerns about moving to the downtown area of a major city may be local crime rates. While every city has its share of crime, you don’t Continue…
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When people share their homes on Airbnb, they can make money over and above the cost of maintenance. Making the decision to become an Airbnb host will depend on several things, such as economic and social goals, as well as how much time and effort the owner wishes to spend on their condos or lofts. Continue…
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When people think about homeowners associations (HOAs), they often picture meddlesome organizations that exist solely to hassle them with rules and regulations. While it can be a little frustrating to deal with an HOA, it’s important to remember the reason they exist is to make the neighborhood a pleasant, safe environment for everyone involved. There Continue…
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When shopping for condos for sale in downtown San Diego, you’ll quickly find that amenities can make or break a complex. The amenities a condo complex offers greatly influence what your life will be like in the building, so it’s important to decide if something like a pool is right for your needs. Before you Continue…
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Ever since Donald Trump was elected president in 2016, real estate has once again become a topic of interest among prospective American investors. Trump is hardly the only real estate magnate who turned his attention to politics. Former governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger actually made more money from multifamily property development than from bodybuilding and Continue…