Archive for October, 2005

Should I use a family member as agent to help me buy a house?

Monday, October 17th, 2005

Should I use a family member as agent to help me buy a house?
“Hi Gary. I’m going to be buying a home in Clairemont or Pacific Beach. My wife’s uncle is retired, but he has a license and she wants to use him. But I want to use a good full-time agent like you or […]

Proposition 60 and 90

Friday, October 14th, 2005

Proposition 60 and 90
“Hello and thanks for your newsletter ) I’m trying to keep track of real estate, with an eye to moving from a house to a condo. What’s all this about being able to keep your Prop 13 taxes if you’ve passed your 55th birthday? Are there any catches? Keep up the […]

Selling For Sale By Owner

Tuesday, October 11th, 2005

“I know it’s a good idea to use a broker to sell a home in Hillcrest, but I need to get every penny out of it and I’m thinking of trying to sell on my own. Can you give me any tips?”
***ANSWER:
I understand where you’re coming from. Most of my clients need every penny […]

Should I put in New Carpet?

Friday, October 7th, 2005

Should I put in New Carpet?
“Hi Gary. I’m going to be selling my home in Pacific Beach that you sold me way back 20 years ago. Would you believe I never changed that green carpet?! But it’s all worn out now. So do you suggest I recarpet or just offer a credit instead? I’ve […]

How can I search the San Diego Multiple Listing Service (MLS)?

Sunday, October 2nd, 2005

Through agreements on the San Diego MLS, agents can offer limited access to all listings in the MLS. For a self-directed service we offer our VIP version of MarketWatch. Another option is to contact one of our team members at 858-457-5368 for a more detailed and customized search that is much more precise.
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