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What Does It Cost To Sell A House? The cost to sell a house in San Diego varies. There are the typical fees such as Title and Escrow Fees. Then “the Property County Tax”. Yes, you have to pay for that portion of the year if you have not already paid this along with your mortgage payments. There is also a county … Continue reading...
What Is A Contingent Offer? There are different kinds of contingent offers when it comes to buying and/or selling a house. One type of contingent offer is when a buyer puts an offer on a seller’s home but is only able to buy that house if the home that they currently own sells. Another type of contingent … Continue reading...
Having a Solar System in your home is very popular these days in San Diego. I am seeing more and more homeowners in North Park and South Park with a Solar System installed in their homes often. Before you think about having this done, ask yourself one question. Do you see yourself living in that home for more than … Continue reading...
Real Estate Market Recovery As our real estate market moves slowly to a thorough recovery, we can see the housing crisis is indeed behind us. The values of homes are up in San Diego. Sales of homes are up, and foreclosures and short sales are at the lowest point in the past years. In 2018 we have seen the market … Continue reading...
Home renovations do not have to break the bank. Here are some ideas that will help whether you are planning on staying in your house for a while or whether you are planning to sell your home in the near future. Knowing what type of home projects will net you the highest dollar amount and max your ROI is always a … Continue reading...
With home values in North Park and other neighborhoods in San Diego appreciating at record rates, some people think we may be heading for an additional housing bubble; just like the one, we went through about 10 years ago. Some of the blame of that housing boom and bust was the loosening of standards of lending … Continue reading...
Things to Expect When Buying a Fixer-Upper for Your First Home If you are faint of heart, then buying a fixer-upper may not be for you. However, for many first-time homebuyers, it’s a great way to get into the market today. Make sure you are familiar with what it will take to renovate a house and what the buying … Continue reading...
Many home sellers think that pricing their house to sell based on the home across the street that sold last year for a high amount. Or, they just figure they “need’ a certain amount after the sale. Some sellers will pick a number that sounds like they would be very happy with instead of doing the proper research … Continue reading...
Is it time to sell your home in North Park or South Park? Here are the top 4 things your Realtor should speak with you about doing to make sure your home is ready for sale. 1. Make the Minor Repairs Needed Daily living in your home looks completely different than getting ready to sell a home. Many times people … Continue reading...
“Frozen” Presented by Disney on Ice Ice skating has never been more fun to watch in San Diego with unbelievable special effects and amazing music. Minnie Mouse and Mickey Mouse are the hosts, and there are special appearances by the stars of Finding Dory, The Lion King, and Toy Story. This is a special treat that … Continue reading...
Selling a home in North Park these days can happen quickly if properly executed. We keep hearing about how low the inventory is and what a great seller's market we are in. Yes, we are in a seller's market. However, because of this, we sometimes run across homeowners that believe they can get much more than what … Continue reading...
Mistakes Homebuyers Make Buying a home is a big deal and requires a lot of thought and preparation. I have seen homebuyers mistakes many times so decided to share them with you so you can learn from them. Preparing your finances upfront is something that you should do before going out and searching for houses. In … Continue reading...
Getting Ready for a Mortgage? Are you waiting until you are ready to move out of your current home to begin the process of getting financially prepared to buy a home? Most people don’t have a pile of cash laying around to buy a home outright. They depend on financing the loan through a bank and having a mortgage. … Continue reading...
Buying a home in San Diego can be very exciting but can feel scary at the same time. If you think about it too long and listen to too many people who don't own a home or even some that do, you may become paralyzed with fear and never jump in. It is ok to be careful and do your homework. But, over analyzing … Continue reading...
Homes for sale in San Diego are hard to find these days. With a limited amount of inventory, finding a home and getting your offer accepted before someone else is getting more difficult these days. If you have been searching for "coming soon" real estate listings but have not been successful at it, here is a … Continue reading...
Introducing Urban Sophistication with this North Park Contemporary home featuring magnificent views, day or night. Attention to detail was used when designing the fresh look this house offers. Enjoy Morley Field park, just one block away, where you can hike, spend time on the tennis courts, take the dog to the … Continue reading...
When getting ready to buy or sell a house there are a lot of Realtors and/or Real Estate Agents to choose from. You are probably asking yourself, "which Realtor should I choose?Many have had their license for a long time but don’t necessarily sell many homes. Then, there are others who just received their license … Continue reading...
Search for the latest just listed homes for sale in San Diego's Metro Neighborhoods. Here you will see homes that have hit the market within the last 30 days. … Continue reading...
You may be thinking of buying a house in San Diego but are not sure what your credit score is. There are several sites such as www.creditkarma.com or www.freecreditreport.com that you can go to that will run your credit score yearly and for free. The great thing is that you won’t take a hit to your score by using … Continue reading...
Check out these Beautiful Homes Available Today in San Diego! Click here to subscribe Sort by: Latest Listings Price, Highest to Lowest Price, Home Size, Smallest to Largest Distance.... For information about the current homes for sale and homes coming soon, contact the McT Real Estate Group right … Continue reading...
North Park, like other neighborhoods in the San Diego Metro Communities, have gotten expensive throughout the years. However, with today's low-interest rates and the cost of renting a house, it may be better to search for an affordable home for sale in North Park in the long run. Check out the most affordable … Continue reading...
Have you have been thinking of decorating your home for quite a while but you don’t have a large budget and don’t know where to start? There are many things that you can do that won’t break the bank. First, one of the least expensive things that can completely transform your home is paint. Paint is your … Continue reading...
1-Hose Down Your Home While living in San Diego, one does enjoy the perfect year-round weather that most people from other parts of the Country only dream of. However, homes become very dusty and accumulate a layer of soot. If you don’t get rid of this your home will look dull and dirty before its time. A home … Continue reading...
What Colors to Use to Make a Room Look Bigger? Lighter colors are always best when trying to make a small room look larger than it is. There are nice soft creamy whites and very light greys that do this well. Painting the walls and ceiling the same color also adds volumes. It will create an … Continue reading...
Halloween in San Diego in 2017 is full of Haunted Tales and Spooky Zombies. If you love Halloween and happen to live in San Diego or be on vacation, you will be in for some Tricks along with some Treats. Scary Places to Visit During Halloween in San Diego: • The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park From Sept. 29th- … Continue reading...
The McT Real Estate Group would like to share with you our Fall Guide to Selling your House in San Diego in the Fall of 2017. It is full of great information about the current Real Estate market that we are in right now. We have all heard about the Real Estate Inventory Nationally being … Continue reading...
You have decided to buy your first home in San Diego. This is great news! The first thing that comes to mind is, should you buy a Single Family Home, a Condo, or a Townhouse? These are all great options but let’s not forget about another great option. What about buying a Duplex or a Triplex? These are great … Continue reading...
There are lots of companies offering their Solar Panels for Homes and showing you how much money you will save in “x” amount of years with renewable energy. Saving money on your electric bill is great. However, do you have plans on staying in your home for 10-20 years? Do you think that you may have a job … Continue reading...
Renting your house in North Park can be easy if you are the owner of the home. However, are you ready to do this? Are you ready to be a landlord? There are certain things to consider if you are planning to turn your home into a rental. Here are a few tips that will help you decide whether this is the best thing … Continue reading...
This Spanish Style Home is located at 3020 Bancroft Street in North Park, close to restaurants, cafes, and nearby Balboa Park. We will have a pre-sneak preview before it goes on the public market next week. The barrel ceilings in the living room, along with beautiful arched picture window and dark wood … Continue reading...
We are getting ready to put this lovely two bedroom bungalow on the market in the next couple of days. It is located in La Mesa close to restaurants, shopping and easy access to the freeways. Drive up to the front house and you will be delighted with the curb appeal that the home offers. The open concept … Continue reading...
How To Buy A House In San Diego You have reached a point in your life where you know it is the right time to buy a home but not sure exactly where to start. There is so much information out there. Because of this would think that making a decision would be a little easier. But in fact, it sometimes is more … Continue reading...
Living in San Diego is amazing. We have the best weather in the world. For those of you who like putzing around in the garden, you will be able to do so year-round. If you own your home, there are many drought tolerant landscaping ideas that you can find by either searching online or by simply walking around … Continue reading...
Come Visit our New Listing in Clairemont. We will be open today and tomorrow. Get Directions Click Here OPEN HOUSE July 22, Saturday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM July 23, Sunday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Property Video Description Maps & Local Schools Walk Score Print Brochure Our Reviews $ … Continue reading...
Buying or selling a home is serious business, and it can be overwhelming at times due to all the details and stress that come along with the process. Figuring out how to stage your home to get the maximum price, keeping things clean for buyers, looking for the perfect house to accommodate your family...it’s pretty … Continue reading...
1829-1827 Granada Avenue is a duplex property located in one of the best areas in South Park, just one block from the park. The top floor is a two bedroom one bathroom home that is approximately 950 square feet. The bottom studio is approximately 400 square feet. This makes a great place for a vacation rental, … Continue reading...
There are several fees that take place when selling a home in San Diego known as “Closing Costs” and can get a bit confusing. Both Home Buyers and Home Sellers have their own closing costs and some fees are negotiable and some are not. Having an experienced and savvy Realtor on your side will save you money and … Continue reading...
As you search for homes for sale in San Diego’s hot market, you may come across a “For Sale by Owner”. You may be tempted to knock on the door or call the number advertised. You may think that going directly to the seller, this may save you a lot of money. Well, the complete opposite may be true. Most Home … Continue reading...
We are getting ready to list this gorgeously remodeled two bedroom condo located on the top floor of a quaint Spanish Style complex in North Park. Attention to detail in every nook and cranny has been skilfully tailored when designing this warm and modern space. If you love cooking then the kitchen will be a … Continue reading...
San Diego is beautiful whether you are walking through different neighborhoods or whether you are driving through. However, in order to have a real idea of the landscape that this city offers, take a look from overhead. Whether you are looking for things to do in San Diego on vacation or whether you are thinking … Continue reading...
Take a peek at this beautiful Spanish Influenced Home located in a quiet pocket of North Park, in San Diego located at 2416 Vancouver Ave. Walk up to the front and open the door to a very spacious living room which features a wood-burning fireplace, privacy shutters, and handsome molding. The kitchen has open … Continue reading...
We have a top floor two bedroom condo coming up "For Sale" in North Park within the next couple of weeks that you will love.It is located at 4205 Ohio Street, San Diego and is a must see. Freshly updated with two master suites on each wing of the unit. The updated kitchen has open views of the dining and living … Continue reading...
Selling a home fast does not mean you have to sell it under market value. The McT Real Estate Group can sell quickly for top dollar - and have done this for many years in San Diego. A well-prepared house that is properly marketed and appropriately priced will typically sell in our metro neighborhoods within the … Continue reading...
Let’s face it; whether you like it or not, we are now living in an advanced technology environment. If you call a company, be it large or small, chances are that you will be prompted to “press 1 to speak to _____, or press 2 to speak to ____, and then you will hopefully get directed to the correct department. Here … Continue reading...
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The 92104 zip code is in North Park. This neighborhood is part of what is known as metro San Diego. It is located just East of Hillcrest and West of Kensington. There are many cool shops, Restaurants of all types, a great selection of breweries and lots of diversity. The homes are mostly Craftsman Bungalows, … Continue reading...
Recently, Harris Poll conducted a survey that was released by SunTrust Mortgage. It stated that the kids' opinions under the age of 18 played a large roll in their home buying decision. When looked at in detail, the results showed that 74% of homeowners, parents ages 18-36 said that when buying a home, their … Continue reading...
