As a local Realtor, I’ve been following the landmark legal settlement governing real estate commissions that takes effect in a matter of days. According to San Diego Union-Tribune, the National Association of Realtors agreed to two changes in how buyers’ agents get paid: * Seller offers to buyer agents no longer can be made in…

The real estate landscape in Southern California is about to change drastically. Starting August 13th, most home shoppers will need to sign contracts with agents to view properties for sale, according to San Diego Union-Tribune. This means that buyers will be obligated to pay their own commissions if they can’t get a seller to cover…

As a local realtor, I often get asked questions about homeowner’s associations (HOAs) by my clients. Recently, I received a few questions regarding HOA board size and education options. One resident asked about the pros and cons of reducing the size of their HOA board from five members to three. They noted that their HOA…

It’s with a heavy heart that I share the news of the sudden closure of Perry’s Cafe. According to San Diego Union-Tribune, the beloved roadside diner on Pacific Highway closed its doors for good on Monday, ending its 39-year run. This closure comes earlier than expected, as the original closing date was set for August…

As a local Realtor, I’m always working to stay ahead of the curve and provide the best possible service to my clients. That’s why I’m closely monitoring the impact of the landmark legal settlement governing real estate commissions, which takes effect in a matter of days, according to San Diego Union-Tribune. The settlement, which resolved…

As a local realtor, I’ve been keeping a close eye on the San Diego real estate market, and June’s numbers have been quite interesting. According to San Diego Union-Tribune, home price gains in San Diego County were halted in June, marking the first time this year that prices haven’t increased. The median home price in…