Evaluating a Home’s Potential Resale Value
When you are shopping for a home, one of the many things you need to consider before even making an offer is the home’s resale value. This is most important if you do not expect to stay in the home forever. Military service members in San Diego particularly need to account for this if they […]
3 Ways I Can Save You Money on a Military Home Purchase
If you have been assigned to San Diego for your military relocation, you may have decided to buy a home for the duration of your time here. San Diego’s housing prices are competitive. Thankfully, that also means a home here is a great investment. But it is vital to make sure you are working with […]
How Your Change of Station Term Affects Buying a Home in the Military
If you have recently been assigned to San Diego as a Permanent Change of Station, you will be here for several years. Military members’ Permanent Changes of Station typically last around 3 years, but may range anywhere from 2-4 years. When you are considering buying a home, it is important to account for the length […]
Should You Buy a Home as an Active Duty Military Member?
If you are moving to San Diego as an active-duty member of the military, one of the decisions you will be making is whether to rent or buy a home. To make the choice that is right for you, you will need to consider the advantages and drawbacks of home buying when you are in […]
Lower Your Mortgage Payments with Graduated Payments
If you have a lower income now, but expect to earn more in the future, one loan product that can make homeownership more affordable is a graduated payment mortgage. What is a Graduated Payment Mortgage? A graduated payment mortgage is a type of home loan that starts with smaller payments initially, which then gradually increase […]
Financial Tips for a PCS Move to San Diego
Whether this is your first PCS move or not, you know that PCS moves can be complex. Your Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) will help make your next home affordable. But the move itself will involve costs, and you may also have housing expenses that fall outside of what your BAH can cover. Below are […]
Buying a Home in San Diego Can be a Profitable Decision
When you buy a home, it can be every bit as much an investment as it is a place to live. Those who are shopping for homes in San Diego will be interested in the results of a recent Redfin study. This study looked at whether homeowners throughout the country were selling their homes at […]
Tips for Buying a Home During a Time of Inflation
Inflation is slowing down, though to a lot of people, it does not feel like it. The costs for groceries and other bills are still high, especially in San Diego. If your rent costs have also gone up over recent years, buying a home of your own may help you achieve some financial stability. Below […]
Popular Home Styles in San Diego: Modern
While shopping for your dream home in San Diego, you will probably notice some houses that feature clean modern lines, but which also invoke a sense of nostalgia. These are homes built in the modern architectural style. This post will explain exactly what defines this style and why you might want to think about moving […]
Popular Home Styles in San Diego: American Craftsman
While you are shopping for your next home in the San Diego area, you will no doubt see many lovely American Craftsman style homes on the market. What is the American Craftsman style, and is it the right choice for you? In this post, we are going to explore the characteristics that define this architectural […]
