by Kevin Bowes | Mar 8, 2016 | San Diego
With unemployment in San Diego recently dipping down to the 4.6% level, the local jobs market is strong and growing. Here are the largest employers in San Diego (excluding government agencies and universities) that are playing the biggest role in employing the city:...
by Kevin Bowes | Mar 4, 2016 | San Diego
With the average home price in San Diego reaching the $531,000 mark, it’s good to remember that the best things in life are FREE! Known worldwide for its warm weather and beach lifestyle, San Diego leaves visitors and locals with plenty of choices while exploring the...
by Kevin Bowes | Jan 25, 2016 | Home Selling
When you list your home for sale, you are often competing against 10-12 other homes that a prospective buyer will view. While you do not need to fix all deferred maintenance items, home buying is an emotional process and you will save time and money when your home...
by Kevin Bowes | Jan 25, 2016 | Home Buying
You are likely familiar with Archimedes ancient thoughts on leverage; “Give me a lever long enough…and I shall move the world.” For us to be successful in any area of life, we need to gain leverage. This can come in many forms such as knowledge, communication...
by Kevin Bowes | Jul 8, 2015 | Home Selling
How do you develop a strong bargaining position, one that enables you to get the most from a transaction? From my experience helping home buyers and sellers accomplish their goals, it’s clear there are basic keys that will determine who wins at the negotiating table.
by Kevin Bowes | Jul 20, 2014 | Home Selling
Every home seller wants their home to sell fast and for the highest possible price. How does that sound to you? To get top dollar in any marketplace takes planning and preparation to create maximum desirability in the eyes of potential buyers. You are entering a...
by Kevin Bowes | Jul 20, 2014 | Home Selling
CREATE BUYER DEMAND – Step 4 in successfully selling your home for top dollar is to get the word out. Your agent should design a marketing plan focused on creating showings and bringing as many qualified buyers through the home as possible. The first 2-5 weeks...
by Kevin Bowes | Jul 20, 2014 | Home Buying
Given the hot San Diego real estate market, is it the right time to purchase that starter home you’ve had your eye on? What about doing a trade up for a larger home? With the cost of renting in San Diego actually hovering very close to the cost of financing a home (at...
by Kevin Bowes | Jul 20, 2014 | Home Buying
3. Physically tour homes and negotiate offers The next step is in the home buying process is to have your buyers agent set up a custom search within your minimum and maximum price points, based on your Pre-Approval amount, and then begin to tour the homes you are...