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October 2025

Buy San Diego Homes Before 2026 Price Jumps

Slide 1: San Diego home prices expected to grow 3–5% through 2026, signaling a more balanced market. Slide 2: Mortgage rates may decline to 5.9% by 2026, improving buyers' power. Slide 3: Rising listings and improved inventory offer buyers greater negotiating power in San Diego’s housing market. Slide 4: Long-term investment remains strong due to...

Mistakes First-Time Homebuyers Should Avoid

Buying a home is a major investment, and avoiding common mistakes is essential. Key errors include delaying lender contact, buying while in debt, and careless credit use. First-time buyers often wrongly assume a 20% down payment is necessary, overlooking government-insured loans. Rushing, ignoring extra costs, and neglecting neighborhood considerations can lead to regret. Conducting inspections,...

Late Summer 2025: How Did Carlsbad Home Prices Trend?

In August 2025, the median listing home price was $1.6M, ↑ 3.2% yearly, with a median of $707/sq ft. The median sold price was $1.5M, slightly below asking levels. The sale-to-list ratio was 98.92%, with homes selling 1.08% under asking. Homes sold in 49 days on avg, slightly ↑ yearly. Carlsbad is currently a seller’s market, with demand outweighing...

Unlocking Homeownership: Strategies to Afford a Down Payment

Saving for a down payment can be challenging for prospective homebuyers, but it is achievable with careful planning. Key strategies include setting a realistic savings goal, creating a dedicated savings account, developing a budget, automating savings, and using windfalls to boost funds. Reducing debt, exploring down payment assistance programs, increasing income, and considering co-buying options can...

San Diego Home Prices Falling?

Home sales in San Diego County rose 1.3% in August from July but fell 0.6% year-over-year. The median home price dropped to $1.02 million from $1.04 million the previous month, slightly up from $1.01 million a year ago. Statewide, sales increased 0.9% from July, with a median price of $899,140, up 1.7%. A recent decline in mortgage rates may boost homebuying activity. Continue to full...

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