by Roberta Murphy I attended a San Diego real estate luncheon today and was handed a booklet with identical questions posed to agents along with their printed answers. The questions were solid and most of the answers made sense. But I nearly choked on a piece of broccoli when I read this statement from a well-known agent in our area: œBuyers are still and always will be liars. Dont talk…
by Roberta Murphy People are always wonder what’s in and what’s out in home decor. Paint colors may change yearly, but key ins and outs center on how we live our lives. What’s in and what’s out for home building, home improvements and home decor? What are today’s pickier homebuyers seeking? What are Realtors and decorators and savvy home remodelers suggesting to their clients? WHATS IN: Natural flooring: Think (certain)…
Thinking of buying a well-located $1 million luxury flat in London, Paris or Tokyo? Think you’ll get a bargain?Think again: 1. In London, you’ll get 328 square feet. 2. In Paris, you’ll do better with 522 square feet. 3. In Tokyo, you can really spread out with 594 square feet. These are averages reported by the most recent issue of Forbes magazine. The weakened dollar against the Sterling, Euro and…
Where to Buy Land? Land buyers continue to chase affordable prices, low taxes, and long-term growth opportunities across the United States. Some areas offer strong value for future development, while others attract outdoor enthusiasts who want private space for recreation or retirement plans. Smart buyers look beyond price tags and focus on job growth, infrastructure, climate, and local demand before making a purchase. Tennessee Offers Affordable Growth Tennessee attracts land…
Solar power is a wise investment that boosts a property’s value while reducing its carbon footprint. Here’s how it can enhance your real estate investment.
Hot tubs are amazing additions to homes, but how do you pick the right one? Learn four important things to know about hot tubs before buying.
In a competitive real estate market, these are the things to do now to prepare your house for spring listing. Sell faster at a great price with these tips.
Lots of energy goes into preparing a home to list for sale, from staging to landscaping to painting. Here are ways your front entrance can increase curb appeal.
by Roberta Murphy A couple of years ago we were buzzing about the possibility of Slumburbias–where Baby Boomers were abandoning cul de sacs, suburbs and the McMansions battled for a decade ago. Instead, they wanted something smaller, something in a walkable neighborhood, something that didn’t require 100 square feet devoted to lawn mowers, clippers and tools. They still long for the freedom to lock and go, the freedom to travel,…
by Roberta Murphy Last Thursday, I had the opportunity to sit across from Bob Dyson at his office in Del Mar and listen to this real estate legend discuss today’s real estate market. We were also fortunate to have Chris Dyson videotaping much of the discussion, which we have divided into four segments. At the start of our interview, Bob Dyson said these are the worst conditions he has seen…
