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Sue Johnson of HotOnSanDiego Earns Prestigious GRI Designation

Rich Johnson — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 23:42:57 +0000

Sue Johnson has earned the prestigious GRI (Graduate of Realtor Institute) designation. She joins other top producers in the residential real estate industry who hold the designation across the nation. Sue Johnson earned the “Graduate REALTOR® Institute” (GRI) designation by attending a specific, intensive series of a minimum of 90 hours of classroom instruction, covering [...]

Seven Money-Saving Tips for Moving

Rich Johnson — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:04:26 +0000

You are planning a move. Maybe it’s voluntary; maybe not. Nevertheless, you are planning to move and you need to sell your present home. You want a fair profit. Your goal is to get as much money out of the sale of your home as you can, to recoup some of the time and investment [...]

What If Your Chimney Fell On Your Neighbor? Cover Yourself With An Umbrella!

Rich Johnson — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 01:43:05 +0000

What if your chimney fell on your neighbor, injuring him and ruining his expensive sports car, and you wind up facing a $500,000 judgment? If your homeowner’s policy pays a maximum $300,000 for liability, you would be in a tight spot. Where will the rest come from - future earnings, selling your home, forfeiting an [...]

UCLA Anderson Forecast’s Outlook for San Diego County: Recession for Most of 2009 with a Recovery in Housing Market

Rich Johnson — Wed, 20 May 2009 21:56:35 +0000

The UCLA Anderson Forecast today released its annual economic forecast for San Diego County. The Forecast states the official end month for the national recession is likely to be early in the second half of 2009, and the worst of the problems for San Diego will then be over.

March Existing-Home Sales Slip but First-Time Buyers Rise

Rich Johnson — Sun, 03 May 2009 15:38:41 +0000

A latest report from the National Association of Realtors reveals some interesting new facts. Not unexpectedly, home prices continue the downward trend but sales for the month of March were up again. Please read the full report below. Existing-home sales eased in March but first-time buyers are responding to low mortgage interest rates and tax credits, [...]

Trying To Time The Bottom Of The Market Before Buying Your Brookside Home? Ten Points To Talk About With Your Lender

Rich Johnson — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:33:27 +0000

Are you thinking of buying a home in Brookside Escondido? If so, with the world of financing having been turned upside down in the last year, reviewing your options is what our team recommends to our clients and in conjunction with our team's lender.

How to Buy Your First Home the Easy Way! Avoid 10 Common Potentially Devastating Mistakes

Rich Johnson — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 01:41:56 +0000

Many home buyers do very little research before “diving in” and investing their hard-earned money. Before doing that, doesn’t it make sense to be as informed as possible? That’s what this information is all about. It’s designed to help you avoid 10 common, critical mistakes many home buyers make. If you follow these 10 suggestions, [...]

How Do You Select The Right Realtor?

Rich Johnson — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:48:36 +0000

As a Branch Manager for Windermere Exclusive Properties it’s my job to spread the word on why our brokerage is a great place to work. With all of the “consolidation” going on in the San Diego real estate world, it’s been hard for me to get out because our phones are starting to ring off the hook.

11 Reasons Why Investors Win Using An Experienced Team

Rich Johnson — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:56:43 +0000

Whatever your reasons for buying, know that finding the right home, in the perfect neighborhood and at a cost that is within your budget, is no small task. There are many buyers in the market right now taking advantage of investment opportunities that exist because of the perfect storm of affordable prices, low interest rates, and motivated banks and sellers.

Want A Cash Flow Positive Investor Deal?

sgj2020 — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 23:52:48 +0000

Wow, there are really some bargains out there now. Combine that with historic low lowest interest rates and you've got a cash flow positive investment property!