Hope Leitner, DRE #01874321

December is here! The gatherings of friends, cold nights, hot tea, and time with family are all a joyful part of my life. May you all enjoy this season as much as I do!  December - Ponder this, "California dreamin' on such a winter's day." — The Mamas & The Papas - While the world dreams of living in our sunshine we are here already. I’m so happy that this is home for me, and grateful for the sun that greets me almost every day here.  Thank you to everyone who participated in the Thanksgiving Food Drive! We made a real and generous difference this year! Whether you own a home or you are looking to buy or sell one, I'm here to help. As always, I am here for you, your family, and friends.  Your Forever Agent,  Hope Leitner, CRS, CalDRE #01874321  Hope Opens Doors  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, California Properties  Christie D. Horn and Associates 3790 Via de la Valle, Suite 201, Del Mar, CA 92014  Cell: (858) 382-3763 Website: HopeLeitner.com

  The following report features Case Shiller stats on the Nation's real estate markets. This is long established resource that agents use to understand the trends and developments in the market. I found this very relevant to our current market and thought my network would appreciate it as well. Read it below.    If you have any questions about this summary, please give me a call! (858) 382-3763   Your Forever Agent,   Hope Leitner, Realtor®, CRS,  CA DRE #01874321   Chairman’s Circle Diamond Level 2022  – Top 1/2 of 1% BHHS Agents Nationwide   Christie D. Horn and Associates Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices | California Properties 3790 Via de la Valle, Suite 201, Del Mar, CA 92014    Cell: (858) 382-3763 Email: Hope@CDHorn.com   Website:   hopeleitner.com Blog:   http://hopeleitner. blogspot.com These Top Cities Show Home Prices Are Still Climbing If you’re considering  buying a home  or selling your current one to find something that better suits  your needs , you may have question

A showing is an opportunity for a buyer to determine if a home is right for them. Each of the different types of showing plays a valid and necessary role in marketing the home. Some buyers may start by looking at homes online, which can lead them to drive by the home to see if it still meets their interest before they schedule a showing. Online showing : This is when a buyer looks at a home's listing online, including photos, videos, and a description. This can be a great way for buyers to get a general overview of a home and see if it is worth scheduling a showing. Drive-by showing : This is when a buyer drives by a home to see it in person. This can be a good way for buyers to get a feel for the neighborhood and the surrounding area. It can also be helpful for buyers to see the home's size and layout from the outside. In-person showing : This is when a buyer schedules a time to visit the home with a real estate agent. This is the best way for buyers to get a tru

  For Sellers Selling Myths As the year winds down, you may have decided it's time to make a move and put your house on the market. But should you sell now or wait until January? While it may be tempting to hold off until after the holidays, here are three reasons to make your move before the new year. Get One Step Ahead of Other Sellers Typically, in the residential real estate market, homeowners are less likely to list their houses toward the end of the year. That’s because people get busy around the holidays and sometimes deprioritize selling their house until the start of the new year when their schedules and social calendars calm down. But that gives you an opportunity to get one step ahead. Selling now, while other homeowners may hold off until after the holidays, can help you get a leg up on your competition. Start the process with a  real estate agent  today so you can get your house on the market before your neighbors do. Get Your House in Front of Eager Buyers  Even thoug

Homeowners who are facing financial difficulty are often targeted by mortgage relief scams. These scams can be very convincing, and homeowners may be desperate for help, making them vulnerable to these schemes. Scammers often pose as government officials or mortgage experts, and they may promise homeowners that they can help them avoid foreclosure or modify their mortgage loan. However, these promises are often false, and homeowners who fall victim to these scams may lose their homes and their money. If you are facing financial difficulty and you are considering a mortgage relief program, it is important to do your research and be very careful. Here are some tips to help you avoid becoming a victim of a mortgage relief scam: Only work with a HUD-approved housing counselor. You can find a housing counselor by calling 1-888-995-HOPE (4673). Be wary of anyone who promises to help you avoid foreclosure or modify your mortgage loan for a fee. It is illegal for anyone other tha

    November 2023   The market is stabilizing. If you're a buyer the prices are not skyrocketing and you have some room for negotiations. If you're a seller - the process should be more straight forward and your buyers will be serious buyers.    November - Ponder this,  “Don't wait until the fourth Thursday in November, to sit with family and friends to give thanks. Make every day a day of Thanksgiving!” - Charmaine J. Forde⁠ ~ I could not have expressed this better myself!    As always, I am here for you, your family, and friends.   Your Forever Agent,    Hope Leitner, CRS, CalDRE #01874321 Hope Opens Doors   Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, California Properties Christie D. Horn and Associates 3790 Via de la Valle, Suite 201, Del Mar, CA 92014 Cell: (858) 382-3763 Website: HopeLeitner.com Email Hope       MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES, HOMEBUYERS, HOME SELLERS   Should Sellers Help Buyers with a Mortgage Buydown?   In August 2023, the  average 30-year mortgage interest rate  hi