Hope Leitner, Realtor®, CRS

  The summer real estate market is HOT HOT HOT! In other words, we are in a normal market. Which is a relief after the roller coaster of the last few years.  Higher interest rates are not deterring buyers, and sellers are still at the top of the current market.    Below you'll find the housing report for the current month along with data from the preceding months. San Diego County continues to have with an inventory shortage, even with lots of new construction. The average cost of a home has risen, but that doesn't mean there aren't still some affordable properties out there. Especially if one is open to a denser option than a single family home.    Whether you're contemplating a purchase or sale, I invite you to reach out. Let's discuss your options within the dynamics of our distinctive housing market, ensuring your decisions align with the current trends and realities.   If you know anyone who might be interested in receiving this market update every month, pleas

    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