Hope Leitner, Realtor®, CRS

  Now that spring is here, more and more buyers are jumping back into the market, and competition is heating up. If you’re serious about landing a home you’ll love, you need more than just a wish list. You need a smart strategy – and that starts with working with a great agent who can help you put together a strong offer. Here are some top tips your agent will share with you that are helping buyers stand out (and win) in today’s market. 1. Don’t Lowball on Price It’s tempting to start with a super low offer in an attempt to save money. But in a competitive spring market, that could backfire. If the price isn’t reasonable, you could offend the seller and lose out to a better bid. As  NerdWallet  says: “If you really want the property, you should avoid offending the seller. So, be wary of placing a so-called lowball offer. One of the most obvious risks of making a lowball offer is outright rejection. . .  As a buyer, you’ll need to find a balance between making a fair ...

  The spring housing market is already heating up, and there’s some good news for both buyers and sellers: ✅ More homes hitting the market ✅ Price growth slowing down ✅ Mortgage rates are holding more steady ✅ Buyer activity is picking up If a move is on your mind this season, now is the time to strategize. I’d love to walk you through what these changes mean for your unique situation — whether you’re buying, selling, or just exploring. 📩 DM me to chat or drop your questions below — let’s make the most of this market together! Hope Leitner Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices 📞 858-382-3763 📧 hope@cdhorn.com 🌐 hopeleitner.com

  If you’ve been waiting for mortgage rates to drop, here’s what experts predict: They’re expected to settle around 6.5% by the end of the year—not the huge drop many were hoping for. But don’t let that hold you back! There are options like: ✔ Buydowns to lower your rate upfront ✔ Adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) for flexibility ✔ Assumable loans that can lock in a lower rate Want to explore what works best for you?  Let’s chat! DM me and I’ll connect you with a great lender. Hope Leitner, CRS, CalDRE #01874321 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

  “House hunting is not just about finding a house; it’s about discovering your next chapter." Whether you’re buying or selling, the best deals don’t just fall into your lap— you make them happen with the right strategy and expert guidance.  Ready to create your next real estate opportunity? Let’s make a plan that works for YOU !  Contact me today!

  Are big investors really buying up all the  homes  today? If you’re trying to find a  house to buy , this may be something you’re wondering about. Maybe you’ve read about it or seen reels on social media saying investors buying all the homes is making it even harder to find what the average buyer is looking for. But spoiler alert – there’s a lot of misinformation out there. To clear things up, here's the scoop on what's really happening. A lot of the big investor activity is actually in the rearview mirror already. The  Wall Street Journal  (WSJ)  explains : “Investors of all sizes spent billions of dollars buying homes during the pandemic. At the 2022 peak, they bought more than one in every four single-family homes sold, though  more recently their activity has slowed as interest rates rose and supply became tighter .” The key here is investor activity has slowed significantly, and even during the peak of investor buying, 3 out of every 4 sing...

  Are You a Homebuyer Worried About Climate Risks? For Buyers First Time Home Buyers Move-Up Buyers Housing Market Updates Demographics Buying Myths The increasing effects of natural disasters are leading to new obstacles in residential real estate. As a recent article from  CoreLogic   explains :   “As the specter of climate change looms large, the world braces for unprecedented challenges.  In the world of real estate, one of those challenges will be the effects of natural catastrophes on property portfolios, homeowners, and communities. ”  That may be why,  according  to  Zillow , more and more Americans now consider how climate risks and natural disasters can impact their homeownership plans ( see below ):   This study goes on to explain that climate risks affect where many people look for a home. That’s because homebuyers are interested in finding out if the house they want will be exposed to things like floods, extreme heat, and wi...