Hope Leitner, Realtor®, CRS

Having a list of talking points prepared before meeting with a real estate agent can be incredibly valuable in guiding the conversation and helping you make an informed decision about who will represent you in the sale of your home. Whether you're a first-time seller or it has been a while since you last sold a property, asking these questions can reveal important information about the experience and expertise of your candidate. Even if you already have a trusted friend who is a real estate agent, it's still appropriate to understand how different issues will be handled. A true professional should not feel challenged to discuss these important concerns. Tell me about your experience and training. Do you work in real estate full-time? Are you a REALTOR� and a member of MLS? What is the average price of the homes you have sold and how many did you sell last year? Which neighborhoods do you primarily work? How many homes have you sold in my neighborhood? What is your...

    June 2023 Colleen,   Summer season is here! I have buyers ready to go! The housing shortage in San Diego is ensuring that home values are holding steady.    This month's eNewsletter is full of good advice. Please enjoy it!    June - Ponder this -  “Green was the silence, wet was the light, the month of June trembled like a butterfly.” — Pablo Neruda - I think I agree, the Earth is still damp from Spring, all the flowers are blooming and there’s a feeling of “trembling” romance is in the air. Take some time to romance your life. Marvel at the clouds, tell your loved ones they are loved.      As always, I am here for you, your family, and friends.   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       HOME VALUES, HOMEBUY...

  The housing market’s been going through a lot of change lately, and there’s been uncertainty surrounding what will happen this spring. You may be wondering if more homes will go on the market, what’s next with  home prices  and  mortgage rates , or what the best advice is for someone in your position right now. Here’s what industry experts are saying right now about the spring housing market and what it means for you: Selma Hepp , Chief Economist,  CoreLogic : “ We see more competition among buyers . . . Housing supply also tends to grow during the spring months.  And this is also the time of year when relatively more migration happens, as people graduate and move elsewhere looking for jobs.” Greg McBride , Chief Financial Analyst,  Bankrate : “I don’t expect big moves in prices in the span of a month, but like the flower buds of spring,  the housing market is showing signs of improvement . A pick up in activity with inventory still low does bod...