Naturally, you want to get the best deal for the least amount of money. This holds true for mortgage rates as well. A lower interest rate means a lower monthly mortgage payment, which can save you money in the long run. Also, it is easier to...
A quick guide to decorating your home with indoor plants, for beginners and notorious plant killers alike. It’s no secret that indoor plants are SO on trend, but a bigger secret may be how to do it without breaking the bank or murdering several innocent cacti...
Looking for housing in California — to buy or rent — means having the fewest choices in the nation. A curious stat from the U.S. Census Bureau tracks empty residences, whether those units are rentals or ownership properties. Basically, “gross vacancy rate” is a proportional measure...
In my yearlong house hunt, I've toured countless homes, and that first visit is a lot like a first date. It can be going great, right up until you spot your personal deal killer—like a pack of cigarettes in her purse, or white socks with sandals. Check, please! Same thing happens when...
There is a lot going on in our beautiful city this month! La Jolla Concourse d’Elegance Approximately 150 specialty vehicles will be on display at this German-themed car show. It’s a car buff’s dream. Come and see them all! Location: La Jolla (Ellen Browning Park at La Jolla...
"Inspector Gadget" John Bowley from Master Specs demonstrates the proper way to use the water shut off valve during a home inspection....
Anne Benitez and Nadia Colucci are the most professional and hardworking real estate team that we have ever had the pleasure of working with. They treated my family like we were their own and made us feel like we were their first priority throughout the...
It is with pleasure that my husband and I recommend Nadia and Anne for all of your real estate needs! They are hands down the best real estate agents we have ever encountered. We recently relocated to Southern California and through the years have bought...
There is always so much going on in our beautiful city, it can be hard to decide what to do for the holidays. We hunted around for the best Easter celebrations and egg hunts around the county and compiled a list of events for you...
"Inspector Gadget" John Bowley from Master Specs demonstrates the use of an Infrared Camera during an inspection....
Nadia and Anne were phenomenal! They assisted us a with a quasi-estate sale (the HOA prohibited an actual one). Their due diligence found a buyer for furniture and jewelry that exceeded our expectations. We were in Northern California and they kept us apprised on all facets...
The mortgage interest deduction (MID), long the politician’s poster child for homeownership, has taken some hits in recent months. The MID has been under fire by Democrats for years for disproportionately benefiting wealthy homeowners. But no one really thought it would actually go away or be reduced...