Home Buyer

Jan. 8, 2024

Zoning In: How San Diego's Zoning Laws Can Make or Break Your Property Dreams!

San Diego skyline illustrating the impact of zoning laws on property development and investment.

 

Zoning In: How San Diego's Zoning Laws Can Make or Break Your Property Dreams!

Hey there, San Diego dreamers and doers! Whether you're eyeing that cute bungalow by the beach or planning to invest in a bustling commercial space downtown, there’s something you can’t afford to …

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Dec. 21, 2023

Unlock the Secrets: First-Time Home Buying in San Diego!

Unlocking the secrets to first time home buying in San Diego.

 

Unlock the Secrets: First-Time Home Buying in San Diego!

Hey there, aspiring homeowners! Are you dreaming of your own little slice of paradise in sunny San Diego? If you're navigating the maze of first-time home buying, especially if you're between the ages of 20 and 40, …

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Nov. 28, 2023

La Jolla Luxury Homes: Your Gateway to Coastal Elegance

Luxury Home in La Jolla California

 

I'm Kristen Kalepp, the proud owner of Coastal Edge Realty, and I have the privilege of guiding clients through the exquisite world of La Jolla luxury homes. La Jolla, affectionately known as "the jewel" of San Diego, is where luxury living and coastal serenity meet, creating an …

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Nov. 27, 2023

Exploring San Diego Homes for Sale: A Journey Through the Vibrant Property Market

Welcome to the dynamic world of San Diego real estate! Embarking on the journey of buying a house in this beautiful city is not just a transaction, it's a voyage into a lifestyle. As someone who's navigated these waters personally in 2018, I can attest to the allure of San …

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July 1, 2021

5 Tips to Help You Build & Maintain Excellent Credit

Strong credit matters. Here are my tips for maintaining an excellent credit score.

 

When it comes to your financial health in general, your credit score matters. Maintaining a good credit score will make it easier for you to qualify for financing for a home loan, …

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May 10, 2021

My Top Tips for Writing a Stronger Offer

Here are my top tips for writing the best offer possible.

When you’re trying to purchase a property in a competitive market and there are tons of other buyers interested in the same home, here are a few tips that will help you write the strongest offer possible:

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April 26, 2021

How to Juggle a Purchase and Sale at the Same Time

Here’s the process I recommend for buying and selling simultaneously.

Here are three things you must do when you’re in the process of selling your current home and buying a new one:

1. Speak to a lender. Get pre-approved and find out how much you can afford …

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March 22, 2021

How can buyers compete in this 2021 San Diego Real Estate market?

How is it that buyers can even begin to compete in this 2021 San Diego Real Estate market?

Multiple offers over asking price, super low inventory, historically low interest rates, housing prices shooting through the roof... BEER BUG! What's going on in the San Diego County Real Estate market …

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March 15, 2021

What to Look for in a Home Inspector

When purchasing a home, it is important that you hire someone who will help you understand the condition of your new property. A home inspector will inspect your entire house, inside and out. This is a very important part of buying a home that most buyers don’t think about until …

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March 15, 2021

How to find your San Diego Dream Home on a budget

Buying a home is typically the biggest investment you will make in your lifetime. That being said, it can be hard to find a home that fits within your budget. Buying your own home is a HUGE investment. As the costs to rent continue to rise, homeownership has become cheaper …

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