Rentals News

Green Renting: Tenants desire eco-friendly digs 
Landlords, take note. Green isn't just for homeowners. Renters, too, want to be eco-friendly. There is growing anecdotal evidence that renters consider green amenities in their decisions to lease or renew. But many landlords so far have been slow to offer them and what renters can do themselves is limited. » more
Renter affordability worsens over the decade 
The financial plight of the nation's 34 million renters has deteriorated rapidly since the beginning of the decade, yet they are rarely included in conversations about housing affordability. Half of all renters now spend at least 30 percent of their before-tax income on rent and utility payments, that's up from about 40 » more

Rentals Guide

Renting tips in difficult financial times 
Despite difficult financial times, the National Multi Housing Council reports that the apartment industry is not affected. In fact, affordable rental units will be coming available as desperate sellers try to rent out units that are just not selling in the current market, according to Bankrate.com, an online financial » more
Guidelines for online apartment search 
You can save thousands of dollars in realtor commissions by selling your home yourself. If you decide to sell your house without the help of a real estate agent or realtor, you'll find that it's a popular solution in the current housing market, but it isn't an easy one. This guide to home selling should help you figure out what you » more Sell your home without a realtor in 10 easy steps 

Mortgage Guide

Five smart moves to get the best mortage rates 
If you're in the market for a mortgage, here's what you can do right now to find and qualify for the cheapest possible loan. Financing a home is the single biggest financial decision most of us make. You've got to shop for a loan at least as hard as you'd shop for a car or a Caribbean vacation. Don't take whatever they » more
The seven biggest mortgage mistakes 
A home loan is the biggest debt, and most costly monthly bill, most of us ever have. That's why the seven biggest mistakes borrowers make when shopping for a mortgage can cost so much money and aggravation. Avoid them, and you're a much happier and smarter home buyer. Getting the right loan, with the lowest » more Modified mortgages no big help for many 

Local Real Estate Experts

When is the right time to buy?

Brian Stewart
RE/MAX Hometown Realtors
Making an Informed Rental Choice

Neil Fjellestad
FBS-PM
Moving takes an action plan

Jon Cook
Prudential
California Realty

San Diego Market Snapshot

Listing Type Sales Median Price
Resale Homes 1,928 $319,000
Resale Condos 888 $180,000
New Homes / Condos 204 $436,000
San Diego County Home Sales   A look at recent home sales in the San Diego County real estate market. Market at a Glance figures are county-wide figures.

Mortgage Guide

Modified mortgages  

Loan modifications made at the end of last year reduced borrowers' payments by more than 10 percent

Home Improvement

Design on a budget 

The economy keeps falling and, as money gets tight, your plans to redecorate have run into, well, a wall.
Home Improvement Pros 

Local company is improving water quality while saving consumers hundreds of dollars annually.