How AI Is Changing the Home Search — and How to Make It Work for You
The home search used to start with filters and scrolling. Increasingly, it starts with a question to an AI — and nearly half of buyers now use these tools somewhere in the process. Here’s what AI is genuinely good at in a home search — and what it can’t see.
2026 Mid-Year Market Check-In: What the First Half of the Year Tells Us About Your Next Move
Everyone spent two years waiting for rates to drop so the housing market would unfreeze. It never happened — and the market changed anyway. More homes to choose from, more time to decide, and negotiation is a normal part of buying again. Here’s what the first half of 2026 actually told us.
What You Can Negotiate in a Home Purchase (That Most Buyers Don’t Realize)
Most buyers think negotiating a home is all about the price. It isn’t. The biggest savings hide in the terms underneath it — closing-cost credits, repairs, timing, even what stays with the house. Right now buyers have more room to ask than they’ve had in years.
House Hacking in 2026: What the Hype Got Wrong — and What Actually Works
The “live for free” house hacking promise you saw on social media? It was never the full story. But the core strategy is very real — and in 2026, it’s helping buyers unlock homes they otherwise couldn’t afford. Are you using your property to its full potential?
San Diego Real Estate Market Update (May 2026)
Spring is traditionally a busy time for homebuyers and sellers, and May has been no exception! Check out these eye-popping stats & get a feel for our active San Diego real estate market!
3 Steps that Lead to Stronger Offers
Spring is officially here, and if you’re thinking about listing your home this April, now’s the time to prepare for peak buyer activity. Here’s the truth: buyers are out in full force during spring, but they’re also comparing more homes. The difference between a good offer and a great one often comes down to how […]
San Diego Real Estate Market Update (March 2026)
As expected, the spring real estate market is picking up speed after a quieter winter season. There’s more inventory on the market, which is typical but wait – there’s some surprising information too. Watch my short monthly market update for all the key facts & figures you need!
What Actually Makes a Listing Stand Out in 2026
The rules of selling a home have completely changed. With inventory up 16% and 62% of buyers paying below asking price, listings that sit are the ones that skip strategy. Here’s what actually makes a home stand out in 2026.
2026 US Housing Market Forecast: Will the Market Find Its Footing?
Will 2026 be the year the housing market finally finds its rhythm? Forecasters predict anywhere from 1.7% to 14% sales growth—a 12-point gap that reveals just how uncertain buyer and seller behavior remains. Here’s what the data tells us about rates, prices and inventory ahead.
San Diego Real Estate Monthly Market Update (December 2025)
Happy holidays! With many people traveling and focused on family and friends, the San Diego real estate market is taking a break and experiencing a typical, seasonal slowdown in volume. However, there’s a bit of a twist in this news too. Watch my monthly market update for all the latest facts and figures!
