San Diego County Real Estate Podcast with Chris Heller

Our programs can help turn frustrated buyers into confident ones.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWe now have more homes on the market, which means buyers have more choices. However, that also means that there's a lot of activity. Many people are thinking about making a move but are afraid that they may not find something soon enough. We have Buy Before You Sell programs that can help you buy a home first and then sell your old home. We've partnered with companies that will buy the property, have you move in, sell your old home, and then have you buy the new home from them with very little to no additional cost.Many buyers are having a hard time competing in this market because they don't have the cash to compete with all the cash buyers. We have a solution for that too. We can turn you into a cash buyer and then get financing after you've secured the property. Regardless of the situation, there are many options available. To learn more about your options or ask any questions, reach out to us by phone or email. We look forward to hearing from you.

Right now is the time to act before interest rates get too high.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationCan you believe it's already April? With as many homes as we're selling, you could easily mistake this for May. The market's very active. Buyers are looking to get in, and sellers are looking to get out before interest rates get too high. That will start to slow down the market, so whether you're looking to buy or sell, this is the time to do so.There are great opportunities if you have the right agent. We know how to find properties that other agents can't, and we will make sure we get them at a good price. If you're selling your home, we'll make sure you don't leave anything on the table.Whether you have any real estate plans or not, you may know someone who does. Please let them know about us so we can help them. It'll make you look like a hero! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us by phone or email. We look forward to hearing from you.

We look forward to sharing our buying and selling strategies with you.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWe're two months into 2022, and we're super excited because there's a lot going on in the market. You probably made goals for this year, and hopefully, some of them included real estate.Regardless of what your real estate-related goals are, we're here to help. It doesn't matter if you want to move now or later in the year. We can help you prepare the house and get access to funds for improvements. We want to share new strategies with you, like buying before selling or becoming a cash buyer without cash. We're happy to share all those strategies with you and help in any way we can. I hope you have a great 2022.If you have any questions, visit our website and don't hesitate to contact us via phone or email. We look forward to hearing from you.

Here's what you should know if you're planning to make a move in 2022.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationAs we're now into the first quarter of 2022, many people are thinking about their plans for the new year. If your plans involve a possible move in the spring, now is the time to get started—don't wait until spring arrives to begin the process. Never wait until the last minute to get ready for a move.As a buyer, you have plenty of options that you may not be aware of: buying with cash, buying and selling simultaneously, buying before you sell, and more. As a seller, you could get an instant offer or improve your home before selling with funds we lend you so that you sell for more. There are an array of strategies we can employ, whether you're a buyer or seller, to ensure the best moving process for you. Just let us know how we can help you. Reach out to us via phone or email so we can help with your move or if you have any questions. We'd love to speak with you.

From our team to your family, we want to wish you a happy holiday season.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationHappy holidays to you!The holiday season has officially arrived. We hope you enjoy this wonderful time of year and make some fantastic memories.We wanted to take a moment to thank you for your continued support. We love helping people make their real estate dreams come true, so thank you for working with us and supporting our business.This may be a busy time of year, but we are always here to help you and answer any questions you may have. Give us a call or send an email; we'd love to help you.In case we don't hear from you until 2022, have a happy New Year!

Here's our Thanksgiving message of gratitude to all of you this year.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationThe 2021 holiday season has officially begun! We hope you are as excited as we are. We'd like to take a moment to express our gratitude to all of you this Thanksgiving. We have met some truly wonderful people, and we're proud to have helped so many reach their real estate goals over the years. We're thankful for all of you, and we hope you have a fantastic holiday with your family. If you have any real estate questions, don't hesitate to reach out via phone or email. We look forward to hearing from you.

Here is why this time of year is a great time to be selling your home.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationMany people believe that it's not a great time of year to be selling a home. That's simply not true. Everyone who sold their homes in August and September will be getting into homes in October and November. More homes come off the market, and fewer homes come on the market, which means there's less competition. If you or someone you know has been thinking about selling their home, this is an opportune time to do it.If you're thinking about making a move, give us a call. We'll talk about whether or not this is the right time for you to sell and what you can do to maximize the price that you get for your home. We appreciate your referrals and support. If we can help you now or at any time in the future, please reach out to us. We look forward to hearing from you.

Do you know someone who would be a good fit for our team?Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationThe real estate market is going strong, and our team is expanding as a result. We're searching for licensed agents or individuals who are looking to get licensed. Nobody knows us better than you, so we wanted to ask a quick favor: Do you know of anyone who would be a great asset to our team that's either in real estate or interested in a real estate career? If so, please share this message with them. If you have any questions or real estate needs we can assist with, don't hesitate to reach out via phone or email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Who you hire as your representation matters now more than ever.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationIn this crazy real estate market, I see many buyers and sellers struggling to find success. One of the reasons they're struggling is that they're dealing with agents who don't have the experience to help them accomplish their goals. There's a misconception that the market is so good that it doesn't matter who you hire. That couldn't be farther from the truth.When it comes to negotiating, positioning a property, creating an auction effect on your home, and helping clients buy a home, experience makes all the difference in the world. We've been successfully helping sellers sell their homes for top dollar and buyers successfully purchase a home amid multiple-offer situations. If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling a home, do them a favor and make sure they're working with someone who has the experience to get the job done well.Our team has the necessary experience to help you win, so if you need any help or have questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We'd love to help you.

Here's how we can help you find solutions in this hectic market.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationThere are a lot of people out there who would like to make a move in this market, but they're nervous about being able to secure a new home. They know their current home will sell quickly, but then what? The good news is there are strategies you can use to find success.One of them is our “Buy Before You Move” program. We can help you buy the home you want, then sell your home. This solves financial and logistical challenges. There are many strategies that experienced teams like ours can put into play to help people make a move in this fast-paced market.If you have any real estate-related questions or concerns, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We have the solutions and we'd love to share our wisdom. We look forward to hearing from you.

What are you going to do after you sell your house? Do you have a plan?Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWe got a referral call the other day from a client, and this is what he told me: “Chris, we're thinking about selling our home. We feel like the market's reaching a peak or is close to a peak and we think we want to wait and then buy back in when the market goes down.”In theory, that sounds like a great concept and I agree with them. I do think the market is reaching a peak. For anyone thinking about making a move, the key thing to consider is not so much what you do right now when you sell your home but what you do after you sell it. Are you going to take the money and move out of state? Are you going to take the money and reinvest it? Are you going to put it in the bank and wait for the market to soften up? It’s hard to time markets, but we know that markets run in cycles. The cycle we've been in has lasted almost eight years.If you're thinking about making a move or wondering what to do with your property, you don't have to make a decision. What you do need to do is contact us so we can help you think through all the options and help you decide what's best for you. That's why we're here. Have a great day.

The Heller team has switched to a different brokerage company.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWe have a little announcement: The Heller The Home Seller team has been affiliated with Keller Williams Realty for over a decade, but we're now switching to a different brokerage company. The good news is we’re the same team with the same great service. We're always here for you.Our new brokerage is called Movoto, they run one of the largest real estate portals in the country. That will supply us with a constant source of buyers for our properties and a great additional way to market our sellers’ properties. It's a win for you and a win for us. Heller The Home Seller and our team are here for you and all your real estate needs. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Here’s how we’re helping both buyers and sellers win in this hectic market.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationA lot of people who are contacting us have the desire to make a move, but they’re concerned or fearful about being able to find a new home. Extremely low inventory and strong demand are dominating our market.On the selling side, we’ve been able to create an auction-like effect on our properties, which is causing them to sell for more than they normally would. On the buyer side, you need an agent who knows how to win in a multiple-offer situation and can find properties that aren’t on the market yet. These are two things that we do at a very high level. If you or someone you know is thinking about buying or selling a home, give us a call so we can get these strategies in place for you. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Here’s what keeps us going after three decades in the real estate business.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationJust the other day, someone asked me why we still do what we do after 33 years in the business. The answer is simple: We love helping people. We help them with buying, selling, investing, maintaining, getting the best interest rates—anything that has to do with real estate. It’s not just what we do, it’s our passion. So when you have any real estate-related need or know of someone who does, please think of us. After three decades of helping families make smart decisions, here’s one thing I can say for a fact: The right agent makes all the difference in the world. We have a lot of happy customers out there that will tell you the same. Thanks for all your support, and don’t hesitate to reach out to us by phone or email if you have any questions. We’re here to be your go-to resource.

Whether you’re a buyer or seller, we can help you.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWe’re in a crazy, unusual real estate market right now. We have very low inventory and very high demand. Part of the reason we have high demand is that interest rates are extremely low and many people haven’t been able to buy homes due to low inventory. What are we doing to help people looking to buy or sell a home?On the buyer side, we’ve been successful in helping people find off-market properties. This is key because once a property goes live on the market, you might have to compete against other buyers for it. There are specific things we can do to locate properties before they go on the market. On the seller side, the biggest problem we’re seeing is that agents are making a lot of mistakes in how they’re pricing properties. This is the type of market where you should be getting top dollar for your home. If you have the right pricing and marketing strategies, you’ll do just that. If you or anyone you know is looking to buy or sell in this market, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’d love to assist in all your real estate needs.

If your 2021 goals relate to your home in any way, we’re ready to help.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationAs we enter a new year, a lot of people are making plans and setting goals. Whether your goals involve owning an investment property, refinancing, buying a second home, moving up, moving down, remodeling, or whatever else it may be, think of us as a real estate resource. Regardless of what you’re doing in 2021, if it involves your home, we’re here to help. To hear my full message, watch this short video.

I have two messages to express as we barrel toward the new year.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationAt this time of year, there are two messages I’d like to convey to you. First, thank you! We’re grateful for your continued support. 2021 will be our business’s 33rd year, and we couldn’t have done it without all our fantastic clients like you. We appreciate your business.Second, this has been a difficult year for many people because of everything going on in the world, but we’re here to help with anything you need. We’re happy to be a resource for you.“2021 will be our business’s 33rd year.”As we move into the new year, the real estate market will continue to be very dynamic. There’s still a shortage of inventory, interest rates are extremely low, and we’re seeing many people take advantage of these conditions. Have a joyful holiday season! Whether you or someone you know is buying or selling, please consider us. If you ever have any questions or real estate needs, please call (800) 800-2978 or email us. We would love to help you.

Here’s why it’s a great time to buy or sell during the holiday season.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationAt this time of year, people start thinking about other things besides real estate; we focus more on the holidays, family, and friends. The typical belief is that during this time of year people should hold off on their real estate plans until after the new year.However, if you’re considering selling, I recommend doing so before the year ends. This is an excellent time of year to sell. Many people start taking homes off the market this time of year, and fewer houses are listed. So if you’re selling, there’s less competition. We also know that those looking to buy are purchasing at all times of the year. Many who sold their properties in September or October need to buy in November or December. If you’re thinking about buying a home, this is also a stellar time. Many buyers wait until the beginning of the year, so you’ll have less competition. Also, those selling this time of year are motivated, and these things mean you’ll have more leverage.If you’re contemplating buying or selling, have a real estate need, or want to know more about what’s happening in the market, don’t hesitate to call or email us. We’re here for you. Have a happy holiday season!

Here’s how sellers can really take advantage of today’s market.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationIn the San Diego real estate market, there are very few homes for sale. If you’ve been thinking about selling your home, this is an ideal market to do so in. You need an agent or team that understands the market, knows the inventory, and has access to a network of off-market properties to help make things easier and get you top dollar. Even if you don’t have any plans to sell, your home will continue to appreciate. To learn more, watch our video above.If you have questions about this market or about real estate in general, feel free to reach out via phone or email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Don’t spend extra time and money when preparing your home for sale.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationToday’s topic has always been a cause for concern for sellers and likely always will be: How should they prepare their home for sale? Should they do this, should they not do that, should they just give an allowance in the contract? In general, having a house that looks as presentable and appealing as possible will not only make it more saleable, but it will also help you get the highest price. The biggest mistake I see people make is that they focus on things that may have bothered them or they wanted to change while living there and think that will appeal to buyers. However, frequently that’s just not true. Let us take a look at your property; we’ll be honest with you. We’ll tell you what you should and shouldn’t do before you sell. We’ll tell you which things will net you three or four dollars later on for every dollar you put into them now. We’ll explain the things that aren’t going to get you a higher price or a more appealing property and aren't worth the time or money. For the last 30 years, we’ve worked with many service providers that can help you do the things your home needs. Whether it’s flooring, painting, tile, landscaping, plumbing, etc., we know who the best vendors are for those tasks. We know who has the best rates, and we’ll tell you who we use in our houses.“Let us take a look at your property; we’ll be honest with you.”Whether it’s you or someone you know considering preparing their property for sale, reach out to us so we can help you get top dollar. If you have any questions about this or real estate in general, call or email us. We would love to help you.

Here’s what’s been happening in our real estate market through June.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationIt’s now the middle of the year, and 2020 has already thrown us a ton of curveballs. We’ve also seen a lot of change in the real estate market. We now have more properties under contract than we did at this time last year. This means that, despite this year’s unusual conditions, people are moving and buying homes. Inventory levels are still lower than they were at this time in 2019. This is an excellent time to sell your house because there’s less competition. Buyers can benefit because we’re still at historically low interest rates. If you or anyone you know is considering making any type of move, this is the time to take advantage of our great market. Remember: Another factor that’s always crucial is which real estate agent you hire to help you. If you know anyone who could use our help with their move, we’d love to be of service. We hope you’re all keeping safe and healthy. If you need anything or have questions about real estate, call or email us. We’d love to speak with you.

There are two ways to sell your home, and we offer both.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationMany people have asked us questions about instant offers. There are companies out there who will give you an instant offer on your home, meaning you’ll have an offer to sell your house without putting it on the market, preparing it for sale, or having strangers walking through your home. The benefit is knowing when your house will sell and for how much. For some people, fewer interruptions or more convenience is what’s necessary. However, having your property on the market and exposed to many buyers often yields a higher price. We can give you options. If you want to sell your home and get the most money possible, we certainly know how to do that. If you want a convenient sale, to know the price, and when it’ll sell, we can offer that too through our instant offer program. No matter what your situation, we can help. If you or anyone you know is looking to make a move and wants options, that’s what our team is here to offer. Call or email us if you have any questions about our instant offer program or real estate in general. Don’t hesitate to let us know what you need; we’re always here for you.

Despite the pandemic, we have safe ways of helping you buy and sell.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationThis is a bizarre time, and we’re all dealing with different aspects of it, whether it’s finances, our health, work, real estate, etc. No matter what’s happening in the market, there are always people who need to move.Although many people say this is not the time and don’t want others coming into their homes, there are still a lot who need to buy and sell. We’re hearing from the latter group in unexpectedly large numbers. The great news is that we can help you buy or sell a house safely, even during the pandemic. To learn more about buying and selling during this health crisis, watch the short video above.

No matter where you’re moving, we can help. We’ve created a network of real estate agents all over the country to see to your real estate needs.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationFor the past 34 years, we’ve been able to help many people buy and sell real estate. Often, the people we’re helping are moving in or out of the state. So, over the years, we’ve gotten to know many of the top real estate agents around the country; we’ve created a network of agents. When a Realtor in Austin, Texas, for example, has a client relocating to San Diego, we want to make sure they know that our team is the one to send their clients to, and many do. Every week we receive inquiries from real estate agents all over the U.S. If you’re buying a home in another state, we can still help. I’m only licensed in California, but we can connect you with the right agent in the area you’re moving to. We’ll connect you with people like us who do a wonderful job, have high integrity, and will do the right thing for their clients. Even right now when things are uncertain, we want to help. So, if you, a family member, friend, or coworker have real estate needs anywhere in the nation, we’re here to be your resource. If you have questions or want to speak with us about real estate, please reach out via phone or email. We would love to help you.

As we all adjust to the current reality, I have a simple message: We’re here to help you, no matter what you need.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationFirst and foremost, I hope you’re safe and healthy. This is a tough time for everyone, but my message today is simple: We’re still here, we’re still working, and we’re still going to help you with whatever you need. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us.To see my full message about how we can help, watch the short video above.

If you want to sell your home but don’t quite have the money to get it ready for the market, our new program might be able to help you. Here’s how it works.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWe often get requests from people who are looking to sell their homes but don’t quite have the funds necessary to get them ready for sale. Today we’re excited to tell you about a solution. If you or someone you know has a home to sell that needs new carpet, paint, or other minor repairs, our “Improve Your Move” program will ensure that your home looks as appealing as possible to buyers so you will get the highest sale price. This program isn’t for everyone, but for those who need it, it can be exceptionally beneficial.Even if you’re not moving anytime soon, you probably know someone who is. Let them know about our program and we’d be glad to help. If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out via phone or email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Whether you’re buying or selling in our market, the time to act is now.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationThis time of year is a great opportunity if you’re thinking of purchasing a home. As the spring market approaches, we see more homes being listed. This means you’ll have more homes to choose between. It’s not just knowing more homes are coming onto the market—it’s also knowing what types of homes are being listed. That’s where we can be a big help. We’re always talking to consumers and agents with clients who are getting ready to put their homes on the market. We can help you know what will be for sale before the rest of the world knows.“You need to hire an agent who has a specific plan to market your home to the whole market.”If you’re thinking of selling, it’s a great time to do this as well, for the very same reason. The buyer market is very active. Demand and consumer confidence are high, and interest rates are low. In other words, you’ll have a bigger buyer pool. Just like buyers, certain things are important to remember if you want to get the best deal possible. You need to hire an agent who has a specific plan to market your home to the whole market instead of just putting it out there and hoping someone finds it. Again, this is where we can be a big help. So whether you’re buying or selling or know someone who is, give us a call and we’d be happy to help. If you have any other real estate questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us as well. We look forward to hearing from you.

I’m sharing my 2020 real estate market predictions.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWelcome to 2020! Happy New Year, and I hope your holiday season was wonderful. People ask me constantly about what’s going to happen in the market this year. When determining this, we look at supply and demand, the level of inventory, the rate of sale, and what’s happening in the economy. A slight change in any of these factors can change what happens in our real estate market. Here in January, it looks like 2020 is going to be similar to 2019. It’s going to be an excellent market, prices will continue to appreciate,and I see a lot of opportunity for both buyers and sellers with a more balanced level of inventory. If you are considering selling a home, there’s a misconception that often happens this time of year. People think spring and summer are the best times to sell. When everyone thinks that, inventory goes up and sellers have more competition.“I see a lot of opportunity for both buyers and sellers.”Putting your house on the market in the winter allows for less competition and to achieve the best possible price. Then, when more properties come on the market, you’re ready to shop for your next property.If you know someone who may be buying or selling, please remember us. You can reach us by phone or email. We would love to help.

Your support this year has meant the world to us. We hope you have a wonderful holiday season and a happy new year.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationAs 2019 comes to an end, I want to simply say thank you. We had another great year helping people in San Diego buy and sell homes.Many of those people were referred to us by you. As we head into the holiday season, we want to wish you happy holidays, merry Christmas, and a happy New Year. We’ll still be here working, as we always are, and we look forward to being here for you in 2020.We’ll be working throughout the holidays, so don’t hesitate to reach out. We hope the end of your year is fantastic and that you have a wonderful holiday season.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home before the end of the year, I’ve got some good news to share with you today. Here’s why now is the perfect time.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationDuring this time of year, something unique happens in our real estate market. While a lot of people assume that the holidays are a bad time for buying or selling real estate, the opposite is actually true.Every year, during the holidays we see a few different things happen. First, those who already have their homes on the market will take them off for various reasons. The homes that remain on the market are owned by motivated and serious sellers.Because of this, now is a great time to be a buyer. When you factor in low interest rates, it's a perfect time to take advantage of the opportunities out there.“When you factor in low interest rates, it’s a perfect time to buy, too.”For the sellers who are on the market during this time of year, it is tempting to take your home off the market when there are fewer buyers out there. However, the people that sold their home in September or October are the ones who are buying now. Although you might see fewer buyers overall, you’ll also see a higher percentage of serious ones.If you have any idea of buying or selling a home in the near future, this is the time to take action. Give us a call or send us an email today and we can help share strategies that will help you achieve your goals.

You need to know the market in order to take advantage of it, and we can help you with that.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationDo you have any real estate plans for 2020? A lot of people assume that spring is the best time to take advantage of the market, but truthfully, that depends on a few different factors. If you’re a buyer, inventory is rising, but so are interest rates, which means you shouldn’t wait too long to make your move. If you’re a seller, it goes without saying that the best time to list is when there are fewer homes for sale. As I just said, inventory will keep increasing as time goes on, so you shouldn’t wait too long either to take advantage of our market.If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us. We hope to see you soon.

Here’s a quick update about what’s been happening in our local real estate market, followed by some information about what kind of value our team can bring to you.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationRight now, there are more homes for sale than there were just a year ago. What’s more is that there are currently as many homes selling in 2019 as there were in 2018.For sellers, that means you can expect plenty of buyers in the marketplace. For buyers, that means right now is potentially one of the best times to purchase a home—there’s more inventory to choose from, and interest rates are still historically quite low.In addition to this brief market report, I wanted to share some information with you regarding my team.Many of you have known me for a long time, and even though some of you have never met me, we’ve helped you or have been involved with a real estate transaction alongside you. You all have friends, co-workers, or relatives who may be thinking of buying or selling a home, or at some point, you may be thinking of investing or making a change.I’ve been in the industry for 31 years, which is a lot longer than many of the agents in the market. Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, our team is able to do what we do because, well, we’re a team. Our team members aren’t just trainees or mentees; they’re real estate professionals with years of experience between them. They’re the best of the best.“We’re so grateful to have been able to help you obtain your real estate goals over the years, and we look forward to the next opportunity to do so again.”If you’re a seller, any agent can list your property on the market. What sets us apart is that we take a very active approach to finding buyers for your home. As a team, we have more time and resources to dedicate to things like calling to look for buyers who would be interested in your home or contacting agents (and not just local agents) who might have buyers interested. Once we find those people, we’re then able to direct them to your property. Further still, we strive to keep an open line of communication with our clients. We lend our expertise to provide you with feedback from buyers regarding the property you’ve listed, updates on current market trends, and other information that will help you navigate your transaction.For buyers, anyone can look at properties online, but those are the same properties that everyone else sees. We can help you find properties that, in many cases, the rest of the world doesn’t even know about. Many times, homes that haven’t yet hit the market are ones that work out the best for our clients.If you have any questions or real estate needs, don’t hesitate to reach out to me. We’re so grateful to have been able to help you obtain your real estate goals over the years, and we look forward to the next opportunity to do so again.

The right agent will always take your success seriously, and their approach to marketing should reflect this.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWhen you look for an agent to help you sell, the last thing you want is to choose someone whose idea of marketing a home is simply putting a sign in your yard and praying for buyers. This approach is too passive to be effective, which is why our team uses a different strategy entirely. Instead of relying on luck, we like to take the reins and be proactive about bringing you buyers. There are four people on our team whose sole focus each day is to find buyers who might be a match for your home. We market your home to thousands of agents around the world so that if any of those agents has a client moving to San Diego, your home will be among the first they consider. We know that it takes an aggressive approach to succeed in this market.“Instead of relying on luck, we like to take the reins and be proactive about bringing you buyers.”Of course, this only scratches the surface of what we do for our clients. If you have any other questions or would like to learn more, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Today we’ll share two different ways we can help you sell, depending on your wants and needs.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationAfter more than 30 years of being in the industry, we understand that every client’s situation is unique. That’s why our Instant Offer program exists—to help those who need to sell but don’t have the time or resources for a traditional listing experience. This program is a gimmick-free way to sell your home outright so that you can deal with whatever else may be going on your life. My team of investors and I have bought many homes this way, so you can be sure your experience working with us will be fast, smooth, and simple. Of course, you can also list traditionally with us if you prefer. The combination of our marketing, knowledge, and ability to bring your home maximum exposure means we’re typically able to get properties sold for top dollar and in less than 30 days. Either way, we help you (our clients) win.“You can be sure your experience working with us will be fast, smooth, and simple.”If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

It’s absolutely imperative to understand our market, no matter if you’re buying or selling.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationIn our market, there are approximately 6,800 homes available, and an additional 2,600 that are under contract.“In this type of market, it’s vital to work with someone who understands your area and can tell you in no uncertain terms the information you need to know in order to make a good decision.”To put that in perspective, a year ago at this time, there were 4,900 homes on the market and over 2,700 in escrow. That means we have more homes for sale now than we did just a year ago by quite a sizeable number and that fewer homes are selling.In this type of market, it’s vital to work with someone who understands your area and can tell you in no uncertain terms where the prices are, where the values are, and what information you need to know in order to make a good decision.If you’re looking to buy or sell a home, we can provide you with all that information and more. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us—we’d be glad to help.

You need to know the market in order to take advantage of it, and we can help you with that.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationDo you have any real estate plans for 2019?A lot of people assume that spring is the best time to take advantage of the market, but truthfully, that depends on a few different factors.If you’re a buyer, inventory is rising, but so are interest rates, which means you shouldn’t wait too long to make your move. If you’re a seller, it goes without saying that the best time to list is when there are fewer homes for sale.As I just said, inventory will keep increasing as time goes on, so you shouldn’t wait too long either to take advantage of our market.If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us. We hope to see you soon.

The new year is here, and our team wants to help you with your real estate-related resolutions.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationHere we are at the beginning of another new year. In this time of great change, our market is no exception. As always, our team wants to help you keep up with these ever-changing real estate conditions. If one of your resolutions was to buy or sell a home this year, let us make your move a little easier.We’d love to leverage our knowledge, experiences, and resources toward your success in 2019.If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us. We hope to see you soon.

We want to wish everyone a Happy Holidays.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationTo all of Heller the Home Seller’s family, friends, and clients old and new, we wish you a very happy holiday season.Now, as the year winds down and we head closer to the new year, a lot is happening in the real estate market. The market is changing quickly, so if you or anyone know has any real estate plans or needs, we encourage you to give us a call so we can give you an update on what’s going on and the effects the changes we’ve seen will have on your plans.We’ll be working throughout the holidays, so don’t hesitate to reach out. We hope the end of your year is fantastic and that you have a wonderful holiday season.

We wanted to say Happy Thanksgiving to everyone.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationThanksgiving is right around the corner so we wanted to make sure and wish you and your family the best this year. We also wanted to take a moment to say thanks to all of you. To our clients, friends, and family who have worked with us and referred us business, thank you for making this such a successful year and allowing us to help so many families with their real estate needs. We’re very grateful around this time of year and we’re very grateful for you. If you have any more questions about buying or selling a home or you’re curious about what’s happening in our market, don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I’d be glad to help you.

In celebration of our 30th year in business, the Heller Real Estate Group is rebranding. Today, we’ll be explaining what you can expect from us moving forward.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationBelieve it or not, 2018 is the Heller Real Estate Group’s 30th year in business. To celebrate, we’ve decided to rebrand. While you will be seeing a new look from us, please know that you can still expect the same great results as always. We’ve gained a reputation of honesty for a reason. We’ll always give you the “straight scoop” so that you can make the best decisions for your real estate future, and this isn’t about to change.If you have any more questions about buying or selling a home or you’re curious about what’s happening in our market, don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I’d be glad to help you.

Is now a good time to buy or sell? The answer depends on your situation.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationIs now a good time to buy or sell? It all depends on your situation. If you’re a buyer, it’s always a good time to buy if you’re getting a good buy. Market conditions change all the time, but what doesn’t change is either paying too much for a property or getting a great buy on one. That’s where your agent comes in. If they’re a good agent, they’ll understand the market and home values and they’ll be able to guide you through a good buy for any home you look at. If you're a seller, a good time to sell is whenever there's demand for your home. Demand comes from two different areas—either it’s market-driven (meaning there are more buyers than there are homes for sale) or it comes from you and what you can do to your home to create that demand.“Market conditions change all the time, but what doesn’t change is either paying too much for a property or getting a great buy on one.”There are two factors that drive the demand that you can create for your home. The first is its price, and the second is what your agent does to market it so it gets exposed to as many buyers as possible. If you have any more questions about buying or selling a home or you’re curious about what’s happening in our market, don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I’d be glad to help you.

If you’re in search for the perfect home, don’t forget to consider school districts. Even if you don’t have children, this factor will be critical.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationThe end of summer is upon us, and this means back-to-school time has also arrived. With that in mind, knowing which school district you're in is important, whether you have children or not, because of how this factor may impact your current or future real estate goals. A school district’s overall reputation, not just its average test scores, can have a significant impact on local home values. So if you’re searching for a home right now, don’t forget to check the school district of any property you consider.“A school district’s overall reputation, not just its average test scores, can have a significant impact on local home values.”If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

If you or someone you know is planning on buying a home in their 20s, we’ve got a few great tips to share. Here they are.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWe have to give it to millennials. They’re smart, they’re tech-savvy, they know what they want, and they know how to go find it. If you're a millennial homebuyer, you live with one, or you know one, here are a few things that you should keep in mind:1. Make sure that you’re committed. You need to explore the pros and cons and make a definitive decision that this is what you want to do. Regardless of your situation, making that decision is critical.2. Understand your budget. What is your cost of living? We don’t want buying a property to change your lifestyle dramatically. 3. Meet with a lender. Agents like us know who the best lenders are and can connect you with them. Connecting with a lender is important because they will help you get pre-approved so you can understand exactly what you can qualify for.“We know the best lenders and can connect you with them.”4. Find a great agent. You need an agent that understand you, your needs, and the market. Then they will be able to advise you on what a great buy looks like and what pitfalls you need to avoid.If you have any questions for us or you’re interested in buying or selling a home, don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Did you know that your home’s proximity to a Starbucks plays a role in its value? Here are three more surprising factors in your home’s market value.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWe’re back to check in with you regarding some interesting information we’ve come across. Across the country, there are four specific things that are affecting home values:1. Your proximity to a Starbucks. 2. Blue kitchens. If you’re thinking of doing a remodel, think blue.3. Trendy features. In particular, farmhouse sinks and barn doors have increased click-through rates on listings and overall sales in different marketplaces.“If you’re thinking about a kitchen remodel, think blue.”4. Commutability to downtown. This always increases home value at a big rate.If you have any questions about any of these things or about San Diego real estate in general, we’re always happy to help. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Selling your own home sounds like a great way to save money. However, there are many pitfalls involved that you are probably unaware of.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationToday we are going to talk about selling your home on your own, commonly referred to as an FSBO (For Sale By Owner). It sounds like an enticing, easy, and inexpensive way of selling your home, but you are not seeing the whole picture. When it comes down to it, only 4% of FSBO homes listed result in successful sales. Meanwhile, 96% of FSBOs end up listing their home with an agent after their failed attempt.Our team is here to support any avenue that you are considering as your neighborhood resource for over 30 years. We are here to answer any questions you have about selling your home on your own.The reason most FSBO sellers end up hiring an agent is that they did not understand the work that went into the process before beginning it. Many also were unaware of the legal exposure that selling FSBO opens you up to. “96% of FSBO home sellers end up listing their home with an agent anyway.”Another factor playing a role in all this is that homebuyers almost always work with an agent because the service of a buyer’s agent is free. Why would a buyer who is ready, willing, and able to buy want to deal with a homeowner directly when a Realtor is available for them?If you have any more questions or if you are looking to buy or sell a home here in San Diego, please feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

The market is heating up in San Diego. Here’s what you need to know.Looking for a San Diego home? Click here for a full home search  Selling Your San Diego home? Get a free home price evaluationWe’ve got a quick market update for you today about the San Diego spring market. Spring is certainly the most popular time for homeowners to sell their homes. The inventory rises from about 2,000 homes in January to around 6,000 homes in June.“We’re always happy to update you on current market conditions.”We’re always here to help you by advising you on any last-minute fix-ups, update you with current market conditions, and help you with anything you need regarding real estate.If you have any questions for us, don’t hesitate to reach out and give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.