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Replies (8)
- Tonie Pasillas, "Tonie Pasillas"
- Contributions:7
Hello, do you live in the area? If not you can look in the telephone book, or check Zillow to see if any agents are active in that area. If you live in the area, you can drive around at look at agents signs, in the areas that you are interested in. Give them a call. If they can't help you, they can probably refer you to someone that can. I hope this helps.
- Russell & Jessica Macias, "LocalSDhomes"
- Contributions:9
Honestly if your looking for an agent lets be honest... Zillow is not the right place to look. these are agents that spend a lot of money to become premier agents. What you need is a new agent that is willing to help you throught the whole buying process that won't rush you without worrying about loosing on their investment. I am an newer agent with 5 years of experience that is building a reputation for my new brokerage. Honestly I need you and I have the resources to help you with all your questions. If you would like to work with someone that will actually work for your business please contact me. [contact information deleted by Zillow moderator. Please see our Good Neighbor Policy]
- SoCal_Engr
- Contributions:5661
@ Jorge...
Why are you intent on buying? In my experience, "price" is driven more by location than size. There are some parts of San Diego where a "small" house still commands a "big" price. I am not a REA, but I can tell you what areas to look in for "small and cheap". But, it's going to come with some significant downsides. Personally, if I were in your situation, I'd rent.
Why are you intent on buying? In my experience, "price" is driven more by location than size. There are some parts of San Diego where a "small" house still commands a "big" price. I am not a REA, but I can tell you what areas to look in for "small and cheap". But, it's going to come with some significant downsides. Personally, if I were in your situation, I'd rent.
- Cory La Scala, "San Diego CA Realtor"
- Contributions:419
Hi Jorge,
I know, San Diego is still expensive, even now for many first time buyers. I'll be happy to help you find you a home here. First, we'd start by discussing your finances, so we know what type of loan you would use. We would start looking at properties based on that. Many homes on the lower end don't qualify for some loan types, so we would see only those homes that would work for you. There are some work-arounds in some cases though, and an agent really has to have enough experience to learn them, and be aware of them, to be successful in the first time home market.
And, FYI, you don't need to get a new agent to spend time with you. Any good agent will spend the time necessary to help you find a home, and a really good agent will know how not to waste time with homes that won't work. Some of my clients were in escrows that cancelled because of things that could have been avoided, if the proper research was done up front. It takes time, but that's what it takes to do it right. And, escrow isn't cheap. In the first week you have two pricey out-of-pocket expenses, your home inspection and appraisal. Together they can run about $800, give or take.
By the way, not all agents are premier agents. I certainly don't spend any money on Zillow. I'm just here trying to help answer questions.
Give me a call anytime, and we can start discussing what you're looking for and move you towards finding something you're proud to own.
Warm Regards,
Cory
I know, San Diego is still expensive, even now for many first time buyers. I'll be happy to help you find you a home here. First, we'd start by discussing your finances, so we know what type of loan you would use. We would start looking at properties based on that. Many homes on the lower end don't qualify for some loan types, so we would see only those homes that would work for you. There are some work-arounds in some cases though, and an agent really has to have enough experience to learn them, and be aware of them, to be successful in the first time home market.
And, FYI, you don't need to get a new agent to spend time with you. Any good agent will spend the time necessary to help you find a home, and a really good agent will know how not to waste time with homes that won't work. Some of my clients were in escrows that cancelled because of things that could have been avoided, if the proper research was done up front. It takes time, but that's what it takes to do it right. And, escrow isn't cheap. In the first week you have two pricey out-of-pocket expenses, your home inspection and appraisal. Together they can run about $800, give or take.
By the way, not all agents are premier agents. I certainly don't spend any money on Zillow. I'm just here trying to help answer questions.
Give me a call anytime, and we can start discussing what you're looking for and move you towards finding something you're proud to own.
Warm Regards,
Cory
- Cheryl Talbot Real Estate, "Virginia Beach Homes"
- Contributions:674
Try getting in touch with a Realtor who services San Diego and surrounding areas. They can send you everything that's for sale there in your price range. You can get these sent via the MLS data base and see what you can afford and where the home will actually sit. It's free to you and agents will be glad to be of service there. It's what they do! Good Luck!
- Marvin Collier, "MarvinCollierJr"
- Contributions:74
[website deleted by Zillow moderator. Please see our Good Neighbor Policy] on search for properties, if you a property that interest you then email me.
- SoCal_Engr
- Contributions:5661
@ Marvin...
Please take a look and review Zillow's "Good Neighbor Policy" (just below the edit window when posting a response). Links like the one your provided are considered spam and not allowed.
Cheers
Please take a look and review Zillow's "Good Neighbor Policy" (just below the edit window when posting a response). Links like the one your provided are considered spam and not allowed.
Cheers
- Marcie Sands, "MarcieSandsREALTOR"
- Contributions:27
Your first step should be meeting with a mortgage broker or banker to review your loan qualification and determine how much home you can afford. Once the loan amount is established, you should speak to a few differenent REALTORS to find a Buyer's Broker who is willing to work with you on your home search.
Kind Regards,
Marcie Sands, REALTOR
Kind Regards,
Marcie Sands, REALTOR
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