High-End Home Sales Track Equities Market It’s Not Just Oil and the S&P That Move in Lockstep

Sam Khater | Market Trends The recent correction in the equities market has underlined a strong correlation between stock performance and sales of high end houses. As the stock market swooned in recent months, so has the volume of sales for $1 million-plus homes. This has been the case in the past, and recent performance of both […]
Proof the housing market can survive a Fed interest rate hike

The reason behind the drop in mortgage apps Although mortgage applications significantly tumbled this week, the Federal Reserve’srecent interest rate hike is not to blame, according to a new report from Capital Economics. Capital Economics originally forecasted back in December that the housing market could withstand a rate hike, with this new Mortgage Bankers Association report giving early evidence that it was right. […]
Home of the Week! New to the Market – Solana Beach Coastal Living at it’s Best!!

West Solana Beach FIXER UPPER with plenty of potential.. Walkability, OCEAN VIEWS, nestled back above CEDROS DESIGN CENTER, 3,600 Sq. Ft., open floor plan, volume vaulted ceilings, very romantic Master Bedroom Suite with unique ocean view balcony, quaint little art loft/office/study with BREATHTAKING views all the way to Swami’s, spacious back yard with numerous California […]
DESIGN CORNER – My favorite Architect!

In the market for a remodel or a ground up project?? Check out John Kavan at the www.Composium Group.com. Not only is he very talented but he is incredible to work with. If he can work with me, you know he is one patient visionary! Check out just a few of his projects below. Thank […]
DESIGN CORNER – Quintessential California Beach Craftsman

Designed with exceptional vision and the use of the highest quality materials available, this beach cottage represents perfection. The floor plan is ideal for entertaining and living the Del Mar beach lifestyle. What are your thoughts??
DESIGN CORNER – Trending

Loving the hot look of “Soft Industrial” that is trending in Europe and Urban cultures. It’a gaining in popularity and we are now seeing these clean lines and chic styles in many of our local residential communities Check out some of my favorites and I want to hear your thoughts!!
New Studies Point to Homebuyers Thinking Green

Tuesday, September 22, 2015 – 12:38 Phil Hall A pair of new studies have found potential homebuyers are placing a higher degree of priority on residential properties that are energy efficient. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), through the new report What Green Means to Home Buyers: Perceptions and Preferences published by its BuilderBooks […]
Home of the Week – Phenomenal White Water Views, best on the Coast!

Miles of unobstructed views of the Coast/Lagoon & Estuary! Live the Cardiff Lifestyle in the popular Walking District of Cardiff. Hardwood floors, Walls of Windows, Chef’s kitchen, Large Entertainment Decks, Office/3rd Bedroom with built in cabinets, Spacious Master en-suite, ALL ON SINGLE LEVEL FLOOR PLAN, equipped with a large 2 car garage. These Views can […]
California Dreaming: Record $500 Million Tag on L.A. Home

One of the biggest homes in U.S. history is rising on a Los Angeles hilltop, and the developer hopes to sell it for a record $500 million. Nile Niami, a film producer and speculative residential developer, is pouring concrete in L.A.’s Bel Air neighborhood for a compound with a 74,000-square-foot (6,900-square-meter) main residence and three […]
So many reasons to love San Diego!

We thought this video would be a great tribute to the lifestyle that America’s Finest City has to offer; beach life, nightlife, family fun adventures, the best surf spots, restaurants, resorts, vibrant neighborhoods, outdoor activities, tourism, culture and more! Click below on READ MORE to watch our latest video!