San Diego, CA 92109         Office: (858) 272-8773

Search the San Diego MLS Self Search Feature (older version) Click on either link above to start your FREE and NO Hassle search for property in San Diego.  Email me with the MLS number(s) for any property you would like additional information on.  I look forward to helping you find and buy your home.  Press here to email me - Joel            What they are saying about my services: Daniel...First, let me assure you that you picked the best realtor in San Diego to work with --- Joel is a true professional. - Capt Will Ainsworth "I bought my first condo with Joel by accident (he was an agent at one property I took a look at by myself), but it was a great twist of fate. Not only did he help me find the place that was perfect for me, he helped me every step of the way. I didn't know the first thing about buying a home, and he explained everything and answered all my questions. When my husband and I sold the condo and bought our house together a couple of years ago, we went back to Joel. He went above and beyond. While dealing with a family death during closing, he handled everything we couldn't. I'd use him again and again."  Jen Roberts-Wilbur For more testimonials, click here "Joel, now that I am established in my new home and can finally take a breather, I'd like to thank you for getting me in here.  It has been great knowing that I can rely on you for honest advice - following it has sure paid off."  Dan Garcia   *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *       Sales Statistics for SAN DIEGO County CA Realist's most recent recording date for this county is 03/4/2009  (Info updated 3/13/2009) Single Family Residence  Time Period Number of Sales Median Sale Price   Jan 2009 1,412 $330,000   Jan 2008 1,007 $475,000   Dec 2008 1,976 $350,250   Dec 2007 1,286 $525,000   2009 YTD 2,709 $335,000   2008 20,352 $400,000   Condominium  Time Period Number of Sales Median Sale Price   Jan 2009 692 $210,750   Jan 2008 637 $345,000   Dec 2008 906 $225,000   Dec 2007 815 $355,000   2009 YTD 1,272 $215,000   2008 10,767 $280,000          San Diego is rated in the Top 5 Best Housing Market by Forbes.com Posted March 2, 2009     Click here for the article       ******************************************************************************************** Should I buy now or should I wait until prices come down.  Did you know that Donald Trump is buying up as much property as he can? Why do you think that is? He is a smart businessman, to say the least, and knows that this is the best time to buy. The best answer is to buy when the timing is right for you instead of trying to time the market.  Here's why.   press for the full article    ******************************************************************************************** In a World Without PITI, Could You Buy a Home? Dealing with the sale or purchase of real property, there are many terms that come up in the course of the transaction. It can be annoying, and there are lots of these specialized terms. It's not generally feasible for a casual buyer or seller to learn them all. However, there are some words and abbreviations that you should become familiar with for your own benefit and the PITI acronym is one of them. Following is an explanation of the term and of each of its letters. ...  press for the full article ******************************************************************************************** Short Sales.... Short sales are situations where the homeowner owes more on the property than they can sell it for.  These type of transactions require patience (sometimes up to 6 months) just to complete the transaction.  Many short sale transactions are initiated, but are not completed.  Here's a tidbit I found on the California Association of Realtors newsletter...article source is by Rachel Raskin-Zrihen/Times-Herald staff writer...copied with permission "Many of the short sales will never go through because the owners (seller) won't qualify, the bank will take so long to respond that the interested buyer will disappear, or the listing agent has set a list price that is unrealistic and not acceptable to the bank.  But they do give us a hint of what is to come when those homes in distress are foreclosed upon and become (bank-owned)." ******************************************************************************************** Foreclosures.... Foreclosures are known by several names including Bank Owned, Bank repo and REO.  The process is very similar to a normal resale transaction and with proper coordination, can close in a 30 - 45 day window.  There is additional paperwork such as a lender addendum.  Also, the lender is not required to submit all disclosures because they didn't live in the property.  They and their agent must still disclose anything they really know about the property.  Foreclosures are always sold "as is" meaning the owner (the bank) will not perform any of the repairs, even mandated ones, although they will provide termite clearance in most cases.  Most foreclosures are properties that have experienced extensive deferred maintenance, meaning the home is in need of many repairs.  In some rare cases, the home is in great shape and these are normally the "great deals" you hear about.  They are out there...call/email me to find them. ******************************************************************************************** A referral is sending someone you care about to someone you trust and respect.  I want to earn your trust and respect by providing you with the service and information you expect and deserve.  That said: I'm never too busy for your referrals.  If you appreciate the level of service I provide and hear of someone of comparable quality as yourself who is thinking of buying or selling their home, just call me with their name and number and I'll be happy to follow up with them.  -  Joel *********************************************************************************************    Housing and Economic Recovery Act 2008          Home Sales Increasing - Inventory Decreasing     Click here to search the San Diego County Multiple Listing Service for available homes and have these listings emailed to you automatically. I provide this as a FREE service to my clients, who I expect will use my services when they are ready to purchase. Featured Homes - Look here for homes that are for sale and rent. Contact me if you are interested in placing your rental property here. Market Analysis - Let me figure out how much your home is worth in today's market? Buyer/Seller Tips - Read through helpful tips of information on buying and selling your home!

Why pick me over other Realtors?    ·        Past-President, Mission Bay Real Estate Association   MBREA ·        Broker-Owner, San Diego Real Estate - Joel Hawk, INC  ·        ABR, CRS, ePRO, SRES, Realtor ·        I communicate openly, accurately, and promptly. ·        When it comes to providing service to you, I teach others in this business how to do it, so why not get the service you deserve from the instructor? ·        Listing agent, buyer broker, buyers agent. I represent you whether you are buying or selling! Send me an email or give me a call. Let's get started!!! ·        San Diego Broker, San Diego Realtor, San Diego Real Estate Agent ·        I may not be able to serve your every need, but if you need a professional for some other service, start here.  These people have proven themselves to me as some of the best experts in their professions.

 

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Joel Hawk, ABR, CRS, e-PRO, SRES Broker - Owner San Diego Real Estate - Joel Hawk, INC San Diego, CA 92109 Business: (858) 272-8773 Fax: (888) 710-3037 E-Mail: Joel@JoelHawk.com Lic. # 01246382

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