The Selby Team

If your goal is to buy a home in 2021 then here are 5 steps you can take right now to get you on the road to success https://selbysellssd.com//5-things-you-can-start-doing-now

We are so grateful for the people who have put their trust in us in this crazy unpredictable year. It means the world to us and we are so honored to represent each and every one of you who we now get to call friend. #bringon2021 #happynewyear #goals #sandiegorealtor

Got in one more closing to wrap up 2020! Here’s to new beginnings #happynewyear #justsold #normalheightssd

3 Reasons Why The Holidays Are A Good Time To Sell This is a reminder we normally send out during the holidays because, well, it's always true. This year though, it's more accurate than ever. We have buyers searching for homes who keep looking at the same inventory day after day. When a new listing pops up on the market, buyers are getting bid up to unprecedented prices. If you've been thinking of selling, we highly recommend taking advantage of the current market (and p...ossibly help us find a new home for our buyers). Here's a quick blog in case you need more convincing https://selbysellssd.com//3-wonderful-reasons-why-the-holi

JUST LISTED in #NormalHeights ! Two completely detached homes south of Adams Ave in a section that is condo free, these stylish remodels have off street parking plus an attached garage on 1 house, their own laundry and lots of yard space that could be easily divided up to give each house its own. In addition, there is extra patio space in the very back, part of the sewer line is new and there are many other upgrades. Lots of uses for the owner occupant or investor who wants to take advantage of the metro area popularity.

JUST LISTED 2 units - 2 bed, 1 bath and a studio on a spacious lot with plenty of parking and backyard for both units. Contact John at 619.251.0979 for details and showings

JUST LISTED Welcome to one of the most spectacular homes in the Lomas Santa Fe community! A 4 bed, 3 bath home listed at $1,899,000. This home boasts a completely remodeled kitchen outfitted with Wolf and Sub Zero appliances, perfect for any home chef! Walk out into the spacious yard with saltwater pool and expansive views! Sit and sip your morning coffee in your outdoor living room or watch the sun go down into the pacific from the deck! Each room feels spacious and is filled with light from all the windows! We have all fallen in love with this home. #justlisted #solanabeach #solanabeachhomes #LomasSantaFe

Buying a house is no exception to the possibility of buyers remorse. Especially in a market with low inventory, low interest rates, and buyers heavily competing for houses. It’s something that’s been on my mind lately so here are my thoughts and what our team is doing to combat this.

JUST LISTED & Ready for the weekend! This is the home of endless possibilities! A HUGE house for North Park that is fully updated! It is currently configured as a 3 bdrm/2 bath + den AND a 2 bdrm/1 bath ADU. It can easily be used as one large home or two separate units. You could even convert the den and 1 bedroom into a studio to make 3 units. This is not one you want to miss. Multi-generational living or strictly an investment property. The 3 bedroom is all one level too. Live central to EVERYTHING and let your unit pay your mortgage.

Another closing! Beat out over list price offers Accepted below list price 10K price reduction... I know everyone is hearing about how hot the market is but there are still ways to get into a great home! Writing offers over list and not getting accepted....? Maybe its time for a phone call with me Congrats to another amazing family buying their first home!

5 Things to Consider Before Selling https://selbysellssd.com//5-factors-to-consider-when-decid

As listing agents, we not only want your house to be seen by as many buyers as possible but for it to also be able to be purchased by as many buyers as possible. One way we can do that is to make sure it qualifies for different kinds of loans. In today's episode, I'm covering what you can do ahead of time to prepare your home for any buyers who would be using an FHA loan to purchase your property. Tune in and send over any questions!

JUST LISTED This view home sits on 1/3 of an acre in the hills N. of Escondido & offers privacy & space while still being close to the heart of Escondido. Walk into the expansive great room which then opens to a HUGE, wrap-around deck providing entertainment galore while enjoying the sunrise or sunset. Dual master suites with one on the main level enables single level living if needed & each room is oversized. The detached home office provides an opportunity to live & work from home while soaking up beautiful views!

JUST LISTED This 3 bed, 1.5 bath #NormalHeights home has so much charm! This nicely upgraded home in has a converted garage office OR ADU. .. all that's needed is a shower. .. easy to add. There is off street parking & a very private backyard that is great for entertaining PLUS alley access. Enjoy the built-in kitchen kegerator & high efficiency appliances, wood floors thru-out, central heat & air and a ductless heat pump w a/c in the office/ADU. The double pane windows, new foundation work & both buildings insulated shows the love that’s been poured on! DM us for showing info

Here is the new way to view homes! Come out today and see this amazing listing however you are comfortable. We are doing virtual tours and appointment only Covid compliant tours. Call (619) 431-2954 or join us for the live video walk throughs

Live in a peaceful community in the heart of it all! We just listed this modern condo in East Village in walking distance to city college, the trolley and everything downtown San Diego has to offer. Take a look and we'll be here for any questions!

We're so excited for our clients officially closing on this Chula Vista home at $555,000. Congrats to them and on to the next chapter!

CLOSED! Officially closed on two houses this weekend and opened escrow on one after only 3 days on the market! Things are moving out there folks!

JUST LISTED Covid got you craving extra space? This home has it all: Spacious master bedroom Home office Hot tub... Open concept kitchen and family room Contact John Selby 619.251.0979 for info and showings

A LIVE market update today on Fridays with the Fiddle Fig for metro San Diego. Tune in for the most recents trends in our real estate market!

JUST LISTED in North Park! Check out our newest listing blocks away from Morley Field! It's a unique opportunity to own in a million dollar neighborhood without the million dollar price! Take a peek here and contact us for info

Buyers have changed the way they’re looking at homes. Tune in to get the low down on the 5 biggest things buyers are looking for!

Last week we gave an update for our buyers who are on the fence about buying so this week we’re discussing the benefits and drawbacks for any sellers thinking about selling currently. Tune in!

GOING LIVE with a message for buyers in this market who are on the sidelines of buying right now...

Last week we covered home improvements that will increase the value of your home so today we want to cover a few upgrades that are not likely to increase your home’s value. Tune in to find out!

Going LIVE with another episode of Friday’s with the Fiddle Fig! Covering the best home improvements you can make for the highest return on investment. Tune in and ask questions!

Friday’s with the fiddle fig! Today’s topic is House Hacking in San Diego. How myself and my wife have had others pay part or all of our mortgage for 5 years.

NEW Many people think that buying or selling a home is the only time you need to know what the value is of your home. We've drawn up 5 good reasons why you should know the value of your home because, the reality is, knowing your home's value can save you a chunk of money in the long run. Take a read and let us know if you have any questions! https://selbysellssd.com//5-good-reasons-why-you-should-kn

It has HEATED up in San Diego! Are you looking for the dream house with that perfect pool? We can help. View Pool Homes here https://bit.ly/301tAtW... #pool #summer #summerheat #cooloff #dreamhome #forsale #newhome #househunting #realestate

Shout out to Nick Noonan today for opening up his 4th escrow since joining our team! His resilience to not only start a career in real estate but to also keep it strong during a pandemic is impressive and inspiring. So excited for you Nick!

Anything you're doing for the first time can often be frustrating and intimidating. More so when it comes to buying your first home! The stakes are high, and there’s no way you can make an impulse purchase. You can’t just contact the agent of a listing you’ve seen online and say This is mine!no questions asked. Or give an offer on the first virtual open house you’ve attended. There are a ton of things to do and prepare even before finally scheduling a showing and making an offer on your potential home. So here's a 5 step checklist to get you on the right path for a successful home search https://selbysellssd.com//first-time-homebuyer-heres-a-5-s

While we're still limited on how much we can go out, here are 5 easy tips to make your kitchen feel a little more welcoming... https://selbysellssd.com//5-easy-tips-and-tricks-to-make-y

This Normal Heights home is officially off the market. The market is certainly changing, if you or anyone you know have questions about selling during this time we are here to help. No question is too small! #normalheightssd #justsold #selbysellssandiego #sandiegorealtor #sandiegorealestate

The Coronavirus pandemic is changing buyer priorities when looking for a new home. Check out these top 5 changes homebuyers could be looking for

Vitual open house. Go to zoom for more specifics. 3038 Crane ave Lemon grove. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85805327869

VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE Tune in today anytime between 12pm-1pm for a virtual tour of our 4 bed, 2 bath home in Lemon Grove. Views from living/dining area... Upgrades to kitchen, appliances, bathrooms, roofs and more Paid solar Potential space downstairs for additional unit Follow this link to join the tour today anytime between 12pm-1pm! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85805327869

Just Listed 4 bed, 2 bath home in Lemon Grove With beautiful views and a great play area/home office/rental space downstairs!

I’m proud of you San Diego! Let’s start opening up but continue to keep each other safe! What restaurant are you most excited to eat at again?!

You'll never have to clean up for that Zoom meeting...or happy hour...ever again Below is our personal favorite, but click the link to check out a list of cool backgrounds for your next Zoom call https://selbysellssd.com//video-conference-backgrounds-you

SOLD This beauty is officially off the market!

Joanie gets into it on our North Park listing with List it Live today! Tune in for the guided tour

As weather gets warmer we all might be looking to move our isolation to our backyards, side patios and front stoops (maybe you already have, this is San Diego after all....). Here are 5 ways to upgrade that outdoor space https://selbysellssd.com//5-ways-to-upgrade-your-outdoor-l

SOLD! Officially closed on this 3 bed, 2 bath home in South Park at $815,000. Things are still moving out there, folks!

Compass CEO discusses challenges and trends of real estate during COVID-19. Click the link below to watch the full clip. selbysellssd.com/interview-with-reffkin

Tour our newest listing in Normal Heights from the comfort of your home!

If your home buying goals feel like they have been turned upside down since the coronavirus hit, then this blog might be for you. https://selbysellssd.com/blog/2020/journey-from-home

Soo...was anyone else in the middle of a renovation project when all this hit? Check out our latest blog for some tips on how to handle those questions of whether or not you should continue that project https://selbysellssd.com/blog/should-i-reno

Watching the dust build over there? Ever since this lock down started, I've been trying to stick to a regular cleaning schedule. Now that we're a few weeks in I've become so grateful to be getting small things done every day so that it never feels too overwhelming and I can work from home in a positive physical and mental space! As this has been on my mind, I thought it was a good chance to put together a short list of 6 easy cleaning tasks a household shouldn't overlook ...(they make a difference, I swear!) #3 is the one I struggle with the most! Check it out here https://selbysellssd.com//6-easy-cleaning-tasks-homeowners Have a peaceful rest of your week! The Selby Team

The CARES Act What does it mean for you? Find out here selbysellssd.com/blog/care-act

Dearest Friends, We hope this message finds you well rested, healthy and with an exceptionally clean house! For those of you who are terrified of not being able to pay your mortgage, or anxious to get your house on the market before anything gets scarier, or maybe you're in a position where you want to take advantage of low interest rates but fear leaving your home; we want to be your sounding board. ... We are working hard to make sure our existing transactions are moving forward without delay, we're doing virtual tours and conference calls, and our entire team is working from home for the current foreseeable future. It's weird and takes some creativity but it's working and, admittedly, we're even having a little fun with it Real estate is an enormous investment, financially and emotionally, and we fully acknowledge that those feelings are heightened during this time. While we cannot predict the future, we are here for you and are dedicated to helping you make the most informed decisions possible. Aside from real estate, we're also happy to help out in any way we can! If you need grocery delivery or anything else just reach out! Our phones/emails/zoom calls are open to you at any time. With warm wishes, Joanie & John Selby and the whole Selby Team!

QUALIFIES FOR USDA 0% DOWN | This is a unique opportunity to own. Beautiful home, completely off grid (perfect to escape the pandemic ( ) with sweeping views of the mountains!

Some really great insight from a teacher in China coming out of lockdown: "We are just finishing our 7th week of E-Learning, seven weeks of being mainly housebound and seven weeks of uncertainty. We are healthy, we are happy, and we are humbled. We are allowed to move around freely now with a green QR code that we show when we get our temperature taken. You get your temperature taken everywhere, and it's just become part of the routine. Most restaurants and shopping centres... are now open, and life is coming back to our city. As we watch the rest of the world begin their time inside; here are some of my reflections on the last seven weeks: 1. Accept that you have no control over the situation. Let go of any thoughts of trying to plan too much for the next month or two. Things change so fast. Don't be angry and annoyed at the system. Anxiety goes down, and you make the best of the situation - whatever that might be for you. Accept that this is what it is and things will get easier. 2. Try not to listen to/read/watch too much media. It WILL drive you crazy. There is a thing as too much! 3. The sense of community I have felt during this time is incredible. I could choose who I wanted to spend my energy on - who I wanted to call, message and connect with and found the quality of my relationships has improved. 4. Appreciate this enforced downtime. When do you ever have time like this? I will miss it when we go back to the fast-paced speed of the 'real world'. 5. Time goes fast. I still haven't picked up the ukelele I planned to learn, and there are box set TV shows I haven't watched yet. 6. As a teacher, the relationships I have built with my students have only continued to grow. I have loved seeing how independent they are; filming themselves to respond to tasks while also learning essential life skills such as balance, risk-taking and problem-solving, that even we as adults are still learning. 7. You learn to appreciate the little things; sunshine through the window, flowers blossoming and being able to enjoy a coffee in a cafe. To those just beginning this journey, You will get through it. Listen to what you are told, follow the rules and look out for each other. There is light at the end of the tunnel."

Checking in from the home office today!

JUST LISTED | Tucked away on a quiet canyon in South Park, this nicely updated 3 bed/2 bath home has sweeping views S/SE from its large and peaceful back deck retreat. Some of the mid century charm has been preserved while the important updates have been made: new roof, solar, updated kitchen/bath, central A/C. Kick back and relax in nature or take a stroll to the popular village of South Park. The home is also in McKinley school district and is walking distance. There is off street parking and a storage space.

COMING SOON | 3259 Highview Drive | South Park | This 3 bed, 2 bath home is perched right on a canyon with a large deck to enjoy the views over a cup of coffee or glass of wine (which I think we’ll all be doing a lot of over the next few weeks!). DM us for more info! #selbysellssandiego #southpark #southparksandiego #canyonviews #lovewhereyoulive #compasscomingsoon

Come check out this two unit, Normal Heights home tomorrow from 1-4pm! 4356 33rd St

JUST LISTED | 4 bed, 2 bath home with the most gorgeous, unobstructed view. This Jamul home is one of the most unique and tranquil homes we have ever had the honor of representing. All off the grid and built from adobe. Contact us for details

The First Look isn’t just a thing for wedding days, it exists in real estate too. The first look a buyer gets when they walk into a home can be the determining factor of whether they like it or not. In today’s episode we’re talking with Jessica Tingle from Staging Collective to get three tips on how to stage a home to get that initial wow! factor. Tune in to see the before and after of how she transforms this home!

OPEN HOUSE TODAY 4356 33rd Street Come get a sneak peek at this Normal Heights home before it goes on the market! We’ll be here from 1-4pm today with free tacos. Come say hi and have some tacos! #selbysellssandiego #normalheights #openhouse #normalheightshomes

Obviously curb appeal is important. In this video we're going into the "why" and what minor changes can be made to improve that first look a buyer gets of your home.

Welp, that didn’t last long! This two bedroom, Normal Heights home is officially off the market at $650,000.

Take care of these 5 fixes and you'll have some very happy buyers.