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San Diego’s Beaches get an A Rating

Even when compared to some of the best beaches on the West Coast, San Diego's stand out. They're beautiful, full of things to do, and apparently, they have some of the cleanest water around. According to Heal the Bay's annual Beach Report Card, 99% of the beaches in San Diego County earned a good grade for their water quality. When compared to the rest of the beaches in California, the San Diego region had one of the best overall ratings. The...Read More

Meet the Team – John

Hi. I'm John, and I can't wait to help you find the home that's right for you. I've lived in San Diego for over 20 years, and in all honesty, I can't think of a place I'd rather call home. San Diego is a city rich with culture, and is known worldwide for both its beauty and diversity. People have come from all over the globe just to make San Diego their home, and I consider myself fortunate to be among them. Although...Read More

Meet the Team – Randy

Hi. My name is Randy, and I'm happy to call San Diego home. I was lucky enough to have been born and raised here, and I consider San Diego to be one the most incredible cities in the United States. Though I've had the fortune of living in other parts of the country, my longing to return home has always brought me back to the amazing weather and majestic beaches of southern California. What's more, my love for the unique beauty...Read More

Weekly Updates for San Diego’s Real Estate Market

When it comes time to buy or sell a house, it is important to be aware of what's happening in your area. Unfortunately, getting the right information isn't as simple as it should be. That's where we come in. Whether it be local news or new listings, Greater Good Realty has it covered. Make sure to to visit our website for the most recent updates.   Prices hit 5-year high: Residents of San Diego who are looking to sell their homes now have yet...Read More

More Good News for San Diego

So far, it's been a pretty good year for San Diego's real estate market. Home prices in the area have seen solid gains month after month, and, as inventory remains low, the demand for housing has really started to heat up. It isn't just San Diego, either. Throughout the country, all signs seem to be pointing upwards. It appears that finally, after years of of deflated numbers, the housing market has found its footing again.   By the numbers: Since the market began...Read More

The Return of “Dear Seller” Letters

Finding the right home is hard enough under normal circumstances, and in times of increased competition among buyers, it can be downright frustrating. The current real estate market, which is experiencing a combination of low inventory levels and increased competition from buyers, has become rather difficult to navigate for people who want to buy a house. Homebuyers no longer have the luxury of shopping in an oversaturated market, meaning that, in most areas, the days of quick and easy home...Read More

Donation Spotlight – The Monarch School

Greater Good Realty isn't just in the business of selling homes, we're in the business of helping people. We make it a point to give back to the San Diego area because we care about what happens in our community. And we aren't just saying that. Greater Good Realty donates 10% of our commissions to various charitable and nonprofit organizations throughout San Diego every year.   The Monarch School: This month, we're highlighting the Monarch School, who received a $2,700 donation from Greater Good...Read More

San Diego’s Real Estate Market is on the Rise

San Diego's real estate market ended 2012 on a high note, mirroring a trend seen throughout much of the U.S. According to a recently released S&P / Case-Shiller report, the price of homes sold in December was 9% higher than the year before. That represents the highest yearly increase in San Diego home prices for any month since July of 2010. From a national perspective, all but one city included in the report showed an increase in home prices from the...Read More

Luxury Condo in Electra For Lease

    This amazing 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms is in the highly sought after condo building, Electra, located in the Columbia District of Downtown San Diego. Electra has all the finest amenities offered in downtown living. Featuring 1488 square feet of luxury, this "D" floor plan is located on the 23rd floor and boasts: 2 private balconies with wonderful San Diego views Hard wood floors Walk in closet Granit counter tops Stainless appliances Murphy bed/ desk in 2nd bedroom Building amenities include: Concierge Pool Exercise Room Sauna 24 hour security If you are looking for the best...Read More

Are Investors Creating a New Price Bubble?

Hot air rises, and so are housing prices. It appears that Bernanke’s efforts to fund the housing market are beginning to gain some traction. An army of “ex-Wall Street executives” has had more than two years now to re-trench themselves, and move in, to essentially take over the foreclosure and investment property market in the US. The Fed is providing 45 billion dollars per month in “hot air” liquidity for the housing market. Billions of these dollars are being loaned out...Read More