Colleen Coen Luxury Properties

11/16/2024

It is getting more costly to be in a homeowners association or condo.

Dues are rising faster than inflation for many of the roughly 76 million residents of communities that keep shared pots to pay for expenses. The money pays for things like pools, recreational facilities and landscaping, as well as upkeep and insurance for the association.

“Buyers are spending much of their monthly payment on things other than the property itself,” said Joel Berner, senior economist at Realtor.com.

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11/16/2024

The San Diego metro area now ranks fourth in the nation for the highest number of million-dollar homes, surpassing cities like Boston, New York, Washington, D.C., and Miami. Leading the list is San Jose, where 71.6% of homes are valued over $1 million, followed by San Francisco at 56.6% and Los Angeles and Orange counties at 36.4%.

07/08/2024

So true!

The thing is… many people don’t know what equity is, how much they have, or what they can use it for.

We NEED to have these conversations.

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10/07/2023

San Diego gets record ranking as top big city destination for travelers.

With its beaches and sprawling food culture, San Diego has risen in the ranks to become a favorite destination in the U.S. travelers, according to the newest edition of a long-running poll by Conde…

07/24/2023

Westfield Mission Valley Mall Sold. Coming soon, multifamily housing and 73 retailers.

One of San Diego’s most iconic shopping malls, Westfield Mission Valley East and its neighboring shopping center, Mission Valley West, have been sold to two developers in a deal totaling $290 million. Tap link in bio to read more about the plans

07/04/2023

Enjoy this holiday of freedom! Happy 4th of July!

06/21/2023

Several surfers in the Pacific Beach area were all smiles when an unexpected guest crashed their session.

05/11/2023

03/18/2023

Happy St. Patrick's Day. Enjoy and stay safe. 🍀

02/26/2023

Before listing your property, consider that proper staging is one of the most important factors in enhancing your home's appeal and most flattering features.

02/23/2023

One of the many wonders found on Coronado Island is this beauty, the original Coronado Boathouse, built in 1887. Brian Smith captured this shot and we thank him for sharing it.