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Freddie Bustria - Bustria & Associates - San Diego

San Diego California Residential Real Estate Broker† Helping Veterans, Sellers, 1st Time Home Buyers, & Investors. I am here to help!

If You Need Answers to Your Questions, Call me TODAY~Let's Get Started San Diego in 2026🏡 Specializing in Residential Real Estate sales in San Diego California for over 20 years. Please contact me if you need a real estate broker with many years of experience helping many sellers and buyers achieve their goals. I am here to help you achieve your goals and needs, as well, in today's confusing real estate market. Allow me to offer you professionalism & expertise you deserve! Please call me today with any real estate questions too. Thank you and God Bless You! Serving Serra Mesa, Del Cerro, Allied Gardens, La Jolla, Del Mar and surrounding areas.

08/07/2026

🏡 In La Mesa, Pricing By Zip Code Is Not Enough

La Mesa looks simple on a map, but anyone who has shopped or sold here knows every pocket has its own rhythm. One part of 91941 or 91942 can support a number that another street just cannot.

You have:
Historic, walkable La Mesa Village with shops, restaurants, and trolley access
Hillside and view streets with larger lots and different buyer demand
More suburban pockets closer to freeways and everyday amenities

Buyers are drawn to charm, walkability, and lifestyle. They love being close to coffee, dining, parks, and the Village. But they are also quick to move on when pricing feels off compared to other nearby streets or recent sales.

That is why:
✅ Pricing only by zip code or online estimates can miss the mark
✅ Condition, updates, and walkability can shift value block by block
✅ Sellers who understand their exact micro market usually avoid painful price reductions later

In La Mesa, knowing the neighborhood story matters just as much as the house itself. When we look at your home, we are not only pulling comps. We are looking at: location inside La Mesa, school zone, walkability, lot, views, and how it stacks up against what buyers are actually choosing right now.

If you are thinking about selling in La Mesa and want a pricing conversation that goes deeper than just a zip code average, I am happy to walk you through it step by step.

Freddie Bustria †
Broker Associate | REALTOR®
(619) 733-4485
[email protected]
Bustria & Associates Real Estate
DRE 01345893
United Real Estate San Diego

08/05/2026

August has a way of putting things into perspective. As families gear up for back-to-school season, many also take stock of their space.

Ask yourself:
→ Do we have enough room for everyone’s needs?
→ Are we using our space efficiently now that routines are shifting?
→ Does this home still match our lifestyle — or is it time for something new?

Whether you’re working from home and need an office, growing your family and need more bedrooms, or simply looking to downsize, this time of year offers a fresh chance to realign your home with your goals.

The good news? Late summer can be a smart time to buy or sell. Let’s talk through what’s next and whether it makes sense to explore new options before fall fully kicks in.

Freddie Bustria †
Broker Associate | REALTOR®
(619) 733-4485
[email protected]
Bustria & Associates Real Estate
DRE 01345893
United Real Estate San Diego

08/03/2026

Almost Two-Thirds of Sellers Do Some Repairs Before Listing 🔧🏡
Selling your home as-is may sound appealing. No projects. No prep. No extra effort.

But today’s market is telling a different story 📊

Inventory is up, buyers have more choices, and condition matters more than it has in years.

✨ That’s why nearly two-thirds of sellers are making at least some repairs before they list.

Homes that feel move-in ready attract more attention and stronger offers 💰
Homes that don’t? They often sit longer and sell for less ⏳
That doesn’t mean selling as-is is wrong. It just means there are trade-offs ⚖️
Before you decide, let’s look at what buyers are responding to right now and which improvements actually move the needle in our market 📍

Freddie Bustria †
Broker Associate | REALTOR®
(619) 733-4485
[email protected]
Bustria & Associates Real Estate
DRE 01345893
United Real Estate San Diego

07/31/2026

Chula Vista is all about value and lifestyle working together 🏡📍

Right now, Chula Vista attracts buyers who want more home for their money while still staying connected to greater San Diego. Median home prices are hovering in the high 700s, with homes generally selling close to asking price in about 40–60 days, and inventory is up compared to last year.

That means buyers here are paying close attention to:
✅ Layout that actually works for day-to-day life
✅ Energy efficiency and systems (windows, HVAC, solar, newer construction) that help keep monthly costs predictable
✅ Long-term affordability when you combine price, payment, HOA, utilities, and commute

For sellers, that same “value lens” works both ways. The homes getting the best response in Chula Vista are the ones that:
🔹 Are prepped and presented well (clean, maintained, move-in ready where possible)
🔹 Are priced in line with current neighborhood data, not just last year’s headlines
🔹 Highlight what makes them stand out in this market, whether that is a smart floor plan, newer systems, a great backyard, or nearby schools and parks

With more inventory on the market than in the tightest years, strategy matters more than ever. The goal is not just to list a home, but to position it as one of the clear best choices in its price range.

If you are thinking about buying or selling in Chula Vista, understanding the current numbers, neighborhood by neighborhood, can help you move with confidence instead of guesswork. I am happy to walk you through what that looks like for your situation.

Freddie Bustria †
Broker Associate | REALTOR®
(619) 733-4485
[email protected]
Bustria & Associates Real Estate
DRE 01345893
United Real Estate San Diego

07/29/2026

The Credit Score Myth That’s Holding Would-Be Buyers Back
A lot of would-be buyers aren’t waiting because they don’t want to buy. They’re waiting because they think they can’t. And credit score myths are a big reason why.

Nearly 42% of Americans believe you need excellent credit to qualify for a mortgage, but that’s not actually true. While today’s typical buyer may have strong credit, many recent buyers qualified with scores in the 600s.
There’s no universal cutoff score. Every lender looks at the full picture, not just one number.

So if credit has been the reason you’ve been sitting on the sidelines, it may be worth taking a second look. A quick conversation with the right lender could open more doors than you expect.

Buying a home doesn’t require perfect credit. It requires good information and a smart plan.

Freddie Bustria
Broker Associate | REALTOR®
(619) 733-4485
[email protected]
Bustria & Associates Real Estate
DRE 01345893
United Real Estate San Diego

07/27/2026

Retirement is more than a finish line — it’s a fresh start. And for many, that fresh start begins with rethinking where they live.

If you're entering this new chapter, your home should support the lifestyle you want — whether that means downsizing, relocating, or moving closer to family.

Here’s why a move might make sense:
• Save money on property taxes, utilities, and maintenance
• Free up equity to fund travel, hobbies, or healthcare
• Simplify your lifestyle (hello, less upkeep!)
• Stretch your retirement budget without sacrificing comfort

And you don’t have to move across the country to see the benefits. Sometimes relocating within San Diego — or just outside it — can provide the change you’re looking for.

If you're curious what your options are, I’d love to help you explore them. And if you're considering a move out of the area, I can connect you with a trusted REALTOR® wherever you're headed next.

Freddie Bustria
Broker Associate | REALTOR®
(619) 733-4485
[email protected]
Bustria & Associates Real Estate
DRE 01345893
United Real Estate San Diego

07/24/2026

The next owner of this Serra Mesa home does not know it yet. Should we tell them?

Whoever they are, they are about to get:

5 bed | 3 bath | 2,080 sq ft
Two fully remodeled homes on one lot, right in the heart of Serra Mesa, San Diego.

This is not my listing, but this is exactly the kind of opportunity that does not come around often in Serra Mesa. If you are a qualified buyer, call me today.

Here is what $1,397,000 gets you:

▪️ Two fully remodeled homes on a single lot, ideal for multigenerational living or built-in rental income
▪️ Main house: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with a chef-inspired kitchen featuring a custom Taj Mahal island
▪️ Attached ADU: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath with its own private entrance and backyard
▪️ Spa-like primary suite with hand-applied Moroccan-inspired plaster finish and warm cedar wood ceilings
▪️ Custom white oak doors and high-end finishes throughout
▪️ Custom pergolas for each unit, fresh landscaping with drip irrigation
▪️ 2-car garage plus additional parking
▪️ Just minutes from Snapdragon Stadium in the heart of Serra Mesa 92123

Properties like this do not stay available. If you are ready to move, call me now and let's get you in to see it today.

Listing courtesy of Ahtziri Y Duran-Jimenez, DRE #02213866 and Tyler Peckinpaugh, DRE #02202847

Freddie Bustria
Broker Associate | REALTOR®
(619) 733-4485
[email protected]
Bustria & Associates Real Estate
DRE 01345893
United Real Estate San Diego

07/22/2026

A lot of San Diego sellers price their home based on hope, emotion, or what they "need to get" instead of what the market is actually doing. Then they sit on the market, showing a slowdown, and frustration sets in.

Here is the truth:
Pricing is a strategy, not a guess.
When I help sellers in Serra Mesa, Allied Gardens, Lake Murray and the surrounding areas, we look at:

• Real-time San Diego market data
• Recent comparable sales in your neighborhood
• How long similar homes are taking to sell
• What buyers are willing to pay right now, not last year

When you price it right from day one, you create urgency, more showings, and stronger offers. When you chase the market from too high a starting price, you usually end up with longer days on market and price reductions.

If you are thinking about selling and want an honest conversation about pricing your home to sell, not just sit, I am happy to walk you through a local market check for your address.

Freddie Bustria †
Broker Associate | REALTOR®
(619) 733-4485
[email protected]
Bustria & Associates Real Estate
DRE 01345893
United Real Estate San Diego

07/20/2026

🌍 South Sudan is in Crisis. And the World Needs to Know. 👇

When I first shared this post back in October, I asked you to consider giving. I am sharing it again today because the situation has only gotten worse. Much worse.

South Sudan, the world's youngest nation, is now ranked third on the International Rescue Committee's 2026 Emergency Watchlist. More than 10 million people, two-thirds of the entire population, are projected to need some form of humanitarian assistance in 2026. Over 7.8 million people are facing crisis-level hunger or worse, and 2.2 million children under the age of five are suffering from acute malnutrition. Among those, 73,300 people are facing catastrophic conditions, the most severe level of food insecurity, representing a 160 percent increase from just months ago.

Civilians are being killed, homes and essential infrastructure are destroyed, and hundreds of thousands have been uprooted from their homes. Thirty-three health facilities have been damaged or looted, leaving an estimated 1.4 million people without access to health care. The country is also facing its largest cholera outbreak on record, with disease outbreaks including cholera, hepatitis E, and mpox further straining an already fragile health system.

And yet, in the middle of all of this, women are still getting up every single day trying to feed their children.
That is why the work of Father John Mbaa and Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio matters so much right now. They are on the ground. They are present. And they are asking for the most basic of things.

$200 provides farming tools and seeds for one household. A single mother with 3 to 6 children. That is all she needs to grow food, feed her children, sell the surplus, and pay for school and medical bills.
These women are not asking for charity. They are asking for a chance.

🙏🏽 To everyone who gave last time, thank you. Your generosity created a real impact when it was needed. I am asking you to consider giving again because the need right now is greater than ever.

📩 Whether it is $1, $5, $20, $200, or simply sharing this post, please call, text, or message me. I will help you connect directly.

This is how we change lives. One family, one field, one future at a time.

Freddie Bustria
Broker Associate | REALTOR®
(619) 733-4485
[email protected]
Bustria & Associates Real Estate
DRE 01345893
United Real Estate San Diego

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La Mesa, CA
91942

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