Michelle Basnight Cayton at Compass

09/18/2026

Looking for a rental income? Is owning a Point Loma condo your next real estate goal? Let's chat about 2287 Caminito Pasada Unit 101. You will love the value, upgrades, natural light, views and privacy...
Michelle Cayton | Compass | DRE02151951

09/18/2026

Selling This Fall? You Want To Get These 4 Things Right.

Selling this fall is absolutely doable. And now you know four of the biggest things to get right.

If you want to sell before the end of the year, let’s make sure you have a winning strategy from day one.

Michelle Cayton | COMPASS | DRE #02151951

Selling your house this fall is absolutely doable. But there’s something you need to know about this time of year.

09/17/2026

Data Centers Are Moving Closer to Homes. What Does That Mean for You?

As more data centers pop up, they're becoming another piece of the puzzle buyers and homeowners need to understand.

Have a data center nearby or one coming soon? Let’s talk about what it could mean for your home or your next move.

Michelle Cayton | COMPASS | DRE #02151951

Data centers probably weren't on your list of things to think about when buying or selling a home.

09/16/2026

Congratulations! To my happy Point Loma Buyer! Negotiating through a multiple counter offer to gain #1 position, fair price and repairs needed on this 1942 gem, made for a fun transaction with my fantastic client! Thank you for choosing to work with me :)
Ready to buy or sell? Choose me to help you too...
Michelle Cayton | Compass | DRE02151951

09/16/2026

The best time to buy a home this year is here.

Realtor.com says September 27–October 3 is expected to bring the best combination of buyer-friendly conditions in 2026.

We’re talking about more homes to choose from, better pricing, less competition, and more time to decide. And maybe that’s enough to offset some of the pressure today’s higher rates are putting on your budget.

Want to find out? Let’s have a quick conversation about what’s expected in our market and what’s available in your price point. Just DM me to get started.

And just so you know, the window doesn’t close after that one week. It’s open all October long.

Michelle Cayton | COMPASS | DRE #02151951

09/15/2026

Still Waiting for Rates To Come Down?

When affordability is this tight, waiting for lower mortgage rates can feel like your only way in. But 41% of buyers who waited actually wish they'd bought sooner. And right now, inflation, the economy, and global events are all having an impact on rates – and could even nudge them up. So, waiting might not pay off the way you hope. You don’t have to buy now. Move only when the numbers work for you. But talk to a trusted lender first, so you know all your options.

Michelle Cayton | COMPASS | DRE #02151951

09/14/2026

Data centers are showing up in more communities, and naturally, homeowners and buyers want to know what that could mean for nearby houses.

One of the biggest concerns that comes up is home values. But research from HousingWire found that areas with large data centers generally saw home values track similarly to comparable areas without them.

That doesn't mean proximity never matters. Noise, infrastructure, future development, and potential utility costs are all worth considering.

But a data center nearby isn't automatically bad news for your home's value.

Have one near you or one coming soon? Let’s look at what it could actually mean for your home and your neighborhood.

Michelle Cayton | COMPASS | DRE #02151951

09/12/2026

Sea Colony. Great Value. Views. Upgrades. Amenities
Michelle Cayton | Compass | DRE02151951

09/11/2026

First-time buyers, your remote job might give you a homebuying advantage you haven't thought about.

If you can work from anywhere, you can buy just about anywhere, too. And searching in a lower-cost area could mean more homes within your budget. It could also mean spending less on everyday things like gas and groceries after your move.

These states are some of the spots where your money may go the furthest, but they aren't your only options. Every state has pockets with better affordability.

A local agent can match your budget and lifestyle to a shortlist of areas, whether that's a new state or somewhere closer to where you already live. Let's connect and start building yours.

Michelle Cayton | COMPASS | DRE #02151951

09/10/2026

Marketing was everything with the sale of 3030 Locust. My team knew we had a very short window to get our clients into a successful escrow, in order to allow them to make an offer on another home without a contingency. With targeted and precise marketing, we did as promised and secured a buyer on day five, negotiated the purchase price and accepted a fair offer on day 7. 23 days later, the sellers closed in time to use the funds for escrow #2 - the Sellers' goal! Ask me how I can help you sell and buy your next home too.
Michelle Cayton | Compass | DRE02151951
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