Fara Fashandi-Sotheby’s International

11/16/2025

Seeing more new homes for sale doesn’t mean builders are overdoing it. Since building permits have been declining for eight straight months, it’s clear this isn’t an out-of-control boom. It’s a measured recovery.

If you want to know more about what builders are doing in our area, let’s connect.



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If it feels like you’re seeing new construction signs pop up everywhere, you’re not wrong.

11/15/2025

Trying to break into the market without breaking the bank? You may want to look at fixer-uppers.

The median listing price for the typical single-family home is $436,000.

But for fixer-uppers? It’s only around $200,000.

And if you’re doing the math, that’s about 54% difference.

Now, a house that needs elbow grease isn’t going to be right for everyone. Repairs and updates cost time and money.

But for handy buyers, that price gap could be what gets their foot in the door.

Would you take on a house with potential if it helped you become a homeowner? DM me or drop a comment below.



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11/14/2025

Would you let $80 hold you back from buying a home?

Because that’s about all you’ll save per month if mortgage rates drop from where they’ve been lately to 5.99%. Of course, that’ll give or take a bit based on your price point and the rate your lender quotes you.

Rates have already come down enough to save buyers almost $400 a month compared to what they would have spent on a typical home earlier this spring. So, waiting for that last tiny dip could mean missing your shot.

Because when rates do fall below 6%, mindsets will shift, and more buyers will get back in the market.

That’ll create more competition for you. And it may drive prices high enough to cancel out the savings you’re waiting for.

So, is $80 a month really worth the wait?

Let’s run the numbers for your price point in our...



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11/13/2025

You don’t have to wait for 5.99%. You have the chance to move (and save) right now. So, ask yourself: Would you let $80 hold you back from buying a home?

If you find a home you love and the math makes sense, getting ahead may be the best strategy. Let’s run your numbers so you can see what you’re working with in our market.



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A lot of buyers are stuck in “wait and see” mode right now.

11/12/2025

If you’re a Veteran, a VA home loan is one of the most valuable benefits you’ve earned through your service. It offers options for no down payment, limited closing costs, and more.

Want to learn more? Talk to a lender so you can take full advantage of the benefits you’ve earned.



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If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools out there.

11/11/2025

Trying to break into the market without breaking the bank? The list price for fixer uppers is about 54% lower. Let’s connect and see if a house with potential could be your way in.



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11/10/2025

7 in 10 Veterans aren't aware they may be able to buy a home with no down payment.

That’s one of the biggest advantages of the VA home loan, and it’s still available right now. It may just take more time for it to process due to the government shutdown.

If you’ve served, you’ve earned this benefit. It’s time to make sure you’re getting everything you qualify for.

Want to find out what’s possible? Talk to a trusted lender.



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11/09/2025

Even with prices coming down in some markets, today’s homeowners are still sitting on near record amounts of equity.

If you’re wondering how much equity you have (or how far ahead you really are), let’s connect.

You might be surprised by what your home is actually worth today.



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If you’ve seen headlines about home prices dropping, it’s easy to wonder what that means for the value of your home too. Here’s what you really need to know.

11/08/2025

A government shutdown can cause short-term delays for some buyers, but it doesn’t derail the housing market. The last time this happened, sales picked back up as soon as the government re-opened.

If you’re unsure how this might affect your plans, or just want to make sense of what’s happening, let’s connect.



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There’s been a lot of talk lately about how a government shutdown impacts the housing market. You might be wondering: Is it causing everything to grind to a halt?

11/07/2025

A government shutdown can cause some short-term delays, but it doesn’t stop the housing market.

During the last 35-day shutdown, home sales dipped briefly, then bounced right back once the government reopened.

It’s a good reminder that real estate keeps moving, even when things feel uncertain. The market has a way of finding its footing again.

If you want to chat about how this might affect your plans, or just want more information,
DM me.



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11/06/2025

news.lajolla.ca Traveling out of La Jolla this weekend? Drivers beware: All southbound Interstate 5 from State Route 52 to Mission Bay Drive will be closed from 9 pm Friday, Nov 7
through 5 am Monday, Nov 10.
The Caltrans I-5 Asset Management Project team will be conducting roadwork and concrete slab replacement, necessitating the closure.
Vehicles driving eastbound on La Jolla Parkway will not be able to connect to southbound I-5 and will detour to eastbound SR-52.
I-5 entrances and exits at Gilman Drive and eastbound La Jolla Village Drive will be closed; vehicles driving south of Gilman Drive will be detoured to eastbound SR-52.
Vehicles driving westbound on SR-52 will detour to La Jolla Parkway or northbound I-5.
Southbound I-5 drivers are advised to take southbound Interstate 805 at Sorrento Valley, connect to southbound State Route 163, connect to westbound Interstate 8 then connect to I-5.
Vehicles traveling past southbound I-805 will be able to exit and enter I-5 at Genesee Avenue, westbound La Jolla Village Drive and Nobel Drive.

Portable, changeable message signs will be placed along the routes advising of the closure and suggesting alternate routes.
All southbound Metropolitan Transit Service bus routes from La Jolla and University Town Center will be running as usual. Blue Line Trolley service will remain available as an alternative to travel from Sorrento Valley to all points south.

This is the second such closure in two months and the fourth in a series of several related closures for the I-5 Asset Management Project, which Caltrans is implementing to maintain road quality from Chula Vista through National City and San Diego.

11/06/2025

If one simple step could help you avoid the number one deal killer in today’s market, would you do it?

Because here’s the thing. More deals are falling through right now, and it’s not for the reason most people think.

70% of agents say inspections are the top reason buyers back out. Not financing. Not rates. Repairs.

There’s a way you can prevent that from becoming an issue for your sale. It’s called a pre-listing inspection. While it’s not required, it can help you find (and fix) issues before you list.

But whether it’s worth it (or not) really depends on the conditions in your local market. Let’s talk about whether it makes sense for your house and market.



(858) 336-7311
Sotheby’s International Realty
DRE 01339461