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SB 79 Explained: What It Actually Means for Your Property in East County San Diego

SB 79 is a California law that makes certain housing projects an allowed use on residential, mixed-use, and commercial sites near qualifying transit stops. It was signed by Governor Newsom in October 2025 and takes effect July 1, 2026. Once it’s in effect, local governments must process qualifying projects even

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Steven Rotsart July 14, 2026

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Why East County Home Prices Are Holding Up Despite More Listings

More homes are coming onto the market across East County, yet prices in many neighborhoods continue to hold steady.
At first glance, that doesn’t seem to make sense.
If buyers have more homes to choose from, shouldn’t prices come down?
It’s a fair question, and one I

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Steven Rotsart July 7, 2026

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Buying an Older Home in East County San Diego: What Actually Drives Risk, Cost, and Long-Term Value

Buying an older home in East County San Diego usually starts with the same hesitation. You see the age, and you start questioning whether you are about to take on more than you expected.
That hesitation is normal. I hear it early in almost every showing.
What most

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Steven Rotsart June 24, 2026

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Who Really Pays Closing Costs in San Diego? What Buyers and Sellers Should Know Before Moving Forward

East County San Diego Real Estate Insight | May 2026
I’ve worked with buyers who felt confident about a purchase until they saw the final numbers. I’ve also worked with sellers who thought they understood their net, only to realize there were costs they didn’t account for.
It

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Steven Rotsart May 2, 2026

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Hidden Gems in San Diego: The San Diego Housing Market Is Bigger Than Most Buyers Realize. Here’s Where to Start.

Most people approaching a move to San Diego County start the same way.
They pull up a map, recognize a few names, and begin building a shortlist around what is already familiar. Carlsbad shows up. Encinitas shows up. La Jolla shows up. And within a few weeks, a decision

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Steven Rotsart May 1, 2026

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Downsizing in La Mesa After 60: How to Protect Your Equity and Reduce Taxes

There is a moment that happens often in these conversations.
A homeowner, usually somewhere between 58 and 68, pulls up their home value estimate like it is a bank statement. The number looks good. Sometimes it looks great. They bought in La Mesa in 2001, watched how real estate

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Steven Rotsart April 27, 2026

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The Pricing Strategy That Used to Work Is Now Working Against Sellers in East County San Diego

Three years ago, you could price high and let the market catch up.
Today, that same strategy is causing homes to sit, reduce, and lose negotiating power.
That shift is not always obvious at first. Many homeowners preparing to list a home for sale in East County San

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Steven Rotsart April 27, 2026

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Mortgage Rates 2026 in East County San Diego: What the Data Actually Shows and What It Means for Buyers Right Now

Mortgage Rates 2026 in East County San Diego: What the Data Actually Shows and What It Means for Buyers Right Now
East County San Diego Realty | April 2026
6.37% — 30-yr fixed avg | Apr 9, 2026 · Freddie Mac PMMS
6.16% — 30-yr fixed avg

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Steven Rotsart April 20, 2026

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Are Mortgage Rates Going Down In East County San Diego?

Are Mortgage Rates Going Down in East County San Diego?

Mortgage rates play an important role in housing affordability, especially in markets like East County where many buyers rely on financing.

After several years of rising interest rates, many buyers and homeowners are asking the same question.

Are mortgage rates

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Steven Rotsart March 26, 2026

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Military PCS to Santee in 2026 How to Buy or Sell Without Losing BAH

Military PCS to Santee in 2026
How to Buy or Sell Without Losing BAH
Receiving military orders to San Diego often means making a fast housing decision. For many service members and their families, one of the first questions is where to live and how their housing allowance

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Steven Rotsart March 16, 2026

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East County Home Buyers: 8 Costly Mistakes to Avoid in 2026

East County Home Buyers: 8 Costly Mistakes to Avoid in 2026
Buying a home in East County San Diego is exciting, but today’s market can also feel overwhelming. With rising interest rates, shifting inventory levels, and increased competition, many buyers make costly mistakes without even realizing it.
The

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Steven Rotsart March 12, 2026

Buyer Resources

Probate Property in El Cajon: Step by Step Guide for Families

Losing a loved one is difficult, and managing their property can add another layer of stress for families. If the person who passed away owned a home in El Cajon solely in their name, the property may need to

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Steven Rotsart March 10, 2026

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