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Real Estate News is a new feature at Titles & Deeds. We will periodically address new developments in the real estate world that matter to real estate investors.
Update: Read here to find out what has happened more recently involving San Diego Vacation Rental regulation.
Author: Staff
Successfully investing in real estate—with “success” covering a wide range of outcomes that generally all involve financial returns—requires careful research and planning. The old adage that the three most important considerations in real estate are “location, location, location” certainly holds true for San Diego real estate investing. Familiarity with the area in which one intends to invest is essential, along with knowledge of current market conditions and trends in both the area and the broader region. As of late 2017, the San Diego residential real estate market appears to offer many potential opportunities for investors, but as with any venture, it also presents risks. A few factors for prospective investors to consider are how the area compares to similar locations in other cities, property values and prices, trends in new construction, and the potential for rental income.
A “Hot” Real Estate Market
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House flipping has been a popular form of real estate investment for several years, even inspiring several television programs. Unlike many types of real estate investments, house flipping is a very “hands on” process, often requiring a significant investment of time in addition to money. This includes not only repairs and remodeling, but also extensive research into the neighborhood and surrounding area. Once a prospective house flipper has done their homework, it can be a lucrative type of investment. San Diego real estate investors should consider both the potential risks and the possible rewards of house flipping.
What Is House Flipping?
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Real estate investment in California, as a matter of course, involves buying and selling real property. An investor may decide to sell a piece of real property as part of an investment plan, such as after purchasing a distressed residential property and rehabilitating it. A sale may also be a result of conditions that require an investor to get out of a bad investment.
Regardless of the reason for putting a property on the market, California law requires numerous disclosures about the property. Many of these disclosures required by law are ultimately the responsibility of the seller, whether or not they are assisted by a real estate broker. Real estate investors in California should be aware of these disclosures and their legal obligations.
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California’s tourism industry is a source of pride across the state. For a savvy real estate investor, vacation rentals might seem like an obvious venture. Tourists need places to stay, after all, and why not offer them an alternative to hotels? Well, not so fast. The legal status of vacation rentals in California is not at all clear. Numerous restrictions may apply, including city ordinances and homeowners’ association (HOA) rules. The “sharing economy” has further complicated the legal landscape throughout the state. San Diego real estate investors should be extra diligent when considering going into the vacation rental business.
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