--- title: Steele San Diego Real Estate Blog (4) description: Information on how to sell a home or how to buy a home, plus San Diego real estate news and information from Steele San Diego Homes. (4) --- [![logo-steel](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hubfs/Group%20336.svg)](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/) [![logo-steel](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hubfs/Group%20336.svg)](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/) - [About Us](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/about-us/) - [Sell](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/sell/) - [Buy](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/buy/) - [Relocate](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/relocate/) - [Listings](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/listings/) - [Blog](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/) - [Resources+](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/resources/) - [+1 (619) 8874429](tel:+16198874429) - [![Contact Us](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/2756673/1eb87d79-e947-4154-ae61-e5ca91077e96.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/2756673/1eb87d79-e947-4154-ae61-e5ca91077e96) - [+1 (619) 8874429](tel:+16198874429) - [![Contact Us](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/2756673/1eb87d79-e947-4154-ae61-e5ca91077e96.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/2756673/1eb87d79-e947-4154-ae61-e5ca91077e96) ### San Diego Real Estate News & Info # Blog Blog posts ### Most Recent [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rodents%20and%20Pests.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=Rodents%20and%20Pests.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/how-to-protect-your-home-from-pests-and-rodents) [How to Protect Your Home from Pests and Rodents Nothing disrupts the comfort of home quite like uninvited guests—especially the kind with fur, wings, or six legs. Pests and...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/how-to-protect-your-home-from-pests-and-rodents) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/how-to-protect-your-home-from-pests-and-rodents) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ADU.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=ADU.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/adus-in-san-diego) [ADUs in San Diego San Diego is experiencing a significant uptick in the construction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), also known as granny...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/adus-in-san-diego) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/adus-in-san-diego) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Wildfire%20Prep.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=Wildfire%20Prep.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/how-to-prepare-your-home-in-case-of-a-wildfire) [How to Prepare Your Home in Case of a Wildfire Wildfires are becoming more frequent and intense across many regions including California, making preparedness essential for ...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/how-to-prepare-your-home-in-case-of-a-wildfire) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/how-to-prepare-your-home-in-case-of-a-wildfire) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/functional%20obsolessence.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=functional%20obsolessence.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/understanding-functional-obsolescence-in-real-estate) [Understanding Functional Obsolescence in Real Estate: What Every Buyer and Seller Should Know When you’re buying or selling a home, it's easy to focus on the obvious—location, square footage, curb appeal. But there's...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/understanding-functional-obsolescence-in-real-estate) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/understanding-functional-obsolescence-in-real-estate) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Well%20photo.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=Well%20photo.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-to-know-before-buying-a-home-with-a-well) [What to Know Before Buying a Home with a Well When you're buying a home, there's a lot to think about—location, condition, financing—but if the property you're considering...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-to-know-before-buying-a-home-with-a-well) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-to-know-before-buying-a-home-with-a-well) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/New%20Construction.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=New%20Construction.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/the-ins-and-outs-of-building-your-own-home) [The Ins and Outs of Building Your Own Home For many people, the ultimate dream isn't just owning a home—it's building one. The idea of designing every detail to suit your...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/the-ins-and-outs-of-building-your-own-home) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/the-ins-and-outs-of-building-your-own-home) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Septic.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=Septic.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/owning-a-home-with-a-septic-tank-what-you-need-to-know) [Owning a Home with a Septic Tank: What You Need to Know When buying a home, many people focus on factors like location, price, and square footage. However, if the property has a septic...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/owning-a-home-with-a-septic-tank-what-you-need-to-know) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/owning-a-home-with-a-septic-tank-what-you-need-to-know) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Jumbo%20Loan.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=Jumbo%20Loan.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-is-a-jumbo-loan-and-how-does-it-differ-from-a-conventional-loan) [What is a Jumbo Loan and How Does it Differ from a Conventional Loan? When you’re on the hunt for your dream home, you’ll come across a variety of mortgage options. One of the most common questions...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-is-a-jumbo-loan-and-how-does-it-differ-from-a-conventional-loan) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-is-a-jumbo-loan-and-how-does-it-differ-from-a-conventional-loan) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bridge%20Loan.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=Bridge%20Loan.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-is-a-bridge-loan-in-real-estate) [What Is a Bridge Loan in Real Estate? If you’re in the process of buying a new home while still owning your current one, you may have come across the term bridge loan....](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-is-a-bridge-loan-in-real-estate) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-is-a-bridge-loan-in-real-estate) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Capital%20Gains.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=Capital%20Gains.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/how-to-avoid-capital-gains-taxes-when-selling-real-estate) [How to Avoid Capital Gains Taxes When Selling Real Estate Selling a property can be an exciting financial opportunity, but it can also come with a significant tax burden if you're not...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/how-to-avoid-capital-gains-taxes-when-selling-real-estate) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/how-to-avoid-capital-gains-taxes-when-selling-real-estate) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/title%20insurance.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=title%20insurance.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-is-title-insurance-and-why-do-you-need-it) [What Is Title Insurance and Why Do You Need It? When purchasing a home, you’re likely familiar with homeowner’s insurance, which protects against future damage or loss. But have...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-is-title-insurance-and-why-do-you-need-it) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/what-is-title-insurance-and-why-do-you-need-it) [![](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/photo1.jpg?width=284&height=220&name=photo1.jpg)](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/essential-tips-to-prepare-your-home-for-sale) [Essential Tips to Prepare Your Home for Sale Selling your home is an exciting journey, but preparing it for the market requires thoughtful planning. A well-prepared home can...](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/essential-tips-to-prepare-your-home-for-sale) [Read More](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/essential-tips-to-prepare-your-home-for-sale) ###### Topics [Case Studies](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/case-studies) [First Time Home Buyers](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/first-time-home-buyers) [Guide/ Tips](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/guide-tips) [Home Buying](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/home-buying) [Housing Trends](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/housing-trends) [Investing](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/investing) [Mortgage Information](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/mortgage-information) [Moving and Relocating](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/moving-and-relocating) [Neighborhood Spotlight](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/neighborhood-spotlight) [Real Estate Information](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/real-estate-information) [Renovation/ Remodeling](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/renovation-remodeling) [San Diego Info](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/san-diego-info) [Selling Your Home](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/selling-your-home) [Things To Do in San Diego](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/topic/things-to-do-in-san-diego) [Prev](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/page/3) [2](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/page/2) [3](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/page/3) [4](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/page/4) [5](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/page/5) [6](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/page/6) [Next](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/page/5) Monthly Newsletter ### SUBSCRIBE TO RECEIVE SAN DIEGO MARKET UPDATES [![logo](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hubfs/Group%20336.svg)](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/) - [Home](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/) - [About Us](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/about-us/) - [Sell](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/sell/) - [Buy](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/buy/) - [Relocate](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/relocate/) - [Blog](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/) - [Resources](https://steelesandiegohomes.com/resources/) Big Block Realty CalBRE# 01885775 John Steele CalBRE# 01950588 Melissa Steele CalBRE# 01951324 **CONTACT US** ![call](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/website%20assets%20-%202023/call.png?width=20&height=20&name=call.png)[619-887-4429](tel:+16198874429) ![message](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/website%20assets%20-%202023/message.png?width=20&height=20&name=message.png)[team@steelesandiegohomes.com](mailto:team@steelesandiegohomes.com) Big Block Realty - 800-550-3209 ![location](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/website%20assets%20-%202023/location.png?width=20&height=20&name=location.png) 2820 Camino del Rio South, Ste.314,  San Diego, CA 92108 ![image 47](https://blog.steelesandiegohomes.com/hubfs/website%20assets%20-%202023/image%2047.svg) This information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. 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