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06/03/2026

What Waiting To Buy a Home Could Cost You

Stuck deciding whether to buy now or wait? Waiting too long could cost you a sizeable nest egg. Buying your first home at 30 (instead of 40) could give you $119,000 more in net worth by age 50. Wondering if now’s your moment? Let’s chat. 

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06/01/2026

Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Buyers

Today’s smaller single-family homes and condos have more going for them than the square footage suggests. They can give your budget some breathing room and put you in a community designed with lifestyle in mind.

Curious about the options in our area? Let's connect.

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You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.

05/29/2026

The Truth About Affordability Today

Yes, rates have been volatile, and global instability is keeping them from settling down anytime soon. There’s no sugar coating that. But the full picture of affordability is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.

Want to run the real numbers for your situation? Let's talk. Reach out and let's set up a quick, no-pressure conversation.

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Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.

05/29/2026

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Doug Rains-Keller Williams Realty
619-252-8392
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www.dougrains.com

Helping people with their real estate needs since 2002. I want to be known for the service and success I provide. I do not want to say I am #1 like most other agents. I believe, YOU are #1 and that is how you can expect me to treat you. I ask questions and listen! I want to know what your goals are.....

05/28/2026

Searching for your next Cabin retreat? Find it here with my IDX Home Search! Just click the link below to get access to MLS Listings, New Homes, and MORE!

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Doug Rains-Keller Williams Realty
619-252-8392
[email protected]
www.dougrains.com

05/27/2026

Price Cuts Get Bigger the Longer a House Sits Without Offers

Pricing your house high just to “see what happens” can cost you. Buyers today are quick to ignore overpriced homes. And the longer a house sits without any offers, the less it usually sells for. Want to know the right list price for your house to avoid this headache? Let’s chat.

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05/25/2026

What Most Veterans Don't Know About Their VA Home Loan Benefit

VA home loans can put homeownership within reach, and a trusted lender can help make sure you understand the details before you move forward. If you’re active duty, you’ve served, or know someone who has, connect with a trusted lender who can walk you through whether you’d qualify and what the VA benefit offers. You may be able to buy a home sooner than you thought.

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Nearly half of Veterans (49%) feel homeownership is currently out of reach, according to a recent survey from NewDay USA.

05/22/2026

Are Home Prices Going To Fall?

Home prices have a long track record of going up over time. And that’s why buying a home is generally considered a safe long-term investment.

That certainly doesn’t mean you have to buy now. You should only move when it makes sense, and you plan to live there for a while.

But if you’re interested, let this reassure you. If you want to talk through what home prices are doing in our market, your goals, or your timelines, let’s have a quick conversation.

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It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now: “What if I buy, and home prices go down?”

05/21/2026

In this crazy market it's important to have the right representation! Let me help you find your dream home and get your offer accepted!

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Doug Rains-Keller Williams Realty
619-252-8392
[email protected]
www.dougrains.com