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Client Testimonials

“Ben is the definition of someone you can trust. Not only with your business/ real estate needs, but also for any personal matter. Ben has been a strong presence in the community two fold. He has helped so many families through tough financial times in and out of the court room. Secondly, he has provided an incomparable value helping me and others with their real estate investments both on the buy and sale side. His skills negotiating with sellers agents and buyers agents is unparalleled. I highly recommend his services for any real estate, or legal matter. His strongest suit is his undying work ethic, which consequently, always gets the deal done. If there was one person who I could go to, and know hands down that the deal will get done, It is Ben Engelby I know I can trust.” -- C. Price

"Thank you Ben and Rochelle for all of your help - from finding the right house, getting the offer accepted and navigating the wild world of lending - you were there for us from start to finish!" -- The Turner Family

"Rochelle did an excellent job helping me find a place in San Diego. She is warm, professional, and personal at the same time. She knows the market and helps you make the best decision in buying a home." -- K. Helf

“Ben saved me thousands of dollars in finding my dream vacation property only blocks from the beach in San Diego! He scrutinized all the available properties, and when he found the perfect place in foreclosure, he notified me immediately. He managed the details of the transaction, and I trusted his judgment and integrity. Although I was hundreds of miles away in another state, he made finding my 'paradise' smooth and easy. Thank you, Ben! I recommend you to anyone looking for property in the San Diego area.” -- D. Scott

“Rochelle is the broker 'extraordinaire' who went above and beyond to assist with all aspects of my recent real estate closing.” -- L. Feldman

“The team at Engelby Real Estate is the most competent and effective group of real estate professionals that we have ever worked with. Ben and Rochelle are well-informed about the San Diego real estate market and have proven to be an experts in their field. Within only a few days of listing our property, we were presented with two offers that were both above list price. They successfully sold our home for more money than expected, and in record time! We intend to retain Engelby Real Estate for all our California real estate needs, and highly recommend them to others.” -- The Torng Family

"Rochelle was an enormous help in successfully selling our condo San Diego. We worked with her from across the country and were very happy with her fast communication and the ease with which we were able to work from so far away. Our condo sold using the military HAP program and Rochelle assisted us with all of the program details. We would definitely use Rochelle again if we were to buy another house in the area!" -- The Wright Family

Time to be a Down Market Purchaser

5 reasons why it pays to buy a property in a down market:

5) More selection – Even when it’s a “buyer’s market,” that doesn’t stop people from selling houses. Deaths, divorces, job transfers and foreclosures don’t slow down just because it’s a buyer’s market. There will inevitably be a glut of houses on the market, and it only benefits prospective buyers.

4) More room to negotiate – A slower pace to the market means more time to walk away and make them sweat. Buyers have the upper hand, not only because there will be fewer prospective buyers to compete with, but also because there will be high inventory.

3) Greater room for appreciation – Even small home improvement projects can mean big returns during selling season. Profits are maximized when you keep overhead costs low by doing the projects yourself and when you score a great deal on your home in the first place by buying when the market is down.

2) Down payment – The money you saved toward a down payment goes further if costs are reduced due to a down market. Instead of a 20-percent down payment, you may find yourself with a 25- or 30-percent down payment.

1) Taxes – Simply put, there is never a bad time to own a home. The buyer’s market is obviously the best time to buy, but regardless of that, the lure tax benefits and credit record improvement should make you want to own a home yesterday.