Faye Bashar & Associates - North County Real Estate

05/29/2026

✨ PENDING ✨

So thankful and excited to share that this listing is now officially pending! 🏡❤️

A big thank you to everyone who showed interest and trusted the process. Congratulations to the future homeowners on this exciting new chapter! Wishing you lots of happiness and beautiful memories ahead. ✨

More listings coming soon! Feel free to message me if you’re looking to buy, sell, or invest. 🤍

05/26/2026

Most people think real estate investing starts with owning apartment buildings.

In California, many investors start with one primary home. Then they build from there.

Here’s the strategy 👇

Buy a home and live in it as your primary residence for at least 2 years. This gives you access to lower down payment options, better interest rates, and potential tax advantages reserved for owner-occupied properties.

Then:
• move into your next primary home
• keep the first property as a rental
• let a tenant help pay down the mortgage 💰
• repeat the process over time

Example:
House 1 → becomes rental income
House 2 → new primary home
House 3 → another rental
Repeat over 10 years

This is how many long-term owners quietly build wealth without starting rich.

The key is buying smart:
• properties in strong rental areas
• monthly payments that make sense long term
• homes with appreciation potential
• financing structured for future flexibility

Real estate wealth usually comes from patience, equity growth, loan paydown, and leverage over time.

One smart purchase today often creates the opportunity for the next one tomorrow. 📈

If you’re buying your first home, stop thinking like “just a buyer.”

Start thinking like an owner with a 10-year plan.

Want to know if your current budget could work for this strategy? Message me “PLAN” and I’ll break down what your first move could look like.

05/23/2026

My client almost paid $28,000 for someone else’s problems. Here’s what stopped it ⬇️

They found the house they wanted. Right neighborhood, right price, right feeling. And because the market is what it is in California, they were ready to waive the inspection just to make their offer look cleaner.

I’ve seen that move go very wrong. So I pushed back.

The inspection came back with a faulty electrical panel, a foundation crack, and an HVAC system that was basically already dead. None of it was visible at the showing. All of it was going to become my client’s problem the moment they signed.

We didn’t walk away from the deal. We used the report to go back to the seller and negotiate a price reduction. They agreed. My clients got the home they loved without inheriting $28,000 worth of damage they didn’t cause.

This is what contingencies are for. Not to scare sellers. Not to blow up deals. To protect you from buying someone else’s hidden nightmare.

If you’re getting ready to buy in California and someone is pressuring you to waive your inspection contingency, please talk to someone first. It might be the most important conversation you have before closing.

DM me anytime. I’m always happy to walk through what’s worth protecting in your specific situation.

 

05/20/2026

Just listed in San Diego ✨

3945 Biddle St is the kind of home that simply feels easy to live in. Fully renovated with a clean, modern style, it offers bright open spaces, an updated kitchen made for everyday living, and beautiful indoor-outdoor flow that makes the home feel even more spacious.

The private backyard has been newly landscaped, and major upgrades like the roof, plumbing, electrical, Tesla solar, and EV charger mean the work has already been done for you.

A comfortable, move-in ready home in a great San Diego neighborhood.

📍3945 Biddle St, San Diego, CA
4 BED | 2 BATH | 1,526 SQ FT
Offered at $1,299,000

For more information or a private showing, call Faye at (858) 280-1998.

05/16/2026

A fresh start never looked this good. ✨

Coming soon to San Diego! A fully renovated retreat designed for easy indoor-outdoor living, unforgettable gatherings, and everyday comfort. Featuring a stunning open-concept kitchen, expansive California doors, a newly landscaped private yard, Tesla solar, EV charging, and upgrades throughout that truly matter.

Modern finishes. Thoughtful design. Peace of mind included.

📍3945 Biddle St, San Diego, CA
4 BED | 2 BATH | 1,526 SQ FT

This home won’t stay quiet for long! Call me at today at (858) 280-1998 for more information.

05/13/2026

Same house. Same contract price. Different outcome.

Buyer A paid full closing costs.
Buyer B negotiated them away.

Buyer A locked late at a higher rate.
Buyer B locked early and used a 2-1 buydown.

Buyer A waived nothing and paid for repairs after.
Buyer B asked for credits up front.

Buyer A had weak terms.
Seller chose Buyer B and gave concessions to close fast.

So where the money hides? ⤵️
• closing cost credits
• rate buydown credits
• repair credits vs price cuts
• appraisal gap structure
• lender fees and points
• escrow timelines

📱Example math:
Price: $900,000
Credit negotiated: 3% = $27,000
Rate buydown value: ~$15,000
Total advantage: $42,000

➡️Same price on paper, but not the same deal.

Still losing homes or overpaying and don’t know why? Message me “STRATEGY” and I’ll show you where your last offer leaked money.

05/11/2026

Just sold & officially closed! 🎉 So excited for my clients on this incredible investment property with so much future potential. Grateful to have been part of the journey and looking forward to seeing what comes next for this property! 🤍

05/07/2026

The agent who costs less might be costing you everything. 💸

I’ve seen it happen more times than I’d like to admit. A buyer goes with the agent who charged less, felt less “pushy,” or came recommended by a distant cousin, and they walk away from closing wondering why the deal felt off.

Here’s what nobody tells you upfront ➡️ In California real estate, the gap between a good agent and an average one isn’t measured in commission. It’s measured in how much you walked away with.

A skilled agent negotiates harder on your behalf. They know which contingencies to fight for. They have relationships with lenders and title reps that save you money at closing. They’ve seen enough deals to smell a bad one before you sign anything.

That’s not being expensive. ✨That’s being worth it✨

If you’ve been shopping for an agent the same way you’d shop for a discount flight, I’d love to chat. Your home is probably the biggest purchase of your life. It deserves someone who treats it that way.”

04/18/2026

03/09/2026

2 units on .4 acres. in the west of Chula vista in a strong rental Market. Each unit is consist of 3beds/2bth, 1200SF each, and has a large Patio. Property is a fixer but financeable. Huge development potential. The lot is zoned for 14-16 unit apartment complex. This property has immense potential. for more info call Faye Bashar (858)280-1998

Incredible Investment Opportunity! Two spacious units, each approximately 1,200 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, situated on a generous 17,525 sq. ft. lot. Both units are in need of rehabilitation, offering the perfect chance to remodel, add value, and create strong rental income. Beyond the...