Sarah Messali

Sarah is a real estate broker based who enjoys helping both buyers and sellers. She has been recognized with a number of awards, including being named one of the best real estate agent in San Diego as voted by Union Tribune Readers.

Should you buy a “Starter Home” or wait?

Should you get a starter house right now — or should you wait until you can afford your “forever house”? Here are the pros and cons of each choice.

Buying a short sale: Is it worth it? (And does it really take six months?)

A short sale is a real estate transaction where the owner’s lender agrees to accept a purchase offer from a new buyer, short of what is owed by the original owner. This could be great for you, the buyer, but

Can my landlord REALLY do that? A guide to renters’ rights

Wait, can my landlord REALLY do that? Maybe not. All states give renters rights. If you rent an apartment, understand the basics of landlord-tenant law.