This special report provides updates on some of the major developments around the county and offers insight into some of the key issues facing the building industry.

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Report: Weakness in San Diego housing market to continue through 2008

San Diego County's cooling housing market, which has been a drag on the local economy for much of the past two years, should continue to deteriorate slightly through 2008, according to a report to be issued today by UCLA's Anderson Forecast. 

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Profiles

Local homebuilder's strategy: Be flexible, expect market shifts

As the housing market continues its somersault routine, local homebuilder Ure Kretowicz shares how his company weathers the storms, and how helping build the American Dream is worth all the ups and downs. 

Local developer blames housing shortage on politicians

Real estate agents often point to low supplies, high demand and inflation when explaining huge price gains in San Diego's residential real estate market. 

Construction Videos

Southwest Fisheries Science Center gets new facility

May 22, 2013 -- Reporter Carlos Rico gets a behind-the-scenes look at the new $74 million NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center.

Solar installation in La Mesa with Sullivan Solar

March 20, 2013 -- Reporter James Palen goes onsite for a look at a solar installation at a La Mesa home, and takes a look at the various and expanding options for potential residential solar customers. Sullivan Solar explains what people thinking of going solar can expect and how they can make the change to an affordable one.

USS Ronald Reagan returns home

March 21, 2013 -- The USS Ronald Reagan arrived at Naval Air Station North Island on Thursday, after a 14-month stay in the Pacific Northwest for $218 million in repairs and upgrades. Reporter Carlos Rico was at Naval Base Coronado to get the details.

 

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National News

Where home prices are hot now

The housing news isn't all grim. Even as prices sag nationwide, there are several cities in the country where home values are climbing smartly. 

Appetite for big houses keeps growing -- though family size shrinks, cost rise

WASHINGTON -- McMansions are sprouting in the suburbs of Washington and Atlanta, in southern Connecticut and out West in Utah as an appetite for bigger homes just keeps on growing. 

Percentage of Californians who can afford first home falls

LOS ANGELES -- Despite falling prices in many areas, the percentage of Californians who could afford to buy their first home declined in the first quarter, a trade group said Thursday. 

Home equity stalls as housing market cools

After years of piling debt on their homes, Americans are becoming more cautious about using them as a piggy bank. 

Shared office space, virtual offices allow small businesses a larger presence

Log on to the Web site for Exemplar Law Partners LLC, and up pops an impressive list of company locations, including New York, Beverly Hills, Atlanta and Washington. 

Archived Reports

Real Estate Regional Report - 2012

Gain insight into some of the key issues facing the real estate industry in this Real Estate Regional Report.

Real Estate Regional Report - 2011

This special report provides updates on some of the major developments around the county and offers insight into some of the key issues facing the industry.

Real Estate Regional Report - 2010

Gain new insight into some of the key issues facing the real estate and building industry in this Real Estate Regional Report.

Real Estate Regional Report - 2009

Get updates on local markets and current developments, and take a closer look at the nominees of this year's Smart Growth Awards.

Real Estate Regional Report - 2008

Get updated on some of the latest developments around San Diego County, and gain new insight into some of the key issues facing the building industry.

Real Estate Regional Report - 2006

Read up on the latest real estate developments in demand in San Diego County and gain insight into some of the key issues facing the building industry.

Real Estate Regional Report - 2005

In this special report, we explore new developments around the county and discuss some of the issues facing the industry -- such as affordable housing, land use and commercial real estate demands. The Daily Transcript is also the media sponsor of the Workforce Housing Conference presented by USD's Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate, an event that focuses on solutions to the workforce housing crisis and features individuals from the public sector, labor, employers, environmental coalitions, military and the real estate industry.

Construction Videos

Ted Bumgardner, Xpera Group

July 16, 2012 -- Ted Bumgardner, President of construction expert witness consulting company, Xpera Group, chats about what sets his company apart from the competition and his love of the business.

Jody James Watkins, Watkins Landmark Construction

May 21, 2012 -- Jody James Watkins explains how he got started in California and what he wants his company, Watkins Landmark Construction, to mean to the community.

Armando Flores of Charco Design & Build

May 11, 2012 -- Armando Flores, president and CEO of Charco Design & Build, describes his passion for homes in the residential remodelling industry.

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