Author: Amara Berg

Amara Berg has been exceeding expectations in real estate since 2010. As a graduate of the University of Nevada Las Vegas with a B.A. Degree in Media Studies and Communications, Mrs. Berg found her passion in real estate through her university internship working under commercial real estate brokers at Colliers International. In 2012 and 2013, Mrs. Berg was among the top sales executives with Prudential Americana Group Realtors (Now Berkshire Hathaway), consistently ranking in the top 10 overall individual sales executives and has been recognized in the pinnacle sales circle as well as numerous other awards. Amara strives for outstanding customer service in every transaction. She holds a fine homes designation representing an advanced understanding of the luxury homes market and also specializes in corporate relocation. Amara works hard for sellers to get them the most money possible for the sale of their homes. Amara is passionate about giving back to the local community and is actively involved in several charities including Project WE which assists foster children who are aging out of the system and DUSK which aids homeless youth in finding food, shelter, and peace of mind. She resides in San Diego with her husband Ron and daughter Sydney. Call Amara today to see what outstanding customer service feels like for yourself!

10 Fung Shei Home Tips

Posted on February 20, 2019February 20, 2019 by Amara Berg

Feng Shui your home using my color tips to increase your abundance in health, wealth, & energy or “Chi”!

If you’re like most of us, perhaps you’ve heard of the term Feng Shui and you remember loving the concept, but you weren’t sure how to incorporate it into your daily life and maybe you’re not aware of the awesome positive ramifications practicing this ancient Chinese science has. Check out my article on what Feng Shui is and how you can begin to practice it with a few easy tips. Read the full blog below!

WHAT IS FENG SHUI?

Feng Shui is a science that originated from China hundreds of years ago, that’s right people a “science” not a belief, that accounts for the energetic forces around us and acknowledges the need to balance those forces in harmony. Ok, so what exactly does that mean? Have you ever heard the term “Yin and Yang” or walked into a room and it didn’t quite feel right? That’s because the energy was off. Think of Feng Shui for energy just as you think of Gas for heat, or wind for weather. Feng Shui accounts for the energy that exists that we can’t necessarily see with our eyes. Like wind or gas, we know it’s there, sometimes we can feel it or smell it, but not necessarily touch it. Have you ever thought, “This doesn’t smell right” when referring to a situation? That’s because you were sensing the need for harmony and well, the bad Feng Shui.

There are a number of different approaches to Feng Shui including Classical and Contemporary. Learn more about the differences in Feng Shui style here: https://www.fengshuisociety.org.uk/types-of-feng-shui/

HOW DOES IT AFFECT US?

Feng Shui affects every aspect of our everyday life and encompasses too much for a short real estate blog, so I’ve captured a few of the most important aspects of how it affects mood, mindset, and opportunities using colors!

In Feng Shui different colors have different meanings. The meanings are tied to the five elements of wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. Here are the colors that reflect each:

Wood: Green, Brown
Fire: Red, Strong Yellow, Orange, Purple, Pink
Earth: Light Yellow, Sandy/Earthy, Light Brown
Metal: White, Gray
Water: Blue, Black

FENG SHUI HOME COLOR TIPS:

Green is excellent for improving health and balancing family life when used in the East feng shui bagua area of your home.
Blue is a very good feng shui choice in the North bagua area to support the energy of your career growth or in the East (health/family) and Southeast (wealth/money) areas to water and nourish the Wood feng shui element.
Strong Yellow is great in the South feng shui bagua area for happy gatherings and good times.
Pure white in the West feng shui bagua area (creativity and children) will bring supportive energy for all your creative endeavors.

GENERAL FENG SHUI TIPS FOR THE HOME

Clear the clutter.
This is probably the single most important aspect of practicing Feng Shui in your home! Consider ways you can better organize, designate certain areas for projects, and don’t be afraid to have a garage sale once a year!
Slow Down Escaping Chi.
Close your toilet lids to prevent the flow of abundance out of the home. Prevent a line of sight that extends from the front door to the back door. Fix any leaking faucets that have dripping water. Stagnant water reflects a stagnant life
Change all your light bulbs BEFORE they go out by rotating them annually.
Lights that don’t work reflect your energy as “burnt out” literally.
Allow Good Energy to Enter.
If you have a fence surrounding your home, consider propping the fence open with a rock to allow the energy and opportunity to flow freely.
Keep the Front Area Clear- Clear any spider webs from the corners above your door and remove any rugs that continually get caught on the door (You know that annoying s$$ rug that gets stuck?). Having stuff blocking your passageways also blocks wealth from reaching you.
Balance the elements of wood, metal, water, fire, and earth.
This is a great blog to show you how: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-18534/5-feng-shui-ways-to-create-more-comfort-in-your-life-through-color.html

11 Reasons to Love Del Cerro

Posted on March 16, 2017March 6, 2019 by Amara Berg

11 REASONS TO LOVE DEL CERRO

So you wanted a beach community but the only thing you can afford there is a cardboard box. You’ll likely be pushed further East, just past the 15 Freeway. Enter Del Cerro.

Del Cerro is a special community for me because I live here and I know after you read 11 reasons to love Del Cerro you’ll want to live here too. Del Cerro is nestled in a hillside, like so many other communities in San Diego, but its central location, amazing views, and beautifully manicured suburban properties make it feel like the best-hidden gem in San Diego.

Home values in Del Cerro, San Diego are typically around 20% higher than the median home price in San Diego. As of January 2019, the median home price in San Diego was $659,000.00.

So, what exactly does that mean? If you want to buy in Del Cerro you’ll pay a bit of a premium, but nothing in comparison to Coastal properties. Keep in mind location is the single most important factor that influences value. Why? Because the location of a property is the only thing you can never change.

MY DEL CERRO TOP 11:

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: Del Cerro consumes the zip code of 92120. It’s close to the 8, 15, and 805 Freeways and only around 15 minutes to Mission Beach and 5 minutes to Lake Murray. It has numerous canyons, walking trails, and parks including my kids favorite, Princess Park which has all of the basic play equipment (including swings moms!), as well as a basketball court, and soccer field.
THE CULTURE: You won’t get bored or have to travel if you call Del Cerro home. With the Fall Festival, First Fridays in the Park, The Artisan Festival, The Del Cerro Pool, and more there is always something to do where you can have fun and meet your neighbors.
SCHOOLS: It’s home to several award-winning schools including Hearst
Elementary. The 10 out of 10 schools are one of the main reasons this neighborhood is so highly sought after. Everyone wants to give their child the best opportunity to succeed and that begins with education.
MORE OWNERS THAN RENTERS: Del Cerro has a low rental population. If you’ve looked to rent a home in Del Cerro than you know this.
PEOPLE DON’T LEAVE: The Majority of homeowners have resided in the community for 15 years or longer. As such, homes are maintained at a higher standard of care and the available inventory of homes stays lower than the county average.
SMART NEIGHBORS: As of 2016, almost half of the homeowners is Del Cerro were college graduates, 95% of the residents in Del Cerro have graduated high school. In addition to its residents being educated, Del Cerro has been noted as having a higher quality of life rating than the national average. According to Real Estate Digital, quality of life measures: the cost of health care, air quality, commute time, walking trails, schools, economy, people, and of course, housing.
FIRE STATION 31: Just in case your home burns down, FireStations 31 is located in Del Cerro off College Blvd and Lance. The centrally located station means it can respond within minutes to any emergency in the neighborhood. Probably not something that’s on the top of your list when buying a home, but I promise you’ll want a home with a quick emergency response time should you ever need them. How long it takes Police and Fire to respond to an emergency in a neighborhood also speaks to the quality of life for its residents.
EASY SHOPPING: OK. So yes, you have to drive to the main Grocery store a full 5 minutes away. However, when you need something in a jiffy or your list is just a few items you can pop into Windmill the neighborhood Grocery store off College and Del Cerro Blvd. It’s an organic grocery store and can be compared to a small Whole Foods.
TEMPLE EMANUAL: Del Cerro has a high Jewish population due to Temple Emanual calling the area home. The temple is located off College and Del Cerro Blvd across from the Chevron Gas Station. While the temple practices Judaism a large number of their Preschool parents are not. They happen to run, in my opinion, one of the best preschools in San DIego County Price Preschool.
PRICE PRESCHOOL: If you have kids under grade school age then you know how hard it is to find good child care for infants and toddlers. Price Preschool which is located at Temple Emanual is a top-notch preschool and child care facilities. With Pizza and Pasta every Tuesday and Friday, Enrichments classes including dance, music, books, soccer, and small class sizes this Preschool provides parents the education, love, and peace of mind we are all looking for. The school is conveniently located right off the 8 Freeway and College West.
HIGHLY DESIRED: It’s popular. Let’s be honest… we want what’s cool. Del Cerro might not be as trendy as North Park, you certainly won’t be foregoing your Uber to walk down the street to the bar, but it’s a community you’ll certainly be proud to tell people about.