What’s REALLY happening in the San Diego housing market right now?

In this episode of Friends of Mortgage Heroes, Andy sits down with experienced real estate professionals Billy & Yesenia to break down the surprising trends shaping the 2026 market—from flat rental prices to the rise of ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) and why so many people are choosing to stay put instead of making a move.

If you’re a homebuyer, investor, landlord, or renter, this conversation will give you real, on-the-ground insight into what’s happening—and what could happen next.

👉 Key topics we cover:
- Why the typical “spring market boost” didn’t happen in 2026
- The real reason people are NOT moving right now
- How ADUs are changing affordability and investment strategies
- Why condos are taking longer to rent (and what that means)
- The truth about short-term rentals vs long-term investing
- Hidden challenges landlords are facing in California
- Where smart investors are looking right now in San Diego
- Why property management is becoming more essential than ever

One of the biggest takeaways: People aren’t necessarily priced out—they’re waiting. Waiting on life events, interest rates, or the “next move”… and that’s quietly reshaping the entire market.

📍 Connect with Billy & Yesenia (WeLease USA): https://weleaseusa.com/

If you’re tired of the DIY landlord grind and want professionals on your side, reach out to their team for expert property management support.

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What does it look like to start a business at 17… and actually make it work?

In this episode of Friends of Mortgage Heroes, we sit down with Noah Burroughs — a 20-year-old entrepreneur who built a pressure washing business from the ground up and is already thinking bigger than most seasoned business owners.

From launching his company with his father to taking full ownership and scaling forward, Noah shares real lessons about business, mindset, and what it actually takes to stand out in today’s world.

We dive into:
- Why networking in person still beats everything in a digital world
- How social media should support — not replace — real relationships
- The truth about starting young (and why most people don’t)
- How overcoming adversity shaped his confidence and identity
- Why blue-collar businesses are making a massive comeback
- The mindset shift from “fitting in” to standing out and owning it

Noah’s story is proof that you don’t need to wait until you’re “ready” — you just need to start.

If you’re an entrepreneur, aspiring business owner, or someone trying to figure out your next move… this conversation will challenge the way you think about opportunity.

👇 Connect with Noah & learn more about his business:
https://sandogscrubs.com/home
https://www.instagram.com/noahburroughsss/

What happens when your first business fails?

For Dave Fraser, it became the foundation for building one of the top deck and outdoor living companies in the country.

In this episode of Friends of Mortgage Heroes, we sit down with Dave to break down his journey from a tech startup in Malibu to becoming a nationally recognized leader in construction — with 18+ Deck of the Year awards and a reputation that speaks for itself.

But this conversation goes way beyond decks…

This is about business pivots, leadership, relationships, and why collaboration might be the ultimate competitive advantage.

💥 What You’ll Learn:

• How Dave went from startup failure → thriving construction business
• Why sometimes the best opportunities are the ones you never planned
• The moment his team made a bold decision that changed everything
• What it takes to become #1 in a competitive national industry
• Why San Diego’s business culture is different (and powerful)
• The truth about competition vs collaboration in business
• How relationships can literally keep your business alive

In most industries, competitors try to beat each other…In this one? They offered to run his projects for free while he was recovering from surgery.

That tells you everything you need to know about:
👉 Reputation
👉 Relationships
👉 And how real business is actually built

If you're a homeowner, agent, or investor:

Outdoor living spaces, decks, and patio covers are becoming a major value driver — especially as lot sizes shrink and people look to maximize usable space.

This episode gives you insight into:
✔ What to look for
✔ What to expect with permits
✔ How to think about upgrades that actually add value

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