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Thomas J. Nelson

Welcome, my friends, to San Diego Neighborhood Experts, your one-stop shop for all things local! Here, we bring you exclusive interviews with our beloved neighborhood businesses, the latest happenings in San Diego, fresh events to look out for, and of course, juicy tidbits about the ever-exciting real estate market. Stay classy, San Diego!

My mission is to inspire growth and cultivate financial freedom by delivering exceptional real estate services. As a perpetual learner and explorer, I serve others with energy and focus, using pragmatic communication and a global perspective to create deep connections and make a meaningful impact. A treasure hunter at heart, I embrace every opportunity to motivate and empower those I serve and achieve success in all our ventures.

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Own vs Rent

Shining A Light on The Misguided Narratives

December 03, 20251 min read

One of the most misguided narratives floating around from today’s “influencers” is this gem: “Don’t buy a home.”

I hear it and can’t help but smile - the same way you smile when someone confidently explains that the earth is flat and gravity is “just a suggestion.”
Every truly wealthy person I’ve ever known, studied or shared a dinner table with built their fortune on real estate. Not crypto fads. Not magic beans. Real Estate.

And here’s the kicker the influencers forget to mention: Homeowners are, on average, 46 times wealthier than renters. Forty-six. That’s not a rounding error - that’s a canyon.

And yes, renters are paying a mortgage… just not their own. They’re faithfully contributing to their landlord’s retirement plan while being told “ownership is overrated.” You can’t make this stuff up.

Buy smart, buy prepared, buy with a trusted REALTOR® - but for goodness’ sake, don’t let TikTok talk you out of generational wealth.

Brian Buffini of Buffini & Company & Dr. Lawrence Yun of NAR source.

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Thomas J. Nelson is a published author, professional keynote speaker and residential REALTOR® in San Diego, CA.

Thomas J. Nelson

Thomas J. Nelson is a published author, professional keynote speaker and residential REALTOR® in San Diego, CA.

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Own vs Rent

Shining A Light on The Misguided Narratives

December 03, 20251 min read

One of the most misguided narratives floating around from today’s “influencers” is this gem: “Don’t buy a home.”

I hear it and can’t help but smile - the same way you smile when someone confidently explains that the earth is flat and gravity is “just a suggestion.”
Every truly wealthy person I’ve ever known, studied or shared a dinner table with built their fortune on real estate. Not crypto fads. Not magic beans. Real Estate.

And here’s the kicker the influencers forget to mention: Homeowners are, on average, 46 times wealthier than renters. Forty-six. That’s not a rounding error - that’s a canyon.

And yes, renters are paying a mortgage… just not their own. They’re faithfully contributing to their landlord’s retirement plan while being told “ownership is overrated.” You can’t make this stuff up.

Buy smart, buy prepared, buy with a trusted REALTOR® - but for goodness’ sake, don’t let TikTok talk you out of generational wealth.

Brian Buffini of Buffini & Company & Dr. Lawrence Yun of NAR source.

rent vs ownrentershomeownerswealthreal estate
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Thomas J. Nelson

Thomas J. Nelson is a published author, professional keynote speaker and residential REALTOR® in San Diego, CA.

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Own vs Rent

Shining A Light on The Misguided Narratives

December 03, 20251 min read

One of the most misguided narratives floating around from today’s “influencers” is this gem: “Don’t buy a home.”

I hear it and can’t help but smile - the same way you smile when someone confidently explains that the earth is flat and gravity is “just a suggestion.”
Every truly wealthy person I’ve ever known, studied or shared a dinner table with built their fortune on real estate. Not crypto fads. Not magic beans. Real Estate.

And here’s the kicker the influencers forget to mention: Homeowners are, on average, 46 times wealthier than renters. Forty-six. That’s not a rounding error - that’s a canyon.

And yes, renters are paying a mortgage… just not their own. They’re faithfully contributing to their landlord’s retirement plan while being told “ownership is overrated.” You can’t make this stuff up.

Buy smart, buy prepared, buy with a trusted REALTOR® - but for goodness’ sake, don’t let TikTok talk you out of generational wealth.

Brian Buffini of Buffini & Company & Dr. Lawrence Yun of NAR source.

rent vs ownrentershomeownerswealthreal estate
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Thomas J. Nelson

Thomas J. Nelson is a published author, professional keynote speaker and residential REALTOR® in San Diego, CA.

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