San Diego

Absolutely. Older homes can have more character but also more opportunities for water intrusion and hidden issues that have compounded over decades. Newer developments aren't automatically safer either — construction quality varies enormously. I look at the full picture for each area before making a recommendation.

Coastal neighborhoods tend to have better natural ventilation and air quality, but higher humidity which can increase mold risk in certain home types. Inland areas are drier but can have heat and air quality considerations depending on location. Neither is universally better — it depends on your specific health situation and what you're trying to avoid.

There are areas where I'd want to be extra careful and do more diligence, yes. But I wouldn't rule out any neighborhood entirely — every area has tradeoffs, and the right home in a tricky neighborhood is still possible with the right vetting. My job is to make sure you go in with full information.

Absolutely — this is exactly what our first consultation is for. Before we ever look at a single listing, I want to understand your health history, your priorities, and your concerns. From there I can give you a much more honest picture of which areas make sense for your family than any online guide ever could.