In this episode of ACE Relocation Nation, host Dan Lammers welcomes back Lisa Susca, a veteran San Diego realtor with over 17 years of experience, now making waves at Compass.
They dive into the Southern California real estate market, exploring how technology and predictive algorithms are changing the way agents connect with clients, why inbound moves to California are on the rise again, and what’s shaping today’s buyer–seller balance.
But this isn’t just market stats and industry talk — Lisa also shares a wild bear break-in story from Lake Tahoe, debates baseball loyalties, and explains why Mercury in retrograde has cost her a buyer.
Whether you’re in real estate, the moving industry, or just love sharp market insights with a side of fun, this episode has you covered.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- 📊 The market shift bringing more people back to California.
- 🤖 How real estate tech predicts when someone might move.
- 💰 Why California equity is reshaping out-of-state markets.
- 🏡 The difference between representing buyers and sellers right now.
- 🐻 How a bear helped itself to Lisa’s bakery stash in Tahoe.
- 🌌 The truth behind Mercury in retrograde (and how it impacts deals).
00:00 – 🔮 Mercury in Retrograde & Market Teaser
01:13 – 🏢 From Boutique Brokerage to Compass
02:25 – 🤖 Real Estate Tech That Knows You’re Moving
05:28 – ⚡ Instant Gratification & the Amazon Effect
07:27 – 😆 A “Day in the Life” of a Realtor (Dan’s Version)
09:50 – 🔠 Wordle Rivalry & Morning Routines
11:38 – 📋 What Realtors Really Do All Day
14:10 – 🏠 Buyers vs. Sellers: Pros, Cons & Current Trends
15:31 – 📦 Balancing California Inbound & Outbound Moves
16:54 – 📉 Downsizing to Come Back to San Diego
18:23 – 💰 California Equity & Out-of-State Market Impact
19:48 – 💸 Overbidding Stories & Silicon Valley Money
20:48 – 🐕 Bay Area Arrivals, Ugly Dogs & Sports Hats
22:13 – 🏈 Life After the Chargers Left San Diego
24:17 – ⚾ Baseball Loyalties & Dan’s Son’s Dodgers Dilemma
26:23 – 🐻 Susqueville & the Lake Tahoe Bear Break-In
31:05 – 🔮 Crystal Ball: The Next 12 Months in Real Estate
33:12 – 🌎 Relocation Trends Across the U.S.
34:23 – 📊 San Diego Summer Sales Stats & Seasonality Shifts
35:34 – 🌌 Mercury in Retrograde Explained
38:05 – 🚪 The Lionsgate Portal & Final Wrap-Up
California real estate trends, San Diego real estate market, housing market updates, California housing market analysis, real estate podcast content, relocation podcast insights, moving industry news, Compass Real Estate updates, real estate technology tools, home buying tips, home selling strategies, California relocation guide, inbound and outbound moves, buyer vs. seller market trends, real estate agent lifestyle, moving to California tips, San Diego homes and neighborhoods, real estate storytelling, housing market insights, Lisa Susca interview, ACE Relocation Nation, Mercury retrograde humor, funny real estate podcast
ACE Relocation Systems
AtlasNet app on your smartphone
AtlasNet iPhone
AtlasNet Android
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!