Choosing a Qualified Buyer

If your home is on the market, it may be overwhelming when the first offers start coming in. Working with a great real estate agent ensures that you’ll have another discerning set of eyes to evaluate these offers- here are general guidelines to review before accepting any offers. Good Credit The best candidates actively monitor and work to improve their …

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Real Estate Terms You Need to Know

Appreciation: When the value of a property increases over time. This may be due to the location, market changes, inflation, or a number of other factors. Inversely, depreciation refers to when a property’s value decreases over time. Appraisal: A written estimate of a property’s value given by an individual who is authorized to do so. Appraisals can be conducted to …

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Home Upgrades That Won’t Break the Bank

Paint the Walls This inexpensive fix can help a room appear drastically newer. Painting walls in lighter neutrals will create the illusion of a larger, more open space—plus, it can be done over a single weekend. Change Up the Lighting New light fixtures are a great way to play around with the atmosphere and mood of each room. Your choices …

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HERO or PACE Loans?

If you’re buying or selling a home, it’s important to be aware of any energy efficiency loans that may be attached to the property. There are two main types of loans that are given to homeowners in order to make energy-efficient upgrades affordable: PACE- Property Assessed Clean Energy, and HERO- Home Energy Renovation Program Below is an overview of the …

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Tips for a More Energy-Efficient Home

Upgrade Your Insulation Using blown-in foam insulation in your attic and walls can help seal in the heat when it gets colder without the risk of altering your home’s structural stability. Depending on the age of your home, it may just have the minimum required insulation in place, which won’t be enough to help you save energy. Replace Lighting Instead …

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Making an Offer on a Short Sale

Should You Make an Offer for a Home with a Short Sale? If you’re searching for a home in Encinitas, you might have heard about “short sales” as another way of purchasing a house. In case you’re unfamiliar with the concept, a short sale occurs when a homeowner sells their property for a price less than what they owe on …

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Your Rights as a Tenant in California

As a tenant, it can be tricky to navigate the legal language in your lease, especially if there’s a disagreement between you and your landlord. Here are some of the most common questions renters have, along with answers that are specific to California law. Can my landlord raise the rent? Currently, there are no maximum limits for rent increases in …

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Quick Tips for First-Time Home Sellers

Curb Appeal Those who search for real estate listings online can often be converted to potential buyers by strong visuals. Now is the time to have professional, well-lit, and appealing photos taken of the interior and exterior of your home, and attach them to your listing. Your goal is to portray your home at its very best! The Right Price …

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Navigate Online Listings Like a Pro

The majority of today’s buyers begin their real estate search online. If you’re new to the home-buying process, it’s important to have an understanding that sellers will generally present their homes in the best possible light. They want buyers to feel like they are getting value for their money. In order to make sure you actually are, check out the …

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Seller’s Guide to Kitchen Remodeling on a Budget

Finding the right contractor It’s important to choose a general contractor who comes highly recommended, is professional, and above all is someone you can trust. The best way to handle payment is to pay no more than 30 percent up front, in order to cover startup materials—you and your contractor can work out a schedule of payments based on the …

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