First-time Buyers: The 10 Things You Must Do

Are you searching for your first home? If so, there are a few pointers in a recent US News article that you should note, especially if you are young and just out of school. Lenders look at the whole picture of your life when deciding on creditworthiness. It pays huge dividends to know about potential roadblocks in the process of …

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Buyers: Don’t Make These Common Mistakes

Here is a very helpful list of common mistakes that homebuyers make, especially if it’s their first time purchasing property. Thanks to Bankrate for these wonderful suggestions! If you have bought a home in the past, are you guilty of any of the pitfalls? Do a little bit of introspection and see if you can improve your “technique” the next …

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How Should You React to This Sign? (Hint: Run)

Practically every neighborhood in the U.S. features at least a few “Cash for Houses” signs, or similarly worded posters on telephone poles and elsewhere. (See photo above). The target market for such advertising consists of homeowners who want out of a mortgage that they still owe money on. For whatever reason, usually a poorly thought out one, sellers call the …

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Know Your Basic Mortgage Math

You don’t need to be a mathematician to learn the ins and outs of simple mortgage calculations. Do you know how to figure a mortgage amount, adjusted for any down payment you make? Can you then determine exactly how much interest you will pay over the life of the loan? These are key pieces of information that every home shopper …

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Linda Moore Receives President’s Premier award from Coldwell Banker

2014 was an incredible year, and I wanted to share this news with my readers. Recently, I received notification that I was a recipient of the President’s Premier award from Coldwell Banker. This award is given out to top sales associates, which places me in the top 1% out of all associates nationwide. I am truly honored and grateful to …

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Preparing Your Home for a Spring Sale

Spring is easily the busiest season in real estate. It’s the time when most sellers are looking to put their home up for sale, and also when buyers emerge from hibernation looking for a new home. It may seem a bit premature to start getting things in order, but to get a leg up on the competition, now is the …

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How to Tell that You’re Ready to Sell

In the past, I’ve talked about how selling a home is an emotional event, and should not be rushed into until you are ready. But how do you know when you are ready? While everyone processes things differently, there are a few telltale signs that you are ready to move on from your current home. If you find yourself playing …

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Gorgeous 4 Bed 3 Bath Home on Pacifica Way Available, Open House Sunday Feb. 8 1-4 p.m.

If you are in the market for a gorgeous and spacious home in Encinitas, you will not want to miss this open house on Sunday, February 8 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Located on beautiful 729 Pacifica Way in Encinitas, this 4 bedroom 3 full bath home is easily the best location in the neighborhood. Tucked away in a …

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The Bees are Buzzing: Linda Moore Returns to The American Dream

In what is quickly becoming a recurring role, I have once again had the honor of appearing on Craig Sewing’s The American Dream. I had a wonderful time discussing how the real estate market is heating up in the North County, and even featured my latest video testimonial showcasing satisfied customers who I have helped. The American Dream is a …

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Effective Ways to Save for a Down Payment on Your First Home

We have started to see more and more millennials make the transition from renting to buying. And while this trend is expected to continue, it can often be a difficult move to make. Putting together money for a down payment on a home can seem like an insurmountable challenge, but with a few smart changes to the way you save …

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